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The Golden Circle's Hidden Gems

Most visitors flock to the Golden Circle's iconic trio: Thingvellir National Park, Geysir hot springs, and Gullfoss waterfall. However, few explore the nearby Friðheimar Tomato Farm. This geothermal greenhouse serves tomato-based dishes (try the Bloody Mary soup!) while demonstrating Iceland's renewable energy innovations.

Westfjords: Untamed Wilderness

Escape crowds in the remote Westfjords. Hike Hornstrandir Nature Reserve's cliffs where Arctic foxes roam freely. Don't miss the Dynjandi waterfall —— a 100-meter waterfall resembling a bridal veil. Local tip: Rent a 4x4car; gravel roads require sturdy vehicles.

Sustainable Soaking

Blue Lagoon (泻湖) may be famous, but consider less-known geothermal pools. Sky Lagoon near Reykjavik offers a seven-step ritual blending Viking traditions with modern spa therapies. For eco-conscious travelers, Vok Baths in East Iceland use 100% natural geothermal water without artificial heating.

Midnight Sun Adventures

Visit between May-July for 24-hour daylight. Join locals hiking Mount Esja at midnight or kayaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon under the golden glow. Pro photographers recommend capturing Seljalandsfoss waterfall with the sun hovering at 2 AM.

Responsible Travel Note

With overtourism concerns, authorities urge visitors to:

• Stick to marked trails

• Choose eco-certified accommodations   (look for Vakinn labels)

• Support rural communities by visiting East Iceland and the Highlands

When to Go

•Winter (Nov-Mar): Northern Lights, ice caves

• Summer (Jun-Aug): Midnight sun, puffin (海雀) colonies

• Shoulder seasons: Lower prices, fewer crowds

It was a weekend. I had already planned to hang out with my friends. However, my mother called after work, her voice filled with childlike excitement. She explained that her company was having a spring outing the next day and asked if I could stop by the bakery on my way home to buy her a bag of coconut bread for lunch.

Without even thinking, I refused, telling her I couldn't spare time because I had already made plans with my friends. She bargained with me for a long time, insisting that it's just buying a bag of bread — it wouldn't take long or delay me. She was almost angry by the end of it, so I reluctantly (勉强地) agreed.

But as soon as I saw the bakery from a distance, my heart sank. The store was packed, with a long queue snaking all the way outside. I couldn't help but groan (叹息) hopelessly. A: the line inched forward, I kept checking the time, standing on tiptoe to look ahead, dizzy from hunger. I couldn't understand my mother — why wouldn't she just stay home and rest on a weekend? Spring outings were for kids!

Just then, someone behind me called softly, "Miss."

I turned around, seeing a middle-aged woman I didn't recognize. Annoyed, I asked impatiently, "What?"

Her smile was almost humble. "Look, I'm just one person behind you, but that means I'll have to wait for another batch (一批). I'm buying this for my son — he's going on a spring outing tomorrow. I still need to rush home to cook dinner and take him to his tutoring class. If you're not in a hurry, I was wondering if..."

"Who are you buying for?" she asked.

Without hesitation, I answered, "For my mom. She's going on a spring outing tomorrow." For some reason, as soon as I said that, the entire bakery fell into silence. All eyes turned toward me.

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She asked loudly, "Who did you say you're buying for?"

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The woman ahead of me turned around and asked me to go first.

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Choose your battles carefully. One of the first lessons that we learn is to choose our battles. It is better to understand when you should engage in a conflict and when it will be wise to avoid any argument at all.

Always plan and strategize. Having a well-defined strategy before you enter any conflict can guide you through it. In fact, it is also important in everyday life to have clear smart goals to increase your chances of success. In other words, the way is to avoid what is strong and to strike at what is weak.

Knowing yourself is important but it is also equally important to know your enemy. Underrating your enemy can be the biggest mistake you make. Understand your strengths but also recognize your weaknesses. Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will not be endangered in a hundred battles.

Always be adaptable and flexible. You need to respond to your changing circumstances and adapt to them. Seize an opportunity whenever it arises. Victory belongs to those who can adjust to changing circumstances, seize opportunities, and remain responsive to their environment.

