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The success of the project, which has been praised by the UN Environment Programme as an "eco-pioneer", sets an example for successful desertification control and ecosystem improvement based on effective government policies, supported by investment (投资) in the eco-industry and combined with the efforts of local farmers. These three aspects are key to the success of the "Kubuqi model".

Elion, a private ecology and investment company, has invested about 38 billion yuan ($5.82 billion) in the Kubuqi desert-greening project since 1988 helping to lift about 102,000 local farmers out of poverty. For example, the locals grow a drought-tolerant (耐旱) plant, Chinese licorice (甘草), which is the most used herb in traditional Chinese medicine. The plant helps enrich the desert soil. Besides, Cistanche, another type of drought-tolerant herb, was introduced after the successful planting of licorice. Under the company's guidance and with the local government's support, the local people benefit from the "environmental wealth".

More companies should be encouraged to apply the "Kubuqi model" in other desert control projects in Inner Mongolia and neighboring Gansu province, where the climate conditions are similar but not quite the same, so as to further gain experience and enrich the model in practice. Showing it can be successfully applied in other areas will help promote the model worldwide.

Can you remember the expression you had on your face? Most people will press their lips together and frown (皱眉) when they are doing something they find difficult. This is normally seen as a sign of effort. Now we've found that it can also say more than that.

A recent study at the University of Portsmouth in England suggests that the human expression of effort and frustration is our way of asking others for help.

Scientists at the university gave children and chimpanzees (黑猩猩) an impossible puzzle to work out. When the children couldn't work out the puzzle, their faces expressed determination and effort. The chimpanzees' did not.

Humans and chimpanzees have many facial expressions that share the same meaning. A human smile is the same as a chimpanzee showing its teeth in happiness.

Scientists believe that over time, humans have evolved to use this facial expression to ask for help. We have also learned to respond to it by offering help.

According to Dr. Albert Mehrabian, a well-known professor of psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles, only 7% of human communication happens through words and 55% is through body language. Therefore, understanding expressions is second nature to human beings.

With this in mind, next time you see a person with a frustrated expression, listen to your heart and stop to lend them a hand.

Cameron performed his first good deed on January 1st, 2014, with the simple act of greeting a waitress at a cafe he visited. The next day he bought food and drinks for some homeless people. Cameron's good small deeds have been recorded in an online diary, like taking out the garbage for an elderly neighbor or spending a few hours helping a disabled lady pick out a dress for a party. What's more, the young man has also spent close to £4,000 of his own money, buying gifts for children in need.

Cameron has created a series of some cards, which he has called "Cards for Kindness". Each card suggests a simple act of kindness — things like giving a stranger a hug or making peace with an enemy, which is to encourage others to perform good deeds.

Cameron's generosity has not gone unnoticed. To reward the young man as he nears the end of his journey, pizza chain Domino's recently awarded him a year's supply of free pizza. Not surprisingly, the big-hearted young man has decided to use the gift to hold special pizza days for charity. His kind deeds have also won him a competition for the job of "National Philanthropy (慈善事业) Manager".

Huangling village in Jiangxi province, set in a hilly and mountainous region, is known for its surprising natural scenery, traditional architecture, and the preservation of ancient customs. The ancient houses in Huangling village are characterized by whitewashed walls, black-tiled roofs, and complex carved wooden elements. The village, rated as a national AAAA scenic spot, draws worldwide visitors throughout the year to view its live landscape.

Zhagana village, a globally important agricultural and cultural heritage site, is located at an altitude of 3,000 to 3,300 meters and is surrounded by mountains, in Gansu province. The steep mountains and Tibetan-style houses make up a "grand stone palace" where tourists can enjoy the harmony of nature and culture.

Xiajiang village, located in East China's Zhejiang province, is famous for its undestroyed natural beauty and a profound cultural heritage ranging from traditional folk culture to historical "red culture". The village has introduced unique tourism routes, high-level cultural programs, and a diverse range of celebrations.

Zhujiawan village, situated in Zhashui county, Shangluo city, possesses a variety of over 1,200 species of diverse animals and plant resources. Meanwhile, the village owns 25 intangible (无形的) cultural treasures. Additionally, it is home to 17 tangible cultural treasures. In recent years, Zhujiawan village has made use of its ecological strengths to develop tourism.

