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The National Ballet of China staged a production of Guo Nian, the Chinese version of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington between January 29th and February 2nd, with seven shows (celebrate) Chinese New Year.

This adaptation moves the story from its traditional Christmas setting to the Spring Festival, time of family reunions, integrating elements like the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac. The ballet keeps Tchaikovsky's (origin) score while weaving in typically Chinese cultural symbols such as paper fans, porcelain, and firecrackers, (complete) absorbing the audience in the atmosphere of the Spring Festival.

Star dancers Fang Mengying, Zhou Yue and Chang Sinuo (take) on leading roles, attracting both locals and visitors alike. Under conductor Zhang Yi, the symphony orchestra provided an attractive musical backdrop, strengthened the narrative (叙述) of love, magic and tradition. Artistic director Feng Ying emphasized the (significant) of these performances as UNESCO put the Spring Festival on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity last year, in recognition of (it) growing global appeal.

These shows not only celebrate Chinese culture promote cross-cultural understanding. Through dance, music, and storytelling, the National Ballet of China has bridged two worlds, offering an insight into the heart of Chinese celebrations and traditions. The success of Guo Nian underlines the increasing international recognition of Chinese cultural traditions, paving (铺) the way for even (great) cultural exchange.

Palace Museum Goes Zero Waste

The Forbidden City, not only a treasure of history and culture a pioneer in sustainable development, is striving to become zero-waste museum.

In January 2020, the Forbidden City Museum launched the "Forbidden City Zero-Waste" project. This initiative aims to minimize waste (send) to landfills through scientific waste management. The museum repositioned trash cans based on researches, (reduce) their number from 310 to 110 groups. Moreover, waste is classified into four major and seven minor (category) for more precise disposal.

The (environment) project also transforms recyclable waste into creative cultural products. What's more, the ecological compost (堆肥) flower bed in the Arrow Pavilion Square has become a small ecosystem, garden waste is turned into organic fertilizer.

This project (recognize) as a 2023 Green and Low-Carbon Series Model Case by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. Over the past four years, it has attracted the participation of 3,000 staff members and 21 million visitors.

In the future, the Forbidden City Museum will continue to innovate and expand the achievements of the "Zero-Waste" project, making full use of its role as a public participation base green and low-carbon initiatives. The goal is (engage) more people in environmental protection and further enhance the influence of the "Green Forbidden City".

Attentive and active listening means absorbing and being able to accurately recall what the other person has said, to reach a mutual understanding. Learning how to listen attentively is a vital communication skill that has many benefits for both the listener and speaker.

No Misunderstandings.

Actively listening to what the other person is saying reduces the chance of misunderstandings. It involves reflecting and confirming that each person can comprehend what is being said, so that the facts and concerns are accurately heard. .

Willingness of Speaker to Open Up More.

Attentive listening shows respect for the other person's feelings and point of view, which encourages the individual to open up more and express further concerns. Someone who feels valued through active listening is less likely to feel judged. .

Identifies Agreements and Disagreements.

Attentive listening provides the opportunity to identify both areas of agreement and disagreement between both negotiators, as well as any mistakes. , they can easily put disagreements into perspective and decrease their significance, making more positive and effective communication.

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When a person knows her opinion is being heard and acknowledged, it is likely that she will be more willing to think about an alternative point of view or soften her own argument. , it is often easier to considering another person's position. Listening attentively helps both parties to gain a deeper understanding of each point of view and move forward toward a successful solution.

A. Gains an overall perspective

B. When agreements are recognized

C. Considers different points of view

D. By doing so, it can promote better mutual understanding

E. When personal feelings and views are allowed to be freely expressed

F. When personal views are respected and valued through attentive listening

G. Therefore he will be confident to explain his feeling and viewpoint in detail

With that in mind, we developed a series of cross-disciplinary (跨学科的) activities. In our most recent study, we investigated how well college students could use their chemistry knowledge to explain real-world biological phenomena. To begin with, we interviewed 28 first-year college students majoring in sciences or engineering. All had taken both introductory chemistry and biology courses. We asked them to identify the content of these courses and what they believed to be the take-home messages from each course. The students responded with extensive lists of topics, concepts, and skills that they'd learned in class.

Following that, a set of cross-disciplinary activities were designed to guide students in the use of core chemistry ideas and knowledge to help explain real-world biological phenomena. One activity explored the impacts of ocean acidification on seashells. Here, the students were asked to use basic chemistry ideas to explain how the increasing level of carbon dioxide in sea water is affecting shell-building marine animals such as corals, clams (蛤蜊) and oysters.

