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The University of Arizona announced on Monday that Native American students no longer would have to pay tuition or fees at (it) main campus in Tucson. The university hopes the new program better (serve) the state's large native population.

The program, a first of its kind in an Arizona public university, will be (avail) for students registered to any of the state's 22 (federal) recognized tribes (部落). More than 400 current students will be qualified at the school's main campus in Tucson, the tuition currently is $12,700 per semester.

"The University of Arizona is committed to recognizing and (acknowledge) the history endured by Native American communities," Kasey Urquidez, the school's vice president of enrollment management, said in a statement. "We are committed to promoting success access for Native American students."

The University of Arizona joins number of other public universities offering free tuition to Native American students, including state schools in California, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana and Oregon.

The goal of the programs is (erase) some of the barriers to entry for tribal students. About a quarter of Native American students pursue higher education, (compare) to 40% of students overall, according to the Postsecondary National Policy Institute.

We arrived in Xizhou in 2007, and the village took us under its6. We decided to repurpose our courtyard complex into the Linden Center, a name Xilinyuan that7 the Xi of Xizhou and Lin of Linden, which is more than a hotel, but also a hospitality and education retreat, a (n)8 for storytelling with the outside world. About 10 years ago, the Xizhou people started to call me "zhanggui", meaning the head of the hotel. This9 their appreciation for our efforts to highlight their traditions. I am still called by this10 every day in the village.

Now Xilinyuan has branches in11 locations in China. My12 is to help the world better appreciate and respect the Chinese people and culture.

About 2,500 years ago, Confucius expressed what is now the DNA of China's13 with the world: Is it not delightful to have14 coming from afar? We, who15 this hospitality every day, must share these stories.

Have you ever resolved on New Year's Day to start exercising more — only to find that you didn't have the time or couldn't afford expensive lessons, classes, or gym fees? Maybe concerns about injuries kept you on the sideline. Here's why.

You can do it anywhere. Step out your front door. You can walk around areas that you frequent, such as a grocery store, a shopping center, a place of worship, or the homes of friends and family.

Stanford University researchers found that people generated twice as many creative responses to problems when walking compared with sitting. And the creative juices continued to flow even when they sat down after their walk — another good reason to take a walking break during the workday.

You can get "me" time. Heading out by yourself can be a good way to escape the demands and expectations that occupy much of your time. It can be valuable, quiet "me" time, allowing you to return refreshed.

Walking is not only healthy and easy, but it's also fun. To some people, exercise feels like hard boring work. With walking, however, you can attend yourself in multiple ways. You can do it with others. Invite family, friends, or co-workers to join you for a walk.

A. You can be more creative.

B. You can gain a new viewpoint.

C. Take a walk from where you work.

D. It's gentle on your knees and the rest of your body.

E. Walking could just be the way to keep your resolution.

F. As you walk, you can clear your head, relax, and reflect.

G. It's a great way to catch up or get to know someone better.

The study says approximately 48% of existing bird species worldwide are known or suspected to be undergoing population decline. Populations are stable for 39% of species. Only 6% are showing increasing population trends, and the status of 7% is still unknown. The study authors reviewed changes in avian biodiversity using data from the International Union for Conservation of Nature's Red List of Threatened Species to reveal population changes among the world's 11,000 bird species.

"After documenting the loss of nearly 3 billion birds in North America alone, it was shocking to see the same patterns of population decline and extinction occurring globally," says conservation scientist Ken Rosenberg from the Cornell Lab. "Because birds are highly visible and sensitive indicators of environmental health, we know their loss signals a much wider loss of biodiversity and threats to human health and well-being."

Despite their findings, study authors say there is hope for avian conservation efforts, but transformative change is needed.

"The fate of bird populations is strongly dependent on stopping the loss and degradation of habitats," says Rosenberg. "That is often driven by the demand for resources. We need to better consider how commodity (商品) flows can contribute to biodiversity loss and try to reduce the human footprints on the natural world."

