2008 Summer Olympics In Beijing China Blog

D’Alessandro joins Portsmouth on loan (Fox Sports)
Argentine midfielder Andres D’Alessandro joined Portsmouth on loan Tuesday from German side Wolfsburg.

Beijing on time with 2008 Olympics preparations (Amusement Business)
BEIJING (Reuters) — The huge digital clock on Beijing’s Tiananmen Square shows there are still some 1,100 days until the start of the 2008 Olympics. The Chinese capital, however, is already well on its way toward being ready.

Turin, Beijing Olympics present contrast (New Kerala)
TURIN, Italy: The 2006 Winter Olympics next month in Italy, stands in contrast to the 2008 Summer Games set for Beijing, with China Games more financially flush than Italy.

Beijing Olympics sparks Asian tourist bonanza (Independent Online)
The Beijing Olympic Games in the summer of 2008, while turning the cultural focus on China, could nonetheless represent a tourist boom in neighbouring countries, as Chris Wright found out.

Turin, Beijing Olympics present contrast (UPI)
TURIN, Italy, Jan. 19 (UPI) — The 2006 Winter Olympics next month in Italy, stands in contrast to the 2008 Summer Games set for Beijing, with China Games more financially flush than Italy.

The Everyday China (The Philadelphia Inquirer)
A waitress in a red uniform waved us into the Fu Xen Yuan restaurant off Wangfujing Street, a busy pedestrian promenade known more for Western chains such as McDonald’s and KFC than quaint cafes.

Adidas sees Beijing Olympics sponsorship as key to conquering China (The Star Online)
SHANGHAI, China: When Adidas brought NBA star Tracy McGrady to China last August for a well-funded publicity tour, all 800 pairs of a special edition basketball shoe sold out at stores in a single day.

China to recruit 100,000 volunteers for Beijing Games (Daily Times)
BEIJING: Organisers of the 2008 Beijing Olympics will launch a recruiting drive this summer for 100,000 volunteer helpers, state media said on Monday. The Beijing Organising Committee for the 2008 Olympics says 70,000 will serve the 2008 Summer Olympics and 30,000 the Paralympics, Xinhua news

Powley Bikes Across America for U.S. Field Hockey
University of Maryland - Four-time All-American and U.S. National Team member Lauren Powley is taking a tour across America raising money for the U.S. Field Hockey program and asking fans for any help. Read a letter below from Lauren. Hi Hockey Fans! My name is Lauren Powley

Dreams realized, Giddens unsure about 2008 Olympics 
Green Bay Press-Gazette - Jan 21 2:09 AM
As a child, Rebecca Giddens knew what she wanted to do with her life. She didn’t want to be a teacher, lawyer or doctor, though. Those would have been too easy.Save to My Web

Beijing to start recruiting Olympic volunteers in August (People’s Daily)
Beijing Olympic organizers will start in August to recruit volunteers for the 2008 Games.

Lenovo to keep athletes connected at Turin winter Olympics (People’s Daily)
China’s computer giant Lenovo announced on Tuesday that it will launch and operate seven internet lounges during next month’s Turin winter Olympics for athletes, coaches and officials to stay in touch with their families and supporters.

Olympics: France needs time to think over potential 2018 Winter Games bid: minister (Channel NewsAsia)
GRENOBLE, France : French Sports Minister Jean-Francois Lamour said the reasons behind his country’s failed bids to host the 2004, 2008 and 2012 Olympics must be fully understood before Grenoble submits its candidacy to host the 2018 Winter Games.

Turin’s Olympics Strike Gold (BusinessWeek)
Just a few months ago, the games’ financial success was in question. But expanded TV coverage and sponsorships have proven a winning formula

China to recruit 100,000 volunteers for Beijing Games (Daily Times)
BEIJING: Organisers of the 2008 Beijing Olympics will launch a recruiting drive this summer for 100,000 volunteer helpers, state media said on Monday. The Beijing Organising Committee for the 2008 Olympics says 70,000 will serve the 2008 Summer Olympics and 30,000 the Paralympics, Xinhua news

The Everyday China (The Philadelphia Inquirer)
A waitress in a red uniform waved us into the Fu Xen Yuan restaurant off Wangfujing Street, a busy pedestrian promenade known more for Western chains such as McDonald’s and KFC than quaint cafes.

