Do you remember where you were when you heard about a traffic accident of a close friend? The answer is probably yes. Do you remember what you were doing on your birthday that year? You may have to think a little harder.

People remembered bad memories more easily and in greater detail than good ones. Why is that? A new study found that people do this because of evolutionary reasons.

Elizabeth Kensinger and her partners at Boston College, US, did a study looking at this. They found negative feelings like fear and sadness cause an increase in brain activity. This activity happens in the part of the brain that controls memories. So memories caused by negative feeling are kept in greater detail than other kinds of memories.

For example, after seeing a man on a street holding a knife, people remember the knife clearly, but they forget the details of the street.

According to Kensinger, it is easy to understand this from an evolutionary point of view. She said that people pay attention to dangerous information so they can use that information to guide their actions and save their lives. They can also use it to plan for similar events in the future.

The scientists say more studies are needed on how we remember, bad memories. This line of research could help solve stress disorders.

Banana milkshake is a popular drink for all age groups. It can be enjoyed all year round, especially in summer. There are different kinds of banana milkshakes all over the world. It can be made with different ingredients(原料). Also, it is not very hard to make one. Everyone can make it at home. So many people like to make it at home.

First, prepare some bananas. Remember to choose some yellow bananas, not green ones. Why? Because the yellow ones taste better. To have a better taste, some people add 20 to 24 cashews(腰果). Put them in water for 3 to 4 hours, it is better for your health. If you don’t like cashews, You can also add some ice cream or use 4 pitted dates(去核枣). But don’t add too many pitted dates because that will give your shake a different color.

Next, add sugar or honey as you like. Two spoons are enough.

Then, pour half a cup of milk with ice. You can add more milk or more bananas if you want your shake a little different. Mix everything together.

Finally, pour the banana milkshake into cups. Now it is time to share it with your family and friends.

How to get that job!

Interviews can be quite frightening but our top five tips can help you. Don’t worry, try to relax! Remember these things and you’ll be fine.

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Find out exactly where the interview is and how to get there. Remember that buses and trains can often be late so allow plenty of time. It’s better to be early than late.

【小题2】

Think about what the interviewer will ask you. He or she will probably ask about your qualifications (资格) and your experience but they’ll also ask you why you want the job as well. Think of some possible questions and prepare your answers before you go.

【小题3】

If you wear something new it will make you feel uncomfortable. It’s best to wear something smart but something you like and feel happy in.

【小题4】

In the interview don’t sit looking at your feet. Make sure you sit up and look at the interviewers in the eye. This makes you look honest and more confident.

【小题5】

It’s a good idea to ask questions at the interview. Ask about the company or the job. Prepare some questions before the interview. It makes you look more interested if you do this.