Citius, Altius, Fortius
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The new Olympic museum combines all the amenities of an American sports hall of fame with fine art exhibits, both art depicting sports and collections from prospective Olympics cities. US halls of fame that wish to be international, such as tennis, must find a similar European appeal.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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Asia: Chinese grist to the Malthusian mills
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China's growing demand for grains, combined with its own output shortage could result in a drastic rise of world prices for food. Poor harvests and an inability to grow its own grains has led China to become overly reliant on imported grains.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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Citius, Altius, Sericius: Chinese athletes
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Chinese athletes dominated the 1992 Olympics because of the strict, state-provided training they received. Training begins in early childhood for talented individuals.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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