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When I was seventeen, I stayed with my little brother Cheng alone for the first time. Our parents hurried to another city to take care of my grandma, who had a serious illness, and left eight-year-old Cheng with me. Before they left, they gave me the keys and some money.

Everything was fine. In the evening, Cheng was at the dining table, drawing a face on an egg for a school project. I helped him sharpen his pencils, and he suddenly asked, "Brother, what if the egg breaks?" I replied, "Then just draw another one." As soon as I said that, the egg rolled off the table and broke. Cheng started to cry. I picked up the broken pieces and gave him the last egg from the fridge, saying, "Don't cry. Let's draw it together."

To cheer him up, I suggested we make a "capsule" for the new egg. We gathered old boxes and colored paper. We stuffed cotton inside the box. Cheng decorated it with silver paper while I colored the cotton blue to make it look like the night sky. After an hour, we had a shiny capsule, and Cheng gently placed the egg inside.

Dinner was simple — tomato and egg noodles. Cheng insisted on placing the capsule in the middle of the table with an empty bowl for it. I pretended to pour some soup into the bowl for the egg. Cheng ate with sauce all over his face and whispered, "Brother, what if Grandma's illness is serious?" I comforted him, "Everything will be fine." He nodded, tears rolling down his cheeks.

At 8:00 pm, I told Cheng to take a bath. In the bathroom, I washed his hair, and he suddenly wiped the water from my forehead, saying, "Brother, you seem like an adult." My heart felt warm. "I'll cook breakfast for us tomorrow morning," he continued. "After the breakfast, I want to speak to Grandma."

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At 4 am the next day, I was woken by soft footsteps.

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Seeing me looking at him, Cheng smiled at me.

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Green Living: Start with Me

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Chinese scientists have made the world's (one) ultra-high parallel optical computing integrated chip (超高并行光计算集成芯片). This chip can reach peak of 2560 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second) with a 50 GHz optical clock speed.

Researchers from the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics designed and made the chip by (they). It has a large bandwidth and low loss, which makes it very (power).

One key innovation is using soliton microcomb sources (孤子微梳源), provide over 100 wavelength channels. "We have achieved information interaction and computation with over 100-wavelength multiplexing on one chip, (show) high-density parallel processing," said Xie, a researcher.

Unlike old optical computing that uses one wavelength, this new way uses over 100 light wavelengths (process) data at the same time — boosting computing power by up to 100 times making the chip bigger or changing its frequency. "It's like turning a single-lane road into a highway that can handle hundreds of cars at the same time, (great) increasing throughput without changing the chip hardware," said Han, an engineer.

This new optical computing design shows great promise for use in artificial intelligence and data (center).

Today, as I was4 by the woman and her dog, I saw that she wasn't wearing any earbuds (耳塞), and there was no traffic coming from either5. I had the windows down and decided to stop and get her6. She looked over, possibly7 me to ask for directions or something.

I told her, "I just want to tell you that whenever I see you two out here taking a walk, it is so8. Thank you for not9 on your dog. And your dog looks so happy to be out here every time. It just10 my day."

She was11 that someone would stop her to tell her that. Her face12 up with the widest smile, and she bent over to give the biggest thanks! I didn't want to drag it out or get odd, so I13,"That's all I have a wonderful day!" Still smiling, she replied with the same, "Have a wonderful day!"

When you're having a14 day or just want to make your day a little better, pick a random15 and try to make their day better. You might be surprised what it can do for you.

The key to learning English well is not to give up. But how can you stay motivated when you're frustrated or bored?.

Play a word game

A word game is a classic board game in which players use random lettered pieces to create words in a crossword fashion.. Playing a word game challenges you to really think in English as you try to come up with different words with your set of letters.

Study in a new location

If you always study at home, try going to a library or a coffee shop. The change of scenery will improve your enthusiasm.   Besides, changing locations has been shown to improve memory. Your brain makes connections between what you're studying and where you are..

Learn English with realistic videos

Realistic videos are made by and for native speakers.   They can be challenging to understand at first, so start small. I'd recommend looking for 5-minute-long videos about topics you're interested in.. There's a wide range of topics for any interest on this language learning platform. Each clip is paired with interactive subtitles, flashcards and quizzes.

