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Last year John encouraged me to go to see my mom back in Russia, and my manager even gave me a month of for the trip. When you live an ocean apart from your family, you need at least a month to visit them. I bought a plane ticket and packed my suitcase. Then came Covid-19. My mood became grey as I realized I couldn't go to see my mom.

A couple of weeks later, my sweet coworker Miss Donna asked me, "So what's happening with your trip to Russia?" I told her I had to cancel it and I wouldn't be able to see my mom this year.

Miss Dona didn't say anything at first. Then she put on a big smile and said, "Well, you can come to my home and see my mom!" "Oh my Lord!" I was at a loss for words. Imagine a mom for loan（借出）!I honestly don't know whether I would offer the same to someone in need of a mother's warmth, but my new people surely would do it for me.

I know that because of the virus, you shouldn't hug friends, but you can still embrace someone's heart. That's how my heart felt at that moment: hugged. So, yes, believe me, big smiles with no reason can be genuine.

I always had the dream to dance. When I was young, I would dance around and around in the fields of wildflowers that grew in my backyard. Reality woke me up when I heard a voice saying, "I don't know why you try to dance, Anna. You don't have the talent to be a ballerina (芭蕾舞演员)." Hearing that, I fell to the ground and cried for hours.

We lived in the countryside by a lake. My mother didn't like anything because she thought nothing was ever perfect in her life. She dreamed of a different life but she ended up living in the countryside, far away from the city where she believed her dreams would come true.

I enjoyed hanging out by the water. I used to sit there for hours and stare at my reflection. Once the waves came, my reflection would be washed away, just like my dream to dance.

As I grew older, I began to realize my dream was even born because of something that was inside me. The dream I had was never cared for, so it slowly died. When I finally woke up from many years of dreaming, I realized that I couldn't only dance in the wildflowers. I had to move on to the stage (舞台).

Our big dog, Ralph, joined the family when his original owner couldn't keep him. In the few months he'd been with us, we came to love him, and all signs were that he loved us, too.

But he'd developed one habit in his former life that no amount of coaxing (引诱) could change. We couldn't get him to come into the house.

"Some dogs prefer to stay outside," I explained to the kids on those summer nights when Ralph slept in our yard. Now, with winter coming, I worried how Ralph would stay warm outside.

At my job as a factory supervisor, I kept wondering what kind of doghouse I could build for Ralph. Wasn't there something inviting that I could build to keep him warm? I turned the problem over in my mind every day, but winter was almost upon us and I still didn't know where to start.

One night I got home from work, exhausted. I fell into bed and had a dream — and it felt so real. I was in a forest, trees surrounding me on all sides. A giant man, as tall as the trees, stepped slowly out of the woods. Dressed in denim overalls, he looked like an old-fashioned woodsman from a fairy tale. The woodsman looked down at me and smiled, then began to speak. Not with words, exactly — but I understood him.

He was giving me instructions. Build a box. He gave me the exact dimensions — exactly how wide, how long and how high. Coat the box with pitch (沥青), inside and out, to weatherproof it.

I nodded. It was a lot of information, but somehow I felt sure I'd remember it all. His message delivered, he disappeared into the trees. What a dream! It stayed with me all day.

That weekend I got a call from my brother. "A friend has offered me some wood. Do you need some? I'll share some with you."

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Paragraph 1: "Sure," I said thinking this might be exactly the wood I needed.

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Paragraph 2: "Well, Ralph," I said, "what do you think?"

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Dear classmates,

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First, a roundtrip to Mars causes many extra health risks. For one thing, floating in microgravity for long periods weakens bones and muscles. For another, it allows fluid to build up in the head. Luckily, artificial gravity machines could help.

Then there's space radiation to worry about. The Earth's magnetic field protects astronauts near Earth from high-energy cosmic (宇宙的) rays. Those cosmic rays might raise the risk of cancer and other health problems. This increases the risk of developing the diseases. Taking certain vitamins could reduce the impacts.

 Since astronauts can't carry construction materials from Earth, scientists are dreaming up ways for astronauts to use materials on Mars. Long-term visitors would also need plenty of oxygen to breathe. A device on NASA's Perseverance rover is currently laying the groundwork for a future Mars oxygen factory.

Planning a trip to Mars isn't just about keeping astronauts safe. Humans are filled with microbes (微生物). And spreading those microbes could be bad for the search for life on Mars. As a result, a key part of responsible space exploration is making sure Earth bacteria don't infect other planets.

