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While Sharfuz Shifat was working at the Meliora LaunchPad-a student organization he co-founded-in his second year at the university, Shifat had the vision of making an efficient social media network for people to work on their ideas. "The world would be a better place if you could easily find people who have the same interests, vision and relevant skills to build something," he said. He then reached out to Carolyn Zelicof, Andrew Nyaisonga and Sandesh Paudel.

"I got a text from Sharfuz saying he was looking for a user experience designer, and I thought this project was really exciting," Zelicof said.

With their team assembled, the four co-founders were now ready to materialize their vision. CrossRoads Create currently has a landing page where you can sign up to become a user and provide feedback on the product. Site visitors are met with the logo and the motto: "Where ideas meet execution."

Minimizing cost was one of the main challenges of the development process. The two engineers, Nyaisonga and Paudel, were able to develop the platform without indirect costs while keeping the ability of a business or system to grow larger in mind. Nyaisonga explained: "There is an easier way to do something, but it might not be cheap. So, we had to choose the harder way for some things." On the design side, Zelicof, the lead user interface and user experience designer, spoke of the challenge of building a good user experience from an idea, as well as satisfying her team's expectations. Juggling schoolwork, job applications, and the app development was another curveball thrown their way. "But when you're really passionate about it, you can do it. Not everyone has to drop out of college to build a startup." Shifat said.

CrossRoads Create will be launched this week, and the founders have been busy preparing their launch strategy, promoting their product through extensive use of social media marketing campaigns, maintaining their landing page, and interacting with the Center for Startups.

B is for being extremely busy.

C is for the conscientious (勤勤恳恳的) way you do your job.

You may be all these things at the office, and more. But when it comes to getting ahead, experts say, the ABCs of business should include a P, for politics, as in office politics.

Dale Carnegie suggested as much more than 50 years ago: Hard work alone doesn't ensure career advancement. You have to be able to sell yourself and your ideas, both publicly and behind the scenes. Yet, despite the obvious rewards of engaging in office politics — a better job, a raise, praise — many people are still unable or unwilling to "play the game."

"People assume that office politics involves some manipulative (工于心计的) behavior," says Deborah Comer, an assistant professor of management at Hofstra University. "But politics derives from the word ‘polite'. It can mean lobbying and forming associations. It can mean being kind and helpful, or even trying to please your superior, and then expecting something in return."

In fact, today, experts define office politics as proper behavior used to pursue one's own self-interest in the workplace. In many cases, this involves some form of socializing within the office environment — not just in large companies, but in small workplaces as well.

"The first thing people are usually judged on is their ability to perform well on a consistent basis," says Neil P Lewis, a management psychologist. "But if two or three candidates are up for a promotion, each of whom has reasonably similar ability, a manager is going to promote the person he or she likes best. It's simple human nature."

Yet, psychologists say, many employees and employers have trouble with the concept of politics in the office. Some people, they say, have an idealistic vision of work and what it takes to succeed. Still others associate politics with flattery (奉承), fearful that, if they speak up for themselves, they may appear to be flattering their boss for favors.

Experts suggest altering this negative picture by recognizing the need for some self-promotion.

I wanted to get back to feeling passionate about something so I started thinking about the things I used to love. As a child, I'd always been involved in the outdoors, and I used to love hiking but all that had stopped after secondary school. I decided to volunteer with a local youth group and within a month, I'd gone camping with them. I absolutely loved it. It was like switching on a lightbulb. This was what I'd been missing.

I started taking courses in mountain skills and wilderness first aid, and by August I was working my usual job in the week, and I was a climbing club leader at weekends. I loved connecting with nature, connecting with other people.

Through all this, I learnt about the whole field of nature-based therapies (疗法). It was the perfect fit to combine my psychology background with my passion for the outdoors. I began taking courses in wild therapy, forest bathing and ecopsychology. I left my government job and in July 2020 I launched my business Nature Therapy Ireland, which is booming now.

