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When I walked in, the students didn't even notice my presence. I had to knock on the desk and say the greeting for the day. In response they just stared at me. It felt like they were examining every inch of me, and at that moment, I wanted the floor to open up and make me disappear from the face of the earth. Nervously, I began the lesson. I spoke perfect English. I took out the charts and hung them on the board. The class was silent. No one broke away from his or her stare. But when I started to finger one student at random to respond to my questions, the rest of class restarted their own activities, most of which were getting into arguments with their neighbors.

At that point I began to realize how inexperienced I was. All the theories I had learned and memorized in college about wonderful learning behaviorism and class communication seemed inappropriate and useless. I had to think on my feet about how to resolve the conflicts between the students and try to direct their short attention into my well-crafted lesson. The students began to speak with each other in Thai. I tried to speak in Malay. They didn't understand me. They ignored me. Grateful for a handful of students who sat in the front rows and who appeared more academically focused than the rest. They managed to converse with me in Malay.

Teaching is tough, I suppose, because the learning that I experienced as a student was always a sheltered environment. I went to the best schools, and I had wonderful parents and teachers who supported my learning process one way or the other. I now know that reality bites, and I learned that the hard way.

Data from the Endangered Languages Project analyzed by Statista reveals that thousands of languages from around the world are currently in danger of dying out. The role of languages in the DNA of cultures cannot be overstated, nor can the importance they hold as frameworks (框架) upon which our societies develop. Languages evolve to reflect the environment in which they are applied, as well as the people and the cultures that are using and adapting them as time passes by.

The following infograpic shows the languages classified as threatened and endangered in 2022 (by region).

Globalization is a significant killer of languages, as a research paper by Amano et al. states: "The dominating effect of a single socioeconomic factor, GDP per capita (人均), on speaker growth rate suggests that economic growth and globalization are primary drivers of recent language speaker declines. This has been the case mainly since the 1970s onwards, for instance, via associated political and educational developments and globalized socioeconomic dynamics."

Despite the decline of many languages, we can find hope knowing that it's possible for almost extinct languages to bounce back. Awakening languages might not be more than the number of endangered ones, but they provide an encouraging sign that the right efforts and resources have the power to bring dying languages back to life.

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Over the past years, Suzhou in Anhui Province has rolled out a range of (initiative) to boost the physical and mental health development of teenagers, which are producing remarkable outcomes. For instance, at the city's minor psychological (心理的) health consulting center, teenagers can release stress and stay active (use) tools such as VR exercise bikes and inflatable boxing targets. This year alone, so far the center (conduct) psychological assessments for more than 1 million teachers and students.

Miao Xunhong, mother of participant, says she can see the positive influence of sports on her child. She mentions that her son used to (stick) at home but now he is more eager to go out, socialize and exercise even on rest days and his psychological assessment results also have improved since joining team sports.

"The benefits of sports now extend the court and campus and into our home. As my son has become more lively and outgoing, our relationship has improved. Furthermore, through competitions, winning and losing, he has learned resilience (坚韧不拔), helping him develop reflective abilities a tougher mindset," Miao adds.

This year, Suzhou plans to expand its cooperation with more schools to establish a (comprehend) sports development framework facilitates young athletes' growth. Professional coaches will make weekly visits to schools, co-teaching physical education classes alongside school teachers and providing specialized after-school training, ensuring skill (enhance) and sustained progress.

Students in Andrew's class travel 5 to 15 kilometers each day to attend his lessons. The daily4 reflects the broader barriers to5 in Zambia, where over 800,000 primary school-aged children are out of school.

Andrew6 to let these barriers limit the potential of the7 young learners who make the daily journey to his classroom. Drawing from local culture, he8 traditional games — like skipping rope. These9 helped children understand numbers and develop foundational skills in10 ways. At the same time, he11 support from the school administration and fellow teachers, even using his own funds to obtain essential teaching materials.12 to developing a sense of professionalism and13 among teachers, Andrew and his colleagues printed T-shirts decorated with "Catch-Up Program Teacher". It was a small but powerful14 that reinforced their identity as teachers dedicated to transforming learning outcomes.

One of his students15 Andrew's impact best: "My mother asked me why I go to school. I replied, to become just like my teacher when I grow up."

