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Ban on liquid parcels for Games security

CHINA'S State Post Bureau has banned delivery of liquid goods nationwide, starting from this month, to ensure security prior to and during the Beijing Olympics. Liquids, including shampoos, perfumes and massage... ...full story at Shanghai Daily

from Shanghai Daily on Wed, May 07 2008

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