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Despite being4 about the training and potential risks initially, Miller's fears were soon overshadowed (黯然失色) by a growing sense of5. Eager to make a difference, he6 external firefighter training, which allowed him to fight fires from the outside to7 people. For the next three months, he devoted himself to training, which was physically8 , yet significantly improved his fitness and mental strength. Before long, he earned his9 , becoming a full member of his crew and was qualified to respond to10 .

On average, Miller faced about 60 callouts each year with each of them11 his skills and courage, but he never shook his determination. "It is massively12 to put yourself out there for strangers — their gratitude means a lot," he says.

Despite initially thinking about13 volunteering soon, Miller is now determined to14 . "I feel like I'm still learning and that's really exciting to me," he says. "One of the essential things in life is to feel you have a(n)15 , and this is mine. I'll keep going as long as I'm able to."

The first step in planning any trip is to decide on your destination and the period of your stay. You also need to take into account factors such as climate, local culture and safety. Once you have chosen a destination, determine how long you intend to stay.

Establishing a budget (预算) is crucial for planning a trip. Evaluate your financial condition and determine how much you can comfortably spend. It's essential to be realistic about your budget to avoid overspending and unnecessary financial stress during your trip.

Research various options, such as hotels, hostels, vacation rentals, or even local guesthouses, based on your budget and preferences. Consider factors such as location, facilities, safety, and customer reviews. Employ online booking platforms to compare prices and make reservations in advance to secure the best deals.

Having a planned route can help you make the most of your time and ensure you don't miss out on must-see attractions or activities. Research the top sights, landmarks, and experiences in your chosen destination, prioritize your activities based on your personal preferences and create a flexible plan on a daily basis.

A. This depends on your interests and purse.

B. Keep in mind public transportation for convenience.

C. Cultural events are your first choice on your schedule.

D. You can use travel apps to get an estimate of the overall cost.

E. Finding suitable accommodation is a vital aspect of trip planning.

F. Allow for halfway breaks and unexpected discoveries along the way.

G. Here we'll guide you through several stages to help plan your vacation.

With the help of VR headsets and other devices, users can explore distant destinations and experience unique cultural events from their living rooms. This allows individuals who have physical disability to travel the world to engage with different cultures and environments. Moreover, virtual tourism can help address issues of overtourism, as it enables users to visit popular sites without contributing to overcrowding or environmental destruction.

Virtual tourism is able to provide immersive experiences. By using advanced technology, virtual reality developers can create realistic simulations (模拟) of various destinations, complete with sights, sounds, and even smells. These simulations can be tailored to individual preferences, allowing users to explore at their own pace and focus on the aspects of a destination that interest them most. What's more, virtual tourism can improve educational experiences, enabling users to learn about a location in an engaging and interactive manner.

In addition to virtual tourism, the metaverse offers other opportunities for the travel industry. For instance, AR technology can provide real-time information and interactive content. Imagine walking through the streets of Rome and having your smartphone or AR glasses overlay historical facts, accommodation recommendations, and navigation (导航) assistance directly onto your field of view. This combination of digital and physical experiences can enrich travelers' understanding of their surroundings and create more memorable journeys.

However, the rise of virtual tourism also presents challenges for the travel industry. Traditional businesses must adapt to the changing landscape by embracing (欣然接受) digital technologies and developing new strategies to remain competitive. Additionally, concerns about data privacy and security must be addressed to ensure that users feel safe engaging with virtual experiences.

Water going through toilets in public restrooms results in the bacteria from human wastes entering the air. That same air is drawn into those wall-mounted electric hand dryers. These machines provide a nice warm home in which microbes can grow well, and cleaning the inside of these machines can be difficult, Zita says. "Freshly washed hands are getting dirtied with the bacteria that grow inside these machines. " she adds.

The idea for her project came from the pandemic (流行病). People stayed at least one meter away from each other to limit the spread of the pandemic. Zita wanted to explore that idea with hand dryers. Would drying hands farther away from the hot-air dryer lessen the number of bacteria that fall back onto the skin?