"Fortunately, the global network of bird conservation organizations taking part in this study have the tools to prevent further loss of bird species and abundance," adds Rosenberg. "From land protection to policies supporting sustainable resource use, it all depends on the will of governments and of society to live side by side with nature on our shared planet."

There's no cure for Parkinson's disease, which usually affects mobility, coordination, balance, and even speech. Jon Lessin was diagnosed (诊断) in 2003. He was once an all-around athlete. About 12 years ago, he retired because of Parkinson's disease. It was Lessin who first had that big idea to use rock climbing as a therapy for Parkinson's disease. "I wanted to do big-movement exercise," he said. "And I found Molly Cupka at this gym."

Lessin proposed the idea to Molly Cupka, who runs the Sportrock Climbing Centers in Alexandria, Virginia. She thought it was worth a try, given the sport requires participants to plan ahead, and to know where to position their hands and feet. "I wish I could go into the brain and see what's happening while people climb," Molly Cupka said.

There's no evidence that climbing slows the progress of Parkinson's disease, but Molly Cupka joined forces with Marymount University last year to study patients climbing for the first time. "We have people literally walking and carrying weights, you know, walking and looking, multitasking," she said, The study found that, in so many words, if you climb, you may walk better.

Marymount University's Center for Optimal Aging studies on physical and psychosocial effects of rock climbing on individuals with Parkinson's disease. Mark de Mulder, a musician and former director of the National Geospatial Program, doesn't need a study to prove what climbing does for him. "It allows me to say, ‘All right, take that, Parkinson's! I'm doing this!' It just makes me feel stronger, and I'm fighting it. I'm doing something about it."

Many of the climbers have become friends who climb together several times a week, and they've become a support group, Parkinson's Pals, who encourage each other.

How to report fish die-off

Call the fish die-off line whenever you find numbers of dead or dying fish, particularly if the fish show signs of disease. This will help you:

·understand diseases and how they spread

·improve disease management

·protect fish populations

If you discover a fish die-off, contact the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-387-7011.

If you suspect the fish died as a result of a spill, call the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Spills Action Centre at, 1-800-268-6060.

When you report a fish die-off, you will be asked for:

·your name

·address

·phone number

·details about the fish

·the location of the fish

How to report bird deaths

If you see significant numbers of dead birds in one location, or if you see a few dead wild birds, contact the Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre at 1-866-673-4781.

How to report bat deaths

To report any unusual bat activity (flying outside in daytime)or deaths, contact the Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre at 1-866-673-4781, or the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-387-7011. Dial 1-866-686-6072 for bats' hearing impairment (损坏).

Remove dead fish or wildlife from your property

Individual landowners are responsible for the cleanup of their own property.

In most cases, dead wild animals can be put in the garbage or buried.

If you are uncertain of disposal arrangements, contact your local municipality.

Municipalities are responsible for the public properties that they own. This includes municipally owned public beaches.

Seven of my sisters and brothers had flown out of the family, but my brother Wayne was the only one with kids. He and his wife had just been transferred across the country to California. Mom was looking at her first Christmas without little ones in the house. She was a little depressed.

On Christmas Eve we sat talking about my little nieces, wondering what they were doing. We imagined how empty the next day would be without them opening presents. When we couldn't stand it any longer, we called and passed the phone around, asking them if they had been good girls and what they hoped Santa would leave under their tree. Mom then busied herself in the kitchen.

That was when something terrible happened. We lived on a busy state highway in south Louisiana, on a section of a dangerous road. The sound of screaming tires (轮胎) wasn't unusual to us. Many strangers asked us for help and stayed in our living room while waiting for an ambulance, a tow

truck (拖车) or a family member to rescue them.

As we hung up from talking to our nieces, we heard the familiar sound of tires screaming. We held our breath, and then heard a loud crash. We rushed out to the road. A truck had hit a car holding a young couple and their two little daughters. The truck driver and the young family climbed out of the terribly damaged vehicles. Amazingly, no one appeared hurt.

