In an effort to control air pollution just weeks before the opening ceremony of the 2008 Olympic Games, the Chinese government has curbed half of Beijing?s 3.3 million cars, depending on whether the license ends in an odd or even number.

According to CNN, Sunday marked the first day of Beijing?s new plan to reduce air pollution. Skies were relatively clear, however, the true test will come on Monday, the beginning of the work week.

To help deal with the reduced...