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Chinese characters are so (amaze) that even many foreigners are crazy about them. In the past three decades, Richard Sears (focus) on one thing: telling many stories behind Chinese characters. His interest in Chinese language and characters dates back to 1972. He built a website in 2002 and named it Chinese Etymology (词源), provides visitors with opportunities to check the development of Chinese characters in a variety of forms for free. Because of this well-received website, he became Uncle Hanzi, a nickname (昵称) which (give) by Chinese netizens.

In September, Sears set up (he) studio in Nanjing as part of the local government's plan to promote Chinese culture. (help) both Chinese and foreign learners have a better understanding of Chinese characters, the studio tells stories behind Chinese characters the aid of technology. They have made over 60 videos in English with Chinese subtitles for Bilibili, a popular video website among young people.

(watch) the videos not only brings fun but also makes people know more about Chinese characters, leaving them a deep (impress). With the tireless efforts of people like Richard Sears and the government's support, more people will appreciate the beauty of Chinese characters (full).

Then, last February, I was invited by my friends to go6 in Colorado. My first response was to7. I didn't want to get on a plane, fasten sticks on my feet or slide down a mountain. The mere thought of meeting new people8 me. But I had a sense that this journey might be the brilliant sunlight I9 needed. I finally agreed.

The first day, I was10 with Peter, an experienced coach. He sensed my fear, patiently removing it with a smile and jokes. I was absolutely terrified of11 myself, but his gentle encouragement kept me going. Then he said something that made me nod in recognition, "Jill, fear12 everything." Peter was talking about skiing, about how your muscles13 when you are afraid, often causing you to fall. And it's particularly true in life as well. When you permit fear to prevent you from doing what you love, life stops. With Peter's words in mind, I kept practicing.

By the end of the day, I'd improved enough to fly down hills that had scared me, a bright smile on my face and tears in my eyes. Tears were not from the cold but from14. I'd faced my fears on the mountain, and I knew15 the rest wouldn't be far behind.

Plan ahead and prepare. Arranging an-outdoor activity is necessary for leaving no trace and it makes the trip more enjoyable.. For example, if you weren't prepared for rain while camping, you might need to construct a structure out of natural materials, thereby impacting the landscape.

Leave what you find. Allow others a sense of discovery, and preserve (保护) the past. Leave rocks, plants, animals, and other objects as you find them. You especially shouldn't touch or move native species away from the location, or you may possibly harm their habitats or spread them to non-native locations.

Respect wildlife. Quick movements and loud noises cause stress for animals. They observe wildlife distantly to avoid disturbing (打扰) them. Keep garbage and food away from animals so they will not develop bad habits. They know the importance of keeping wildlife wild.

. Pack it in; pack it out. This simple yet effective saying encourages visitors to take their rubbish home with them. It makes sense to carry out of the wilderness the extra materials taken there by your group or others. Examine your campsite and accept the challenge of packing out all the rubbish and leftover food.

A. Deal with waste properly.

B. Take care of other visitors.

C. They drive animals sway from their habitats.

D. Thoughtful campers usually know the do's and don'ts well.

E. Leave nature be and take photos or appreciate it in the distance.

F. Poor planning may cause unexpected damage to the environment.

G. Thousands of such cases, however, affect the outdoor experience for all.

With the 2024 Olympics Games underway in Paris, new environmental efforts are coming into play. Observers will sit on chairs made of plastic recycled from local bins. This decision was made due to a lack of unused raw materials to make new seats, so the eco-construction firm Le Pave turned to make the seats out of waste. Around 11,000 seats will be made from recycled materials.

The plastic collection for Paris 2024 has been carried out in the region's schools, and over five million coloured bottle caps have been recovered. Moreover, 80% of the 100 tons of recycled plastic needed to make the seats come from the yellow bins collections. This is all part of the Paris 2024 "zero waste" strategy to limit single-use plastic usage and encourage a circular (循环的) economy.

The Olympic Games organizers are planning to make the Paris 2024 Games the greenest Olympic Games yet. They intend to employ acarbon-neutral approach that will reduce the climate impact of the Games by avoiding, reducing and balancing emissions and encouraging others to get involved. The Summer Games have emitted 3.6 million tons of carbon emissions in previous years. The Paris 2024 Games has set a carbon budget of 1.5 million tons which includes the emissions from construction, transportation and operations of the Games.