The researchers were exploring the advantages of scholarly culture. They were interested in an extra finding that some call the "radiation effect". "The radiation effect is a situation where children grow up around books, but they don't read books. But somehow books benefit them, even though they don't read them as much as their parents wish them to," said Joanna Sikora, a scientist in Australia. Joanna and her workmates studied information collected between 2015 and 2019 by the Organization for Economic Development. The survey tested the literacy, numeracy (计算能力) and technological abilities of more than 160,000 adults from 31 countries. And it included a question about how many books participants (参加者) had in their homes during adolescence (青春期). "What we were able to make clear was that people growing up around books had better literacy, numeracy and technological problem-solving skills than people who had fewer books growing up but had similar education levels, similar jobs, and even similar adult habits in connection with reading or working at numeracy-improving activities," she said.

In fact, teens who only made it through high school but were raised in a bookish environment did as well in adulthood as college graduates who grew up in a house without books. Now, how might a simple display lead to intellectual (智力的) improvement? "If we grow up in a house, in a home where parents enjoy books, where books are given as birthday presents and valued, this is something that becomes a wealth of knowledge and gives us this lifelong driving force (驱动力) to always come close to books and read more than we would."

So keep shelves filled with books. Your kids will not only be thankful, they'll be more likely to be able to spell "thankful" correctly as well.

The team observed over 105,000 female and male health professionals in midlife for 30 years. Participants regularly completed detailed dietary questionnaires. The researchers scored these answers based on eight different healthy dietary patterns. These patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet or the DASH diet, generally encourage high intakes of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats, while limiting red and processed meats. They also carefully examined the amount of ultra-processed foods participants consumed.

The results are promising. A total of 9.3% of the population aged healthily. Overall, those who stuck to any of these healthy dietary patterns were more likely to age well. The top performer was the AHEI diet. People with high scores were much more likely to live past 70 in good health than those with low scores. Another strong option was the PHDI, which emphasizes plant-based foods while considering planetary health. In contrast, eating too much processed meat and sugary drinks lowered the chances of healthy aging.

The researchers emphasize that there is no "one-size-fits-all" diet. Healthy diets can be adapted to fit individual needs and preferences. The main goal is to eat mostly plant-based foods with a moderate inclusion of healthy animal products. This flexibility helps people maintain an independent and active quality of life as they age, which is a priority for both individuals and public health.

However, the study has some limitations. The participants were all health professionals, meaning their socioeconomic status and education levels might be higher than average. To apply the results more widely, future studies should repeat the research in populations with more diverse backgrounds.

Humans have long collected objects to remember experiences. With the rise of industrialization and tourism, souvenirs became more common. Souvenirs bring back happy memories, serving as a simple way to say, "I was there." "At the heart of our actions is a desire to feel heard, seen and connected," explains Madarkal, a professor in India.

Travellers today are more aware of their impact on local community, but the problems caused by travel souvenirs are often overlooked. In a 2022 Australian report, up to 75% of souvenirs marketed as "local" are made overseas. Real goods are expensive due to time-consuming labour involved, so some shops sell cheap fakes (假货) with most customers giving little regard to their origins. While buying fakes may seem to support local sellers, it often minimizes the profit of the traditional handicrafts, creating a negative cycle.

So, how can you buy meaningful souvenirs? "Be curious... it's not just about buying or choosing carefully, it's about rejecting and explaining why," said Madarkal. Asking where an item comes from and how it is made is a good first step. Choosing unique designs over mass-produced goods at fair-trade markets helps support local communities. Intentions also matter, as souvenirs should be chosen for personal meaning rather than habit. And souvenirs don't always have to be objects — journals or skills gained can become lasting reminders.

Ultimately, there's no universal rule for a "meaningful" souvenir. But next time you're grabbing a quick airport souvenir, pause and reflect.

One Central Park (Sydney, Australia)

A park at the foot of the building literally continues up the structure, as vegetation of 250 species of Australian plants and flowers cover One Central Park. An architectural website says it has 25% less energy consumption compared with a conventional building of its size.

Shanghai Tower (Shanghai, China)

Shanghai Tower has a transparent second skin wrapped around the building which creates a zone of captured air that serves as natural ventilation (通风), reducing energy costs. Besides, 270 wind devices incorporated into the right side power its outside lights.

Marco Polo Tower (Hamburg, Germany)

Each floor of Marco Polo Tower is turned a few degrees away from the one below, around an axis (轴线). This allows for recessed (嵌入式) buildings that protect residents from direct sun. This tower also includes many other green features. There is a heat exchanger on the roof that turns warm air into a cooling system. And the natural ventilation can make residents sleep soundly without being disrupted by outside noise.