I'd thought I'd always live in a city but last year, I moved to Tipperary to live at the foot of a mountain, surrounded by nature. If I'm feeling stressed, I can step outside in my bare feet and stand on the grass to ground myself. In Dublin, the front door felt like a barrier—I had to have my keys, my phone, my jacket before I could even go out and find a green space. My life now is leading nature connection hikes and forest bathing walks. My salary has halved for the moment but I've adjusted. I've never looked back.

Smart TV Channels a Sense of Frustration

The phenomenon of watching less or not watching TV mirrors a plunge in traditional TV sales in recent years.

"I haven't watched TV at home for almost five years." The same sentiment is a true portrayal of many Gen-Zers (Z世代，指出生在1995年至2010年之间的一代人) today. In the past entertainment options were limited, TV dominated. Nowadays, computers, mobile phones and tablets, all of offer more content, have overtaken TV in the viewing stakes (收视争夺赛).

"Watching less or not watching TV (be) the inevitable result of the diversification of entertainment for young people. The programs offered by the major TV stations is increasingly unable to meet the needs of young people, and a few minutes of advertisements are added at every turn, (make) it difficult to compete with mobile phones and tablets," says Li Dadi at Haige Business Watch, a public WeChat account (dedicate) to business analysis.

The phenomenon mirrors a plunge in traditional TV sales in recent years. A report by All View Cloud, a data analysis company, says domestic TV sales in 2020 were 44.5 million units, down 9.1 percent year-on-year, and sales revenue was 120.9 billion yuan ($19.1 billion), down 11.7 percent.

However, not watching traditional TV does not mean not using the actual set. The current development of smart TV is not just a tool for watching programs on the box. The three major video content providers, Tencent Video, iQiyi and Youku, have all launched TV applications. People also cast the content of their mobile phones onto the TV at any time. Leaning on the sofa and watching a 55-inch big screen is still much more comfortable than lying on the bed with a 6.1-inch mobile phone.

However, compared with the rapid development and profit growth of internet smart TV, complaints about a decline in service experience (come) to light.

A woman's complaint over her newly bought TV set echoed across Chinese social media recently. In her video, posted on Douyin, she says most people watching TV now are elders, and that a TV cannot be turned on two remote controls at least. After she finally turned it on, advertisements popped up and lasted for more than 10 seconds. The various charging apps, all required to be purchased to allow for viewing, made the experience worse. Without a VIP membership, there came another 70-second advertisement she could finally watch a proper TV series. "I miss the simple TV set of my childhood," she lamented.

What made Brailsford different from previous coaches was his4 of searching for a tiny improvement in everything they do. The whole principle came from the idea that if you5 everything you could think of that goes into riding a bike, improve it by 1 percent and you will get a6 increase when you put them all together.

Brailsford and his coaches began by making small7. They redesigned the bike seats to make them more8. They asked riders to wear electrically heated over-shorts to9 ideal muscle temperature while riding and used biofeedback sensors to10 how each athlete responded to a particular workout.

But they didn't stop there. They11 to find 1 percent improvements in overlooked areas. They hired a(n)12 to teach each rider the best way to wash their hands to reduce the13 of catching a cold. They even painted the14 of the team truck white, which helped them15 little bits of dust that would normally slip by16 but could affect the performance of the17 tuned bikes.

As these and hundreds of other small improvements18, the results came faster than anyone could have19. Just five years after Brailsford took over, they20 the road and track cycling events in all the important Games.

The highly-anticipated annual Science Fair was just two weeks away As soon as the sign-up sheet for the "Smart City Design" project was posted, Mark and I glanced at each other and excitedly signed up. We managed to secure the last good table in the lab, and our science teacher, Alex, cast a glance at our way, saying, "Teamwork is essential."

My mind was filled with ideas for an eco-friendly city. I imagined buildings decorated with thick green plants and flowers, and the entire city powered by clean energy sources like solar and wind power. Mark, however, was obsessed with high-tech elements such as 3D billboards, delivery robots, and intelligent computers capable of predicting traffic jams.