Sally's birthday was approaching, and the excitement that usually filled her heart was now replaced with disappointment and stress. Turning eleven was a big deal, and she had always celebrated it with a grand party surrounded by her friends. However, this year was different. The burden of excessive homework and her parents' struggling business weighed heavily on her, forcing Sally to make the difficult decision of not having a birthday party, even though it was an event she enjoyed dearly every year. One day, during the break, her best friend, Jane, with a curious look in her eyes, approached. "Are you going to have a birthday party this year?" Jane asked, sensing Sally's sadness. "No," Sally sighed and replied sadly, "there's just too much going on and my parents are going through financial difficulties."

She smiled weakly, trying to conceal (掩饰) her extreme disappointment and stress, but Jane saw through her pretence easily. Jane nodded thoughtfully and did not say anything. After the break, Sally saw her talking to one of their classmates, Sarah, secretively. Curious, Sally went over to them, but as soon as Jane saw her, she quickly walked away. Sally was scared by Jane's strange actions and turned towards Sarah. "What did she say?" Sally asked. However, Sarah simply shrugged and walked away, leaving Sally standing there, feeling left out and anxious.

"What is happening?" Sally wondered anxiously. "Are they keeping something from me?" As Sally's birthday drew nearer, Jane was often found chatting softly with their other classmates. Whenever Sally went over to them, they would just walk away or tell her that they were talking about a secret which Sally was not allowed to know. "Jane has never kept secrets from me before," Sally thought. Her heart fell. Even her friends were distancing themselves from her! She swung between confusion and sadness with each passing moment, desperately trying to figure out what was happening. Why were her friends distancing themselves from her? And what were they hiding?

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On the day of Sally's birthday, she went to school and found her classroom in total darkness.

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Tears sprang from Sally's eyes and her face broke into a radiant smile.

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Ladies and gentlemen,

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Thanks for your attention!

        In 2004, FIFA formally (announce) to the world that soccer originates in Zibo, Shandong province, China. Maybe few people know that this sport is called Cuju in ancient China.

       Cuju is often written as ts'u-chü and translates literally as "kick-ball". The name served as a catch-all (笼统语）to describe a number of different (version) of a game in which the ball was kicked.

       Cuju involved a great degree of complexity and developed over time. It could be played in a team or (individual), and was often played for purely aesthetic (美学的) reasons. The non-competitive version was called baida, with a range of skills that players sought(master). Competitive Cuju featured two teamsobject was to outscore one another.

       A number of books on Cuju were written in the past centuries,some of which have survived. They offer a fascinating insight a wide range of kicks that could be used, as well as the various movements and body postures involved.

     It is little played today except as a minor tourist(attract) and on ceremonial occasions,its vibrant history lives on. In current China, many people choose this game as a way to exercise while (experience) China's traditional culture. Cuju was listed into first batch of China's intangible cultural heritage in 2006

It was 1930, when many people were out of work, money was tight and people suffered a lot. Still, the streets were4 with energy and color. As he walked through Harlem, Jacob looked hard at the people, the churches, and barber shops and so on. He5 those images in his mind, along with the images of paintings he saw in the6.

Jacob came from a poor family so his mother wanted him to aim for something more7. But Jacob's teacher, Alston, in an art program saw that he was talented. Alston8 him how to use paints to make stage sets.

As time passed, Alston let Jacob rent work space in his own studio. That was an exciting place for a young black man9 to become an artist. Many creative people10 there to talk about art, literature and history. From their11, Jacob learned that history books often ignored the accomplishments of African Americans. He decided to paint a series of pictures describing the story of a black hero. He12 Toussaint, who had helped free his people from French ruling.

Many people admired Jacob's pictures, but he needed13 admiration. To help his family, he often had to work at jobs that14 him away from painting. Then something encouraging happened. An artist named Augusta got Jacob a job. For eighteen months, Jacob was given a(n)15 to paint pictures. For the first time, he felt like a professional artist.

The invention of the mobile phone and mobile technology was incredible. Here we highlight the most common ones that technology is changing our lives today.

● Mobile technology has changed how we communicate.

The advancement of technology has made communication unbelievably fast and convenient.

In the past, writing a letter or finding a wired telephone was the best way to communicate remotely with someone. You can send them a message on social media, text them, video chat, email, or put a call through.

● Mobile technology creates the "Everything" device.

With many businesses mobile technologies have brought about, there are some products that they have made out of date. Now just one device has replaced the portable (便携式的) music player, alarm clock, GPS, calculator, camera, flashlight, calendar and much more.

● Mobile technology leads to ever-present distraction.

