Not sure what to say about the above video because I don’t understand the language. But here’s a report from newamericamedia: A 50-second reporting piece on the Olympics and the earthquake from the Chinese Central Television (CCTV) might have been staged. The post on the Chinese-language website has a Youtube link to the story, which [...]
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Hello, Pakistanian Athletes :-)
A young ambassador for the Beijing Olympic Games meets Pakistanian athletes. Story here. One of the guys look like Novak Djokovic, no? PHOTO SOURCE: Beijing 2008
Tonique Williams-Darling’s Gold Medal Run in Athens
A video of Tonique Williams-Darling’s gold medal winning run in the 400-meter event. Tonique represented the Bahamas during the 2004 Athens Olympics. Tonique took 2007 off because of injuries but is looking forward to the Beijing Olympics.
Roush Olympic Prediction: China Rising
Add US Olympic Committee chief Steve Roush to the growing list of people who says that China will vie for the top spot in Beijing. Among his reasons: * A highly competitive team* The traditional home-field advantage that host nations enjoy* Increased incentives for athletes* Large infusion of funds for sports* The world’s best coaches [...]
