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Cavazos Testifies on Increasing the Nation's Literacy Rate

United States Secretary of Education Lauro Cavazos testifies before the US Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources on increasing the nation's literacy rate and reducing the incidence of high school dropouts, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on January 27, 1989. In his remarks, Cavazos said the efforts to raise literacy should be in partnership with parents, communities and private businesses. Cavazos is the first Latino to serve in the US Cabinet. Photo by Ron Sachs / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cavazos Testifies on Increasing the Nation's Literacy Rate

United States Secretary of Education Lauro Cavazos testifies before the US Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources on increasing the nation's literacy rate and reducing the incidence of high school dropouts, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on January 27, 1989. In his remarks, Cavazos said the efforts to raise literacy should be in partnership with parents, communities and private businesses. Cavazos is the first Latino to serve in the US Cabinet. Photo by Ron Sachs / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cavazos Testifies on Increasing the Nation's Literacy Rate

United States Secretary of Education Lauro Cavazos testifies before the US Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources on increasing the nation's literacy rate and reducing the incidence of high school dropouts, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on January 27, 1989. In his remarks, Cavazos said the efforts to raise literacy should be in partnership with parents, communities and private businesses. Cavazos is the first Latino to serve in the US Cabinet. Photo by Ron Sachs / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cavazos Testifies on Increasing the Nation's Literacy Rate

United States Secretary of Education Lauro Cavazos testifies before the US Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources on increasing the nation's literacy rate and reducing the incidence of high school dropouts, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on January 27, 1989. In his remarks, Cavazos said the efforts to raise literacy should be in partnership with parents, communities and private businesses. Cavazos is the first Latino to serve in the US Cabinet. Photo by Ron Sachs / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cavazos Testifies on Increasing the Nation's Literacy Rate

United States Secretary of Education Lauro Cavazos testifies before the US Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources on increasing the nation's literacy rate and reducing the incidence of high school dropouts, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on January 27, 1989. In his remarks, Cavazos said the efforts to raise literacy should be in partnership with parents, communities and private businesses. Cavazos is the first Latino to serve in the US Cabinet. Photo by Ron Sachs / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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UK: Flooding Closes Roads, Disrupts Travel In Wales

Natural Resources Wales issued 17 flood warnings and 30 alerts across the country for Wednesday, October 16. Heavy rain caused travel disruptions, with flash floods closing roads and, according to SWP, a car trapped in floodwaters. Three schools in Powys were closed Wednesday afternoon.

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CHINA-BEIJING-SHIXIA VILLAGE-GREAT WALL-TOURISM (CN)

(240602) -- BEIJING, June 2, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An activity for primary and secondary school students themed on the Great Wall culture is held in Shixia Village in Yanqing District of Beijing, capital of China, May 31, 2024. Shixia Village in Yanqing District of Beijing was first built in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and was once an important pass in the north of Juyongguan section of the Great Wall. The village, which is surrounded by mountains, has developed a tourism industry relying on the resources of the Great Wall in recent years and attracts visitors from all over the world. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhonghao)

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CHINA-BEIJING-SHIXIA VILLAGE-GREAT WALL-TOURISM (CN)

(240602) -- BEIJING, June 2, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An activity for primary and secondary school students themed on the Great Wall culture is held in Shixia Village in Yanqing District of Beijing, capital of China, May 31, 2024. Shixia Village in Yanqing District of Beijing was first built in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and was once an important pass in the north of Juyongguan section of the Great Wall. The village, which is surrounded by mountains, has developed a tourism industry relying on the resources of the Great Wall in recent years and attracts visitors from all over the world. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students make batik works at a school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 23, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students take classes at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students do exercise at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 21, 2024 shows a view of the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School and Beijing No. 4 High School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students harvest wheat at a school farm of a kindergarten in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 23, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A teacher demonstrates as students look on in a handicraft class at a primary school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students assemble robots at an activity room of a school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 24, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students cook during a culinary class at a primary school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 22, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students learn about traditional Chinese medicine knowledge at a primary school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 22, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students read loudly in a classroom at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in outdoor activities at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in a rehearsal at the Xiong'an campus of the Beijing No. 80 Middle School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 24, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students take classes at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students assemble robots at an activity room of a school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 24, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A teacher demonstrates as students look on in a handicraft class at a primary school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 21, 2024 shows a view of the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School and Beijing No. 4 High School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students harvest wheat at a school farm of a kindergarten in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 23, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students do exercise at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students make batik works at a school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 23, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students read loudly in a classroom at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students cook during a culinary class at a primary school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 22, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in outdoor activities at the Xiong'an campus of the Shijiahutong Elementary School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 21, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students learn about traditional Chinese medicine knowledge at a primary school in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 22, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN-EDUCATION (CN)

