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Many people suspect the effectiveness of body language.  The following is a list of popular myths(谬论) and misconceptions. 

Myth 1: Faking body language is not OK.

Faking is part of human's way of life and people seem to be always fascinated with any method that allows them to fake when they need it. Is that wrong? The truth is there is no harm in trying. The ultimate aim with body language is to improve the overall quality of the communication and allow you to get what you want. As selfish as this may sound, this is what everybody is after.  If you find that a particular technique works for you, go ahead and use it. 

Myth 2:You can spot a lie through body language.

Over the years there have been many claims that certain non-verbal signals indicate that a person is lying. These gestures and non-verbal signals are now well-known, such as touching the nose and covering the mouth. However, some researchers have found that these signals don't directly indicate that someone is lying.  Pressure doesn't necessarily mean that the person is lying; it is only a signal among others. 

Myth 3:

For a long time, presentation coaches on body language seem to have been advising people that holding their hands behind them is a sign of power.  Hence, putting hands behind you with an intention to show off your power is a myth. Generally, when hands are hidden from view, people become mistrustful of you because they cannot see what you are doing or holding. 

A. There is no point in denying it. 

B. Body language is specific to culture. 

C. All they indicate is that someone is stressed. 

D. Research shows that most people find it wrong. 

E. Putting your hands behind your back shows power. 

F. The question is whether it is possible to fake body language. 

G. This negative view towards body language is often due to myths. 

The road to a Nobel Prize, the most respected scientific award in the world, is growing ever longer, with almost half of winners now waiting more than 20 years from making a Nobel-worthy discovery to receiving the prize. 

One analysis shows that the average time between publishing the work and receiving one of the science prizes has nearly doubled in the past 60 years. Across the three science prizes, chemistry now has the longest "Nobel lag"-an average of 30 years over the past decade -and physiology or medicine has the shortest, at 26 years.

Alfred Nobel's will stated that the prizes should be awarded "to those who, during the previous year, shall have given the greatest benefit to mankind. "In reality this has only happened a few times. But in the first half of the twentieth century, it was common for Nobel prize winners to be in their 30s -and that is unheard of now, says Santo Fortunato, now a computational social scientist at Indiana University.

There are a number of possible reasons for this, says Yian Yin, a computational social scientist at Comell University. It could be that the overall number of breakthroughs is increasing each year, so awards cannot keep up with the number of people who deserve to be recognized, he says. It is also the case that the importance of some works, which Yin describes as "sleeping beauties" are only realized years or decades later. Besides, the lengthening gap could be a sign that there has been a decrease in "disruptive" science -important studies or discoveries that change the paradigm( 范 式 )of their field. This could be causing the Nobel committees to focus more on the past.

Fortunato points out that, if the gap continues to grow, outstanding scientists could miss out on the award owing to the Nobel Committee's rule banning posthumous prizes(追授奖项) . "It has to stop at some point, "he says, adding that a rethink of the posthumous-awarding ban would allow more people's work to get the recognition that it deserves.

In1921, Karel Capek's play R. U. R:Rossum's Universal Robots had its first public performance in Prague, and was translated into English the following year. He needed a name for the factory-produced humanoid workers of the story, and was thinking of coining something based on the word "labour". But his brother Josef suggested an old Czech word for "forced labour", robota. And the word "robot" was born.

If the Capeks had known English, they might have chosen one of the words with relevant senses that were already in the language. "Automaton" had been available since the 17th century and "android" since the 18th. But the clear sound of "robot" seemed to capture the public imagination, because within five years it was being used not only for intelligent artificial beings but for any machine capable of carrying out a complex set of movements.

In science fictions(小说), the word took on new life, with writers such as Isaac Asimov writing well-regarded novels in which robots played a central role. It was these writers who first shortened "robot" to "bot", but none of them could have expected the explosion of usages which arrived in the 1990s, as the shortened word came to be adopted in computing. Today, a bot is any piece of software that runs an automated task, such as in searching the Internet or playing computer games. It has also become a suffix(后缀) , with the function of the "bot" explained in the other part of the word, as in searchbot, infobot, spybot and warbot.

