Why did China suspend the imports of some products?

China says it has suspended imports of frozen chicken feet, pig ears and other animal parts from at least seven American companies. Inspectors found the products were impure. Chinese officials say the products contained small amounts of salmonella, bacteria and banned chemicals. The government has not said how long the imports will be suspended.

Former Presidents George Bush and Bill Clinton have met Sri Lankan children who survived December’s devastating tsunami. The former political rivals are assessing how the U.S. can help rebuild affected countries. Young survivors of the deadly Tsunami sang and performed dances during the visit by George Bush and Bill Clinton to a trauma center on Sri Lankan southern coast. Others drew crayon pictures of their terrifying experiences to show to the former U.S. presidents.