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In mid-October 2025, a special tour titled "Discovering Shanxi's Ancient Chinese Architecture" brought overseas researchers, bloggers, international students and reporters to Shanxi, province known as the birthplace of Chinese civilization (文明).(support) by related departments and co-hosted by Shanxi Daily and China Daily's business development department, the group explored Taiyuan, Jinzhong, Linfen and Yuncheng,(experience) the province's thousand-year charm through cameras and words.

Shanxi has over 28,000 ancient(building), accounting for 10.6% of the national total, and 82.48% of China's pre-Yuan Dynasty(wood) structures. The journey began at Taiyuan's Jinci Museum, French blogger Mathieu Mylene described as "traveling back 1,000 years". In Jinzhong, the visitors explored Pingyao Ancient City and Rishengchang, China's first bank. They(amaze) by the ancient wisdom. In Linfen, the Taosi Relics Site presented a 4,000-year-old city and the world's earliest observatory (天文台), a "civilizational wonder" in the eyes of a Pakistani student. The final stop was Yuncheng, home the Haizhou Guandi Temple and Yongle Palace with its amazing 700-year-old murals (壁画).

Overseas visitors were deeply impressed by Shanxi's culture. Nigerian blogger Oluwabunmi Henry Jimoh planned(share) Guan Gong's spirit in Nigeria, while Irish blogger Luke O'Farrell gained a deeper understanding of Chinese cultural roots. Through this tour, Shanxi's rich heritage is crossing borders, letting the world(true) understand and appreciate this ancient land.

The family knew where their dogs were, but they couldn't3 their cat, Zac. Everyone was worried. A short time later, Laura heard a soft cry coming from under the house, in her sister's bedroom. Her heart felt4 — she knew it was Zac. The cat was5, and the water was still rising.

Laura's father6 her when she wanted to save Zac. He was7 that more water might rush into the house. They had to8.

Several hours later, the water began to9. Laura's father said they could cut a hole in the side of the10 and call Zac to come out. They hoped the cat still had enough11 to swim out.

It took about 3512 to encourage Zac to jump into the water and13 towards them. When she finally came out, the family quickly brought her inside. They14 her with some old towels and placed her near the15 to warm up. They also gave her some milk and cat food to help her regain (重获) energy.

Have a clear purpose in mind.

Are you gathering information in order to make an important decision, or looking for feedback on something you've done? Thinking about exactly what you want to achieve will help you get more satisfying answers. Ask yourself, "What do I hope to learn by asking this question?" This will help you organize the question more effectively.

Not everyone has the same feelings, experiences or expertise. If the answer you receive is to be of any use to you, it needs to come from an authoritative source. Address your question to someone who you think might be able to offer the answers you're looking for. You wouldn't ask your doctor how you can be a better listener during arguments.

Ask the question as soon as it comes to you.

It's usually best to get your question out there while it's still fresh on your mind. You'll also be given a chance to make key information clear before moving on to other concerns. In most cases, you can simply raise your hand or wait for a pause in the conversation to fire off your question.

A. Ask the right person.

B. Find out someone's thoughts or opinions.

C. That way, you won't forget it or feel shy about asking later.

D. Before you ask a question, consider what you hope to get by asking.

E. These types of questions also have a positive effect on relationships.

F. Ask someone who has a direct connection to the subject you're asking about.

G. Luckily, asking questions, like anything else, is a skill that can be developed.

A new lab study in AGU Advances, a well-known science journal, shows that shaking makes up only 1 to 8 percent of the energy an earthquake lets out. Up to 98 percent of that energy turns into heat instead. When big pieces of rock slide against each other, the friction (摩擦力) can make the ground temperature jump to over 1,700 degrees Celsius — hot enough to melt quartz and other minerals in the earth.

It's not easy to measure (测量) how much earthquake energy goes to shaking the ground, breaking rocks or heating up the earth quickly. This is because earthquakes start far below the earth's surface and happen at unexpected times. To learn about this energy distribution (分布), Daniel Ortega-Arroyo, a young researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and his team made tiny "lab earthquakes" in their lab. They recorded the breaking process under pressure. Even these small lab earthquakes got hot very fast. "It went from room temperature to over 900 degrees Celsius in a few milliseconds — super fast," Ortega-Arroyo says.

The researchers found that 68 to 98 percent of the energy from these lab earthquakes became heat. "This new research is very important because we still know little about where earthquake energy goes," says Rachel Abercrombie, an earthquake expert at Boston University who didn't join the study. "It's key to understanding earthquakes and making computer models for them." These models help us design anti-quake buildings and guess when a fault (断层) might break and how strong the next earthquake could be.

