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The big day arrives: Beijing abuzz ahead of Games opening

The big day has finally arrived. Seven years on from the decision to award Beijing the 2008 Summer Olympics the Games are set to begin with a “big bang” at the opening ceremony at the Bird’s Nest. I’ve only been in Beijing a week... ...full story at Countdown to Beijing

from Countdown to Beijing on Fri, Aug 08 2008

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