A. Planning is the core.

B. Assess your enemy and yourself.

C. Quick action outweighs thorough preparation.

D. He will win who knows when to fight and when not to.

E. Focus only on your strengths to control the competition.

F. You can only do it when you are flexible enough to adapt to new ideas.

G. This can help you develop strategies to protect the weakest parts of yourself.

What was once an "almost certainly deadly attempt" is "the new ironman triathlon", argues Will Cockrell, a journalist, in Everest, Inc, a fascinating new book. High-tech equipment and better understanding of the physiological (生理的) impact of high altitudes have brought new hopefuls to Qomolangma. But the biggest reason for the rising number of Qomolangma conquerors is the establishment of a professional guiding industry. For an incredible fee, between $35,000 and $110,000, experienced climbers will put inexperienced climbers on top of the world.

As with many extreme sports, Qomolangma offers a test. Amateurs want to know if they can achieve something physically and mentally demanding. People underestimate the risk of the adventure, which helps explain why interest in climbing Qomolangma increases after deaths are reported.

In this book Everest, Inc, the guiding industry exists to a large extent because of an inexperienced but passionate character called Dickbass, who had the crazy idea of climbing the highest mountains on all seven continents. He bought his way onto three different Qomolangma adventures and, in 1985, aged 55, he became both the oldest and least experienced climber to reach the summit. The sight of an average Joe on top of the world generated a media enthusiasm and the establishment of companies that could cater to the new demand for tours.

Everest, Inc ends on a confusing note. More people are reaching the summit, but more are dying halfway, too: 18 people died in 2023, the highest-ever number. Mr. Cockrell argues that there was no negligence (疏忽) on the part of the guiding firms. He suggests that Nepali guides consider themselves in the logistics business (后勤) and generally leave decisions of safety to clients. But amateur climbers make bad choices. The disaster in 1996 showed that even guides get these decisions wrong. Experts know more than ever about how to navigate Qomolangma safely. But that does not make it a safe place.

In a paper in the Journal of Pest Science, Zeeshan Tariq and Xiaoqun Wang at Soochow University in China use their background as textile engineers to turn the oils into long-lasting mosquito-repellent cloth that can be fashioned into outerwear.

The researchers created a solution (溶液) of silk fibroin and gum Arabic, a substance used to help the materials form into stable structures. The solution was stirred continuously at warm temperatures as lavender oil and water were added. Under these conditions, the silk fibroin and gum Arabic formed into tiny oil-containing capsules. When the solution was cooled, the stirring stopped and other important ingredients were added, the capsules sank to the bottom for collection.

They then tied many thousands of these capsules to pieces of cotton cloth. Keen to see if the cloth would drive mosquitoes away, Dr. Tariq and Dr. Wang turned it into arm-length gloves. Then three volunteers repeatedly put gloved arms into containers full of starving mosquitoes for five minutes at a time. The researchers noted how many of the mosquitoes landed on the volunteers' arms during each trial. As a control, each volunteer was also asked to wear a glove with no lavender capsules. It's reported that an average of 15 mosquitoes landed on eachcontrol glove, the average landing on each scented (有香味的) arm was less than one.

The researchers were also eager to test how well the cloth held up in the wash. They, therefore, threw the gloves into ordinary washing machines and repeated the trials. Even after 40 washes, an average of only 2.5 mosquitoes landed on the 15% gloves during trials. Success has rarely smelled sweeter.

Every Friday night, the campus would come alive as students from diverse backgrounds gathered in circles, swinging together in Tibetan dance. These dances, where elegant moves bridged cultures, not only sparked my curiosity but deeply moved me. They highlighted the power of dance to unite people across different ethnic groups. Attracted by these interactions and the beauty of Tibetan culture, I often dreamed of dancing atop the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau — the "roof of the world". This dream became a reality when MUC offered a valuable opportunity to experience and engage with the culture I had come to admire from afar.

Upon arrival in Lhasa, the challenge of adapting to the high altitude at over 3,000 meters was discouraging. Despite my concerns, the strong reaction I experienced was not physical discomfort but rather a deep emotional response to the warmth and generosity of the Tibetan people. Their spirit, far more impactful than the thin air, touched my heart deeply.

The depth of spiritual and cultural richness I encountered in Xizang was reflected in the everyday interactions with the locals. This was reflected not just in their actions but also in their cuisine, which became a transformative element of my journey. The taste of fresh, creamy butter and the discovery of butter tea were sources of inspiration. Each sip and bite deepened my understanding of Tibetan culture, revealing culinary delights previously unknown to me.

