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Chinese Dancer Paralyzed in Fall

Liu Yan was rehearsing for opening ceremonies; may never walk again

By Kevin Spak,  Newser Staff

Posted Aug 14, 2008 7:23 AM CDT

(Newser) – One of China’s top classical dancers may have been paralyzed for life during rehearsals for the Olympics' opening ceremonies, the New York Times reports. Liu Yan was to perform the show’s only solo number, until she missed a jump to a malfunctioning platform...   Read full story »

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