德國馬克斯普朗克研究所的研究揭示了大象鼻尖鬍鬚不為人知的敏感觸覺能力。這些鬍鬚如同觸覺器官，能讓大象精確拾取脆弱物體，彌補視力不足，對其覓食、導航及社交至關重要。研究結果亦對機器人學和神經科學領域提供新 insights。

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～線上英語課程諮詢～

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Zoologists in Germany discovered a new sensory ability in elephants. The whiskers at the tip of their trunks are very sensitive and help elephants pick up delicate objects. This sensitivity makes up for their poor eyesight and is important for finding food, navigating, and social communication.
中文： 德國動物學家發現大象具有一種新的感官能力。牠們鼻子尖端的鬍鬚非常敏感，能幫助大象拾取細小而脆弱的物體。這種敏感性彌補了大象視力不佳的缺點，並且對尋找食物、導航和社交交流非常重要。

Scientists from the Max Planck Institute said each whisker acts like a tactile organ. Elephants can even pick up something as fragile as a potato chip without breaking it. The research may help improve robotics and neuroscience.
中文： 馬克斯普朗克智能系統研究所的科學家指出，每根鬍鬚都像是一個觸覺器官。大象甚至能夠拾起像洋芋片這樣脆弱的物品而不弄碎。這項研究可能有助於提升機器人技術與神經科學。

Dr. Lena Kaufmann said the findings help us understand tactile perception and neuronal computation — how the brain processes information to think, feel, and act.
中文： 研究員 Lena Kaufmann 博士表示，這些發現有助於我們理解觸覺感知與「神經元運算」——也就是大腦如何處理資訊來思考、感受與行動。

🎯 Vocabulary Focus
whisker = 鬍鬚
dexterous = 靈巧的
tactile = 觸覺的
neuroscience = 神經科學
neuronal computation = 神經元運算

💡 Practice Prompt
Make your own sentence using one of today’s words:
dexterous (靈巧的)
tactile (觸覺的)
neuroscience (神經科學)

大象的鬍鬚賦予牠們第六感

大象

神經

研究所

神經元

科學

中文

機器人

第一次約會後的訊息發送時間點是許多人關心的問題。德國一項研究指出，約會後的隔天早上傳訊息，能有效表達興趣並增加第二次約會的機會。

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國際

First dates can be exciting, but many people wonder when to send a message afterward. A study from Leuphana University in Germany asked 500 people about this. The results showed the best time to text is the next morning. Sending a message then shows interest and increases the chance of a second date.
中文： 第一次約會可能令人興奮，但許多人會想知道之後何時傳訊息最好。德國呂納堡大學的一項研究調查了 500 人。結果顯示，最佳的傳訊息時間是 隔天早上。這樣能表達你的興趣，並增加再次約會的機會。

Participants imagined a pleasant dinner date and rated how happy they felt when receiving a text. Most preferred a message the morning after, rather than two days later. Researchers concluded that quick follow‑up makes people more willing to continue the relationship. Psychology Today agreed, saying: “A next‑morning text shows you’re interested and had a good time.”
中文： 參與者想像自己在一家不錯的餐廳享受晚餐約會，並評估在收到訊息時的感受。大多數人更喜歡隔天早上的訊息，而不是兩天後才收到。研究人員得出結論：快速的後續聯繫能讓人更願意繼續這段關係。《今日心理學》也同意，並寫道：「隔天早上的訊息顯示你有興趣，並且度過了愉快的時光。」

隔天早上的訊息最適合第一次約會

約會

研究人員

第一次約會後多久傳訊息最剛好？研究曝最佳時機

「伊朗國營媒體報導，最高領袖哈梅內伊在美以聯合空襲中身亡。政府宣布哀悼四十天，並稱他的死亡為殉道。現年八十六歲的哈梅內伊統治伊朗超過三十年，深刻影響了該國的政治與外交。


政治與評論

「伊朗國營媒體報導，最高領袖哈梅內伊在美以聯合空襲中身亡。政府宣布哀悼四十天，並稱他的死亡為殉道。現年八十六歲的哈梅內伊統治伊朗超過三十年，深刻影響了該國的政治與外交。

