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Snapshots: the world in 24 hours, May 13
Updated: 2011-05-14 15:18
(Agencies)
Michael Phelps prepares to swim in the men's 200-meter freestyle finals during the USA Swimming Grand Prix Charlotte Ultra Swim in Charlotte, North Carolina May 13, 2011. [Photo/Agencies] |
Barcelona's players toss coach Pep Guardiola during celebrations for winning the Spanish league first division at Nou Camp stadium in Barcelona May 13, 2011. [Photo/Agencies] |
Specials
The song dynasty
There are MORE THAN 300 types of Chinese operas but two POPULAR varieties are major standouts
Sino-US Dialogue
China and the US hold the third round of the Strategic and Economic Dialogue from May 9-10 in Washington.
Building communities
American architect John Portman and his company have developed more than 30 projects across China.