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Ellie was only eight years old when a tsunami(海啸)hit her old neighborhood. She had been out of town on a school trip when disaster struck, but her parents, Jude and Rachel, were lost during the tragedy. 

With her house left in complete ruin, all Ellie had left was the bag she had packed for her school trip. As the young girl had nowhere else to go, her grandmother Louisa welcomed Ellieinto her home. Louisa lived in a different state to Ellie's hometown, which meant that Ellie needed to transfer to a new school. She felt alone and isolated, away from her old friends and in a new environment.

Ellie's grandmother was already retired and barely had enough money to cover their needs. To make matters worse, Jude and Rachel's belongings were destroyed in the tsunami. Louisa couldn't afford to buy Ellie new clothes. Therefore, when Ellie's clothes were visibly small as she grew taller, she felt very embarrassed. She didn't want to attend class and would often hide in the bathrooms. After school, she would run home before her classmates could see her.

Ellie kept a notebook full of designs. Actually, Ellie's mother was a seamstress (女裁缝)and taught Ellie how to sew when she was very young. Ellie often dreamed of how she would dress if she were rich.

Meanwhile, Ellie's teacher, Mrs. Roberts, began to notice her abnormality from class. One day, she decided to get to the bottom of the situation and called Louisa. That's when the older woman tearfully explained to Mrs. Roberts that Ellie had lost everything and felt self-conscious(难为情的). "I've found some of her drawings about the clothes design. I think she's ashamed that I can't afford to buy her new clothes for school," Louisa explained. Mrs. Roberts had a lot of sympathy for the girl, who had already suffered due to the tsunami.

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Mrs. Roberts then appealed to her students to donate clothes to Ellie. 

……

The next morning, Ellie went to school wearing the clothes she redesigned. 

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Aside from teacups and rice bowls, China doesn't do anything on a small scale. Sure enough, their recently-completed solar power array in Ningxia is huge.

The Ningxia array is the first of several giant renewable energy projects planned for  (construct) in the dry western areas like the Gobi, Tengger, and Taklamakan deserts. 

China Energy Investment Corp. says it is the first solar farm in the country (include) an ultra high voltage power transmission channel that will bring the electricity (generate) there to Hunan Province. This is because Hunan has population of 66 million people, compared to Ningxia's 7 million.

 the most recent Five Year Plan, the Chinese government  (outline) their intention to install 100 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2026. Installed capacity of renewable energy in China continued to expand in the first quarter, (reach) 47.4 million kW. 

Like most rural Chinese provinces, Ningxia, along with Xinjiang and Inner Mongolia—the provinces  the three deserts mentioned above lie, rely  (heavy) on coal for electricity. is hoped that the major installations of solar and wind will accelerate development in these mostly-agricultural economies. 

Dan Mancina is a professional skateboarder known for being visually impaired（受损的）and sharing clips of his skating on Instagram. He has a large following of fans, all 1  to see his skillful tricks. And videos of him using his walking stick as he boards inspires curiosity and 2  from fans around the world.

The Michigan native started skating at 7, and took it more 3  at 13, developing a love for the sport which he says helps him express himself. A rare genetic eye disease began to 4  his vision at 15, and after a year and a half, he completely lost his 5 .

He stopped skating for a couple of years. This was the 6  point of his life. 7  letting his blindness dominate what he could or would do, he gradually 8  to doing what he loved—spending time outdoors.

One day, he wanted to see if he could still skate, so he 9  a video of a trick, which eventually got 10  on social media and received great feedback. That inspired him to try a bit more, and slowly he got back into skateboarding.

In order to help make skateboarding more 11 to people with vision impairments, Dan has started a fundraising 12 to build the world's first adaptive skate park. Mancina has 13 around $40,000 for the park. He hopes to be 14 skate workshops for visually impaired kids by next spring or summer.

"I'm honored I can be a(n) 15 for our community. Never let others define you and what you are capable of," he said.

How to prepare for a thrilling hike? Hiking needs mental and physical preparation weeks before the material day. If you're a fan of hiking mountains, here is a guide to help you.

Train hard and train in time

You need to train your body at least three months before the challenge. . You can start with baby steps and gradually take more demanding exercises and distance. You can often carry your hiking stick to promote stability. Keep track of your progress to help you achieve your goal.

Choose your clothes carefully

. Wear light absorbent pants to reduce friction and promote absorption of sweat. Long pants keep you safe from stinging weeds, insects and tough weather.

