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Last week, a strong storm the small village of Greenfield. It felt the world was shaking, and many homes were destroyed. People were worried, but they tried to remain so they could think clearly and decide what to do next.

The of the storm could be seen everywhere. Trees were lying on the roads, buildings were damaged, and people needed help quickly. Despite everything, they worked hard to keep a attitude and encourage one another during the difficult time.

The teams arrived to help people who were trapped in their houses. Everyone made a great to solve the problems together. Food, water, and other supplies were to those in need.

In the end, most people survived the storm because everyone worked together and each other. This showed that life is hard, people can achieve a lot by working as a team.

In different cultures, people have different ideas about friendship, and these ideas can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.

In the United States, friendship is often activity-based. Shared experiences, from playing sports to watching movies, are a fundamental (基本的) reason people become friends. We have noticed that they seem to have many friends belong to different social circles. Making friends is rather quick and easy for Americans, and the word "friend" is used quite (wide).

However, in many Eastern cultures, such as China and Korea, building a true friendship (take) more time and effort. Friendship is based on deep emotional bonds (纽带，联系) andstrong sense of duty. Once you become close friends, you are almost like family. Friends (expect) to help each other in times of need, which is very important in Eastern cultures.

Another key distinction (区别) lies in communication. In "direct" cultures, honesty is highly valued and considered a characteristic (特点) of true friendship, even if the truth is (comfortable) . In "indirect" cultures, friends often try to avoid direct disagreement to keep good friendship. They believe that a true friend should understand their feelings saying everything.

So, if you ever have a chance (make) friends with someone from another culture, remember that there is no single "right" way. Being aware of these (different) is the first step towards building a strong cross-cultural friendship.

During one rescue, Asmu watched the Chinese and Turkish teams work together really well. They6 tools and knowledge, using professional kits to7 for people trapped in the ruins. "It was amazing to see how they talked and worked together," Asmu said. "Everyone8 each other, even though they didn't speak the same language."

One time, they saved a pregnant (怀孕的) woman from a broken building. She was very sick, but the9 actions of the rescue team saved her life within an hour. Asmu was there, helping with the10 of the sick and injured, and he saw the woman's face11 with happiness when she was sent to a safe area.

This teamwork between countries not only saved many lives but also brought a12 connection between people. Asmu was13 by the unity and kindness of the rescue workers. "It made me see that when bad things happen, the14 of working together and being kind during15 times can make a great difference," he said.

In public speaking, body language can make or break your presentation. Confident body language, like standing tall, helps you establish trust and connection with your audience. When used correctly, body language becomes a powerful tool for strengthening interaction. So explore key techniques to improve your nonverbal communication skills in public speaking.

Practice in front of a mirror.

One of the most effective ways to improve body language is through self-observation. Practicing in front of a mirror allows you to observe your poses, facial expressions, and gestures in real time..

Match body language with your speech for impact.

Effective communication happens when your verbal messages perfectly match your nonverbal delivery. When you're delivering a message of enthusiasm, your facial expressions and gestures should reveal that energy. Similarly, calm body language helps project reliability when you're speaking about a serious topic. This is crucial in building trust with your audience.

Pausing (停顿) at the right moment while speaking helps you manage your pace and avoid unnecessary words like "um" or "ah", and can also strengthen your body language. For example, a pause before delivering a key point allows your facial expressions and gestures to attach significance to the message. It gives you time to make meaningful eye contact with your audience and allows them to process your words.

Employ open gestures.

However, unnecessary or uncontrolled movements may cause distractions from your message. The key is to try to use open, purposeful gestures that feel natural and match your words. Open gestures, like uncrossed arms, palms up, and broad hand movements, signal openness, confidence, and warmth, helping your audience feel more comfortable.

A. Focus on intentional movements.

B. Make use of strategic short silence.

C. You can use hand gestures to illustrate progress.

D. Your body language should strengthen your speech.

E. This makes you more aware of your body language patterns.

F. Gestures do support communication by adding emphasis and clarity.

G. By contrast, nervous habits like avoiding eye contact can distract listeners.

Chinese dragons most resemble snakes, and have four claws and no wings. They often have features of other animals, including carp, tigers, and eagles. In contrast, Western dragons look like huge lizards with big claws and large bat-like wings, and are often shown with spines or rough scales.

