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In a factory workshop in Huangchuan County, central China's Henan Province, skillful workers stretch pieces of dough (面团) very carefully. They press and turn the dough into thin strips, and then use wooden sticks to pull them apart gently. These strips (hang) to dry, and finally they become the famous hollow tribute noodles (空心贡面) of the area.

Liu Laiwang, representative inheritor of the noodles and boss of a local food company, says, "Making these noodles (be) my work since my childhood. They're a special cultural treasure of Henan, carrying the (wise) of many past generations. We must keep this skill alive and pass it on."

(date) back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907), the noodle earned its name when it was presented the emperor as a form of tribute. The noodles are made from high-quality wheat flour, sesame oil and salt, and their production involves more than ten steps. The noodles are very thin, with a hole in the middle. When (cook), they stay firm and don't get soft or (stick).

In recent years, Huangchuan has actively expanded its noodle industry, aiming to achieve both social and economic benefits. Liu's company alone operates a 5,200-square-meter standardized facility with annual production capacity of 3,000 tons. It has helped over 1,000 local families get out of poverty given jobs to nearly 2,000 workers.

China has many such special cultural treasures, more than 40 of have been put on UNESCO's important list, more than any other country in the world.

According to the International Energy Agency, rising overall demand for electricity is outstripping (超过) the world's efforts to improve efficiency and boost renewables. The fact is, economic development will inevitably require greater2 of electricity. It is increasingly clear that nuclear power plants must play an important role in this equation (制衡关系).

Nuclear power is, in many ways, the most promising source of zero-carbon electricity. Unlike solar, wind and water power, electricity from nuclear plants is3. Generators keep running when the sun is not shining, the wind is not blowing and water levels are low. Nevertheless, the industry has an uncertain and dangerous4. Take the United States as an example. There are fewer commercial reactors (商用核反应堆) in5 today in the country than there were a generation ago. This year could see three commercial reactors6. There are plans to shut down about 20 more over the coming years.

The problem is a misunderstanding of7. Humans are constantly exposed to radiation — from the sun, from the universe, from the very ground we walk on. The alarming near-meltdown at Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island plant in 19798 exposed neighbors to about one-sixth the radiation dose they would receive from having a single X-ray.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is one of a growing number of9 who believe that cheaper, smaller reactors must play a significant part in the post-carbon energy mix. His company Terra Power has announced plans to build a next-generation nuclear reactor at the site of a former coal-fired power plant in Wyoming. The goal is to prove that nuclear power can be10 to the grid (输电网) at a competitive price and on a reasonable timeline.

I'm an optimistic supporter of renewable energy sources. I'm also a (n)11 student of the various impediments (阻碍) to the growth of these sources. I agree with Gates that the surest path to net-zero carbon emissions is one that12 every non-carbon energy source, including nuclear power. The model to have in mind is not the hulking plant like Chernobyl. Instead, let's consider the small, reliable reactors that have13 the United States' submarines and aircraft carriers. In 50-plus years of cruising, they have had no14.

Carbon emissions and other greenhouse gases are the environmental challenge of our age. Nuclear power is one tool for15 ourselves of them — while keeping the lights on.

The key players in this hidden conversation are mycorrhizal fungi. These thread-like organisms connect tree roots, forming vast networks. Research from the University of British Columbia reveals that up to 90% of land plants depend on these fungi. Through this interdependent relationship, trees exchange nutrients like carbon and nitrogen. Older "mother trees" often act as hubs, sending extra sugars to younger saplings struggling in shaded areas — a phenomenon called "forest family connections".

When under attack, trees release chemical signals. A 2023 study in Nature Ecology & Evolution demonstrates that acacia trees (金合欢树) bitten by giraffes produce ethylene (乙烯) gas. Nearby trees pick up these chemical signals from the air within minutes and increase tannin (鞣酸) production, making their leaves bitter and less tasty. Similarly, pine trees attacked by beetles send out warning signals through fungal networks, pushing neighbors to boost defensive resins (树脂).

