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Beijing air quality still failing to meet standards

Tuesday, 8 July 2008

The air quality in Beijing is still failing to meet international standards just a month before the Olympics get underway.

Tests for airborne particles have seen the city fail to meet World Health Organisation guidelines on six days out of seven.

Pollution in the Chinese capital is a huge concern ahead of the Games, with endurance events a particular worry.

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