Torre Reforma (Mexico City, Mexico)

Torre Reforma rises to 807 feet and stands tall on energy-saving measures, too. The tower's slimness maximizes the amount of natural light let in, which in turn cuts down on the need for electric lights. And when the weather permits, controls can automatically open windows to let air in.

The district championship game between Academy and Apache was physical and intense at the Academy of Classical Christian Studies in Oklahoma City. Apache was the visiting team from another city. The Academy players were falling behind and struggling, and the coach of the team, King, knew they'd have to try their best if they wanted to win. Scoring was back and forth until the fourth quarter, when Apache took the lead by 14 points with four minutes left on the clock.

King called one last timeout (暂停). "If we want to win this game, this is the time to do it," he told his players. The captain Sam nodded and promised to go all out.

Academy came out of the timeout with new energy, playing as if they had nothing to lose, scoring shot after shot to pull within a few points of Apache. Then, with two minutes left to go, the referee blew the whistle, stopping play because there was a disagreement between scoreboard and scorebook.

The scoreboard showed Academy was losing by 4 points; the scorebook showed that Academy was losing by 2. League rules state that the scorebook is the ultimate result not the scoreboard. The scoreboard was then updated to 43-41 with Apache leading.

The game went on. Academy freshman Lily Payne hit a 3-point buzzer-beater to top Apache by a point for the school's first-ever district championship. The Academy won! The home crowd rushed to the court as players celebrated with each other. But King walked to the locker room with a sinking feeling.

"I need to know if we won that game or not, just for my peace of mind," he said.

That night, King sat down at his kitchen table with the game tape. He watched the entire thing through, counting every point on a notepad. His gut (本能), it turned out, was right. Academy had actually lost the game by a point. He watched a second time to be sure.

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King decided to call players back and told them the bitter truth.

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With his team's support, King decided to deliver the trophy to the Apache players.

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My Views on Using AI Properly

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Here in Tengchong, the earth has shown me two of its personalities. One is the (silent) of the giant volcanoes, and the second is the noisy boiling hot sea. One is like a slumbering giant and the other is like a steaming kitchen. I can buy volcanic stone directly (dig) from the earth like chocolate and scrape my old skin cells off the feet hand. Here I am in the National Park, just imagine that where I stand now was the earth at its angriest a million years ago. There were volcanoes and magma everywhere. But look at it now, it is very (peace), lush and green. There are tourists everywhere. I am really excited about what secrets lie here.

(ride) on the hot balloon, I can find there are 7 volcanoes, most of I think are inactive. Then we are at the hot sea scenic area, and the vibe here is completely different. The air is full of sulfur that smells like bad eggs. In this way we can experience the impatience of the earth. The water is hot, and maybe I can't wait to swim in it, but it (ban). Steamed by the boiling heat of the fountains here, I can enjoy this eco-friendly and free-of-charge experience. (apparent), this place offers egg-steaming service. The tasty sweet (potato) are the things I like best. What I can also enjoy here is taking a foot bath with water from the hot spring for relaxation. It's such amazing place and I can explore so much diversity in the landscape.

She found a rope and lowered it into the well for him to climb up. But his leg was hurt. She tied one end of the rope to a tree and the other end around her waist. She ordered a relative to call for5 and then climbed down.

The moss-covered (长满青苔的) wall was6, and her feet kept sliding off. Meanwhile, the rope was cutting into her hands, leaving her palms7. Midway down, she looked down into the8, hoping to catch sight of him, but in vain. With no time to think, she jumped. The waist-high water was cold, filled with creatures that she could feel around her — fish, frogs and insects. Padmam searched9 until her hand touched his shoulder. He was10 and slipping down. With all her strength, she lifted her husband against the wall of the well, ensuring that his head stayed above the water. "I am11 you," she told him. "I won't let you go." Ramesan slowly opened his eyes.

Finally, the fire department arrived, and lowered a rescue basket into the well. Padmam helped her husband into the basket, and he was   12 inch by inch. With Ramesan safe, it was her13.

14, the couple had no major injuries. And the day that had begun like any other misty February morning ended as a lasting15: Love that fierce will descend into darkness — only to rise again.