You must consider various factors before purchasing the most appropriate hiking shoes. First, mind the terrain (地形) of the hiking ground. A mild terrain will do fine with light shoes. On the other hand, a tough, hard and mountainous terrain requires hardy boots to help navigate the rocky ground.

Adequately pack your bag

Your bag is your lifeline when hiking. Water is the most essential item when hiking. The body performs best when you hydrate frequently throughout the challenge. Carry adequate clean water and sip often. . These are primary tools to help you find your way, water points, emergency towers, and other places. Hope for the best but always prepare for emergencies. Thus, ensure you have a flashlight, a lighter and a whistle.

Hiking is a refreshing way of keeping fit, having fun and building resilience. .

A．Choose appropriate footwear

B．Search for the route you will be hiking

C．Carry a compass, a map and a GPS with you

D．Adequate water can help you be in good condition

E．Create a regular schedule and be disciplined to follow it

F．Wear appropriate clothes that allow your free movement

G．Adequate planning will help have a fantastic experience of it

As the costs of fuel, groceries and housing increase suddenly around the world, scientists are fighting inflation (通货膨胀) at the bench. Almost all items needed to conduct science are more expensive than they were just a year ago. And that means that nearly every researcher is feeling the pressure. "Nobody is immune to this economy," says Tola Olorunnisola, who leads innovation in the lab at Avantor, an international science-management company in Pennsylvania. Olorunnisola visited labs in the Netherlands, Switzerland and Ireland to help researchers find ways to enlarge their budgets. "Scientists are becoming more conscious of costs," she says.

The increase in lab costs has forced scientists to make some difficult choices. Scientific budgets are pretty fixed. If they pay double for something, it means they're not buying something else. Scientists can keep their research projects moving forward, but to avoid overspending on their budgets, they'll probably need to adjust their buying habits and take steps to make their labs more efficient.

Julien Sage, a cancer researcher and geneticist at Stanford University in California, estimates that lab supplies historically account for roughly 20%of his overall budget, but he says that the balance is shifting. 

Without significant boosts in funding to keep pace with inflation, it's up to scientists to find creative ways to diminish costs. One option is to rethink experimental design.

"It will probably take more than discounts from lab-supply companies to truly protect scientists from the impact of rising prices," Sage says. "Unless something is done on a large scale to either stabilize costs or increase funding, science is likely to suffer. If you have less money, you're going to have fewer people or be less productive, which means you're going to have fewer grants (拨款) which means you're going to have fewer people. That's probably happening to a lot of labs these days, and the question is: When is it going to stop?"

The streets of Cotonou, Benin's largest city, have been Domingo Soule's workplace for 35 years. The 50-year-old motorcycle taxi driver spends his days driving for miles on roads blanketed in exhaust fumes(尾气), picking up customers and taking them to where they want to go. But Soule has developed a cough from breathing in air pollution, he believes, and at the end of each day his eyes hurt.

Things may be about to change, however. In recent months, he's seen more and more electric motorbikes on the streets of Cotonou. The Indian manufacturer(制造商) M Auto introduced its electric bikes in Benin in July 2022 and there are already 2,000 on the roads; an additional 2,000 people have paid deposits(定金) and are waiting for delivery.

Shegun Bakari, M Auto's chief executive, has ambitions to get all moto-taxi drivers in Benin to switch to electric. This month he plans to launch a campaign to encourage them to swap (交换) their old bikes for new electric models.

The only sticking point is the battery. M Auto's business model relies on "swap stations" throughout the city. When the battery runs out after about 60 miles, drivers must visit a station and pay to exchange the empty battery for a full one. Concerns about the battery are also preventing Soule from buying an electric bike. It could cost him 4,000 CFA (&5.40) a day to replace batteries, Soule says, whereas at the moment he can buy five litres of petrol (enough for one day) for 3,000CFA.

Bakari understands his concerns. In Benin, close to 40% of the population live under the poverty line, earning less than US$2 a day. "If I'm living with $2 a day, I can't afford to pay more just because I want to save the planet," he says.

He and his team are working to persuade governments in Africa to reduce taxes on electric vehicles, as well as putting plans in place to produce the electric bikes in Benin. They are also in talks with the government to build a solar plant to provide the extra energy that will be needed.

Every community has an ice cream store, but not all of them have a mission. When Charles Foreman opened his store, Everyday Sundae, he had a goal in mind, "My objective is to make a positive impact in my community by treating people like family and remembering them," he said.

