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But automation (自动化) has changed a lot of this. Certainly, it has its2. I am grateful for 24-hour ATMs, the3 of gaining knowledge from my laptop in the comfort of my home, and a cellphone that4 performs enormous skillful services.

But I also miss the5 with people that these devices have6. I feel better just because someone took the time to warm the meeting.

So recently I decided to accomplish my goal in a(an)7 manner. I began by going to the bank. One of the staff remembered me from a long-ago visit and8 me warm-heartedly. After my business we chatted for a few minutes,9 news about our children. I moved on to a fast food restaurant, where I passed up the computer terminal (终端) in favor of10 from a smiling employee, the supermarket where I walked past the self-checkout and was welcomed by a cashier, and a stop at the public library where I asked the librarian to help me find a title I could have easily11 by myself with a computer search, during which, we had the most12 conversation about some new books.

That evening I had dinner with a friend and reported my13 to her. She listened attentively but didn't14. She commented that I could have banked, shopped, and ordered a book with my cellphone, and it would have taken less than an hour. True, but I would have15 all those kind words and friendly smiles.

Willpower is just like a muscle. People with a great amount of willpower have the discipline (自律) to develop positive, successful habits. Even with a large amount of talent, without the discipline and motivation to create positive habits, it can be difficult to achieve success.

It is important to create good habits and take the actions necessary to stick to those habits day in and day out for greater success. Almost half of our daily actions are part of our habits and not decisions, so once the correct habits are in place, you will automatically perform those tasks on a day-to-day basis.

The best way to create and stick to a habit is to have strong motivation. It's easier to change your habits to lose weight if you have a health issue and you want to be around longer for your kids, or if your business is something you're passionate about.

The art of self-control is one that most successful people have mastered. Self-control enables you to avoid behaviors that don't contribute to your success and adopt those that do.

Because there is a delayed satisfaction associated with self-control, it can be easy to get off track. However, if you work on sticking to those small positive habits one day at a time, it becomes easier to stay strong and achieve that delayed reward. Plan clear goals, and develop the habits necessary to achieve them. Recognize the self-control necessary to stick to those habits.

A. Willpower and habits go hand in hand.

B. I believe the key to success is willpower.

C. To keep it strong you need to constantly exercise it.

D. A united and motivated team can drive your business forward.

E. It is easy to lose control and give in to something that doesn't follow your plan.

F. Once a reward is achieved, it is much easier to continue sticking to your habits.

G. Having a valuable outcome associated with a habit will help you stick to that habit.

With urban populations expected to increase by 2.5 billion by 2050, urban agriculture could help to feed our growing cities. Environmental scientist David and his workmates looked at previous studies in 53 countries in which crops were grown in a range of different urban environments, including "grey" spaces such as rooftops, and using different growing methods, such as hydroponics (水培法): They found that yields of urban crops were often the same, if not higher, than those from conventional farms.

Sometimes city-grown crops can have higher yields than conventional ones, and the benefits of urban agriculture go beyond food.

One of the most mentioned benefits of urban farming is a reduction in food miles. However, urban-grown crops aren't automatically a more environmentally friendly option. In one study, researchers analyzed the carbon footprint of different vegetables grown in greenhouses in Canada compared to importing vegetables from the USA. "In that example, it was less carbon-intensive (炭密集的) to import the crops because of the high energy input required to grow them locally in greenhouses," says David.

But there are other benefits. Urban agriculture has the potential to promote local ecosystems, attracting bees and birds that boost urban biodiversity, while providing more green spaces to help keep cities cool and prevent the urban heat island effect.

It could also strengthen our connection with food and improve the public's understanding of the natural resources needed to grow fresh agricultural product. More importantly, it could improve urban access to fresh fruit and vegetables, and help protect individual cities against food shocks from events such as crop failure.

"Food supply chains can be vulnerable (脆弱的) to global issues," says David. "Therefore, it is of great importance to build a stable food supply system. This requires the joint efforts to ensure food supply and handle the increasingly complex global situation."

According to digital artists, NFTs represent the next step in art history. They believe that art develops according to the tools available to them. Embracing (拥抱) digital methods could lead to exciting new works that would never have been possible in the past. Plus, the art world can be exclusive (排他的), with paintings only on show at certain galleries. Digital art gives more people the chance to enjoy art. It also grabs the attention of the buyers. Collectors of digital artworks, as well as investors, have pumped billions of dollars into NFT-related artworks. One famous collector says, "Can NFTs be a breakthrough in the art market? That is a most definite yes. From streaming services to e-sports, the world is becoming more digital. Why should art be different?" He believes that most buyers are driven by admiration, "Artists can make beautiful pieces on their computers. These pieces should be as valuable as physical paintings."

