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I'd been waitressing for months, earning extra money for college. "Since it's not too busy, go and see if Ray wants any more coffee," my boss said to me as he pointed to an older man sitting in the corner.

Ray was holding the cup in his hand as he stared out of the window. He was a re gular lunch customer on Mondays and Fridays.

"Can I refill the cup for you, Ray?" I asked. He looked up with a peaceful smile and held his cup out toward me. "You know, I've been coming here for several years, and I have to say you have the nicest smile," he whispered. "Can you sit for minutes... please?"

I sat down and he smiled,   "Your smile reminds me of my granddaughter, Sharon." He took out a picture of her from his wall et and handed it to me. "She graduated from college last year."

"What a nice-looking girl!" I said. "Does she live near you?"

Ray shook his head as he put the picture back in his wallet. "She moved to California last year. I miss her a lot. She and I used to have lunch together on Monday s and Fridays,"   he said. "She now wants me to move out there to be closer to her."

"So, why don't you?"

"I don't know if I really want to move. I've been here all my life," he answered.

I heard my boss calling me. "I guess that's meant for me," I said as I stood up.

We smiled at each other. "Ray……if my grandfather had been like you, I'd have asked him day and night to move closer to me, too."   I patted his shoulder. "Don't wait too long. Nice talking with you..."

For the next couple of weeks, Ray continued to come on Mondays and Fridays. But on that Monday of Thanksgiving week, he didn't show up. Then one Wednesday afternoon, walking out to my car after work, I heard a voice call my name from across the parking lot.

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It was Ray, hurrying to catch up to me.

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"Have you made up your mind to move?" I asked.

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Recently, it seems common that wild animals like foxes and racoons have been spotted in urban areas.

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I was lucky to grow up with my grandparents living with us. As a child, I didn't realize how important that was but, as I got older, I saw firsthand how much care and support they needed. After much reflection, I now understand that caring for the elderly isn't just about doing chores for them. It's about showing them respect, love and attention, as well as (find) the time to do so in a fast-paced and demanding world, a world many of us are time-poor.

My grandparents taught me that older people have a lot of wisdom to share. Their advice offers new perspectives on life, relationships and even success, precisely they've already experienced and navigated many of the struggles we are facing now. For instance, my grandma always reminded me to be patient and listen to others. Over time, I realized just absolutely correct she was.

However, with age (come) challenges. Tasks become more arduous (费力的). For someone who has been self-sufficient most of their life, this can destroy their confidence. We should (remind) of this often. When helping them manage their day, we should ensure that they maintain a sense of independence.

Beyond physical challenges, many elderly people often face loneliness or isolation, especially after losing friends and family over the years. Spending time with the elderly, it's just sitting down to have a conversation or watching TV together, can make an enormous difference. I remember how much my grandma's eyes would light up when we'd sit down to play a board game or chat about my school day. Little moments like show that you care, and they're more important than you might think.

Technology, too, can be a way to connect with them by helping them connect with others. Whether it's teaching them how to use smart devices, reach family over video calls, access services online, these small actions can make them feel like a part of a world that often seems (move) too quickly for them.

When I left school at eighteen, I opened several bank3 and collect numerous store and credit cards. I often4 buying things on my shopping trips that I didn't even want or ever use, just because of the" high" I got from making the purchases. My5 caused a lot of severe problems at home but my parents didn't understand what was going on, and I refused to talk about it — I felt too guilty and6 and usually kept all my possessions out of sight. In the end I left home but I just couldn't7 — I was spending my money on useless things and didn't have enough to8 the expense and bills for my daily life. I had to move back in with my parents and I tried to9 my spending. But I still couldn't10 the habit.

Eventually, I got professional help when I lost my11 because I was out of office shopping all day long. Counseling helped me to discover what12 me a shopping addict, and to set myself weekly13 to change my behavior. I am now successfully rebuilding my life and I'm slowly repaying my14. I am finally aware of who I am and I15 like myself now.

So that's the theory, but what does this look like in our everyday lives? But should we let these experiences block us from letting our guard down in the future? Schopenhauer's advice would probably be "yes".. For example, a review, which analyzed 148 studies involving 308,849 participants, found that individuals with strong social connections have a 50% increased like hood of survival. Additionally, the National Institute on Aging reports that the health risks of long-term isolation (隔离) are equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

Psychological therapist Hilary Sanders explains chat behaviors like isolation or anger can serve as survival strategies during childhood. While these defenses may provide short-term protection, they can block meaningful connections if they persist.

