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A Latin translation of The Tao Te Ching, (forget) in the British Library for more than 300 years, has recently been rediscovered and published through the efforts of Misha Tadd, a scholar at Nankai University.

Tadd says, "Compared with The Analects of Confucius, which (root) in the traditions and rules of the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), The Tao Te Ching does not involve specific names, places, social systems." This quality allows it to go beyond cultural boundaries and speak directly to universal human concerns.

Tadd's connection with The Tao Te Ching began at the age of 14, when he came an English edition in a small-town library in the United States. That chance encounter sparked one-of-a-kind interest in Chinese culture.

Years later, while (study) a Latin translation of The Republic by Plato, Tadd wondered if The Tao Te Ching could also be translated into Latin. His search eventually led him to the British Library, he discovered a Latin manuscript of the text, translated by early missionaries. He discovered parts of the manuscript were faded and (complete), and it was not until 2022 that he obtained a full digital scan of the work. He spent a long time transcribing, comparing, and annotating the text word by word. "It requires enduring (patient)," Tadd says.

The thought system of The Tao Te Ching is grounded in China, but its interpretation and influence are now (true) global.

At checkout, his card4. He wasn't even surprised; he just quietly asked the cashier to remove items until the total5 worked. The woman behind us in line, who didn't look6 at all, suddenly7 and said, "Ring it all up on mine."

My dad refused. But the woman8. He refused harder, his face turning slightly red. She looked him9 in the eye and said, "Sir, someone did this for my family when I was 7 years old. I remember how10 it made my dad feel to be unable to provide. But I also remember how we ate that week. Let me pay it forward. You can pay me back by doing the same for someone else when you are11"

She paid $83 for his groceries and12 to give her name. She just remarked that his turn would come and left. My dad cried in the car. Faced with numerous hardships, he never13 in his life, yet that stranger's silent understanding finally broke through his defenses.

I'm going to remember this. Next time I see someone14 change at checkout, I'm going to be that15 for them. Kindness, I realized, is a chain that should never stop moving.

Cultivate a growth mindset

A growth mindset is the belief that your abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. Instead of seeing challenges as unbeatable barriers, you should view them as chances to improve.. By focusing on learning and perseverance, individuals can significantly enhance their Adversity Quotient. This shift in thinking allows people to see themselves as active participants in their growth rather than passive victims.

Having a strong support network is crucial in times of adversity. Surrounding yourself with positive individuals can provide encouragement and guidance. Sharing experiences and looking for support from others who have faced similar challenges can help in building resilience and enhancing your adaptability. Knowing you are not alone often provides the extra strength needed to keep moving forward.

Learn from every setback

Every failure presents an opportunity for learning and growth.  Reflecting on past experiences and identifying areas for improvement can contribute to the development of your resilience. This habit prevents individuals from being frozen by the fear of making mistakes again.

 With the right mindset, strong external support, and a habit of reflecting on setbacks, anyone can navigate life's storms and emerge stronger than before. Resilience, after all, is not about never falling, but about how quickly you get back up.

A. Lean on a reliable community

B. Expand your social connection

C. Focusing on the negative side of a crisis is a natural tendency.

D. This internal perspective acts as a guide through hardship.
E. High AQ individuals actively draw lessons from their failures.

F. It serves as a practical tool to evaluate one's future potential.

G. Embracing these shifts in attitude will lead to lasting growth.

The study conducted by a research team found that people around the world could identify lullabies (摇篮曲), dance songs, and comforting songs — regardless of the songs' cultural origin — after hearing just a 14-second clip (片段). The finding suggests that not only is music deeply rooted in human nature, but that some types of songs break cultural boundaries.

The findings are based on a wide-reaching experiment in which 750 online participants in 60 countries listened to brief clips of songs collected from nearly 90 small societies around the world, including hunter-gatherers and some special farmers. Participants then answered six questions, rating each clip according to whether they believed the song was used for dancing, calming a baby, treating illness, or expressing love. Two additional uses — mourning (哀悼) the dead and telling a story — were included as controls.

