Glass Sword of Damocles.

The article discusses the growing concern for the safety of glass curtain walls in China's buildings. First installed in Shanghai in 1985, glass wall curtains have raised concern over their safety following a series of accidents in May and August 2011. Aside from being a safety hazard, the structures are also linked to light pollution and excessive energy use. Authorities in Shanghai and Xiamen have started to set strict building restrictions and safety inspections to protect the public.