In Sydney, they were at the core of a successful event. In Athens, they helped to create what was hailed as the "Magic Games", showcasing the Greek legacy of humanism. And this year, in Beijing, the invisible legions of volunteers are once again poised to make the Olympics a groundbreaking episode living up to its reputation - a powerful signal of rejuvenation for the host country, its identity, values and sense of achievement.
When our friend called, we didn't take the earthquake seriously. Beijing had experienced minor earthquakes before, but they hadn't caused much havoc. When my sister called, I realized this was serious.
As the Olympic torch relay crosses China, its 5,000-year old civilization is catching fire with the 3,000-year old Olympic spirit.
On the south bank of Weihe River at the foot of the Qinling Mountains, Xi'an, capital of Shaanxi province, is world-renowned for its archaeological treasures and rich cultural heritage.
Her long hair flowing down to her skinny shoulders instead of resting in a topknot as in her portraits, Sa Dingding exudes the assured air of a star who takes her role very seriously.
World-renowned groups such as Huun-Huur-Tu came together in Shanghai recently with unknown farmer musicians such as those of the Pumi ethnic group from Yunnan province to present a kaleidoscopic view of music in the world.
On April 26, 2007, each mobile phone subscriber of Guanghan, a city in Southwest China's Sichuan province, received a short message from the local government, reading: "Guanghan, hometown of Sanxingdui Ruins and birthplace of Yangtz River culture, will be one of the torch relay cities for the 2008 Olympics."
Do you want to be a two-day farmer, a friend asks me just before the May Day holiday. Why not, I think, it must be a lot of fun. I accept happily, hoping to have a real Labor Day.
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