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It all started three years ago, when Daybell decided to2 the cash box she used for her flower3 into a mailbox. She4 the box with festive decorations and advertised its unique postal route (direct to the North Pole) with a5 out front. The decorated box brings smiles to faces, creating a sense of6.

Daybell receives dozens of what she calls "the most7 letters", each filled with dreams and desires. In many of them, the kids don't even ask for toys,8 asking Santa to make it a good holiday for9.

She10 to every child, taking care to keep the letters at night when her youngest neighbors couldn't possibly see. Her standard reply: "Santa has great things planned to make you11 on Christmas morning."

But the smiles often come12 than that. Last year, a woman sent Daybell a picture of her grandson13 his letter into the box, and then another of him with his return letter. The14, electric expression on his face "made it all worth it to me," Daybell says. Her heart filled with pride, knowing her small act of15 had brought great happiness.

We've all been there: you come across a comment on Facebook, or a headline pops up on X that leaves you feeling angry. So, what can we do to reduce our digital anger? Here are some tips.

Organize Your Digital Experience.

Consider blocking people instead of taking part in arguments. Create a digital "safe space" for relaxation. You might want to use different platforms for specific purposes—like using Facebook for friends and Twitter for news–so you know what to expect and can react accordingly.

Step Away from the Screen.

If discussions become heated, take a physical break from your screen. Stepping away can also improve your mood and reduce stress. When you return, you'll think more clearly and engage with a calmer mindset.

Don't rush to respond to views that are different from yours. Take a moment to calm down, which may lead to clearer, more peaceful responses. It's important to remember that not every comment needs a response. When faced with rude content, consider reporting it rather than responding directly.

Find Healthy Outlets for Anger.

There's nothing wrong with feeling angry, but still you need to deal with it properly. A good way is to express your anger through diary writing.. It can help you clarify your disappointment and then guide you toward positive actions.

Consider Talking with Someone.

If your emotions are negatively impacting you, looking for help from an expert can be beneficial. It can also help you explore your feelings and increase self-awareness, supporting better mental health.

A. Think before posting.

B. Focus on what matters.

C. Writing helps process emotions.

D. It is common to feel angry sometimes.

E. A break can prevent regrettable comments.

F. Talking to a professional can offer new ideas.

G. This helps avoid trouble and keeps the online environment positive.

In the beginning, touch screens were a practical way to put satellite, GPS-guided directions, and other useful entertainment functions together into cars while the main controls (控制装置) for driving were left largely unchanged. But designers couldn't just leave them alone. Now, touch screens, which require a hand and concentration to use, have taken over many functions, even basic driving tasks like turning on headlights and checking the car's speed, stealing drivers' attention.

Distracted (分心的) driving has become a big problem. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, accidents caused by distracted driving in 2022 led to 3,308 traffic deaths. Thousands more drivers have their cars damaged or destroyed by those who just can't keep their eyes off their screens. Besides, the overdependence on touch screens presents a usability issue, too. If any part of a driver's hand accidentally touches the screen, it's likely to activate some feature, and not necessarily the wanted one.

Quickly disappearing are the days when physical buttons enable drivers to turn down the radio or turn on the headlights simply by feel, without taking their eyes off the road. Instead, they must divide their attention between the road and the screen, which is dangerous.

I'm not opposed to technological upgrades in general. But when I have to focus on what's inside the car instead of on what's happening in front of it, it's gone too far. So give me back my physical buttons that I can control only by feel, and let me keep my eyes on the road where they belong.

The attraction of the polar regions is obvious: the strength of the blue sky on a freezing, sunny day; the excitement of walking on fresh snow; and the unique wildlife that calls these places home. However, as tourism to the poles increases, organisations like the Arctic Council and Visit Greenland stress the need to balance economic benefits with environmental responsibility.

