Chen Zongxing, Vice Chairman of Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, delivers a speech.[en.expo2010.cn]
Tough new rules for pubs and clubs - including a ban on drinking games like the infamous "dentist's chair" - will be introduced in Britain this year.
Four reservoirs in Hebei are expected to be called upon again this year to supply water to Beijing, but the water delivery plan is still being negotiated by the Beijing and Hebei governments.
Celebs with awards at the 67th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 17, 2010.
Spanish actress Penelope Cruz arrives at the 67th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 17, 2010.
Can the movie Confucius beat Avatar to become the new most popular movie in mainland?