While at the library, you could also look for joke books. They are surprisingly useful learning tools. Reading a joke book is also a good way to practice tricky concepts like puns and idioms. You might find the jokes entertaining, and they will teach you how English speakers laugh and have fun.

A. Get a book of English jokes

B. Practice English by writing letters

C. Here are some fun ways for you to try

D. It's a fantastic way to strengthen your English vocabulary

E. For example, you can try those about cooking if you love to cook

F. The more connections your brain makes, the more likely you are to remember

G. This exercise is a perfect way to describe your interests and hobbies in English

"There are some microplastics in normal, healthy arteries (动脉)," said Dr Ross Clark, a researcher who led the study. "But the amount there is really, really different when they become diseased with symptoms."

Clark and his team measured microplastics and nanoplastics in the dangerous, fatty plaque that can build up in arteries, block blood flow, and cause strokes or heart attacks. Compared to the walls of healthy plaque-free arteries, plaque buildup had 16 times more microplastics — just in the people who didn't have symptoms. In people who had experienced stroke, mini-stroke, or vision loss, the plaque had 51 times more microplastics.

Previous research had found that people with microplastics in their arterial plaque were more likely to have a heart attack or die. To investigate why, Clark studied samples (样本) from 48 people's carotid arteries, the pair of superhighways in your neck that channel blood to your brain. The difference in the number of microplastics surprised him, but his team found another concerning trend, too. Cells in the plaque with lots of microplastics showed different gene activity from those with low microplastics.

In the high-plastic environment, one group of immune cells had switched off a gene that's associated with turning off inflammation (炎症). Clark's team also found genetic differences in a group of stem cells thought to help prevent heart attacks and strokes by reducing inflammation and stabilizing plaque.

"Could it be that microplastics are somehow changing their gene expression?" Clark said. "There's more research needed to fully establish that, but at least it gives us a hint as to where to look."

But scientists in India studied audio (声音的) recordings of birds in the rainforest. They said they didn't find proof to support this idea about sound traveling better. It was one of the ideas about environmental factors. Another idea is that birds sing at dawn because it's too dark to look for food.

"We didn't find much support for some of these environmental reasons suggested in past studies for birds singing more at dawn," said Vijay Ramesh, a researcher at Cornell University.

The researchers didn't find one clear reason why the dawn chorus happens, but they found some support for the ideas that the early morning noise is about birds marking their territory after being inactive at night and talking about finding food.

The team analyzed recordings from audio recorders placed at 43 locations in the Western Ghats mountain range in southern India, which is known as a biodiversity hotspot. They examined sounds of what they determined were 69 different species of birds. They studied recordings from the hours around dawn and the hours around dusk to compare activities.

Unsurprisingly to anyone who's been roused by bird calls, the vast majority of species they studied had significantly higher vocal activities at dawn compared to dusk.

After graduating in 2017 and stepping into the highly competitive online clothing industry, Ren realized he needed to find a specialized market. His solution: custom wooden plaques. He founded a company in 2022. "Each piece is tailor-made. It's nearly impossible to find the same product on the market," Ren explained. "The price per order attracts quality customers who place large orders."

Last year, his craft earned him over $688,000 — a success he owed to his much attention to detail and commitment to perfection. "We work with over 10 different types of wood. Every step, from design and cutting to carving, coloring and painting, is crucial," he said.

International orders began with a midnight message from an American client two years ago. After producing five design variants, Ren waited by his screen for hours without receiving any feedback. "I later realized it was simply the time difference," he recalled.

Another memorable project was for an American restaurant owner who initially requested four window-like plaques, each about 1.2 meters in diameter. After presenting several design drafts that showcased traditional techniques and craftsmanship, the impressed client increased the order to six pieces. "The owner went on to refer several other American customers to me," said Ren.

He believes that in the custom business, long-term relationships are key — each satisfied customer becomes a brand ambassador. Ren's small but dedicated (专心致志的) team of eight continues to breathe life into wood, with his plaques now decorating numerous businesses abroad.

Playing Guess Who

Learning who is who from history can get confusing so use this teaching strategy to help. Put those problem- solving skills to good use in history class (or others). Describe a time, place, or person from history with only three clues. The entire class has to try to figure out who or what you are referring to, then race to the whiteboard to write the answer.

