People with STDs banned from Olympics

Beijing has warned suspected terrorists, subversives and people with sexually transmitted diseases will not be allowed to enter China for the Olympic games.

A 57-point list which includes very specific regulations on what can be brought into China has also been published on the Beijing Olympic Organising Committee's website.

Points include: do not sleep in public places, the display of insulting slogans is prohibited and drunk persons will be detained until they are sober.

Visitor are also warned they criminal liability would be pursued against anyone who act to insult the Chinese national flag.

An estimated 500,000 foreigners are expected to attend the games.