As early as 1923, George Bernard Shaw had applied the word "robot" to people who act automatically, without thinking or emotion, usually because of the repetitive work they have to do. Now anyone having automaton-like behaviour risks attracting the label. A movie star called Samantha who has taken on the same type of character too many times might have her roles described as "Samanthabots. "And in 2009"Obamabots"arrived -people who support Barack Obama without really knowing anything about him.

Have you ever wondered what happens to your mobile phones and laptops after you throw them out to make way for a newer model? According to its latest Global E-Waste Monitor, India is the third top producer of e-waste in the world. E-waste in Indian landfill goes on to pollute soil and groundwater, affecting food supply systems and water sources. 

Thankfully, the country has a new group of artists who are changing these thrown mechanical items-from mobile phones to old televisions-into large murals( 壁 画 )and artworks to creatively show their concern for the waste problem. 

Over the past quarter of a century, Mumbai's Haribaabu Naatesan has transformed hundreds of tonnes of e-waste into art, integrating elements from nature and industry. "I get my waste material from friends. relatives and neighbours who know my interest in e-art and send me bags of thrown electronic appliances, "says Naatesan. Over his career, he has created huge murals for several companies. He has also showed his work at the India Art Fair, as well as several other national displays.

Another artist Vishwanath Davangere has also long worked with e-waste. He likes to take apart old laptops and reassemble(重新组装)them into birds, animals and plants. After retirement, he started pursuing this hobby more seriously and started selling his creations across the world. His most outstanding works include a robotic Egyptian statue with glowing red eyes and a Milky Way made from keyboard keys. He hopes to enable others to reconsider their own consumption habits and make more environmentally conscious choices. 

"By giving e-waste a second chance, I aim to raise awareness about the environmental impact of electronic waste."says Davangare, who today has a collection of more than 600 eco-art objects.

California is home to some of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the country. Suppose you want to appreciate unique landscapes and native plants, this post has what you need to experience in the Golden State. 

San Francisco Botanical Garden

Located in the Golden Gate Park, this garden is home to over 9, 000 types of plants. It has 55 acres of walking paths and streams where families, couples, and solo travelers can escape from the noise of the city. It offers attractive florals(植物群)during every season of the year. 

California Botanic Garden

It's the largest botanic garden devoted to California-native plants. As a living museum, the California Botanic Garden features over 22, 000 California-native plant species, many of which are endangered species. The garden offers guided walks and tours for visitors who want a behind-the-scenes look at the garden and its many beautiful species. 

UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley

This garden features the most diverse landscapes in the world. It has over 10, 000 types of plants. The plant collections here are impressive; visitors can wander for hours and still find new plants to admire. Special events are hosted there throughout the year, including plant sales and summer camps for kids. 

San Diego Botanic Garden

This coastal California botanic garden has 4 miles of trails and ocean views and features over 5,000 plant species. Among 29 uniquely themed gardens on-site, the bamboo garden collection is a must-see. With over 100 species within the living collection of bamboo, guests can experience many distinctive eco-friendly plants up close. 

If exploring the botanical gardens in California is on your to-do list, don't wait any longer!

We're confident this collection of must-see outdoor gardens will entertain, amaze, and inspire you. 

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Chinese wine culture has along and rich history, dating back thousands of years. One of the most famous traditional Chinese  (wine) is Baijiu, which is made from grains such as rice and wheat. People often drink it during important celebrations. Another popular type of Chinese wine is Huangjiu, also(know) as yellow wine. Huangjiu is a fermented(发酵的) rice wine and has a(soft) taste compared to Baijiu. It is(common) used in cooking and is a popular ingredient in traditional Chinese dishes. Huangjiu is also enjoyed a drink, with different varieties and flavors available across different areas of China.

In Chinese culture, wine is often associated with toasting(祝酒),is an important gesture in Chinese wine culture and helps to create a warm and(harmony) atmosphere. Furthermore, wine is often used in traditional Chinese medicine. Certain types of wine(believe) to have health benefits and are used for medicinal purposes. In recent years, imported wines, particularly red wine,(gain) popularity among Chinese. Wine appreciation and wine-tasting events have become increasingly common,(provide) opportunities for both locals and foreigners to learn and experience different wine cultures.

