2019 Academy Award for Best Picture Nominations(提名)
Black Panther
Type: Adventure
Running Time: 134 min.
Release Date: February 16, 2018(United States)
Current rank: ★★★★
Director: Ryan Coogler
Actors: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan
With his father having died in Captain America: Civil War, T'Challa is the new ruler of the advanced kingdom of Wakanda. As the king, whenever a challenger for the crown announces his intentions, he must give up his powers and take them on in a physical challenge.
The Favourite
Type: Drama
Running Time: 120 min.
Release Date: November 23, 2018(United States)
Current rank: ★★★
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos
Actors: Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz
In the early 18th century, with Britain and France at war, a fragile Queen Anne occupies the throne as her close friend Lady Sarah Churchill governs the country in her stead, while tending to Anne's ill health and changeable temper.
Green Book
Type: Drama
Running Time: 130 min.
Release Date: November 16, 2018(United States)
Current rank: ★★★★★
Director: Peter Farrelly
Actors: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali
Tony Lip, an uneducated Italian-American who's known for using his fists to get his way, is hired to drive world-class, famous pianist Don Shirley on a concert tour from Midwest to the Deep South. They must rely on "The Negro Motorist Green Book" to guide them to the few settlements that were then safe for blacks.
A Star Is Born
Type: Musical
Runing Time: 135 min.
Release Date: October 5, 2018(United States)
Current rank: ★★★★
Director: Bradley Cooper
Actors: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga
When country music star Jackson Maine stops at a bar for a drink after a concert, he's both entertained and attracted by young nightclub singer Ally. He discovers that she writes songs as well as being a talented singer, but hasn't had a break because of her look.
The first time I used the TV to distract my daughter, I felt like a bad parent; I convinced myself I was a "bad" mom—these days I believe the opposite to be true. Screen time makes me a better mom.
Now I know what most of you might be thinking: That's ridiculous. Only crappy(糟糕的)parents rely on the screen to care for their kids. Then again, experts suggest parents limit media use. And while I do not doubt experts, there are things they fail to consider.
Like most 6-year-olds, my daughter gets worked up and excited easily and watching a cartoon gives her a chance to shut off her mind. And there are other reasons— more selfish reasons. I am a work-from-work mom, and giving her screen time gives me "me" time. I'm able to write while she watches TV. And while this may sound bad, I believe I am helping my daughter realize she should rely on herself. When Mommy works, she gets her own snacks, drinks and toys.
There are other benefits, too. TV has also taught my daughter. Thanks to "super Why", she knew her alphabet at 2, and thanks to "Sesame Street", she was able to count to 20 by age 3. And I use the screen as a great incentive. My daughter earns "tablet time" when she completes tasks, e. g. , making her bed earns 15minutes while doing her homework gets her 30.
Of course, I have a few rules. During meals, the TV is off; all programs must be supervised; on weekdays, she is limited to two hours maximum. So remember: It doesn't matter what our kids watch; it matters what they do, what they say, what they feel and how they act, and only you know what is best for them.
China's historic 23-day Chang'e 5 mission has not only obtained precious rock and soil samples from the moon, but has also brought back a group of seeds that traveled the furthest in the nation's agricultural and forestry histories. More than 30 kinds of seeds including that of rice, oats etc. , were placed inside the multi-module Chang'e 5 spacecraft and orbited around the moon for about 15 days.
Scientists wished to check what would happen to the seeds after being exposed to extraterrestrial (地外的)forces in lunar orbit and also hoped that they could develop beneficial mutations (突变). This mission offered good opportunities to scientists, which enabled them to deepen their studies on the effect of cosmic rays on the growth and evolution of life on Earth.
Space-based mutation breeding refers to the process of exposing seeds to forces such as microgravity, vacuums and cosmic(宇宙的) radiation during a spaceflight and then sending them back to Earth for further observation and planting. Researchers observe and examine several generations of plants grown from space-bred seeds and investigate their mutations—some are positive and desirable while others are negative. Those with positive mutations will be kept and analyzed, and will be introduced to farmers after their certification and approval.
Space breeding can generate mutations faster and more conveniently than ground-based experiments and can bring about some desirable traits that are otherwise hard to introduce. Compared with natural or conventionally bred types of plants, space-developed versions with positive mutations usually feature higher nutritional content, greater annual yields, shorter growth periods and better resistance to diseases and insect pests.
China conducted its first space breeding experiment in 1987, using a satellite to carry seeds into space. Since then, hundreds of kinds of seeds and seedlings have traveled with dozens of Chinese spaceships. Space breeding has helped to produce more than 200 new types of mutated plants in China that have been approved for large-scale cultivation, ranging from grains to vegetables and fruits. The Chang'e 5 robotic mission returned 1. 731 grams of lunar rock and soil to Earth, marking a historic accomplishment 44 years after the last lunar substances were taken back.
Have you ever been on social media and seen your favorite celebrity talking about a product? These promotions might not be totally random, and are actually seen as a vital part of the marketing process. The question is: How do social media influencers "influence" what you buy?
Human desire for status and making friends, combined with our need to belong to a group, makes us receptive to being "socially influenced" Companies often use that desire to have a similar lifestyle to a celebrity we admire to hawk or launch a product. So, what do these promotions actually do?
Firstly, they can be used to build brand awareness. A social media influencer should have a strong understanding of the platform they operate on, and therefore can create engaging content that not only sticks to the brand image, but sparks their followers' interests in a product they might never have seen before.
