China in Olympics

Children walk toward Olympic dreams

2012-08-14 14:11:32

A four-member race-walking team has been training every day at the Anfu Square since 2010. They are instructed by Zou Guilin, a 51-year-old coach who is also the first trainer of the famous Chinese race walker Liu Hong.

Chinese tourists spend big at Olympics

2012-08-13 22:06:31

Chinese tourists spent an average of 203.04 pounds ($318) per purchase in the first week of the London Olympic Games, topping the list of per-purchase spenders

Beijing Olympics just keeps on giving

2012-08-12 15:40:30

The 2008 Beijing Olympic Games not only amazed the world, but also has had a great influence on the host city of Beijing over the last four years.

Culture adds muscle to the Olympic experience

2012-08-12 10:25:29

Ruth Mackenzie was in awe upon seeing pottery-made dancing women who once accompanied Chinese imperial tombs now exhibiting at Cambridge's Fitzwilliam Museum.

Collecting memories and medals

2012-08-12 09:33:30

It is not just the athletes who have a passion for Olympic medals. Chen Hongkang has been collecting them for more than 35 years.

'There is no perfect Olympics'

2012-08-12 08:53:17

Former Chinese Olympic Committee vice-president Wei Jizhong urged the public not to compare the London Olympics with the "unparalleled" Beijing Games.

Chinese Olympians get warm support from family

2012-08-12 07:59:38

The most important cheerleaders for some of the Chinese Olympic athletes are their parents. They are also the voices that tell the stories behind the pain and glory.

Chinese media team a huge force in London

2012-08-09 09:51:14

As Chinese athletes compete in the London Olympic Games, China's media are also attracting a lot of attention.

China 'embracing' Olympic spirit

2012-08-10 01:44:45

If memories were awarded medals, Thomas Bach would give China a gold medal every time.

Chinese media team a huge force in London

2012-08-09 09:51:14

As Chinese athletes compete in the London Olympic Games, China's media are also attracting a lot of attention.

Chinese teenager sings in Olympic spirit

2012-08-09 09:25:23

Doudou, a 13 year old Chinese girl who made a name by singing the Beijing Olympic theme song "You and Me", performed a solo concert at the Hackney Empire theatre on Wednesday.