Thinking of going to the Olympics in Beijing?

Be very careful. I am in Shanghai at the moment and today I was hit by a car on a pedestrian crossing while I had the green light. Two guys jumped out of the car and aulted me. The Police caught the guys and then said that I should be more careful crossing the road and let the guys go. If you think you have right of way on a crossing (even one with lights) in China: think again. China could be a beautiful place but they really don't give a toss about anyone! Watch what you eat as well. There is a restaurant near my hotel with an open door to the kitchen, any morning you can see the cooks sitting on the floor with the days meat (on the floor) cutting it up for the customers. Hygeine is not a word commonly used in China.