美國前總統川普在 Truth Social 上發文，稱哈梅內伊是歷史上最邪惡的人之一。他表示美國情報部門直接參與了追蹤與鎖定這位領袖，並警告轟炸將持續，直到中東和平實現。

這一消息震撼了伊朗的領導層。分析人士指出，失去這位長期執政者可能使政權陷入不穩，加速內部分裂。國際觀察家正密切關注伊朗「專家會議」如何處理繼任問題，以及權力真空是否會引發更大的衝突或改革。」

Iranian state media reported that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint U.S.–Israeli strike. The government declared 40 days of mourning, calling his death a martyrdom. Khamenei, 86, had ruled Iran for more than three decades, shaping its politics and foreign policy.

Former President Trump celebrated the killing in a Truth Social post, describing Khamenei as one of the most evil figures in history. He claimed U.S. intelligence played a direct role in tracking and targeting the ayatollah, and warned that bombing would continue until peace was achieved in the Middle East.

The news has shaken Iran’s leadership. Analysts say the loss of such a long‑serving ruler could destabilize the regime and accelerate internal divisions. International observers are watching closely to see how Iran’s Assembly of Experts will handle succession, and whether the power vacuum will lead to greater conflict or reform.

時代終結：伊朗最高領袖哈梅內伊逝世，享年 86 歲 End of an Era: Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei Dies at 86 #iran #khamenei

領袖

伊朗

Trump

美國前總統

時代終結：伊朗最高領袖哈梅內伊逝世，享年 86 歲

這篇文章介紹中國科學家研發的一種新型陶瓷粉末，專用於居家牙齒美白。此粉末結合了牙齒美白、琺瑯質修復和口腔健康平衡的功能，利用電動牙刷的震動產生電場，進而生成活性氧物種，有效分解茶漬、咖啡漬等染色分子，實驗結果顯示顯著美白效果。

White teeth are admired in many countries. Movies, advertising, and social media have made very white teeth something people strongly desire. For many years, people used peroxide-based chemicals to whiten their teeth. However, these chemicals can harm teeth and gums. Researchers in China have now developed a new ceramic powder for whitening teeth. According to researcher Min Xing, it is “a safe, at-home strategy that combines whitening, enamel repair, and oral health balance.” The powder works with an electric toothbrush. The vibrations create a small electric field, which produces “reactive oxygen species.” These break down the molecules that cause stains. In laboratory tests, teeth stained by tea and coffee became whiter. After four hours of brushing, there was visible improvement. After twelve hours, the teeth were 50% whiter compared to those cleaned with salt water. The researchers plan to add this powder to toothpaste in the future.

白牙在許多國家都受到讚賞。電影、廣告和社交媒體讓非常白的牙齒成為人們強烈渴望的事物。多年來，人們使用過氧化物化學品來美白牙齒。然而，這些化學品可能會傷害牙齒和牙齦。
中國的研究人員現在已經研發出一種新的陶瓷粉末，用於牙齒美白。研究員邢敏表示，這是一種「安全的居家美白策略，結合了美白、琺瑯質修復以及口腔微生態平衡，以促進長期的口腔健康」。
這種粉末需要搭配電動牙刷使用。牙刷的震動會在牙齒表面產生微小的電場，進而生成「活性氧物種」。這些化合物能分解造成牙齒染色的分子。
在實驗室測試中，被茶和咖啡人工染色的牙齒變得更白。刷牙四小時後，牙齒已有明顯改善。刷牙十二小時後，牙齒比用鹽水刷的白了 50%。
研究人員表示，他們的下一步是將這種粉末加入牙膏配方中。

研究人員研發創新牙齒美白粉末 Develop Innovative Teeth Whitening

牙齒

粉末

研發

牙刷

2026 會是個好年？

贊助珍奶

馬年祝福語

Easy icebreakers → 簡單的破冰
1. 喜歡的食物 / 餐廳 
Favorite food / restaurant

2. 最近看過的電影或影集
Recently watched movie or TV show

旅行美食

英語對話 English Conversation 

1. 喜歡的食物 / 餐廳 
Favorite food / restaurant
English: 
A: What kind of food do you usually enjoy?
B: I really love Japanese food, especially sushi. 
A: Oh, me too! Do you have a favorite restaurant? 
B: Yes, there’s a small sushi bar near my office. The chef knows me, so he sometimes prepares something special. 
A: That sounds amazing. I usually go for ramen when I want comfort food. 
B: Ramen is great! Maybe we could try a new Japanese place together sometime.