Secondly, influencers can improve a company or product's relationship with their customer base. According to In Moment's 2018 US Retail CX Trends Report on customer loyalty, 77% of buyers have been brand loyal for more than ten years. This is also true of 60% of millennials. A popular celebrity can target key demographics (顾客族群) and talk or blog about a product, which can create an instant and lasting bond with the consumer.
Lastly, influencers can improve customer buying habits with seemingly "unbiased opinions". We are more likely to respond to "peer recommendation" than traditional ads, meaning the fact that we see an influencer as a ‘friend' can make us less likely to be doubtful about what we are seeing.
So, the next time you see a celebrity talking about a product, you might want to consider that this could be a carefully crafted marketing strategy designed to target your core needs. If you find yourself examining a product you've seen on social media, you may well have been influenced.
When I decided to leave my home country to pursue a degree in Canada, I hadn't expected that communication would be an issue. I took English lessons in my teens and scored well on English tests.
But soon after my arrival in Canada, I realized how wrong I was. In research discussions, surrounded by native English speakers, I had to be careful. I needed to consciously follow each conversation and translate it to my native language. Finally, I tried to find the right English words to communicate that response. Constantly thinking about what I would say next, I had a hard time remaining focused in conversations.
But when I again failed to say exactly what I meant in a meeting a few months later, a simple idea occurred to me. Communicating with my colleagues by e-mail, I had more time to think and comfortably express my thoughts. Over time, this practice helped improve my English significantly.
I decided to remind them that English is not my first language. I asked them to speak more slowly to help me follow the discussions. It was a little awkward to draw attention to what might be seen as a weakness. And at first, the other members of the research team seemed slightly surprised. But the dynamics(动力) quickly improved. They seemed to become more aware of how they were speaking, and I felt more comfortable joining in the conversation.
A. Plus, I learned to be open with my colleagues.
B. Why not contribute to the discussion in writing?
C. I had thought I could express myself in English easily.
D. Gradually I grew uncomfortable with oral communication.
E. Then, I had to reflect carefully on it and think of a response.
F. With efforts on both sides, we could overcome language barriers.
G. How can one deny the significance of effective communication?
"Mom, we have discussed this. You may not post anything without my consent(同意). "These words, posted on Instagram by a 14-year-old child Apple Martin in 1 to an image of her shared by her mom, Gwyneth Paltrow, have sparked again the2over whether it is ever OK to put pictures of your children online.
Apple's words could become a common 3 as the current generation of children grows up. Many of them will have had4footprints before they could even walk. About 98 percent of mothers and 89 percent of fathers report having5 photos of their child to Facebook, according to a 2012 US study.
Concerns mainly6two issues. First, 7. According to Australia's eSafety Commission, about half of images shared on nasty sites were taken from social media sites. The 8is simple. Don't post photos of your child in a state of undress, and avoid images in which their school uniform or location is9, says UK children's charity, the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC). Avoid posting personal information to 10risk of identity theft, and ensure that your privacy settings are 11. You might also consider using a pet name for your child online, making it 12 to link information to them.
A second issue, as Apple notes, is that of consent. What would your child want to see about themselves online in the future？Videos of them mid-temper tantrum (发脾气) may be 13 now but could be used by bullies. Given that employers often use social networking sites to 14applicants, it is also worth considering how they might 15 such information.
Even seemingly innocuous（无伤大雅的）photos may become a source of 16in the future, depending on your child's 17 or your changing relationship with them.
Of course, certain photos are likely to be more 18than others: an embarrassing birthmark; that time your toddler smeared faeces (排泄物) all over the floor. Many parents value the 19 that online sharing of parental struggles can bring. But our children may not_20 us for it.
When I went to my senior high school, I had to live in the dormitory because it was so far away from my home. When it comes my dormitory life, I have many unforgettable memories.
At first, we created a few "masterpieces" in the first year. Eight of us shared a room and none of us was (will) to clean the floor, so the floor changed from bright white into dark gray. And so often were we invited to the teacher's office all of us gained a notorious reputation. Worse still, our dormitory turned into heaven for the living creatures such as rats. Hence, we had more trouble (deal) with the garbage piled up in the dormitory. In addition, everyone in the dormitory had his own opinion and personality, which led to some heated arguments.
, we really changed a lot during the second year. We learnt a lesson from the dormitory life that we had to take good care of (we) as well as the dormitory. In order to have a good sleep and commit ourselves to study, we learnt to get rid of our bad habits. We began to take (turn) to clean the floor and empty the garbage can. Most importantly, we did make some progress step by step. We learnt to show respect for and put up with each other and we all became good friends.
Finally, we were reluctant (say) goodbye to our lovely dormitory and our beloved roommates. We really enjoy the precious time we (spend) together.
It's a long time since we meet last time. I couldn't be happy to hear your intention to come to China for vacation, during which time you will be able to have a taste of our unique "Red Culture".
Actually, there exist some ideal spots in my hometown what suit your need. The city of Nanchong, situates in the northeast of Sichuan Province, which is well known to a continuous stream of travelers as its scenic view as well as historical significance. With breathtaking scenery or rich "Red Culture" resources, it is certainly my top choice. You can visit a couple of local museums, which will help you have good knowledge of the revolutionary history.
I am sure it will be a wonderful experience and I can't wait to exploring its charm with you.