Mom and Dad welcomed them into the house and Mom started warming dinner. Later, someone picked up the truck driver. But the family was stranded (滞留). They were on their way to Mississippi to spend Christmas with elderly grandparents who were too old to drive and pick them up this late night. Within five seconds we all fell in love with the precious girls. The older girl was three just like my older niece, and the baby was a few months younger than our little one.

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Mom rocked the baby to sleep after offering the young family dinner.

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About midday at Christmas, someone came from Mississippi to pick up the family.

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88-year-old Ploutarchos Pourliakas crossed the finish line at the 41st Athens Marathon on Sunday, (prove) once again that age is no match for determination.

The epic annual race, famously known as The Authentic, traces is believed to be the original path taken by Athenian messenger Pheidippides, who ran from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens over 2,500 years ago (deliver) news of victory.

This year, he completed The Authentic marathon for the (twelve) time, finishing the race in an (impress) 6 hours and 31 minutes — 18 minutes faster than his time last year.

Pourliakas' journey as a marathon runner (begin) at the age of 73, inspired by his son, an ultramarathon runner. Since then, he (challenge) expectations and surprised many who find it hard to believe that an octogenarian (八旬老人) could still be racing.

Pourliakas' achievement serves as an inspiring (remind) that it's never too late to start something new. The octogenarian runner often leaves people amazed, many struggle to believe his age when they see him run. response, Pourliakas says, "Why wouldn't you believe it? We all can do it."

It's becoming more and more important for us to think about the impact that4 can have on our environment. This was the5 for my bicycle tour: I wanted to find more responsible ways to protect the planet and6 traveling by plane where possible.

I discovered that bicycle touring is one of the most7 ways to travel, as using nothing but a bicycle and your own pedal (脚踏) power, you can8 everything you need while covering surprising9 each day.

The10 of life and the free time I spent just cycling alone gave me a lot of time to11. This really helped me to learn a lot about myself. So I've managed to12 a lot of problems from my past and feel that my confidence and independence have13.

Finally, I arrived in Istanbul with a huge mixture of14 over the past three months: loneliness, joy, liberation, pride and anxiety. As a result, the journey makes me feel like a15 person. What a cycling trip to remember!

It has been four years since I quit my corporate job and gave myself a chance as a freelance   writer. However, the reason behind quitting was also the same: I had seen that many people are working as freelancers nowadays, and I had heard a lot about it. .

Initially, it was a bit difficult for me. I almost took it as a wrong decision. Compared to other freelancers, I was new to this. . Instead, they prefer to sign the contract with someone they have previously worked with. So, it took time and almost more than a month to get my first project.

. The first work I did was for $16 per hour, but I learned here that it shouldn't be about making money in the beginning but growing your network by taking more and more projects, whether small or big and so I followed it. Thankfully, the clients appreciated my first project enough, so it didn't take much time to get me another project.

And, then, after going on like this, with the extremely hard work of 4 - 5 months, the amount of work for me started to increase. . Some of the clients from my corporate network were also part of it, so it didn't take much time for me to get excellent and promising projects that were even worth $80 - $90, sometimes for an hour and more than this, in urgent cases.

My favorite part as a freelancer was the flexibility I gained. I can do the work at my pace if the client has no urgency. As a freelancer, I didn't have to ask for holidays. Whenever I wanted, I could take them without asking for permission. . As a freelancer, it's important to keep working so your managed network can stay yours always. If you start delaying the work or always remain on holiday, it will affect the quality as well as the quantity of your work.

A. But one thing is for sure.

B. From here, my journey started gradually.

C. And clients rarely select a new freelance writer.

D. The entire process made me feel like a boss every day.

E. On the other hand, I was also looking to switch my job.

F. Gradually, I started to enjoy it as I made money and was paid for every hour.

G. These were the starting days when I got to put in lots of effort to get more work.

But it wasn't until he was a teenager that things finallyclicked. His mother had just woken up and was telling him about a dream she had. "Movielike," is how she described it. "I asked her what she meant and quickly realized my visual imagery was not functioning like hers." That's because Luciani has a condition called aphantasia - an inability to picture objects, people and scenes in his mind. When he was growing up, the term didn't even exist.

