Heavenly drums, silver bell dancers, light wheels and flying men took center stage to greet guests at the National Stadium Sunday for the closing celebration of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. "You made the Games," said IOC President Jacques Rogge. [Full Coverage] [Photo Gallery]
US team 'redeemed' on final day of firstsThe Games of the 29th Olympiad are finally over and concluded with 12 finals including a new Olympic record in the Men's Marathon, China and Mongolia collecting their first-ever Olympic Boxing medals and Russia retaining its Rhythmic Gymnastics All Around crown.
Interview with Giselle Davies, IOC Communications Director.
[Video][Full story]"My goal is the process of enjoying the Olympics." said Sheila Taormina.
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