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In the year when her parents determined to go their separate ways, Alice initiated the allocation of a considerable span of her time to the Polka Café, a venue that surfaced as the exclusive location where she could truly immerse herself in rumination, and her mother seemed to manifest no dissent regarding her spending the bulk of the summer there.

Antecedent to the commencement of the summer season, two momentous occurrences had materialized. The primary occurrence, without doubt, was the egress of her father from their domestic abode, and the secondary one was the disintegration of her amicable bond with Sarah. Alice was incapable of precisely identifying how their relationship had degenerated to such a deplorable state. They had been involved in a vehement quarrel at school shortly subsequent to her parents' public announcement of their irrevocable decision to part.

On every occasion when her friends questioned the non - appearance of her father, who no longer served as her escort to school each morning, Alice would unfailingly proffer the untruth, "My father is preoccupied with business engagements elsewhere." She discontinued extending invitations to them for recreational gatherings at her residence and fabricated a plethora of pretexts to evade social interaction with any other individuals. "I am occupied with alternative arrangements," she would communicate to Sarah.

On a particular day, as they were proceeding homeward from school, Sarah accosted Alice in a somewhat irritated intonation, "Alice，what is the underlying issue? Why are you refraining from engaging in dialogue with me?" Alice simulated auditory impairment and persisted in her forward movement，entertaining no inclination to deliberate on the matter with Sarah at that juncture, or with anyone else for that matter.

"I am speaking with utter earnestness, Alice. My mother has divulged the pertinent details to me," Sarah further stated. "I am cognizant of the situation unfolding with your parents." This disclosure caused Alice to come to an abrupt standstill. In reality, their habitation was in a compact community where confidential matters were notoriously short – lived, yet Alice had cherished a feeble aspiration that the news would remain under wraps for a sufficient duration to enable her to ascertain the appropriate moment to broach the subject herself. She was overcome with feelings of mortification and emotional injury, yearning to reveal the information to Sarah in accordance with her own volition.

Consumed by a surge of fury, Alice launched a verbal assault. "How can you have the audacity to assert that you possess any knowledge!" she vehemently exclaimed. "You are an exceedingly despicable friend. I harbor no desire to engage in any form of verbal exchange with you ever again!"

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Now it was August, and Alice sat in the Polka Café, lost in thought.

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"I'm sorry too for having shouted at you," said Alice.

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Dear Zhang Min，

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Yours,

Li Hua

A

Davyon Johnson, an 11-year-old boy, was honored by his community after saving two lives in one day. On Dec.9, a choking student tripped into the classroom Davyon was. Davyon did the Heimlich immediately and saved him. Hours later, on his way home, Davyon spotted a house on fire. Everybody (run) out except for an elderly lady. As the woman struggled (move) using her walker, Davyon raced up the steps and helped her escape the burning building.

B

Cats are second only to dogs as the most common pets in the world. (compare) with dogs, cats might seem cold, but they can form strong emotional bonds with their owners.Studies have shown that cat-owning seniors often exhibit lower levels of (lonely) , anxiety, and depression. (own) a cat invites several costs, for food, litter, medications, toys and care. However, cats do not need regular bathing they have health problems that make it necessary.

C

Soil (find) nearly everywhere. And it seems unlikely that we would ever lose all the soil on Earth. However we may lose is the deep and rich agricultural soil because of over-farming, a lack of plant cover off-season and a collection of salt from watering and fertilization(施肥) . proper measures, some experts warn, there could be serious agricultural soil problems before the end of this century.

On Aug 5, the river flooding2 the community when they were away on the mountain biking trip. Several homes were destroyed or partially destroyed. None of the3 was as notable as that of their house, with video of this widely shared online.

The couple4 to the site of the house three days later to sort out new living arrangements and search for Leo, with the5 of having an encounter with their beloved cat again. Wilkins was holding onto the belief that if any animal would6 the house falling into the river, it would be Leo, the couple's black and white cat who shows no7 of bears.

They called out Leo's name and left food for him in the coop (笼子). By then, it seemed like everyone in the8 was looking for him. There were plenty of9 of Leo, but it appeared that there were just many black-and-white10 cats in the neighbourhood.