A. Exploring space always comes with risks.

B. It also involves protecting Mars from astronauts.

C. They can't restock like astronauts on the space station do.

D. On longer journeys astronauts would face prolonged exposure.

E. That's why certain nations are interested in dispatching humans to Mars.

F. This can lead to increased pressure in the eyes and result in vision complications.

G. Establishing and surviving in a Mars colony would present numerous challenges.

A recent MIT study provides convincing scientific evidence for this claim. Researchers used wearable brain scanners to compare students who wrote essays independently with those using AI assistance. The findings were clear: AI-assisted writers "consistently underperformed at brain, verbal, and behavioural levels." They demonstrated that we need to write in order to think deeply.

This research emerges at a critical historical moment for literacy. Childhood reading has reached record lows, with nearly half of British adults not reading a single book last year. Adult literacy is declining or making no progress across most OECD countries. Notably, average IQs have begun to decline since the 1980s, along with reasoning and problem-solving abilities — a trend that is unlikely to be random.

Walter Ong's influential work "Orality and Literacy" illuminates why writing is essential. He argued that literacy enabled Ancient Greece's intellectual revolution. Oral cultures must "think memorable thoughts", relying on rhyme, emotion, and cliché (陈词滥调) to preserve knowledge. Writing, by contrast, allows for precise, complex statements that can be examined, reviewed, and developed into logical arguments.

In our digital age, no technology has surpassed the complicated architecture of the book. While the internet offers fragmented (碎片化的) information, books provide rich context and sustained logical connections. Reading is an active process that demands engagement and concentration — it is essentially thinking in dialogue with the text.

As our culture becomes increasingly dominated by short-form videos and attention-fragmenting content, we risk losing the capacity for complex reasoning. Reading and writing form the foundation of serious thought — a habit that unites history's greatest minds. Before we yield our cognitive development to screens and algorithms, we must carefully consider what we might be sacrificing.

Celestar is a leader in the world of telescopes and its StarSmart Explorer app and dock have been designed to run on its telescopes. The free StarSmart Explorer app uses information based on precise location and time to tell you which stars and planets can be seen in the night sky.

How it works

Connect the phone with the telescope and select your intended celestial target. The phone will be held over an integrated mirror, so that star patterns can reflect off the mirror and into the phone's camera. StarSmart Explorer processes the information and your telescope will adjust accordingly, placing the target in the middle.

As well as locating your desired target, StarSmart Explorer holds detailed information about your chosen object. Listen to an audio presentation while you observe. The app will even give you observing tips on how to get the best view.

Why it's special

Most astronomy apps use a smartphone's compass to estimate its position. The pointing accuracy of a smartphone has margin for error. Precision matters when it comes to stargazing.

StarSmart Explorer is the only astronomy app to use modern plate solving technology to find its target, and it claims a typical pointing accuracy of 0.25°. The app takes a picture of the night sky and matches the star pattern within the image to its internal database. It's similar, in essence, to facial recognition.

Plate solving would normally require specialised technology, such as sensitive imaging camera, lens and astronomical software, all at great cost. The StarSmart Explorer app is free and works well with StarSmart Explorer telescopes, starting from £299.99.

If you're ready to take a deeper dive into astronomy, Celestar's StarSmart Explorer technology will make a fine companion. You can discover more at www.celestar.com/starsmart.

When I was young, my father was a secondary school teacher in Edensor, England. As the breadwinner, he was deeply engaged in his school responsibilities during my childhood. Consequently, I often felt distant from him because he had few moments to talk or interact with me. My mother, a full-time housewife, managed the household and took care of my younger bother and me, busting around the kitchen, bedrooms and grocery stores. The back garden of our house was a special place for me; it was not only a secure spot for kids but also my dad's favorite hobby area. Whenever he was home, he would spend most of his spare time looking after his treasured roses, which my mother also adored.

My father would care for his roses with great devotion and affection. Often, I would watch beside him, curious or eager for his attention, but he was usually preoccupied (全神贯注). He regularly watered the roses, cleaned the leaves, loosened and turned over the soil, and fed them with essential nutrients. His expectation was the joy and sweetness brought by their blossoming.

One day, I saw him cut off some branches and stems. Then, with a sharp knife, he carefully made marks on the main branches. He cut open the marked spots to insert sprouts (嫩枝) into those new cuts and wrapped them with bandages. After all his efforts, he reminded us never to touch them. From then on, whenever my father returned home from work, he would go straight to tend to those plants.

Within a month, we all witnessed the entire process: tender stems grow, form buds, and finally bear blossoms in various colors. The garden soon became a place of immense beauty, filled with rose blossoms and surrounded by their sweet fragrance. My parents truly enjoyed themselves there, and so did my brother Tommy and I. Those roses brought us immense happiness, and no one, especially me, wanted to let go of such beauty.