The teen had four people wash and dry their hands in the restrooms. The participants washed with soap and water. After each washing, they dried their hands using one of three different methods. In some trials, they simply used paper towels. In the others, they used an electric hand dryer. Sometimes, they held their hands close to the machine, about 13 centimeters below it. At other times, they held their hands about 30 centimeters below the dryer. Each hand-drying condition was performed 20 times. Right after this drying, Zita swabbed their hands for bacteria. Then she placed these swabs on Petri dishes for three days in suitable growing conditions.

Afterward, all the Petri dishes were covered with bacteria. Fewer than 50 bacterial colonies (菌落), on average, turned up in each dish exposed to swabs from hands dried with paper towels or from hands held farther from the electric dryers. In contrast, more than 130 colonies, on average, grew in Petri dishes from hands held close to the hot-air dryers.

Zita was amazed by all the microbes in these dishes and realized they represented what covered people's hands after using a hot-air dryer.

The students chatted in sign language, and Mr. Bitrus signed back. The group discusses using Arduino, an open-source electronics platform, and one student wondered how fingerprints could be stored. Mindful of Nigeria's electricity problems, Mr. Bitrus advised the group to use a battery-powered keypad lock system first and include a fingerprint feature later. After nodding in agreement, the students excitedly started working.

This is one typical scene in a club run by the Deaf Technology Foundation (DTF), a nonprofit co-founded by Mr. Bitrus. It coaches deaf Nigerian children and young adults in computer programming and robotics which are believed to maintain a rising trend in today's labor market. The students also work to improve their reading skills and receive career guidance.

Mr. Bitrus' desire to change Nigeria's deaf communities was awakened in 2014. While teaching, he noticed a 13-year-old girl was treated unfairly and he became determined to learn sign language. Three years later, he got funded by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and established DTF.

One of the darkest memories that Mercy Samson Grimah, a student of the foundation, has about growing up is looking at the faces of people around her. Ms. Grimah says her private secondary school did not formally teach sign language to her, nor much of anything else. But fortunately, she formed a bond with the Deaf Technology Foundation. "I had never touched a laptop before in my life," she says. Now, she wants to become a computer scientist.

So far, DTF has been struggling to keep the dreams of these students alive, as it can only afford two paid instructors and it is difficult to keep up with the growing number of students. DTF intends to take advantage of Nigeria's rapid tech development, joining hands with companies on self-driving car technology and automated wheelchairs to secure its existence.

In cold winters, indoor water parks are good holiday choices, offering a warm and comfortable environment. In the list below, you'll find the best water parks that meet your various needs.

DreamWorks Water Park—East Rutherford, New Jersey

It has the world's biggest indoor wave pool. In your water activities, you can have fun with beloved Dream Works film characters such as Shrek, Po from Kung Fu Panda, and the penguins from Madagascar. With tickets, you can enjoy colorful lights after dark.

Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark—Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Warm your younger kids up to the water in the Tiny Timbers area, and then jump into the Activity Pool while they try the rope climb. Save time for the best attraction: Avalanche Falls. It presents popular songs along with shining colorful lights, making it feel more like a concert than a slide.

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort—Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Inspired by ancient Greek stories, this park offers themed attractions like Medusa's Slide (滑道) Wheel and the River Styx. The former is a famous water slide in America. After an exciting slide, you can relax with a float (浮板) on the river. Booking a room provides free entry to the water park, making it a good choice.

Kalahari Indoor Waterpark & Resort—Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania

The Virtual Reality Waterslide, a first in the U. S. , is a must-try. Riders wear waterproof headsets that put them into different digital environments. They can choose from various exciting settings, such as Jungle Adventure, Space Exploration and Candyland.

In a small country school, there lived two close friends named Ray and Toby. Ray came from a wealthy family, while Toby's family struggled to make ends meet. Despite their differences, the two were inseparable and shared a deep bond of friendship. They spent countless hours together, whether it was playing games after school, helping each other with homework, or simply sharing stories under the shade of the old banyan tree.

On a sunny afternoon, Ray brought his precious stamp collection to school, eager to show Toby his latest treasure — a rare (稀有的) stamp gifted by his uncle. Toby, who had never seen such beautiful stamps before, stroked the stamps gently, his eyes wide with wonder. "Such an amazing collection This rare stamp is incredible, Ray!" He exclaimed with admiration. After school, Ray packed the stamps back into his schoolbag and returned home, his heart light with the joy of sharing his passion with his best friend.

