Articles related to "2008 Olympics"

Due to a complicated tie breaking procedure that no longer allows for double medals in gymnastics, Nastia Liukin was edged out on the bars. Yang finished third.

Sunday night was full of surprises in women's gymnastics. Johnson was pushed out of gold again at the last minute on floor, and a mistake on vault pushed Cheng to third.

Though some scores at the Beijing Olympics have been unexpectedly low or high, it is unlikely that actual bias is involved, or even that results have been affected.

The start order does not look good for Nastia Liukin in the uneven bars final, but her high A-score could give her the advantage over gymnasts like He and Semenova.

The summer Olympics are always so much fun to watch, and now you can create a series of parties based on the Olympic theme.

The invitations are sent for your Olympic party (see the first article in this series), and you've started to set your teams.

Jill Kintner is the first American to win an Olympic medal in BMX racing. How does a girl grow up dominate in a sport that is predominantly male-oriented?

The Men's U.S. Basketball Squad on a mission to take the gold, and restore American Basketball Pride

The 2008 Olympics start on August 8, 2008 in Beijing, China and the US Men's Olympic Gymnastics Team is prepared to compete.

BMX, also known as bicycle motocross, will be making its debut at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. Three men and one woman make up the US team.

Reports say the ad outlook is pessimistic for everything from the New York Times and network television to magazines, online display, social sites and mobile networks.

The Chinese tourism industry is lifting its game in the wake of the olympics and a new age of five-star hotels and luxury vacations is on the horizon.

Information for fans looking for official Beijing 2008 Olympics competitions and results. Also, data on world rankings and published world and Olympic records.

Smog, earthquakes, Africa, Dalai Lama, human rights, finance and now Internet & media censorship are headlines that have become synonymous with the 2008 Summer Olympics.

The Danes of Greenland, the Arctic's Nenet Indians, the Russians, the Mongols and Chinese may all claim the title: the best place to view the August 1st solar eclipse.

A look at China's crackdown in Tibet, a brief history of the disputed region and why it has taken the forthcoming Beijing Olympics to bring it to the world's attention.

Nigerian attacker Chinedu Obasi is a big part of the potent offense that has promoted side 1899 Hoffenheim atop the German Bundesliga.

Donny Robinson has gone from a rookie on the pro BMX circuit to Olympic medalist in only six years.

Serbia midfielder Gojko Kacar helped Hertha Berlin reach the UEFA Europa League this season. He also is big part of Serbia's national team future.

As Deontay Wilder, a 2008 Olympic boxing bronze medalist, begins his pro career, his goal is to continue learning as he progresses.

Following Secretary Clinton's lead, Speaker Pelosi upholds President Obama's Charm China Offensive 11 days prior to the 20th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre.

Melanie Schlanger is one of at least four Australian women to compete in the 100m freestyle time-trials for Beijing 2008. Only two women are selected per individual race

After four seasons in the NBA, Mike D'Antoni became a legendary playmaker and coach in Europe before making it as a successful coach in the NBA.

Despite the disappointing silver medal finish for the US team, Liukin has four more shots at gold and her experience may serve her well in the finals.

Football giants Germany and Brazil played to a 1-1 draw in a friendly in front of a record crowd on the same day the slogan for the 2011 World Cup was unveiled.

After a disappointing silver-medal finish in the team competition, US gymnasts Johnson and Liukin both hope to regroup and battle for 2008 Olympic All Around gold.

San Diego State University pitching ace Stephen Strasburg selected first in 2009 MLB draft but questions remain on contract with Nationals, hype out of college.

On July 19th, USA Gymnastics announced the names of the 2008 Women's Olympic Gymnastics Team. Find out who made it and how likely they are to win in Beijing.

Iranian clubs - many backed by the Iranian government - dish out high salaries to Americans while Iranians enjoy U.S. culture but mourn tragic basketball death.

Here's how advertisers experimented with website promotions to communicate with millions of 2008 Olympic fans.

The Beijing Zoo specializes in animals native to China. Most of these get scant attention as people mainly want to see the giant panda, the symbol of China to the world.

A look at some of the moments in Extreme Sports that had people talking in 2006.

Turkish basketball officials were considering sending prized 16-year-old prospect Enes Kanter to a U.S. high school. Thursday he celebrated his debut in the Euroleague.

The sailing venue for the 2012 London Olympics is the first Olympic venue to be showcased to the world as it is completed ahead of schedule.

France are always among the favorites for a handball event. That was the same case for the 2009 World Championship in Croatia. And France now have a third world title.

Expect hot and humid weather for the Beijing Summer Olympics. The Chinese government aims to keep Beijing dry during the Olympics Games by using weather modifications.

A profile of BMX rider, and recent silver medalist, Mike Day.

Each Olympics the International Olympic Committee announces new races, disciplines and sports for the competition programme and this year is no exception.

A collection of online resources providing information, education and advocacy for sustainable development around the world.

The first Olympic BMX competition is over and the US team claimed their place in history by winning three medals.

With the Women's Professional Soccer inaugural season underway, world-class international footballers like Marta and Kelly Smith are already making their mark.

Manager Terry Collins faces an up-hill battle at the 2009 World Baseball Classic as he guides a China team expected to be over-manned.

Cuba look to get some revenge and win the 2009 World Baseball Classic after losing the 2006 edition in the final to Japan.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is arguably the world's fastest growing combat sport. Discover the roots of MMA and its place in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

A group of brave American individuals have looked past the political heat between the U.S. and Iran and did their part to help the Iranians reach the Olympics.

The five remaining contestants meet with designers in Shanghai. Nigel Barker photographs the girls for their shoot and causes nervous tension. One girl goes home.

The Baiji river dolphin in China's Yangtze River is extinct despite sightings. Soon more species in the Yangtze will be lost. Scientists call it an evolutionary tragedy.

As one of the fastest-growing international cities in the world, Beijing has loads of nightlife opportunities for visitors looking for a night on the town.

Sanlitun bar street may be the most famous bar district in Beijing, but venturing beyond the tourist traps along the main road leads to better nightlife.

George St. Pierre has made it very clear that he wants to wrestle in the 2012 Olympics in London for the Canadian Olympic wrestling team. The chances are very slim.