Passage 1:The Evolution of Starbucks as a"Third Space" In Blaine,Washington, a Starbucks 1._____(locate) near the busy Peace Arch border crossing serves as a crucial pit stop for 2._____(travel). Designed like a lighthouse overlooking Semiahmoo Bay, it 3._____(symbolize) a welcoming beacon for those entering the country.The restroom, 4._____ particular, is a vital amenity for travelers stuck in long queues at the border. However, Starbucks' new CEO recently announced an updated "Code of Conduct," restricting access 5._____ its spaces, including restrooms, to paying customers only.This move reflects a shift from Starbucks' 6._____(origin) vision of being a "third space," a concept 7._____(introduce) by former CEO Howard Schultz. Schultz envisioned Starbucks as a place 8._____ people could gather and build community, beyond just being a coffee shop. While this idea worked well for a time,with rapid 9._____(expand) worldwide, the rise of mobile ordering and drive-throughs has changed 10._____ people interact with Starbucks.Today, most orders are completed via apps or drive-throughs,making the in-store experience less about community and more about convenience.The new CEO, Brian Niccol, acknowledges the need to improve the in-store experience,but the balance between being a community hub and a commercial success remains a challenge. Passage 2:The"Magic"of AI and Public Perception New research published in the Journal of Marketing reveals a 1._____(surprise) trend:people with 2._____(little) knowledge about AI are more open to using it.This "lower literacy-higher receptivity" link shows that in countries with lower average AI literacy, people are more receptive to AI 3._____(adopt). The reason lies in how AI performs tasks once thought 4._____(be) uniquely human, giving 5._____ a "magical" feel. People with more technical knowledge understand AI's mechanics, making it less 6._____(mystery). In contrast,those with less understanding are more awed by AI's capabilities.This link is strongest for tasks 7._____(associate) with human traits,like emotional support. However, for tasks focusing on 8._____(efficient), higher AI literacy leads to greater receptivity.This finding poses 9._____ challenge for policymakers and educators,who must balance increasing AI literacy with maintaining public enthusiasm.Efforts 10._____(educate) the public about AI might unintentionally reduce its perceived"magic," thus dampening enthusiasm.Striking the right balance is crucial for maximizing AI's potential while keeping people engaged. Passage 3:The Benefits of Breathwork for Stress Relief At 7Breaths, 1._____ meditation studio in central London, groups of young professionals gather 2._____(practice) "breathwork," a form of guided breathing 3._____(aim) at reducing stress.Participants sit cross-legged on cushions,focusing on their breath 4._____ an instructor guides them through 5._____(exercise) designed to lengthen inhalations, exhalations, and pauses. A 2023 meta-analysis ... ...
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