This journey not only brought me closer to fulfilling my dream of visiting all provincial-level regions in China but also deepened my appreciation for the intricate tapestry of human connections across cultural boundaries.

It was a sunny Saturday, and the sky was a clear, brilliant blue. Emily, a ten-year-old girl with wild curls, skipped down the path to the local farmers' market, her pink sneakers bouncing with each step. She clutched a carefully saved five-dollar bill, its edges worn from countless folds. Her goal was simple: buy fresh strawberries for her mom, who had been feeling down after a long week at work. Emily remembered how her mom used to love making strawberry pies, and the sweet aroma (香味) always brightened her mood.

As she reached the market, colorful stalls and a medley of scents greeted her — the earthy smell of vegetables, the sweet fragrance of flowers, and the warm aroma of baked goods. Vendors called out their best deals, their voices rising and falling in a lively chorus. A group of children laughed nearby as they chased each other around a stall selling handmade toys. The sound of coins clinking in cash registers mixed with the cheerful chatter of shoppers. Emily's eyes sparkled at the plump, red strawberries. Just as she was about to approach a stand, a soft whimpering (哀鸣) caught her attention. Following the sound to a corner, she found a small, dirty puppy with big, sad eyes. Its thin body trembled, a tight rope leaving a mark around its neck. The puppy's fur was matted, and its ribs showed through its skin.

Emily's heart melted. She knew she had to help. With the five-dollar bill in her hand, she was considering how to get the best of both worlds. Thinking of her mom, yet unable to ignore the puppy's suffering, Emily made up her mind. She bought a loaf of bread and fed the puppy, whose tail wagged weakly. Suddenly, a stern voice interrupted them. "What are you doing with that stray dog?" Mr. Thompson, the market security guard, approached her with a serious expression.

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Emily's eyes widened in fear, but she stood her ground.

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As Emily listened to Mr. Thompson's words, hope filled her heart.

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1. 健康生活的重要性；

2. 你保持健康生活的方式；

3. 呼吁大家养成健康生活习惯。

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Social media, while increasingly criticized for spreading fake news and enabling cyberbullying, poses one of our era's greatest dilemmas: balancing its benefits against risks to children's health. A rarely (discuss) issue is children's being exposed to social media advertising, particularly (ethic) problematic junk food promotions.

Young children struggle to differentiate ads from regular content, even older ones, though aware of marketing intent, remain unconsciously influenced. Junk food ads, linked to obesity, intensify moral concerns. Despite governments' duty to protect children, few nations (regulate) such advertising effectively so far.

Regulators traditionally focus on ads "targeted especially at" children, are limited to TV or billboards near schools. However, the WHO emphasizes reducing children's overall (expose) to junk food marketing, including indirect ads during family TV programs or sports events.

In the social media era, platforms exploit user data — age, location, psychological traits — (target) the children most interested in unhealthy products. Alarmingly, this precision now offers regulators a tool. Ireland's Health Department introduced a code (state) that HFSS (high fat, sugar, and salt) food ads on social media "shall not target under-15s." the code is voluntary and age verification remains uncertain, it marks progress by covering all social media. To protect children, global cooperation (require). However, this initiative highlights a path forward.

This experience slowly4 my confidence. I stopped speaking in class, convinced my "broken English" was5 of attention. Then, a quote by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie struck me: staying silent allowed others to "define my story". I vowed to6 my voice — not by masking my accent, but by mastering clarity. I7 recorded each practice speech, adjusting tone and pace until my meaning8, and sought feedback to prioritize structure over perfection. Gradually, small signs of9 emerged: a classmate leaning in with a nod, and a tutor scribbling "excellent point" beside my name.

The10 point came during a debate on refugee policies. Hands trembling,   I11 to share my living experience in Lagos. The room fell silent. When I finished, the tutor said, "That's the12 we've been missing." For the first time, my words felt not like13, but bridges connecting diverse minds.

This journey taught me to own my narrative unapologetically. My accent is a part of my identity, not a flaw to erase. Language, I've realized, requires the14 to share truth, even when it sounds different. In a world hungry for15 voices, believing in the value of our own voices is the boldest act.