Overall, the students felt confident of their chemistry knowledge. However, they had a harder time applying the same chemistry knowledge to explaining the biological phenomena. These findings highlight that a big gap remains between what students learn in their science courses and how well prepared they are to apply that information.

The students in our study also reported that these activities helped them see links between the two disciplines that they wouldn't have perceived otherwise. The ability to make these connections is important beyond the classroom as well, because it's the basis of science literacy (科学素养). So we also came away with evidence that our chemistry students at least would like to have the ability to have a deeper understanding of science and how to apply it.

This year, something happened that changed everything. I had been feeling pain in the left side of my stomach for months, but doctors were unable to figure out the problem. At the same time, I began noticing that my beloved drink left an awful aftertaste I had never noticed before. In late June, after opening up my second can of the day, pains shot across my stomach, and that was my last soda. Just like that, I was done, after 39 years. Why did it take so long? Was I truly psychologically dependent, or was it simply a bad habit?

The American Psychiatric Association doesn't specifically list Diet Coke addiction. However, research indicates its addictive potential. Ashley Gearhardt at the University of Michigan points to the two "culprits" that can be found in Diet Coke: aspartame (阿斯巴甜) and caffeine. Aspartame, 200 times sweeter than regular sugar, and caffeine work together to keep us desiring more.

As of now, I'm on Day 41 of being Diet Coke-free. The initial days were extremely difficult due to caffeine withdrawal, but I'm committed to maintaining this new lifestyle. My stomach hurts less, and my sweet tooth is not as persistent. I am quite pleased with myself for having altered a lifelong habit. If can do this, I can do anything, even if it takes 40 years.

Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays.

Unique beaches

Yonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyakojima, where white sand stretches for seven kilometers. The ocean is colored in emerald blue, attracting visitors with its beauty.Compact Sunayama Beach, known for its arch-shaped rock, is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel of trees.

Diverse and colorful fish

Snorkeling is a must-try in Miyakojima. Dense coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features.For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Imgyo Marine Garden, Waiwai Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots.

The bridges

Irabu Bridge is the longest toll-free bridge in Japan. It connects Miyakojima and Irabujima,stretching for 3540m, drawing a gentle curve. The length of the bridge can also be read as"san go no shi ma," meaning coral island in Japanese. Smaller bridges connect Irabu and Shimoji islands,giving visitors additional beach options. On Shimoji Island, there is a boardwalk around Tooriike,two dramatic marine ponds connected to each other and the sea by an underwater cave system.

Fresh island food

Delight your senses with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Miyako beef, delicious Miyako soba (noodles served in soup), or fresh fruit. Okinawa prefecture boasts the highest mango yield in Japan,and Miyako Island's warm subtropical climate is optimal for growing fresh, juicy mangoes. Ice cream with a pinch of salt known as "yuki shio (snow salt)"does more than simply keep you cool.

Even before I finished dialing. I somehow knew I'd made a mistake.

"You got the wrong number!" an old male voice snapped (厉声说) before the line went dead. Puzzled, I dialed again. "I said you got the wrong number!" came the voice. Once more the phone clicked in my ear.

At that time, I worked for the New York City Police Department. A policeman is trained to be curious and concerned. So I dialed a third time.

"Is this you again?" the man said. "Yeah, it's me," I answered. "I was wondering how you knew I had the wrong number before l even said anything? The only thing I can think of is...nobody ever calls you."

"You got it." The phone went dead for the third time.

Smiling, I dialed the man back. "Well,if nobody ever calls you, I thought maybe I should. " At last, I had got through. Now he was curious. I told him who I was and asked who he was.

"My name is Adolf Meth. I'm 88 years old, and I haven't had this many wrong numbers in one day in 20 years!" We both laughed. We talked for 10 minutes.     

Everyone Adolf had been close to had died. Then we discovered we had something in common: he'd worked for the New York City Police Department for nearly 40 years. Telling me about his days there, he seemed interesting even friendly.

I called Adolf the following afternoon and several days later. He shared fascinating memories of World Wars I and II, the Hindenburg disaster, and more.

