Name: Wendy Cheng (49712053)
Date: 11/28/2008
From: Newsweek
My Reactions:
According to Tina Peng in “The seven worst winter drinks,” she emphasized the importance of hot and sweet drinks for people in winter at the start. Moreover, she even described winter beverages as irresistible lure. Many people may really want to drink a cup of steaming as well as hot chocolate to warm them especially in chilly winter night. However, most of those popular drinks for winter contain much cream and sugar which have scary calorie counts. That is to say, most winter beverages are unhealthy to us. She introduced seven worst winter drinks in order to warn people of drinking too much.
I was curious about the title as soon as I saw it. Feeling surprised after reading the article, I have to drink less winter beverages from now on. Some delicious food or drink is bad to our health because ingredients in it are always artificial such as sweetener and pigment. Nevertheless, people still choose food and drink that is tasty to eat regardless of their health. Moreover, the article also provided the information of these worst seven winter drinks, which told us how bad the drinks were. The calories of the drinks are so much that will cause obesity or diabetes.
In my opinion, we should pay attention to the calories and ingredients of all food and drink. We can count calories before eating food. Hot water is better than all drinks for winter. We should drink water instead of beverages. After all, we should take care of our health. In conclusion, we should eat properly for the sake of making our body healthier. (267 words)
2008年11月27日 星期四
2008年11月20日 星期四
Reaction Article #7: China and Peru agree trade deal
Name: Wendy Cheng (49712053)
Date: 11/21/2008
From: BBC NEWS
My Reactions:
According to the news, “China and Peru agree trade deal,” Chinese president, Hu Jintao, paid a visit to Peru and the two countries decided a free-trade agreement concluding import and export goods such as raw materials. Moreover, China got lower tariffs on its export to the region. China is eager to strengthen its national status and influence on the world. Therefore, China tries to stay as well as expand good relationship with other countries. The deal can have mutual benefits to both countries. China and Peru are also two of the world’s fastest growing economies. Although some people oppose the deal because of disturbance in local industry, the governments of China and Peru believe that it can bring bright future to their countries.
As far as I am concerned, the situation between China and Peru is similar to China and Taiwan. There will always be two different opinions when two countries sign or agree trade deal. On one hand, people worry about many cheap imports which come from other countries will put local products out of the market. On the other hand, the trade can improve economy and industry of both countries. As a result, global economy will flourish again due to the effect on developing countries like China or Peru. I indeed support trade among countries; however, the government of countries has to make proper measures in order to protect local industry and people’s job.
Taiwan should take immediate steps to enhance economy. We should also think deeply about why China has made progress in such short time. Besides, maybe we can learn something from China and we can surpass it in the future. (275 words)
Date: 11/21/2008
From: BBC NEWS
My Reactions:
According to the news, “China and Peru agree trade deal,” Chinese president, Hu Jintao, paid a visit to Peru and the two countries decided a free-trade agreement concluding import and export goods such as raw materials. Moreover, China got lower tariffs on its export to the region. China is eager to strengthen its national status and influence on the world. Therefore, China tries to stay as well as expand good relationship with other countries. The deal can have mutual benefits to both countries. China and Peru are also two of the world’s fastest growing economies. Although some people oppose the deal because of disturbance in local industry, the governments of China and Peru believe that it can bring bright future to their countries.
As far as I am concerned, the situation between China and Peru is similar to China and Taiwan. There will always be two different opinions when two countries sign or agree trade deal. On one hand, people worry about many cheap imports which come from other countries will put local products out of the market. On the other hand, the trade can improve economy and industry of both countries. As a result, global economy will flourish again due to the effect on developing countries like China or Peru. I indeed support trade among countries; however, the government of countries has to make proper measures in order to protect local industry and people’s job.
Taiwan should take immediate steps to enhance economy. We should also think deeply about why China has made progress in such short time. Besides, maybe we can learn something from China and we can surpass it in the future. (275 words)
2008年11月6日 星期四
Reaction Article #6:China and Taiwan Expand Accords
Name: Wendy Cheng (49712053)
Date: 11/07/2008
From: The New York Times
My Reactions:
According to Edward Wong in “China and Taiwan Expand Accords,” China and Taiwan officials signed agreements which were about expanding charter flights, maritime shipping, direct mail service and cooperation on food safety issues. It will lead to a great impact on economy as well as relationship between Taiwan and China. Although there were some people such as DPP supporters strongly opposing the agreement, most people considered it as a turning point of economic recession in Taiwan lately. Chinese Communist Party official even sent Chen Yunlin, who is the head of the Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Strait, to visit Taiwan. It was a tremendous improvement in link between Taiwan and China since 1949.