In many places, it's a common sight to see just about everyone with a mobile phone within arm's reach. In the first two ways listed above, that can be useful. As mobile technologies have become more and more widespread in today's society, research has begun to connect heavy day-to-day use with a number of side effects, the majority of which are related to mental health.

We should accept that mobile technologies are here to stay and improve our lives for the better in spite of its shortcomings. In my opinion, its advantages far outweigh its disadvantages.

A. We cannot ignore its disadvantages.

B. All in all, mobile devices greatly benefit our lives.

C. However, instant access is not always a good thing.

D. While these things do still exist, they are no longer absolutely essential.

E. Nowadays, you are blessed with more efficient options at your fingertips.

F. The conventional way of doing shopping has also changed beyond imagination.

G. Since then, advances in mobile technology have shaped our lives in various ways.

Let's state clearly: Einstein was a genius. His face is almost the international symbol for genius. But we want to go beyond one man and explore the nature of genius itself. Why is it that some people are so much more intelligent or creative than the rest of us? And who are they?

In the sciences and arts, those praised as geniuses were most often white men, of European origin. Perhaps this is not a surprise. It's said that history is written by the victors, and those victors set the standards for admission to the genius club. When contributions were made by geniuses outside the club—women, or people of a different color or belief—they were unacknowledged and rejected by others.

A study recently published by Science found that as young as age six, girls are less likely than boys to say that members of their gender(性别)are "really, really smart." Even worse, the study found that girls act on that belief: Around age six they start to avoid activities said to be for children who are "really, really smart." Can our planet afford to have any great thinkers become discouraged and give up? It doesn't take a genius to know the answer: absolutely not.

Here's the good news. In a wired world with constant global communication, we're all positioned to see flashes of genius wherever they appear. And the more we look, the more we will see that social factors(因素)like gender, race, and class do not determine the appearance of genius. As a writer says, future geniuses come from those with "intelligence, creativity, perseverance(毅力), and simple good fortune, who are able to change the world."

The new review, by the University of Exeter and the University of Winchester, says zoos have made great improvements in recent years, but closer observation of animal behaviour - a method called Qualitative Behavioural Assessment, developed in farming - could show even more about their state of mind.

An animal's positioning of its body, facial movements and activity levels are among the things that might tell whether it is excited, calm, interested, nervous, relaxed, etc.

"Zookeepers are knowledgeable about their animals, and they will often recognise an animal's state of mind by its behaviour and body language," said Dr. Paul Rose, of the University of Exeter.

"What we are suggesting is a more scientific method of this, carried out over time.

"Certain behaviours will show certain moods (情绪) in an animal, and we should build our knowledge of this for different animals that live in zoos. For example, lions have a lot of facial expressions, and research on these expressions could help zoos understand the animals' state of mind. This information could then be used to improve welfare by changing diets, feeding times or any number of other aspects of the way animals are kept."

Dr. Rose carries out much of his research at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, and is now examining how the swans (天鹅) there might show their state of mind through their behavioural expression.

"We're looking at how much time they spend exploring their habitat, which could show what they're feeling." he said. "When they're unsure, they appear to move less and be more careful, and draw their feathers (羽毛) close to their bodies."

The study suggests research opportunities for Qualitative Behavioural Assessment and practices that could be used by zoos. "Animal welfare in zoos has improved greatly in the last 10 or 20 years, and this method gives zoos another way to recognise and improve the welfare of animals," Dr. Rose said.

The preparation for this trip started a few months ago. I tried to prepare in the best way possible as this is uncharted territory for me. It will be the first hike really off the beaten path. I will not go into details until I get back and actually know what I am talking about.

There are a few things to keep in mind when you plan to hike in Sarek National Park. First of all, there are no huts (棚屋) or any accommodation. If you are at the heart of Sarek you will be at least a 4-5 days hike away from the next mountain hut. So this means I will have to carry everything I need for 8-10 days. The biggest part of the load will be food. There are no paths or waymarks. I will have to make my own route with GPS and maps.

In addition, the weather can be very challenging. Sarek is the area in Sweden with the heaviest rainfall. It is also known for strong wind and there're not many places to shelter from it because there are hardly any trees. It is important to bring professional hiking gear (装备). Finding and choosing a good campsite might take some time as well.

Decktopus AI

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DALL-E2

The hard truth is that not all of us are artistically talented, but with a dash of DALL-E2, we could be! DALL-E2 is an AI model that converts text descriptions into images. The more specific you are with your prompt (指令), the closer the final image will be to your desire. This is a handy AI tool for anyone who wants to create art but lacks the capability or for designers to source inspiration.