As China grows stronger and offers more opportunities, Chinese becomes a skill that opens doors. Learning Chinese has gradually become a global trend (趋势), with nearly 90 countries including the language in their national education systems. Even primary school students in Africa are now showing a strong interest. Many people want to learn Chinese, because they can use the language as a tool in areas like social economy and tourism. Many others would like to benefit from Chinese technology as well. And they can use the language as a bridge.

As demand grows, new learning methods and tools continue to appear. There are many interactive digital products that make learning easier and more interesting. Chinese cultural products are also pushing this wave. Short dramas, games and online novels from China are reaching wider audiences globally, raising fresh interest.

To meet this growth, companies and educators are developing new tools. One example is Wisdom House International Culture Communication Group, founded in China in 2011 and active across the Arab world. AI is also starting to play a role in Chinese language learning. Malikova said she often uses AI to polish essays or check whether her phrasing sounds natural. "Before, I always had to ask my Chinese friends," she said. "Now, with AI, I can solve many problems by myself."

Mr. Acharya was especially helpful with her studies. He often checked her notes and gave her advice patiently. His friendly personality and guidance made her school life easier and more enjoyable. But today was different. It was her birthday, and being far from family made her feel upset.

She sat quietly in the living room. Mrs. Acharya patted her head gently and served dinner. The food was delicious; but Sadhana still felt low. She tried to join the conversation and enjoy the meal, but her mind kept going back to her family. She thought about how, every year on her birthday, her mother cooked her favorite food, and her father took her for a nice long drive and bought her her favorite mango ice cream.

After dinner, Mrs. Acharya said, "I have a surprise for you — come with me." Curious, Sadhana followed her into the kitchen. On the counter, there was a beautiful mango cake. In the middle, bright letters read, "Happy Birthday, Sadhana." Sadhana's eyes widened in surprise. "You made this for me?" Mrs. Acharya nodded, "Yes, dear." Tears filled Sadhana's eyes as she hugged Mrs. Acharya tightly. "Thank you so much. This means a lot to me."

Mr. Acharya came in with a bottle of fresh mango juice. "To Sadhana, and to making great memories, even when far from home." They held up their glasses and cheered.

We walk for the landscapes, to reach a viewpoint, to find ourselves alone in the middle of nature or simply to "get some fresh air"… On this page we share with you our most beautiful hikes around the world as well as tips and tricks to prepare your next adventure.

Note: We're adding more content every week!

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Map of our hikes around the world

If you are looking for a hike in a particular region you can use the map below to see if we have already published something that might meet your expectations.

The distance between my grandson Leo and me had grown slowly but surely since he started high school. His world was now full of new friends, sports games, and the bright screen of his phone, which he looked at all the time. I felt like a background character in his life, a person he saw every day but only gave a quick nod to before rushing off.

The space between us grew wider one Tuesday afternoon. He had his friends over, and their loud laughter and talking filled the living room. Hoping to feel close to him again, I brought in a plate of his favorite cookies, still warm and soft. Seeing him so relaxed on the couch, I was hit by a strong memory of when he was small. I reached out and affectionately ran my fingers through his carefully styled hair. "Who's my favorite boy?" I asked, my voice soft.

The room went quiet at once. Leo moved back quickly, as if my touch was hot, his face turning a deep red. He pushed my hand away. "Grandma, stop it! It's so embarrassing!" he whispered, his voice tight and angry. A few laughs from his friends made my own face feel hot with shame. I said I was sorry quietly and walked out. The sound of their happy talking started again, and it made me feel like I was a joke to them.

A week later, on my birthday, I thought it would be a very quiet day. But I heard banging and mumbling from the kitchen. The scene there was a beautiful mess. Leo stood in the middle of it, with flour (面粉) dust on his clothes and a tired look on his face. He was staring sadly at a cake that was black on top and had sunk in the middle. He'd tried to make a birthday cake for me, but something had gone very wrong. "I followed the exact steps," he mumbled, his eyes looking wet, as he pointed to a recipe on his messy phone.

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2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Seeing his despair, I decided to help.

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As we put the finished cake on the table, he finally spoke.

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1.你的经历;

2.你的感受。

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Chinese food has become a fundamental part of American culture. This journey began in the mid-1800s Chinese immigrants arrived in the United States. At the time, America lacked a strong national food identity, China, which had a rich culinary (烹饪的) history. Chinese immigrants brought their cooking skills and traditions with them.

In the 20th century, a dish called Chop Suey became (huge) popular. Meaning "odds and ends", it was a stir-fry of meat, eggs, and vegetables, (serve) with rice. This dish is a classic example of Chinese-American fusion (融合), created (suit) local tastes. Cheap and (taste), these restaurants became (favorite) in cities. Despite their popularity, the number of Chinese restaurants was limited.

major turning point was a change in U.S. immigration laws, which brought chefs from different regions, introducing Americans to diverse styles like Sichuan and Hunan cuisine.