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One sunny day, I decided to do something as my dad had done to have more roses.

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Later that day, when my dad saw the great mess I had made, he was totally shocked.

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1. 比赛目的；

2. 初步安排；

3. 寻求建议。

参考词汇： English dubbing competition (英语配音大赛)

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Dear James,

I hope this letter finds you well.

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Yours,

Li Hua

In the midst of green mountains and clear waters, Guiyang, located in Southwest China, (earn) its reputation as the "Forest City" over the years. Each summer, during the sweltering (酷热的) "Dog Days", tourists at home and abroad will surely find this city an ideal summer resort (shelter) from "boiling" air waves, exclaiming with relief, "How pleasantly cool it is here in Guiyang!"

(visit) who enjoy themselves so much in this "shuangshuang city" — the delightfully cool Guiyang — can experience its unique (nature) landscape and explore renowned attractions such as the Qianling Mountain, Huaxi Park, and the Jiaxiu Pavilion. They can also indulge in authentic local cuisines, are a significant part of what makes the city unforgettable destination for its guests. Beyond the popular local specialties like stir-fried spicy chicken, baked tofu, and sour soup fish hot pot, what cannot (miss) is the one called "Bingfen" — brown sugar icy jelly, a local street snack. Those who have tasted it will agree that a summer in Guiyang a bowl of this brown sugar icy jelly would be a great pity. After a tiring and thirsty walk on a hot day, a bowl of cool brown sugar icy jelly, (top) with crispy peanuts, sesame, and fruit puddings, can (immediate) refresh and energize any diner.

Every time I finish enjoying my icy jelly, I always leave, hoping to return for more next time.

They made their1 when Honnold was attempting to climb Yosemite's El Capitan, without any ropes or safety2. Chin was to film all the3 of the most challenging risk, rappelling (绕绳下降) beside Honnold as he was conquering that nearly 3000-foot cliff face.

Some veteran climbers say there's no if a soloist falls — only when. Honnold can still4 recall the horrifying images of his friends flailing (狂乱挥舞) into the canyon.5, this man, with an in-born mindset of acute concentration, bulletproof confidence and religious calm, was determined to make this historic6.

Meanwhile, Chin and his team would reach the summit of Yosemite ahead of Honnold,7 hundreds of pounds of cameras and supplies. Then, they would rappel down the cliff, using a type of hand winch (绞车) to keep8 with Honnold. Since any tiny mistake would never9, for filming that guy who was challenging "death", no one was10 to whisper, sneeze or even kick away a pebble, any of which could cause the11 that might send Honnold into free dropping.

Over days of preparation, Chin hoped to12 every scene simply perfect to13 that brave heart, while Honnold determined to make history. "We need to build14 trust to secure ‘zero fault' during that vital moment." recalled Chin.

When Honnold and Chin hugged on that summit to15 their moment, they looked out at the distant mountain peaks, knowing they would be there together from then on.

Take off the pressure.

But when we pile on the pressure, it tends to get harder to tap into. "Creativity isn't about being perfect, but being curious and brave," says UK-based personal potential coach Elaine Harrison.

Seize the chances in everyday life.

When thinking about creative activities, we tend to stop at arts and crafts. Cook a brand new dish, devise a fresh outfit from clothes you already own, or adjust your living space— shifting furniture around, even, or adding a vase of flowers.

Carry a notebook.

It can be hard not to reach for your phone when you' re craving (渴望) something novel or inspiring. Josephine Grant, a printmaker from north Devon, always has a sketchbook (素描簿) on hand to capture fleeting bursts of inspiration. "Put those ideas to paper before they're lost in the rush of the day," she says.

"Our minds are always so busy," says artist Isabella Strambio. She recommends activities that have a physical rhythm, like knitting (针织). "Once you know the knot, your mind flows," she notes. A neurologist Marcus Raichle puts it: "When we daydream, we're at the centre of the universe."

Team up with others.

Teaming up with others can make you more creative, says Nicole Rixon, founder of UK-based video production company Bridget Productions. "I used to think being creative was a very lone pursuit, but creative work is a living, breathing, growing thing — it takes a village," she says.

