Rio delivers a simple, but spirited, Olympic welcome
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) What it lacked in flash, Rio made up for with feeling. With a limited budget, the consequence of a biting recession that roiled preparations for South […]
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Rio Olympics opening ceremony highlights Brazil, environment
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) There’s nothing like the unique Brazilian vibe – and the opening ceremony for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro will see no shortage of […]
Continue ReadingPhelps named U.S. flag bearer for Rio Opening Ceremony
RIO DE JANEIRO (CNN) – Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, has been selected as the U.S. flag bearer for the opening ceremony of the Rio Olympic Games […]
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