However, the next morning, Ray's joy turned to panic when he discovered that the rare stamp was missing. He tore through his room, searching every corner and every book, but the stamp was nowhere to be found. His heart sank as a troubling thought crowded his mind — Toby was the only one who had got up close and personal with the stamps. Could he have taken it?

The next day at school, he confronted Toby with anger. "Did you take my stamp?" he asked directly, searching Toby's face for any sign of guilt. Toby, shocked by his questioning, replied with mixed feelings, "No, Ray! I would never take anything that belongs to you. You're my best friend."

But Ray, consumed by frustration and disappointment, couldn't let go of his doubts. "You were the only one who saw it," he said coldly. "If you hadn't taken it, then where could it be?" Deeply hurt by Ray's lack of trust, Toby turned away without another word, his heart heavy with the weight of the accusation (控诉).

The days that followed were filled with an uncomfortable silence between the two friends. They avoided each other, the once-strong bond damaged by the loss of the stamp.

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Three days later, when Ray was tidying his desk, something dropped from his math textbook. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Ray's sudden rushing toward him took Toby by surprise. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

内容需包括以下三个要点：

1．学习与兴趣爱好的平衡；

2．时间管理的方法；

3．对未来发展的初步思考。

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Dear Wang Ming,

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Yours,

Li Hua

As teenagers grow up, they often face(conflict) with their parents. One common issue is about time(manage). For example, many parents complain that their children spend too much time on electronic devices instead of focusing on their studies. This leads to arguments parents and children. Sometimes, parents try to set strict rules(limit) screen time, may lead to disagreements. However, teenagers may feel controlled and become(anger). They argue that they need freedom to manage their own time. On the other hand, parents believe that is necessary to set rules to help their children develop good habits. Communication is the key to(solve) these problems. Both sides need to listen to each other patiently. Parents should try to understand their children's feelings, and teenagers should also respect their parents' concerns. they communicate openly, they can build better relationship. Remember, a happy family requires efforts from both parents and children.

My attention was focused on the thin little boy. He was4 a lovely smile, something that repeatedly5 my conscience (良知) — he should not be dying. To6 my own pain, I told myself that perhaps he wasn't aware of his7.

Still in a state of8, I asked him some more related questions in a9 voice. The boy tickled (称呼) me "Doctor Uncle", and he said, "I see you are10. Don't feel sorry for me. I know I have a big disease and soon I'd be a star in the sky."

Hearing what he said, I wanted to scream: dying is no11. The pain is almost unbearable. Trying hard to keep tears in my eyes, I asked if he had a dream before12 a star. He thought for a second and answered: an ice cream.

I13 to the store immediately and bought two.14, he was able to have a treat of his lifetime. After eating them, he told me, "Doctor Uncle, you are my Genie (神)!"

I did not know if I had done anything unusual to be15 a Genie, but I knew one thing: if that is how I could be one, I wanted to be a Genie for more.

Sure, you and your friends probably have some similar interests, but that's not always the case. In an effort to keep everyone happy, go over travel plans and expectations ahead of time. Have each person categorize activities or sights into "must-see", "want to see" and "would go if we have time". Plan accordingly and make sure everyone can see some of their top attractions.

Communicate and respect each other. Everyone has personal preferences when travelling— from getting the bed closest to the bathroom or sitting in the airplane's window seat. But sometimes things don't go as you like. In this case, share your requirements directly with your travel companions. Have a conversation when problems arise, for communication is the key.

Don't disappear. When travelling with a group — or even just one other person — you may want some alone time. That's completely fine, but make sure your friends know where you are and have a way of contacting you.

Get off your phone. Of course, your friends will understand if you need to take a call from a family member, or in the event of a work emergency, but other than that, try to stay off your phone. After all, the appeal of this type of trip is to spend time with friends. Just enjoy it!

A. Give each other some space.

B. Include at least one activity for everyone.

C. So it's important to make sure you and your friend(s) are on the same page.

D. At the same time, listen to their concerns and be respectful of them.

E. Don't respond to less important work contact or send messages frequently.

F. It's especially true of travelling in foreign countries or unfamiliar places.

G. And remember that consideration and respect go a long way.

For starters, exercise is typically futile for weight loss. Take walking for example. A 150-pound person who walks for 30 minutes will burn, on average, around 140 calories. That's equal to one can of soda — not exactly a great return on your investment of time and effort. It's much easier just to skip the soda.