A. Follow a routine.

B. Leave time to dream.

C. Creativity is meant to be fun.

D. Could you join a group of travellers to beat loneliness?

E. But replacing digital with drawing can help to unlock creativity.

F. How about organising a painting group or a photography walk?

G. Actually there are plenty of ways to get your imagination flowing.

To test this, we conducted a three-day experiment. On the first day, participants memorized neutral stories. The next day, they recalled the stories while listening to positive, negative music, or in silence, with fMRI (功能性磁共振成像) scans recording their brain activity. On the final day, they recalled the stories without music. The results were remarkable. When recalling neutral stories, participants listening to emotionally charged music were more likely to add new emotional elements into the story that matched the mood of the music.

The brain scans from the experiment were even more interesting. When participants recalled stories with music, there was increased activity in the hippocampus and amygdala. This is why a song associated with a significant life event can feel so powerful — it activates both emotion-and memory-processing regions at the same time. We also observed strong communication between these emotional memory processing areas of the brain and the areas involved in visual sensory processing. This suggests that music might add emotional details into memories while participants are visually imagining the stories.

Our findings indicate that music serves as an emotional lure (诱饵), becoming intertwined with memories and subtly altering their emotional tone. For people dealing with conditions such as depression or PTSD (创伤后应激障碍), where negative memories can be overwhelming, carefully chosen music might help reconstruct those memories in a more positive light and potentially reduce their negative emotional impact over time. It also paves new paths for exploring music-based interventions in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions.

If you've noticed the same, you are not alone. But all that constant stream of depressing news about the environment can get in the way of taking action. That's because those headlines can lead us to believe that there is little an individual can do about climate change, when in fact that's not the case. But staying motivated to make individual changes is hard when you're feeling low.

That's why one of my colleagues and I have come up with what we call a "happy climate approach". It's our way of talking about the behavioral changes we have identified that not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also provide a greater sense of hope, appreciation, gratitude or fulfillment in our daily lives.

Now I've cut my driving from 8,000 kilometers a year down to 2,700 kilometers by working from home most of the time. Not only does this save emissions, but it also gives me more free time, which has been shown to promote happiness. I also choose to walk or bike everywhere I can. While it's true that walking or biking can take more time than driving, these more active forms of transportation provide moderate physical exercise, which can also elevate mood.

And there's a simple rule that I use to stay in a good mental state. For every piece of bad climate news I encounter, I make sure to read at least one positive article on the climate. To prevent myself from constantly scrolling through disheartening news, I've adjusted my newsfeed (新闻推送) so that I can see positive climate news on a regular basis, which brings me joy and hope.

I know we're a long way from reversing the impacts of climate change. But at least with this approach, I don't dread getting out of bed, reaching for my phone and reading the news.

In the hallway by the door, shopping bags filled with her latest creations await their new home. An old, self-knitted patchwork (拼布) blanket is thrown casually over the sofa where she spends her days. Initially, the scarves were gifts for friends. As the stock grew, they were donated to children's shelters across Greece. Then they reached children in Bosnia and Ukraine. The latest batch of 70 scarves went to a refugee camp near Athens this winter, via the U. N. refugee agency, UNHCR.

"The fact that we give scarves away gives her strength," said her daughter Angeliki. She recounted drawings and mails her mother has received over the years: "Thank you… Be well… Keep going… You gave joy to children… You gave joy to people… That's her only reward — a letter, a few words."

Sadly, Matsouka's vision is impaired and she suffers from bouts of severe facial pain, a condition known as trigeminal neuralgia (三叉神经痛). Despite this, Matsouka still keeps knitting one scarf a day, with small imperfections. Every morning, she wakes up, drinks a glass of warm milk, puts on her pearl earrings and quietly gets to work till a break for lunch and a nap.

Angeliki describes her mother, who painstakingly knits into the night, as a living example of resilience and optimism. "She once mentioned that she has even found the secret to a long life in it," Angeliki says. "It's the happiness I get from giving." Matsouka says, sitting beside a big blue bag brimming with yarn.

Are you a sports-loving teen eager to take your skills to the next level? Look no further! The City Youth Sports Camp is back with an exciting series of activities and training sessions this summer.

Camps Offered

●Soccer Camp: Whether you're a striker aiming to score more goals or a defender looking to strengthen your defensive skills, our experienced coaches will provide personalized training. From dribbling (运球) techniques to teamwork strategies, you'll learn them all.

●Basketball Camp: Improve your shooting accuracy, ball-handling skills, and game-reading ability. Our camp features one-on-one drills, group matches, and in-depth analysis of professional basketball games.

●Tennis Camp: Enhance your serve, backhand, and forehand strokes. Receive expert guidance on footwork, court positioning, and match tactics (战术).

Location

All camps will be held at the City Sports Complex, which boasts state-of-the-art (最先进的) facilities, including multiple soccer fields, basketball courts, and tennis courts. The complex is easily accessible by public transportation, with bus stops and a nearby subway station.