(240526) -- XIONG'AN, May 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in a rehearsal at the Xiong'an campus of the Beijing No. 80 Middle School in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, May 24, 2024. In recent years, Xiong'an New Area has continuously promoted the high-quality education construction. The area has introduced innovative education development system, constructed high-standard education facilities, and introduced professional education resources. Currently, the area has 717 schools, with 235,000 students and 20,000 teachers. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(231222) -- BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students take a speed skating course at the Shuixigou middle school in Urumqi County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Shuixigou middle school, a nine-year education school in Urumqi County of Xinjiang, has developed its winter sports education for more than 20 years. Students are provided with elementary ice-skating courses at their lower grades, after which they could choose to take part in the speed skating team, ice hockey team or figure skating team based on individual circumstances. Years of education on winter sports has made it a characteristic subject, with a batch of excellent ice-snow student players standing out from the campus. Based on abundant ice-snow resources and gifted climate conditions, local authorities of Urumqi City have ramped up efforts in promoting winter sports among different schools in recent years. (Xinhua/Li He)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A student practices speed skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students run to warm themselves up at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice speed skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice off-road roller skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice football at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A student play a spinning top on ice at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice speed skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice off-road roller skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice speed skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students experience ice-sleigh at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students experience ice-sleigh at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice speed skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Dec. 20, 2023 shows students taking part in outdoor ice and winter sports at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students practice speed skating at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-BEITUN-WINTER ACTIVITIES-SCHOOL (CN)

(231221) -- BEITUN, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A student experiences snow tubing at a middle school in Beitun City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Situated at the southern foot of the Altay Mountains, Beitun City boasts abundant ice and snow resources, fostering rapid growth in ice and snow sports, industries, and tourism. In recent years, local primary and secondary schools have made full use of these resources and geographic advantages by integrating ice and snow sports into their education curriculum. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-URUMQI-SCHOOL-WINTER SPORTS (CN)

(231221) -- URUMQI, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students of speed skating team participate in training at the Shuixigou middle school in Urumqi County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Shuixigou middle school, a nine-year education school in Urumqi County of Xinjiang, has developed its winter sports education for more than 20 years. Students are provided with elementary ice-skating courses at their lower grades, after which they could choose to take part in the speed skating team, ice hockey team or figure skating team based on individual circumstances. Years of education on winter sports has made it a characteristic subject, with a batch of excellent ice-snow student players standing out from the campus. Based on abundant ice-snow resources and gifted climate conditions, local authorities of Urumqi City have ramped up efforts in promoting winter sports among different schools in recent years. (Xinhua/Li He)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-URUMQI-SCHOOL-WINTER SPORTS (CN)

(231221) -- URUMQI, Dec. 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Students experience ice-sleigh under the guidance of teachers at the Shuixigou middle school in Urumqi County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 20, 2023. Shuixigou middle school, a nine-year education school in Urumqi County of Xinjiang, has developed its winter sports education for more than 20 years. Students are provided with elementary ice-skating courses at their lower grades, after which they could choose to take part in the speed skating team, ice hockey team or figure skating team based on individual circumstances. Years of education on winter sports has made it a characteristic subject, with a batch of excellent ice-snow student players standing out from the campus. Based on abundant ice-snow resources and gifted climate conditions, local authorities of Urumqi City have ramped up efforts in promoting winter sports among different schools in recent years. (Xinhua/Li He)