These plans are ambitious but are achievable. If Paris 2024 successfully reduces emissions and promotes a circular economy, it might set the standard for future Olympic and Paralympic Games, regardless of where they are held.

The machine uses cameras and sensors (传感器) to sense its environment. It is able to recognize (辨认出) traffic lights which traditional guide dogs are unable to recognize. The robot can communicate by listening to and speaking with a blind person. The robot also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recognize voices and plan ways to go from place to place.

The robot dog is about the size of an English bulldog but a little wider than a real dog. It has six legs instead of four because the researchers say the extra legsenhanceits safety, making its movements smoother.

41-year-old Li Fei and 42-year-old Zhu Sibin are among the people with eye problems who are helping the Jiao Tong University team. They are testing the dog using Chinese-language instructions and providing their feedback (反馈) for the researchers to further develop the dog.

Li is completely blind while Zhu has little eyesight. Li normally uses a walking stick to walk. He said, "If this robot guide dog comes onto the market and I could use it, at least it could solve some of my problems in traveling alone."

Robot guide dogs are also under development in Australia and Britain. But China needs a lot of traditional guide dogs. There are just over 400 guide dogs in China for nearly 20 million blind people.

Many workplaces, restaurants and public areas do not welcome a usual guide dog like a Labrador. The supply of real dogs is limited (限制) by feeding and training needs. The production of robot guide dogs could be increased to an industrial level, especially in a center of making industry like China. The researchers think there could be a large market for robot dogs as there might be tens of millions of people in the world who need guide dogs.

But surprisingly, with the loss of his legs, Leykin gained a new passion for racing. Before his accident, he wasn't really that athletic. He would just occasionally play basketball. But that all changed after he was introduced to hand cycling. "When I saw it, I was like, ‘Oh, this is great. You don't even need legs to use it. This is perfect.'" he said. "So, I got on it, I rode and fell in love with it right away."

Within a few months, he completed the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, a 40-mile ride through New York City. After that, he did his first marathon in 2021. He fished that race in 2 hours and 11 minutes, placing 12th out of 38.

"I'm going to attend this year's marathon and take on challenges. My hands are on the wheel, my eyes are focused, and I think my time is going to speak for itself." he said. He's made a significant commitment to training. He hand cycles at least 13.1 miles a couple times a week and spends a lot of time in the gym.

And he plans to keep pursuing his athlete goals. He wants to complete the Abbott Six-the world's six largest marathons. One day, he said, he'll maybe even make the Paralympics.

For those who might be following his journey, he hopes they will take some lessons from his story. "There will be ups and downs but the trend is what's important. Focus on the good," he said. "And also, take your big problems and split them into small solutions. And then all of a sudden, your big problems turn into many small wins."

The Carlow Autumn Walking Festival is a great opportunity for the beginner, experienced or advanced walker to enjoy the challenges of Carlow's mountain hikes or the peace of its woodland walks.

Walk 1 — The Natural World

With environmentalist Éanna Lamhna as the guide, this walk promises to be an informative tour. Walkers are sure to learn lots about the habitats and natural world of the Blackstairs.

Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 09:00

Start Point: Scratoes Bridge

Walk Duration: 6 hours

Walk 2 — Introduction to Hillwalking

Emmanuel Chappard, an experienced guide, has a passion for making the great outdoors accessible to all. This mountain walk provides an insight into the skills required for hillwalking to ensure you get the most from future walking trips.

Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 09:00

Start Point: Deerpark Car Park

Walk Duration: 5 hours

Walk 3 — Moonlight Under the Stars

Walking at night-time is a great way to step out of your comfort zone. Breathtaking views of the lowlands of Carlow can be enjoyed in the presence of welcoming guides from local walking clubs. A torch (手电筒) along with suitable clothing is essential for walking in the dark. Those who are dressed inappropriately will be refused permission to participate.

Date and Time: Saturday, 1st October, at 18:30

Start Point: The Town Hall

Walk Duration: 3 hours

Walk 4 — Photographic Walk in Kilbrannish Forest

This informative walk led by Richard Smyth introduces you to the basic principles of photography in the wild. Bring along your camera and enjoy the wonderful views along this well-surfaced forest path.

Date and Time: Sunday, 2nd October, at 11:45

Start Point: Kilbrannish Forest Recreation Area

Walk Duration: 1.5 hours