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US: Anti-War Protest Held in New York City After Maduro Capture

A large anti-war protest was held in New York’s Times Square on Saturday afternoon, January 3, after U.S. strikes on Venezuela and the reported capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, with demonstrators condemning U.S. intervention while others gathered nearby to celebrate.

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Travel company outlet in Beijing

Photo taken on Dec. 25, 2025, shows brochures for various travel destinations at a travel agency outlet in Beijing. No brochures on Japan are available at the outlet as the Chinese government has asked people to refrain from traveling to Japan following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.

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Travel company outlet in Beijing

Photo taken on Dec. 25, 2025, shows brochures for various travel destinations at a travel agency outlet in Beijing. No brochures on Japan are available at the outlet as the Chinese government has asked people to refrain from traveling to Japan following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.

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Travel company outlet in Beijing

Photo taken on Dec. 25, 2025, shows posters for various travel destinations at a travel agency outlet in Beijing. No posters introducing Japan are seen at the outlet as the Chinese government has asked people to refrain from traveling to Japan following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.

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Prague Dancing House or Ginger and Fred, by Frank Gehry and Vlado Milunic , Prague,Czech Republic, EU, Europe

La maison qui danse, ou maison dansante (Tancici dum), concue par Frank Gehry et Vlado Milunic, Prague, Republique tcheque, Europe. - Photo by Clark/robertharding/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM - Vertical; Color Image; Travel Destinations; Travel; Outdoors; Day; Prague; Czech Republic; Europe; Capital Cities; Dancing House; Fred and Ginger; Modern; Deconstructivist; Incidental People; Building Exterior; Building; Architecture; City; Urban Scene; Street; Road; Cities; Urban; Colour Image; Color; Colour; Daytime; Outdoor; Outside; Streets; Roads; Travel Destination; Tourist Destination; Tourist Destinations

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Dancing House or Ginger and Fred at night by Frank Gehry, busy traffic light trails, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic, EU, Europe

Trainees de lumiere laissees de nuit par des voitures devant la maison qui danse, ou maison dansante (Tancici dum), concue par Frank Gehry et Vlado Milunic, Prague, Boheme, Republique tcheque, Europe. - Photo by Clark/robertharding/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM - Horizontal; Color Image; Travel Destinations; Travel; Outdoors; Night; Prague; Czech Republic; Europe; Capital Cities; Dancing House; Fred and Ginger; Modern; Deconstructivist; Incidental People; Building Exterior; Building; Architecture; City; Urban Scene; Street; Road; Light Trail; Long Exposure; Street Light; Light Beam; Illuminated; Cities; Urban; Colour Image; Color; Colour; Nighttime; Outdoor; Outside; Streets; Roads; Travel Destination; Tourist Destination; Tourist Destinations

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eid al-Adha Holiday - Dhaka

June 5, 2025, Dhaka, Bangladesh: On the first day of the government holiday for Eid al-Adha today, Thursday, large crowds gathered at the Gabtoli bus terminal in the capital, reflecting the excitement and anticipation of the Eid travel. Many people are leaving Dhaka to celebrate the festival with their families in rural areas and hometowns. However, the ongoing traffic congestion has caused significant delays; buses on various routes are arriving and departing late, disrupting travel plans. Complaints about excessive fare hikes have also surfaced, adding to travelers' frustrations. As a result, many desperate passengers are resorting to risky transportation options, such as traveling in trucks, to ensure they reach their destinations in time for the festivities. Photo by Suvra Kanti Das/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on January 6, 2025 shows a tourist having fun at the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on January 5, 2025 shows visitors having fun at the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on January 3, 2025 shows people having fun around a giant snowman near the Qunli music park in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on January 5, 2025 shows a view of the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Wang Song/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on January 4, 2025 shows tourists having fun at a public skating rink in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 21, 2024 shows visitors having fun at the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Wang Song/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

An aerial drone photo taken on January 5, 2025 shows visitors having fun at the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with its rich ice and snow resources and a diverse array of winter activities, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations. Photo by Xinhua/Wang Jianwei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People pose for photos with snowmen at a farm of Beidahuang Group in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 4, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

An aerial drone photo taken on January 3, 2025 shows people visiting a giant snowman at a dock in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

An aerial drone photo taken on January 3, 2025 shows people visiting a giant snowman near the Qunli music park in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People pose for photos with a snowman at a farm of Beidahuang Group in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 4, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People have fun among snowmen in front of a shopping mall in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 3, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People pose for photos with a snowman at a farm of Beidahuang Group in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 4, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

An aerial drone photo taken on January 3, 2025 shows a giant snowman at a dock in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People pose for photos with a snowman at a farm of Beidahuang Group in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 4, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

Visitors pose for photos with snowmen at the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 3, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

A visitor has fun among snowmen at a farm of Beidahuang Group in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 4, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People pose for photos with snowmen "Dongdong" and "Beibei" in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 3, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Xie Jianfei/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Snow Sculptures - Harbin