I was not just being kind to a lonely man. Talking to Adolf was important to me because I, too, had a big gap in my life. Raised in orphanages (孤儿院), I never had a father. Gradually, Adolf took on a kind of fatherly importance to me. I talked about my job and college courses, which I attended at night. Adolf warmed to the role of consultant. He often listened patiently and offered advice filled with the wisdom of a lifetime.

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One evening, Adolf mentioned his 89th birthday was coming up.

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I drove to his address to hand-deliver the present.

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Sayram Lake lies on the northern slope of the Tianshan Mountains. Although it is less than one fifth the size of Taihu Lake in East China, its water volume is five times (great). Standing by the lake, one can hardly tell the lake from the sky, for the blue sky (reflect) on the calm lake surface, while the sky in distance resembles a body of calm water. Sayram lake shore area is also home to abundant cultural remains (leave) by ancestral inhabitants.

The scenic area was thus established to preserve the lake's charms. It is easy (access) for travelers. This tourist destination is recommended as an addition your west-route travel plan, and is best visited in June and July — the high summer the thick ice on the lake is thawed (解冻) and wild flowers dominate the surrounding grassland.

The scenic area's management committee (make) great efforts over the past decade to improve the lake's water quality and protect the area's biological diversity. Today, Sayram Lake attracts travelers back home but also (global). Statistics reveal that the average number of daily (visit) to the Sayram Lake scenic area has exceeded 20, 000 since July this year.

For most of the kids, school is a place where they can develop a relationship with learning in a2 environment. For James, the opposite.3 with learning and behavior. Disabilities made him in4 education. "The special education system at the time was a lot more5 on behavioral than educating," he said.

Reading6 carried over into James' adulthood and it significantly7 his employment opportunities and affected his self-esteem (自信). However, when he and his wife decided8 to their family of three, James became determined to change things.

Starting his journey with a book of inspirational quotes gifted by his wife, James began reading bits out loud and9 to TikTok. Being a motivational speaker, he would often combine his interests with his heartfelt honesty and personality.10 will often send James more books to read in hopes for his book reviews.

But perhaps the biggest11 has been the way reading has12 James' relationship with his son. In an interview, he shared that they've not only13 over books but reading has proven to be a great14 for mental health, which has helped James become a better parent. James' new goal is to read 100 new titles by 2024 —15 for any bookworm in this day and age.

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Top students bear no breaks on study time. Once the books are open or the computer is booted up, phone calls go unanswered, TV shows unwatched, and snacks ignored. Study is business; business comes before recreation.

Get organized.

Paul Melendres, a straight-A freshman from New Mexico, keeps two folders — one for the day's assignments, another for papers completed and graded. . Melendres' methods have actually proven effective. Even students who don't have a private study area remain organized to cut down time-wasting searches.

Clean up your act.

Neat papers are likely to get higher grades than sloppy ones. "The student who turns in a neat paper," says Claude Olney, an Arizona State University business professor, "is already on the way to an A. It's like being served a cheeseburger. ."

Speak up.

"If I don't understand what my teacher is explaining, I asked him to repeat it," says Christopher Campbell. Class participation goes beyond merely asking questions, though. . "Better academic grades come from better understanding." says Campell. "I don't want to memorize information for tests only."

Test yourself.

As part of her note-taking, Domenica Roman emphasizes points that she thinks may be covered during exams. . Later she gives herself a written examination before test day. "If I can't answer the questions satisfactorily, I will go back and review." she says.

A. Set priorities.

B. Schedule your time.

C. She designs test questions based on them.

D. It's a matter of showing intellectual curiosity.

E. A bag or drawer keeps essential supplies together.

F. Hard work isn't the whole story behind their academic grades.

G. You can't believe it tastes good if it's presented on a dirty plate.

But now, Stanford Medicine researchers have developed an artificial intelligence-powered computational program that can predict the activity of thousands of genes within tumor cells. The tool was created using data from more than 7,000 diverse tumor samples. The team showed that it could be used routinely to predict genetic variations in breast cancers and to predict patient outcomes.

"This kind of software could be used to quickly identify gene signatures in patients' tumors, speeding up clinical (临床的) decision-making and saving the health care system thousands of dollars," said Olivier Gevaert, PhD.

The researchers began with 7,584 cancer biopsies (活检) from 16 different cancer types. Each biopsy had been sliced into thin sections and prepared. After the researchers integrated their new cancer biopsies as well as other datasets, including images from thousands of healthy cells, the AI program-which they named SEQUOIA-was able to predict the expression patterns of more than 15,000 different genes from the stained images.

