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Imagine enjoying a beachfront barbecue with family, friends, or colleagues, complete with stunning ocean views and the sound of waves crashing in the background. We take care of every detail from start to finish, so all you have to do is show up and relax! Fresh grilled service! — You can now add beach games to any BBQ experience (details below).

Group BBQ Party Serves a minimum of 15 people

Perfect for large gatherings! Our group BBQ experience includes setup and cleanup, along with a variety of grilled meats, fresh salads, and sides. Also includes coolers with ice, beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach towels. $65.00 per adult, $35.00 per child. Includes a 2-hour BBQ session with setup and cleanup. $55 per additional hour.

Casual Beach BBQ Serves 10 to 12 people

Enjoy a laid-back beach BBQ with friends, complete with a full setup including extra space, beach chairs, umbrellas, and a cooler. The meal includes grilled burgers, hot dogs, grilled vegetables, potato salad, lemonade, and a sweet treat for dessert. Perfect for a relaxed day at the beach.

Formal Beach BBQ Serves 4 to 10 people

Looking for something more upscale? This option is perfect for you! Includes a setup with a low-rise table, a selection of gourmet grilled dishes, fresh flowers, and cleanup. Ideal for business meetings or special occasions. Tips not included and should go directly to your BBQ expert.

Beach Birthday BBQ Serves 2 to 18 people

In addition to our signature birthday cake, we offer a variety of grilled meats, fresh salads, chips, lemonade, and water, plus cookies and brownies for dessert. When you arrive at your beach spot, one of our BBQ experts will have everything set up and ready for you. Includes a 2-hour BBQ for 2 with setup and cleanup. Add up to 16 additional guests. $55 per additional hour. $55 per additional guest. Max 18 guests.

At 7:30 a. m. on Christmas Eve, Ivy White got a call from an unknown number. "Hi. You don't know me, but I have your brother." It was Sha' Kyra Aughtry, a Buffalo resident who had rescued Ivy's brother, Joey White, amid the deadly winter storm.

Joey, then 64, was mentally disabled. Before the storm hit the city, Ivy called Joey and instructed him not to leave his group home where he lives. But as Buffalo's worst blizzard(暴风雪)in almost 50 years struck the city, Joey ventured outside.

It's unclear what purpose Joey had for leaving home. He braved the snowstorm and walked a considerable distance before finally stopping outside Aughtry's house, just seven-minute drive from the North Park Theatre, where he had worked as a janitor since 1980. Before the blizzard hit, the theater's manager had called Joey, telling him not to come to work. However, Joey was used to following a routine, and even during the pandemic when the theater was closed, he had shown up several times.

At around 6:30 a.m., Aughtry noticed a man standing helplessly in front of a snowbank from her balcony. He was crying out in pain. Aughtry went downstairs and tried to communicate with him, but he was too frightened to speak, continuing to shout uncontrollably. Aughtry had no choice but to return home and call her husband. Together, they went into the storm once more. After Aughtry spoke to him gently, assuring him he was safe, Joey's cries softened, and began to calm down. With steady hands and reassuring words, Aughtry and her husband carefully guided him through the snow, step by step, until they finally brought him into the warmth of their home.

When they got back home, they carefully examined the poor old man's condition. Having wandered in the storm, he was totally wet and couldn't help trembling, his clothes frozen hard, his fingers and toes frozen numb without sensation. It was unclear how the man had managed to walk so far in the blizzard, but it was obvious he was terrified. No matter how they tried to ask him questions, he couldn't utter a single word.

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"We should warm him up fast," said Aughtry.

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"It is a phone number that he said," one of the boys said.

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Dear fellow schoolmates,

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The Students' Union

The London Book Fair (LBF), one of the world's premier publishing events, opened on Tuesday,(highlight) China's publishing achievements, global collaborations, and growing influence in the industry. Running through Thursday, the fair(expect) to draw more than 30,000 publishing(professional) and over 1,000 exhibitors from around the world.

"Book fairs like this and working with publishers globally, including those from China,(be) essential for sharing knowledge," said Martin Liu, chief operating officer and publisher at LID Publishing. His London-based company is responsible for the English edition of The Power of Time, a Chinese publication.

