Chinese cartoon, animation works displayed in Jordan

STORY: Chinese cartoon, animation works displayed in Jordan DATELINE: Aug. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:31 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CHEN CHUANDONG, Chinese Ambassador to Jordan 3. various of the exhibition 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): NOURELDIN JUDEH, Student participating in cosplay show 5. various of the exhibition 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): SU SU, Chinese cosplayer STORYLINE: A Chinese animation and comics exhibition is being held in the Jordanian capital Amman, showcasing some 80 original artworks from Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province. The four-day event, named Irresistible Comics 2023-Chengdu Excellent Cartoon and Animation Works Exhibition, offers glimpses of Chengdu's culture and the Chinese animation industry. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CHEN CHUANDONG, Chinese Ambassador to Jordan "Animation and comics, I believe, can serve as a bridge of culture, a bridge of hearts and minds, and a bridge of friendship. I hope the

Picturesque water lilies boost boat tour in Türkiye's Konya

STORY: Picturesque water lilies boost boat tour in Türkiye's Konya DATELINE: July 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:24 LOCATION: KONYA, Türkiye CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of boat tours in Lake Beysehir STORYLINE: Lake Beysehir, located in the central province of Konya in Türkiye, has become a magnet for nature and photography enthusiasts as boat tours offering glimpses into stunning water lilies blanketing its surface continue to gain popularity. The magnificent flowers that open with the sun and close during the hottest part of the day have entered their prime blooming season. The interest shown in an area among the reeds on the coast of the Ciftlik neighborhood, which the locals call the "lily garden," continues to increase yearly. Responding to the increasing demand, fishing and sightseeing boats have begun organizing trips to the region, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the water lilies. The water lilies grace the lake from May to September, reaching their peak beauty durin

Slutskaya top qualifying group at worlds

Slutskaya top qualifying group at worlds

NAGANO, Japan - Russian Irina Slutskaya shows glimpses of Olympic medal-winning performances to lead her group to cruise past the women's qualification round at the World Figure Skating Championships in Nagano on March 20.

Exhibition of cartoon, animation works from China's Chengdu held in Australia's Sydney

STORY: Exhibition of cartoon, animation works from China's Chengdu held in Australia's Sydney DATELINE: Oct. 13, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:00 LOCATION: SYDNEY, Australia CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition STORYLINE: A comics exhibition was unveiled in Sydney on Wednesday, offering glimpses of the city of Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, and the Chinese animation industry. The Irresistible Comics 2022-Chengdu Excellent Cartoon and Animation Works Exhibition, co-hosted by the China Cultural Center in Sydney and Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Culture, Broadcast-TV and Tourism, presented more than 80 original artworks from Chengdu. Through different types of artistic approaches, the exhibition showcased posters of Chinese animated productions and original selections featuring Chengdu's culture, food and landmarks, such as panda, hotpot and the West Pearl Tower. Many artists also shared their enthusiasm for Chinese mythology, literature and martial arts in their designs. "

Slutskaya top qualifying group at worlds

Slutskaya top qualifying group at worlds

NAGANO, Japan - Russian Irina Slutskaya shows glimpses of Olympic medal-winning performances to lead her group to cruise past the women's qualification round at the World Figure Skating Championships in Nagano on March 20.