Opening the window on another world

The curtain has risen on the second act of the five-ring circus that is the biggest bash China has ever thrown.

Surely, the country has worked hard to host both the Olympics and Paralympics. And the fun and Games have provided a much-needed reprieve from what has been an exceptionally tough year for China.

So people should embrace the festive spirit to the fullest, relishing in every morsel of fun the Paralympics offers.