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Foreign audiences and parents watch the humanoid robot band play the electronic keyboard at the 2nd Hangzhou International Humanoid Robot an... Editorial
HRTE2026 Held in Hangzhou
14 May 2026 · Hangzhou, China
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Foreign audiences and parents watch the humanoid robot band play the electronic keyboard at the 2nd Hangzhou International Humanoid Robot an...

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14 May 2026

Foreign audiences and parents watch the humanoid robot band play the electronic keyboard at the 2nd Hangzhou International Humanoid Robot and Robot Technology Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, on May 14, 2026.


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A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Pr... Editorial
Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou
23 Apr 2026 · Hangzhou, China
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A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Pr...

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23 Apr 2026

A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, on April 23, 2026.


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Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou
23 Apr 2026 · Hangzhou, China
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A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Pr...

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23 Apr 2026

A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, on April 23, 2026.


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A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Pr... Editorial
Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou
23 Apr 2026 · Hangzhou, China
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A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Pr...

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23 Apr 2026

A humanoid robot performs piano as foreign audiences and citizens watch at the Global Unicorn Innovation Exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, on April 23, 2026.


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Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei... Editorial
National Museum Foundation CEO Vows Global Expansion Of ‘MU:DS’ Through Collaboration With Local SMEs
9 Apr 2026 · Seoul, South Korea
#13551662
Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei...

#13551662

9 Apr 2026

Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the foreign press corps at the museum gift shop within the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, South Korea, on April 9, 2026. ''MU:DS,'' a combination of ''museum'' and ''goods,'' is a specialized brand featuring items inspired by South Korean cultural heritage and developed in collaboration with local small and medium-sized enterprises. The presentation highlights the brand's unique design and its role as a cultural gift of South Korea for international audiences.


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Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei... Editorial
National Museum Foundation CEO Vows Global Expansion Of ‘MU:DS’ Through Collaboration With Local SMEs
9 Apr 2026 · Seoul, South Korea
#13551663
Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei...

#13551663

9 Apr 2026

Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the foreign press corps at the museum gift shop within the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, South Korea, on April 9, 2026. ''MU:DS,'' a combination of ''museum'' and ''goods,'' is a specialized brand featuring items inspired by South Korean cultural heritage and developed in collaboration with local small and medium-sized enterprises. The presentation highlights the brand's unique design and its role as a cultural gift of South Korea for international audiences.


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Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei... Editorial
National Museum Foundation CEO Vows Global Expansion Of ‘MU:DS’ Through Collaboration With Local SMEs
9 Apr 2026 · Seoul, South Korea
#13551664
Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei...

#13551664

9 Apr 2026

Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the foreign press corps at the museum gift shop within the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, South Korea, on April 9, 2026. ''MU:DS,'' a combination of ''museum'' and ''goods,'' is a specialized brand featuring items inspired by South Korean cultural heritage and developed in collaboration with local small and medium-sized enterprises. The presentation highlights the brand's unique design and its role as a cultural gift of South Korea for international audiences.


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Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei... Editorial
National Museum Foundation CEO Vows Global Expansion Of ‘MU:DS’ Through Collaboration With Local SMEs
9 Apr 2026 · Seoul, South Korea
#13551665
Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the forei...

#13551665

9 Apr 2026

Choi Imja, head of the product planning team at the National Museum Foundation of Korea, introduces ''MU:DS'' cultural products to the foreign press corps at the museum gift shop within the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, South Korea, on April 9, 2026. ''MU:DS,'' a combination of ''museum'' and ''goods,'' is a specialized brand featuring items inspired by South Korean cultural heritage and developed in collaboration with local small and medium-sized enterprises. The presentation highlights the brand's unique design and its role as a cultural gift of South Korea for international audiences.


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A color-changing ''soju'' glass featuring a traditional Korean scholar illustration is displayed at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, S... Editorial
National Museum Foundation CEO Vows Global Expansion Of ‘MU:DS’ Through Collaboration With Local SMEs
9 Apr 2026 · Seoul, South Korea
#13551668
A color-changing ''soju'' glass featuring a traditional Korean scholar illustration is displayed at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, S...