In conclusion, the natural longing for connection drives us to seek out meaningful relationships, even when we know that weakness can lead to emotional pain. Yes, there are risks in exposing our true selves and emotions, but unlike hedgehogs, humans don't come with the quills built in. So when we learn to lower our defences for safe people, there's a chance we actually can have it all — the warmth of genuine relationships without the fear of being hurt.

A. However, modern research offers a different perspective.

B. This metaphor shows the importance of adaptability in nature.

C. Most of the defensive reactions originate from early experiences.

D. These experiences can make it difficult to trust others in the future.

E. Many people share stories of emotional pain from close relationships.

F. This reflects humans' struggle to balance closeness and self-protection.

G. We have the capacity to choose whom we trust and how we protect our selves.

In 2024 China's State Council issued a policy document on promoting a "silver economy to improve the well-being of the elderly". It called for companies to invest in elder-friendly industries such as smart health care, anti-ageing products, personal pensions and tourism. "Promote theme products such as nostalgic tours and youth tours," it recommended. The state has also called upon local governments to develop better services for old people, such as meal deliveries, at-home health care and cultural enrichment activities.

The focus on silver-haired spenders makes sense. The ageing society will have massive needs — and the coming generation of retirees will have money to spend. The UN estimates that the largest age group, aged 50 — 60, includes 230m people, most of whom will retire in the next decade. "They are the wealthiest sector of society," says Tim Lie of Quantasing, an educational-technology firm that pivoted to focus on the silver economy in 2022.

Older Chinese tend to be more frugal. But the growing groups of those in "new middle age" (45 — 60) and "old age" (over 60) are in a sweet spot in the middle, says Mr Xie. They spent most of their working lives in China's boom years and are retiring with enough time to enjoy their savings. Quantasing has attracted 120m users to its online courses, which help retired people develop hobbies such as calligraphy, meditation and piano. Only 400,000 are paying customers so far, but Quantasing expects that number to grow as it expands into wellness products and tourism.

There are challenges to developing the silver economy. The elderly are susceptible to scams. They will need consumer protection, even as the government encourages firms to sell them as much as possible. Chen Gong of Peking University warns that too many firms may be piling in without enough thorough research. "Many policies are shouting a lot but doing little," he says. Cai Fang of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences points out that more welfare and social services for the elderly are needed. Silver-haired spending is bound to grow. It will be tougher to make sure that the well-being of China's old folks grows along with it.

A supersolid is a unique state of matter governed by the principles of quantum mechanics. In this state, particles form an organized, crystal structure like a solid, yet they can move freely and fluidly like a liquid without stickness. The lack of stickness means that supersolids can quickly pipe themselves out of any containers.

Ordinary solids are typically static and do not move on their own. However, supersolids possess the ability to change direction and density based on particle interactions while still keeping an orderly network structure. The formation of supersolids requires extremely low temperatures, usually close to absolute zero (minus 459.67 degrees Fahrenheit or minus 273.15 degrees Celsius).

While supersolids have been previously created from atomic gases, the recent research employed a novel mechanism involving "polariton (极化子) " systems. Polaritons are multiple particles formed by the strong coupling of light and quasiparticles (准粒子) through electromagnetic interactions. These polaritons can concentrate into the lowest possible energy state, similar to certain atomic gases. Namely, light is combined with matter, and together, they can be condensed into a supersolid.

The study of supersolids is crucial because it allows us to observe the effects of tiny interactions between particles without the interference of temperature. By examining the behavior and characteristics of supersolids, we gain insights into the fundamental ways in which atoms and particles are organized. This knowledge helps us understand the world at a basic level.

With further research and development, supersolids hold great potential for various applications. They could be used in quantum computing, superconductors, frictionless oils, and potentially many other applications that we have yet to imagine. The creation of a supersolid from light represents a significant leap forward in this field.

The Wright children were expected to work hard. When they were young boys, their father Milton brought home a flying toy: a propeller (螺旋桨) made of bamboo and powered by a rubber band. Fascinated with it, the boys began experimenting with it immediately. Their great curiosity was restrained only by their lack of mechanical know-how.

As the boys grew, all mechanical things fascinated them. They were especially interested in bicycles and printing presses. Unfortunately, Susan died in 1889. Later, when the family struggled financially, the brothers dropped out of school and put their hands and minds to work. They published a weekly newspaper and opened a company, selling and repairing bicycles.

The business was successful enough to fund their flying experiments. It's easy to imagine the brothers working long hours on bicycles during the day and assembling propellers, gears and motors in the back workshop in their off time. They spent hours on the beach watching birds glide (滑翔). They made sketches and obsessed over the details of materials, dimensions, rotor spin and weight. Their work continued for more than a decade until they finally developed their dream: an airplane.

