《語言教學》當代中文課程：第十二課－宿舍生活趣【20210516】
The Australian Reptile Park in New South Wales is urging Sydney residents to overcome their fear of deadly funnel-web spiders and collect them, along with their egg sacs, to aid in the production of life-saving antivenom. Funnel-web spiders, particularly the species around Sydney, are known for their potent venom, which was fatal to 13 people before the introduction of antivenom in 1981. Since then, no deaths have occurred. The park, the sole producer of funnel-web spider antivenom, emphasizes the importance of public assistance during breeding season, which begins in November. Each vial of antivenom requires venom from approximately 150 spiders. Spider keeper Emma Teni advises using a long spoon to carefully scoop the spider and its egg sac into a jar without damaging the sac, which contains 150-200 spiderlings. Collected spiders can be dropped off at designated locations or directly at the park. Survivors of funnel-web bites, such as Nicole Webber and Karen Wright, have expressed gratitude for the antivenom program, sharing how it saved their lives and urging others to support the initiative by safely capturing spiders.
A remarkable discovery at Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland, England, has shed light on the enduring celebrity status of Roman gladiators. A knife handle crafted from copper alloy, depicting a "secutor" gladiator, was found in the Tyne River near Corbridge Roman Town. According to English Heritage, the secutor, a heavily armed gladiator, was often pitted against the "retiarius," a lightly armed net-wielding opponent.The intricate design of the handle features the secutor with a helmet, a large shield, and a sword held in his left hand, suggesting he was left-handed. In ancient Rome, left-handedness was deemed unlucky, leading experts to speculate that the figurine may represent a specific gladiator.Despite their often enslaved or criminal origins, successful gladiators achieved widespread fame. "Gladiators had individual fans who would follow them and even give them gifts," said Frances McIntosh, curator for Hadrian’s Wall. The knife handle may have been commissioned by a fan of the gladiator it depicts.The knife handle was discovered in a river at Corbridge Roman Town on Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland, England. English HeritageThe discovery underscores the pervasive influence of gladiator culture, even on the remote edges of the Roman Empire. Gladiators, celebrated for their muscular physiques and strength, were heartthrobs of their time, attracting admiration from women, including those of high status.This rare piece of memorabilia provides a fascinating glimpse into the Roman world, highlighting how the allure of gladiators has persisted through millennia, now rekindled with the anticipation of Ridley Scott’s *Gladiator II*, set for release on November 22.
Is it a bird? Is it a winged goddess? Is it an ode to the history of traditional Dutch ceramics?At Miss Universe 2024, it was all those things — and much more — as the annual pageant kicked off with its flamboyant national costume competition Thursday evening.Tasked with modeling looks that represent their homelands, 126 contestants took the stage at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City ahead of Saturday’s grand finale. And while many looked to folk arts, deities or their nations’ flags for inspiration, others took more outlandish approaches.Miss Chile, Emilia Dides, stepped out wearing a huge roulette wheel — a nod to popular Chilean TV variety show “Sábado Gigante.” Hector Vivas/Getty ImagesMiss Nicaragua, Geyssell García, came dressed as her country’s famous León Cathedral. Kenyan beauty queen Irene Mukii’s costume meanwhile featured the faces of several notable athletes, a nod to hercountry’s prowessin long-distance running. And Miss Chile, Emilia Dides, stepped out wearing a huge roulette wheel as a tribute to popular Chilean TV variety show “Sábado Gigante.”Elsewhere, contestants turned to national flora and fauna, from Miss Bangladesh Aniqa Alam’s tiger-themed costume to the red-eyed elephant protruding from Miss Ivory Coast Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala’s outfit. Miss Myanmar, Thet San Andersen, burst out of a golden owl costume to reveal a pair of sparkling wings, while Great Britain’s Christina Chalk arrived on stage in a foliage-covered outfit inspired by the121 million oak treesfound in the United Kingdom.Part of the glitzy pageant’s preliminary round, the costume segment was immediately followed by a swimwear contest. The winners of both will be announced on Saturday before the finalists are narrowed down to a shortlist of 30, who will then compete to inherit the Miss Universe crown from reigning titleholderSheynnis Palaciosof Nicaragua.
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