Not all interactions are cooperative. Some plants, like the ghost orchid, hack the network to steal nutrients from nearby trees without offering anything in return. Other species, such as black walnut trees, release toxins (毒素) to restrain competitors — a strategy called "biological warfare" by ecologists.

Understanding this "social network" challenges traditional views of forests. Logging dominant mother trees can collapse entire ecosystems, much like removing servers from the Internet. Scientists now advocate for selective cutting practices that preserve fungal networks, ensuring forests' resilience (适应力) to climate change.

As author Peter Wohlleben notes in The Hidden Life of Trees, "Forests are super-organisms with intelligence we're just beginning to decode." This silent dialogue beneath our feet reminds us that nature's deepest conversations often happen without a single word.

Take home books, magazines, or movie discs whenever you want. Books stay with you for three whole weeks, giving you plenty of time to get through every chapter. You can keep the dictionary for one month. Magazines stick around for a week, perfect for quick reads. And movies? You've got five days to watch them as many times as you like. Need a little extra time? No problem — renew books up to twice, and magazines or movies once. Just call or visit the library's website, and you're set.

Life gets busy, we get it — but late fees here are kept small, so you won't stress. For each day a book is late, you will be charged 25 cents. Magazines get a fee of 15 cents per day, and movies 50 cents.

Oops, lost a book or broke a disc? We'll help you replace it, with prices that fit the item — newer books cost a bit more, but older ones are easier on the wallet. And if you find that lost book later? We'll refund (退还) your money, no questions asked.

Got sick and can't return things on time? Just let us know, and we'll stop those late fees until you're feeling better. School holidays? Extend your borrows without extra charges — just tell us before the due date.

Come visit, borrow, and lose yourself in something great — we can't wait to see you!

Melody stood at the edge of the half-pipe, heart beating fast. The steep ramp (坡) challenged her to drop in. She bent her knees and spread her arms a little to keep her balance. When she reached the other side, she went up high. Then she dived back down and up again, enjoying the thrill of the ride.

Patrick, another skater, cheered, He was a year ahead of Melody in school, but they'd become friends at the skate park. "I got it on video." Mom said, waving her phone as Melody rode away from the half-pipe. Melody smiled. She wanted to be able to show her faraway cousins her favorite activity.

When it was her turn again, she set up and — her skateboard suddenly shot out from under her! Her arms moved around wildly, and then she was on the ground. "Ow! My wrist!" she whimpered.

Patrick rushed over. "You OK?" Mom was there a split second later. "Hope you didn't get that on video, Mrs. B." Patrick joked. Melody sniffed. "Ha." She tried to move her hand and winced (痛得呲牙). "Let's get you to the doctor, sweetie," Mom said. Two hours later in the Medi-Center. Dr. Das finished up the cast (石膏) and said, "Six weeks, and you'll be as good as new."

On the way home, Melody and her mom passed the skate park. Melody read the big sign painted on the wall: NO FEAR. "Six weeks, and you'll be as good as new." No fear. Melody thought about these words a lot over the next six weeks. But every time she replayed the crash in her mind, her stomach flip-flopped.

Still, by the time the cast came off, Melody's board was calling her name. She and her mom returned to the skate park. "Just take it slow," Mom called from the bench. Melody skated around for a while. She concentrated on the board under her feet and popped a kickflip.

It felt good, but she missed the half-pipe more than anything. "Hey, Mel, welcome back!" Patrick called. Melody smiled back.

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Looking up at the top edge of the half-pipe, she hesitated.

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She wiped her sweaty forehead, and climbed to the top.

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Dear Mr. Smith,

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

Mount Tai, a towering peak in Shandong province, China, is famous for its steep terrain with over 7,000 steps. Climbing this mountain is challenging. especially for the elderly and those with mobility issues.