中文： 
A：你平常喜歡吃什麼食物？ 
B：我非常喜歡日本料理，尤其是壽司。 
A：哦，我也是！你有最喜歡的餐廳嗎？ 
B：有的，在我辦公室附近有一家小壽司店。師傅認識我，有時候會特別準備一些料理。 
A：聽起來很棒。我通常想吃安慰食物時會選擇拉麵。
B：拉麵也很好！或許我們可以一起去試試新的日本餐廳。

2. 最近看過的電影或影集
Recently watched movie or TV show
English: 
A: Have you watched any good movies or shows recently? 
B: Yes, I just watched Dune Part Two. The visuals were incredible. 
A: I’ve heard a lot about it. What did you like most? 
B: The story was powerful, and the soundtrack really added to the atmosphere. 
A: Sounds impressive. I’ve been watching The Crown lately. It’s more historical, but I enjoy the drama. 
B: That’s interesting. I like shows that mix history with storytelling. Maybe you can recommend me an episode to start with.

中文： 
A：你最近有看過什麼好電影或影集嗎？ 
B：有，我剛看了《沙丘2》。畫面非常震撼。 
A：我聽說很多人都在討論。你最喜歡哪一部分？ 
B：故事很有力量，配樂也讓氣氛更到位。 
A：聽起來很厲害。我最近在看《王冠》，比較偏歷史，但我很喜歡劇情。 
B：有趣，我也喜歡結合歷史和故事的影集。或許你可以推薦我一集開始看。

Easy icebreakers → 簡單的破冰

影集

食物

me too

日本料理

餐廳

慶祝 2025 的成長與好運 我們機構於 1 月 30 日舉辦了 2025 年年度派對。我首先宣布了與去年相比業績成長 7%，並鼓勵同仁在新的一年繼續努力，追求更大的成功。之後，我們一起欣賞音樂並進行抽獎。令人驚喜的是，我今年竟然中了兩次！我真心相信 2025 年將會是充滿好運的一年。

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音樂藝文

創作

辦公室英文 Office Conversation

Celebrating Growth and Good Fortune in 2025 Our institution held its 2025 annual party on January 30. I began by announcing a 7% sales growth compared to last year and encouraged our staff to continue working hard for even greater success in the year ahead. Afterwards, we enjoyed music together and held a lucky draw. To my surprise, I won twice this year! I truly believe 2025 will be a year filled with good fortune.

中文： 慶祝 2025 的成長與好運 我們機構於 1 月 30 日舉辦了 2025 年年度派對。我首先宣布了與去年相比業績成長 7%，並鼓勵同仁在新的一年繼續努力，追求更大的成功。之後，我們一起欣賞音樂並進行抽獎。令人驚喜的是，我今年竟然中了兩次！我真心相信 2025 年將會是充滿好運的一年。

慶祝 2025 的成長與好運 Celebrating Growth and Good Fortune in 2025

好運

成長

年度

派對

業績

抽獎

慶祝 2025 的成長與好運 Celebrating Growth and Good Fortune in 2025  

中國軍方領導層正面臨危機，因為兩位高階將領 張又俠 和 劉振立 被撤職。75 歲的張又俠是 中央軍委 副主席，這是掌控軍隊的強大中共機構。

English: China’s military leadership is facing a crisis after the removal of two top generals, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli. Zhang, 75, was vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), the powerful Communist Party body that controls the armed forces.

The CMC, usually made up of seven members, now has only Xi Jinping and Gen Zhang Shengmin left. Analysts say this is unprecedented and leaves the PLA (People’s Liberation Army) with a major leadership void.
Rumors about the purge range from corruption to leaking nuclear secrets, plotting a coup, and even reports of a gunfight in Beijing. Officially, Zhang and Liu are accused of “serious violations of discipline and law,” a phrase often used to mean corruption.

