Most Active Articles 2009-11-24T12:48:44.670-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:beijing-olympics Jessica Sibley jsibley623 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9900545448168217306-384a017cfde882390d481877d02ae92c 2009-11-04T20:39:57.055-05:00

BEIJING (AP) — Chinese officials continue to struggle to find uses for the Bird's Nest Stadium, the iconic centerpiece of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Finding new events for the 80,000-seat venue is a constant problem, Zhou Bin, the stadium's director...

BEIJING (AP) — Chinese officials continue to struggle to find uses for the Bird's Nest Stadium, the iconic centerpiece of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Finding new events for the 80,000-seat venue is a constant problem, Zhou Bin, the stadium's director... http://twurl.nl/mm77oo Ray Kwong rkwong113 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2329744648150472567-ef249b34c45493ed01136ea7a3d94e28 2009-01-03T09:03:00.000-05:00

...with whom she has been since the Beijing Olympics.

...with whom she has been since the Beijing Olympics. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/WomensTennisBlog/~3/501771922/ 25 25 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:538250743747900244-9e3fc4166487688d49d75a2844747aa6 2009-02-22T10:41:27.350-05:00

Many buildings in the city's impressive skyline are empty.

Many buildings in the city's impressive skyline are empty. http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-beijing-bust22-2009feb22,0,1919053,full.story Chi-Chu Tschang ctschang944 12 10 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14049042501554995627-803c2d2305527f8f6a70a1c6c65c8e85 2009-04-01T12:18:00.000-04:00

2008 Olympics. These preparations were not merely about putting up new sports stadiums; China ... could be good hosts during the Beijing...

2008 Olympics. These preparations were not merely about putting up new sports stadiums; China ... could be good hosts during the Beijing... http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayAbstract?fromPage=online&aid=4910308 15 14 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16522015595935936788-293b7de4b8fcb7868d93846bcbf2e1f0 2009-04-07T21:13:00.000-04:00

...last year when she worked as volunteer in Beijing Olympics Game 2008. It is...

...last year when she worked as volunteer in Beijing Olympics Game 2008. It is... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Jialat/~3/45YShdNYTyQ/ 12 12 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6362689006665636131-4af2191f2b711ea3420e4d529f634457 2009-03-19T17:37:09.268-04:00

Li Ning Co Ltd, China's biggest sports goods producer, said on Wednesday that its revenue in 2008 increased by 53.8 percent year-on-year to 6.69 billion yuan, driven by the Olympic Games held in Beijing.

Li Ning Co Ltd, China's biggest sports goods producer, said on Wednesday that its revenue in 2008 increased by 53.8 percent year-on-year to 6.69 billion yuan, driven by the Olympic Games held in Beijing. http://twurl.nl/hficed Ray Kwong rkwong113 5 4 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3381215979384083908-c60bd55cbe930f064837c1fc4875eb6a 2009-04-13T10:46:00.000-04:00

Kong Yansong was in the Beijing Olympics Opening...

Kong Yansong was in the Beijing Olympics Opening... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/chinaSMACK/~3/Ste6womE3P4/ 10 10 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13995111932295222662-2e708e9cc5c9e56a7b8feecda95fdbbc 2009-02-04T01:07:57.259-05:00

By Frederik Balfour Can Michael Phelps Overcome Scandal? Brands always take big risks when they team up with celebrities. Movie stars, pop singers, and athletes have been a great marketing tool; however, by the very virtue of their being constantly...

By Frederik Balfour Can Michael Phelps Overcome Scandal? Brands always take big risks when they team up with celebrities. Movie stars, pop singers, and athletes have been a great marketing tool; however, by the very virtue of their being constantly... http://images.businessweek.com/ss/09/02/0202_china_celebs/index.htm frederik balfour fbalfour026 8 8 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10376132157574745521-84a2659197edf81a6c258232ab743783 2008-08-25T02:52:16.068-04:00

Sizing up who came out on top—spectators, the Chinese, and sponsors—and why the IOC ends up on the losers' list

Sizing up who came out on top—spectators, the Chinese, and sponsors—and why the IOC ends up on the losers' list http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/aug2008/gb20080824_533818.htm?chan=top+news_top+news+index_news+%2B+analysis John A. Byrne jbyrne076 11 8 3 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6660393076817464015-fb9e54daa5687cfb910514cff9e9fc6b 2008-09-09T11:31:06.760-04:00

You gotta hand it to the Chinese. When it comes to spectacle, they’re the best in the world. The Games of the XXIX Olympiad opened at 08:08:08 on 08/08/08 (did I mention that the number 8 is considered to be lucky in Asian cultures?) and it was the most interesting and visually stimulating opening ceremonies ever.

