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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Christopher Lloyd walks on stage at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Christopher Lloyd speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Michael J. Fox speaks at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 40th Anniversary Celebration of Back To The Future - Toronto

Christopher Lloyd walks on stage at an event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the sci-fi adventure film "Back to the Future," in Toronto, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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THE PHILIPPINES-PASAY CITY-TOY CONVENTION

(240615) -- PASAY CITY, June 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Art toys are seen at the 21st ToyCon PH 2024 in Pasay City, the Philippines, on June 14, 2024. The annual ToyCon PH (Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention) is a three-day event showcasing various action figures, art toys, trading cards, cosplay, comic books, sci-fi movies, and other collectibles for fans of all ages. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Rouelle Umali)

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THE PHILIPPINES-PASAY CITY-TOY CONVENTION

(240615) -- PASAY CITY, June 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- People visit the 21st ToyCon PH 2024 in Pasay City, the Philippines, on June 14, 2024. The annual ToyCon PH (Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention) is a three-day event showcasing various action figures, art toys, trading cards, cosplay, comic books, sci-fi movies, and other collectibles for fans of all ages. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Rouelle Umali)

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THE PHILIPPINES-PASAY CITY-TOY CONVENTION

(240615) -- PASAY CITY, June 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Art toys are seen at the 21st ToyCon PH 2024 in Pasay City, the Philippines, on June 14, 2024. The annual ToyCon PH (Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention) is a three-day event showcasing various action figures, art toys, trading cards, cosplay, comic books, sci-fi movies, and other collectibles for fans of all ages. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

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THE PHILIPPINES-PASAY CITY-TOY CONVENTION

(240615) -- PASAY CITY, June 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- People pose for a photo at the 21st ToyCon PH 2024 in Pasay City, the Philippines, on June 14, 2024. The annual ToyCon PH (Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention) is a three-day event showcasing various action figures, art toys, trading cards, cosplay, comic books, sci-fi movies, and other collectibles for fans of all ages. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Rouelle Umali)

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THE PHILIPPINES-PASAY CITY-TOY CONVENTION

(240615) -- PASAY CITY, June 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 21st ToyCon PH 2024 in Pasay City, the Philippines, on June 14, 2024. The annual ToyCon PH (Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention) is a three-day event showcasing various action figures, art toys, trading cards, cosplay, comic books, sci-fi movies, and other collectibles for fans of all ages. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

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THE PHILIPPINES-PASAY CITY-TOY CONVENTION

(240615) -- PASAY CITY, June 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People pose for a photo at the 21st ToyCon PH 2024 in Pasay City, the Philippines, on June 14, 2024. The annual ToyCon PH (Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention) is a three-day event showcasing various action figures, art toys, trading cards, cosplay, comic books, sci-fi movies, and other collectibles for fans of all ages. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

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81st World Science Fiction Convention concludes in Chengdu

STORY: 81st World Science Fiction Convention concludes in Chengdu DATELINE: Oct. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:45 LOCATION: CHENGDU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the closing ceremony STORYLINE: The 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) concluded Sunday in Chengdu, the capital city of southwest China's Sichuan Province. Themed "Meet the Future," the five-day event highlighted the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, the world's top prizes for science fiction literature. The convention has taken place annually since 1939 (except during WWII from 1942 to 1945). It is the first time for the world's largest and longest-running sci-fi gathering to come to China. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Chengdu, China. (XHTV)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin (front R) autographs for sci-fi lovers during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A sci-fi lover from Xi'an displays an edition of Chinese science fiction "The Three-Body Trilogy" autographed by Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin (1st R, front) autographs for sci-fi lovers during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Sci-fi lovers wait for the autographing session of Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin (6th R) autographs for sci-fi lovers during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a 1952 Oldsmobile "Rocket 88" ornament on display at the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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Sci-fi fans from around the world gather at Chengdu WorldCon

STORY: Sci-fi fans from around the world gather at Chengdu WorldCon DATELINE: Oct. 19, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:56 LOCATION: CHENGDU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Chengdu WorldCon 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIU CIXIN, Sci-fi writer 3. various of the Chengdu WorldCon STORYLINE: The 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) opened on Wednesday in Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention, which is one of the most anticipated, longest-running and largest sci-fi events in the world. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their know

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors browse science fiction books during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People buy sci-fi themed merchandise during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors watch a multimedia artwork during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a giant statue at the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors play VR games during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A visitor tries a space helmet originating from "The Wandering Earth", a Chinese sci-fi blockbuster, during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A young visitor enjoys views of space via a VR equipment during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People view a multimedia artwork during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors watch a robot play drum set during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A performer interacts with a robot dog at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows an art installation at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows an interior view of Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Actors perform a sci-fi show during the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Sci-fi fans pose for photos at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a drone show during the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Performers dance during the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A model presents an artwork at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)