Everyone was surprised by the news.

He is a second-year high school student.

The advancement of science and technology has greatly changed our lives.

He is good at solving technical problems.

Information technology plays a very important role in modern society.

He is a very excellent technician.

We enjoy picnicking in this park year-round.

My father will turn 61 years old this year.

I received a New Year's gift from my grandparents on New Year's Day.

The time it takes for the Earth to orbit the Sun is called a sidereal year.