You gotta hand it to the Chinese. When it comes to spectacle, they’re the best in the world. The Games of the XXIX Olympiad opened at 08:08:08 on 08/08/08 (did I mention that the number 8 is considered to be lucky in Asian cultures?) and it was the most interesting and visually stimulating opening ceremonies ever. http://roncasalotti.wordpress.com/2008/08/10/opening-ceremonies-open-wounds/ Ron Casalotti rcasalotti055 11 10 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14295784115592081610-d04dab976fde1aeaabfce89c6daff4e9 2008-11-16T06:24:00.000-05:00

Princess Heartthrobs Related Entries: The 18 Castaways of Survivor Philippines - GMA 7 3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008 - SM Mall of Asia PBB Guardian Big Night Winners Related Entries: The 18 Castaways of Survivor Philippines - GMA 7 3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008

Princess Heartthrobs Related Entries: The 18 Castaways of Survivor Philippines - GMA 7 3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008 - SM Mall of Asia PBB Guardian Big Night Winners Related Entries: The 18 Castaways of Survivor Philippines - GMA 7 3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mukamophil/~3/a_NZPBdCMoc/ 10 10 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6467700704825407696-846cbea711efd55cef7fdd16295b7168 2008-08-11T23:45:20.932-04:00

Hotels in Beijing are slashing room prices for the Olympics by as much as half because reservations have fallen well short of expectations.

Hotels in Beijing are slashing room prices for the Olympics by as much as half because reservations have fallen well short of expectations. http://www.financialpost.com/story.html?id=702249 Diane Brady dbrady877 9 7 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2866596518258970846-1126933db3053fbc0737e320730ce142 2008-08-05T15:08:24.214-04:00

China's blue-sky blues aren't going away even with factory closings and restricted driving. The region's climate is part of the problem.

China's blue-sky blues aren't going away even with factory closings and restricted driving. The region's climate is part of the problem. http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/aug2008/gb2008081_625649.htm?chan=top+news_top+news+index_dialogue+with+readers Ashley Shaner ashaner438 8 5 3 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10304389128731882316-5b4b74667756f8b4edf5dee8c1aa656b 2009-03-09T06:46:25.775-04:00

Return of Olympic Hero Liu Xiang Good News for China's Fans and Coke Posted by: Frederik Balfour on March 09 Here’s some good news for China’s sports fans. Olympic hurdler Liu Xiang, who was forced to pull out of the Beijing games last August...

Return of Olympic Hero Liu Xiang Good News for China's Fans and Coke Posted by: Frederik Balfour on March 09 Here’s some good news for China’s sports fans. Olympic hurdler Liu Xiang, who was forced to pull out of the Beijing games last August... http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/blog/eyeonasia/archives/2009/03/heres_some_good.html frederik balfour fbalfour026 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8249475554718766172-69c8c1ee4ac9ba51ee98c2ef7be6710c 2008-08-25T18:50:20.105-04:00

Many were hoping a new openness would emerge as the mainland took center stage, but most experts agree the Games won't change much

Many were hoping a new openness would emerge as the mainland took center stage, but most experts agree the Games won't change much http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/content/aug2008/gb20080822_895981.htm Lawrence Delevingne ldelevingne869 5 2 3 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1345909724815284883-4a0997d6b1a24352a24d8eeeb9f1d53a 2008-08-16T11:33:13.747-04:00

With viewership up, even among the coveted 18- to 34-year-olds, advertising during the Beijing Olympics may well pay off

With viewership up, even among the coveted 18- to 34-year-olds, advertising during the Beijing Olympics may well pay off http://www.businessweek.com/bwdaily/dnflash/content/aug2008/db20080815_052209.htm?chan=top+news_top+news+index_news+%2B+analysis John A. Byrne jbyrne076 6 4 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6256570819754110749-4036da8e4772173b2ff4633449fee2b3 2009-02-06T00:53:45.898-05:00

Bong of Champions: Michael Phelps' Kellogg Deal Goes up in Smoke Posted by: Frederik Balfour on February 05 Who could forget the great skit on Saturday Night Live last summer where Michael Phelps [playing himself] consumes tens of thousands of...