Many people dream of the moment when they will walk across their college graduation stage to accept the diploma(毕业证书), which they've worked so hard for. And in Alfonso Gonzales' case, that moment was extra 1 . Although at the age of 96, Gonzales2 , not walked, across the stage, the moment was still everything he3 .As the entire crowd of staff, students and teachers erupted into4 , Gonzales raised his hand in 5 with a childlike smile that lit up the entire room.

It took Gonzales six6 to complete the degree he started out to finish. Actually he first started towards his7 as a zoology student in 1947. Later, however,8 became the center of attention and he began working with his brothers, so he never made time to actually attend his school's9 ceremony. Years later, when his niece tried to pick up the diploma for him, the family y was10 to learn that he was actually one credit short of graduation! The school, in response (作为回应),11 a one-credit course just for Gonzales so he could12 his degree. "I did this for my family," Gonzales said onstage at the graduation ceremony. "I did this to13 them to hold on to their dreams."

Gonzales earned his college degree from USC in 2007, making him the school's14 graduate. And after all that hard work, the new college graduate in the wheelchair had only one big15 after the ceremony: "I'm going to take a rest" he joked, "and I would like to say that's a well-deserved rest."

Team building activities can make a great difference when it comes to job satisfaction and organizational success. 

The following tips will make your teamwork together more effectively.

Set the team's goal

Studies have shown that teams s work better when each member is aware of the goal. Before the team sets up, have a meeting to create a list of the goals that can help reach the end goal.As a result, they will feel more involved, as they've been part of the whole process.

Solve problems immediately

Effective teambuilding requires an environment where problems are quickly dealt with. It's wise to send a management team for solving problems. Furthermore, according to one social experiment, a "bad apple" can ruin a whole team. So it might be important to ensure one team member isn't ruining the effort.Unfortunately, letting the person drop out of the team can be the only choice in certain cases.

It's useful to get the team from everyday surroundings and into somewhere unexpected. This can improve creativity， but also help build a closer relationship within the team. You could hold team meetings at a cafe, at the company lawn, or even at museums or amusement parks.

Bring humour to team work

The saying "Laughter is the best t medicine" definitely holds true in team building. Humor is a great way to relax team members. Bring humor to teamwork through fun cartoons, little jokes and even series of fun video clips.Too much humor can a take the focus away from the real work.

I am an anxious traveller. I arrive at t airports and. train stations extra early. I double-check all of my documents, feel butterflies in my stomach until I've arrived where I'm going. Non-anxious people laugh at me for being nervous. I used to feel bad about it, seeing it as unreasonable, weak. Not anymore now. I've learned to respect my anxiety.

Recently, I was driving along a country road at the start of a long trip that would mainly be on a large highway. I began feeling that something could go wrong. What if I run out of petrol? I worried, even though I still had plenty. So when I saw a petrol station just before the entrance to the highway, I decided to fill up. Just in case. And that's when I discovered that one of my front tyres was badly deflated(漏气的). If I'd taken no notice of my anxiety, the tyre would have blown on the highway. My planning ahead, even though it wasn't necessary, saved me from a possible disaster.

A growing number of psychologists are getting the message out that anxiety and other negative feelings have a role to pay in our lives. Psychologist Dennis-Tiwary thinks our cult re goes to extremes in demonizing (妖魔化) difficult emotions. She knows what it's like to be trapped by anxiety. "I remember a period at work when there was a lot going on," she says. Worries kept waking her up at 4 a.m. and it kept her from fang back to much-needed sleep.

Instead of trying to stop this unpleasant feeling, however, Dennis-Tiwary leaned    into it. "If you sit with the anxiety, you have an opportunity to learn from it," she says. "I usually write down two or three things I could do to solve it" The next day, she always s felt calmer.

But how do we manage anxiety before it takes control of us? According to Dennis-Tiwary, solutions include meditation(冥想), exercise, volunteering, and close contact with nature.

In the time before air-conditioning, southern China's sky wells played a key role in keeping people's homes cool. Could they do it again today?