Soundraw

Now, what about music? If a video website has ever served you a copyright strike, you know how difficult it is to source free music for videos. Enter Soundraw, an AI platform that allows you to create royalty- free original music. After choosing the type, speed and length of your desired music, Soundraw will do all the work for you and compose unique tracks to accompany your video. No more copyright strikes!

Deep Nostalgia

This AI tool will breathe life into photographs through animation. Deep Nostalgia adds subtle movements and expressions to your images, making them appear realistic. This is a great tool to try out if you have some old photos lying around and would like to recover cherished moments.

Ava, a fifth-grader, longed for a cell phone like her peers but had to wait until she was thirteen. To persuade her parents, she penned an essay, demonstrating she was mature enough for a cell phone. Her parents, impressed, gave her an old phone.

"Ava," her dad said seriously, "a cell phone isn't just for fun and games. It's a significant responsibility. You must keep your phone secure. You must silence it in public spaces. You must..." He listed all of the ways that she had to be responsible with her phone. But Ava, too busy with choosing the perfect wallpaper, downloading apps, and chatting with her best friend Sarah, only half-listened.

Over the weekend, Sarah's mom took the girls to a movie. Normally Ava avoided horror films, but Sarah's pleading words with funny memes (表情包) had somehow convinced Ava that the movie might actually be enjoyable. Before the movie started, Sarah's mom instructed the girls to silence their phones out of respect for others. As the movie's tension built, Ava found herself growing increasingly uncomfortable. "I need to go to the bathroom," Ava whispered to Sarah.

After the movie, while waiting for Sarah's mom to fetch the car, Ava felt a sinking feeling. "I can't find my phone!" she shrieked, patting down all of her pockets. Panic-stricken, Ava searched her bag, yet her phone seemed to have vanished. Ava got into the car, her stomach in knots.

"Are you going to tell your parents?" Sarah whispered to Ava on their ride back. Ava was silent, her mind racing with the consequences. She could envision her parents' disappointed faces and harsh words. She feared that this incident might lead to her parents taking away the privilege of having a phone altogether.

As they arrived, Ava climbed out of the car and trudged home, her heart heavy with what had happened.

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The moment Ava walked in, her parents greeted her with a smile. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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1. 人物简介；

2. 崇拜的原因。

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The Scientist I Admire Most

Dear fellow students,

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That's all. Thank you for your listening.

Jianbing is one of China's most popular street breakfasts. Every neighborhood has its own Jianbing vendor (摊贩) serving breakfast dawn through mid-morning, satisfying hungry (local) on their way to work.

Contrary to you might think, Jianbing is no grab-and-go street breakfast. To preserve the crispness (酥脆) of the pancake, the vendors never cook Jianbing in advance, so waiting in a line is part of the culture. But(basic), Jianbing is a breakfast worth waiting for.

Jianbing has a longer history than almost any other Chinese street food. It is thought to have originated in Shandong Province during the Three Kingdoms Period, military strategist Zhuge Liang had his soldiers cook food on shields (盾) (hold) over the fire.

Of course, if Jianbing were that easy to make, it would have taken the world by storm long before now. Part of challenge of copying the dish is that the recipe for a Jianbing differs from region to region, and even from vendor to vendor.

Many consider it (possible) to make your own Jianbing without months of practice and tuition from a master. Yet a few committed foreigners have made it, who (inspire) to bring Jianbing to a hungry audience after their first taste in China back in the 1980s. In the UK, twins Melissa and Oliver Fu, owners of Mei Mei's Street Cart are bringing the joys of Jianbing first to London and now Manchester despite all the difficulty they have in (perfect) their technique.

One fateful day, outside a convenience store, he5 a homeless man with a dog suffering from a visible skin issue. The man,6 for a solution, shared his dog's suffering. Stewart examined the dog and then7 some medicine to him. In tears, the man thanked Stewart, saying "Thank you for not8 me". The very words served as a wake-up call to Steward and inspired his next9.

Stewart began working as a street vet during his free time, determined to10 on his own. Over a nine-year period, he provided11 medical care for over 1,000 homeless people and their pets and in 2020, he created a nonprofit organization Project Street Vet.