Liu noted that after the book's launch, he and his colleagues were "amazed" by the(diverse) and world-class quality of books from China, emphasizing that Chinese publishers played crucial role in bringing Chinese literature and ideas to global readers.

At the China stand, more than 50 Chinese publishers and book trade companies were showcasing over 4,000 high-quality publications. The three-day event featured(approximate) 40 activities, including book launches, copyright signings, and reader seminars, underlining China's commitment promoting international literary dialogues. Yang Hao, author of Diablo's Boys, expressed excitement ahead of her book's English edition launch added that despite language differences, the essence of the book remains undamaged.

Amid the evolving global publishing landscape, Richard Charkin, former president of the International Publishers Association, told Xinhua, "The publishing industry has a responsibility(act) a gatekeeper of quality information in an era when the reliability of information is increasingly being challenged."

The pouring rain outside mirrored the3 within Ken's heart. He4 through his backpack, only to find that his phone was as5 as his vehicle. As darkness fell, he had no choice but to step out into the6, making his way to a distant light in the nearby cottage.

Ken knocked on the door, and it soon opened to7 Ella, a kind elderly woman. After Ken explained his difficult situation, a look of8 and understanding registered on Ella's face. When Ken's story was9, she10 offered food and shelter to him, promising her husband John would help him11 his car the next morning.

Owing a debt of gratitude, Ken accepted the offer. That night, he enjoyed a dinner that was12 but as rich in the spirit of hospitality as it was in flavor. For the first time after his journey had taken a turn for the worse, Ken felt a sense of13.

The next morning, as promised, Ella's husband managed to help14 Ken's car from its muddy prison. It hit Ken that his journey was not just about the physical distance he covered, but also about the15 he made. With a renewed sense of purpose, Ken continued on, ready to embrace whatever lay ahead.

Before I landed in Canada, I had known I would face a lot of problems. It happened especially when it came to figuring out how to fix it or make the necessary adjustments here. I wasn't able to communicate with people so easily because the accent here in Canada wasn't familiar to me. That directly contributed to my hesitation in talking with people around me. Besides, the fear of making mistakes was killing my desire to give it another try.

To break through these difficulties, I realized that I had to actively engage with the local environment and the diverse community around me. When I first came to TRU, I met with national and international students, talked to them about our culture, like how our interactions happened, the way we communicated, and the traditions we were keeping. I started to observe people, including how they talked, their expressions, intonation, stress, vocabulary, and the way they used phrases in conversations. I also started to talk with my friends in English. I persisted increasingly to gradually adapt to and feel at ease with the new language, culture, tradition and all the aspects that required my adjustments.

Nothing is impossible to achieve. All you need to do to achieve a goal is hard work, practice and not feeling shy when you're making a mistake. I am learning a lot by making lots of mistakes. Now mistakes don't bother me anyway.

A. This was a big challenge for me.

B. However, I was still at a loss sometimes.

C. From all this I have learned a vital lesson.

D. But things still went beyond my expectation.

E. Canadians use different intonation and stress.

F. I realized that I should get accustomed to it with all my might.

G. Those long conversations were growing up my confidence level.

A study in Nature suggests that while destroying digital aliens might seem unrelated to distinguishing between words, such action video games may help children at risk for developmental dyslexia—a genetic language disorder that makes processing words difficult — by improving their ability to perceive spoken words and sounds.

In the study, 79 prereading children with family histories of dyslexia took several language tests, including listening for differences in made-up words — a task that can be challenging for dyslexic people. The kids were then split into four groups. One played Space Invaders Extreme 2, a second played a non-action video game, a third attended speech therapy, and a fourth received no intervention. Gamers played four times a week for 45 minutes each over a month and a half, and those in speech therapy attended 45-minute sessions twice weekly over about four months.

By the end of the trial more than 80 percent of the Space Invaders players were significantly better at the word-identification task than before, and they showed greater improvements than any of the other three groups. The researchers aren't sure why scores on the other language tests did not improve notably — but they say that this finding could be valuable. "If we can target these small cognitive functions before children are older and lose some brain plasticity, then perhaps we can treat aspects of dyslexia before they've fully formed," says Simone Gori, co-author of the study.