When exercise is added to a diet, the results are equally unimpressive. Researchers found that a combination of dieting and exercising produced no greater weight loss than dieting alone after six months. At 12 months, the diet-and-exercise combination showed an advance, but it was slight — about 4 pounds on average.

In studies where exercise has produced meaningful weight loss, participants burned at least 400 to 500 calories per session on five or more days a week. To achieve that, a 150-pound person would need to walk a minimum of 90 minutes or run 30 minutes per day. In short, sessions need to go well beyond what most of us are willing or able to do. And even if we manage to make that much effort, our bodies often compensate (弥补) by boosting desire for food and slowing down metabolism (新陈代谢), which over time limit how many pounds we lose.

When exercise fails to meet our weight-loss expectations, we often stop working out. Perhaps the biggest problem with exercising to drop pounds is that it turns physical activity into punishment — a price we have to pay for a slimmer body. How many times have you heard someone say "I'll need to do extra exercise" after eating too much? We treat exercise as a form of self-punishment for being "bad". In this case, we' re unlikely to keep doing it for very long. The conclusion is that we're more likely to treat exercise positively and actually do it when we focus on our well-being rather than our weight.

Having dyslexia (阅读障碍), Kevin left school at a young age and then managed to support himself by taking odd jobs. In his mid-30s, Kevin finally landed an opportunity for a job with some promise: working for a sheriff's department (治安部门). Amazingly, when he came clean with them about his education, they said they'd hire him as long as he got his GED. He agreed, optimistic about this new career potential, and kind of excited about giving school another chance.

Kevin studied with a tutor (家庭教师), and he did it for more than a decade, learning and practicing and correcting his mistakes, every free moment he had, often late into the night. It was a huge challenge, something Kevin compares to"climbing a mountain."In fact, as Kevin took tests along the way, he did something interesting with each of his results. He posted them on his bedroom wall so that he could watch his progress."I needed to see myself moving forward, and I wanted to speak,"he said.

Finally, he made it."I can't really describe what it's like to finally achieve this,"he said."I can hardly even put it into words. People are giving me graduation gifts! It's a dream come true."

This might sound like a perfect ending. But for Kevin, it's a new beginning. He's on a roll, and his next step is college. "Now that I've accomplished my GED, I'm hungry for education,"he said.

The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

Charles Duhigg explores how habits shape our lives. Using real-life examples, he presents how understanding the "habit loop" can help improve health, productivity, and relationships. This book offers practical strategies for making lasting changes that lead to remarkable results.

503 pages, 4.27 out of 5 stars

The Book of Joy by Emma Green and John Reynolds

In this delightful book, Emma Green, a respected life coach, and John Reynolds, a renowned psychologist, share insights into finding lasting happiness. Their engaging conversations, filled with wisdom and humor, offer a road map to living a joyful life despite challenges.

291 pages, 4.51 out of 5 stars

Educated by Tara Westover

Educated is a powerful memoir (回忆录) that tells the story of Tara Westover, who was raised in a poor rural area and had no formal education until the age of 17. Her determination to educate herself and her journey to earning a PhD from Cambridge University are both inspiring and thought-provoking.

464 pages, 4.19 out of 5 stars

The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

Nora Seed finds herself in a magical library where she has the chance to explore different lives she could have lived through each book learning valuable lessons. This imaginative novel is perfect for readers who enjoy stories about second chances and self-discovery.

368 pages, 4.15 out of 5 stars

Jane and her younger brother Tom were still sleeping when the phone rang in the living room. She opened her sleepy eyes and looked at the clock on the table. It was already nine o'clock! She quickly put on a coat and ran to answer the phone, and on the other end came the warm greeting. "Good morning!"

It was from her father, who was a seaman and rarely came back. Suddenly, Jane's sleepiness disappeared.

"Good morning, Dad. Why do you call us so early on the weekend?" Jane said. "Tom and I have been very nice recently." "My dear, today is your mother's birthday, and I have ordered a cake online and it will be sent to our home late in the afternoon. Do remember to take the cake. It is my surprise for your mother." Her father called.

Hearing her father's words, Jane felt a little ashamed. How could she forget her mother's birthday?! Their parents paid a lot for their family, especially their mother.

