Beijing Olympics 2008

China As Host Country

With Olympics Over, China's Self-Confidence Soars

The games allowed China to show off its modernity and organization.

A Beijing Neighborhood Changes

A reporter returns to his old neighborhood and finds new wealth — and some repression.

China Celebrates Success Of Olympic Games

National pride in the host country goes beyond the gold medals won by Chinese athletes.

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Inside The Games

U.S. Men Reclaim Basketball Gold

The American "Redeem Team" got redemption by beating Spain, 118-107.

U.S. Wins Basketball Gold As Olympics Wind Down

The U.S. men's basketball team won the gold medal in an exciting victory over Spain.

What Went Wrong For The U.S. Track Team

Botched relay handoffs, blown leads and injuries have kept the gold medal count below expectations.

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Olympics In Pictures


See daily photo galleries, from preparations to the closing ceremonies in Beijing.

Explore China


See how its cultural, economic and political influences are expanding.
 

Profiles: Bound For Beijing

Sparring Partners Helps Others Excel In Olympics

Some athletes have been training to go to Beijing — only they were never planning to compete.

Amputee Swimmer Dives Into Olympic Marathon

Natalie du Toit of South Africa is redefining "disability."

Gymnast Shawn Johnson Claims Gold

Shawn Johnson won the balance-beam competition, completing a series of athletic flips and twists.

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