Eventually, her faith11 26 days after the flood when a photo of Leo was posted to the Facebook page. She12 to meet Leo. When Leo did turn up, he appeared to be a little thinner, but otherwise13 fine.

‌"It's14 to have him back and it's nice to have some good news," she said. And just like Leo, some of their other15 are finding their way back to them, but not in as good of condition as the cat.

Just in the past few weeks, my wife has become the supporter of the concept of zero-waste living. Zero-waste is obviously about changing behaviors to produce less waste. But as my wife shared with me all the inventive ways people are getting around using plastic or reusing clothes or controlling the desire to accrue (积累) things we don't really need, I realized that, zero-waste starts with something else. And in many ways, the first step, which is simply being willing to do something differently, can be the hardest step of all.

This came to mind as I read a cover story in education. Ostensibly (表面上), it's about more and more colleges agreeing to drop standardized tests as a required measure of student aptitude (天赋).

That is always going to be hard. But in recent decades, colleges have realized that the old ways of judging individual value, while not necessarily wrong, were narrow. While they identified one kind of student well, they did not account for a wide range of experiences, skills, and qualities that were no less important to achievement and success. The tests weren't good enough. Schools could do better.

So what has happened? Schools are increasingly consenting to think differently about admissions. They have resolved to do the best they can to see the whole individual. Some think dropping mandatory standardized tests is a mistake. However, once the first step is taken, the onward pull of reason and morality speed progress.

At a time when there appears to be so much confusion in the world, it is possible to look out and instead see something else: the world struggling with the perpetual (长久的) task of consenting to new ideas. Politics today show how easily we can become stuck in the mentally familiar.

That can be an admissions officer wanting to be more thoughtful in extending the benefits that her school offers. Or it can be a zero-waste blogger asking us all to think differently about how we contribute to greater balance in the world.

The only constant is the universal need for progress, and that will never leave us where it found us.

A. It starts with consenting (同意) to change thought.

B. Undoubtedly there have been missteps along the way.

C. In short, they left a lot of amazing people out and didn't even know it.

D. But at its heart, it reveals something more fundamental: how we judge individual value.

E. They offer the most challenging academic programs and ensure every student's physical and mental health.

F. The world, on the other hand, is constantly demanding that we be kinder and more connected and think ever larger.

G. Many universities known to be highly selective in their admissions policies received more applicants than usual.

Music recommendation algorithms, such as those used by Spotify and Apple Music, have been highly effective at suggesting new songs and artists. But Dr. Emily Carter, a music data scientist at the University of Music and Technology, notes that these algorithms often use a one-size-fits-all approach that doesn't capture the nuances of individual listening behavior. To better understand and cater to individual preferences, researchers need to analyze each user's unique listening patterns.

To develop and train their AI, the researchers collected data from over 50 million listening sessions and fed it into a neural network. They tested the system by seeing how well it could distinguish between different users' listening habits. The system was given 100 listening sessions from each of about 3,000 known users and 100 new sessions from an unknown user. The AI looked for the best match and identified the unknown user 86% of the time, according to a study presented at the International Conference on Music Information Retrieval (ISMIR). ‌"We were quite surprised by the accuracy," says Alex Johnson, a doctoral student in Carter's lab and the lead author of the study. A non-AI method was only 28% accurate.

‌"The work is really innovative," says Dr. Sarah Kim, a music researcher at Google. ‌"Personalized music experiences could transform how we interact with music platforms."

The researchers are aware of the privacy implications of their system, which could potentially identify users based on their listening habits. In theory, similar systems could also analyze other behaviors, such as the types of podcasts people listen to or the timing of their music consumption. ISMIR organizers found the study technically impressive but ethically questionable, and accepted it on the condition that the researchers detail the privacy risks. Carter says they have decided, for now, not to release the software publicly.

As I prepared to walk over to the table, memories of previous school lunches came flooding back. I remembered feeling self-conscious as my friends would make faces when I brought homemade bread. I had once insisted that my mom pack ‌"regular" lunches like store-bought sandwiches, and she had reluctantly agreed. From then on, my lunches were filled with typical school fare. However, that day, she had packed a loaf of freshly baked bread from the night before.