Dyslexia often goes untreated in Italy's overburdened public health and school systems, says Marilu Tempini, a behavioral neurologist at the University of California. She hopes to see larger future studies conducted in other languages as well. "Eyes are an extension of the brain," she says, "so when we play video games, it's directly connected to our cognitive function-and there is so much research potential there."

The new study traced back to 2007 when Jean-Aimé Rakotoarisoa and a group of researchers created the Madagascar Genetic and Ethnolinguistic project to study the long-debated question of the ancestry of the Malagasy, the island's major native ethnic group. Though Madagascar is located about 425 kilometers off the east coast of Africa, the Malagasy language is similar to the Austronesian languages spoken 7,000 kilometers across the Indian Ocean. There's long been a question about when and how people came to Madagascar, and how they influenced the large-bodied animals, including giant lemurs, elephant birds and turtles.

Between 2007 and 2014 the team traveled to 257 villages around the island. They collected saliva (唾液) samples and musical, linguistic, and other social science data. In the new study, the scientists genetically analyzed the saliva and used a computer program to model Malagasy ancestry and estimate how it changed over generations.

They found the modern Malagasy population is descended from a small ancestral Asian population. By 1,000 years ago, this small group had made it to the island. Other studies have found that at the same time, the population of Madagascar exploded and that the lifestyle of the people changed as well. Before, humans had lived alongside animals and hunted in small groups. Then, they built large settlements, planted rice, and grazed cattle in the field, archaeological evidence shows. The researchers believe the population growth and these changes, paired with a hotter and drier climate, likely led to the disappearance of the giant creatures. The researchers agree the timing lines up, give or take 100-years, but they believe the changing climate played less of a role.

Understanding humans' role in the Madagascar extinction is urgent today, especially as modern giants such as elephants and rhinoceroses are threatened. We need to know what causes major changes, so we can save ourselves from a potentially terrible future.

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For too long, professionals have outlined what autism is by looking at how it appears through visible behavior but have overlooked what those with autism experienced in life. This talk will center on this unnoticed side of autism and support you and/or others going through autistic burnout.

Join Dr. Riordan to learn about neuroscience around autism and burnout, exploring features of autism that lead to burnout. Obtain a deeper understanding of the physical and emotional impact this condition has, as well as practical approaches to supporting autistic individuals during recovery.

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It was the day of the school's art exhibition. Students from various classes had been preparing their artworks for weeks. The exhibition hall was filled with many paintings, sculptures, and handicrafts, each one carefully crafted and placed to display the students' best efforts. The walls seemed to come alive with colors and shapes, as the morning sunlight streamed through the high windows, casting a warm light over the displays.

Miss Smith, the art teacher, was walking around, admiring the students' wonderful work. Suddenly, she noticed that Jack, one of her most talented students, was standing alone in front of his painting, looking rather depressed. His painting, which was usually filled with lively colors and unique perspectives(视角), seemed dull and unfinished today. The edges were rough, and the colors seemed to mix together without the usual harmony.

Miss Smith went over and gently asked Jack what the matter was. Jack hesitated, and then admitted that he had been going through a tough time lately. His parents were pressuring him to focus more on academics and were considering making him quit art classes. This had been weighing heavily on his mind, and he had lost his inspiration. He had spent many sleepless nights wondering how to balance his love for art with his parents' expectations.

Miss Smith understood the situation all too well. She knew Jack had a real gift for art and didn't want to see him give up so easily. She told Jack that she would talk to his parents and try to make them understand his passion. She told stories of famous artists who had faced similar challenges but had gone on pursuing their dreams. She also showed Jack some sketches(素描)she had made when she was young and had faced doubts about her own artistic path. Jack's eyes widened slightly as he saw the familiar struggles in his teacher's past works.

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Jack and his parents walked onto the award stage, happy and proud.

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Greenery Club Volunteers Wanted

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Greenery Club

In East China's Anhui province, a 2-meter-wide alley separates a pair of gray walls. At first glance it may seem insignificant., to those who know its history, Liuchi Alley in Tongcheng symbolizes much more than its initial appearance would suggest.