People pose for photos with snowmen at a farm of Beidahuang Group in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 4, 2025. Harbin, with many snow sculptures across the city, has emerged as one of China's top winter travel destinations, attracting tourists from around the globe. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Türkiye aims for top 3 global travel destination status by 2028

STORY: Türkiye aims for top 3 global travel destination status by 2028 SHOOTING TIME: June 7, 2024 DATELINE: June 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:38 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourists in Türkiye 2. SOUNDBITE (Turkish): KAAN SAHINALP, Türkiye representative of German travel company TUI STORYLINE: Following a successful year in 2023, Türkiye is targeting a position among the world's top three travel destinations by 2028, industry officials said. Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced in May that Türkiye aims to attract 80 million foreign tourists annually within the next four years, aspiring to become one of the top three foreign tourist destinations globally. Currently, Türkiye ranks fourth. Türkiye's ambitious tourism plans are crucial for its economy, which relies heavily on tourism revenue. The nation welcomes millions of foreign visitors each year, providing vital income amid significant economic challenges. "This goal is attainable, but Türkiye has work to

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EgyptAir to increase destinations, flights in Chinese market: CEO

STORY: EgyptAir to increase destinations, flights in Chinese market: CEO SHOOTING TIME: May 27, 2024 DATELINE: May 31, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:31 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of ITB China 2024 2. various of EgyptAir 3. various of Egypt 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ELNAKADY YEHIA, EgyptAir Holding Company Chairman & CEO 5. various of ITB China 2024 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ELNAKADY YEHIA, EgyptAir Holding Company Chairman & CEO STORYLINE: EgyptAir CEO Elnakady Yehia said his company will continue to expand its presence in the Chinese market by adding more destinations and flights. He shared these plans for EgyptAir's growth within China during ITB China 2024, a business-to-business travel trade show held in Shanghai. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ELNAKADY YEHIA, EgyptAir Holding Company Chairman & CEO "We are flying like 16 flights per week, and we are expecting to increase flights to 18 flights per week by July. In the future, we're gonna reach 21 flights. We are flying to Beijing,

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Visa-friendly countries witness surge of holidaymakers from China

STORY: Visa-friendly countries witness surge of holidaymakers from China SHOOTING TIME: earlier footage DATELINE: April 7, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:55 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the views in Thailand 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG XIAOMEI, Tour guide 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZHANG GUOZHONG, Tourist 4. various of the port in Horgos 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): RAQING HASMUKHAN, Chinese tourist 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): MERWAN MAISILI, Chinese tourist 7. various of the views in Thailand 8. SOUNDBITE 5 (Thai): JIB, Yachtie in Thailand 9. SOUNDBITE 6 (Thai): META KAEWONG, Photographer in Thailand STORYLINE: In recent months, there has been a notable surge of Chinese travelers heading to visa-friendly destinations, embracing the ease of international travel. Pattaya, one of Thailand's most visited seaside resorts, has witnessed a significant influx of Chinese tourists. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG XIAOMEI, Tour guide "The tourist numbers have been booming since March. I'm a full-time

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Demand for overseas trips increases in Myanmar during upcoming Thingyan festival holidays

STORY: Demand for overseas trips increases in Myanmar during upcoming Thingyan festival holidays SHOOTING TIME: April 6, 2024 DATELINE: April 6, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:57 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of traveling agencies in Yangon STORYLINE: As the upcoming Thingyan festival holidays in Myanmar approach, there is a surge in demand for overseas trips, U Naung Naung Han, president of the Union of Myanmar Travel Association told Xinhua on Thursday. This year's overseas trips during the Thingyan festival holidays have witnessed a significant increase of approximately 50 percent compared to the previous year, he said. Many people are opting for relaxation trips to destinations such as Thailand, India, and Vietnam, he added. Domestic and international trips have gained popularity during the Thingyan period, surpassing the numbers observed in previous months. However, local travel within Myanmar has experienced a decline during this year's Thingyan holidays compare

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Why Middle East becomes popular holiday choices for Chinese tourists?

STORY: Why Middle East becomes popular holiday choices for Chinese tourists? SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 10, 2024/File DATELINE: Feb. 20, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:42 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Türkiye 2. various of Jordan 3. various of Egypt 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ASHRAF ELEWA, CEO of Interpoint Tours Travel in Egypt 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZHOU, Chinese tourist 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): Chinese tourist STORYLINE: Data from multiple online travel platforms showed that during this year's eight-day Spring Festival holiday that ended on Saturday, Chinese tourists' outbound travel has shown a significant acceleration in recovery, with booking volumes reaching a near four-year peak. Among the popular destinations, Middle Eastern countries have emerged as one of the new favorites for Chinese travelers. According to Qunar, a leading Chinese online travel platform, search volumes for countries in the Middle East such as Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Egypt have surged si