As soon as I reached the new lunch table, I tried to hide my lunch box under my seat. I sat quietly, hoping not to draw attention to myself when Emily, a new friend, asked where my food was. ‌"I'm not really hungry," I replied in a hesitant voice. But Emily had already seen me with my lunch, so she said, ‌"Then, I'll try it!"

I didn't want to be rude, so I reluctantly pulled out my lunch box. I braced myself for their reactions, expecting them to turn up their noses. But to my surprise, Emily took a small piece of bread and took a bite. My new friends were amazed at how delicious it was. They hadn't expected homemade bread to taste so good. I felt a wave of pride and gratitude wash over me.

When I got home that afternoon, my mom noticed the empty bread container. She hesitated before asking, ‌"How was the food?" I paused for a moment, then replied, ‌"It was perfect, Mom. If possible, can I still have your homemade bread for lunch tomorrow?"

The woolly mammoth, a massive herbivore with long, curved tusks, roamed the icy landscapes of Eurasia and North America during the Ice Age. These colossal creatures stood up to 11 feet tall and weighed as much as 6 tons, making them larger than modern elephants. They subsisted on a diet of grasses, shrubs, and other vegetation, using their tusks to dig through snow and ice to reach food.

Due to the scarcity of well-preserved mammoth remains, scientists have had limited opportunities to study these ancient beasts. However, recent advancements in paleontology and genetics have allowed researchers to piece together a more accurate picture of their lives. By analyzing ancient DNA and fossilized footprints, scientists have discovered that woolly mammoths were far more agile and adaptable than previously thought.

One of the most significant findings is that woolly mammoths had strong, flexible tendons in their legs, which enabled them to move swiftly across the frozen terrain. Fossil evidence also suggests that they lived in complex social groups, similar to modern elephants, and had highly developed survival strategies to endure the harsh Ice Age conditions.

Woolly mammoths went extinct around 4,000 years ago, likely due to a combination of climate change and human hunting. However, their extinction was not due to a lack of intelligence or adaptability. In fact, recent studies indicate that they were highly intelligent animals with strong problem-solving abilities.

The ongoing research into woolly mammoths is part of a broader effort to understand the ecology and behavior of extinct species. ‌"We are on the brink of uncovering the true nature of these magnificent creatures," said Dr. Elena Ivanova, a leading paleontologist. ‌"The woolly mammoth was not just a relic of the past, but a highly evolved and resilient animal that thrived for thousands of years."

As scientists continue to unravel the mysteries of the woolly mammoth, we are gaining a deeper appreciation for this ancient giant and its place in the history of our planet.

Central City Greenway Park, Metropolis

This urban oasis stretches through the heart of the city, providing a green corridor for both residents and visitors. The park features a network of walking and cycling paths that weave through lush gardens and serene ponds. One of the most popular activities here is the guided nature walk, where visitors can learn about the diverse plant and bird species that thrive in this urban environment. For those looking for a more relaxing experience, there are plenty of spots to sit and enjoy a picnic, or simply unwind with a good book under the shade of the trees.

Historic Downtown Plaza Park, Urbanville

This park is a treasure trove of history and culture, located in the heart of the city's historic district. Visitors can explore the beautifully restored Victorian-era buildings that line the plaza, many of which now house museums and art galleries. The park also hosts a variety of cultural events throughout the year, including outdoor concerts, theater performances, and art festivals. One of the highlights is the weekly farmers' market, where local vendors sell fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and delicious street food.

Urban Riverfront Park, Riverside City

This park offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban charm along the riverfront. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the river while walking along the waterfront promenade, or take a leisurely boat tour to see the city from a different perspective. The park also features a series of outdoor fitness stations, perfect for those who want to stay active. In addition, there are several playgrounds and interactive water features that make it a great place for families with children. During the summer months, the park hosts a series of free outdoor movie nights, adding to its vibrant atmosphere.

Skyline Park, Uptown City

This urban park is located on a hilltop, providing breathtaking views of the city skyline. It is an ideal spot for photography enthusiasts and those who simply want to enjoy a panoramic view of the city. The park features a series of terraced gardens, each with its own unique design and plantings. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of recreational activities, such as yoga classes, outdoor chess games, and even stargazing events hosted by local astronomy clubs. The park's location also makes it a convenient meeting point for city-wide events and celebrations.