When it came time to test their first full-scale model in 1903, their father was anchored to the earth with doubts. He couldn't bear the thought of losing his sons, so he made them promise never to fly together — that is, if their experiment ever got off the ground.

There are always two choices on the shelf when we reach for the milk, cheese or yoghurt: normal or light. Less fat is better, right? But what about the goodness that can be found in dairy — Is it all there in the reduced-fat version? Five experts from various fields were asked if light dairy products were better for our health. Here are their detailed responses.

Caryl Nowson, Nutritionist

Switching from full-fat dairy products to low-fat reduces energy intake, thereby preventing weight gain as well as reducing saturated fat (饱和脂肪) intake. Consumption of saturated fat raises cholesterol (胆固醇) levels in the blood, which increases the risk of heart disease. So reducing saturated fat intake can assist in reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Malcolm Riley, Epidemiologist

Light dairy products are great for people who want to lower their fat intake. They contain most of the nutritional benefits that can be found in full-fat dairy foods, despite containing 25 percent to 100 percent less fat than their regular dairy food equivalents. However, it is important to note that light dairy foods may be higher in some other nutrients, such as sugar. It always pays to read the nutrition tag and the ingredients list carefully.

Nicholas Fuller, Obesity Researcher

Both full-fat and low-fat dairy foods have the same benefits for our heart health. The most important thing is that a person includes dairy products in their diet, or suitable dairy-free alternatives that are calcium-enriched (富含钙质的), such as soy. Until we know for sure the effect of full-fat versus low-fat dairy on our weight and waistlines, people should stick with low-fat products as part of their daily eating plan.

Evangeline Mantzioris, Food Scientist

A recent study which followed people for 22 years found no negative link between heart health and dairy consumption — whether it is full-fat or low-fat dairy. So currently the evidence suggests that light dairy makes no difference in terms of our risk of heart disease and early death. For those who seek to manage their weight, the difference in energy intake may have a significant impact on their success.

Robyn Delbridge, Dietitian

Light dairy foods are not necessarily better than full-fat dairy foods. Overall, evidence supports the conclusion that dairy foods, regardless of fat content, involve a low risk of the potential harmful effects of high blood pressure. Fermented (发酵的) dairy such as yoghurt and cheese may be beneficial for heart health. The choice of full-fat versus that of low-fat foods should be made based on your whole diet pattern.

On a scorching summer afternoon, the Johnson family gathered at the old farmhouse for Grandma's birthday celebration. Tommy and his younger sister Lily, played hide-and-seek and chased each other around an old oak tree in the front yard, its gnarled (多节的) roots creating perfect hiding spots while its massive branches providing shade in this hot weather. The yard smelled of fresh grass and the roses, carefully tended by Grandma, emitted a faint fragrance.

Near dusk, the sky, previously brilliant blue, began to darken ominously (不祥的). Inside, the whole family chatted happily over dinner while sharing Grandma Johnson's delicious apple pies as well as her tales of resilience (恢复力) in the face of adversity (逆境), the air filled with laughter. But as the first rumbles of thunder echoed in the distance, a silence fell over the room.

Suddenly a deafening thunderclap shook the very foundations of the house. Soon rain began to pour down in torrents, as if the heavens themselves had opened up, and the power went out with a lightning, throwing the room into darkness. "This is no ordinary storm," Grandpa muttered in a low and solemn(严肃的) tone, staring out of the window.

With the night approaching, the storm showed no mercy. The wind roared with such intensity that the family could feel the house shaking under the attack. Tommy's younger sister, Lily, held on to her stuffed bunny to her chest, her eyes wide with fear as she buried her face in her mother's shoulder. Her mother wrapped her arms around Lily, rocking her gently back and forth in an attempt to comfort her. The wind howling like a wounded beast outside, Grandma took Tommy's trembling hand in hers, her voice steady and reassuring as she spoke. "Remember, dear, storms don't last forever." Her words became a lifeline for the frightened children.

Then, a thunderous crash echoed through the backyard. "The old oak tree!" Tommy gasped. Grandpa sprang to his feet, determined to assess the damage despite the raging weather. Grandma grabbed his arm, her grip firm."Wait, let me come with you. We'll face it together."

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Upon opening the door, they were greatly shocked at the scene unfolding before them.

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The family nodded, their hearts swelling with resolve to do something the next day.

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China is advancing steadily in its manned lunar exploration program, with all research and construction work(progress) as planned to achieve the goal of sending the fourth groups of Chinese astronauts to the lunar surface by 2030．

The agency said in a news release on Monday that key components of the(ambition) project, including the Long March 10 heavy-lift carrier rocket, Mengzhou manned spacecraft, Lanyue lunar lander, Wangyu lunar suit and Tansuo crew rover, are in the preparation period and currently the design work(proceed)on schedule.

