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My mother raised me with several fixed rules. One was that a gentleman always has a clean handkerchief in his right rear pocket, a piece of simple cotton, roughly 15 inches square and less than four inches when folded. I was a dutiful son, but as a child, I had been wondering what it was there for. After 60 years, my body weight now feels wrong if I'm heading out of the house with an empty back pocket.

I am sure this habit has sometimes struck friends but in polite company nobody comments on somebody else's business. Children like my kids think of my hankie ridiculously old-fashioned and they have their arguments. If you have to be prepared every day for allergies or a cold, why not choose a little packet of tissues, which saves you from that disgusting business of blowing your nose in the thing and then stuffing it back in your pants?

I understand their point. But a handkerchief is more durable and has a far wider variety of uses. Can you grab the handle of a pot that's boiling over with a Tempo tissue? Or do you recall the cases of skinned knees and drippy noses that hankie wiped? In fact, my wife gave me several new handkerchiefs as gifts. Neither of us can count the number of times she wiped her tears at a movie, or, as it happens, she's needed to blow her nose.

Yet not even my mother could have predicted the hankie's new role as an Essential Public Health Appliance. All of us have learnt how hard it is to follow advice from medical experts about not touching your face. Here is an answer. Use your hankie. In case of emergency, your handkerchief can become a makeshift DIY mask that can be pulled over your lower face like a robber entering a bank.

And it will certainly give me the chance to lift my chin and look at my adult children through one eye, asking in her good-hearted way, "What do you have to say now, smarty-pants?"

Yes — pumpkin is perfect

Three reasons why pumpkin pie is better than apple pie

1. As one of America's first crops, pumpkin has become fall's signature flavor since the early 18th century. Even 300 years ago, Americans knew it was the best pie.

2. With its warm, comforting mix of cinnamon (肉桂), nutmeg (豆蔻), and other spices, delicious pumpkin pie gives you perfect bites that melt in your mouth, which simply can't be beaten.

3. As a bonus, pumpkins are packed full of vitamins and nutrients that are good for your body. So cut a perfectly shaped slice of pumpkin goodness and dig in.

No — apple pie all the way

Three reasons why pumpkin pie is not better than apple pie

1. Apple pie is just about as old as our country and even appeared in America's first cookbook. Have you heard the expression "It's as American as apple pie"? No one says that about pumpkin pie!

2. There are countless variations on the classic, with different spices and flavorings, dried fruits and nuts, and different crusts (酥皮). Apple pie is the clear winner for people who love the balance of fruit and buttery pie crust.

3. To quote another expression, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." That means apples are nutritious and help keep us healthy.

Now that you've read a bit more about this issue, click here to vote in our debate. Vote YES if you think pumpkin pie is better than apple pie or NO if you don't. We'll publish the results next week.

Beep, beep! The alarm rang one early morning and Sara's hands reached for the phone to turn it off, sending chills down her spine (脊背发凉). She had been up all night, practicing math in preparation for the exam. Though she was a bright student who scored well in English, science and other subjects, math had always remained a struggle for her.

"I've learned everything, but my mind just can't get it. It's like I've forgotten everything," she cried. Tears streamed down her cheeks, and she got butterflies in her stomach. Just then, there was a knock on the door.

"Breakfast is ready. Come, darling," called her mother. Sara quickly dried her eyes and rushed to the bathroom. "OK, Mum, I'll be there in five minutes," she said.

"Sara, bring your sandwich in the car and finish it on the way. Hurry up!" her mother said.

Sara responded, holding her sandwich but not taking any bites. All she could think was, "Why does math even exist? Why can't we choose whether or not to study it? My overall scores will drop again because of poor math scores." When they arrived at school, Sara made her way to the examination hall with a heavy heart. A teacher handed out the test papers.

As Sara looked at her paper, a wave of anxiety hit her. The math problems seemed to dance before her eyes. She held her pen tightly and swallowed (咽口水) hard, realizing that there wasn't a single question she could solve. Her mind went blank, and she dropped her pen, resting her head on the table.

Noticing her uneasiness (不安), the teacher asked if she was feeling well. Sara didn't respond, so the teacher took her to the office and called her class teacher Miss Mona, a kind and welcoming lady. Feeling comfortable with Miss Mona, Sara opened up about her dislike of math. She explained that while she tried hard to understand the problems, she struggled to keep up with the rest of the class, which made her feel slow and hesitant to do math.

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Miss Mona advised Sara to keep at math.

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By the end of the year, Sara finally got an A in math.

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1. AI教师在教学中的优势；

2. AI教师目前存在的局限性或挑战；

3.你对于AI教师能否取代人类教师的看法及理由。

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Good morning, judges and fellow students Today, I am honored to share my thoughts on the topic of AI teachers.

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The theme park you think appealing integrates artificial intelligence (AI) in (innovate) ways. When you wander around this fantasy amusement park, various AI (technology) will bring you into a magical world.

For example, sensors are programmed (detect) your preferences constantly, with the park's AI system predicting your needs in advance. Appliances and rides are controlled by AI can provide a superb experience. It is predicted that AI (play) a key role in future theme parks. Apart exciting rides, AI also helps to keep the park secure. Any potential danger, such as electrical leak or abnormal equipment operation, can be instantly reported to the Control Center.