Schedule

The camps will run from July 10th to July 24th. Each day, the training sessions will start at 9:00 am and end at 4:00 pm, with a one-hour lunch break.

Qualification

The camp is open to all students aged 13 — 18. No matter your current skill level, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, you're welcome to join.

Registration Fees

●Early-bird registration (before June 1st): $ 200 per camp

●Regular registration (June 1st-June 30th): $ 250 per camp

●Late registration (after June 30th): $ 300 per camp

Registration Process

To register, please click here or visit our official website at www.cityyouthsportscamp.com. Fill out the online registration form, provide the necessary personal information, and choose the camp(s) you want to participate in. You can also pay the registration fee online using a credit card or PayPal.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us:

●Phone: (555) 487-8963

●Email: youthsportscamp@city.com

Don't miss this opportunity to improve your sports skills, make new friends, and have a great time this summer!

1.学生们的不同看法；

2.你的意见。

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A Debate on Labour Education Week

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Since its first appearance in Paris in mid-December, the Yuyuan Garden Lantern Show (attract) huge crowds to admire its fine designs and (color) lights during the cold winter nights at the 163-year-old Jardin d'Acclimatation amusement park.

It is the first time that the lantern show, national intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) item in Shanghai, has been held outside China.

The show, which opened on Dec.15 in Paris at the same time as the one that opened in Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden, (be) among events celebrating the (sixty) anniversary of the establishment of China-France diplomatic relations. It also welcomes the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism. The show will run through Feb. 25.

According to the event's organizer Yuyuan Inc., 3,000 online tickets (buy) up in a day, with additional ones being sold in-person.

At the brightly lit double dragon-shaped gate, long lines visitors can be seen at the entrance.

(theme) on "Classic of Mountains and Seas", shares the name of the ancient Chinese mythology (神话) Shan Hai Jing, the event comprises 60 large Chinese lantern sets and 2,000 traditional lanterns, (allow) visitors to appreciate the breathtaking art of Chinese lanterns and broader Chinese culture.

Looking forward to an enjoyable experience can make it all that much sweeter. Wait a couple of days before seeing a new movie that just came out, plan your big vacation for later in the summer, and try to take time to enjoy each bite of dessert. On the opposite, get negative tasks out of the way as quickly as possible — any delay will only make them seem worse.

People who focus more on process than outcome tend to remain motivated in the face of setbacks. They're better at sticking with major challenges and prefer them over the easy route. Because it celebrates rewards that come from the work itself. Focusing only on the outcome can lead to premature burnout if things don't go well.

Find an activity that allows you to get together with friends on a regular, ongoing basis. A weekly happy hour, poker night, or TV show ensures consistency and motivation in your social interactions. People with high-quality relationships are not only happier, but also healthier.

The next time you are attracted to use your phone to look through social media, look through your list of contacts instead. The happiness you get from a real connection with another person will be far greater than any comments or likes you get on social media.

A. Anticipation itself is pleasurable.

B. Decrease unnecessary socializing.

C. Find someone to call or FaceTime.

D. This "growth mindset" helps people stay energized.

E. Facebook and Instagram often overstate how much better off others are.

F. Nothing is more important for our psychological health than high-quality friendships.

G. They recover from illnesses more quickly, live longer, and enjoy more enriched lives.

In one hour, you can do something to reduce food waste and resource local community. Download the Philly Food Rescue app to get started.

What's the service opportunity?

PFR is the sustainability, food recovery, and donations arm of Share Food Program. You'll use your own car (or bike) to rescue leftover food from a grocery store, restaurant, or farmers' market, delivering it to the matched nonprofit takers. Those include senior centers, shelters, schools, and more. You can claim a one-time or weekly food rescue.

What difference does food rescue make?

PFR works to increase access to fresh food for our neighbors. Our team recovers half a million pounds of food every month thanks to volunteers like you. We resource more than 283 partners across Philadelphia, its suburbs, and South Jersey, impacting food security and sustainability every day of the week.

What's required?

● If driving, a driver's license and insurance are needed. For smaller food rescues, a bike may do.

● Food rescue volunteers should be able to lift at least 30 pounds.

● Clear the trunk and back seat to make space for boxes or bags of food.

● Complete the food rescue within its scheduled window.

Additional information:

● PFR matches donations within five miles to keep food local, honor volunteers' time, and ensure food safety.

● You're welcome to bring a friend or child as a passenger to help with loading, unloading, and delivery.

● Questions? Ask Britt at bkorn@sharefoodprogram.org or (215)301-3734.