For Stewart, the most rewarding aspect of his work lies in the one-on-one12 with the homeless. By13 helping their cherished companion, Stewart helps14 their faith in humanity. Their gratitude fuels him to continue his mission, offering15 to those facing awful circumstances.

Treat yourself to a power bank

The batteries inside our phones are typically designed to last for around a day of moderate usage. So you're going to want some extra support so you don't end up going AWOL (absent without leave) when your phone dies. That's why I recommend picking up a USB power bank, which will give you a little bit of extra juice to keep you connected to the rest of the world.

Enable Data roaming (漫游)

The good news is that it is easier than ever to stay connected to the net when abroad. Make sure you check with your network provider what your roaming plan is. In many countries it is straightforward to buy a SIM card for a local network, with a much more generous data allowance. If you've got a newer phone, it will probably support "eSIM" — where you can simply use an app like Holafly or Airalo while connected to wifi to set yourself up on a new network temporarily.

Download offline application software

And finally, you need to get your apps in order. Once you reach your destination you'll need a mapping app, and maybe even a translation app — Apple and Google make their own version of both. And modern translation apps are particularly exciting. Then you get a clear translation. Make sure that all of the critical data is downloaded so that apps work offline and you can travel the world like a local. Bon voyage!

A. What good is a phone without Internet access?

B. You simply wave your phone at the scanner instead.

C. In fact, you may not even need a physical card anymore.

D. Why do you need to get your phone ready to be connected?

E. But when you're away from home, you're probably using it so much more.

F. You can typically just wave the camera of your phone over pretty much anything.

G. But before leaving for the airport, ensure your phone is ready for the journey ahead!

Some experts say this is a boon. After all, AI, undisturbed by embarrassment, might be able to express empathy (同理心) more openly and tirelessly than humans. But others worry about the consequences of people seeking emotional support from machines that can only pretend to care. Some even wonder if the rise of so- called empathetic AI might change the way we interact with one another. Indeed, empathy is one of our species' defining qualities, developing as it did in pace with social interaction.

One recent analysis about empathy looked at 52 studies published between 1980 and 2019, which shows that the empathizer must first be able to recognize how the other person is feeling. They must also be affected by those emotions and distinguish themselves and the other person, grasping that the other person's feelings aren't their own while still being able to imagine the other person's experience.

On the first point, in recent years, AI- powered chatbots have made progress in their ability to read human emotions, most powered by large language models (LLMs) that work by predicting which words are most likely to appear together based on training data. In this way, LLMs like ChatGPT can seemingly identify our feelings and respond appropriately most of the time. But when it comes to the other criteria, AI still misses the mark in many ways. Empathy is interpersonal, with continued feedback helping to perfect the sympathizer's response, which also requires some degree of intuitive (直觉的) awareness of an individual and their situation.

All of this helps to explain conversations like the ones I had with ChatGPT. At the end of the day, despite talking to multiple chatbots online, I did what I knew I had to do all along: I picked up my phone and called a friend.

For years, public health officials have tried to limit the disease by controlling mosquito populations. "But that approach is temporary," says Anthony James, a professor of biology and genetics at the University of California, Irvine, "Because mosquitoes are extremely tough little insects, and their populations can quickly rebound."

Therefore, James and his colleagues want to try a different approach: making mosquitoes themselves into malaria-fighting warriors, which is a complete departure from traditional ways of controlling malaria.

To understand how it works, it helps to understand the life cycle of malaria. The malaria pathogen (病原体) is a parasite (寄生虫) that grows inside humans. It's passed via mosquitoes that move from person to person, sucking blood. "If we can make the mosquitoes difficult for the pathogens to survive, we can wipe out the disease," he says. But making mosquitoes uninviting to malaria is a tough job.

To solve the problem, the team used a gene-editing technique called CRISPR. They started with genes from mice, whose immune systems do fight human malaria, engineered those genes, and then gave them to the mosquitoes.

It turned out the malaria-fighting antibodies which gene-edited mosquitoes produced worked very well. They reduced the number of parasites in the mosquito before they were passed to a human host.

James' team are now working on planning a field trial, which he hopes could be conducted on an island or in another isolated location.

But genetically changing wild animals does not sit well with environmentalists. "There's no need to engineer a mosquito," says Dana Perls, senior program manager for the emerging technology program at the non-profit Friends of the Earth. Perls points out that naturally occurring methods for reducing malaria appear to be showing promise, as does a new vaccine (疫苗) against the disease. "Why take unnecessary risks and release a species that can't be recalled once it's released into the wild?" she asks.