The data showed that despite participants' unfamiliarity with the cultures, the random sampling of each song, and the short duration of the samples, people were able to reliably infer the songs' functions, and that their ratings were consistent across the world.

The findings ran counter to expert expectations. The team had also asked professionals, including performers, composers, psychologists, and scientists about whether they believed people would be able to identify the song types. Their answer was no. And not only that, but they predicted that people's responses will be inconsistent with one another. "That's not what we found," the researchers said.

The researchers also wanted to know whether listeners were recognizing certain non-musical characteristics of the songs. To test that, the team conducted a second study. This time, they asked listeners about a number of contextual and musical features, ranging from the gender of the singers to the rhythm of the song.

When data from the two studies were combined, the results showed that songs of the same function shared similar characteristics — lullabies, for example, tended to be slower and simpler than dance music — suggesting that something about musical characteristics crosses cultural boundaries.

Previous research has already shown that higher levels of education are connected to higher earnings, but the exact relationship between high school grades and income wasn't well understood. French notes that while good grades are important for getting into college, this study is the first to show their impact on how much money people make later in life.

The study used information from the National Longitudinal Survey of Adolescent Health, looking at the records, demographics (人口特征) , and backgrounds of over 10, 000 people. Their educational background and income were checked when the participants were between 24 and 34 years old, which was about ten years after they finished high school.

The study looked at data for men and women separately and found that women generally have higher high school GPAs, but men earn more money each year. However, no matter the gender, a higher GPA makes it twice as likely for someone to finish college.

It's also interesting to note that without considering GPA and other performance measures, students from disadvantaged backgrounds seem to have lower levels of education compared to their peers (同龄人) . However, when these factors are included, these groups of students achieve higher levels of education if they have similar high school GPAs to their peers. This could be because students with good grades, regardless of their initial socioeconomic status, are more motivated to go to college.

By understanding the importance of high school performance, teachers and counselors (辅导员) can help students see how it affects both their short-term goals like getting into college and their long-term goals like how much they'll earn as adults. The findings of the research are important for policymakers and educators who want to help students succeed.

It's me, Faisal Abdullah Malik, your son from Pakistan, who crossed the border for a heart transplant. You saved my life a decade ago by making a decision that only a mother as extraordinary as you could make.

On 26 December 2014, both our lives changed forever. Karthick, your beloved son, was brought to Tirupur Government Hospital, near Coimbatore, in southern India, after a tragic road accident. He was later transferred to G. Kuppusamy Naidu Memorial (GKNM) Hospital. When the doctors declared him brain dead, you had to face the unthinkable, holding his hand, saying your silent goodbyes.

In the depths of that unimaginable grief, Mom, you made a choice that speaks of boundless courage and selflessness. You not only gave me Karthick's heart but also donated five other organs, giving the gift of life to six strangers. You made this difficult decision without ever questioning the race, religion, or nationality. Your decision was solely about saving lives.

Today, as a father of two growing children, I can truly understand the magnitude of your sacrifice. I can only imagine the storm of emotions you must have battled. Did you question if it was the right decision? Did you fear it was too much to bear? And yet, in the darkest hour of your life, you chose life for others. You chose hope. I know Karthick must be so proud of you, as am I, Mom. I am alive today because of your strength.

Tearing apart the political divide, I have longed to meet you, Mom. I have travelled to Chennai several times since receiving Karthick's heart, always hoping to somehow find a way to Coimbatore. But my medical visa restricts me from travelling outside Chennai. You might be wondering why I don't even call you? Names of donors and recipients are kept confidential, and I feel helpless.

Allah tells us in The Qur'an, "Whoever saves a life, it is as if they saved all of humanity." Mom, you embody it. I love you, Mom, forever and always.

Yours always,

Faisal

For years, my next-door neighbor, Mark, and I had a routine. Every summer, while he visited his grandchildren in another state, I would care for his beloved garden. It was a masterpiece of colorful flowers and plump, juicy tomatoes, all carefully planned and cared for. In return for my efforts, Mark always brought me back a box of salted caramel candies from his favorite shop up north. It was a simple, perfect exchange of trust and friendship.

