1、What a Firefighters Job Is LikeThe damage that a fire can cause is obvious and this is why the firefighters jobs are so important. Firefighters are usually the first ones responding to any type of emergency and perform many tasks, which include putting out burning buildings, helping out with medical
2、 emergencies, vehicle accidents and many other incidents. They must make sure their equipment is clean and all the items they use are in proper working order. Keeping their skills up to date is necessary. Therefore, they will be continually trained with new equipment and techniques. Because of the e
3、xtreme conditions and also the stress associated with the emergency situations that arise, the firefighters definitely need to stay in shape for the work they must do. They will stay in the fire station while on duty. Unless the need to work on the trunks or respond to a call, they can eat, sleep, s
4、hower and watch TV at the fire station, just like at home.(160 words)AliensFor a long time, aliens have often been in the news. They have always been surrounded by mystery and interest of people all around the world. People have claimed to have been abducted by aliens. Some have claimed to have actu
5、ally seen them. But is there a sound proof that can prove aliens to be real Alien sightings have mostly been accompanied by sightings of lights in the night sky. Some of them have also believed that the lights came from the spaceships used by the aliens. Disk-like objects traveling across the sky ha
6、ve often been taken as aliens vehicles. At times, people have found blood or hair at the locations where aliens were sighted. Researchers say alien sightings could have probably been a result of human imagination accompanied by fear, and some of these sightings might have been a result of certain as
7、tronomical phenomena.(145 words)Computer EyeglassesAs computers become a more and more vital part of todays lifestyle and practices, new medical conditions are developing as a result of their usage. The most common to date is computer vision problems, which include eye pain, tired and burning eyes,
8、watering or dy eyes, eye strain. One would never imagine that such a useful and innovative tool could cause so much physical discomfort! As a result of these, science professionals seized the opportunity to create computer eyeglasses to ease these common conditions and make computer usage less painf
9、ul and more comfortable. The computer vision problems affect adults as well as children. Although children normally have different requirements for near and distance vision glasses, computer eyeglasses can be used universally for both groups. Please note that near the distance vision glasses should
10、not be used as replacements for computer glasses. They do not serve the same purpose, and in some cases will cause more harm than good.(158 words)Labor DayInternational Labor Day, also known as International Workers Day, is scheduled for May 1st of each year. It is a holiday in celebration of the ei
11、ght-hour workday. It evolved from efforts of the labor union movement to celebrated as a national holiday across many countries around the world. The idea for a workers holiday began in Australia in 1856 but was celebrated on May 1st in 1886 in Chicago. In China, Labor Day was extended to three days
12、 during the 1990s. The Chinese government made it a seven-day holiday by moving the prior and upcoming weekends together with these three days. This holiday allowed millions of Chinese people to travel or take other activities during this period. However, China has reduced the Golden Week holiday do
13、wn to one day in 2008, while at the same time receiving some traditional holidays such as Mid-Autumn Festival. (158 words)Negative Effects of TelevisionSpending too many hours watching television wastes the precious time that can rather be spent in fruitful and healthy activities like exercise or re
14、ading. It also uses up the time that you can rather spend with your family and friends. Chatting with your near ones, spending time with your close ones is a better way of spending time than watching TV. People watching television, especially children and youngsters, start identifying with what is s
15、hown on TV. They relate to television shows and films to such an extent that they get bored of living a normal and simple life. They are eager for fame and money; they long for living the lives of their favorite TV characters. This may lead to a high amount of dissatisfaction for the real world. As
16、real life is the contrast of the life shown on TV, such TV addicts become hungry for power, money and status. (151)Family Life in IndiaFamily life is equally varied in Indian states India is a country with many states in which people are from different cultures, and so on. The languages, clothing, c
17、ustoms, and traditions of people are influenced by the respective regions they live in. Most of the families in India are extended ones, in which every member has his or her own role, often influenced by age and gender. Children are cherished and considered as gifts from God. Children can look forwa
18、rd to continual family support throughout their lives. However, they are expected to respect their elders and parents, their wishes and family relationships. The family structure in India is typical, in which there are many wedding customs, which have to be strongly followed by people. Religion, soc
19、ial status, traditional practices, and regional differences influence family structures. Indians are more emotionally attached to the members of their family structures. Indians are more emotionally attached to the members of their family. Husbands and wives are not allowed to openly display their a
20、ffection for one another. (160 words)Societys Influence on EducationSociety plays an important role in education, and influences it both positively and negatively. Social inequalities and unhealthy educational practices are some of the negative influences of society on our lives. Customs and traditi
21、ons prevent certain sections of society from exercising their fundamental rights and get in the way of the well-being of society, shatter the basic ideas of education and social awareness. Some social groups deny womens right to education, while others force children to work, depriving them from a h
22、ealthy environment which is good to their growth and development. Education is one of the basic human right.If social norms come in the way of social welfare, it defeats the purpose of education. Society is an entity that cant be separated from us. It is we who make up the society. It is entirely in
23、 our hands whether to add value to our education or devalue it.(149)Choosing the Perfect Hair ColorColoring your hair is one way to express your individuality. Choosing the right hair color can be confusing whether you want to cover gray hair or give yourself a new fresh look. If you are clear about
24、 what you want exactly, it can help while choosing the hair color that is right for you. You can achieve the most flattering look, if you consider your akin make-up and eye color. Hair color that balances your complexion gives the best results. For covering gray hair, you can select a shade close to
25、 your natural hair color. Hair highlights are another way to improve your overall look. Highlights can look fascinating and make an attractive impression. They add depth and dimension to the base color or natural hair. Different hair colors suit different complexions. In order to choose a suitable h