In my opinion, it is a good phenomenon that is mutually beneficial to nationals of both countries. For example, traveling industry will increase income due to expanding charter flights. Moreover, different information and cultures can flow across each other. As a result, people will learn varied knowledge and enhance cultural quality through the expansion. The most important is that some Taiwan agricultural products which China doesn’t plant can export into China. Therefore, the situation that countryside fades can advance again; young farmers will go back to village.
Despite Taiwan has totally diverse opinion of politics, we can still think about pros and cons of the agreements. As long as people forgive more, the relationship between Taiwan and China will get better and better. (237 words)
Date: 11/07/2008
From: The New York Times
My Reactions:
According to Edward Wong in “China and Taiwan Expand Accords,” China and Taiwan officials signed agreements which were about expanding charter flights, maritime shipping, direct mail service and cooperation on food safety issues. It will lead to a great impact on economy as well as relationship between Taiwan and China. Although there were some people such as DPP supporters strongly opposing the agreement, most people considered it as a turning point of economic recession in Taiwan lately. Chinese Communist Party official even sent Chen Yunlin, who is the head of the Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Strait, to visit Taiwan. It was a tremendous improvement in link between Taiwan and China since 1949.
In my opinion, it is a good phenomenon that is mutually beneficial to nationals of both countries. For example, traveling industry will increase income due to expanding charter flights. Moreover, different information and cultures can flow across each other. As a result, people will learn varied knowledge and enhance cultural quality through the expansion. The most important is that some Taiwan agricultural products which China doesn’t plant can export into China. Therefore, the situation that countryside fades can advance again; young farmers will go back to village.
Despite Taiwan has totally diverse opinion of politics, we can still think about pros and cons of the agreements. As long as people forgive more, the relationship between Taiwan and China will get better and better. (237 words)
2008年10月30日 星期四
Reaction Article #5: Economy sounds warning for festivals
Name: Wendy Cheng (49712053)
Date: 10/31/2008
From: BBC NEWS
My Reactions:
According to Simon Atkinson in “Economy sounds warning for festivals,” the industry experts have found that festivals which held in each countries start to decrease mainly because of the global economy decline. For example, unemployment and lack of investors are prone to cancels of many smaller as well as medium scale events. Moreover, the budgets for festivals are forced to cut back as costs are going up, including fuel prices, power and haulage; nevertheless, ticket prices can’t be put up. It is a hard time for entertainment industry now. The phenomenon is considered to have both advantages and disadvantages. Some experts think optimistically that the downturn will restore balance while the others warn it will make festivals face an uncertain future. The most important way to prevent the recession from getting more serious is that each festival has to respond all customers’ needs.
As far as I am concerned, the article analyzes this problem narrowly. The situation has happened in Taiwan recently. People begin to get tired of so many festivals that are almost alike. In short, the worse economy situation countries get, the worse income will entertainment industry has. Most people will save their money for necessary things such as food instead of entertainment if the economy declines seriously. In my opinion, every festival should have their own features in order to attract consumers. After holding the events, promoters have to make improvements on defects. By doing these things, I believe that festivals will prosper again and people will receive more quality life during economic downturn.
Taiwan government should take measures to help the industry as well. It can give more subsidies to make festivals get better. In conclusion, festivals should be changed so as to fit their customers. (290 words)
Date: 10/31/2008
From: BBC NEWS
My Reactions:
According to Simon Atkinson in “Economy sounds warning for festivals,” the industry experts have found that festivals which held in each countries start to decrease mainly because of the global economy decline. For example, unemployment and lack of investors are prone to cancels of many smaller as well as medium scale events. Moreover, the budgets for festivals are forced to cut back as costs are going up, including fuel prices, power and haulage; nevertheless, ticket prices can’t be put up. It is a hard time for entertainment industry now. The phenomenon is considered to have both advantages and disadvantages. Some experts think optimistically that the downturn will restore balance while the others warn it will make festivals face an uncertain future. The most important way to prevent the recession from getting more serious is that each festival has to respond all customers’ needs.
As far as I am concerned, the article analyzes this problem narrowly. The situation has happened in Taiwan recently. People begin to get tired of so many festivals that are almost alike. In short, the worse economy situation countries get, the worse income will entertainment industry has. Most people will save their money for necessary things such as food instead of entertainment if the economy declines seriously. In my opinion, every festival should have their own features in order to attract consumers. After holding the events, promoters have to make improvements on defects. By doing these things, I believe that festivals will prosper again and people will receive more quality life during economic downturn.