Fortunately, AI-powered exoskeletons (外骨骼机器人) are making the journey simpler. These robotic legs, (weigh) only 1.8 kilograms, are designed to wrap around users' waists and legs, offering assistance (ease) the burden on legs. Users reported feeling like someone was pulling them uphill, making the climb much easier. However, some mentioned (convenience) in using the device for activities like tying shoelaces or using the bathroom. these issues, the exoskeletons are seen as a "true blessing" for senior citizens and the mobility-impaired visitors. This innovation not only aids mountain climbing highlights potential applications in elderly care, growing market in China, in the population of seniors is rapidly increasing.

The smart elderly care market (estimate) at 6.8 trillion yuan last year. Kenqing Technology, the co-developer, is eyeing this vast market now and has launched an exoskeleton (specific) designed for elderly users.

To fully unlock the potential of elderly care robots, industry insiders told Xinhua News Agency that stronger policy support is needed to promote the large-scale application while keeping prices (afford) for all.

Several new studies seem to show not only that water does, in fact, have a taste, but that we might have taste buds (味蕾) that respond directly to it.

We now know that there are at least five basic tastes: salty, sour, sweet, bitter and umami. Researchers have sought to solve the issue once and for all. They've figured out an experiment that seeks to identify any water-sensing taste receptor cells (TRCs) on the tongues of lab mice.

The team first used a technique known as genetic knockout to silence different types of TRCs, in order to remove the possibility that those cells might accidentally discover some other taste within the water besides the water itself. It turned out that the acid-sensing sour TRCs were still firing actively, indicating these cells might have a double purpose, capable of distinguishing water or acidic fluids.

So if you're on the side of the debate that argues that water is flavorless, you might still be correct. The study also opens up the possibility that our tongues and taste buds might be doing more than merely providing us with a sense of taste. If this study doesn't prove that water is the sixth flavor, it might still be the first evidence of a whole other sense entirely: a water sense.

A. Well, perhaps we have.

B. Actually, we have a sixth taste for water.

C. Our taste buds are tied to a flavor of water.

D. So it's perhaps a bit doubtful that water doesn't seem to have any flavor.

E. But water isn't senseless, at least it doesn't appear that way according to this research.

F. They then washed their mouths with water to see if any cells were still responding.

G. If there is a sixth taste for water exists, then there should be evidence somewhere in the mouth or tongue.

The experiment had 29 male volunteers aged 19-27 with normal body weight. Volunteers were divided into two groups. The experimental group added 1,500 extra calories every day like chocolate bars and potato chips for five days, while the control group kept their normal diet. Researchers used whole-brain MRI to examine the brain insulin (胰岛素) activity. They also did blood tests and measured liver fat to check metabolic (代谢的) changes.

The results showed after only five days of over eating, volunteers developed more liver fat and showed changed insulin sensitivity in brain regions related to reward processing. In psychological tests, they became less sensitive to reward and more sensitive to punishment. Surprisingly, these changes happened without any big weight gain. This means that the brain reacts to what we eat before we see any physical changes. Dr. Kullmann said, "The speed of these neurological (神经系统的) changes surprised us — they are detectable before any visible weight changes."

Perhaps the more worrying was the long-term effects. One week after volunteers returned to their normal diets, memory-related areas of the brain showed lower insulin sensitivity. The brain's white matter, which helps the nerves talk to each other well, also showed changes. It appeared like those in fat people; raising important questions about how short-term overeating could lead to long-term health problems.

The study's findings go against what we usually think about occasional overeating. It brought no big changes in weight but in brain, which might make it harder for people to eat healthily in the future. The reward system might create a vicious cycle where unhealthy foods become more attractive while healthy choices seem less rewarding. As Dr. Kullmann concludes, "Our brains are more sensitive to dietary changes than we realized— what we eat today may influence how we think and choose tomorrow."

Slow thinking is the feature of a well-managed workplace. Yet instinct also has its place. Some decisions are more connected to emotional responses and less to analysis. In demanding customer-service or public-facing situations, instinct is often a better guide to how to behave.