Friend or food? Year of the Dog brings mixed fortunes for canines in China (Channel NewsAsia)
HONG KONG - The Chinese Year of the Dog dawns on Sunday, but it brings mixed fortunes for man’s best friend in a culture where people increasingly keep canines as pets while others condemn them to the cooking pot.

Chance for Kids funding announced
Whistler Question, Canada - Jan 26, 2006 His five-year plan includes a medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. He placed eighth at the 2005 UCI World Mountain Bike Championships.

Spring in Beijing and other Chinese locales
Daily Pilot, CA - Jan 12, 2006 Beijing is in full-throttle preparations for the 2008 Summer Olympics; beautiful plantings and modern sculptures were everywhere.

Cameras being tested to catch traffic offenders
International Herald Tribune, France - Jan 4, 2006 in the Forbidden City - the world’s biggest palace - will close for renovations this week, but will reopen in time for the 2008 Summer Olympics, state media

China to recruit 100,000 volunteers for Beijing Games (Daily Times)
BEIJING: Organisers of the 2008 Beijing Olympics will launch a recruiting drive this summer for 100,000 volunteer helpers, state media said on Monday. The Beijing Organising Committee for the 2008 Olympics says 70,000 will serve the 2008 Summer Olympics and 30,000 the Paralympics, Xinhua news

So You Want To Be an Olympic Sponsor? (BrandWeek)
Odds are, until very recently, the average American had never heard of Lindsey Jacobellis.

Adidas Sees Sponsorship of 2008 Olympics As Key to Rooting Brand in Minds of Chinese Consumers (Money Sense)
When Adidas brought NBA star Tracy McGrady to China last August for a well-funded publicity tour, all 800 pairs of a special edition basketball shoe sold out at stores in a single day. The sportswear maker hopes the enthusiasm that the young Chinese showed for those $170 shoes will spill over to the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Beijing Olympics sparks Asian tourist bonanza (Independent Online)
The Beijing Olympic Games in the summer of 2008, while turning the cultural focus on China, could nonetheless represent a tourist boom in neighbouring countries, as Chris Wright found out.

Turin’s Olympics Strike Gold (BusinessWeek)
Just a few months ago, the games’ financial success was in question. But expanded TV coverage and sponsorships have proven a winning formula

Beijing to start recruiting Olympic volunteers
- BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhuanet) — Beijing Olympic organizers will start in August to recruit volunteers for the 2008 Games. According to the Beijing Organizing Committee for the 2008 Olympics (BOCOG), altogether 100,000 volunteers will be needed before

China to recruit 100,000 volunteers for Beijing Games
Daily Times - BEIJING: Organisers of the 2008 Beijing Olympics will launch a recruiting drive this summer for 100,000 volunteer helpers, state media said on Monday. The Beijing Organising Committee for the 2008 Olympics says 70,000 will serve the 2008 Summer

Cerf s up in the Pacific Rim
Network World Fusion - HONOLULU - At the Pacific Telecommunications Council s 28th conference here, Internet pioneer Vint Cerf declared that major Internet growth will now come from Asia, which represents 56% of the world s population. At 332 million users, Asia

Nets hit the road on a roll 
The Star-Ledger - Jan 07 11:10 PM
This isn’t the same Nets team that was searching for an identity the last time it went on an extended road trip, heading out West for five games early in the season.Save to My Web

Wrestler’s toughness on the mat key to Oklahoma’s title chances
NewsOK.com (subscription), OK - Jan 13, 2006 Hazewinkel’s title hopes extend internationally, where he’s ranked among the top rising Greco Roman wrestlers for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.

Chance for Kids funding announced
Whistler Question, Canada - Jan 26, 2006 His five-year plan includes a medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. He placed eighth at the 2005 UCI World Mountain Bike Championships.

Mentor lights the way for Olympic hopeful
Hope Standard, Canada - Jan 26, 2006 was. . Closing out his speech, Ethan said, So watch Brent Hayden make a splash in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.

Mentor lights the way for Olympic hopeful
Hope Standard, Canada - Jan 26, 2006 was. . Closing out his speech, Ethan said, So watch Brent Hayden make a splash in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.