For opponents, digital arts are nothing but a short-lived fashion and will never replace the real thing. Art traditionalists believe that even though people can't touch most artworks, they are meant to be seen up close. A digital art displayed on a computer screen will never match the experience of walking through a gallery. Even worse, the technology behind it is bad for the environment. NFTs rely on a network of computers that have to be running at all times to process information. This uses up a lot of power and it's a big source of greenhouse gas emissions, which are the primary cause of climate change. Many collectors are also concerned about the stability (稳定性) of the value, because owning a line of computer codes is not the same as owning a painting.

Xi Linjie, a 20-year-old college student, sought help for tiredness at a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) hospital in Chongqing and was pleasantly surprised by a cup of sweet milk tea. "The milk tea is filled with TCM ingredients, yet it tastes delightful. It's less sweet than regular milk tea and has a slight herbal fragrance (香味)," she says. "Most importantly, it's beneficial to health."

This new milk tea is invented by the nutrition department of Chongqing Jiangbei Hospital of TCM. Since 2023, the hospital has mixed TCM processing techniques with contemporary food production to attract younger generation. "Milk tea is a favorite among young people. We hope it can act as a bridge for them to gain more knowledge about TCM and gradually accept it," says Liao Changying, director of the hospital's nutrition department. She notes that almost everyone who tried the milk tea shared the special experience with their family and friends.

The hospital has employed various modern technologies to maximize (最大化) the effect of TCM while improving the taste. "Behind the TCM milk tea are numerous experiments and improvements. It represents the integration of TCM, modern medicine, nutrition and more. Our goal is to help people prevent and manage diseases while enjoying delicious food and drinks," Liao explains. The TCM milk tea proves how traditional medicine is appealing to the younger generation in an approachable manner.

Liao is pleased to see many young visitors seeking professional health advice on physical conditioning. "Over half of the visitors are young people interested in health consultations (咨询)   for body conditioning, which indicates that the younger generation has confidence in TCM," Liao says. She also suggested that more efforts should be made to integrate TCM with other fields that interest young people, adding, "TCM is becoming a new trend among the youth".

The water off the northwestern coast of Washington affords plenty of opportunities to see a wide range of whales. The following tours will take you to the ideal viewing locations.

Western Prince Whale & Wildlife Tours

The San Juan Islands afford opportunities to see a variety of whale species, including orcas, humpbacks and minkes. A unique characteristic of this tour boat is that it's powered by low-sound water jets. Tickets are $149 for adults and $139 for kids aged 7 to 12. This tour is not recommended for kids younger than 6, or those with back or neck injuries.

Crystal Seas Kayaking

Rather than using motorized boats, this tour has whale watchers take kayaks in person. Past participants describe these lightweight boats as entertaining. No prior boating experience is necessary. Tickets start at $125 for three-hour and sunset tours and $219 for full-day tours lasting seven hours. The price includes use of all kayaking equipment, as well as round-trip transportation.

Maya's Legacy Whale Watching

Maya's Legacy Whale Watching is ideal for nature lovers, as the company takes a "whole ecosystem approach" to its outings. Tours vary in length and are priced accordingly, starting at $149 for three-hour tours. $199 for four-hour tours and $299 for full-day trips. The tour specializes in small-group outings; the number of participants may range from 6 to 16.

Puget Sound Express

Departing from Edmonds, these boat rides take passengers to the San Juan Islands to see the whales and other sea creatures. The boats feature indoor seating and outdoor viewing decks, as well as a cafe that sells snacks. These trips are suitable for all ages; tickets start at $145 for adults and $105 for children aged 2 to 10 (babies free of charge).

It was a cold November night. The air was fresh, and the autumn leaves made a pattern of red and yellow on the streets. I was walking home from school, my mind lost in thoughts of upcoming exams, when I noticed an elderly man struggling with a heavy box at the corner of the street. He was out of breath, his face flushed (红) from the effort, and it was clear he needed help.

I approached him, my heart filled with sympathy. "Sir, do you need some assistance?" I asked, trying to sound as polite as possible. The man looked up, his eyes meeting mine with a mix of relief and gratitude.