Taiwan government should take measures to help the industry as well. It can give more subsidies to make festivals get better. In conclusion, festivals should be changed so as to fit their customers. (290 words)
2008年10月23日 星期四
Reaction Article #4: Afghan Student Sentenced to 20 Years
Name: Wendy Cheng (49712053)
Date: 10/24/2008
From: Time
My reactions:
In accordance with Amir Shah in “Afghan Student Sentenced to 20 Years,” a journalism student Parwez Kambakhsh was accused of irreverence for asking questions in class about women’s rights under Islam. At first, he was sentenced to death. Nevertheless, Afghan court overturned the death sentence and judges still sentenced him to twenty years in prison. He was penalized since he also wrote an article on the Internet as well as on his paper which express his own comments about why Islam doesn’t provide equal rights for women. The incident gives rise to big reactions, conservative groups and open groups in the world have fierce debate. It is thought that the event reveals that a great frustration and a setback of the rights of free expression in Afghan.
As far as I am concerned, the government of Afghan is so ridiculous that sentenced people as violating the tenets of Islam. People all around the world should have their own freedom, including free speech and free thoughts. I think that the student was innocent; moreover, he expressed his perceptions bravely. As a female, I feel sorry but proud of him for the reason that he has fought for women’s rights. Afghan puts strict regulations on women, such as every woman is banned to be seen on the face otherwise they will be punished in public. Although some limits are the tenets of Islam, they are unreasonable to me because of differences between democratic and autocratic countries. Taiwan is much freer than Afghan, I should cherish these individual freedom and use them properly. Moreover, Taiwanese government should learn some lesson from the happening. (270 words)
Date: 10/24/2008
From: Time
My reactions:
In accordance with Amir Shah in “Afghan Student Sentenced to 20 Years,” a journalism student Parwez Kambakhsh was accused of irreverence for asking questions in class about women’s rights under Islam. At first, he was sentenced to death. Nevertheless, Afghan court overturned the death sentence and judges still sentenced him to twenty years in prison. He was penalized since he also wrote an article on the Internet as well as on his paper which express his own comments about why Islam doesn’t provide equal rights for women. The incident gives rise to big reactions, conservative groups and open groups in the world have fierce debate. It is thought that the event reveals that a great frustration and a setback of the rights of free expression in Afghan.
As far as I am concerned, the government of Afghan is so ridiculous that sentenced people as violating the tenets of Islam. People all around the world should have their own freedom, including free speech and free thoughts. I think that the student was innocent; moreover, he expressed his perceptions bravely. As a female, I feel sorry but proud of him for the reason that he has fought for women’s rights. Afghan puts strict regulations on women, such as every woman is banned to be seen on the face otherwise they will be punished in public. Although some limits are the tenets of Islam, they are unreasonable to me because of differences between democratic and autocratic countries. Taiwan is much freer than Afghan, I should cherish these individual freedom and use them properly. Moreover, Taiwanese government should learn some lesson from the happening. (270 words)
2008年10月16日 星期四
Reaction Article#3: NASA Ready to Reboot Hubble
Name: Wendy Cheng (49712053)
Date: 10/17/2008
From: The New York Times
My Reactions:
According to Dennis Overbye in “NASA ready to reboot Hubble,” the Hubble Space Telescope, which is regarded as the most important space instrument, shut down suddenly two weeks ago. NASA has to send astronauts to reboot it due to its indispensible status. However, the method which fixes Hubble is dangerous for astronauts because a backup channel of the telescope and other components haven’t been turned on since Hubble was launched in 1990. Although the mission isn’t safe at all, the shuttle was blast off so as to do the last on-orbit maintenance of Hubble. If the mission success, we will see many impressive as well as beautiful picture from the outer space again.
I felt nervous when I heard the news in the beginning. After reading the entire article, I felt relieved for the reason that NASA find out the solution of Hubble’s problem. The telescope is so famous that I have learned it from the science textbook since elementary school. Hubble Space Telescope helps us to know more about the outer space by its clear pictures. In addition, Hubble has discovered many new theories which have great influence on astronomy. It is indeed a masterpiece of all time!