While she was chatting with her father, Jane looked around the room and saw a lot of dirty clothes on the sofa. The floor hadn't been cleaned for a few days since her mother had to work all this week.

She looked at the clock again and was sure that she still had enough time to prepare a surprise for her mother.

"Well, Dad, now I'm going to wake Tom up. We will give Mum a surprise, too!" Jane said and hung up the telephone.

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Jane hurried to Tom's room and shared her plan with him.

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"Happy birthday, Mum!" Jane and Tom shouted when their mother opened the door.

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(1)野生动物的现状

(2)保护野生动物的建议

(3)保护野生动物意义

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When it comes to wildlife (protect), all species-the good, the bad, and the ugly-should be treated (equal). Pandas, dolphins, and other cute animals (be) important, but we must pay attention less cute wildlife, too. The world needs all (variety) - without diversity (多样性), our planet cannot survive. So if you want the future to be beautiful, you have to give the ugly chance.

Billions of trees are cut down every year in order (make) paper for humans. Every tree is cut down is a part of the habitat of animals such as koalas. In this way a lot of animal homes will (destroy)! So it is quite wrong to make animals (home) so that humans can have more paper.

One Saturday, we went3. As we got into the checkout line, I4 something: our cashier (收银员) was very5! She6 no smiles, no greetings and no small talk. Her "anger aura (光环)" was obvious and kind of7 to me. When we8 to check out, I was thinking that we should just pay for our things and leave quickly. My dad had a different9. When it was our turn, he started10 her.

Dad said, "Hi, how are you today? This is my son. I have a restaurant, and we11 together. It's called Queenie's Weenies. Drop by my restaurant sometime and I will12 you to my hot dogs, I'm good at cooking them" By the time we13 checking out, the cashier was smiling. She said, "Thanks, umm… I hope you and your son have a very nice day."

Back in the car, Dad said to me, "The cashier was obviously14 today. It happens to everyone. Smile15 or give a few kind words, which is all it takes to make one a little more delighted."

Walking is good for your heart

Walking is considered as cardio (有氧的) exercise, no matter the speed at which you take it. Studies show that walking can reduce the risk of heart disease and lower your resting heart rate and blood pressure.. You can go for a 30-minute walk once a day or break it up into three 10-minute parts.

What benefits physical health often benefits mental health-the same is true for walking. Just five minutes of walking can lower anxiety. If you have any kind of green space nearby, try to take advantage of it. One study showed that people who went on a 90-minute nature walk reported fewer bad feelings.

Walking can improve your sleep

. Getting outside in the day for a walk can also help you stay awake in the morning and get sleepier toward the night. If a nighttime walk is your preference, experts suggest you finish it three hours before bedtime.

Walking can help with fat loss

Walking is a type of cardio workout that is good for fat loss and can help you achieve or keep a healthy weight. It should be done regularly and for long periods of time.. A brisk (轻快的) pace refers to a 17-to 15-minute mile, or 50% to 70% of your maximum heart rate.

A. Walking can help reduce stress

B. That can help you sleep easily during the day

C. Here are some of the benefits walking offers you

D. Walking in the day can help you get a better night's rest

E. Good walking can also keep your head up and looking ahead

F. Experts suggest walking 30 minutes a day, five to seven days a week

G. Walking at least 45 minutes a day at a brisk pace will see the most benefits

At the same time,Americans say they don't put kindness first when it comes to teaching kids values. Among all participants, honesty is taught more than kindness as well as other things like courage,leadership and storing work ethic(道德). But the younger generation—those aged 18-24—think highly of kindness rules. They choose kindness by 10% over honesty as the most important quality to teach kids.

The question of whether kindness is learned or taught—or somewhere in between—causes different opinions. According to the study,Americans have different opinions on whether kindness in something one is born with or needs to be learned and nurtured over time. Slightly more than half (52%) of the participants believe that all of us are born with the ability to show kindness, while 48% believe kindness must be developed.

Parenthood(父母身份) makes a difference to your thoughts on the causes of kindness. Those without kids (56%) are more likely to think that people are born to be kind, while 50% of the participants with kids think kindness is developed.

Also, 51% of dads and 54% of men with no kids believe kindness is something time is born with. Slightly more than half of the moms say kindness must be learned,while 48% believe it is what one is born with.