This year, however, was different. A major work deadline left me stressed. When Mark knocked with his usual request, I almost said no. Seeing his hopeful face, I agreed. For the first week, I was diligent, watering every evening. But as my deadline got closer, my visits became rushed. I'd quickly spray the hose (软管) over everything, not paying attention to the details.

One evening, I noticed the soil around the plants was bone dry, but my mind was on the report I had to finish. I gave everything a quick shower, my eyes fixed on my laptop screen through the window. I failed to notice I'd left the hose running against the fence, creating a steady stream flowing toward Mark's flower beds.

The next morning, I stepped outside and froze in horror. The vibrant flower bed was a muddy mess — many flowers bent and beaten-down by the water. Guilt washed over me as I tried propping up broken stems, but it was useless.

The day Mark returned, I saw him pull into his driveway. He got out, waved cheerfully at me, and then walked towards his garden. I watched from my window as his steps slowed. He stopped and just stood there, staring at the damage. He didn't turn to look at my house. He just quietly walked into his home, his shoulders slumped. The silence from his house was louder than any angry words. I wanted to go over, to explain, to apologize, but my pride and shame held me back. Days turned into a week, and we avoided each other, the comfortable wave between us replaced by a painful distance.

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As my conscience was tearing me apart, I knew I couldn't let this continue.

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As I turned to leave, he called out, "Hey, wait."

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Dear Mr. David,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Chinese literature took center stage at the London Book Fair (LBF) on March 11, (demonstrate) active literary and publishing exchanges between China and the United Kingdom.

"Literature, as key form of cultural expression, continues to serve as a bridge for mutual understanding between civilizations," Li Liyan, minister counselor for cultural affairs at the Chinese embassy in the UK, said the opening of a series of signings and launch ceremonies. In recent years, a growing number of Chinese works (translate) and published abroad, allowing international readers to gain a vivid, multidimensional, and authentic view of contemporary China.

During the event, the "Young Chinese Writers International Promotion Program" was officially launched, marked a major step toward introducing contemporary Chinese voices to global audiences. "Over the next two years, it aims (spotlight) at least 50 emerging Chinese authors through various forms, including new media campaigns, international promotional events, author interviews, reading sessions, video productions translated works," Ni Cheng, deputy general manager of China Publishing & Media Journal, said.

Held from March 10 to 12, the London Book Fair is one of the world's most (influence) platforms for copyright trading and publishing industry exchanges. The annual event attracts more than 1,000 exhibitors and over 30,000 publishing (professional) from the UK and around the world. For many, it's a crucial opportunity to introduce (they) to the global market and establish valuable connections.

On March 4, someone1 Koko wandering around a shopping mall in Clark, New Jersey, and called the Clark Township Police Department.

Officer Nick Kurus2 to the call and brought Koko back to police headquarters. From there, staff members began working to3 her family. They eventually obtained contact information for the last recorded owner. When Kurus made the call, the reaction on the other end of the line was pure4.

Koko's owners had been searching for answers ever since she5 in Texas two years earlier. Over time, they had come to believe they might never see their beloved dog again. That changed instantly with one6 phone call.

The family7 made plans to fly to New Jersey, and a8 was scheduled. In the meantime, Koko became an honorary9 of the police department. Instead of sending her to a10, officers cared for her themselves while waiting for her family.

When the11 reunion finally happened, it was everything everyone had hoped for. Police said Koko ran straight to her mom the moment she arrived. The grateful owners thanked the department for the kindness and12 they showed their dog. For the officers who had grown attached to their temporary station mascot, the goodbye was a little13.

"We will miss you, Koko," the department wrote on Facebook.

One14 still remains: no one knows how the adventurous pup15 to travel all the way from Texas to New Jersey during the two years she was missing.

In our fast-paced digital world, most people struggle with stress and feelings of being overwhelmed. More and more people are looking for effective ways to relax and improve their mental health. Among them, walking outdoors in nature has been proven to bring amazing and lasting benefits to our mind.

Studies show that walking in green spaces lowers levels of cortisol, the body's main stress hormone. Research from Stanford University found that a 90-minute walk in a natural setting significantly decreases activity in the part of the brain linked to rumination — repetitive negative thinking that fuels stress and depression.

