Two pro-Tibet activists who held a dramatic protest at China's embassy in San Francisco will appear in court later this month to face criminal charges, justice officials said Friday. ...Read More
Bush denounced for upcoming church visit in China ...Read More
Greece said Friday it had filed a complaint with the Beijing Olympic committee over the use of the name "Macedonia" in relation to Skopje's entry to the Olympic Games on its official website. ...Read More
BERLIN (AFP) - Germany's veteran goalkeeper Jens Lehmann is handing in his international gloves after 10 years' service, the German football federation (DFB) said on Friday. ...Read More
BEIJING (AFP) - China's once-in-a-lifetime Olympic dream became reality Friday as the Beijing Games opened with a dazzling ceremony showcasing the nation's ancient civilization and an offer of friendship to the world. ...Read More
LOS ANGELES (AFP) - John McEnroe says Pete Sampras is surely breathing a sigh of relief with Roger Federer's impending drop from the world number one spot after four and a half years of domination. ...Read More
China's once-in-a-lifetime Olympic dream became reality Friday as the Beijing Games opened with a dazzling ceremony showcasing the nation's ancient civilization and an offer of friendship to the world. ...Read More
Thundering volleys of fireworks exploded over the "Bird's Nest" stadium in the shape of a blossoming red flower Friday as China put its rich history on full display in a breathtaking opening ceremony. ...Read More
BEIJING (AFP) - The US men's gymnastics team has urged fans not to write off its Beijing Olympic prospects after injury robbed the squad of its two best performers. ...Read More
| 03:50 am: | US activists face charges for China embassy stunt |
| 03:26 am: | Bush denounced for upcoming church visit in China |
| 03:26 am: | Greek Olympic committee protests over 'Macedonia' name entry |
| 03:21 am: | Veteran Germany keeper Lehmann exits national squad |
| 03:13 am: | China dazzles, offers friendship as Games open |