I had a dream from primary school: to work in television. My parents owned a little grocery store, so we were definitely not fancy people. Thankfully, my dad had raised me to have a lot of confidence. He often said, "You can do anything you want to do." My dad was particularly supportive. He was my steady rock — always there for me.

With his help and encouragement, I was admitted to the radio and television arts program at Ryerson in Toronto. I really loved the program and worked hard and I was named the most outstanding graduate. I felt like I was already living my dream. I began to think that maybe I could apply for an internship in CBC or CTV.

Luckily, Global Television had just started broadcasting in Canada that year. I thought to myself: I'm new and they're new, so if Fm going to get to know one person at Global, it might as well be the president. I was scared, but I knew deep down inside that this was what I wanted. When I called my dad and told him my plan, he said, "Good, Faye. That's exactly what you should do."

With my heart just about pounding out of my body, I called up the president of Global Television. Suddenly Mr. Slaight was on the phone. "I've heard that your studio facilities are amazing. I could come at eleven o'clock on Monday or eleven o'clock on Sunday for a tour. What would suit you better?" I caught him totally off guard. He stuttered a bit, and then picked a day. When I hung up, I was scared but excited.

I arrived at the studio on the appointed day. When Mr. Slaight took me around, he looked at me and said， "What do you want?" He sounded furious but curious. "All I want is a chance to audition. I just want you to know my face. That's all I'm asking."

I didn't know whether I'd ever hear from him again, but two weeks later, his secretary called, "Mr. Slaight wants to know if you'd like to come and audition for a new school life show." I immediately answered，"Sure!"

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When I arrived at the station, I went direct into the audition and began my short performance.

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Finally came the day of my first public appearance on live TV with my parents at home watching.

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In 1812, the year Charles Dickens was born, there were 66 novels (publish) in Britain. People had been writing novels for a century—most experts date the first novel to Robinson Crusoe in 1719—but nobody wanted (do) it professionally. Many works of fiction appeared the names of the authors, often with something like "By a lady." Novels, for the most part, (look) upon as silly, immoral or just plain bad.

In 1870, when Dickens died, the world mourned him as (it) first professional writer and publisher, famous and beloved, had led an explosion in both the publication of novels and their readership. Today Dickens' greatness is unchallenged. (remove) him from the pantheon (名人堂) of English literature would make about as much sense as the Louvre selling off the Mona Lisa.

How did Dickens get to the top? It's partly true that Dickens' style of writing (attract) audiences from all walks of life. It's party that his writings rode a wave of social, political and (science) progress. But it's also that he rewrote the culture of literature and put himself at the center. No one will ever know what mix of talent, ambition, energy and luck made Dickens such distinguished writer.

Another group of migrators does not quite fit either model, and researchers have only recently started to figure out how they find their way. Take the Cory's shearwater, an oceangoing sea bird that migrates over the Atlantic every year. The young do not migrate with their parents, so culture cannot explain their journeys. And the exact paths vary wildly from individual to individual, making genetics equally unlikely.

Cory's shearwaters are long-lived, rarely producing young successfully before age nine. This leaves an opening for learning and practice to develop their migration patterns. Researchers call this the "exploration-refinement", and until now it has been hypothetical (假设的) because of difficulties in tracking migratory animals' movements.

But a team of researchers has done that by attaching small geolocators to more than 150 of the birds aged four to nine. They found that younger birds traveled longer distances, for longer periods, and had more diverse paths than older birds. "We finally have evidence of the ‘exploration-refinement' for migratory birds," says Letizia Campioni, who led the study. Younger Cory's shearwaters are able to fly just as fast as the adults— but they do not, suggesting that the young do more exploring, which gradually fades as they mature and settle into a preferred course.

Although it may seem less efficient than other strategies, "exploration refinement could be beneficial to birds and other organisms (生物) in a rapidly changing world due to unpredictable man-made changes," says Barbara Frei. "It might be safer to repeat a behavior that was recently successful than to rely on patterns that were perfected long ago but might no longer be safe."