‘Shock and awe’: Dancers dazzle viewers around the world from Beijing’s National Stadium during the closing ceremony of the 2008 Olympic Games.
08.24.08
Olympic success boosts China’s confidence
The success of the Olympics is expected to help China’s leaders and people trust the rest of the world more readily, and tone down an often aggrieved nationalism.
Staff writer Peter Ford
Staff writer Peter Ford
08.24.08
Beijing Olympics: A tough act for London to follow
The 2012 host faces numerous challenges, including tight budgets, security concerns, and a dearth of homegrown Olympic champions in many sports.
08.24.08
Under blue skies, Beijing dazzled as Olympic host
Gloomy forecasts of smog, terrorism, and rude hosts all but evaporated during the 17-day sports extravaganza, though concern remained about human rights.
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08.22.08 For the unsung javelin throw, millions of superfansMany Olympic events get little notice worldwide but have huge national followings. For Finland, the javelin throw is a national obsession. |
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08.21.08 China: Can Olympic gold last?Its dominance at the Beijing Games’ gold-medal table relied on a massive centralized sports system. |
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08.20.08 How nations dominate niche sportsWhy does China crush opponents in diving? How does South Korea do so well in archery? Excellence in an Olympic sport can be a result of traditions or serendipity. |
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08.20.08 Beijing artist finds front-row seats for Olympic workersAlmost 300,000 migrant workers who constructed Olympics sites and infrastructure were driven out of Beijing before the Games. Now, some are returning to the Bird’s Nest to enjoy their handiwork. Correspondent Simon Montlake talks about a Chinese artist treating migrant workers to some Olympic action in Beijing. |
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08.20.08 An Olympic hero, airbrushed from China’s historyShifting political winds may explain the lack of awareness about Chiu Teng Hiok, who helped the British shine in basketball at the 1924 Paris Games. |
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08.19.08 ‘Redeem Team’ wants more than Olympic goldUS men’s basketball is trying to fix its image (and win) by putting teamwork before ego. Quarterfinals start Wednesday. |
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