At first, it seemed like our ideas could complement each other, and we were confident about creating something remarkable. But after a week, conflicts began to arise. We constantly argued over the blueprints. Whenever I designed an energy-saving building, Mark would insist on adding a glaring neon sign (霓虹灯) and a landing pad for his robots. He believed the city needed to be flashy and futuristic, while I was annoyed because it had to be eco-friendly and functional. The tension between us in the lab was obvious.

Things took a turn for the worse when Mark started avoiding his responsibilities, showing up late or not at all. With just three days left before the competition, our model was in a mess, resembling a junkyard rather than a city. The green area I had carefully crafted was buried under Mark's randomly assembled high-tech components. Unable to contain my frustration, I exploded, pointing at the mess and exclaiming that it was supposed to be a good project, not a pile of blinking junk. Mark's face turned red, and he talked back that his design had the potential to win, dismissing my eco-friendly vision as boring. His words stung, and I yelled back.

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After our heated exchange, a heavy silence filled the lab.

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On the day of the Science Fair, we proudly presented "Green-Tech City."

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2.参与的活动；

3.产生的感受与思考。

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Dear Jack,

I hope you're doing well! You asked about my recent study tour.

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Yours,

Li Hua

In the busy streets and narrow alleys of Tianshui, Gansu, (dedicate) customers form long queues outside Mala Tang shops. Some hold skewers (烤串) illustrate Tianshui's unique springtime flavor. Recently, Tianshui Mala Tang has taken the Internet by storm, (push) this northwestern city into the spotlight.

Ha Haiying, a shop owner, (believe) the essence of Tianshui Mala Tang is its fragrant ingredients. She highlights the region's longstanding chili cultivation history, which produces a brightly red chili oil with a strong fragrance. She says her goal is to make delicious food (afford) and meaningful. While serving the long line of customers, she said the low-priced hotpot is an (extreme) great example of how food connects with culture and travel. At the scene, both locals and tourists displayed their excitement by capturing moments on their phones. Tourists are not only attracted by the food by the city's rich history of over 8,000 years.

Today, more and more people are choosing travel destinations (base) on food. They want to explore new flavors part of their journey. To many, Mala Tang, symbol of culture, flavor, and pride, goes beyond food, promoting cultural unity through all kinds of skewers.

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During wartime, education can seem impossible. But in 1937, when Japan invaded China, three top universities — Peking, Tsinghua, and Nankai refused to give up. Their campuses were destroyed or taken, yet the teachers and students decided to continue their work. They moved to Kunming and formed a new school: National Southwest Associated University, or Lianda, which was people who believed knowledge mattered, war.

The journey to Kunming was long and dangerous. Most walked over 2,000 kilometers. Along the way, they were often for air attacks. When they arrived, life was better. Students lived in simple huts, often with no windows or desks. Still, they studied. For them, education brought a kind of freedom — it helped their minds from fear and hopelessness.

Despite the hardship, many future leaders. Among them were physicists Yang Zhenning and Li Zhengdao, who later won Nobel Prizes. Yang said Lianda gave him knowledge — and that was enough to shape his future.

At Lianda, learning was strongly with duty. Many students felt they had to serve their country. Some joined the army; others worked as interpreters. Through this, they helped bring some and peace to a nation in crisis.

Today, Lianda no longer exists, but its story is still. It reminds us that with courage and purpose, education can survive and even shine through the darkest times.

A turning point came during university. After two eye surgeries, I3 clear vision. While my eyesight was sharp, a fog of uncertainty about my life stayed with me. Yet true4 arrived when I joined a book club in London. Reading with others who shared my cultural experiences healed my5. I began carrying books everywhere — on buses, in parks — discovering stories that6 my struggles. Books became my escape and my strength.

Years later, as a PhD student, screens replaced pages. My eyes7 and my mind felt restless. I started to realize the problem was probably all my screen time, especially before trying to sleep. Then I came across a book Why We Sleep, which explained how the blue light from our devices can mess up our body's natural sleep cycle. Inspired by the book, I relearned the value of reading an actual paper book before bed. Therefore, I8 myself to read 52 books. Though I sometimes fell behind, finishing the final book under the winter sun taught me a lesson:9 matters more than speed.