In the Qing Dynasty, there were two families both with (influence)members within the court of Emperor Kangxi. To the south was the Zhang family and to the north was the Wu family. But the two families had a fierce quarrel (result)from the disagreement over the boundary between their houses. Unable to resolve it locally, the Zhangs asked their family member Zhang Ying, a trusted top official in the emperor's court, help. Zhang called for them to step back 1 meter from the boundary instead of (back)them, which moved the two families so much that both did exactly that. A 2-meter-wide alley between the houses serving as the boundary (bear)with the name Liuchi Alley, which originated from the Mandarin word for six and chi — a traditional Chinese unit of (long)that corresponds to one-third of a meter.

Nowadays, Liuchi Alley, one of the most famous (attraction)in Tongcheng, stands as a model of harmonious and respectful neighbor relations in China, illustrates the ancient wisdom of conflict resolution, inspiring people (address)problems properly and foster a harmonious social environment.

One day, when her baby was about three months old, her whole family went out to a restaurant with baby necessities. When they stepped out of the car, the baby needed to2 again. Since they were all exhausted, they piled into the restaurant3.

The family was messy and loud. While nursing the baby, Berne saw him moving restlessly and4 he'd start crying any moment. As it was really5, she started to feel hopeless and became a little6.

Then, her unsung7 showed up: an older woman. Berne8 she would say how cute the baby was, but the woman9 her. She first said, "What a(n)10 family." Looking at the children sitting quietly, she added, "It' s not11 to sit at a table for a long time."

Finally, she12 Berne and said kindly, "Look at you, mom. You're doing such a good job." With these words, she left with a smile.

Nearly 10 years later, Berne is still moved by the woman's13. She always treasures that14. It was the woman's compliment (赞美) that made her, someone who sometimes felt invisible then, feel15 and valued during such a challenging time.

Looking to find that perfect book? Whether you're an enthusiastic reader or just hopping onto the reading train, choosing a good book to read can be a challenging task, especially with so many books to choose from.! We've got the best tips and tricks for picking out what you'll read next.

Read books by your favorite author (s)

Reach for a book you know you'll like because of the author. If you're an enthusiastic reader, you probably have an author or two you absolutely adore. Check the works of your favorite author (s) to see what you haven't read.!

Reach for classics or award-winning books

. Narrow down your search by taking a look at classics or award-winning books. These books are considered notable for a reason, so pick one up to see if it's your cup of tea.

Sometimes the best way to pick a book is by phoning a friend. Reach out to a book-loving friend or family member to see if they've read anything good lately. Head over to a local bookstore or library and ask workers what they'd advise you to read.

Participate in a book club

Join or start a book club to discover new books. In a book club, you read, discuss, and analyze books of all genres (类型), topics, and preferences.. It also helps you make new friends, and gives you the chance to expand your personal library.

A. Ask for book recommendations

B. Seek suggestions from book lovers

C. Luckily, you've come to the right place

D. Being a member can motivate you to read

E. These unread titles may just be 5-star reads

F. You may find real drive to read in a book club

G. It's easy to feel confused when there are countless books to choose from

Such a contribution would add to the tens of millions of tons of electronic products the globe abandons annually. Cell phones, computers and other digital products often contain mercury (汞), lead or other poisons. When improperly disposed of, they can pollute air, water and soil. In 2022, about 78% of the world's e-waste end up in landfills or at unofficial recycling sites, where laborers risk their health to clean up rare metals.

The AI boom (热潮) rapidly consumes data storage devices and high-performance components, which are usually replaced when new versions are available. To calculate the e-waste contribution, researchers examined hardware use, lifespan, and the industry's growth rate. Their prediction is an estimate that could change based on various factors.

This study's biggest value comes from its attention to AI's broad environmental impacts, says Shaolei Ren, a researcher at the University of California, Riverside. "We might want AI companies to slow down a bit," he says.

Few countries mandate (强制) the proper disposal of e-waste, and those that do often fail to carry out their existing laws on it. Twenty-five U. S. states have e-waste management policies, but there is no federal law that requires electronics recycling.