To test the effect of SEQUOIA for clinical decision-making, Gevaert and his colleagues identified breast cancer genes that the model could accurately predict the expression of and that are already used in commercial breast cancer genomic tests.

The AI model can't yet be used in a clinical setting, but Gevaert said his team is studying its potential applications. In the future, he said, SEQUOIA could reduce the need for expensive gene expression tests. "We've shown how useful this could be for breast cancer, and we can now use it for all cancers," he said. "It's a whole new source of data that we didn't have before."

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2. 给出自己的建议。

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How to resolve family conflicts

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These days, a sedentary (久坐的) lifestyle is often a (common) accepted part of modern-day living, but this kind of lifestyle can come with serious health risks. So, what can you do about it? A new study published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise has an answer.

In the study, 11 healthy, middle-aged and older adults (invite) to sit in a lab for eight hours for five days. On one day, they sat for the full eight hours, only (get) up for bathroom breaks. On the other days, the researchers tried different (strategy) for preventing the participants from sitting long, their goal being to discover what the (little) amount of walking we could do to reduce the harmful effects of sitting long.

they found was that a five-minute walk every half an hour was able to significantly reduce blood sugar levels and (tired), and improved the participants' mood. That said, they saw that even short walks — such a one-minute walk every hour — still reduced blood pressure in the participants.

it comes to breaking out of a sedentary lifestyle, it can be hard to know where (begin). But this study provides a stepping stone to discovering how best to feel the full benefits of movement.

"Breakfast is3," she calls, bringing the entire family to the dining table.

She4 lays the plates and serves our family at the table. It is5 how effortlessly she attends to each person's unique tastes, making a meal that feels6 for each of us. Not only does she put so much7 and love into each meal, but she also makes each meal the only time when everyone8, sits down and takes the time to enjoy each bite. The dining table9 the center of the family's conversation and connection, a space where we10 not just food, but our lives. As we11 each other's struggles, we offer support and advice. We update each other on our work projects and brainstorm ideas for future vacation plans.

These days, when12 and easy meals are so popular, like microwave dinners and ready-to-eat kits, making a meal from scratch (从零开始) might seem highly13. However, my mother spends hours in the kitchen every day14 for us. I know it's her way of15 love.

It's no secret that the internet is home to some shady characters, but staying safe online doesn't require you to turn your internet off. Instead, stay mindful and take a look at these easy tips on internet safety.

When it comes to online safety, it goes without saying that you should never share your passwords, banking information, or address online. Keep in mind that identity theft isn't the only risk. For example, information about your relationships could be used to figure out answers to your security questions or even give hackers (黑客) a tip-off when it comes to guessing your password.

Double-check any links before you click.

When checking your email or looking through social media, make sure you know and trust any links before you click on them. One way to tell if a link is safe is to run a mouse over it. Check to make sure the preview link matches the site it should be from. You can verify (证实) the correct site link by googling the company name.

Create and use complex passwords.

You should always use complex passwords to improve internet safety. If you need some help coming up with a secure password, here are some tips. Make it at least 15 characters long-longer, if possible. Don't use sequences of numbers or letters, like "qwerty."

Back up your data.

Most Macs and PCs have the option to let you back up your data, and it's worthwhile taking the time to do it every so often. Data backups can be a lifesaver if your computer gets infected with a virus.

A. Be careful who you chat with.

B. Mix up letters, numbers, and symbols.

C. Don't share your personal information.

D. This will show a preview of the full link.

E. This tip includes links sent to you by friends.

F. You can restore your computer to its original state.

G. Some details are riskier to share than you'd expect.

Research shows that a teacher's posture can be important in successful classroom behaviour management and that, when trying to convey a message, how you put your point across can carry much more significance than the point itself.

In a 2018 study, Teachers' Strategy of Positioning in Teaching Young Learners by Novi Rahayu Resuningrum, of YARSI University in Indonesia, it was said that if you use a strong posture and confident body language, you show your students that you're approachable, that you support their learning and that you aren't posing a threat for them to act out against. What's more, the study showed that this positioning is an element that needs to be considered carefully before teaching, or when you plan the lesson, to be able to teach effectively in terms of time and method.

But what is a "confident" body position? And what else do you need to know about the signals that your body is giving out around behaviour management?

For a start, trying to look tough will almost certainly fail, says Esther Miltiadous, a body language expert who works with the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique. The organisation is set up by teachers to train colleagues to act properly. "Trying to look authoritative by having a military posture, with your chest out and shoulders back, can be really tiring on the body, and it's also quite aggressive (咄咄逼人的)," she explains.