Writing a Journal

Develop creative writing skills by asking each student to write a journal from someone else's viewpoint. There are many famous diarists who provide key insight into life through history. You could ask students to give a different diary and then ask them to read it in front of the class.

Brainstorming

Group brainstorming sessions are a great way to bring your students together to connect with whatever they are learning. Instead of thinking about the topic alone at their desk, they get to expand (详述) their ideas with other students in small groups. Use brainstorming worksheets for this activity idea.

Debating

Most students will have a view of what they're learning. Use this to your advantage and create a school activity of debating the pros or cons of whatever they are learning about. Get them to write down their main points on pieces of paper ahead so they can practice and be prepared for the debate. This can be done in front of the whole class and you can change the debaters each week.

Recently, I got to spend a lot of time with our 3-year-old grandson—Theodore. This opportunity was incredibly precious and a much-needed chance to make up for the moments I missed out on with my own son when he was little.

Theodore was new to my home. He was fascinated by his new environments—his first experiences of cold weather and snow, a whole new household with different lights, different floors, a whole host of new drawers and cupboards to open and new sets of toys, a different place to sleep. He had experienced none of them before, which made his days full of exploration and inquiry. Every drawer and every cupboard had all sorts of new stuff that needed to be taken out, examined, sometimes thrown and sometimes put carefully away again.

During the first week, I felt fresh with such an energetic creature. However, everything began to change after a rainy day. The downpour kept us indoors. He went back and forth, back and forth between the floor and the carpet, dropping the same ring to see what it would do in different places. He would throw it, drop it or place it carefully. He would try different sized rings. For me, it was boring and meaningless. So I wanted to teach him something—something "useful" at least I considered. I took a shape-sorting toy from the shelf, knelt down(跪下), and held up a square block. "See this? It goes here," I said, guiding it into the square hole. He glanced(瞥)over, then went back to dropping his ring on the carpet, looking a little upset. I tried again, waving a circular block.

"Come on. Let's do this together. It's fun!" I said, but he just picked up another ring, his tiny fingers wrapping around it. It was then that I began to lose my temper.

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Also at that time, a familiar scene with my little son appeared in my mind.

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Turning to look at Theodore, I realized I had to make a change.

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1. 告知情况及感受；

2. 活动后续。

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Dear Kevin,

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Best regards,

Li Hua

The 2025 national excellent farmers' painting exhibition opened at Jinshan Museum on Sept 16, offering a fresh take on Chinese folk art that centers on the richness of rural life.

Aimed at showing the liveliness of rural culture and promoting the (innovation) development of farmers' paintings, the exhibition stands out for pair of key reasons: its thematic structure rooted in nature, and its celebration of regional artistic diversity.

Over the past two months, the exhibition (select) 84 outstanding modern folk paintings from townships across China after strict evaluation by experts, which display striking regional charm. Spring Village from the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region employs fine brushstrokes (笔触) (illustrate) the scenery of Zhuang villages, residents relaxed chatting in courtyards. Sichuan province's Joyful Tibetan New Year presents the lively scenes of traditional festivals, showing people in colorful costumes (dance) to music.

Among them, Jinshan farmers' paintings (remarkable) stand out. The painters present everyday life using simple strokes — farmers planting rice beside stone bridges, fishermen returning with their catch at sunset. These scenes enable people to see intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) integrates into life.

The exhibition will travel beyond the museum walls. Organizers will select featured works for touring (show) across Jinshan's districts, towns and cultural spots, bringing rural folk art into daily life and allowing more people to experience its (unique).

Then came the time when I was4 old enough to go to 4-H camp myself. At first I was so excited. It was a(n)5 staying with other boys and the days were tightly scheduled. However, there was always some free time each day. But it was then that the6 would steal into my heart. I really missed my parents. One day during the free time I7 to slip back home and give them a8. But as I9 the room I noticed the house was empty. I guess Mom and Dad were out. It felt so strange. I took off back, fighting back10 in my eyes, and not really11 the feelings I was feeling.

I realize now it was the12 of losing my parents that I was feeling then. Being home13 nothing without them being there. It is the love not the house that14 so many happy memories that I carry in my heart to this day. A house is just a house, but a house full of love is a home. Love is the invisible15 that turns walls into shelter and memories into warmth.