Another key benefit is increased creativity. When you walk in nature, your brain enters a state of "soft fascination". Unlike urban environments that demand constant, directed attention, nature provides gentle, low-effort stimuli that let your brain rest and recharge.

Try to walk without your phone. Disconnecting from screens lets you fully engage with your surroundings — listening to birdsong, feeling the breeze, or watching sunlight filter through leaves. It also helps you disconnect from work or digital stress.

Research suggests that spending a total of 120 minutes in nature each week is linked to long-term improvements in mental well-being. Whether it's a lunchtime stroll, a weekend hike, or simply sitting under a tree, nature is free, accessible medicine for your mind.

A. Even small daily doses add up.

B. The mindful presence enables you to calm down.

C. However, simple and natural methods are often ignored.

D. It allows your mind to wander and make new connections.

E. Being free from digital devices affects work efficiency greatly.

F. The longer you stay in nature, the better mental health you will gain.

G. This reduction in stress leads to improved mood and reduced anxiety.

Small wonder, then, that so many people worry they will soon be redundant to requirements. Earlier this year global Google searches for "AI unemployment" hit an all-time high. In cities such as London and San Francisco, "How long do you reckon you have left in your job?" is a common topic of conversation. But is ChatGPT actually putting anyone out of work?

Lots of experts claim that it is. Many point to a recent paper by Carl Benedikt Frey and Pedro Llanos-Paredes, both of the University of Oxford, which suggests a link between automation and declining demand for translators. At the same time, however, official American data suggest that the number of people employed in interpretation, translation and the like is 7% higher than a year ago. Fintech firm Klarna also reversed its AI-driven customer service automation, reaffirming human support options. Some link young college graduates' higher relative unemployment to AI replacing their entry-level knowledge-intensive tasks, but this trend began in 2009, long before generative AI emerged, and their actual 6% unemployment rate is low.

Analysis of US occupational employment data shows AI-vulnerable white-collar jobs (back-office, finance, sales, etc.) have not seen AI-related losses; their employment share even rose slightly. US unemployment is low at 4.2% with strong wage growth, contradicting claims of declining labor demand. Other wealthy economies show a similar trend: the OECD's 2024 employment rate reached a record high, with solid earnings growth in the UK, euro area and Japan.

There are two competing explanations for these trends. First, few firms actually use AI for serious work, with less than 10% of American companies employing it for production. Second, companies adopting AI tend to retain workers, as the technology mostly boosts efficiency rather than replacing jobs. Whatever the explanation, for now there is no need to panic.

James Irungu Mwangi, a Kenyan environmentalist, calls the area the "Great Carbon Valley". He believes the rift has two key advantages for "direct air capture" (DAC) stations: renewable energy and suitable geology to store carbon.

In fact, DAC plants need plenty of energy. Electricity drives fans to pass air over chemicals that absorb carbon dioxide, while more heat is required to make the chemicals release the gas. The Rift Valley is particularly suited to meet this energy demand due to its unique geological features. With thin Earth's outer layer and great geothermal (地热的) potential, Kenya can generate huge geothermal power, and waste steam from geothermal stations can heat DAC equipment. As most of Kenya's power is renewable, DAC will not increase global warming.

Capturing CO₂ is only part of the process; it must be safely stored. The Rift Valley's extensive porous basalt, a volcanic rock, is ideal for this: CO₂ dissolved in water is injected into the rock, reacts with basalt to form carbon-rich minerals, and will not leak back into the atmosphere.

This model is not merely theoretical. A similar combination of geothermal energy and volcanic rock has already attracted companies elsewhere. Climeworks, a Swiss firm, opened the world's biggest DAC plant in Iceland in 2021. It can remove some 4,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide a year from the atmosphere at a cost of $600 — 800 a tonne.

Kenyan startup Octavia Carbon is building the world's second-largest DAC plant in the Rift Valley. Its founder hopes to sequester carbon dioxide much more cheaply, thanks to low-cost renewable energy, geothermal steam and lower labor costs for skilled workers. Its pilot plant will be completed next year at a cost below $500 per tonne, with a goal to drop it under $100 in five years, far cheaper than industry forecasts.