With his business slogan, "A place for community," Foreman's store has quickly gained a devoted following. Customers visit to enjoy their favorite flavors; artwork and cards from them decorate the walls; and some purchase their paper napkins there to support the store. Foreman has also organized events like storybook readings accompanied by sweet treats for children. What truly sets this business apart is the free ice cream that Foreman generously gives out.

"You know when they come in, you can see it. It was natural to notice some of the kids have it and others don't. So I'm going to sponsor them." Foreman said as he talked about how he can tell when a visitor wants a treat they can't afford. "I just want to do some positive things. I believe my community is missing a family-friendly ice cream shop."

One day, Nicole Harkin, one of his regular customers, noticed Foreman give a free ice cream to children without money. For Foreman, this was a constant gesture that had just gone unnoticed, but Harkin reacted with surprise. She came back and handed him an envelope containing 100 dollars. Foreman was so touched by Harkin's gift that he posted it on Instagram. Foreman and Harkin's kind behaviors also moved other customers to cover Foreman's free ice creams for people they didn't know. Foreman's ice cream fund has received many donations since then.

"When you see people doing their best, you want to do your best," Foreman said. "Everything is contagious, whether you do something negative or positive. We're supposed to do all we can to help each other."

Giving Tuesday is the perfect time for you to help out some pets in need. And we have a few ideas. 

By design, Giving Tuesday arrives the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, and is a perfect time to give to those less fortunate. That includes dogs, thousands of whom will be spending the holidays in shelters rather than loving homes. For a few dollars, you can make their stay a little easier. 

Here are several ways you can contribute to animal welfare on Giving Tuesday. 

Your Local Animal Shelter

This is the best way to see an immediate impact while keeping dollars in your area. Shelters almost certainly could use your help. If you can't adopt a pet or donate some time, a money gift is the next best option.

Find your local rescue's website or social media profile and see if they have a page where you can donate. You can also check and see if the organization has a wish list you can view. Then you can buy something you're sure they need.

Organizations Affected By Natural Disasters

2022 was yet another year full of natural disasters, whether it's flooding, hurricanes, or fires. Through it all, shelters and rescues keep caring for their dogs and cats, keeping them safe and healthy.

Then comes the aftermath（余波）. Shelters still have to care for many lost or homeless pets—numbers that often increase after disasters—as their communities clean up and rebuild. There's no pause as their jobs get harder. If you know of an animal welfare organization affected by a disaster this year—natural or otherwise—they could use some help.

Plenty More Giving Opportunities

There is no shortage of places to donate on Giving Tuesday, so if you're still unsure on where to direct your generosity—or, hopefully, willing to give to a few organizations—here are even more ideas.

Canine Cellmates, a program that aims to train dogs to be adoptable

America's VetDogs, which partners service dogs with veterans（老兵）

Best Friends Society, an organization dedicated to avoiding the euthanisation（使安乐死）of shelter dogs

Biscuits and Bones, which organizes dog food donations

There are hundreds of other worthy organizations not listed here, so research your own area and give somewhere close to your heart. 

I had been swimming competitively for five years but after such a long time, I was ready to quit. I was often the only African American at the swimming competitions and our team couldn't afford good uniforms. However, my number-one reason for wanting to quit was that I kept receiving "Honorable Mentions (荣誉奖)". Any athlete knows that you don't want to have a bookshelf full of "Honorable Mentions", which you get just because you showed up.

One summer's day, the day before a big swim meet, I decided to tell my grandma that I was quitting the swim team. When I told her, she looked me in the eye and said, "Baby, remember these words ‘Quitters never win and winners never quit.' Your grandmother didn't raise losers or quitters. You go to that meet tomorrow, and you swim like you are a grandchild of mine, you hear?" I was too afraid to say anything but "Yes, ma'am."

The next day we arrived at the swim meet late, missing my group of swimmers in the 15/16 age group. My coach insisted I be allowed to swim with the older group. She asked me to join the race in order not to the waste the chance. However, she didn't expect me to do well, but at least I could win the eighth place because there were only eight lanes.

As I was stepping on the board, all the other girls looked at me. I quickly noticed that these girls were all here to do just one thing — beat me. All of a sudden, my grandma's words rang in my head, "Quitters never win and winners never quit. You swim like you are a grandchild of mine. Quitters never win and winners never quit." "Yes, Grandma, I will swim like I am a grandchild of yours," I said to myself.

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Paragraph 1：Without thinking twice, I swam harder than I had ever swum before.

Paragraph 2：It was then that I heard the claps and cheers around me.

He     the complex project in spite of difficulties. 

I had     wait for more news alone in the office. 

, "Diary of a Madman" is not a good choice for a beginner in Chinese learning.