Good morning Beijing! Today is Thursday, July 31, 2014.

Weather forecast: Sunny. Today’s high will be 32℃, low of 24℃.

Air Quality Index (AQI) from the US Embassy as of 7am: 269 (Very Unhealthy)

License plate restrictions: 2 and 7.
 

The Event You Shouldn’t Miss Today Is:

Kathryn Koromilas: This Is Not a Love Story

See all of the happenings in Beijing on our Events calendar.
 

The Blog Post You Shouldn’t Have Missed Yesterday:

Gulou Goodbyes: Beloved Drum and Bell Tower Area Razed

Stay with our Blog throughout the day for the latest on what’s happening in Beijing.
 

The Classified Ad You Absolutely Must Read Today:

French Window 1 BR + Study, Free Gym

Buy and sell, look for work, or find love in our Classifieds section.

Have a great day!. Stay with the Beijinger all day long for more news and useful information about life in Beijing.

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