She gave me a judgment-free space to learn from youthful mistakes and discover my true potential. Beyond teaching me literature and journalism — skills that fueled my career as a writer — she modeled how to live a fulfilling, self-driven life, which was rare for a woman I'd known then. Growing up in a small town, I struggled to imagine a life beyond it, even fearing success despite good grades; I'd have stayed forever if I could. Mrs. Korthaus changed that.

With sculpted cheekbones, straightforward speech and great enthusiasm, she celebrated students with Oprah-like joy, cheering, "YOU get an A!" We flocked to her for college recommendation letters, for she could help us see our own strengths. She opened a window to the world for us small-town kids through writing, literature and communications. Besides, she organized various after-school activities, showing us her passion for life.

Famously standing on a chair to state her point, she'd thunder "The hu-MAN-uh-teez!", wave her fist in the air like Braveheart. To her, the humanities revealed human dignity and the universal need to feel worthy, in oneself and others. She never demanded attention; her sheer joy of learning inspired it. She saw every student deeply, understanding that behavior reflects a child's sense of being loved — a gift that made us thrive in her class and in life.

More than 25 years after graduation, after building a writing career away and moving back, I still consider myself her student. It's with her as my clear role model that I answered an unexpected life call forever shaped by her wisdom and spirit.

In Jiangxi's Huichang Hakka villages, bian'e — exquisitely carved wooden door plaques (牌匾) with 2 — 4 characters — carry family mottos, history, and values. Brought south by northern migrants in the Song Dynasty, they represent Hakka migration, scholarship, and morality. As national intangible heritage, they reflect Confucian virtues and stabilize society. Though the craft faces a shortage of successors, inheritors like Xiao Tianchang keep the tradition alive, preserving a living system of values in wood.

Behind the Clay Figure Zhang — Carving out festive spirit

As the Year of the Horse approaches, inheritors of Tianjin's intangible cultural heritage present horse-themed works. Tianjin Clay Figure Zhang draws inspiration from ancient art, combining realism and artistry to show the horse's spirit. Inheritors create lively pieces for young people and teach thousands of students for free.

A taste of home, shaped by hand

The Chinese Traditional Culture Museum in Beijing holds a Year of the Horse Spring Festival exhibition (Jan 20 — Mar 20), featuring exquisite huamo (artistic steamed buns). These decorative buns, with patterns of flowers, animals and trendy elements, are larger and more delicate than ordinary ones. Young inheritor Zhang Beiyuan innovates huamo with modern designs to attract young people, passing on the cultural heritage.

Traditional strokes, contemporary canvas

Yangliuqing New Year paintings, a northern Chinese woodblock tradition dates back to the late Ming Dynasty. They depict door gods, folk life, operas and landscapes, with complex techniques earning them fame as "China's premier New Year painting". Listed as national intangible cultural heritage in 2006, they now go beyond paper, appearing in marathons, exhibitions and cultural products, integrating traditional art into modern life.

To broaden her son Zhang Ming's international perspective, Ms. Liu, a Chinese mother, decided to send him to a summer camp at a junior high school in Britain. They stayed with a host family. Its owner was Lily, a kind and warm-hearted local woman. During the summer camp, Zhang Ming enjoyed various activities every day, making new friends and learning about British culture.

One afternoon, after finishing the summer camp activities, Zhang Ming returned to the host family. He felt extremely thirsty, with sweat pouring down his face. He could hardly catch his breath and began to have a terrible headache. Ms. Liu immediately realized that her son was suffering from heatstroke (中暑). She knew she needed to relieve his symptoms in no time.

Quickly, Ms. Liu found a spoon from the kitchen. She asked Zhang Ming to lie on the bed and gently scraped (刮) his back with the spoon. Just as she focused on scraping, Lily passed by their room.

When she saw Ms. Liu scraping Zhang Ming's back with a spoon, she was greatly shocked. She thought Ms. Liu was abusing her son and couldn't help but let out a cry.

