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Visually impaired girl, 9, masters the piano

A 9-year-old pianist from Gansu province has been inspiring netizens. Shi Xiaoling has been visually impaired since birth and was taught to play the piano a year ago. She said: “My favorite songs are Souvenirs D’enfance and Butterfly Lovers.” Netizens expressed admiration for both her determination and skill.

Holiday packing made easier with some key tips

The National Day Holiday is around the corner, and packing for it requires a certain amount of planning. Make a list of all essentials, particularly passports, travel insurance and any medicines. Don’t arrive at your holiday destination and be faced with a pile of ironing. To save space and stop creasing, roll your clothes instead of folding them, then place them in vacuum compression bags. To use these bags, put your clothes in, seal the bag, then squeeze the air out. Don’t assume that buying the most expensive designer suitcase will get you an upgrade — instead, it’s better to be inconspicuous and go for a lightweight and cheaper option.

Warning over damaging beauty face masks

Beauty bloggers and celebrities alike are boasting the benefits of charcoal face masks but skincare experts are actively discouraging their use. Andy Millward, a beautician from the United Kingdom, claims that they damage the skin. He said that although on appearance the masks may seem to initially achieve smoother skin, the long-term damage can be considerable. The majority of the oils removed from the skin, he said, actually play a vital role to ensure healthy skin balance. Check more posts online.