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The coronavirus pandemic forced millions of U.S. workers to abruptly transition from office life to working from home. Some industry experts say the sudden mass migration of the white-collar workforce into home offices has been so transformative that a significant portion of workers will never come back. Will this actually happen? What are the pros and cons of remote work? Hear what Studio+ hosts Li Ningjing and Liu Min have to say.

According to a report by Nielson, the rising number of single people in China will spur new consumption and may become a major consumption power in the future. They are more willing to purchase high-quality products and pay to make their lives more convenient. Find out more on Studio Plus.

A survey showed the social impact of the COVID-19 crisis on women is greater than men in Ireland. The percentage of women now reporting "low" satisfaction with overall life has more than doubled the rate in 2013 when the country was experiencing the effects of the 2008 financial crisis, according to the survey. Studio+ hosts Li Ningjing and Liu Min share their ideas on the issue.

A recent study in the UK shows that naturally funny people are twice more likely to come from the North than anywhere else in the UK. Additionally, other factors such as height and order of sibling birth play a role in the comedic attributes of a person. Meanwhile the study also finds that taller people on average are funnier. How true is this finding with regards to your country? Here's the topic discussion on Studio Plus, with regards to China.

Do you have a habit of looking away from your desk when you take exams? If so, you will probably need to stare at your screen, so you won't be mistaken for cheating in an online exam. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the U.S. education system in many ways. Teachers, schools and students are being forced to adapt to a "new normal". How to take exams has become one of the many new issues. Find out more on Studio Plus.

Using FaceTime, Zoom, and other video calling methods has become part of the ‘new normal’ in the way we interact with others. Babysitters are also tapping into this emerging trend to help entertain, teach, and play with kids from a distance - with no physical contact. Even though some parents see the trend as bringing some much-needed relief, others have greeted the virtual helper with some skepticism. Let us know your opinion as Nillah Nyakoa and Liu Min discuss and give their opinions as well - on Studio Plus.

Even though the lockdown is lifting gradually worldwide, people are undergoing less social activities and staying at home for most of their spare time. How will this new norm affect intimate relationships? Psychological councilor Ji Xiang tells us the story of two families with a similar situation but different results. Known as Shang by her clients, Ji Xiang is the CEO of New Songs International, an organization on the East Coast of the US that provides counseling and other services based on systematic psychology. Find out more on The Therapy Sessions.

Are you in the habit of listening to music, audio books or white noises before going to sleep? A recent report shows that the number of China's night listeners has reached a total of 217 million. Their accumulative night-listening time has surged by 95 percent year-on-year to 10.9 billion hours. What audio content do you prefer or are you among those who binge watch shows on a mobile device? Share those lifestyle preferences with us and listen to the discussion on Studio Plus.

The coronavirus can spread very quickly. If one person contracts it, his or her family members or friends, any close contacts can easily be infected. In that case, the individual of initial infection will experience 'transmission remorse'.

In this edition of The Therapy Sessions, psychological practitioner Ji Xiang shared a story of such. Known as Shang by her clients, Ji Xiang is the CEO of New Songs International, an organization on the East Coast of the US that provides counseling and other services based on systematic psychology. Let's listen in on the story.

As countries across Europe begin easing their coronavirus lockdown, governments across the continent are encouraging the general public to bike or walk for commuting instead of driving. Studio Plus hosts Li Ningjing and Tony Reid discuss.