Your tone of voice can transmit a wealth of information, ranging from passion to disinterest to anger.For example, if you want to show interest in something, express your passion by using an energetic tone of voice. Such signals not only display your feelings about a topic but also generate interest in the people listening to you speak.

Good eye contact is another essential nonverbal communication skill. When people fail to look others in the eye, it seems as if they are trying to hide something. However, too much eye contact comes across as unsettling. It's recommended that intervals (间隔) of eye contact lasting three to four seconds make people feel natural and comfortable.

Some require more formal behaviors that might be interpreted differently in other settings. For example, the nonverbal signals you use at work differ greatly from those used on a Friday night out with friends. Match your nonverbal signals to the situation to express your intended message accurately.

If you are confused about another person's nonverbal signals, don't be afraid to ask questions. A good idea is to repeat back your interpretation and ask for clarification. For example, "So what you are saying is that…" "Do you mean that…" Such questions help clarify a conversation and encourage the other person to keep talking.

Nonverbal communication is complex and varied. Being more aware of how nonverbal signals impact interpersonal relationships can help you learn to use nonverbal communication more effectively.

A. It can also strengthen your message.

B. How can you tell how much is appropriate?

C. Always consider the context of communication.

D. There's no one-size-fits-all way to use these signals.

E. It's better to pay close attention to a variety of signals.

F. Misreading them can easily lead to misunderstandings or conflicts.

G. This simple step helps prevent misunderstandings and keep the conversation smooth.

The team's work is built around the concept of memory "engrams (印记)," which describe how memories are physically stored. An engram can be thought of as a small, committed group of brain cells that activate together when a specific memory is recalled. In their model, each concept, like a banana, is an object defined by several features in a"conceptual space." These features correspond to sensory inputs—what a banana looks like, smells like, tastes like, and so on. For humans, this creates a five-dimensional (五维的) concept. The model simulates (模拟) how these engrams develop, becoming sharper with learning or fading through forgetting, based on interactions with the outside world.

Analyzing the model's dynamics, the researchers discovered that the system of engrams eventually reaches a steady state. In this mature state, the number of distinct concepts held in memory remains constant. The most surprising finding came when they tested how the dimensions of this conceptual space — the number of senses — affected its total capacity. The team found that the system's capacity for holding different concepts was at its highest when the space had exactly seven dimensions.

"It appears that when each concept stored in memory is characterized in terms of seven features — as opposed to, say, five or eight — the number of distinct objects held in memory is maximized," said study co-author Nikolay Brilliantov, a professor at the Skoltech Artificial Intelligence Center. Although he says it's just a guess to apply this idea to human development, the discovery provides a potentially crucial design principle for AI. By programming robots with seven distinct sensory inputs, engineers could maximize their ability to learn about and remember their environment.

As a landscape specialist at Colorado State University Extension, I think a lot about how to help people make designed landscapes more environmentally friendly.

But what is chaos gardening, really? Chaos gardening is the practice of mixing a wide variety of seeds and scattering (撒) them over a planting area with minimal planning. For many, it's a low-pressure, joyful way to experiment.

One reason chaos gardening may be catching on is that it sidesteps the rules of garden design. A traditional landscape design approach is effective and appropriate for many settings, but it is time-consuming and can feel stressful. Even that easy, messy look of a cottage garden still needs lots of planning. Chaos gardening, by contrast, lets go of control.

There's also the allure of ease. People want gardening to be simple. If chaos gardening brings more people into the joy and mess of growing things, I consider that a win in itself. Broader research has found that emotional connection and accessibility are major motivators for gardening, often more than environmental impact.

Chaos gardening might not replace the structured borders of a well-cut garden, but it might get newcomers into the garden. It might make things feel less risky, encourage experimentation, and help people see beauty in richness rather than in control. If that's the entry point someone needs, then let the chaos begin.

Pigeons in urban areas often suffer from a preventable condition known as "stringfoot", in which litter (垃圾) such as thread, fishing line or human hair gets wrapped around their toes. Untreated, the birds can lose a toe, or even a whole foot.

"There are so many problems in my life and in the lives of people I care about that I can't really do anything about," said Brennan, of the London Pigeon Rescue. "But what I can do is save a pigeon's life, or their toes, or restore their abilities. That might seem like a small difference, but to that pigeon, it's massive."