"Could you please help me carry this box to my apartment? It's just around the corner," he replied, his voice shaky but warm. I nodded and, together, we lifted the box and began our slow journey to his home.

As we walked, I learned that his name was Mr. Chen, and he had recently moved into the neighborhood. His children lived far away, and he was trying to settle into his new home alone. The box contained his most treasured belongings, books and photographs that held memories of a lifetime.

Our path was not easy. The box was heavy, and the streets were wet from rain. We slipped once or twice, but we managed to keep our footing and our spirits high. Mr. Chen told me stories of his youth, and I shared my dreams for the future. It was a strange connection, formed in the struggle of a single moment.

Finally, we reached his apartment building, and I helped him carry the box up the stairs. He insisted that I come in for a cup of tea as a thank-you. Over hot drinks, I told him that all of my family members are literature enthusiasts. My uncle works at a publishing house. He said he loves writing poetry. Then we exchanged contact information with each other.

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As I left, Mr. Chen handed me a pile of papers, on which were poems from his youth.

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Upon hearing this good news, I contacted Mr. Chen to inquire if he would be willing to publish it.

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1. 说明原因；

2. 推荐李明作为你的替补参加排练；

3. 预祝取得好成绩。

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参考词汇：排练rehearsal

Dear Jim,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Chinese consumers are pursuing more personalized and flexible travel options for the National Day holiday, with significant increases (see) in bookings for self-driving tours and independent travel. Both traditional cultural tours and autumn short journeys are gaining (popular).

Running a week, the National Day holiday stands as the last long holiday of the year, (lead) to a considerable increase in flexible scheduling by consumers. As of Sept 20, bookings of flights and hotels during the holiday both exceeded (超过)   (level) recorded during the same period last year, Tuniu said.

The holiday is the best time (enjoy) fall foliage (秋季彩叶). Some of the most popular domestic destinations include Huangguoshu Waterfall in Guizhou province, stands as the largest waterfall in Asia; Lushan Mountain as well as Huangshan Mountain in Anhui province.

Taking self-driving tours (emerge) as one of the most popular modes of travel for Chinese consumers in recent years. For the National Day holiday, increasing number of travelers are choosing to take high-speed trains to their destinations, and then rent cars for self-driving experiences.

(remarkable), more female travelers have embarked on self-driving tours. From beaches with breathtaking views vast grasslands, women have been traveling further.

The incident occurred on a Friday night, the store's peak shopping hours. The cashier who had been assigned to1 the register took ill and left suddenly, with no one else2 for help. The owner, Shiko Altid, also didn't find out that the store was unmanned for an entire hour, until one customer called the police, who3 the owner,

Altid had4 panicked on hearing that the store was left5 and open. "In a panic, I immediately6 the security cameras, expecting to see7 with products thrown everywhere in the store, Altid explained, "To my8, just minutes after the cashier left, the customers began to scan (扫描) the products themselves."

Altid said that his regular customers even9 themselves as volunteer cashier, "One customer stayed at the10 for 15 minutes, checking out one person after another and leaving the money in the register with receipts," Altid said. They even tried to11 how to work the credit card machine, and every time the cash drawer opened, they quickly12 it to avoid any misunderstandings or theft. They even gave each other the correct13 from the register. I later checked both the registers and the cameras, and nothing was missing! It was incredible.

"I couldn't thank them enough. Without their14 and kindness, the night could have unfolded into a(n)15," said Altid.

Don't use platitudes (陈词滥调). Think: common sayings like "sending thoughts and prayers" or "everything will work out for the best." Instead, aim for sympathetic connections that are sincere, heartfelt words individualized to that person.

Do tailor your statement to the relationship. For instance, someone who has lost a parent may need to hear something a little different than someone who lost a high school friend. When someone is experiencing intense sorrow, you shouldn't try to "fix" it or explain it. Say this instead: "Tell me about him/ her."

It's perfectly fine to say something like, "I don't know what to say right now, but I'm so sorry for your loss." Empathy (共情) is a powerful form of support. You can just be here with them in this moment.

Do apologize if necessary. Even when you go into it with the best of intentions, there are some mistakes people often make when talking about sorrow. For example, when you understandably want to love and support them, but your words don't always come across as supportive or comforting as they mean them to be. Mistakes and misunderstandings are unavailable.