Thankfully, some companies claim to be taking independent action. Microsoft and Google have committed to reaching net zero waste and net zero emissions respectively by 2030. They have many options to limit e-waste. It's possible to squeeze more life out of servers, for instance, through regular maintenance and updates or by shifting worn-out devices to less-intensive applications. These strategies are vital to reduce e-waste and benefit society, the study authors estimate.

For this new translation, Palma aimed to stick to Dante's terza rima rhyme pattern. In the original, the first and third lines rhyme, and the second line sets up the rhyme for the next group. Here's how Palma's version of Canto 1 of Purgatorio starts: "Right now, my small boat of wisdom raises its sails, ready to sail through the dangerous waters and leave this rough sea behind."

Approaching the translation this way is challenging as one can't focus on just three lines at a time. Many English translations use free poetry or a looser rhyme, which Palma admits can be good. But he believes not reproducing the rhymes means losing much of the poem's sound and music. He also thinks it fails to show readers what Dante did.

Palma isn't the first to attempt this. So, what's the value in another translation of The Divine Comedy? Joseph Luzzi, a literature professor, said translation is a form of autobiography, which has no fixed rules.

Luzzi recently published his translation of Dante's Vita Nuova, a less-known work. It portrays a young Dante's experience. In these works, themes like love, the exploration of human nature, and the pursuit of self-improvement arc noticeable. Translating his work keeps it alive, and its relevance is clear.

We can learn from these translations and discussions that literature has the power to connect different times and cultures. It encourages us to think deeply, explore different ways of expression, and continuously improve our understanding and appreciation of the world.

The local tea-related culture is deeply rooted. The Blang people believe that everything has a soul and should leave nature undisturbed, preserving sustainable tea-farming practices. They have been avoiding the use of weed killers. Jingmai's closely managed lands may seem wild compared to other tea plantations worldwide. A vibrant vegetation (植被) carpets the forest floor, creating a rich habitat for animals and helping the soil keep essential moisture. The areas are separated to prevent the spread of diseases and pests.

In the early 2000s, the Chinese government's investment in rural infrastructure, like new roads and electricity, brought new opportunities to Jingmai Mountain. However, as the area developed, some problems emerged, such as deforestation by some villagers. In response, local leaders took action quickly. They called for the protection of the forests and traditional tea-growing methods.

Around 2010, the local community and the government united to apply for World Heritage status. Eventually, UNESCO formally recognized Jingmai Mountain as a World Heritage site, an honor reserved for places that provideidiosyncratic cultural value. It is the only site related to tea cultivation. To protect this precious area, the government built a stone-paved road to prevent destruction of the tea' s aroma (香气).

Today, tea is the backbone of the region's economy, contributing 90% of the local income. The younger generation promotes Jingmai tea through modern means like livestreaming. The conservation and development of Jingmai Mountain's tea heritage not only safeguard its unique natural and cultural features but also ensure its long-term prosperity.

The university and local enterprises have worked together to introduce a variety of programs to assist students in finding suitable jobs.

Not sure where to begin? Visit the university's career center website. There, you can access a wealth of programs and resources to help students build skills, find jobs, or explore career paths.

Research Assistant

Work alongside professors on cutting-edge research projects in your field of study. This position offers hands-on experience, the opportunity to enhance your academic knowledge, and build valuable connections with professors.

Who qualifies: Second-year or higher undergraduates (本科生) in relevant majors. Research method and data collection skills preferred.

Campus Event Organizer

Help plan and perform various campus events, from academic workshops to cultural festivals. This role allows you to exhibit your creativity, leadership, and organizational skills.

Who qualifies: 18-year-old or older students from all majors. Event planning or student organization experience is a plus.

Tutoring Assistant

Provide academic support to fellow students in subjects you are good at. This is a great way to reinforce (巩固) your own knowledge while helping others.

Who qualifies: Undergraduates with a 3.0+ GPA in the tutoring subject. Strong communication and teaching skills required.

Social Media Management Intern (实习生)

Work with the university's marketing department or local startups to manage their social media platforms. Gain practical experience in digital marketing, content creation, and audience engagement.

Who qualifies: Marketing, communication or related majors. Familiarity with major social media platforms and basic graphic design skills beneficial.