The recent crash of the Germanwings Airbus has directed people's attention to the mental health of pilots. There's been an allegation from a French prosecutor that the Germanwings co-pilot Andreas Lubitz deliberately flew the plane into a mountainside. German media also reported that the pilot suffered from severe depression, had undergone psychiatric treatment and had a sicknote covering the day of the crash.
How in-service pilots are been screened for mental instability has gone under intense scrutiny.
Is there a problem in China as well?
Topic2 Most Domestic Violence Victims in China Stay Silent
It's probably not a surprise to Chinese people that most victims of domestic violence here in China remain silent. A report released by the United Nations states that over 90% of Chinese women who suffered from domestic violence chose not to report.
Is domestic violence a big problem here in China? Can the victims get help easily if they do report?
Topic3 China tries to retrieve a stolen Buddhist relic
China is trying to retrieve a Buddhist relic that recently surfaced at an exhibition at the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Budapest.
The relic, which was withdrawn from showcase by its Dutch owner ten days ago, is believed to have been stolen from a temple in China.
But will it be easy for the possibly stolen relic to come back to China?
Topic4 Earth Hour Debate
China joined over 170 countries in observing the Earth Hour last Saturday by switching off decorative lights in major skyscrapers and government buildings. However, the debate about the effectiveness of this hour never stopped as the event enters its 9th year.
What about this year?