#13551668

9 Apr 2026

A color-changing ''soju'' glass featuring a traditional Korean scholar illustration is displayed at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul, South Korea, on April 9, 2026. Part of the ''MU:DS'' cultural product line, the ''Drunken Scholar'' glass set uses temperature-sensitive ink that causes the scholar's face to turn red when filled with a cold beverage. The product was the top-selling item of 2025, noted for its reinterpretation of Joseon-era folk motifs for modern consumers. The National Museum of Korea continues to collaborate with local small and medium-sized enterprises to develop diverse merchandise that promotes South Korean heritage to both domestic and international audiences.


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Nepali actors and members of the Nepali film industry drape the body of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290163
Nepali actors and members of the Nepali film industry drape the body of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach...

#13290163

8 Feb 2026

Nepali actors and members of the Nepali film industry drape the body of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' with the national flag of Nepal ahead of his final rites in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 8, 2026. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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Nepali actors and members of the Nepali film industry drape the body of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290164
Nepali actors and members of the Nepali film industry drape the body of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach...

#13290164

8 Feb 2026

Nepali actors and members of the Nepali film industry drape the body of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' with the national flag of Nepal ahead of his final rites in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 8, 2026. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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The body of Nepali veteran actor Sunil Thapa, who plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' arrives at the Pashupatinat... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290165
The body of Nepali veteran actor Sunil Thapa, who plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' arrives at the Pashupatinat...

#13290165

8 Feb 2026

The body of Nepali veteran actor Sunil Thapa, who plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' arrives at the Pashupatinath Crematorium in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 8, 2026, to perform his final rites. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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Anmol Thapa (in white), son of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' perfo... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290166
Anmol Thapa (in white), son of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' perfo...

#13290166

8 Feb 2026

Anmol Thapa (in white), son of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' performs final rites at Pashupatinath crematorium in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 8, 2026. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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Anmol Thapa (in white), son of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' perfo... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290167
Anmol Thapa (in white), son of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' perfo...

#13290167

8 Feb 2026

Anmol Thapa (in white), son of veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' performs final rites at Pashupatinath crematorium in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 8, 2026. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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Nepali actors gather to pay their last tribute to veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movi... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290168
Nepali actors gather to pay their last tribute to veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movi...

#13290168

8 Feb 2026

Nepali actors gather to pay their last tribute to veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa, who also plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' before his funeral in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 8, 2026. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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The body of Nepali veteran actor Sunil Thapa, who plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' is kept at the Film Develop... Editorial
Nepal Bids Farewell To Sunil Thapa, Greatest Villain Of All Time
8 Feb 2026 · KATHMANDU, Nepal
#13290169
The body of Nepali veteran actor Sunil Thapa, who plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' is kept at the Film Develop...

#13290169

8 Feb 2026

The body of Nepali veteran actor Sunil Thapa, who plays the role of a coach in the Bollywood movie ''Mary Kom,'' is kept at the Film Development Board for a final tribute before his funeral on February 8, 2026, in Kathmandu, Nepal. Thapa is actively involved in Nepali and Indian cinema for decades, and his untimely demise leaves the entire Nepali arts and film fraternity in shock. He is widely respected for giving depth, recognition, and dignity to antagonistic roles in Nepali films, earning acclaim comparable to that of lead actors. He is especially popular among audiences for his iconic role as 'Rate Kaila,' which becomes one of the most memorable villains in Nepali cinema. Through his strong screen presence and distinctive acting style, Thapa earns a unique place for himself in the film industry. Born on May 19, 1957, Thapa contributes to acting, modeling, sports, and various aspects of the film industry. He begins his professional life as a model, working in Mumbai in the 1970s for prominent brands including Binny and Mafatlals. In those early years, he also plays competitive football, representing ICL Club Bombay and Orkay Sports Club. While modeling, he works as a photojournalist for Junior Statesman magazine. He covers Bhutan's 1974 coronation ceremony. He makes his Bollywood debut in 1981 with the Hindi film ''Ek Duuje Ke Liye,'' a major commercial success that introduces him to Indian audiences. He later returns to Nepal and rises to prominence following the release of Chino, a landmark Nepali film that secures his place in the country's cinematic history. It is Chino that transforms him into a household name. His portrayal of the antagonist ''Ratey Kaila'' is both unsettling and magnetic, earning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The character becomes so iconic that Thapa is widely recognized by the role's name rather than his own.


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