James Grecian, an oceanic ecologist, has spent years studying polar wildlife. Last year, he was in Antarctica studying snow petrels (雪鹱) — or more specifically, their vomit (呕吐物). Snow petrels have stomach oil that turns into solid pieces. When scientists study these pieces, they can learn how the petrels' diet has changed over the years and what that means for the local ecosystem. Grecian explains that by taking samples from the environment or animals, we can learn a lot about past conditions. For example, scientists can collect baleen plates (鲸须板) from dead whales to see what the whales ate and where they lived.

Grecian knows how special these places are and how much they are affected. He believes we should act to help protect these important but threatened areas. Polar tourism is growing, but he hopes that with more awareness of its problems, visitors can make better choices.

I was fascinated with all the trail had to offer. Some parts were wide and flat, while others were narrow, steep, and even overgrown. Each night, I stayed in a different hut, living a unique life each day. At Bliss Portage Hut, I found peace on a hidden bench overlooking a forest. Sitting there, I realized how rare it is to have the forest completely to oneself.

Hiking develops a unique friendship. Along the way, I kept hearing about Pierre, a cheerful Frenchman with long, curly hair. When we finally met on Tin Hat Mountain, it felt like reuniting with an old friend. We laughed about how the trail had connected us before we even crossed paths. It struck me how such journeys remove pretences (做作), leaving only human connection.

Why do people hike? Is it for the views, the loneliness, or the challenge? For me, it was about independence and adventure, a chance to experience real life. The trail became a pilgrimage (朝圣之旅), reconnecting me with the world and myself. Each step reminded me of our smallness in the universe yet our great feelings.

Upon completion, I found my motorcycle, feeling a bittersweet mix of achievement and loss. Returning to city life felt dreamlike, as if the past 15 days had been a dream. The trail had changed me, teaching me to appreciate simpleness and freedom, lessons I'd carry long after the hike ended. Life on the trail was a reminder of what truly matters.

Jo Ferguson, Head of Membership:

I would probably choose Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall. It's a highly accessible and interesting read that examines how geography has influenced — and continues to significantly influence — politics across the world.

Bonnie Evie Gifford, Creative Writer and Producer:

I recommend Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell. If you've ever had that awkward, nerdy (书呆子气的) university experience where you just couldn't fit in, where you disagreed with a professor, or found yourself being taken advantage of by your mates, Fangirl will totally speak to you.

Kat Wheeler, Editorial Assistant:

There are so many books that I love and that have changed my life in all kinds of ways. But I think Animal Farm by George Orwell is a must, mainly because it's so accessible but so important. It tells a fable story in which the animals overthrow the farmer and establish a perfect homeland, but fall into degeneration (堕落) at last.

Kate Nicholls, Content Producer:

The latest book to blow me away has to be Eat up by Ruby Tandoh. Food and eating play such an important role in our lives and affects so many things, from body image to class. Putting together facts and statistics (数据) with personal articles and several recipes (食谱), I'm really fond of Ruby's writing style and always want more.

Gideon and his mother were visiting the supermarket for their weekly shopping when he found a leather wallet. He picked it up curiously and found there was a coffee bean pattern on the surface, which reminded him of his own experience working part-time at a coffee shop during college.

Besides that, he found a significant amount of cash and a business card with a phone number on it. Gideon had tolerated a poor life along with his mother. Each meal was the result of his mother's hard work. Gideon had been struggling with unemployment while actively searching for a job.

"Should I keep the wallet?" he wondered, the thought of financial relief crossing his mind. "I could surely use the money." Yet, a wave of guilt washed over him. "But Mother would be annoyed if she knew," he thought, holding the wallet tightly. Noticing his hesitation, Gideon's mother asked what was wrong. He told her about the wallet and his internal struggle. With a gentle but firm voice, she reminded him of the values, "We don't keep what isn't ours, Gideon."

Gideon's face turned red with a mix of emotions. "We have bills without steady income, and this could be a turning point," he responded. His mother acknowledged their difficulties but encouraged him to think about the right thing to do, saying, "Returning it could bring you unexpected good luck."

