Material girl gambled big and lost

Helen of Troy had a face that launched a thousand ships, but in Chinese history more women have toppled dynasties with just one look, so to speak. Or so people believe.

Guo Meimei, who received a five-year prison sentence on Thursday for running an illegal casino could have a place in that hall of fame, or shall we call it a "Hall of Infamy"? In 2011, she single-handedly ruined the reputation of the Red Cross of China - by flaunting her extravagant lifestyle on her micro blog.

Oh, she also claimed to be the manager of a company linked to the charity. Wang Jun, Guo's then-boyfriend, also ran a business that was a recognized fundraising partner of the society. So, Guo was four degrees removed from the Red Cross.