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      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

      2024-08-05 17:02 Last Updated At:21:27

      Hit by extremely hot weather, the people displaced by the armed conflict in Sudan are struggling to handle a rash of woes including heatstroke, power outage and water shortage.

      The armed conflict in Sudan has been going on for over a year, causing more than 10 million people to be displaced. More than 100,000 residents fleeing the conflict zone have fled to the coastal city of Port Sudan, located in the Red Sea State in east Sudan.

      This summer, the daily temperatures often exceeded 40 degrees Celsius, even reaching over 45 degrees Celsius. The persistent broiling and humid weather has further worsened the living conditions of the asylum seekers.

      According to statistics from the Sudanese Ministry of Health, since July this year, the Red Sea State has reported 84 cases of severe heatstroke, eight of which have died.

      "Port Sudan is known for its high temperatures in summer. People need to take measures against the heat. The government should strengthen publicity and prevention," said Monzer Mohamed, a displaced person.

      "When we lived in Khartoum, the temperature usually did not rise until 10:00 or 11:00 in the morning, but in Port Sudan, the temperature was very high at 07:00 in the morning. Displaced people like us can't handle this." said Ahmed Ali, another displaced person.

      Port Sudan is also facing electricity scarcity. The conflict in Sudan has severely damaged the infrastructure, and the influx of asylum seekers has further pushed up energy demand. Currently, Port Sudan often experiences power outages lasting 10 to 14 hours on a daily basis.

      The problem of power outage is even more severe in the refugee shelters, with some of them only having power for a few hours per day.

      "The power supply is very unstable, and there are often power cuts of more than ten hours. We can only take shade under the trees on the street or find a cool place by the seaside," said Othman Al-Toum, a refugee.

      "The impact of the power outage is too severe. Sometimes, after the power just comes back on for one or two hours, it goes out again for several more hours. I cannot work normally, and neither can others," said Ali Moatasem, another refugee.

      Many of the refugee shelters are also facing a shortage of clean drinking water and water for daily use.

      The armed conflict in the country broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Khartoum on April 15, 2023, subsequently engulfing other regions of the country, and continues to this day, leaving the country facing one of the world's most severe refugee crises.

      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

      Heat wave exacerbates suffering of displaced people in Sudan

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      Six new films set to hit China's big screens on Chinese New Year's Day

      2025-01-23 03:35 Last Updated At:05:17

      The lineup for the 2025 Spring Festival movie season was officially revealed on Wednesday with six highly anticipated films set to hit the big screens in China on the first day of the Spring Festival on January 29.

      The six films -- Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force, Ne Zha 2, Detective Chinatown 1900, Operation Leviathan, Boonie Bears: Future Return, and The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero -- span a range of genres and feature impressive creative teams.

      Since pre-sales began on Jan 19, advanced sales for the holiday line-up were the fastest ever to reach 100 million yuan (about 13.8 million U.S. dollars).

      At a launch ceremony for the Spring Festival movie season, held at the China National Film Museum in Beijing, the cast of each film highlighted the unique selling points of their movie.

      "The viewers will not only uncover the hidden points of plot from the first installment of Creation of the Gods, but also get a real sense of the characters and their evolving relationships through a brand new theme," said Wuershan, director of the movie Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force.

      Adapted from the classic Chinese martial arts novel by Jin Yong, The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero captures the essence of Chinese chivalry with its portrayal of selfless heroism.

      described it as a story with stirring heroism.

      "The soul-stirring and awe-inspiring heroic spirit conveyed by the film will be touching, memorable and romantic as well," said Tsui Hark, who directed the film.

      The animated film Ne Zha 2 continues the adventures of hero Ne Zha -- a beloved Chinese mythological figure -- with a focus on comedy and spectacular visual effects.

      Retaining its signature style, the popular detective series Detective Chinatown 1900 promises twists and turns with big production values and glittering special effects.

      As China's first film about nuclear submarines, Operation Leviathan presents a broader underwater battlefield and more complex combat scenarios, offering a unique perspective on naval warfare.

      The Great Hero -- the last chapter of the "Boonie Bears" sci-fi series -- combines extreme romance and bold imagination to take viewers on a futuristic adventure.

      Different discount and subsidy policies for moviegoers during the Spring Festival were also announced at the launch event with local film authorities across the country organizing special events and promotions to encourage cinema visits.

      Supporting institutions, including the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, China UnionPay, Maoyan Entertainment, and Taopiaopia, are expected to provide at least 600 million yuan (about 83 million U.S. dollars) in subsidies for moviegoers during the holiday season.

      Six new films set to hit China's big screens on Chinese New Year's Day

      Six new films set to hit China's big screens on Chinese New Year's Day

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