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Health experts say tobacco consumption is hitting alarming rates in China. World health officials estimate that one-third of the male population under the age of 29 is likely to die from tobacco-related illnesses. But officials in the communist government have said the country - the world's largest producer and consumer of tobacco products - cannot afford to stop smoking. VOA's Luis Ramirez has more from Beijing.

Beijing officials announced a campaign Friday to hire 40,000 inspectors by May 1 to enforce a smoking ban in public places, but only the 2,000 inspectors will be authorized to fine people". Without the authority to fine violators, inspectors will be required to use creative ways to put out butts.

BEIJING - Chinese leaders have promised to make next year's Summer Olympic Games in Beijing non-smoking - ambitious for this country of 360 million smokers. Never has the event that celebrates physical fitness been held in a country more hooked on tobacco and more afflicted by smoking-related diseases.

Tai Chi, an ancient form of low-impact mind-body Chinese exercise, has been proved to be effective in reducing tension headaches and improving perceptions of physical and mental health, a UCLA study finds.

Instead of radiating benefits to surrounding areas, China

Blog Your Dream. The form is now up enabling you to blog your dream or one you might have for someone else. The site will feature the dreams of ordinary citizens and will look to fulfill as many as is feasible.

All the ad proceeds on the site benefit The Library Project, The Reading Tub and health and literary initiatives.

China Daily says "abnormal weather tells us we must protect our environment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions."

The World Health Organization (WHO) says:

1. Humans are seriously affected by climate change

2. climate change is a global threat

The China Daily reports that it will soon implement stricter measures to control smoking in large public places including restaurants, bars, Internet cafes, hotels, offices, holiday resorts and all indoor areas of medical facilities.

The move is largely inline with the city's pledge to have a smoke free Olympics in August. Just how strongly these measures will be enforced is yet to be seen.

H/T to Danwei.

Smoking-related deaths will impact China's future, but government won't do much about it because tax revenues are too significant.