If you wish to read more, start small.10 a book where you relax — a bedside table or a couch. Join a book club; discussing stories with others makes reading11. Spend just ten minutes daily, and choose books that truly interest you. Remember, reading isn't a (n)12. It's not about how fast you can finish. Instead, it's a more deliberate journey. Like sunlight13 clouds, each page can slowly brighten your world.

Once lost in darkness, I found14 through words. Books taught me that even in life's storms, what you read can be15, providing power and security.

Whether you're having a good body image day or a bad body image day, it's important to wear something that makes you feel good about yourself. Forget the trends and keep your own style. Whether you want to dress up in jeans or you prefer your most comfortable pair of sweatpants, wear what feels good to you in the moment.

Focus on your hobbies.

It gives you the ability to base your self- esteem on something other than your appearance. Do you want to learn guitar or a new language? Try cooking or run a mile faster than you did before? Set some goals for yourself and get started.

Resist the urge to compare yourself to others.

It can be a struggle to get past comparing yourself to celebrities and even good friends. It's time to find and enjoy your own beauty. Don't be mad at the idea that your best friend looks good in a certain dress style, and you don't. Instead, find what looks good and feels good on you.

Move your body doing something enjoyable.

As Elle Woods said, "Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy." She's right. Get yourself moving at least once a day. If you're not already doing sports every day, try going on walks, hiking, or doing yoga in your living room. It's all about what makes you feel good.

Some of these tips might work better for you than others, and you might figure out your own strategies on the way. But remember that boosting your body image is a process. It's something you have to work on over time, and it will pay off.

A. But nobody is the same.

B. Wear clothes that you feel comfortable in.

C. Adjust your dressing based on your body image.

D. If you don't feel completely good right away, that's OK.

E. Getting better at something you enjoy gives you confidence.

F. You may not be a gym- goer, so you have to find what works for you.

G. As a result, many people start to think, "I wish I looked more like them".

The team studied how melting sea ice changes the light underwater. Sea ice and liquid seawater affect light very differently. Sea ice scatters and reflects most light. The small amount that passes through contains many different colours. Liquid seawater strongly absorbs red and green light. Blue light travels deepest into the water. This is why open oceans look blue.

The main reason for this difference is the behaviour of water molecules (分子). In liquid water, molecules move. This movement makes them absorb specific colours of light, leaving "gaps" in the light spectrum, the range of colours. In ice, the water molecules are locked into a fixed structure. This limits their movement, so ice absorbs less colour. This allows a wider range of light colours to pass through.

As sea ice melts and is replaced by open water, the underwater light changes. It shifts from containing many colours to being mainly blue light. This is a problem for ice algae. These organisms are adapted to the wider range of colours found under the ice.

"When the ice melts," explains lead scientist Monika Soja-Wozniak," these algae suddenly find themselves in a blue-light environment. Their colour makes them less effective at using this kind of light." This shift in light colour can reduce their ability to perform photosynthesis, the process of using light to make food. This might mean some types of algae survive better than others. Algae better at using blue light could become more common.

Such changes could have effects throughout the Arctic food chain, impacting fish, seabirds, and marine mammals. It could even affect how much carbon dioxide (CO₂) the ocean absorbs. The study shows that climate change does more than just melt ice; it changes basic natural processes in the ocean.

People give gifts to show love, say thanks, or make someone happy. It helps us feel connected. However, some people give too much — too many gifts or gifts that are too expensive. They might do this because they really want close friendships or to be liked. They might think big gifts will make people care about them more. But giving gifts doesn't automatically make someone love you back, and expensive presents aren't the only way to show you care.

Sometimes we feel pushed to give too much because of society's expectations and cultural patterns. We worry people will see us as not generous or thoughtful enough. The fear that someone won't like our gift can also cause stress. Feelings of guilt or worrying about others' opinions can make us give more than we should.

Giving way too much can actually hurt relationships. The person getting the gifts might feel pressured to reciprocate. They might feel like they owe you or can't match your gifts. This can create tension, making the relationship feel forced or uncomfortable instead of truly warm and thankful.

