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Originating in the Tang Dynasty, Shuyuan, or ancient Chinese academies, were unique Chinese institutions. By the Song Dynasty, they (become) China's primary intellectual centers, scholars often had critical reflection, intense exchanges and debates.

Chinese Shuyuan (wise), historically, first resonated (共振) with the West during the Ming Dynasty, when Italian missionary Matteo Ricci met Zhang Huang, then head of Bailudong Academy. Ricci studied the Confucian (classic) under Zhang's guidance, while Zhang integrated Western geographical knowledge into his own work.

This kind of dialogue lives on. In 2025, nearly 200 foreign scholars gathered at the Kaoting Academy in East China's Fujian Province for the Conference on Zhu Xi's Philosophy and Dialogue of Global Civilization, to explore how late Chinese philosopher Zhu Xi's thoughts could offer insights for resolving civilizational conflicts. Former UNESCO General Conference president Simona-Mirela Miculescu noted that Zhu's belief the inseparability of learning and virtue agrees with UNESCO's mission (build) peace through understanding, learning and mutual (相互的) respect.

As the world (active) seeks ways to engage in dialogue across different civilizations while preserving distinct identities, Shuyuan have emerged as guides from Chinese history, (enable) Chinese culture to continuously absorb nutrients, develop and innovate through dialogue with diverse civilizations around the world. Also, they allow the world to gain a (deep) and more comprehensive understanding of China.

I was, at age 7, diagnosed (诊断) with retinal dystrophy — a group of incurable eye disorders. As a child, I remember5 to see the whiteboard in class, even sitting right at the front. I6 this by copying notes from my friends. As I got older and more self-conscious, I buried the7 even more. I hated asking for help — so much that I would say I wasn't hungry at restaurants to avoid taking an awkwardly8 look at the menu.

Having failed the job interview, I realized hiding was more9 and decided to live a life with a disability:10. I began to11 to those around me when necessary. This12 even brought me close to my parents and friends, who surrounded me with understanding.

Now, I feel worlds away from the anxiety-ridden girl. I remain13 disabled, yet more14 and alive. I also know I was never meant to face this15.

The "I don't care" attitude can be quite beneficial when it motivates us to persevere, especially when others have given up. J. K. Rowling, for instance, faced widespread doubt when proposing Harry Potter, but she kept polishing her novel without worrying about criticism. It was her persistence in crafting a magical world that eventually brought her success. As you can see in Rowling's example, ignoring external doubts can actually help us stay focused on our own goals.

This happens when someone acts out of stubbornness (固执) or a desire to shift blame, or acts selfishly, focusing solely on their own desires while ignoring how interconnected people's needs are. In the case of recent social media algorithm scandals (算法丑闻), tech giants repeatedly ignored internal researchers' warnings about mental health harms to teenagers, claiming "not their department" Finally, it has caused uncontrollable rising anxiety and self-harm rates among young users.

Therefore, it's crucial to reflect on why we adopt the "I don't care" attitude. Are we motivated by confidence in our decisions, or are we simply avoiding challenges? There are times when it's crucial to care deeply about others, the truth, and personal growth. At other times, it's equally important to remain indifferent to negativity, distractions, or unnecessary pressures. By carefully choosing when to adopt the "I don't care" attitude, we can lead more fulfilling lives.

A. The key is balance.

B. Motivation comes first.

C. Great achievements tend to come from ignoring doubters.

D. When no one takes responsibility, it is everyone's disaster.

E. This mindset, however, can also have negative consequences.

F. Others, however, are always concerned about everyone's feelings.

G. While this attitude can be liberating, it also comes with potential risks.

NASA has collected samples of Martian soil that may contain evidence of very early life. That raises a bigger question: if microorganisms (微生物) once lived on Mars, could they also help us build there? The focus is biomineralization — microorganisms create minerals as part of their metabolism (新陈代谢). Erik Richards, lead author of the research, said microorganisms on Earth that burgeon in tough settings such as acidic lakes, volcanic soils, and deep caves may be especially useful as we explore what could work under Martian conditions.

The work centers on a partnership between two bacteria: Sporosarcina pasteurii (巴氏芽孢八叠球菌), which is known for creating calcium carbonate, and Chroococcidiopsis (拟甲色球藻), a strong cyanobacterium that can survive extreme environments, including simulated (模拟的) Martian conditions. Together, they transform loose soil into a solid, concrete - like material.