A. Do admit you are nervous.

B. Above all, figure out common phrases to avoid.

C. Do tell you know what they are going through.

D. Don't claim that you fully know what they are going through.

E. The key is to face them, offer an apology and do better next time.

F. These types of impersonal messages can make the sufferer feel dismissed and unheard.

G. Acknowledge the relationship that the sorrowful person had to the person who has passed on.

Daniel Sands of University College London's school of management tracked the fortunes of restaurants that opened in New York in 2000 — 2014 and received a starred review in the New York Times. He found that, of this promising group, establishments which went on to get a Michelin star were more likely to close down in the years that followed than those which did not. The relationship remained even when factors such as location, price and type of cuisine were taken into account. All told, 40% of restaurants awarded Michelin stars in 2005 – 2014 had closed by the end of 2019.

A Michelin star boosts publicity: the study found that Google search intensity rose by over a third for newly starred restaurants. But that fame comes at a price. First, Mr Sands argues, the restaurants' customers change. Being in the center of public attention raises diners' expectations. Meeting guests' greater demands piles on new costs. Second, the award puts a star-shaped target on the restaurants' back. Businesses they deal with, such as ingredient suppliers and landlords, use the opportunity to charge more. Chefs also want their pay to show they've won an award and might get taken away by other businesses.

Food is not the only industry where awards are a mixed blessing. Some research says that companies with bosses who won awards don't do as well as they used to or as well as other companies whose bosses didn't win awards. Like Michelin-starred chefs, superstar CEOs demand fatter pay packets and are more easily distracted (分心), spending more time writing books. In publishing, too, awards bring danger. Prizewinning books are reviewed more strictly than before their success, and worse than runners-up.

Producers have included the tether on bottles sold across the European market, including in the UK. It is time everyone got on board. In my opinion, this tiny adjustment is the first effective anti-littering policy that contemporary politics has come up with. The design of a product affects how readily it becomes litter, and this is especially true for bottle caps. Tethered caps are not easily removed from plastic bottles — they are difficult to throw away even if someone wants to.

Plastic bottle caps are now among the top ten litter items found in rivers and the ocean. In the UK, 2023 beach surveys listed bottle caps as the third most common type of litter, while on the Dutch North Sea coastline, surveys recorded up to 128 bottle caps for each kilometer of beach in 2016.

It is worth noting that recycling has never been a realistic solution to the overproduction of plastic. Legislation (立法) could solve some of the issues coming from tethered lids (附着瓶盖). The UK aims to establish a national bottle return system, and will need new systems for handling mixed-material recycling anyway (not only bottles and lids, but coffee cups, tetra packs and straws, among other items). Elsewhere, legislation could soon fine producers that fail to address the environmental consequences of the packaging they have made.

Trying to solve littering by asking the public to stop is not working. Tethered bottle caps are a refreshing idea that puts theonus on those pumping out millions of litter-able items in the first place. This means that the duty to reduce litter falls on the companies that produce these items, rather than just on individuals to clean up after them.

The team was led by 39-year-old Ivan Schalk, who's been planning this since he was a child. He said, "I've been thinking about the idea for years. I once received a Guinness World Records book in which I came across this record." This record has been broken numerous times over the past 60 years. It was first set in 1965 by a bicycle built in Cologne, Germany, measuring 8 metres.

With a history of building decorations on floats, Ivan started this project in 2018 to fill his spare time. Needing help to build the giant bicycle, he sought out team members at the local carnival in his home village of Prinsen Beek. "Prinsenbeek is known for its volunteers and for having many people who can do skilled jobs," Ivan said. "You can hang out in front of the TV, but we're not like that here in Prinsenbeek. We have the technical knowledge and want to apply this knowledge to the maximum."

Building the bicycle was a long process. The front and back parts were produced in-house, while the centerpiece was purchased from a company that produces long steel structures. For the purposes of this record, a bicycle is defined as a pedaled (踏板的) vehicle with two wheels, one behind the other, steered (驾驶) with handlebars attached to the front wheel.

Years of calculations and construction finally led to the official record try, where two of the team — one up front steering and another at the back pedaling - rode the bicycle over a 100-metre distance to achieve the Guinness World Records title. They also achieved another record for the longest tandem (多人的) bicycle by adding more pedals and completing the distance with multiple riders.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, United Arab Emirates

Not only is it home to the world's largest collection of sand sharks, but the Dubai Aquarium &Underwater Zoo houses the world's largest suspended (悬挂的) aquarium. Enjoy this experience via behind the scenes access or through a glass-bottom boat.

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Canada

Enjoy the scenic wonders of over 16,000 exotic (奇异的) sea and freshwater animals at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. Opened in 2013, it is one of three aquariums owned by the famous Ripley's Entertainment company and has more than 10 galleries showcasing wildlife from around the world.

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, Japan

Opened in 1990, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan offers a rich collection of wildlife native to the Ring of Fire area of the Pacific Ocean showcasing underwater among 27 tanks and 16 main exhibits. Its New Interactive Area also allows visitors an up-close interface with the animals, creating an unforgettable experience.

Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, China

Looking for a combined aquarium and theme park experience? Opened in 2014, the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom has it all with a dynamic mix of amusement rides, animal shows, and the world's largest oceanarium. Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is home to a vast variety of sea animals, such as rare whale sharks, polar bears, etc.

1.创建美丽校园的重要性；

2.校园内存在的不文明现象；

3.你的态度。

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Good morning, everyone. I'm your headmaster, Mr. Lee. Welcome to ABC High School. Is your first day as senior high school students, so there are a few things I want you to know.

First I want to say - Congratulations! I know you must have been under great pressure to prepare for the Senior High School Entrance Examination in order to you get a place in our school. You must have been studying here. It turns out that you have made it and I feel really you.

Next, I want you to know that those who high are more likely to succeed. So every one of you will be given a writing to write something in a way related to your dream. Don't be afraid to write down what you want to do. You are expected to be as much as you can.

Then, the new school is a new society where you will find friends and qualified staff. You are advised to to figure out what difference you can make to this society. Don't be afraid of making mistakes because after you on your failures, a lot of lessons will be learned. And these lessons will also be beneficial to you your adult life.

Finally, I hope that every one of you will be able to enjoy your three years in ABC High School!

The Chinese-owned video platform, TikTok, is the fastest growing news source for UK adults, according to a survey. TikTok is used by 7% of adults for news, according to the UK's communications watchdog, up from 1% in 2020. The (grow) is primarily driven by young users, with half of its news followers (age)16 to 24.

"Teenagers today are (increasing) unlikely to pick up a newspaper or turn to TV news, instead preferring (keep) up to date by scrolling (滚屏) through their social feeds," said Yih-Choung Teh, Ofcom's group director for strategy and research. "And youngsters find news on social media to be less reliable, they rate these services more highly for serving up a range of (opinion) on the day's topical stories."

Nic Newman, a senior research associate at the Reuters institute for the Study of journalism, said the institute's own research (indicate) that TikTok was not used a platform for serious current affairs. "Even young people, mostly, don't see it as a platform for serious news. But they see it as good place to get news about celebrities or issues that are not about life and death. They will often use TikTok in combination with traditional news when something really big (happen) like the war in Ukraine," he said.

One day I got in a3 to the airport. We were driving in the right lane when a black car4 out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver5 the other car by just inches!

The driver of the black car, who almost caused a big6, started shouting at us. My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. He was really7. So I asked, "Why? That guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the8!"

That was when my taxi driver taught me what I now9 "The Law of the Garbage Truck". "He10 that many people are like garbage Truck". They run around full of11. As their garbage12, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you.

Don't take it13. Don't take their garbage and14 it to other people. Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on. Love the people who treat us right and pray for the ones who don't.15 is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it!

At one point, all food colorings got their colors from natural sources. Insects and rocks were also often used as sources of food colorings. The natural world still remains a common source of many of today's commercial colorings.

Nowadays, scientists have also developed artificial (人造的) food colorings. These colorings have many advantages. For example, in many cases, it's less expensive to create colors artificially. In addition, with artificial food colorings, people can create especially bright colors or colors hard to find in nature, such as blue.

Whether food colorings come naturally or artificially, there are health and safety concerns about them. But they have been removed from the market due to health concerns, and some people thus try to avoid food colorings. However, avoiding food colorings can actually be quite difficult.

Many governments around the world limit the types of things that can be used in food colorings. And different countries have different labeling (贴标签) systems for food colorings, which allow people to be clear what food coloring it is. Many countries also make certain rules and laws to deal with adding and creating food colorings illegally.

A. All food colorings come from two sources.

B. Some food colorings are not good for our health.

C. Plants, like flowers, were very common examples.

D. Several food colorings were once recognised as safe.

E. As a result, artificial food colorings are widely used.

F. Measures thus have been taken for food colorings' safety.

G. At that time, candy makers used colorings to improve products' appearance.