Instinct can also be improved. Plenty of research has shown that instinct becomes more accurate with experience. In one well-known experiment, volunteers judged whether designer handbags were real or fake. Some were told to rely on instinct, others to deliberate. Instinct worked better for those who owned at least three designer handbags. The more expert you become, the better your instinct tends to be.

However, the real reason to embrace fast thinking is that it is, well, fast. It is often the only way to get through the day. When your inbox floods with new emails at the start of the day, there is no way to read them all carefully. Instinct helps you decide which to answer and which to delete. Fast thinking can also help the entire organization. The value of many managerial decisions lies in the simple fact that they have been made. Yet as data-explodes, the temptation to ask for one more bit of analysis is harder to resist. Managers often overthink, turning a simple problem into a complex one.

When to use instinct in the workplace rests on its own form of pattern recognition. Does the decision maker have real expertise? Is this a field in which emotion matters more than reasoning? Above all, is it worth delaying the decision to slow thinking is needed to get the big calls right. But fast thinking is the way to stop deliberation turning into a waste of time.

Mike was diagnosed with leukemia in 2004. Six years of treatment and exercise paid off. To celebrate his sixth year without cancer, Mike decided to ride his bike to New York. Unfortunately, his health deteriorated and one evening in 2017, he started having chest pains.

That was when a mother's very worst day became a stranger's best. James' heart was beating in the cancer survivor's chest now. The morning he woke up from the transplant, Mike found himself recharged.

Of the four letters Lynn had sent to the recipients, one reached Mike. Lynn described her son's devotion to his country, the fact that he considered everyone a friend, and his love for scuba diving, snowboarding, and motorcycling. These pages painted a picture of just how special his new heart was. Mike carefully composed a response, accurately expressing his gratitude and communicating his desire to stay in touch with James' family. It was a balm (药膏) for a wound that Lynn felt would never heal. And so began the emails and texts. She even began following Mike's Instagram posts. "Knowing he was doing well really helped," she says.

During his recovery, Mike had hatched a plan to cycle cross-country again, from the hospital that treated him to James' grave. When he began the 1,430-mile journey in 2019, Lynn followed anxiously on his Instagram. Despite setbacks—steep climbs, wrong turns, flat tires—Mike pressed on. On November 20, he arrived at James' grave, where Lynn waited. They hugged. Then came the tears—not of sorrow, but relief. A part of James lived on, and two strangers connected by loss and hope became family.

The Battery Alexander Trailhead provides access to the Batteries Loop Trail and additional parking for the Point Bonita Lighthouse.

BEFORE YOU GO

Bathrooms

An accessible toilet can be found at the Battery Alexander parking area. Additional restrooms can be found at the Field Rd. parking lot.

Water

Drinking water is not available along the trail. Avoid becoming dehydrated or experiencing heat exhaustion. Drink plenty and drink often, pace yourself, take breaks in the shade, and eat salty snacks.

Dogs and Trail Etiquette

Leashed (拴住的) dogs are permitted on the Batteries Loop Trail. Please remain on the established trail. Off-trail travel harms plants and causes erosion. Always keep your food within arm's reach and do not feed the wildlife. Carry out all trash and food waste (fruit peels, shells, etc.).

SAFETY TIPS

See up-to-date warning s on current park and trail conditions.

Stay on the establised trail. Keep an eye out for poison oak. Read our four season guide to poison oak.

Observe warning signs and railings — these exist for your safety.

Dress in layers and be prepared for varying weather conditions. Sunny days along the coast can turn windy, foggy, and cold very fast. View our Golden Gate Bridge webcams to see current conditions.

Do not climb on the constant bluffs or edges — the sand and rocks are loose and eroding and dangerous!

People have fallen from these cliffs.

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Labor Shapes Us

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Electric vehicles are quieter, easier to repair and maintain, and far better for the environment than traditional cars. Still, numbers of EVs on the road are trailing behind the cars they're supposed to replace, in part due to charging times. While fueling a gas car takes minutes, charging an EV can take much longer. The fastest public chargers (Level 3) can charge a battery to 80% in about 20 minutes, but slower and more common Level 2 chargers take hours, and Level 1 chargers at home can take days.

