Snapshots: The world in 24 hours April 12

A rebel fighter escorts his son away from the front line at the western entrance of Ajdabiyah April 12, 2011. [Photo/Agencies]

A rebel fighter holds his handgun along the front line at the western entrance of Ajdabiyah April 12, 2011. [Photo/Agencies]

Specials

Foreign readers are invited to share your China stories.

China accounted for 33% of global fine art sales.

Lack of sponsorship appears to be why Chinese drivers have yet to race in a Formula 1 event