Beijing Olympics opening ceremony stuns the world
Published: 08 August, 2008, 19:19
Edited: 28 September, 2009, 13:03
Echo of mortal combat in South Ossetia could be felt in Beijing where the 2008 Summer Olympic Games have started on Friday.
The Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who was attending the Olympics’ opening ceremony, says the timing of the Georgian actions is deliberate as the eyes of the world are drawn to China and the spectacular Olympic ceremonies.
And starting with a bang, the Olympic opening ceremony is both explosive and captivating. And despite the fact that it's hard for politics and sport to stay separated – for even one night – the Olympic spirit prevailed.
07.08.2008, 22:09
Russia’s Olympians get their home away from homeThe world is counting down the hours before the Summer Olympics kick off in Beijing. In a bid to boost its chances for gold, the Russian squad has got itself a home away from home in Beijing. The “Russian House” has opened by one of the city's |
09.08.2008, 03:50
Markswoman wins Russia's first medal in BeijingRussia markswoman Lyubov Galkina has won the first Olympic medal for her country in Beijing. She took a silver in the 10 metre air rifle contest after the Czech Republic’s Katerina Emmons won gold. |