To keep gift-giving positive, it's important to think about why you're giving. Set limits that feel right for you and fit your budget. Focus on thoughtful gifts that show you care, not on the price. A small, meaningful gift is often better than a big, expensive one. Remember, spending real time with people you care about is usually more valuable than giving them fancy presents. Giving should come from the heart, not from pressure.

Growing up, I did what most kids did — playing sports, joining school activities, and building friendships. Outwardly, I seemed no different. Yet at home, there was one silent rule: never talk about my limb difference. However, at the age of 8, this silence created an inner conflict. How could I feel "normal" when my body clearly wasn't?

At 13, something changed. A classmate stared at my arm on the bus. That moment triggered (触发) years of shame and hiding. I learned to conceal my arm with long sleeves, bags, or clever hand positions. Every act of hiding felt like a quiet apology for existing.

In relationships, I feared rejection. I sometimes confessed, "I have one hand," over the phone and ended the call before hearing a reply. Even when others responded kindly, I couldn't believe them. I was convinced I wasn't enough.

Things shifted when I was 38. A supportive partner encouraged me to stop hiding. For the first time, I let someone ask questions, look closely, and simply accept me. Even after the relationship ended, I kept the freedom it gave me. I started caring for my arm, using lotion on the scarred skin, wearing gloves in winter, and joining the Lucky Fin Project, where limb differences are celebrated.

That change spread through every part of my life. Professionally, I now work in disability inclusion, reminding others that 26% of U.S. adults live with disabilities. Personally, I wrote a book called Singlehandedly, where I explore how hiding exhausts us, and how honesty can heal.

My limb difference no longer represents shame. It symbolizes resilience (韧性). And to anyone hiding — whether it's a scar, a fear, or a story — I offer this truth: hiding is exhausting. Authenticity isn't weakness — it's freedom.

China-Europe Railway Express|74,000 Trips

Linking over 200 cities across 25 European countries, this railway network operates 86 routes through Eurasia, with trains averaging 120 km/h. By mid-2023, it had completed more than 74,000 journeys, carrying nearly 7 million TEUs (标准箱) of containers and over 50,000 types of goods in 53 categories.

China-Laos Railway|20.79 Million Passengers

This electric railway, connecting Kunming, China, with Vientiane, Lao, opened in December 2021. Since launching cross-border passenger services in April 2023, it has transported 10.79 million passengers and 25.22 million tons of goods by August 2023.

Mombasa-Nairobi Railway| Boosts Kenya's Economy by 2%

As of August 2023, Kenya's railway runs six passenger trains daily, serving 11 million passengers with a 95% occupancy rate. It also operates 17 trains daily, moving 28 million tons of goods. The Kenyan government estimates the project has contributed 2% to the nation's economic growth.

Addis Ababa-Djibouti Railway|7.43 Million Tons of Goods

Over five years, this railway has transported 7.43 million tons of goods and 530,000 passengers. Its revenue has grown by over 35% annually, strengthening regional trade.

The backpack had been a birthday gift from my father. It wasn't expensive, but it held everything important to me: my notebook, my lucky pen, and a photo of my family. I took it everywhere.

One rainy Tuesday, I boarded the crowded subway after school. The train was packed with rush-hour passengers. I squeezed into a corner, my backpack pressed tightly against my back. I was reading a novel, lost in another world, barely noticing the sea of people around me.

When I finally looked up, the train was pulling into my station. I rushed out with the crowd. It wasn't until I reached the street that I felt something was wrong. I patted my back instinctively. The feeling of dread hit me like a ton of bricks. My backpack was gone.

I froze in the pouring rain. Panic surged through me. That backpack contained my college application essay, which was due the next morning. I turned around and ran back towards the subway entrance, my heart pounding in my chest.

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I ran down the stairs, praying that the train hadn't left yet.

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Just as I was about to give up hope, a voice called out from behind me.

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2.活动内容（如：演讲主题、现场氛围等）；

3.活动反响。

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China's "New Four Great Inventions" have reshaped daily life. Among them, high-speed rail stands out. As the network expands, it is not just connecting cities, but (connect) people's hearts.