Experts say the purge shows Xi’s dominance but also highlights the lack of reliable information in Beijing, which fuels speculation. The PLA Daily emphasized the Communist Party’s “zero tolerance” for corruption, no matter how high the position.

中文： 中國軍方領導層正面臨危機，因為兩位高階將領 張又俠 和 劉振立 被撤職。75 歲的張又俠是 中央軍委 副主席，這是掌控軍隊的強大中共機構。

通常由七人組成的中央軍委，如今只剩下 習近平 和 張勝民。分析人士指出，這是前所未有的情況，使 解放軍 出現重大領導真空。

關於這次清洗的傳言包括貪腐、洩漏核機密、策劃政變，甚至有北京槍戰的說法。官方則指控張、劉「嚴重違紀違法」，這通常是「貪腐」的委婉說法。
專家認為，這次清洗顯示習近平的主導地位，但也凸顯北京資訊不足，助長了各種猜測。《解放軍報》強調中共對貪腐「零容忍」，不論職位多高。

📚 Vocabulary | 單字
purge = removal of officials → 清洗 / 撤職
void = empty space, lack of leadership → 真空 / 缺口
discipline and law = rules and legal standards → 紀律與法律
rumor = unverified information → 傳言
coup = attempt to overthrow a government → 政變
zero tolerance = strict punishment without exceptions → 零容忍

🗣️ Useful Expressions | 常用表達
“The PLA is in disarray.” → 解放軍陷入混亂。
“There is a major leadership void.” → 出現重大領導真空。
“Serious violations of discipline and law.” → 嚴重違紀違法。
“Rumors are fueling speculation.” → 傳言助長了猜測。

📝 Practice Questions | 練習問題
Who were the two generals removed from the PLA? 哪兩位將領被撤職？
How many members are left in the CMC? 中央軍委現在剩幾位成員？
What official reason was given for the purge? 官方給出的撤職理由是什麼？
What kinds of rumors are circulating? 有哪些傳言在流傳？
What does the PLA Daily say about corruption? 《解放軍報》對貪腐有何表態？

中國人民解放軍的領導危機 Leadership Crisis in China’s PLA

中央軍委

中國人民解放軍

張又俠

解放軍報

撤職

危機

貪腐

零容忍

將領

副主席

健康網站常談到 超級食物——富含營養、對健康特別有益的食物。最新被研究的超級食物是 竹筍。

English: Health websites often talk about superfoods—foods rich in nutrients that are especially good for our health. The latest superfood being studied is bamboo shoots.
Scientists at Anglia Ruskin University reviewed many studies and found that bamboo shoots may benefit our well-being. They are low in calories and high in fibre, which helps with digestion and weight control. Bamboo also contains iron, magnesium, and potassium, which are important for blood sugar, blood pressure, and muscle function. However, raw bamboo shoots contain toxins and must be cooked before eating.
Professor Lee Smith said: “Our review shows bamboo’s clear promise as a possible superfood. Bamboo is already eaten in Asia and could be a healthy, sustainable addition to diets worldwide, but it must be prepared correctly.”
Bamboo is the world’s tallest grass, able to grow up to 90 cm a day. There are about 1,400 species worldwide. Bamboo shoots are harvested when they first emerge from the ground, while still soft. The hard stalks are not eaten—those are popular with pandas.

中文： 健康網站常談到 超級食物——富含營養、對健康特別有益的食物。最新被研究的超級食物是 竹筍。
英國安格利亞魯斯金大學的科學家回顧多項研究，發現竹筍可能有益健康。它們 低熱量、高纖維，有助消化與體重控制。竹筍還含有 鐵、鎂、鉀，對血糖、血壓和肌肉功能很重要。但生竹筍含有毒素，必須煮熟才能食用。
李史密斯教授說：「我們的研究顯示竹筍有成為超級食物的明顯潛力。竹筍在亞洲已普遍食用，未來可能成為全球健康、永續的飲食選擇，但必須正確處理。」
竹子是世界上最高的草，每天可生長 90 公分。全球約有 1,400 種竹子。竹筍在剛冒出地面時採收，因為此時柔軟可食。堅硬的竹竿不可食用——但卻是熊貓的最愛。

