The near-surface temperature of the earth has increased by 0.6 degree Celsius over the last century. The largest environmental changes have taken place at high latitudes and or Polar Regions. Over the next century, near surface air temperature will rise more in the polar regions than in any other parts of the Earth as a result of the increasing levels of greenhouse gases. This will increase the risk of flooding and low-lying areas and islands will be wiped out.

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Everything is strange to us in China. Nothing is the same as at home in Australia, or where ever in the world I have been.

Train travel is interesting.

I've managed to purchase tickets, and travel to and from a local destination - at least from one provincial city to another - passing through two more on the way - without many dramas.

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As a keen writer, I found this story fascinating. I learned that there was a scenic spot called the Orchid Pavilion, which fame dates back to the year 353. It seems that 42 gentlemen friends were at this place, sitting around considering writing.

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