每个人都想要舒坦的生活。舒坦的生活意味着稳定的工作、一栋房子、一辆车、可以买得起优质的食 物、可以让自己的孩子进入资源良好的学校、周末能够一家人出去玩。这被认为是典型的中产生活。要 想过上这种体面的生活，就需要比较高的薪水。然而，芝加哥的兼职教师、日托班夫妇、在地球另一端 看护他人孩子的母亲，都不得不面临着即使身兼数职，也距离自己想要的生活越来越远的现实状况。 正如《教育为什么无用》中对功利主义的驳斥那样，功利主义的一个错误前提在于，其认为X一定比Y 更有利于人们。现实里的一些困境注定是两难的。比如上述的兼职教师也考虑过再增加一份工作，但是 多打一份工意味着需要雇人看管孩子，收入和支出再次相抵。 在普遍的经济压力下，"躲进黄金遍地的屏幕"（《夹缝生存》·1%社会顶层节目的崛起）成了一种新的 渴求，描述富豪生活的电视剧、综艺爆火。这种带有顶层符号的电视节目至少满足了人们的三重心理： 第一，观看富豪生活；第二，想象自己是富豪；第三，看到富豪的"报应"。 人们通过节目看到昂贵的奢侈品、私人直升机、精心的服务、观看富豪们的为所欲为，以及暗暗期待 着"超级富豪受到应有的报应"（《夹缝生存》·1%社会顶层节目的崛起）。电 ...

国际学校，一直都是中产「破产三件套」里的常客之一。 为了让自家的娃绕开应试教育"千军万马过独木桥"的激烈竞争，中产爸妈不惜花大几十万甚至上百万，将孩子们送进国际学校。在家长的预设里： 选择国际学校是一种稳赚不赔的投资。 孩子将在这里习得一番所谓的"发展全面和全球化视野"，然后回国找到一份体面的精英工作。 这样的认知流行了十多年，但最近几年却在被「第一批回国的留学生，月入8000」的个体感受狠狠冲击。 互联网流传的海归薪资表，可能并不完全准确，但却被反复转发。 念书念出一套房钱，回国一看月薪八千。 与重金求学形成鲜明对比的，是毫无竞争优势的薪资。 如此不均的「教育性价比」，让中产爹妈批量对国际学校祛魅。 就在这个节骨眼，国内的各大国际学校，却在今年纷纷宣布涨价—— 把本就高昂的学费门槛，又拉高了几公分。 国际学校，正在「批量涨价」？ 这一轮的学费涨价潮，波及了北上深的大部分国际学校。 各校的涨幅则是有高有低： 据称全上海最烧钱的德威英国国际学校，其浦东、浦西校区的高年级（year12-year13）学费，就在去年的基础上再加小一万，来到了39.975万元，基本已 经迈入了"40万俱乐部"。 而北京的鼎石则是不论 ...

加密货币交易平台Gemini在纳斯达克上市 首日暴涨，一度飙超60% 其创始人是一对双胞胎 哈佛毕业，牛津读MBA 参加过奥运会 跟扎克伯格打过官司 （还赢了） 用赔款买了比特币 成了亿万富翁 这什么爽文人生啊？ 今天，我们就来扒一扒这对王炸兄弟 看看他们的精英之路，到底是怎么走的 1 纳斯达克又被哈佛兄弟"炸"了 9月12日，一个叫Gemini的加密货币交易平台，在纳斯达克敲钟上市了。资本市场那叫一个热捧，发行价一路从17美元飙到28美元，直接融了4个多亿美 金。 没错，就是你想的那样。 他们就是电影《社交网络》里的原型，当年把马克·扎克伯格告上法庭，说脸书（Facebook）这个创意是他们俩的。 这俩哥们，简直是自带传奇BGM出场的。每一次人生转折，都踩在了时代的风口上。每一次被人唱衰，都能马上打个漂亮的翻身仗。 2 这对双胞胎活成了小说男主本人吧？ 说真的，要不是有据可查，我真以为这俩兄弟是从什么男频爽文里走出来的。 首先，颜值身材就超纲了。身高一米九六，常年保持150斤左右的体重，浑身都是腱子肉。往那一站，就是行走的荷尔蒙。英国媒体去采访他们，都忍不 住惊呼，说这简直是基因工程创造出来的"优等生"。 ...

Group 1 - Gemini, a cryptocurrency trading platform, went public on Nasdaq last Friday, with its stock price soaring from $17 to $28, raising over $400 million [3][25]. - The founders of Gemini are the Winklevoss twins, Tyler and Cameron, who are known for their legal battle with Mark Zuckerberg over the creation of Facebook [3][5][21]. - The Winklevoss twins have a background in elite education, having graduated from Harvard and later pursued an MBA at Oxford, where they also excelled in rowing [12][16][21]. Group 2 - After receiving a $65 million settlement from Facebook, the twins invested a portion of their compensation into Bitcoin in 2012, purchasing 120,000 coins at under $10 each [25][26]. - This investment decision positioned them as early billionaires in the cryptocurrency space, leading to the establishment of their own trading platform, Gemini, in 2014 [25][28]. - The success of the Winklevoss twins illustrates the importance of strategic decision-making and the ability to turn setbacks into opportunities [31].