Finally, with resolve, Gideon decided to call the number on the business card. The owner was an elderly man who was very grateful when he met them to take the wallet back. He explained that the money inside was prepared for his son Andrew, which was crucial for his new business — a coffee shop he was planning to open. As Gideon walked away, he felt a sense of fulfillment(成就感) from doing the right thing, but he continued to worry about his own job search and financial situation.

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Gideon was promoted to manager of Andrew's coffee shop soon.

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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an ancient health care system in which patients (treat) with natural plant, animal, and mineral remedies (药物). It is believed, for a person to be healthy, yin and yang forces should be in balance. Imbalance causes illness or injury. TCM is about restoring the balance between yin and yang forces in (patient). It has been a major part of traditional Chinese culture and continues to play vital role in medical treatment in China today.

According to the World Health (organize), nearly 80 percent of the world's population depends for (it) primary health care needs on medicines from plants and animals. This is especially true in countries where traditional Chinese medicines are (wide) used.

Increasingly, however, modern medicines also contain substances animals and plants. Given the growing populations, increasing wealth, and the spreading popularity of natural remedies throughout the world, the demand for these useful medicines and remedies (rise) now. The rising demand, (combine) with reduced habitat, has put a number of plant and animal species used for medicinal purposes at risk for many years.

For instance, TCM uses about 1,000 plant and 36 animal species, including the tiger, rhinoceros (犀牛), and sea horse, which are all in danger.

Recognizing the signs of a fire, Healy, who was in his car,2 and ran forward. Upon reaching the3, he saw two seriously damaged vehicles, with the engine of one car covered in intensifying fire.

Healy quickly4 the situation and realized that a man was5 in the driver's seat. The car door was bent out of6, so Healy broke the window and climbed into the car to find the man who had passed out7.

The car was filling with smoke, and the fire8 to consume the entire vehicle. With the help of a stranger, Healy9 released the man and pulled him from the burning car, just10. "I've devoted 34 years of firefighting service to my city, and my11 told me if I didn't do something about this, the person would die," said Healy.

His12 action quickly spread, and his co-worker said, "Healy is always the first one to13 when there's trouble. This is just another example of his devotion, so it is no14 to us." Finally, when everything was over, Healy and his family15 their journey, though a bit late.

Remember self-acceptance is a long and ongoing journey even with these exercises.

The first exercise is discovering strengths. Children should be exposed to a variety of new things and creative activities so they can discover their strengths and interests. Bring them to the library to research their new interests. Help them to understand that not everyone has the same strengths and that it is okay.

Take time to have conversations with your child about what they want to talk about. Even if you don't take any interest in their favorite cartoon or stamp collecting, when they share it with you, allow them to talk. Your listening will help them know they are valuable and that you respect them.

Allow change. Your child may express things they don't like about themselves; that's okay. We all have things about ourselves that we don't like and want to change. Talk to your child about this. Then support their efforts in making a change. Help them understand that improving takes work and that it is a choice we get to make.

My grandmother used to tell me to just try my best. I pass this same message on to my kids but with a reminder: After all, life is all about balance. Children have to be able to strive for excellence and be content with themselves even if they don't meet their own high standards. Tell them they can always try again, if they want to.

A. Notice what they like.

B. Engage in open communication.

C. Try your best and then just be satisfied.

D. Be patient with your child in this process.

E. Focus on the positive aspects of your child.

F. Help them realize that wanting to share is normal.

G. Encourage them to find ways to better themselves.

Generally a childhood phenomenon, nearsightedness happens when the eyeball grows too long from front to back, taking on more of an oval (椭圆形) shape rather than a sphere (球形). Eyes have a "stop signal" so that they grow corresponding with the head, explains Gregory Schwartz, an associate professor at Northwestern University. However, that signal can be interrupted by genetic and environmental factors, which leads to our eyeballs growing a bit too much, leading to far-off objects looking out of focus. Signs you might have nearsightedness also include headaches, as well as eye stress and tiredness when doing certain activities such as driving or playing sports.