But now, Luciani, a cognitive scientist at the University of Glasgow, and other scientists are getting a clearer picture of how some brains work, including those with a blind mind's eye.

In a recent study, Luciani and colleagues explored the connections between the senses, in this case, hearing and seeing. In most of our brains, these two senses collaborate. Auditory information influences activity in brain areas that handle vision. But in people with aphantasia, this connection isn't as strong, researchers report November 4 in Current Biology. While in a brain scanner, blindfolded people listened to three sound scenes: A forest full of birds, a crowd of people, and a street bustling with traffic. In 10 people without aphantasia, these auditory scenes create reliable neural hallmarks in parts of the visual cortex (视觉皮层). But in 23 people with aphantasia, these hallmarks were weaker.

The results highlight the range of brain organizations, says cognitive neuroscientist Lars Muckli, also of the University of Glasgow. "Imagine the brain has an interconnectedness that comes in different strengths," Muckli says. At one end of the spectrum (图谱) are people with synesthesia (共感), for whom sounds and sights are tightly mingled. "In the midrange, you experience the mind's eye - knowing something is not real, but sounds can trigger some images in your mind. And then you have aphantasia," he says. "Sounds don't trigger any visual experience, not even a faint one."

The results help explain how brains of people with and without aphantasia differ, and they also give clues about brains more generally, Muckli says. "The senses of the brain are more interconnected than our textbooks tell us."

Given that direct observations are often impracticable, remote observation systems are crucial for capturing phenomena that are frequent and unpredictable. However, the Bimbache community of ElHierro observed water running down tree bark during fog events and captured it for drinking, washing and agriculture many years ago. If more contemporary hydrologists (水文学家) had watched fog by trees, forest managers might not have logged (伐木) the Bull Run Watershed, which reduced local rainfall by 30% in 1982.

Water science faces criticism because of a "techno optimism that tries to solve all problems". In fact, this issue extends beyond water science. An interdisciplinary research team led by John T. VanStan from Cleveland State University argues that scientists should go beyond the laboratory to directly observe weather phenomena. The researchers insist that hands-on observation of storm events is crucial for comprehending the complexities of wet weather.

"Natural scientists seem increasingly content to stay dry and rely on remote sensors and samplers, models, and virtual experiments to understand natural systems. Consequently, we can miss important stormy phenomena, imaginative inspirations, and opportunities to build intuition (直觉) — all of which are critical to scientific progress," said Van Stan's team.

This type of "umbrella science", they warn, can miss important localized events. For instance, in describing rainwater's flow from the forest treetops to the soils, the authors note that "if several branches efficiently capture and carry storm water to the stem, rainwater inputs to near-stem soils can be more than100 times greater." Likewise, water vapor (水蒸气) clouds trapped beneath forest treetop covers may escape remote detection, yet be sensitive to scientists on the ground. At the broader scale, these oversights can affect Ground Earth systems models, which often underestimate forest treetop water storage.

Direct observation, however, has gone beyond making up for the shortcomings of "umbrella science." Van Stan and colleagues see core value in firsthand storm experiences — not only for natural scientists, but also for students studying climate change impacts on ecosystems.

When the students showed up for their first day, they weren't exactly excited. Over the next few hours, Mandekic and McNee gave the kids techniques to improve their shooting while also helping them calculate their field-goal percentage — which, in turn, taught them about fractions and decimal (分数和小数) points. At the end of the game, the winning team was determined based on which group had the highest total percentage and had done the most efficient math. "When the bell rang, they were so fixated on collecting their data and figuring out which team won that they didn't leave," says Mandekic. "I realized we might be onto something."

