It is Wednesday, January 5th, 2011.
 - The US special envoy for North Korea is now set to take part in talks with Chinese officials today.
 - The Chinese government has now confirmed its invitation -- but not its intent -- to view Iran's nuclear facilities.
 - One of Pakistan's leading politicians has been assisnated amid the rising political uncertianty in the country.
 - In Business
The head of China's central bank is now predicting that this past year's GDP in this country may come in in double-digits.
 - In Sports
The head coach of China's men's soccer team now said his side is full of confidence heading into the Asian Cup.
 - In Entertainment,
Veteran singer Vivian Chow has now announced new concert dates for later this year.