Recently, I took the Fuxing bullet train from Beijing to Shanghai. The journey, used to take 14 hours, now takes only 4.5 hours. The speed is astonishing. However, what impressed me most was the atmosphere inside the train. Unlike airplanes everyone wears headphones, here passengers chatted happily.

I met a young entrepreneur (name) Li Wei. He was returning home after a business trip. "The high-speed rail is my office on wheels," he said, showing me his laptop. "I can finish a report and still have time (call) my mom before arriving." He explained that this efficiency allows him (balance) work and family life.

Looking out the window at the blurred landscape, I realized that progress isn't just about speed. It is about (convenient) and human connection. The rhythmic hum of the train felt like the heartbeat of a nation moving forward, yet staying (root) in its culture.

By the time we reached Shanghai, the sunset painted the sky in hues of orange. I stepped off the train feeling grateful for this (technology) marvel that brings people closer. It is more than a train; it is a symbol of China's journey — fast, efficient, and full of hope for future.

One afternoon, I sat by a river watching children play. An old man joined me. We didn't speak the same language, but he smiled and gestured for me to2. For an hour, we just sat. At first, I felt3. My mind raced with thoughts of emails and deadlines. But slowly, the sound of the water and the children's laughter began to4 me.

I realized that my constant need to be busy was a5 I was afraid that if I stopped, I would lose value. The old man, sensing my tension, pointed to a bamboo tree. It grew slowly, but it was6 enough to withstand typhoons. He patted my shoulder, implying that growth needs stillness.

When I returned to the city, I felt a7 shift. I started scheduling "do-nothing" hours. Colleagues thought I was8, but my creativity soared. I learned that empty space isn't wasted space; it's the soil where9 ideas grow.

True rest isn't laziness; it's10 It allows the subconscious to process the world. As the Yunnan proverb says, "The wind does not break the bamboo because it knows how to11."

I now understand that a life well-lived isn't about filling every minute, but about12 the right moments to pause. In those pauses, we find the13 to face the noise of the world. The old man by the river taught me that sometimes, the most14 thing you can do is absolutely nothing. It is in these moments of15 that we truly connect with ourselves.

Morning reading is a precious routine for language learning and mental enrichment. It takes advantage of the fresh state of the brain after a good rest, making it easier to memorize information and understand deep content. However, many people struggle to stick to it or find their reading time inefficient.Here are practical tips to build a morning reading habit that works for you.

The key to a sustainable morning reading habit is to start small. If you force yourself to read for an hour on the first day, you're likely to feel burnt out quickly. Instead, set a realistic goal, like 15 or 20 minutes a day. This low threshold makes it easy to get started, and as the habit forms, you can gradually extend the time. Consistency is far more important than the length of each reading session.

It's also vital to choose the right reading materials. If you're learning English, pick articles or novels that match your level — not too easy that you gain nothing, nor too hard that you lose motivation. For personal growth, select books that align with your interests or goals. When the content appeals to you, morning reading will feel like a pleasure rather than a chore.

Create a dedicated reading space to get in the mood. It could be a cozy chair by the window, a desk in your study, or even a corner of the living room. Keep this space clean and free of distractions like phones or tablets. Having a fixed spot helps your brain associate the area with reading, making it easier to focus as soon as you sit down.

Don't just read passively — interact with the content. Write down key sentences, underline unfamiliar words, or jot down your thoughts in the margin. This active reading method not only helps you remember what you read but also deepens your understanding. You'll find that your morning reading becomes more meaningful when you don't just "scan" words but truly engage with them.

Building a morning reading habit is not about being perfect, but about being persistent. It may take a few weeks for the routine to stick, but once it does, you'll reap the benefits of a sharper mind, richer knowledge, and a peaceful start to your day.

A. Start with a small daily goal.

B. Reading in the morning is a common habit for students.

C. The problem often lies in the way they approach it.

D. Avoid reading materials that are far beyond your ability.

E. A messy environment will only make your mind unfocused.

F. Passive reading is a waste of time and energy for most people.

G. You can also recite beautiful paragraphs aloud to boost memory.