The classes, later named BallMatics, soon spread to other schools. "I was terrible at math," says Douglas, who enrolled in a fast-track summer program. "But once I started BallMatics and realized the sport I loved was directly tied to math, it made me a lot better at it. Every time I played basketball, I was thinking about math."

Almost any math problem, McNee and Mandekic realized, can be taught on the court. Kids can learn how to navigate an X-Y grid to find their next shooting spot or absorb the basic principles of trigonometry based on the angle at which they release the ball. In 2019, McNec and Mandekic established a private high school called Uchenna Academy. At the school, kids with top basketball skills can study all subjects, train at their sport and work part-time helping out with the BallMatics afterschool programs.

Douglas, now 20 and earning a degree in education believes the school's commitment to academics is the key reason it's been a winner. "If we didn't do our work, we weren't playing at the game," he says, adding that coaches would bench kids who didn't keep up in class. "At Uchenna, we were student athletes, not athlete students."

Nowhere does festive charm quite like mainland Europe. The continent, particularly its northern region, is ideal for those searching for a perfect winter wonderland during this time of year.

Vienna, Austria

The beautiful Austrian capital oozes festive charm come the end of the year. And Spittelberg market definitely ups the ante (规格). Gorgeous handicrafts and handmade sweaters are just some of the treats on offer at the festive stalls set among the streets of the Biedermeier Quarter. Visitors can take a slow stroll, while marveling at how the architecture seems tailor made for the holidays.

Valkenburg, Netherlands

Valkenburg, in the southern Netherlands, has much of the usual European Christmas charms to entice visitors: lights, towering trees, and stalls. However, what makes it distinctive is the fact they can all be found underground. The town's Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations. The Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.

Hallstatt, Austria

On the banks of Hallstätter See and surrounded by soaring Alpine peaks, the town of Hallstatt and its stunning landscape enjoy UNESCO protection. The 16th-century townhouses, tiny lanes and virtual guarantee of snow come Christmas make the festive mood. Hallstatt's Christmas market is the stuff of legend. Picture a brightly lit tree, and stalls selling decorations, and handicrafts and you're halfway to imagining just how special this spot is.

Colmar, France

All over Europe few capture the imagination or revel in a fairytale setting quite like that of Colmar, in the Alsace region of France. No less than six themed markets can be found in the center, where cozy wooden chalets are packed tightly together. At around 5 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays, a children's choir takes to the local canal, known as Petite Venise, or Little Venice, singing carols and providing even more holiday cheer.

Michael loved playing Legend of Starfell on his computer. Every day, he eagerly logged in, diving into the vibrant world of the game. He quickly became the expert among his friends, showing them the hidden tools and tricks he had discovered. Their game group chat always buzzed with excitement.

However, one day while playing online, his enthusiasm turned into frustration. As he instructed his friends on what to do, he shouted at them when they made mistakes.

"Michael, stop yelling," his friend Mark said over the headset, sounding annoyed.

"Yeah, I'm just trying to have fun here," Jay added. Michael felt a wave of frustration wash over him. The joy of the game was slipping away, drowned out by the constant noise of his friends.

After that incident, Michael decided to play on his own. He thought it would be better to focus without them. Often, he was deep into a game when his friends wanted to start a new one. Ignoring their messages, he continued his solo adventures.

As summer vacation began, Michael spent entire days lost in Legend of Starfell. The game's colorful landscapes and exciting quests pulled him in completely. Meanwhile, his friends made plans to hang out, but he chose to stay home and play games instead, thinking he was having more fun.

By the end of summer, Michael's progress had slowed. Even though he was ranked high, he couldn't reach the "elite pro" level, and the game started to feel dull. The chat, once lively, had gone silent for weeks. His friends had stopped calling him, and when he tried to reach out, they were often busy or uninterested.

As summer came to an end, Michael felt a deep sense of loneliness. He realized he had spent so much time gaming that he had nothing except tired eyes and a heavy heart.

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Feeling empty, he knew it was time for a change.