Meanwhile, construction of new testing and launch facilities is underway at the Wenchang SpaceLaunchCenter.overall design plans for ground systems like tracking, command and landing site facilities have been finalized,the construction work is set to begin.

Once(realize), China's manned lunar program will make the country the second nation to land astronauts on the moon,(significant) boosting its global space standing.

The country's roadmap for its first manned lunar expedition involves two Long March 10(launch)to transport a Lanyue lunar lander and a Mengzhou manned spacecraftlunar orbit, where they are to meet and dock. On the moon, the astronauts will carry out scientific tasks and collect samples before returning to the Lanyue module. In the final stage, the astronauts will carry the samples into the Mengzhou spacecraft,will then undock and carry the crew back to Earth.

Naturally, I went to various websites and blogs for1. I noticed the common features like social media buttons, advertisements, comments and more. At first glance, these seemed2since every website had them. But as I3my site, I found they were not. Instead, a clean, user-friendly design is a good4, which had positive effects. Without advertisements or social media buttons, more people were5. It seemed that the more my website was6, the better the results were.

Later, I noticed the7 of simplicity in other areas of life.

As a kid, I was too weak. As an athlete, I needed to get stronger. So I spent hours designing the right combination of exercises. But unfortunately, I8got stronger. I assumed that I was missing some kind of exercise, so I kept9something new. However, it took me years to realize that I had not been on the right track with my training, with so many types of exercises10.

Accordingly, later I11the complex works and focused on just one or two exercises. Surprisingly, there was a noticeable12in my strength in just four months.

From websites to workouts, I made progress by ignoring, reducing and13the non-essential choices. I think this principle also14to most things in life. So when you make a list of your plans, decide what truly matters to you and15the rest.

Therefore, we can navigate our local environments safely. We're also naturally talented at recognizing faces. Ever since we lived in groups, we humans have needed to know who's "part of the pack", and who isn't, as a vital part of staying safe.

And we're excellent at remembering things that might put our well-being at risk. A recent research showed that we're remarkably accurate at recalling anything connected with infection.

In the study, volunteers were shown a set of objects that they would be tested on later. But there was a twist. Some of the items were held by a researcher who was said to have got flu. And guess what? Those "contaminated (受污染的)" objects proved to be significantly easier to recall.

None of the volunteers would ever have to touch those things themselves. But their minds still prioritized them, locking in the information for later — just in case it could keep them safe.

When you've got something important to remember, why not "tag" it with one of those unpleasant feelings that your brain can't help holding on to?

Worried about forgetting the milk from your shopping list? Picture the bottle, and imagine opening it only to discover that it's weeks out of date. Think about how it would look — and smell!Your instinct for self-protection keeps things in your thought more than normally. Don't try this technique too often, though, or you'll end up always feeling on edge!

A. It enables us to have a disgustingly good memory.

B. Even imaginary dangers can sharpen our memory skills.

C. We seem to be born with the ability to remember routes.

D. It's an involuntary response that you can use to your advantage.

E. To sharpen our brain, we visualize everything as what we hate.

F. Thanks to the power of disgust, you'll have a better chance of remembering the fresh one.

G. But, when your memory needs a boost, a bit of negative feelings can be healthy for your recall.

The free flow of traffic becomes unstable as the density (密度) of cars increases on a highway. At 15 vehicles per mile per lane, one driver tapping their brakes can trigger a wave of jam. "It's a kind of phase transition," like water turning from a liquid to a solid form, says Katsuhiro Nishinari, a mathematical physicist at the University of Tokyo who studies these jamming transitions.

Ants can maintain their flow even at high densities. So what's their secret? In a recent study, researchers recorded ants on trails, using traffic-engineering models to analyze their movement. What did they find? The ants travel in groups of three to twenty. They move at nearly constant rates. They keep good distances between one another. And they do not speed up to pass others.

Human drivers at rush hour are hardly likely to follow such rules. "We're maximizing the interests of individuals. That's why, at a given point, you start to have a traffic jam," says study co-author Nicola Pugno. But self-driven cars, if they one day become common, could have more cooperative programming. In one vision of this future, autonomous vehicles would share information with nearby cars. This would improve traffic flow, perhaps, the researchers suggest, by prioritizing constant speeds and headways or by not passing others on the road.

This vehicle network would be similar to ant trails. The insects use scent to control behavior while interacting with one another. "There is no leader," but this organization emerges anyway, says Noa Pinter-Wollman, a behavioral scientist studying ants at the University of California, Los Angeles. And in both ant and vehicle traffic, this type of distributed system can be "very, very strong" and flexible, Nishinari says.