In traditional Chinese culture, a dragon is a symbol of luck, power and high status. They can cause weather changes and bring rainfall to the fields to ensure rich harvests. They are considered divine creatures, which hold an important position as the head of the four spirits. Therefore, to symbolize their power, ancient Chinese emperors decorated their clothes with dragon patterns. These clothes are known as dragon robes. Many Chinese view the dragon as a national symbol, proudly referring to themselves as "descendants of the dragon". In the west, however, a dragon symbolizes an evil creature that spreads violence and terror throughout the land. They are believed to be transformed by the devil, with the ability to breathe fire or spit poison. Many western tales show dragons being defeated and killed to protect people from danger.

Today, dragons continue to evolve, exceeding traditional boundaries and finding new significance in global culture. They are no longer associated with evil or good, but rather as complex characters with their own unique personalities and motivations. For example, Toothless from How to Train Your Dragon begins as a dangerous dragon but evolves into a misunderstood being with love and compassion. This challenges the idea of dragons as naturally evil, presenting them as complex beings with emotions and motivations.

The study found Americans had the friendliest English accent in the world with one in five seeing the American accent as the friendliest. Though the Canadian accent is the most closely related to general American English, with similar rules for pronunciation and accent, only one in 12 selected it as the friendliest accent. The British accent is considered the second most friendly accent, with one in seven selecting it as the friendliest. The Australian accent came in third place, with almost one in 10 considering it to be friendly. Although the New Zealand accent is similar to the Australian accent, New Zealanders came 15th with just 1 in 100 choosing the Kiwi accent as the friendliest.

In understanding why some accents are viewed as more friendly than others, Dr Christopher Strelluf from the University of Warwick said attitudes towards language varieties (变体) usually show the ideas "we have about people who speak those varieties". "If people around the world think American English sounds friendly, it's good news for Americans because it means people think of Americans as friendly people."

"The meanings of Englishes worldwide are also changing rapidly across many dimensions (维度). For example, while British English has historically provided an international model for ‘correct' English, people who live in countries where English is being learned for getting into the global (全球的) marketplace increasingly prefer American English as their standard," said Strelluf.

"In this study, the attitudes towards English show the basic ways we continue to find our way through social relationships using language and our thoughts about language."

Learning to speak Chinese isn't as insurmountable as I once thought. When I speak to native speakers in Chinese, they almost always understand me. I also find it not too difficult to remember characters and I am now even able to write over 400 characters. I find studying the language relaxing and worthwhile, particularly writing the characters. The thing I find most challenging is listening since native speakers talk at such a speed. I can't always understand what has been said, but my weekly online language exchanges help with this greatly.

Despite my progress, it has still been the challenge I desire and has taken a lot of hard work. Furthermore, there is a long way to go before I reach my goal of fluency. The key to progress is to be patient and persistent (坚持不懈的). The satisfaction that comes from simple things like ordering food in Chinese, buying things on the Internet or communicating with a taxi driver makes all the hard work worth it.

My biggest harvest from learning Chinese is that it's not only doable but can also be enjoyable. Learning Chinese not only helps me in day-to-day life, but deepens my cultural understanding of such a colourful and beautiful country. Considering where I am now, compared to two years ago, as long as I keep studying hard, I can image a time when I'll be able to read famous Chinese novels not in English but in the original text. So, to all my non-Chinese friends, I always say "Don't give up. Embrace (拥抱) the challenge."

Yangon

Yangon has a large population, but the city doesn't seem crowded. There are trees everywhere, which gives it a totally different feel from other Asian cities. At night, Yangon's wide streets come alive with stalls (货摊) selling delicious food. The most famous temple is the gold-plated Shwedagon Paya. The colonial architecture of the Strand Hotel is another great sight.

Mandalay

Picturesque Mandalay is famous for being the old royal capital of Myanmar. In the past, Burmese kings would have lived in the city and you can still see some of their palaces in evidence. Mandalay is also known for its Chinese and Indian immigrants. One of the best things to do here is to spend time enjoying the varied cuisines on offer. Its scenic mountains and beautiful waterfalls are what visitors should not miss.