As far as I am concerned, the countries in the world should come up with some measures to replace Hubble in case of its breakdown or retirement. For example, scientists and engineers can invent a new space telescope which is better than Hubble by developed technology. Furthermore, we can think of some ways to prolong Hubble’s life. In short, I hope that Hubble can still work for people who live in the Earth and give us more information about the outer space. (281 words)
Date: 10/17/2008
From: The New York Times
My Reactions:
According to Dennis Overbye in “NASA ready to reboot Hubble,” the Hubble Space Telescope, which is regarded as the most important space instrument, shut down suddenly two weeks ago. NASA has to send astronauts to reboot it due to its indispensible status. However, the method which fixes Hubble is dangerous for astronauts because a backup channel of the telescope and other components haven’t been turned on since Hubble was launched in 1990. Although the mission isn’t safe at all, the shuttle was blast off so as to do the last on-orbit maintenance of Hubble. If the mission success, we will see many impressive as well as beautiful picture from the outer space again.
I felt nervous when I heard the news in the beginning. After reading the entire article, I felt relieved for the reason that NASA find out the solution of Hubble’s problem. The telescope is so famous that I have learned it from the science textbook since elementary school. Hubble Space Telescope helps us to know more about the outer space by its clear pictures. In addition, Hubble has discovered many new theories which have great influence on astronomy. It is indeed a masterpiece of all time!
As far as I am concerned, the countries in the world should come up with some measures to replace Hubble in case of its breakdown or retirement. For example, scientists and engineers can invent a new space telescope which is better than Hubble by developed technology. Furthermore, we can think of some ways to prolong Hubble’s life. In short, I hope that Hubble can still work for people who live in the Earth and give us more information about the outer space. (281 words)
2008年10月9日 星期四
Reaction Article #2: Disease warning on climate change
Name: Wendy Cheng
Date: 10/10/2008
From: BBC NEWS
My Reactions:
According to Richard Black in “Disease warning on climate change,” the increase of diseases is caused by climate changes around the world. The warmer climate we will get, the wider region disease will spread. Furthermore, the media which carry different kinds of disease, such as mosquitoes, ticks or flies, will survive in the temperate zone when weather turns warmer. As the result, there is much more new virus and bacteria appear. Some diseases that scatter over local places have started to move from wild animals to human beings. The global climate shift can lead to serious problems.
In my opinion, global warming is no longer novel news. Almost every scientist has warned that it can due to many bad consequences. For example, food and water crises, species extinction, new diseases emergence, etc. However, people seem to ignore these problems except a few groups which pay much attention to them. We, residents of the Earth, should remember that we are responsible for protecting the lovely planet. On the other hand, we will pay for what we have done. I am so surprised that global warming has much to do with the spread of diseases after reading this article. To think deeply, these two things are relevant. Take SARS for example, it broke out and spread too fast to prevent. There were many people died and some of the victims still have had sequelae since the explosion. It was said that SARS had appeared suddenly because of global warming.
We should keep a watch on the spread of diseases; even a small change can have great influence on ecosystems. The government of each country has to build a perfect system monitoring both wild lives and people. Therefore, we can deal with the outbreak anytime instead of chaos. I believe that we can stop diseases from spreading further successfully as long as we have patience and strong will. (315 words)
Date: 10/10/2008
From: BBC NEWS
My Reactions:
According to Richard Black in “Disease warning on climate change,” the increase of diseases is caused by climate changes around the world. The warmer climate we will get, the wider region disease will spread. Furthermore, the media which carry different kinds of disease, such as mosquitoes, ticks or flies, will survive in the temperate zone when weather turns warmer. As the result, there is much more new virus and bacteria appear. Some diseases that scatter over local places have started to move from wild animals to human beings. The global climate shift can lead to serious problems.
In my opinion, global warming is no longer novel news. Almost every scientist has warned that it can due to many bad consequences. For example, food and water crises, species extinction, new diseases emergence, etc. However, people seem to ignore these problems except a few groups which pay much attention to them. We, residents of the Earth, should remember that we are responsible for protecting the lovely planet. On the other hand, we will pay for what we have done. I am so surprised that global warming has much to do with the spread of diseases after reading this article. To think deeply, these two things are relevant. Take SARS for example, it broke out and spread too fast to prevent. There were many people died and some of the victims still have had sequelae since the explosion. It was said that SARS had appeared suddenly because of global warming.
We should keep a watch on the spread of diseases; even a small change can have great influence on ecosystems. The government of each country has to build a perfect system monitoring both wild lives and people. Therefore, we can deal with the outbreak anytime instead of chaos. I believe that we can stop diseases from spreading further successfully as long as we have patience and strong will. (315 words)
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