The long-term vision is to combine this bacterial co-culture with Martian soil and use it as feedstock (原料) for 3D printing on Mars. If it works in volume, it could change how structures are made on this red planet. The potential value is not limited to construction. Because Chroococcidiopsis can produce oxygen, it could also help enable self-sustaining agriculture and Mars's terraforming (地球化).

Even with promising ideas, their work is still at an early stage. Repeated delays in Mars sample return limit how quickly Mars-specific construction methods can be tested and confirmed. Also, robotics today is unable to reproduce Martian gravity on Earth, yet gravity affects 3D printing and autonomous construction.

Lots of experts claim that it is. They point to a recent paper by Carl Benedikt Frey and Pedro Llanos-Paredes, from the University of Oxford, which suggests a link between automation and declining demand for translators. At the same time, however, official American data suggest that the number of people employed in translation and the like is 7% higher than a year ago.

Others search the economic data for signs of the forthcoming AI job-loss, saying young graduates are now more likely than the average worker to be jobless. Well, no. American young graduates' relative unemployment rate, which is actual unemployment rate minus (减) national average unemployment rate, started to rise in 2009, long before generative AI came along. And their actual unemployment rate (2025), at around 6%, remains low.

As we examine American data on employment by occupation, we pick out workers believed to be vulnerable (易受影响的) to AI. These are white-collar employees, including people in back-office support, financial operations, sales and much more besides. We find that over the past year the employment in white-collar work has risen slightly.

Across the board, America's national average unemployment rate (2025) remains low, at 4.2%. Wage growth is still reasonably strong, which goes against the concern that AI is causing demand for labor to fall. And, outside America, earnings growth in many countries also remains strong.

There are two competing causes of these trends. First, despite the endless announcements about integrating AI into operations, few companies make much use of the technology for serious work. The second is that even when companies do adopt the tech, they do not let people go.

That said, whatever the cause, for now there is no need to panic.

Few people know the sea better than Guillaume Picard. He grew up on a boat in the port of Hyères in southern France, and spent 30 years as a commercial captain, ferrying tourists and containers across the Mediterranean.

Now aged 65, it is with no small note of bitterness that he says, "When I go hiking, I find the mountains are an environment much better preserved." Picard's beloved sea is being destroyed, he believes, by cruises. Fifteen years ago, they were a rare sight in Marseille. Now, France's second city is one of Europe's busiest cruise ports. Last year, 2.5 million passengers stopped off, according to the port authority, a million more than the year before. Faced with this new reality, Picard couldn't wait to become the sea's protector, replacing his captain's whites with the all-black of a non-violent activist.

For Picard, the switch from boat captain to protector has been a long journey of self-education. He has regrets about his former career as a commercial sailor, but is trying to share his knowledge of the maritime (海运的) world with as many people as possible in the hope that it can be useful. "I certainly feel guilty," he says. "It's guilt for having participated in the destruction of life. But maybe that is the engine that makes me an activist now."

The Fan Museum

To be the most fan-tastic of all London museums, Greenwich's Fan Museum has an obvious head start. The collection dates back to the tenth century and the displays change throughout the year. According to the Victorian "language of fans", drawing a fan across the cheek means "I love you". Practice it, because it'll be your preferred method of communication.

Grant Museum of Zoology

Be warned: UCL's museum of zoology isn't for the faint of heart. The bones of an elephant head and a mole (鼹鼠) jaw are among the exhibits that discourage a total chicken. Your hair stands on end, yes, but you'll learn some fascinating stuff here. It's the Noah's Ark equivalent (等同物) of London's numerous medical museums.

The Magic Circle

If you've got a trick or two up your sleeve, this is the right place. Located at the Magic Circle Headquarters in Euston, its prized possessions include Harry Houdini's handcuffs (手铐) and the belongings of legendary magician Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin. Sadly, you can't explore it whenever you please — it can only be visited as part of a public event.

The Cinema Museum

This Kennington museum only opens its doors for guided tours if you book in advance. But believe us, it's worth all the trouble. There's a great collection of posters, projectors, cinema carpets, fan magazines and souvenirs, plus more than 17 million feet of film on exhibition.

注意：1. 写作词数应为100左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Lisa,

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua