Learn about the preceding events to the 2008 Olympics in China.
It is China's Turn To Shine
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Olympics Opening Ceremony
What Are The Olympics?
The Olympic Games is an international multi-sport event established for both summer and winter games. There have been two generations of the Olympic Games; the first were the Ancient Olympic Games (; ) held at Olympia, Greece. The second, known as the Modern Olympic Movement, were first held in 1896, in Athens, Greece.
The modern Olympics feature the Summer Games and Winter Games. The Paralympic and Youth Olympic Games are variations on the Modern Olympic Movement.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) was founded in 1894 on the initiative of a French nobleman, Pierre Frédy, Baron de Coubertin. His vision was to bring together amateur athletes from around the world to compete in a variety of events. The IOC has become the governing body of the "Olympic Movement," a conglomeration of sporting federations that are responsible for the organization of the Games. The evolution of the Olympic Movement has forced the IOC to change Coubertin's time-honored ideals. The original vision...
Meet An Olympics Mascot
2008 Summer Olympic Mascot in Beijing
Is an honor to have Huan Huan and Ying Ying visiting us in South Florida at the Chinese Festival Feb 21, 2008. Huan Huan (Red) In the intimate circle of Fuwa, Huanhuan is the big brother. He is a child of fire, symbolizing the Olympic Flame and the passion of sport -- and passion is the blessing he bestows. Huanhuan stands in the center of Fuwa as the core embodiment of the Olympic spirit. And while he inspires all with the passion to run faster, jump higher and be stronger, he is also open and inviting. Wherever the light of Huanhuan shines, the inviting warmth of Beijing 2008 -- and the wishful blessings of the Chinese people -- can be felt. The fiery designs of his head ornament are drawn from the famed Dunhuang murals -- with just a touch of China's traditional lucky designs. Huanhuan is outgoing and enthusiastic. He excels at all the ball games and represents the red Olympic ring. Ying Ying (Yellow) Like all antelopes, Yingying is fast and agile and can swiftly cover great stretches of land as he races across the earth. A symbol of the vastness of China's landscape, the antelope carries the blessing of health, the strength of body that comes from harmony with nature. Yingying's flying pose captures the essence of a species unique to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, one of the first animals put under protection in China. The selection of the Tibetan Antelope reflects Beijing's commitment to a Green Olympics. His head ornament incorporates several decorative styles from the Qinghai-Tibet and Sinkiang cultures and the ethnic design traditions of Western China. Strong in track and field events, Yingying is a quick-witted and agile boy who represents the yellow Olympic ring. A 100-episode Olympic-themed cartoon series featuring the Fuwa was released in China on August 8, 2007. They make also make a cameos in the Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games video game.
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Images Of The Olympic Rings
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The Chinese Pollution Contraversy
[Channel 4 News] China pollution KOs marathon bid
2008.03.10 By Lucy Manning: "Ethiopia's marathon world record holder Haile Gebrselassie blames pollution for his decision not to run in the Beijing Olympics marathon. He's the world record holder - but Haile Gebrselassie won't be running the marathon in this summer's Olympic games. The Ethiopian runner, who suffers from asthma, said the massive pollution in China was a threat to his health. Gerbselassie said he would compete in the 10,000 metre event instead. He's not the only runner to express worries about China's climate problem. Britain's Paula Radcliffe has called in pollution experts to help her Olympic plans."
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The Olympic Algae Problem
Blue-green algae threatens the Olympics
Read the full story about China's algae problem: http://observers.france24.com/en/content/20080703-olympics-watersports-algae-china-pollution
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Lets Not Forget The Chinese Olympics Human Rights Issues
China Stop The Genocide in Tibet and Darfur - No More Holocausts
Help stop the suffering caused by China's human rights violations. Please pass this video on to all your friends. Human Rights should be for all. Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Happiness is the divine right of all living beings. Happy 4th Of July!... For everyone! The world remained silent when over 6 million Jews lost their life in the Holocaust of WWII. We can't continue to stay silent as this happens again. Not on our watch. Get the facts on China's human rights violations in Tibet and Darfur.
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The Olympic Internet Censorship Scandal
IOC probes China censorship claims
Jul 29 - The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is looking into reports of internet censorship for journalists covering the Olympics. As the Olympic Games approach, there are still limits to the amount of internet access granted to reporters. China's foreign ministry says some websites will remain blocked.
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