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The game group chat lit up with their voices again.

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An exhibition at the Xingyun Art Gallery in Shenzhen is featuring artwork (inspire) by knot-tying, or zhongguojie in Chinese, which originated in China over 2,500 years ago.

Knot-tying is one of most traditional handicrafts. The interweaving and looping of the ropes reflect the unique aesthetic and cultural connotations of the Chinese nation, according to Liu Xin, is in charge of the exhibition.

"The exhibition combines knot-tying culture, modern craftsmanship and contemporary art," says Liu. "We hope to present the rather delicate knot-tying art and its cultural significance in a visual context, initiate dialogues with decorative art, folk art and modernist art."

"In knot-tying, each step should aim for a (harmony) and complete pattern. You try to (skillful) manipulate the ropes and guide them to form the desired shape until a perfect knot is created," explains Chen Yue, a knot-tying enthusiast among the visitors to the exhibition.

"The crafter's patience and creativity (demonstrate) during the knot-tying process, and any carelessness might lead to flaws," she adds. "A masterful crafter always (try) to complete the knot with a sense of precision and elegance as a way of respect the art form."

Liu says that the symmetry of the knots, the beauty in the strategic arrangement of the ropes, and the flowing lines of the finished work motivated artists (create) oil paintings, pottery sculptures, digitally-designed patterns and embroidery works for the exhibition.

"Shouldn't you be in class?" I asked, noticing the pencil behind his ear. Issa, 16,2 his forehead with a worn-out sleeve. "The school building3 after the rains," he explained. "Without walls, we take turns4 under a mango tree when the teacher comes."

His words revealed Sierra Leone's contradiction in5. While the government6 school fees in 2018 and built hundreds of new schools, many still need repairs. About 32% of children here still7 primary school — though down from 62% a decade ago.

"Last month," Issa8, "they gave us textbooks", making a9 to his barefoot sisters." But no shoes means no school." Later, at a UNICEF center, I saw10 in action: solar lamps, shared notebooks, mobile libraries reaching11 villages.

National enrollment rose from 1.2 million to 2.1 million since12 began. Girls' attendance jumped by 37%, with programs like free lunches helping stop kids from leaving school due to13.

As I left, Issa's sisters in tire-sandals (凉鞋) were14 a book bicycle. Their laughter showed the15 of Sierra Leone's education change: every child's right to learn.

Alex Chen, the lead AI developer behind this project, wears his signature hoodie (连帽衫) and glasses as he adjusts the system daily. His goal? The AI processes requests in milliseconds, responding with clear, well-structured answers. When users engage with it, a friendly "How can I assist you today?" sets the tone—a small but meaningful touch that makes the exchange feel personal. Even during peak hours, when thousands of requests flood in all at once, the AI remains reliable, never sacrificing speed or accuracy.

Chen's day begins at 5:30 a.m., reviewing user feedback and working on the AI's learning models. "I want this technology to feel effortless— like chatting with a knowledgeable friend," he explains. His passion for AI arises from years of studying machine learning, but what truly drives him is making complex tech accessible to everyone.

Lisa Park, a university student majoring in computer science, relies on the AI daily. "It's not just about getting answers— it's how the AI explains things. Even difficult concepts become easy to grasp," she says. For her, the AI isn't just a tool. Another user, Mark Reynolds, a freelance writer, adds, "It helps me brainstorm ideas faster than I could alone. The suggestions are creative and actually useful."

" I can't imagine working on anything else," Chen admits. His team is already testing new features, like voice interaction and real-time language translation, to expand its capabilities.
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A. It's a study partner that adapts to her learning style.

B. To ensure every interaction feels natural and helpful.

C. He organizes weekly user meetings to collect advice.

D. After five years of refining the AI, he's determined to make it smarter.

E. Some mornings, he logs in early to push updates before users wake up.

F. What Chen might not realize is how much his work impacts daily lives.

G. Not only does it provide instant solutions, it also offers human-like experience.