Bong of Champions: Michael Phelps' Kellogg Deal Goes up in Smoke Posted by: Frederik Balfour on February 05 Who could forget the great skit on Saturday Night Live last summer where Michael Phelps [playing himself] consumes tens of thousands of... http://www.businessweek.com/globalbiz/blog/eyeonasia/archives/2009/02/bong_of_champio.html?campaign_id=rss_blog_eye_on_asia frederik balfour fbalfour026 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12191073190378114280-6d6516824c7f3dba35df956b37820285 2008-08-18T10:10:52.258-04:00

The WSJ on how the gold medal swimmer will try to convert his success in the pool into success in marketing

The WSJ on how the gold medal swimmer will try to convert his success in the pool into success in marketing http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121902136503848419.html?mod=hps_us_whats_news Peter Elstrom pelstrom077 5 3 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12551050442604243332-5a4cda5f2f27ee00b13ebfc4a5a1df26 2008-08-06T13:52:08.456-04:00

By sponsoring the Beijing Olympics in a big, big way, Coke wants the Chinese market to recognize their brand when it comes to "refreshment."

By sponsoring the Beijing Olympics in a big, big way, Coke wants the Chinese market to recognize their brand when it comes to "refreshment." http://www.ajc.com/business/content/business/coke/stories/2008/07/19/cokeolympics_0720.html Sean Greene sgreene359 6 4 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7880307991387164634-89a2f5492c198f24c0d8c8b8872e7910 2009-04-13T16:59:00.000-04:00

Moneytalks Olympics 2008. We even have two equestrian...

Moneytalks Olympics 2008. We even have two equestrian... http://www.porkolt.com/movie-104691.html 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4609414715927719434-de3a505c6567bdad45791b1ef89ee54e 2008-08-29T11:27:10.590-04:00

Churbuck's blog on Beijing Olympics.

Churbuck's blog on Beijing Olympics. http://www.churbuck.com/wordpress/?cat=49 David Churbuck dchurbuck179 5 4 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16503972139886196835-87b24b0573d27b31b07f871d935438de 2008-07-22T08:29:00.522-04:00

The first Games in the world's most populous country has politics written all over it as concerns around China's human rights record reached new heights after its dealing with unrest in Tibet.

The first Games in the world's most populous country has politics written all over it as concerns around China's human rights record reached new heights after its dealing with unrest in Tibet. http://www.bangkokpost.com/sportsplus/sportsplus.php?id=128995 John A. Byrne jbyrne076 5 3 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9599583566642681486-01c939cb4cdffb3c32f6330b2bb1bf2d 2008-08-22T00:00:49.032-04:00

The bikini is over: The flimsy two-piece is no longer the defining form of female swimwear. It will go the way of the Ark, platform shoes and sport utility vehicles. That must certainly be the silent prayer of Stephen Rubin, the chairman of Pentland Group PLC, who has over the past fortnight been mentally toting up his potential profits as Olympic winners emerged from the pool in Beijing's Water Cube clad in Speedo's body-hugging one-piece LZR Racer swimsuit.

The bikini is over: The flimsy two-piece is no longer the defining form of female swimwear. It will go the way of the Ark, platform shoes and sport utility vehicles. That must certainly be the silent prayer of Stephen Rubin, the chairman of Pentland Group PLC, who has over the past fortnight been mentally toting up his potential profits as Olympic winners emerged from the pool in Beijing's Water Cube clad in Speedo's body-hugging one-piece LZR Racer swimsuit. http://www.reportonbusiness.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20080820.weurope0821/BNStory/robColumnsBlogs/home Diane Brady dbrady877 4 2 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4543623979283139201-445fc32db831559dbb5fe2d2452f647f 2008-07-15T08:23:35.412-04:00

Canine cuisine is being sent to the doghouse during next month’s Beijing Olympic Games. Dog meat has been struck from the menus of officially designated Olympic restaurants, and Beijing tourism officials are telling other outlets to discourage consumers from ordering dishes made from dogs, the official Xinhua News Agency reported Friday.

Canine cuisine is being sent to the doghouse during next month’s Beijing Olympic Games. Dog meat has been struck from the menus of officially designated Olympic restaurants, and Beijing tourism officials are telling other outlets to discourage consumers from ordering dishes made from dogs, the official Xinhua News Agency reported Friday. http://yourdailychum.wordpress.com/2008/07/14/dog-meat-off-the-menu-during-the-beijing-olympics/ John A. Byrne jbyrne076 4 1 3 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2997983663217006147-8492fa02760fc92c084ba35538e54c0c 2008-11-27T09:19:00.000-05:00

3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008 - SM Mall of Asia...

3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008 - SM Mall of Asia... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mukamophil/~3/1ZyKHugcrrc/ 6 6 0 0