Group 1 - The article discusses the historical significance of American universities as a source of soft power and international influence, highlighting their role in educating future global leaders and generating economic benefits for the U.S. [1][3] - The number of international students in U.S. higher education has surged, reaching 1.1 million in the 2023-2024 academic year, with significant contributions to the economy, totaling nearly $44 billion [3][4]. - States with high concentrations of international students, such as California, Texas, and Massachusetts, have seen substantial economic benefits, with contributions of approximately $64 billion, $25 billion, and $39 billion respectively [3][4]. Group 2 - The article notes a growing discontent among the American public regarding elite education, with only 36% expressing confidence in higher education, a significant drop from 57% in 2015 [5]. - The rise of for-profit colleges has led to increased student debt and dissatisfaction, as many students struggle to graduate or find suitable employment [5][12]. - The tension between universities and the government has escalated, particularly in the context of immigration policies and the perception of universities as "leftist strongholds" [12][14]. Group 3 - The article highlights the cultural and ideological divide between elite universities and the general public, with a growing "anti-elite" sentiment emerging in American society [6][8]. - The admissions process at elite institutions has been criticized for favoring wealthy applicants, with data showing that students from the top 1% of income earners have a significantly higher chance of admission [8][9]. - The article discusses the implications of these disparities, suggesting that educational background has become a core issue in political divisions within the U.S. [8][9]. Group 4 - The article outlines the historical context of the relationship between U.S. universities and the government, noting that post-9/11 policies have tightened immigration controls affecting international students [12][13]. - It mentions specific actions taken by the Trump administration that further restricted international student access, including travel bans and tax reforms targeting universities [13][14]. - The ongoing conflict between government and universities reflects deeper societal issues, including class conflict and a crisis of trust in higher education [14].

Group 1 - The core argument of the article revolves around the critique of elite education, highlighting that it produces intelligent individuals lacking in self-awareness and personal fulfillment [5][6][21] - The author, William Deresiewicz, emphasizes that the situation regarding elite education has worsened over the past decade, with acceptance rates at top universities like Stanford and Harvard dropping from approximately 7-8% to around 4% [6][7] - The impact of social media and the COVID-19 pandemic on students' mental health is discussed, indicating that these factors have exacerbated issues related to anxiety, loneliness, and self-worth among young people [7][8] Group 2 - Deresiewicz argues that students need unstructured time to explore their interests and passions, which is essential for developing a sense of self and understanding what is truly important to them [9][10] - The article discusses the importance of allowing young people to make choices and learn from their mistakes, suggesting that this process is crucial for personal growth and developing a deeper understanding of life [15][19] - The author critiques the current educational system for prioritizing utilitarian outcomes over meaningful experiences, which leads to a lack of fulfillment and a sense of disconnection among students [22][23] Group 3 - The discussion includes the role of humanities and liberal arts in education, arguing that these fields are vital for exploring human meaning and purpose, and should not be diminished in favor of more practical disciplines [24][26] - Deresiewicz highlights the increasing value of human skills in the age of AI, suggesting that emotional intelligence, creativity, and interpersonal skills are irreplaceable and essential for future success [25][26] - The article concludes with a call for a reevaluation of educational priorities, advocating for a balance between practical skills and the exploration of human experience and values [22][24]

Core Insights - The article discusses the increasing interest of Chinese parents in prestigious British private schools, viewing them as an "educational ideal" for their children [1][2] Group 1: Elite Education Experience - The journey of a student named Yuanzi highlights the competitive nature of admissions to top private schools in the UK, such as Westminster School, where only 75 out of 1500 female applicants were accepted [3] - Attending elite schools provides significant networking opportunities, with 39% of surveyed upper-class elites in the UK having attended private schools, and 24% being graduates of Oxford or Cambridge [4][5] - The article emphasizes the unique experiences and historical moments that students encounter, such as attending the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II [9] Group 2: Financial Implications - The rising costs of private education in the UK are noted, with the average annual fee for boarding schools reaching £42,459 (approximately 407,000 RMB) in 2024, a 9% increase from the previous year [12] - The financial burden of attending these schools is significant, with estimates suggesting that families may need to prepare between 3 million to 5 million RMB for a five-year education [14] - Despite the high costs, many Chinese families view these expenses as an investment in their children's future, with the number of Chinese students in UK private schools increasing by 18.7% to 10,375 in the past year [15][16] Group 3: Application Process and Parental Involvement - The application process for prestigious private schools is complex, often requiring parents to plan several years in advance, with some even consulting during pregnancy [18][19] - Families seeking admission to these schools typically have substantial financial resources, often owning multiple properties or holding executive positions in companies [20][21] - The article also highlights the challenges faced by younger international students in adapting to the boarding school lifestyle, including managing daily tasks like laundry [22][23]