Bagan

Travelers with a passion for Buddhist temples should have a field day in Bagan, since it contains the most of these in the world. The most popular destination in Bagan was the capital of the First Burmese Empire from the 9th to the 13th centuries. Today the site is still home to thousands of temples and pagodas, including the famous Ananda Temple with its sparkling gold spires.

Kalaw

If you want to explore the rural and natural beauty of Myanmar, Kalaw is a must-go place. When trekking (长途跋涉) through the hills of Kalaw, you will experience the diverse landscapes, cultures, and lifestyles of the local people, as well as enjoy the fresh air and scenic views. You will need a guide to show you the way and arrange your accommodation.

Mia and Max were raised alone by their single mother Jennifer after their dad passed away when they were kids. Jennifer worked double shifts as a waitress at a downtown bar to make ends meet, and she could never afford a baby-sitter. Luckily, the neighbors on Maple Street all lent a hand — Mrs. Brown next door would pick the kids up from school, Mr. Wilson across the road taught Max to fix bikes, and even Teenager Lila helped Mia with her homework when Jennifer was late.

In return, Mia and Max became the neighborhood's little helpers. They watered Mrs. Brown's rose bushes every evening, walked Lila's dog, Charlie, and carried groceries for the elderly Mr. Wilson. "Mommy says kindness is like a seed—you plant it, and it grows," Mia often said. Max would nod approvingly and add, "Yeah A little help goes a long way for someone in need" Their giggles and bright smiles made the quiet street feel like a big family.

A terrible thing hit one afternoon when Max fell down during the break, unconscious. Immediately sent to the hospital, he was diagnosed with a serious disease that required expensive monthly medical fees. Jennifer started saving every extra penny. Worse still, she had to feed the kids the only one can of tomato soup in the fridge one evening. Taking it out, she added more water in it and served it to them. "It's a bit watery, mommy," Mia noted, but quickly took another spoonful, adding, "But it's still yummy" Max nodded.

The next day, returning home early, Jennifer found Mia sitting on the step, selling her beloved dolls — her birthday and Christmas gifts — with a big poster reading "Dolls for Max's Medical Fees". "I love Max more than dolls," Mia whispered. Jennifer hugged her, tears wetting her shirt. The next morning, Jennifer found in the mailbox an envelope with $2,000 and a note inside, "Thanks for your kids. Your children taught us kindness. Now let us give back."

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Months later, Max's health improved greatly.

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Yours,

Li Hua

A few months ago, I fell down a rabbit hole. Actually, it was a noodle hole. It all started with Instagram photo of a bowl of steaming beef soup. The soup was as clear as a polished window. In it, there was a tight roll of noodles. Soup is to noodles soul is to body.

I had never even tasted the dish (call) Lanzhou lamian, an (impressive) chewy Chinese noodle dish, which originated in Lanzhou, Gansu, but it seemed that it became my new (favor) food. Lanzhou beef noodles are not as widely known outside China some other Chinese dishes. But in recent years, the dish (begin) to become popular worldwide. Lanzhou noodle restaurants have opened in many international cities.

Everyone I spoke to had (vary) of opinions on the ideal version. A chef told me, "You should be able to taste the skill of the chef and the way the noodles (pull)." A food writer added that the soup should be flavored subtly with spices.

I kept their advice in mind as I traveled across the city and slurped (出声地吃或喝) bowl after bowl, with my cold cheeks (melt) in the steam.

Between journeys, they returned to Hawaii, where they built a sustainable5 by the sea. The ocean became Alison's front6, where she played with dolphins. She would7 and release sea leaves. The dolphins would catch them and play games. Over time, the dolphins learned to8 Alison and would approach her freely.

After university, Alison continued traveling. Her survival9 earned her a spot on a TV show where she had to survive on a10 island. While she succeeded, the plastic waste on the beach shocked her. This experience11 changed her focus toward ocean protection.

Back home, she saw dolphins playing with plastic instead of leaves. This made her more12 to act. Now Alison shares her conservation13 through talks and products. She helped ban plastic bags in California, showing how policies can14 change.

"Whether you're a teacher, artist, or student, we can all help protect our15," Alison says, "Every small action matters."