The first thing many will think of is the different writing system. Indeed none of the State Department's hardest languages is written with the Latin alphabet (字母表) used by most European languages. Chinese stands out for its difficulty. Arabic is alphabet, with just a couple of dozen letters. Its two complications are that letters change shape depending on where they appear in a word (beginning, middle, end or alone) and that short vowels (元音) are not written.

A second way languages can be hard is with sound distinctions that do not exist in the learner's language. In Hindi, the t-and d-sounds can be retroflex (卷舌音的) or not, making two different letters that can distinguish two different words (moti with a retroflex means "fat, thick" and with a non-retroflex t means "pearl").

The words obviously matter too. Most European languages share an ancestor and so their words, too, often come in related pairs. If you know water in Spanish is agua, it is easy to figure out Italian aqua and English aquatic. Languages unrelated to European ones will lack linguistic (语言的) similarity in vocabulary.

Grammar can further complicate foreign language learning. Therefore, the overall hardness of a language can be seen as the sum of the difficulty of its writing system, sounds, words and grammar. These come in different percentages: one professor of Chinese has called it the most difficult language he has ever learned to write and the easiest he has learned to speak.

If you want to learn a language just for fun, start with Swedish. If you want to learn an impressive number, stay in Europe. But if you really want to impress, boosting your brain power to master Chinese is the sign of the true linguistic Ironman.

Beginning her research in Tanzania's Gombe Stream National Park in 1960, the 26-year-old Goodall brought a fresh perspective to animal behavior studies. With no formal scientific training, she pioneered a compassionate, non-invasive approach to observing chimpanzees. She broke scientific conventions by giving the chimpanzees names like "David Greybeard" instead of numbers, allowing her to document their individual personalities and complex emotional lives. Her patience and dedication led to revolutionary discoveries, including her observation of chimpanzees using and making tools — a capability once thought unique to humans.

Goodall's most famous discovery came when she witnessed David Greybeard modifying a twig to "fish" for termites. This finding, along with her records of chimpanzees exhibiting behaviors such as hunting, warfare, and displaying emotions like grief and joy, fundamentally challenged the boundaries between humans and other animals. Her methods, initially criticized by some scientists, ultimately revolutionized the field of primatology and established a new paradigm for animal behavior research.

Beyond her scientific contributions, Goodall transformed into a global conservation leader. She established the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 and founded the "Roots & Shoots" youth program in 1991, empowering young people in over 100 countries to take action for people, animals, and the environment. Honored as a UN Messenger of Peace and receiving numerous awards, including the presidential Medal of Freedom, Goodall's true legacy lies in the enduring hope she instilled in millions worldwide. She proved that one person's dedication can indeed change the world.

T-Centralen Station

Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm has no shortage of striking subway stations, but perhaps the most recognizable is T-Centralen station. Known as the "blue platform," this cave-like stop is decorated with plant patterns painted on raw granite rock (花岗岩) by artist Per-Olof Ulvedt. The station is one of the first in the city to host works of art.

Toledo Station

Naples, Italy

Toledo station offers a futuristic look. The station has become a source of inspiration for photographers thanks to its underground room dominated by Crater de Luz, a sculpture by architect Oscar Tusquets Blanca, which passes through each level of the station. The walls are covered in a mosaic (马赛克) of white, blue, gold, and black tiles (瓷砖).

Old City Hall Station

New York, City the US

Though it hasn't been in use since 1945, the Old City Hall stop is still one of the most beautiful stations in the New York City subway system. Among the standout features are the skillfully tiled archways by Spanish architect Rafael Guastavino, as well as the arched ceilings, skylights, and colorful glass windows.

Arts et Métiers Station

Paris, France

Arts et Métiers station lies below Paris's surface like a submarine (潜水艇). As you step inside, your eye is drawn to massive gears (齿轮) hanging from the ceiling and portholes filled with imagery from the 19th century. The station was updated in 1994 by Belgian comic book artist François Schuiten, who drew inspiration from the science fiction works of Jules Verne and the nearby Musée des Arts et Métiers, an industrial design museum featuring inventions from the 18^th and 19th centuries.

1. 晚会的安排 (时间和地点)；

2. 晚会的内容；

3. 期待他参加。

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Dear Mike,

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Yours,

Li Hua