📚 Vocabulary | 單字
superfood = food rich in nutrients → 超級食物
fibre = plant material that helps digestion → 纖維
nutrients = substances needed for health → 營養素
toxin = poison → 毒素
sustainable = able to continue without harm → 永續的
harvest = to collect crops → 收割 / 採收

🗣️ Useful Expressions | 常用表達
“Bamboo shoots are low in calories and high in fibre.” → 竹筍低熱量、高纖維。
“They contain iron, magnesium, and potassium.” → 它們含有鐵、鎂和鉀。
“Raw bamboo shoots must be cooked before eating.” → 生竹筍必須煮熟才能食用。
“Bamboo could be a sustainable addition to diets worldwide.” → 竹筍可能成為全球永續飲食的一部分。
📝 Practice Questions | 練習問題
What makes bamboo shoots a possible superfood? 竹筍為什麼可能是超級食物？
Which nutrients are found in bamboo? 竹筍含有哪些營養素？
Why must bamboo shoots be cooked? 為什麼竹筍必須煮熟？
How fast can bamboo grow in one day? 竹子一天能長多快？
Who enjoys eating bamboo stalks? 誰喜歡吃竹竿？

竹筍作為超級食物 Bamboo Shoots as a Superfood

營養

永續

母職、老化與壽命 Motherhood, Aging, and Lifespan


親子與教育

English: A new study from the University of Helsinki suggests that the number of children a woman has may influence her rate of ageing and lifespan. Researchers found that women with five or more children, or no children at all, aged faster than those with a small number of children.
Researcher Mikaela Hukkanen explained: “Organisms have limited resources. If much energy is used for reproduction, less is available for body repair, which may shorten lifespan.” She added that the shorter lifespans of women who never gave birth were “surprising.”
The study analysed historical health data from 14,836 women, including DNA and blood samples. Results suggested that having a smaller number of pregnancies could benefit health, such as lowering the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. However, the physical demands of multiple childbirths may cancel out these benefits.
Another factor is social support: mothers may live longer because of assistance provided by the state for raising children.

中文： 芬蘭赫爾辛基大學的一項新研究指出，女性的生育子女數量可能影響她的 老化速度 和 壽命。研究發現，生育五個以上子女 或 完全沒有子女 的女性，比生育少量子女的女性老化更快。
研究員 Mikaela Hukkanen 解釋：「生物體的資源有限。如果大量能量用於生殖，身體修復的資源就會減少，可能縮短壽命。」她補充說，未曾生育女性壽命較短的結果「令人驚訝」。
研究分析了 14,836 名女性 的歷史健康數據，包括 DNA 和血液樣本。結果顯示，少量懷孕可能有助於健康，例如降低 乳癌與卵巢癌 的風險。然而，多次生育的身體負擔可能抵消這些好處。
另一個因素是 社會支持：母親可能因為國家提供的育兒協助而延長壽命。

📚 Vocabulary | 單字
ageing = the process of getting older → 老化
lifespan = the length of life → 壽命
resources = time, energy, or materials → 資源
reproduction = having children → 生殖
DNA = genetic material → DNA
blood sample = a small amount of blood for testing → 血液樣本
social support = help from society or government → 社會支持
🗣️ Useful Expressions | 常用表達
“The number of children may affect ageing.” → 子女數量可能影響老化。
“Organisms have limited resources.” → 生物體的資源有限。
“Having fewer pregnancies may benefit health.” → 少量懷孕可能有益健康。
“Social support can increase longevity.” → 社會支持能延長壽命。

📝 Practice Questions | 練習問題
What did the study suggest about children and ageing? 研究指出子女數量與老化有何關聯？
Which women aged faster according to the study? 哪些女性老化速度較快？
How many women’s health data were analysed? 研究分析了多少名女性的健康數據？
What health benefits may fewer pregnancies bring? 少量懷孕可能帶來哪些健康好處？
Why might mothers live longer? 為什麼母親可能壽命更長？