The increased use of screens, most of which are high contrast, like black text on a white page, or light text on a dark background, overstimulating our eyes, causing more eye growth in children and less time spent outdoors are to blame. A 2017 study published in JAMA Ophthalmology found a connection between increased natural light exposure and a decrease in nearsightedness, particularly in children and young adults. Exposure to natural light stimulates dopamine, a chemical which helps regulate normal growth and development of the eyeball. Indoor lighting doesn't do the trick.

Most people's vision will stabilize in their teens, but some people develop nearsightedness later in life, typically between ages 20 and 40. Poor eyesight isn't the only downside; people with nearsightedness are at a higher risk of developing eye issues as they age. That's why regular eye exercise is crucial.

This incident(小事件) stuck in my mind because it confirmed(证实） my growing belief that children are changing. As far as I can remember, my friends and I didn't find out we were "depressed" until we were in high school.

The evidence of a change in children has increased steadily in recent years. Children don't seem childlike anymore. Children speak more like adults, dress more like adults and behave more like adults than they used to. Whether this is good or bad is difficult to say, but it is certainly different. Children as they once were on longer exists. Why?

Human development is based not only on innate biological states, but also on patterns of access to social knowledge. Movement from one social route to another usually involves learning the secrets of the new status. Children have always been taught adult secrets, but slowly and in stages: traditionally, we tell sixth graders things we keep hidden from fifth graders.

In the last 30 years, however, a secret-revelation （揭示）machine has been installed in 98 percent of American homes. It is called television. Television passes information indiscriminately to all viewers alike, be they children or adults. Unable to resist the temptation, many children turn their attention from printed texts to the less challenging, more vivid moving pictures.

Communication through print, as a matter of fact, allows for a great deal of control over the social information to which children have access. Reading and writing involve a complex code of symbols that must be memorized and practiced. Children must read simple books before they can read complex materials.

That might sound like an impossible dream, but Bexler turned it into a reality.

In December 2015, he and a team of Australian and American scientists ventured into an isolated tropical rain forest on the island of New Guinea. They were the first people ever to enter the mist-covered region. "As time was limited, we were dropped in by helicopter. Once we were on the ground, there were no trails anywhere; it was really hard to get around, " Bexler says.

Within minutes of landing, the team spotted a black chicken-like bird with strange orange skin hanging from its neck. The scientists soon determined that the unusual creature was a type of honeyeaters — the first new bird species to be sighted on New Guinea in 60 years.

The honeyeater wasn't the only surprise for the scientists. They discovered more than 40 previously unknown plant and animal species — 13 birds of paradise, 20 frogs, four butterflies, and five palms. "We were like kids in a candy store," Bexler recalls. "Everywhere we looked, we saw amazing things we had never seen before."

The newfound species didn't shy away from the scientists. Two long-nosed echidnas — primitive egg-laying mammals — let the visitors pick them up and take them back to camp to study them. An echidna looks like a hedgehog and is also called a spiny anteater.

Bexler thinks the animals weren't scared because they had never seen humans before. "In almost all parts of New Guinea, animals are hunted for food, and because of this, they are very cautious of people," he explains. "This area gives scientists a place where they can go to study the behaviours of animals that have not yet learned to be afraid of people. "

Scientists believe the area is probably the largest untouched forest in Asia. Local people called Kwerba hunt and collect plants from the outer-edges of the forest but told Bexler that not even their ancestors had gone so far into the woods. The wooded area is approximately a 10-day walk from the nearest village.

Bexler and his team did not have enough time during the expedition to study the area completely. They hope to return and expect to record many more undiscovered species. "We just scratched the surface," Bexler says. "Anyone who goes there will come back with a mystery."

At New York University (NYU), we don't want money to stand in the way of your success. That's why many of our students receive some form of financial assistance to help pay for their education . As a student at NYU, you will likely access one or more types of financial aid that include: scholarships, grants () and work-study grants.

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 I realized that the fear from that night had been deeply ingrained in my heart, . 

，  my heart fills with terrible memories. 

I trembled with terror, . 

I began to feel my way in the dark, . 

I was alone at home .