英语角-圆桌会议RoundTable0818 - RT的神奇动物在哪里？

 　　Topic1-More singles bad for economy or not

　　A recent media report says the population of single people in the Chinese mainland equals to the total population of Russia and the UK combined. The general impression goes like this: single ladies and guys tend to spend more on themselves and therefore has emerged as a major consumption power, but some analysts¹ say single people not only don't spend much, but may also hurt the economy.

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　　Topic2-Why do Chinese people "fear" for air conditioners

　　It's hot summer day. You feel you're willing to do anything just to cool down. The most common remedy is lay in front of the air conditioner that's on full blast. But, some elder folks may preach to stay away from air conditioners.

　　Why do older folks appear to be so "afraid" of air conditioners? Should we listen?

1 analysts   

分析家，化验员( analyst的名词复数 )

参考例句：

• City analysts forecast huge profits this year. 伦敦金融分析家预测今年的利润非常丰厚。
• I was impressed by the high calibre of the researchers and analysts. 研究人员和分析人员的高素质给我留下了深刻印象。