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BBC Journalist Who Lost Leg in Iraq Carries Olympic Torch
The Olympic torch arrived in London this week, ahead of the opening ceremony on Friday. One man who carried the torch part of the way was BBC producer Stuart Hughes who lost his lower leg in 2003 while covering the war in Iraq.
40 Years Ago, Soviet Gymnast Olga Korbut Dazzled the World
Forty years ago in Munich, Olga Korbut changed the way Americans watched the Olympics. And the tiny pig-tailed athlete inspired girls around the world to take up gymnastics.
Slideshow: Ancient Mayan ‘Place of Bats’
An abandoned Mayan city in northern Guatemala is the subject of today’s geo-quiz. Its name is derived from the millions of bats that live there. Anchor Aaron Schachter learns more about the city and its bats, from Brown University archaeologist, Stephen Houston.
Alfredo Rodriguez: Cuban Pianist Produced by Quincy Jones
Alfredo Rodriguez was a relatively unknown jazz pianist when legendary producer Quincy Jones spotted him at a gig. A month later Rodriguez got a call and was told Quincy Jones would like to produce his first album. Reporter Betto Arcos tells the story.
Can’t use the Olympic Rings? Try a British Flag
The International Olympic Committee doesn’t like businesses using the Olympics logo, or words like gold, to market their products.
The Tallest Man on Earth: Swedish Musician Kristian Matsson
Kristian Matsson is The Tallest Man on Earth. Not literally the tallest man, but that’s what this Swedish musician calls himself.
Egyptian Christians Hit the Beaches on First Day of Ramadan
In the Egyptian coastal city of Alexandria, the beaches are largely empty, because Muslims are observing the first day of Ramadan. But there is one group that’s enjoying the sun and waves — Egyptian Christians.
Sjakie the Baby Sloth Needs Teddy Bear to Survive
A baby sloth needs a teddy bear to survive after its mother wasn’t producing enough milk.
Meat Loaf Sues His British Impersonator Dean Torkington
A singer in Britain is being sued by the American rock star Meat Loaf for being an online impostor.
El Salvador Claims Violence Decline, Mother Still Looks for Kidnapped Son
A recent truce brokered by the Catholic Church has brought down the violence, but that hasn’t helped a woman whose son is still missing.
‘Searching for Sugarman’: Sixto Rodriguez’s Obscure to Icon Journey
A new documentary traces Rodriguez’s fascinating journey from being a forgotten star to an anti-Apartheid icon.
From North Korean Propagandist to Satirist in Exile: The Work of Song Byeok
Song Byeok does satirical art critical of the North Korean regime, including a painting of Marilyn Monroe’s body, with the head of Kim Jong Il.
Pickpockets Target London Games
The British police say they’ve received intelligence that organized gangs from South America and Eastern Europe are planning a crime blitz during the Summer Olympic Games.
Ringmasters: A Swedish Barbershop Quartet
The latest winner of the Barbershop Harmony Society’s quartet competition is Swedish. The quartet are the first champions from outside North America. They won the competition in Portland earlier this month.
Ballet Dancer Michaela DePrince: From Sierra Leone to the Stage
Ballet dancer Michaela DePrince lived in Sierra Leone during the country’s civil war. But despite the overwhelming challenges of surviving a war and coming to America, Michaela has emerged on top.
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