The result is a lasting culinary legacy. Today, there are over 45,000 Chinese restaurants in the U.S., a number that (be) more than all the major American fast-food chains combined. As one commentator noted, there's "nothing so all-American as Chinese food", (prove) it is now a staple (主要食物) of the national diet.

One evening, an American girl named Talia crossed the road. We discovered we3 the same birthday — November 19th, which created an immediate4. A friendship5from this coincidence (巧合). Her daily6 brought cookies, video games, and wonderful conversations. Most significantly, she became the first person to show me the ocean, and its vastness filled me with awe and7 my world.

When Talia returned to America, we promised to8. Her faithful letters became a lifeline, connecting us across the9. Through this correspondence (通信), her family learned about my life and invited me to visit. This journey opened my new10, introducing me to amusement parks, baseball, and extraordinary11. Their support continued through my university education in engineering.

Their belief12 a life that was headed for poverty and ignorance. I worked hard, and then started my own company. Years later, I was invited to13 scholars at a MIT conference as one of their top innovators under 35. The14 friendship that began by a dusty road had15 a life transformed. All this was because a girl who was born on the same day as me crossed the road.

After the conference, I revisited Talia and her family. Only this time, I paid for my own journey.

Get morning sunlight

Start your day with sunlight. Open your blinds or go outside for 20 minutes in the morning. Sunlight is like a reset button for your body's 24-hour clock. It stops your brain from making melatonin (褪黑素), so you feel awake and ready for the day. 

Skip afternoon coffee

 Even if you think it doesn't affect you, its effects last 5-7 hours. A 4 p.m. latte means half the caffeine is still in your body at bedtime — making it harder to get deep sleep. Stick to caffeine only in the morning!

Working out helps you sleep better by reducing stress and tiring your body. Even small amounts of activity work — one study found older adults who exercised more slept an hour extra each night. Eating well (like fruits, veggies, and whole grains) also cuts stress and boosts sleep!

Keep your bedroom screen-free

Phones, iPads, and TVs give off light that stops melatonin production.  Research shows reading on an iPad blocks more melatonin than a real book. Make your bedroom a calm, dark place just for sleep.

A. Exercise regularly

B. Eat enough vegetables

C. Caffeine blocks the "sleepy chemical" in your brain

D. Replace screens with a paper book or magazine before bed

E. Studies show morning light helps you fall asleep faster at night

F. Caffeine from tea is milder than coffee, so an afternoon cup of tea won't impact sleep

G. Poor sleep can make you more anxious, sad, gain weight, or even hurt your memory long-term

Previously, scientists thought these star-shaped cells just provided support to neurons (神经元), the brain's main nerve cells that create memories. However, research published in Nature shows astrocytes play a much more active role. They help lock in emotional memories for the long term and could be a new target for treating memory disorders like PTSD and Alzheimer's disease.

To test this, researchers studied mice learning to fear a specific cage where they received a mild, unpleasant shock. They tracked a gene called Fos, which acts as a marker of cell activity when a memory is formed.

The surprise came when the mice returned to the cage days later. While recalling the fearful memory, their astrocytes became highly active in brain regions like the amygdala, the emotion center. This activity was much stronger during the memory recall than during the initial scary event.

The researchers found that after an emotional experience, astrocytes produce special "receptors" on their surface. These receptors act like tags, marking the cells as part of an important memory network. This process takes hours or days, which is exactly how long it takes for a memory to become stable (稳定的).

"This is revolutionary for neuroscience," said Maite Solas Zubiaurre, a neuroscientist at the University of Navarra in Spain, who was not involved in the study. The long-standing belief was that only neurons stored memories. This discovery "will bring about new methods of treating some memory problems", potentially by targeting astrocytes to improve memory in health and disease.

Researchers from the University of Minnesota studied hundreds of interviews Swift gave between 2008 and 2019. They focused on three important times in her life: her country music years in Nashville, a transition period, and her pop star years in New York City.

The study found clear proof that her accent adapted to where she was living. While in Nashville, Swift began speaking with hints of a Southern accent. For example, she pronounced words like "ride" in a way that sounded more like "rod". This is a common feature in Southern dialects. When she moved away from Tennessee, this way of speaking faded.

Another change was the pitch (音高) of her speaking voice. During her time in New York, her voice became significantly deeper. The researchers suggest this might have been a conscious choice to sound more confident and authoritative, as she began speaking out strongly on social issues. However, they also note that voices can naturally get a little lower as people age from their teens into their thirties.

This study shows that our accents are more flexible than we might think. They can change based on our community, career, and even the image we want to project. For a global superstar like Taylor Swift, her voice is a tool that has evolved with her career. Fans have even guessed that this is why she waited to re - record her first album — she'd have to bring back a country accent that wasn't her natural way of speaking. The research highlights that how we talk is often a reflection of where we are in life, both physically and socially.