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COVID-19 is a global pandemic now, affecting millions of people’s lives. Many countries have introduced lockdown measures, and asked people to stay at home. Social distancing can help reduce the transmission of the coronavirus, but mental health experts also warn that psychological health problems may emerge as people stay quarantined. Find out more on Studio Plus to see what the experts have suggested.

Buses, subway, and ferry cargo have gradually resumed operation recently in Wuhan, the once-epicenter of the COVID-19. A China-Europe freight train carrying 50 cargo containers have left Wuhan en route to Central Europe for the first time since the outbreak began. On board are tons of medical supplies. Hear more on Studio Plus.

A recent survey has shown that nearly half of the Chinese respondents expect to travel domestically before the end of June if the COVID-19 epidemic comes to an end in the country. Driving to scenic spots have become some of the top anticipations. Hear more on Studio Plus.

Have you tuned in more often than usual to audio content lately due to self-quarantine at home? During the battle against COVID-19, more Chinese have turned to audio content on many platforms. Hear the discussion on Studio Plus.

Guess how often we touch our faces? According to a study published in the American Journal of Infection Control, one could touch his face 23 times per hour. So how many times is that per day? Do the math. During the COVID-19 pandemic, a conscious effort is needed to reduce this frequent habit. Check out the discussion on Studio Plus with Liu Min and Li Ningjing.

Delivery companies have gradually resumed normal operations in Wuhan, the city hit hardest by the novel coronavirus outbreak. Hear the discussion on Studio Plus, and find out how important delivery services have become in the nation.

Previously obscure and niche epidemiology-related books are enjoying sales growth, such as "Love in the Time of Cholera" and "Plague". Listen to the discussion on Studio Plus to find out more.

A smart helmet in the fashion of Robo-cop can greatly improve efficiency in testing body temperatures. The motorcycle-like helmet can automatically pinpoint a person running a fever within a 5-meter radius. Hear more about the Chinese invention being used to fight against the COVID-19 on Studio Plus.

DingTalk, the online office tool developed by Alibaba Group, is among the first batch of 60 distance learning solutions recommended by the UNESCO as the international community turns to technologies to minimize the impact of the COVID-19 contagion. Now millions of students in China are using DingTalk as their primary livestreaming tool to study online from their homes. Find out more on Studio Plus.

Fang Longhuizi, a teacher at the China University of Geosciences in Wuhan, released a set of drawings, titled ‘This Is Wuhan.’ Most of the designs are necklaces, depicting the place as a city of colorful culture, with layers of geographic, historic and artistic connotations.  Check out what’s behind all the inspiration on Studio Plus.