Today's drivers can learn at least one thing from ants. By leaving room between their car and the one ahead of them, drivers can absorb a wave of braking in dense traffic conditions that would otherwise be grown into a big traffic jam with no obvious cause. "Just keeping away," he says, can help traffic flow smoothly.

Fotiaoqiang, also known as "Buddha Jumps over the Wall", gets its name from a legend that its irresistible scent could tempt even a vegetarian Buddha to leap over a wall for a taste. This luxurious dish mixes expensive ingredients like abalone (鲍鱼), chicken, and mushrooms, which are slow-cooked for hours or even days to blend rich flavors. Dating back to the reign of Emperor Tongzhi (1862-1875) of the Qing Dynasty, it is often served at special events, symbolizing wealth and hospitality. The original recipe was created at Juchunyuan restaurant in Fuzhou, the capital city of Fujian.

"For many overseas Chinese, fotiaoqiang is a must at Spring Festival feasts," said Wang Yue, deputy general manager of Fuzhou Juchunyuan Group. Now, they are processed following the standards for ready-to-cook foods and then, they are distributed via a cold chain system. This keeps the traditional flavor preserved. It would have been very difficult to make and export Chinese delicacies like fotiaoqiang in large quantities due to the complexity of the traditional cooking method. The maturing of the ready-to-cooking food business has presented new opportunities for Chinese catering (饮食) companies to break into overseas markets, according to Wang.

There are around 60 million overseas Chinese worldwide. This means there is huge potential for the export of Chinese foods. China's abundant supply of agricultural produce, rich food culture, stable industry and supply chain, and policy support from local authorities in recent years, havecollectively laid solid groundwork for taking ready-to-cook Chinese foods globally.

In June, Fujian province hosted a special event for more than 40 suppliers. They were able to connect both online and offline with representatives of over 10 buyers from the US and Canada. This will help take the country's food culture further to the world.

Of both French and Indian background, she had a gentle, soft touch. All her life, Mom was there for me; although now a grown woman, I still needed my senior parent for advice and comfort. We were the best of friends, and over the years, we shared, laughed and cried together.

I often found myself wearing her red sweater, which had been Mom's favourite, and it was faded and worn from years of use. To cope with my grief, I would imagine my mom wearing the red sweater and reaching out to comfort me. Her warm hands, worn and shrivelled (干枯) from age and work, had cared for a large family, and brought life to plants and flowers.

Mom lost both her cultures when she married my father, a white man, and moved from her island to live on his. When she arrived in isolated and rural Cardigan at the age of eighteen, she began to learn English. Sadly, her knowledge of both French and her native Chinook began to fade away.

One of my favourite memories are the native powwws (帕瓦仪式) we attended on Panmure Island. FirstNations people from all over North America travelled there to participate in the powwows. It was an opportunity forMom to mingle with the First Nations people, wear her native shirt, dance in the sacred circle and socialize. She loved going to those powwows and I remember her proudly telling an elder once, "I'm Indian, too." Although she had moved into the white man's world when she married, she never lost her Chinook heritage of strong native spirituality, deep respect for the land, and love for the outdoors— all of which she passed on to me and my eight brothers and sisters.

Now, her image travels with me when I feel grief and pain. She always wears the red sweater and for an instant, our hands join. Death has not separated us.

Canadian Centre for Architecture

The Canadian Centre for Architecture is a fascinating museum and research centre where you can learn all about industrial design. There's a permanent collection of books and handicrafts prospective designers may be interested in, including some activities for children. One of the most important aspects of this museum is the sculpture garden where you'll find a variety of different installations depicting various aspects of architectural design and style.

Open: Wednesday—Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm.

MAC

The MAC (Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal) is a fun contemporary art museum that lets you explore art created more recently. It is also the first museum in Canada dedicated to contemporary art, opening in 1964．Inside this museum, you'll find a collection of works from more than 1,500 artists, most of whom are still living. In total, there are around 7,000 works of art on display. Most of the works come from Quebec or greater Canada. Various mediums like paintings, sculptures, photos, and video works are on display.

Open: Tuesday—Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm.

Montreal Science Centre

The Montreal Science Centre offers fun for the whole family with interactive exhibits you and your kids can enjoy. The permanent exhibitions here are quite varied, showcasing different ways of harnessing energy, space exploration, and the history of human evolution. Families can particularly enjoy what this museum has to offer thanks to interactive exhibits like the Life-Sized Science activity that lets your kids use their entire body to explore.

Open: Monday—Friday from 9 am to 4 pm, Saturday— Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm.