Senna Lee, a four-and-a-half-year-old preparing for school, already speaks multiple languages, including Cantonese, Japanese, Mandarin, and English, thanks to her parents’ efforts to keep her connected to her Chinese heritage. Research shows the benefits of bilingualism, such as cognitive advantages and social cohesion, prompting investments in language programs by the federal and Victorian governments. MindChamps preschool in Sydney is pioneering a bilingual program in Mandarin and English, reflecting founder David Chiem’s own refugee journey from Vietnam to Australia and his commitment to multilingual education.
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Major Hurricane Erick hits Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Erick made landfall in Oaxaca, Mexico, as a category 3 storm with winds of 205 km/h, leading to warnings of severe flooding and mudslides. Authorities predict up to 41 cm of rain, with evacuations underway in tourist areas; however, Erick is expected to weaken rapidly as it moves inland. Need More Context? 🔎
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