8 Highlights & Oddities from the 19th Asian Games

We recap some of the unforgettable moments and quirks that made this event a unique spectacle.

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This Day in History: Zhu Jianhua Sets High Jump World Record

On June 11, 1983 Shanghai-born high jumper Zhu Jianhua cleared 2.37m at a meet in Beijing, setting a new world record.

by Ned Kelly, 09 June 2023

This Day in History: The 2008 Beijing Olympics Opening Ceremony

A look back at the first ever Olympics to be hosted in China.

by Grace Mulamba, 08 August 2022

This Day in History: China Star Li Ning Shines at 1984 Olympics

Defying a Soviet Union-led boycott, Li Ning earns the nickname Prince of Gymnasts.

by Ned Kelly, 28 July 2022

Here's How to Watch the Tokyo 2020 Olympics Online in China

Some links that work without the pesky firewall.

by That's Shenzhen, 26 July 2021

China Takes Home 1st Gold Medal of Tokyo Olympics

The twenty-one-year-old set an Olympic record score of 251.8.

by Rakini Bergundy, 26 July 2021

Is Shanghai Planning on Hosting the 2032 Summer Olympics?

A top city official hinted to international media this week that Shanghai is considering a bid to host the 2032 Summer Olympics.

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