26、air color, you need to identify the right combination. (148 words)Traditional Brazilian ClothingBrazil is known internationally for its stylish and sophisticated clothing. Brazilian clothes are comfortable, vivid, beautifully crafted and decorated with attractive laces. Traditional Brazilian clothin
27、g is influenced by a combination of different races and immigrants from all over the world. A true traditional Brazilian clothing can be seen in the countryside, where mens clothing includes shirt, jeans and dresses made from inexpensive cotton. In the south of Brazil, the cowboys wear a distinctive
28、 dress including loose-fitting trousers, while in the northeast region they wear coat, hat and leather trousers. In the urban areas of Brazil ,most people prefer modern clothing. Young men wear jeans and T-shirts. Short skirts and dresses are very popular among women. Brazilian jeans are very common
29、 and they come in a wide variety of styles and textures. Jeans made for women are tight-fitting and loose-fitting near the feet. Due to abundance of beautiful beaches, beachwear is a very popular clothing in Brazil. (156 words)Health Benefits of Red WineWe all know drinks containing alcohol are not
30、good for health, but when it comes to drinking red wine, it is the other way around. Recent studies have concluded that there are no negative effects on the body, if red wine is not consumed excessively. Certain compounds in red wine can play a very important role in protecting the heart. It is a he
31、at-healthy drink that can be enjoyed during evening meals. If you think that red wine is only good for the heart, then you are wrong. Studies have revealed that the substance found in the skin of red grapes, can restrict cancers development. However, the ideal consumption is not 7 to 8 glasses of re
32、d wine. Scientific studies on the potential benefits of red wine recommend that women should not have more than one drink per day; whereas men can have 2 drinks per day. The word “moderate” is the key to maximize health benefits of red wine.How to Gain Fluency in Another LanguageTo gain fluency in a
33、nother language, many people will tell you the only solution is to travel to a foreign country and immerse yourself completely. This advice may be greatly appealing for some people. But for the majority of people, this solution is both inconvenient and costly. Thankfully, the Internet has brought us
34、 new and exciting options for communicating in another language. To expand your vocabulary, try reading free articles and original books in another language. To begin with, reading may be a slow and frustrating process as you will have to stop to look up the meanings for many unfamiliar words. Befor
35、e you begin, find an online dictionary that will offer you quick translations. Hearing a language is the key to learn how to speak it. Popular music downloading sites offer free audio files that you can download and take with you wherever you go. And most importantly, one must actually practice spea
36、king the language.Holidays in the USLike other nations, the United States sets aside a number of days each year to commemorate events, people or public occasions. These holidays typically are marked by a general suspension of work and business activity, and by public or religious ceremonies. Technic
37、ally, the United States does not celebrate national holidays. However, Congress has designated 10 legal public holidays. During such public holidays, most federal institutions are closed and most federal employees are excused from work. Although the individual states and private businesses are not r
38、equired to observe these, in practice all states and nearly all employers observe the majority of them. Since 1971, a number of these holidays have been fixed on Mondays rather than on a particular calendar date so as to afford workers a long holiday weekend. Meanwhile, there are some US state holid
39、ays particular to individual US states.Harvard UniversityHarvard College was established in 1636. Harvard is Americas oldest institution of higher learning, founded 140 years before the Declaration of Independence was signed. The University has grown from nine students with a single master to an enr
40、ollment of more than 18000 degree candidates, including undergraduates and students in 10 principal academic units. An additional 13000 students are enrolled in one or more courses in the Harvard Extension School. Over 14000 people work in one or more courses in the Harvard Extension School. Over 14
41、000 people work at Harvard, including more than 2000 faculty. There are also 7000 faculty appointments in affiliated teaching hospitals. Our mission, to advance new ideas and promote enduring knowledge, has kept the University young. We strive to create an academic environment in which outstanding s
42、tudents and scholars from around the world are continually challenged and inspired to do their best possible work. It is Harvards collective efforts that make this university such a vibrant place to live, to learn, to work, and to explore.Organic CoffeeToday many agricultural products are grown usin
43、g organic methods and coffee is no exception. Organic products have a very minimal effect on the environment because there is no use of pesticides and fertilizers. All organic produces are certified to ensure that their products are grown in such a way. Organic coffee is multimillion dollar industry
44、 and each year the sales of this coffee are increasing. Exports of organic coffee are up in most of Europe and North America. Organic coffee is usually grown in many countries such as Africa, Asia and South America. All over the world people have become organic coffee drinkers, but Americans consume
45、 the majority of it. All organic coffee products in the USA are certified for quality. The organic coffee is produced in a very specific way and all operators are at random inspected to ensure that they meet US Department of Agriculture standards.White PollutionWhite pollution refers to plastic poll
46、ution. It is a new member of pollution family, but it grows fast. Unrecyclable plastic lunch boxes line along railroads. Plastic shopping bags dance in the wind. When leaders are busy mapping out blueprints for the future, one color “WHITE” from white pollution becomes their headache. Everything in
47、the life circle deserves its place on earth. If we continue using plastic lunch boxes, shopping bags and other unrecyclable plastic products, what would happen One day they might bury us in an ocean of white rubbish. Then the earth, our common home, would be a dustbin. To prevent this nightmare from
48、 coming true, governments need to work closely with each other and back up their verbal commitment by actions. However, it is not enough only to ask what governments can do to get rid of white pollution. We must ask ourselves what we as individuals can do to color the earth green instead of white.En
49、vironmentally Friendly CarsEnvironmentally friendly cars are supposed to be the vehicles of future generations. Nevertheless, such cars exist now and are becoming more popular in the modern car market than traditional vehicles which work on fossil fuels. The advantages of such cars are not only in their lower harmfulness for the environment and peoples health but also in the lower fuel costs. However, their production is rather expensive, so it is still a controversial point bother for the customers and the automobile manufacturers. Although they are more expensive to buy, they p