Deal with it in a year

It's coming to the end of the year and, as I sit surrounded by presents, I feel a desire to get rid of them.  All of that youthful excitement about making a list, checking it twice, no longer exists. I have friends so cruel that they start to throw it away the moment they open a present. You can see them writing the description to sell it on. I don't approve. It is too cruel. Plus there's always a risk of being found out. My solution, which may not be perfect, is to put the presents I am not sure about in a bag and then hide the whole thing in a drawer.  This week, I've just discovered the presents from last Christmas. Now it feels safe to desert them though I bet I'm not the only one.

As I was trying to sort out my clothes, surrounded by 8 pairs of black trousers, a thought popped into my head: I need help. I'd been sorting out things for years yet still had too many clothes and "nothing to wear". That's when I hired Sam, who runs something called Conscious Edit.  She then returned, with see-through shoe boxes, slim hangers and a DIY clothes rail. There is no magic solution but when I had to explain out loud to her why I was keeping something. By the end, my clothes were either hanging, grouped by category or in drawers neatly folded or rolled. The shoes are in clear boxes in the front closet. It has taken on a new look.

You can surely make your room tidy and clean with these methods.

A. Turn to an expert.

B. Buy less clothes and shoes.

C. I then "discover" it a year later.

D. The following two tips may give you a hint.

E. First she comes to assess, which took a few hours.

F. Most of us look forward to getting presents on holidays.

G. The truth about Christmas, when you get older, is that you need almost nothing.

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University set up a scene similar to a child's make-believe tea party. Kanzi, a 34-year-old ape, would face a researcher across a table set up with empty jugs, cups, bowls and jars. In one experiment, the cups and jugs were transparent and the researcher pretended to pour juice into the two cups and then pretended to pour the imaginary juice out of one of the cups before asking the ape "Where's the juice?" They found that he was consistently able to point to the cup filled with imaginary juice. In a second experiment designed to test whether Kanzi understood the juice to be imaginary, the ape was able to tell between a cup full of real juice and the cup filled with imaginary juice, showing that he knew the cups in the first experiment were really empty. In a third experiment, the researcher pretended to take an imaginary grape from a bowl and place it inside one of two jars, before pretending to empty one jar. Kanzi was able to correctly pick the jar containing the imaginary grape. The study moved the cups and jugs around.

Christopher, co-author of the study, said: "Imagination has long been seen as a critical element of what it is to be human but the idea that it may not be exclusive to our species is really transformative. Jane Goodall discovered that chimps make tools and that led to a change in the definition of what it means to be human and this, too, really invites us to reconsider what makes us special."

The study concluded: "Our study offers experimental evidence that a non-human animal can track pretend objects in pretend play, which is not uniquely human. Our findings suggest that the capacity to form secondary representations of pretend objects is within the cognitive potential of an ape, likely dating back 6-9 million years, to our common evolutionary ancestors."

Launched in 2022, the cross-border initiative aims to publish 100 scholarly volumes documenting Chinese silks preserved in museums and research institutions in China and abroad. The 12 volumes published so far include studies of the Palace Museum in Beijing and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, where Zhao served as a visiting research fellow from 1997 to 1998.

"This effort not only reshapes our understanding of ancient Chinese silk civilization, but also provides a foundation for tracing intercultural exchange through textile evidence," he says.

One example comes from the Shanpula (Sampula) tombs in Hotan, on the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert in Xinjiang. The site was historically linked to the Kingdom of Khotan, a major Buddhist and trading center first recorded in the 2nd century BC — when long-distance commerce along the Silk Road was just beginning. The kingdom endured until its fall in the early 11th century.

Among the most revealing finds is a crimson silk fragment woven in a warp-faced compound weave and decorated with jade discs (玉璧) and animal masks. Although unearthed in China's western frontier, its imagery clearly reflects the ritual and traditions of the Central Plains — modern-day Henan province. In ancient China, jade discs were upper class objects placed in burials as symbols of a gateway to heaven — a practice especially prominent between the 5th and 1st centuries BC. Quite a few similar cases have been found in other places.

"These silent witnesses of history should not remain hidden in museum storerooms," Zhao says.

The online world was influencing the behaviour, beliefs and concentration of pupils. Even children in England are taught how to identify wrong theories and extremist content in media literacy lessons in the recent classes.

There is also growing pressure on the government to ban phones in schools, but even very young children are being exposed to extreme or age-inappropriate online content at home. Rather than being supportive, parents make the situation worse. Parents were seen as ill-equipped, often misleading their kids. Ian, a deputy head, said, "It's very hard because we have parents who think COVID-19 wasn't real."

