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On September 19th, a large number of people gathered in front of the government building in the Armenian capital Yerevan to protest against the deterioration of the situation in Naqqa. Protesters attempted to break through the cordon around the government building and clashed with law enforcement personnel, causing some local traffic to be disrupted. The Armenian Ministry of Health stated that the protest outside the government building resulted in 34 injuries, including 16 police officers and 18 civilians. On September 20th, in Yerevan, Armenia, police guard the entrance to the government building. Earlier that day, the Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense announced a military operation in the Naka region, which will use precision guided weapons to strike positions and military facilities of the Armenian armed forces. The Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the United Nations Security Council to take measures to stop Azerbaijan's military actions in the Naka region. On September 20th, Yerevan, Armenia
On September 20, 2023, the first commercial habitat garden in Shanghai was completed in Nanfeng City, Hongqiao. In recent years, Changning District has built 13 habitat gardens with diverse styles, and many natural creatures have found a paradise for harmonious coexistence and free play with humans in high-density urban areas. The organizers hope to uphold the concept of sustainable development and green environmental protection through this sustainable ecological season, create healthier and more dynamic communities, and help people establish profound connections with the city and nature. Habitat garden is the integration of "habitat" and "garden" to create a "garden with habitat functions", which can provide a living environment for organisms, as well as functions such as viewing, resting, and outdoor activities. This habitat garden is located in the northeast corner of Fengshang Garden, consisting of a habitat conservation area, a leisure science popularization area, and a mutual benefit zone
On September 20th, the American auto workers' strike entered its fifth day, but the end date is still far away. The All American Federation of Automobile Workers has stated that if significant progress is not made in negotiations with Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis this week regarding salary increases and other benefits, more factories will be announced on strike on Friday. According to CNBC website, as one of the long-term pillar industries, the automotive industry accounts for 3% of the US GDP, and its impact on the US economy is self-evident. Just when the industry was in turmoil, the size of the US treasury bond exceeded $33 trillion for the first time, and the risk of government shutdown was also increasing. Multiple factors were superimposed, and the pressure on the US economy increased sharply. Members of the United Automobile Workers of America protest at the Ford Michigan assembly plant in Wayne, Michigan, USA. Stellanti from Bellevue, USA
On September 21, 2023, the large hydrographic survey vessel "Haixun 08" was officially listed as part of the East China Sea Navigation Support Center of the Ministry of Transport in Shanghai. This marks the official launch of the largest, most advanced, and most comprehensive large-scale professional surveying ship in the maritime system of the Ministry of Transport, opening a new chapter for maritime surveying and mapping forces to move towards the deep sea. The "Haixun 08" ship docked at the North Bund. The "Haixun 08" vessel is designed with an unlimited navigation area, with a length of 123.6 meters, a width of 21.2 meters, a depth of 9.3 meters, a draft of 5.8 meters, and a maximum speed of 16 knots. It can safely navigate under sea conditions of level 9, drift measurement under sea conditions of level 5, and walking measurement under sea conditions of level 4. It is the first domestic hydrographic measurement vessel to adopt the concept of tranquilization design. After being put into use, it can support the maritime department's implementation
At 8:00 a.m. on September 21, 2023, the first market opening customer in Chinese Mainland in Minhang, many customers queued up to open the door, some of whom came for free breakfast. Since the beginning of this year, in order to maximize the distance between members and consumers, some member supermarkets in Shanghai have launched free breakfast. Market opening customers are the pioneers, making free breakfast an IP for member supermarkets to compete with customers and establish reputation. However, starting last week, customers will no longer provide free breakfast. Around 8 o'clock, there were more customers waiting. Half an hour after leaving the door, there were a large number of customers queuing up at the opening of the market. Some of the customers came to taste free love breakfast under the guise of admiration. It is understood that the Minhang branch of Kaishi Ke suspended this service last week after providing free breakfast for 4 months. As for the reason, the staff said they were waiting
The International Panda Festival on September 22nd is a festival initiated by China to save giant pandas. In 1993, in order to commemorate the 10th anniversary of China's launch of the giant panda rescue movement, the International Panda Festival was held in Chengdu. Since then, September 22nd has been designated as the International Panda Festival, advocating for attention and support from all sectors of society at home and abroad to care for and protect giant pandas. On September 21, the China Cambodia "Angel of Peace 2023" Joint Health Exercise concluded successfully, and the official joint exercise and conclusion ceremony were held. Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of Cambodia, Di Siha, Deputy Commander in Chief and Joint Chief of Staff of the Cambodian Royal Army, Isala, Head of the Chinese Observation Team, Wang Shuqian, and military officials from multiple embassies in Cambodia attended the concluding ceremony to observe the exercise. Armenian protests continue
On September 22nd, the 17th Shanghai China Time honored Brand Expo opened at the Shanghai Exhibition Center. This Expo will last for three days, bringing together 368 time-honored brands from across the country, including 203 time-honored brands from Shanghai and 165 time-honored brands from other provinces and cities. Among them, time-honored brands from Fujian Sanming and Anhui Lu'an have made their debut. With an exhibition area of nearly 8000 square meters, the Expo launched 278 "old brand new products" for the first time, organized 25 release activities, and presented consumers with a "China-Chic Grand Meeting". The national time-honored brands participating in this expo cover multiple categories, including food and catering, light industry and general merchandise, clothing, shoes and hats, jewelry, art culture, medicine and health care, all of which are well-known and popular brands among consumers. The new product of the Great White Rabbit is eye-catching. Establishment of the Expo
On September 22, 2023, the first round of Group A of the women's football group stage at the Hangzhou Asian Games took place, with the Chinese women's football team competing against the Mongolian women's football team at the Linping Sports Center Stadium. Chinese women's football team Wang Shuang's five sons ascend to the top, Wang Shanshan, Zhang Xin, Yan Jinjin, and Wu Rigu Mulamei bloom twice, while Liu Yanqiu, Yang Lina, and Ou Yiyao score. In the end, the Chinese women's football team defeated the Mongolian women's football team 16:0. In a post match interview, Shui Qingxia said, "There was a slight drizzle, but the enthusiasm of the audience gave us great encouragement. Thank you for your concern and attention to the Chinese women's football team. We performed very well throughout today's game, and Wang Shuang scored 5 goals. She is also a member of our team. I hope that every player can increase their confidence and strive for their best performance through this game.".
On the evening of September 22nd, the "Benliu Water Music Concert" was held at the former site of the Shanghai General Chamber of Commerce. This concert is an important component of "Rush: Starting from Shanghai - Global Urban Cultural Dialogue". Kunqu artist Zhang Jun, music producer Li Quan, bel canto group Power Voice, symphony composer and classical pianist Gong Tianpeng, soprano singer Zhu Huiling, singer Anne Evenou, and violinist Guillaume Molko, among other well-known Chinese and French artists, will star together. The concert is themed around "water," "rivers," and "oceans," integrating traditional Chinese Kunqu opera, Western classical music, Mandarin pop bel canto, and other artistic elements, presenting the audience with a gathering of high-quality Chinese and French audio-visual feast. The "Flowing Water Concert" is still on the outdoor grass at the former site of the Shanghai General Chamber of Commerce