Scientists believe faster charging is possible by advancing battery science and charging technology. The goal is to approach refueling speed without compromising on safety or the long-term life of the battery.

The core challenge is electrochemistry. EV batteries have two electrodes (anode and cathode). During charging, lithium ions must move back to the anode. If they move too quickly, they can get "stuck", reducing efficiency and potentially causing a short circuit or fire. Venkat Srinivasan of Argonne National Laboratory compares this to "getting 100 people into a narrow room" — all trying to pass through one small door. Researchers are exploring new battery chemistries to create multiple microscopic pathways for ions, easing congestion.

Another approach involves smarter charging software. Current charging uses a steady flow of electricity, which slows as the battery fills. By adjusting the current based on the battery's condition — for example, increasing it when the battery is around 30% charged and resistance is low — researchers at Idaho National Laboratory believe charging can be made both faster and safer.

While research aims to replicate the gas-station experience, experts note that ultra-fast charging will mainly serve long trips or emergencies. For daily use, slower charging at home or work will remain the norm. "We drive to get from A to B," says Idaho National Laboratory's Tim Pennington, "not because we like going to the gas station. We don't need a ten-minute charge every day."

A visit became a turning point. Stuck in his village, Zhang noticed something new. The roads were paved, internet signals were strong, and the local government was offering support to those willing to start businesses. The beautiful mountains and fresh air, once taken for granted, now seemed full of potential. An idea began to form: what if he could build a future here, not just make a living there?

Using his savings and a small government grant, Zhang took a daring step. He transformed his family's old, empty house into a modern café, a place where city visitors could enjoy coffee while viewing the terraced fields. At first, neighbors were puzzled. "Who will come to the mountains for coffee?" they asked. Zhang persisted, learning about coffee beans and design online.

Today, "Mountain Cloud Café" is more than a coffee shop. It's a window for his village. Tourists come on weekends, and through his café, they discover and buy local specialties like mountain tea and dried fruits. Zhang has hired two local women, providing them with stable income. More importantly, his success has sparked a conversation. A few other young people, who once thought leaving was the only option, are now asking, "Could I come back too?"

"My dream isn't huge," Zhang says, looking at the lively scene outside. "I just want our home to thrive, so that our children might have a choice to stay." His journey from construction site to café owner paints a picture of modern rural China — one where returning wings bring new life.

I'm a dedicated 4th-grade English teacher, always on the lookout for my students' well-being both inside and outside the classroom. Among my students, Maria stood out, but not in a positive way at first.

Unlike other lively kids in the class, she was always quiet and easily distracted. I noticed she often pressed her hand gently on her stomach, and now and then I could hear a faint gurgling (咕咕的) sound. Occasionally, she would stare blankly at her desk, not responding when I called her name. Sometimes, she'd even doze off (打瞌睡) in the middle of an activity. At first, I assumed it was just typical behavioral issues or a lack of attention span. I tried different teaching strategies, moving her to the front of the class, giving her more individual tasks, but nothing seemed to work.

One day, during a routine check-in with our school counselor (辅导员), Ms Rivera, who assisted students with their psychological and social development, I mentioned Maria's strange behavior. Ms Rivera listened carefully and nodded thoughtfully. "Sometimes when a student acts like that," she said, "there might be something going on at home. How about reaching out to her parents to see if everything's okay?" Her words struck me. I realized I had been so focused on fixing Maria's behavior in the classroom that I hadn't stopped to consider what might be happening outside of it. After our conversation, I set out to look into it further.

It turned out that Maria's family was going through a severe financial crisis. Her parents had both lost their jobs recently, and the family was struggling to make ends meet. Maria wasn't eating breakfast at home because there wasn't enough food, and she was too embarrassed to ask for the free lunch program at school. She was, in fact, starving all day sometimes, which explained her constant distraction and tiredness.

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I decided to have a talk with Maria and help her ask for free lunch.

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Within just two weeks, the change in Maria was remarkable.