Ms. Liu was disturbed by Lily's cry and stopped at once. She explained to Lily patiently that this was a traditional Chinese treatment called guasha, which was used to treat heatstroke. She told Lily that guasha could help promote blood circulation (循环) and relieve the discomfort caused by heatstroke. Although Lily listened to Ms. Liu's explanation and the misunderstanding was cleared up, she still doubted whether guasha was really effective.

Three days later, the weather was even hotter. When Ms. Liu was in the living room, she saw Lily walking unsteadily, holding her head. Lily said she felt dizzy and hot, and could barely breathe. Ms. Liu quickly checked and found that Lily also had heatstroke. She immediately offered to treat Lily with guasha.

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Lily hesitated for a moment, and then agreed to give guasha a try. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In the following days, Lily shared her experience with neighbors. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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2. 分享感悟。

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Dear Jason,

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Yours,

Li Hua

In a factory in Anshan, northeast China's Liaoning Province, workers were busy producing Easter crafts like rabbits and colored eggs, destination was America. "Previously, we (chief) produced products based on orders for overseas customers, with a limited variety and simple manufacturing processes. Now, we have both our own brand a professional design team developing over 1,000 new products," said Li Xiaowei, general manager of Qixiang Crafts Co., Ltd.

This scene at Qixiang Crafts illustrates how Chinese small goods are evolving from basic products to cultural ambassadors, (light) up holidays worldwide with originality and design. The shift from order-based manufacturing to brand-building (reflect) a broader trend in China's small goods industry.

"We made candle decorations like the Great Wall for foreign clients without our own brand in the past. Now, the help of policy, we have factories and design centers in Europe, selling branded goods," said Wang Lixin, founder of Talent Group, candle and fragrance (香薰) brand in Dalian City, Liaoning.

At trade (fair), Talent's Christmas-themed products attract global buyers. The brand integrates Chinese culture into modern fragrances, winning awards and reaching over 100 countries.

From Easter eggs to Christmas candles, China's small goods are not just (afford) items, but a carrier of culture and (innovate). As businesses integrate storytelling and quality, they redefine global festival experiences, promising sustainable growth in the years ahead.

On hearing her practice, I thought this was a great idea but I wasn't sure how it would5 with my little kids. Actually, it was6 initially, which was similar to my friend's experience. Worse still, my youngest didn't quite understand the7. When she finally understood, she just expressed gratitude for8 things like bubble gum (泡泡糖). My son was unwilling, too. He often said one or two things in order to finish the9 as quickly as possible.

Luckily, things get better now. My kids often10 to speak. They take their sweet time,11 all the things in the day they are grateful for. Gradually, it has become a12 into their lives, through which we can hear about things happening at school. We know which family13 stick with them.

I've learned that my kids14 a lot more than I think, that they do15 the little and big things that we do for them, and that they have way more to teach me than I have to teach them.

Scientists have long known flowers attract bees with colors and sweet smells. But new research has shown that flowers might also be tuning into the sounds that bees make. Bees, when they fly and search for food, produce gentle buzzing sounds (嗡嗡声). For a long time, scientists didn't think these soft sounds mattered much to plants.

In a pioneering study, researchers discovered that some flowers respond to the buzzing of bees by producing sweeter nectar. That means flowers can attract bees visually and through smell. This incredible finding opens up a new understanding of the complex interactions between flowers and bees.

But how can a flower hear? Plants don't have ears like animals, so they must be doing something different. Researchers believe that flowers pick up vibrations (振动) from sound waves. These vibrations move through the air and touch flowers, causing tiny movements that plants can sense. In the same way, flowers might vibrate slightly in response to bee sounds, signaling the plant to produce sweeter nectar.

Plants often react to other environmental clues, like sunlight, wind, and touch. Responding to sound waves may just be another clever way that plants adapt to their surroundings and communicate with their partners.

A. This is similar to pulling a guitar string.

B. Bees are also rewarded for buzzing nearby.

C. This type of sensing is not unusual in nature.

D. Bees use their sight and smell to find flowers.

E. However, recent experiments suggest otherwise.

F. The sweeter the nectar is, the happier the bees are.

G. On the contrary, bees know what sounds plants prefer.