Farmers protests spread to Italy
From the BBC World Service: Protests that started in Poland have spread across Europe, and now Italian farmers are threatening to bring Rome to a standstill. They say they’re taking a stand against red tape, higher costs and competition from cheaper foreign imports. And, millions of people across Asia are getting ready for Lunar New Year celebrations, which start tomorrow. But amidst the fun, fears over the economy \u2014 particular in China \u2014 threaten to dampen the mood.