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Dear Peter,

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Yours,

Li Hua

Cultural heritage protection is entering a new era. As digitalization (increasing) integrates with economic and social development, new technologies are reshaping traditional ways of life, (open) fresh pathways for cultural heritage protection and transmission.

At the 2025 Beijing Culture Forum held last year, experts and practitioners from China and abroad (highlight) how artificial intelligence (AI), big data immersive digital tools were breathing new life into cultural heritage.

AI has been used to decode fragmentary (不完整的) relics unearthed at the Sanxingdui Ruins and piece them together into complete artifacts. Deep learning systems are helping scholars match oracle bone (甲骨) fragments from the Yin Ruins, allowing the inscriptions (刻写的字) (speak) again. This trend is speeding up in China, in museums are embracing digitization and smart technologies to enhance (preserve) of cultural heritage.

The deputy director of the Palace Museum in Beijing said the museum houses more than 1.95 million cultural relics, counted by item or set. "Based previous collection work, we plan to spend 10 to 20 years completing data collection of the remaining artifacts. After collection, we will share this information with the public," he revealed.

Today, the Palace Museum's growing digital database (power) by AI-driven knowledge graphs and other technologies, enabling (intelligence) searches. Visitors can now explore the museum's treasures and scenery across seasons, weather and time of day via just a screen.

More than a week after1 a heart attack behind the wheel, Nimmo was reunited with Dr Idowu, the2 who helped save his life after his vehicle crashed on a busy roadway in Roswell, Georgia. By chance, Dr Idowu was nearby and3 the crash.

As Nimmo waited to meet the man who helped save him, he said the4 had been on his mind ever since the accident. "I5 the days," Nimmo shared. "I couldn't wait to meet him." When the two finally6, the scene was deeply moving. Dr Idowu said he7 did what he felt was8 — immediately performing CPR on Nimmo while waiting for the first9 to arrive. Once Nimmo had recovered enough, Idowu even took a moment to listen to his10 himself — a small but powerful reminder of how close the situation had been.

For Nimmo, the experience has11 changed how he views life and the holidays ahead. "This Thanksgiving feels like a12," he said, adding that every holiday from now on feels especially meaningful. "Every Thanksgiving, every Christmas — they'll all be because of you." Despite the13, Dr Idowu was quick to14 that many people played a role that day. He15 everyone involved — from bystanders and police officers to hospital staff. "All of it came together in his favor," Idowu said.

I began to notice small things. Why did I prefer studying in the library corner near the window? What made group study sometimes effective and sometimes noisy? After thinking carefully, I settled on a simple question: Does background music help or hold back homework efficiency? This was my first lesson: Choose a question I truly want to answer.

Next, I needed a plan. I felt overwhelmed until I broke it down. I decided to experiment on myself for two weeks: one week with soft instrumental music, and one week in complete silence. I also designed a short survey for my classmates. Making a clear, simple plan turns anxiety into action.

The real challenge came during the execution (执行). My self-observation was easy, but analyzing the results was confusing. After analysis, I found that the survey responses were mixed, and the results weren't what I had expected. Then, I remembered that research is about understanding, not just proving a point. So, I looked for patterns instead of a single answer. I prepared to learn from unexpected data, not just to confirm my guess.

I made two simple graphs about my focus and classmates' music preferences. I saw music helped me with repetitive tasks but not with reading, and that preferences varied widely — showing no universal answer, only personal patterns. Presenting these findings taught me research is less about definitive truths and more about methodical exploration. It improved my ability to observe, plan, adapt, and communicate. Ultimately, the process itself is the real lesson. You can start your own research today by picking a small, curious question from daily life and following it step by step.

A. Finally, I turned to Mr Lee.

B. I almost thought my project was a failure.

C. My personal interest is the best motivation.

D. I tracked my focus time and task completion.

E. Later, Mr Lee suggested I picture my confusing data.

F. I had to give up the project I was doing at that moment.

G. The word "research" itself sounded too serious and distant.