The Seoul Games in were really special. For the first time, they enjoyed simultaneous participation by the United States, the Soviet Union and West Germany, and featured not just one, but two iconic songs. Just like Whitney Houston's, this song sends an upbeat message of unity, heralding the end of the Cold War. The Canadian artist performed to more than , people at the stadium and more than 3.
And she did not disappoint. The Icelandic singer stole the show at the opening of the Games with a beautiful performance. The Hillsong's Wildlife Summer Camp is being held as artists across Australia are forced to cancel events due to Covid. Read more about it here. Half of NSW's population could be infected with COVID in the first wave of the Omicron variant, but the health system is faring better than even the most optimistic predictions, authorities say.
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And she did not disappoint. The Icelandic singer stole the show at the opening of the Games with a beautiful performance. Read full article.
More content below. Tokyo Games. As you count down the days to the Aug. The video was recorded in , when Barcelona was selected to host the games. Bjork, Tiesto Help Ring in Olympics. One song was not nearly enough for the games. This ball of Canadian fromage had all the keywords heart, magic spark, fire, strength, flame, the power of the dream, inspiration, courage , plus those majestic horns and giant gospel choir.
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