If you want to have fun and more than fun, come to this AI-powered theme park! The park is seen as a (remarkable) successful example of high-tech entertainment. (inspire) by its success, other theme parks are predicted to apply this technology. In other words, this kind of park will become more common in the distant future, (combine) technology and fantasy perfectly.

Then I went to see Sean several times. Each time I entered her house, my mind flooded with guilt and anxiety. I always needed someone to2 to me, but her daughter-in-law, even her grandchildren, wouldn't take the time to learn sign language.

That night I saw that look of3 on her face. The next time I saw Cheryl, I didn't get the notepad or let my friend Sean help me, but decided to4, whatever it would take.

I could see5 appearing on her face as I spelled out each word with gesture. I knew how she felt knowing that someone6 enough to learn to communicate with her.

Within three weeks I had learned7 American Sign Language (ASL). One night, everyone was signing, when suddenly I could follow the8, Cheryl slapped her hand, looked at me in the eyes, and9 directly to me. She knew my heart and how much I loved her culture.

About a month ago, Cheryl, Sean, my dad, and I took a trip to California State University, Northridge, where I would study. As we sat in the deaf student advisor's office, no one10 but I understood. He explained the11 I would receive there would help me become a sign language interpreter and how he'd like me to start in an advanced ASL class.

I left the university and felt so12. So many people don't know about deaf people because of their13 to communicate with them. Now I would be able to help.

That night Cheryl and I sat in our hotel room; she14 and signed with smiling eyes. Unlike the days in her living room with a notepad, I15 and signed back, "I love you, too!"

Let this year's summertime be a reminder to control your technology use and ensure it isn't taking up your free time in a harmful way. If you want to use your home Internet to improve work-life balance, try a digital detox (排毒疗法). For many of us who rely on our cell phones for work, a total digital detox can be nearly impossible. However, there are several detox methods that can still suit your existing Internet needs.

Set disconnection time. Spare one to two hours per day for disconnection. For example, if you tend to do tasks in the evening, choose that time to put away all screens. Worried you might give in to temptation (诱惑)? Switch off your Wi-Fi router to prevent any online access.

Try a focus app. Apps like Opal and Forest are designed for productivity and focus. You can cut off the entire Internet or just certain distracting websites. Additionally, you can set focus times, such as during work hours, to help keep your concentration.

Weekend warrior (战士). If your goal is to strengthen your relationships, a weekend digital detox is a good way to start your progress. Going screen-free for 48 hours can be challenging at first. It can also give you enough time to reflect on your tech reliance and its impact on your presence with friends and family.

A. Simply leaving your phone in another room can be a good start.

B. Not everyone needs to disconnect from the Internet.

C. They allow you to control your technology access.

D. With it not working, you will have to take part in other activities.

E. It doesn't have to mean completely stopping using the Internet.

F. However, sticking to it can provide a big sense of achievement.

G. Therefore, seize this very season to reflect on your tech habits.

What makes this robotic hand so special? It can feel and adjust its grip just like a human hand can. Imagine trying to pick up a ping-pong ball with just your little finger, or holding both a baseball and a golf ball in one hand without dropping them. The F-TAC Hand can do these things! If it picks up a cup full of water, it automatically adjusts its hold to keep the cup steady and prevent spills — reacting faster than you can blink.

The secret lies in its amazing touch sensors. Covering 70% of the hand's surface, these tiny sensors — packed as densely (密集地) as 10,000 per square centimeter — let the hand feel textures, pressure, and any tiny movement of the object it's holding. Crucially, these sensors are built right into the hand's structure, so they don't make the hand stiff or clumsy. A smart computer program uses this constant touch feedback to instantly decide the best way to grip different objects, just like our brains tell our hands what to do.

Beyond its amazing ability to mimic human touch, the F-TAC Hand also brings practical solutions to real-world problems in robotics. It's inspired by how our own hands and nerves work. The F-TAC Hand isn't just cool science; it has real uses. It could lead to much better prosthetic limbs, help robots perform delicate surgery, work safely in dangerous places like nuclear plants, or handle complex jobs in factories.

Made possible partly by China's powerful "Peng Cheng Cloud Brain Ⅱ", this "hand of touch intelligence" is a big step forward for China in robotics and AI. Experts believe it brings us closer to robots that can truly understand and interact with the physical world around them. The future of robots just got a lot more skillful!

AI is being used to streamline the planning and execution (执行) of cultural festivals. For instance, predictive analytics (预测分析), a branch of AI, can analyze past data to predict visitor turnout (到场人数), enabling organizers to plan more effectively. AI can also help in creating personalized experience for attendees. By analyzing data from social media and other sources, AI can provide insights into what attendees might enjoy, allowing for the customization of events for different interests.

Furthermore, AI is proving instrumental in preserving cultural festivals for future generations. High-definition cameras equipped with AI technology are being used to record festivals in exceptional detail. These digital records can then be stored and accessed easily, ensuring that the essence of these events is not lost over time. In addition, AI is being used to create virtual reality experiences of cultural festivals, allowing people who cannot physically attend to experience them virtually.

AI's role in cultural festivals is not just limited to organization and preservation. It is also being used to enrich the artistic aspects of these events. For example, AI is being used to create music and art installations (装置) that respond to the audience's movements and reactions, creating a dynamic and interactive experience.

However, the use of AI in cultural festivals is not without its challenges. There are concerns about the potential loss of human touch, as well as issues related to data privacy. It is crucial that we apply the power of AI and also ensure that it is used responsibly.