On rescues, the pair of volunteers use seeds to attract pigeons, then gently cover them with a kitchen towel before removing any tight trash with scissors. "It's a man-made problem," Brennan said. "I think someone needs to be responsible for helping them with the problem that we've created."

Brennan first began feeding pigeons in 2021 after reading they were going hungry. Over time, she began noticing injuries and sought help on Facebook from Peter, who was already rescuing birds. Since then, the two have worked together and attempted to tend to the birds three to four times a week, often responding to tips from concerned members of the public.

"Liking pigeons as much as I do means that I have little friends everywhere I go. I was busy, stressed, and felt a bit sorry for myself. Then I saw a couple of pigeons pass by, and it instantly brightened my day," Brennan said.

Discover the best amusement parks in Canada and add more fun to your family holidays and get-togethers.

Playland in Vancouver

Playland is the most popular amusement park in Vancouver, Canada. Run by the Pacific National Exhibition, the annual summer festival, Playland is located in Hastings Park. Established in 1958, it is home to more than 50 exciting rides, a haunted house (鬼屋) and midway games. The most famous ride in Playland is the wooden roller coaster, and it was featured in the film Final Destination 3.

Galaxyland in Edmonton

Galaxyland is North America's biggest indoor amusement park featuring over 27 exciting rides. It also has play areas for people of all age groups. This amusement park in Canada was opened in 1985 and designed around a space theme. The park is known for housing the world's largest triple-loop (三环) roller coaster.

Canada's Wonderland in Toronto

Founded in 1981, Canada's Wonderland in Toronto is a popular theme park, covering over 300 acres. As Canada's largest theme park, Wonderland is one of North America's most visited parks. It has over 200 attractions, 69 water rides, and 16 roller coasters. In 2016, two new additions emerged, the Flying Eagles and Skyhawk, attracting tourists worldwide.

Calypso Park in Ottawa

Located 35 kilometers from Ottawa, Calypso Park is a popular water park featuring 100-plus water games and slides. Attracting many adventure seekers, the park is Canada's largest water park, with more than 35 slides, two theme rivers, and several other water attractions like Boomerango, Black Hole, Canyon Rafting, Adrenaline, and Aqualoops.

For many children, the very thought of surgery is terrifying. The hospital environment — white halls, the sharp, clean smell of medicine, and the frightening medical instruments — can feel scary. This anxiety often reaches its height in the final walk towards the operating room, a moment thick with fear for both the children and their parents. However, one kind doctor in Brazil has changed this difficult experience, turning fear into strength by allowing his young patients to walk into the operating room not as scared and small children, but as superheroes.

Dr. Leandro B. Guimarães, an ear, nose, and throat specialist, said the idea started with a difficult moment with a little girl named Allana. She was just two years old, and as he carried her down the hallway, she cried uncontrollably, her small body shaking against his and her tiny fists holding his white coat tightly. Her desperate cry echoed (回响) in the hallway, each one a reminder of the complete terror she was experiencing. That day, standing outside the operating room with a heartbroken child in his arms, he made a promise to himself: No child under his care would ever have to approach surgery in tears again. He was determined to find a way to replace their fear with courage.

"I let the children choose which hero they want to become," Dr. Guimarães explained, a warm smile on his face. His clinic now features a special "Hero's Chest", filled with many wonderful costumes. "I tell them we will go in ‘flying' or running and that our mission is to clear their nose and ears. I only enter the surgical room when they are ready and fully engaged in the game." He even encourages parents to join the process if a child is particularly nervous, allowing a mother to wear a Catwoman mask or a father to hold the edge of a Superman cape (斗篷). The goal is to make a fearful experience feel calmer, lighter, and magical.

The transformation begins the moment a child selects their character. A quiet, withdrawn boy might gather his courage as he puts on a Batman suit. A shy little girl's face lights up as she places a Wonder Woman tiara (皇冠) upon her head. Dr. Guimaräes and his team fully commit to the process, with nurses becoming "mission control" and anesthesiologists (麻醉师) introduced as"science officers" providing special powers for the journey ahead.

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Online, Dr. Guimarães shared joyful videos of the young patients with their parents.

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These videos become popular online.

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1. 使用情况；

2. 利弊分析；

3. 你的观点。

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Dear editor,

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Yours,

Li Hua