A skywell, or "tian jing", is atypical characteristic of traditional homes in southern and eastern China. Different from a northern Chinese courtyard, or "yuan zi", a skywell is smaller and less open to the outdoor environment. Its size and design differ from place to place.

Skywells were designed to cool buildings at a time well before air-conditioning existed. When wind blows above a skywell house, it can enter the indoor space through the opening. Because outdoor air is often cooler than indoor air, the incoming wind travels down the walls to the lower stories and create airflows by replacing warmer indoor air, which rises and leaves through the opening.

Although skywell buildings have existed in China for hundreds of years, in recent times they have often been forgotten by people who prefer modern buildings. Over the past two decades, however, skywell buildings have been making a comeback.

Yu Youhong, 55, has spent more than 30 years restoring(修复) skywell homes in Wuyuan county of Jiangxi province, apart of the old Huizhou. One of the skywell homes restored by Yu is in the village of Yan, in Wuyuan county. The deserted 300-year-old house was bought by Edward Gawne, a former marketing director from the UK, and his Chinese wife, Liao Minx in, in 2015. The couple turned the three-storey house into a 14-room hotel with the help of Yu. They kept the spaces surrounding the sky wells in their original state: open and with natural airflow. Gawne says that even without air conditioning the skywell areas are very comfortable in summer.

Yu says he expects sky wells to be more and more popular among younger generations especially as sustainability(可持续性) becomes an important element for new buildings.

I finally climbed into bed at 1: 20 in the morning. My friends had helped me celebrate my 31st birthday in the basement apartment， where I lived.

Earlier in the day I had prepared for the unlikely event of a flood. We are about a third of a mile from the banks of the Ahr River. It had been raining buckets that week and the government had sent out a flood warning, though not for where I was. Still, I'd placed sandbags on the floor outside my garden door and put electronics on tables. "Silly bro!" My friends laughed at me for doing that, but I thought, why take a chance?

As I drifted off to sleep, I was awakened by the sound of rushing water, as if I were lying beside a waterfall. When I got off the bed, I was shocked that cold water was rising fast. In darkness, I grabbed my cellphone and turned on the flashlight. When I stepped out of the bedroom, I saw water shooting through the gaps of the door.

I began to panic. I knew I had to get out—fast! In bare feet, I started to make my way to the only escape: the door that led upstairs to the main floor. Finally I made it to the door and tried several times to-pull it open even just a little bit, but the rushing water shut it again. I looked around for anything I could use to keep it open. There in the corner was a coat rack(架子). I took it and, once again, opened the door, throwing the coat rack between the door and the frame(门框) to keep the door from shutting. Finally, I managed to make a gap just wide enough to squeeze(挤) through and make it into the hallway.

I leaped on to the stairs and ran outside. I stood there in the darkness, wet through. What was once a lovely street was now a waterscape, with floating ruins instead of people and cars. The river had drowned(淹没) the neighborhood!

These days, tourism is back in full swing. An increasing number of people prefer to take a break from big city life and start exploring those harder-to-reach towns.

Paraty, Brazil

Paray is a bays de town halfway between Rio and Sao Paulo. Here, life moves at the pace of a horse-and-cart moving across the road (no cars allowed in the historic Old Town). The boats in the harbor are not just there to look good. Pick your favorite and set sail for a deserted island beach nearby.

Avignon, France

One of the most recognizable historic towns is found in the south-eastern part of France. The Palace of the Popes here defines the city and is the city and is visible from a far. It once housed Europe's largest library, and became a hotbed for thinkers, philosophers, composers, and musicians. Now it is protected by UNESCO as a world heritage site. Four million tourists visit Avignon every year to explore the ancient architecture.

Sakrisoy and Reine, Norway

This pair of tiny finishing villages sit far, far north. Admittedly, they are a bit of pain to reach: The long (but beautiful!) journey there will require some combination of one or two fights, a bus or a boat. If you can make it that far, though, you'll be rewarded with some of the most impressive scenery on Earth. Look out across the mountains from the hike or enjoy the Northern Lights.

Old San Juan, US

The oldest settlement in the country was founded in the early 16th century. Today everything here is colorful: the houses differ in color and style and even the pavements are made of the blue bricks, making it a very attractive and amusing place.