Teachers added that access to unfiltered information online was having a significant impact on pupils' behaviour. Other teachers said boys as young as five or six seeing content by Andrew Tate and other prejudiced influencers tend to abuse their classmates. Teachers said they felt underprepared when it came to addressing misinformation, fake news and illogical theories.

Another teacher said, "The mental health, particularly with children in Years 5 and 6, is being massively affected because of what they're seeing through these algorithms (算法), because they keep diving deeper and deeper into it." Amy Braier, director, said, "Teachers are willing to take on this challenge but they need support from wider society, government and — more importantly — parents."

Duty Station: Paris

Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) related to the field of culture.

LANGUAGES

Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in one of the working languages of the Organization (English or French).

Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 15 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience from senior leadership / executive positions in areas directly related to UNESCO's Culture Programme, including assignments at the regional and / or international levels.

Proven record of leadership in developing and implementing policies related to culture.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of, and commitment to, the Organization's order, strategy and priorities.

Strong and innovative leadership, capable of clearly expressing a convincing vision.

Strong ability to interact and communicate effectively at the highest governmental levels, as well as with leaders of the private sector and civil society.

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO's salaries consist of a basic salary and 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc. The approximate annual starting salary for this post is US$ 248,223.

SELECTION AND HIRING PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application. Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course.

Application deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 03-MAR-2026

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It was a breezy Friday afternoon, just like any other. I was sitting at my desk, staring at a line draft I'd finished, my fingers brushing the smooth paper gently. At 16, I,Lila, had long been trapped in a terrible fear of imperfection. I loved drawing with my whole heart, but I'd never shown any of my works to anyone outside my family. "Your drawings are so warm, you should let more people see them," my mum would say softly. But every time I thought of others spotting a flaw in my lines, my throat would tighten with anxiety.

We were talking about the neighbourhood's upcoming Neighbourhood Memory Wall project when mum dropped the bomb: she'd signed me up to be the main illustrator for the public display. I froze at the news. The Memory Wall was a big community event, set to be visited by everyone in the neighbourhood, from curious young kids to long-time elderly residents.

I wanted to say no immediately, to hide away in my room and never let anyone see my drawings. But I couldn't bear to let mum down,and I couldn't ignore the small, eager voice in my heart that wanted to finally share the world I'd drawn with others. So I agreed, and made a silent promise to myself: this work would be absolutely flawless.

For three straight nights, I stayed up late, polishing every single line of the draft, checking every tiny detail again and again to make sure there was no room for mistake. I even practiced painting the lines on old wooden boards hundreds of times, repeating every stroke until my hand ached,just to avoid any slips on the big day.

When the big day came, I arrived at the community square at dawn, all my supplies packed neatly. I started painting carefully, my hands steady,my eyes fixed on the wall. Everything was going perfectly,until a sudden, unexpected shower swept through the square. Before I could cover the wall, the fresh paint had run, blurring my perfect lines into a messy, smudged mess. I stared at the ruined work, my eyes burning with tears. A small crowd had gathered nearby, and I could hear soft whispers. My face burned with shame. This was exactly what I'd feared. I wanted to grab my things and run away forever.

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       Paragraph 1:Just as I was about to put down my brush and leave, a soft voice came from behind me.

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       Paragraph 2:That night, back at my desk, I looked at the photos of the finished wall we'd taken that day.

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Nowadays, food waste has become a serious problem around us. Many people, especially students in school canteens, often throw away unfinished food without thinking. Some order too much when eating out, while others pick only their favorite dishes and leave the rest, which wastes large amounts of food every day. This situation not only raises food costs but also goes against the traditional virtue of thrift.

Food waste causes many problems. For one thing, it wastes natural resources like land and water that are used to grow food. For another, leftover food produces harmful gas when it goes bad, polluting the environment. Besides, wasting food is unfair to farmers who work hard all year round to grow crops. It is important for everyone to realize that food is valuable and should be respected.

To stop food waste, many actions can be taken. Schools should educate students about the importance of saving food and encourage them to finish their meals. Restaurants can offer smaller dishes and remind customers not to order too much. Parents should set good examples by saving food at home and teaching children not to waste food from an early age.

Individuals also play a key role. We should take only what we can eat, pack up the leftovers when eating out, and form good eating habits. Saving food is a responsibility for everyone. If we all take action, food waste will be reduced greatly, and our society will become more environmentally friendly and harmonious.

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