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Sure 2008 was a pathetic year, the world lost money, people lost jobs, houses, lives. But the year had some good moments too. Here's recounting the best of 2K+8:

Summer Olympics
If I were to describe the opening of the Beijing Summer Olympics, the greatest show on earth would be an understatement. With more than 15,000 performers, and at the production cost of US$100 million, the four hour long ceremony was spectacular and spellbinding.

The games itself were amazing. World records were sequentially smashed to dust. Michael Phelps won a record 8 gold medals. The most by any Olympian at a single Olympics. Usain Bolt struck lightening on the tracks. And Yelena Isinbayeva broke her own world record, making that her 24th world record.
The summer Olymics, defiantely the highlight of the year.

2008 Brazilian Grand Prix
The most exciting motorsport race ever. Lewis Hamilton snached the world championship on the last bend of the last lap of the last grand prix! Now thats excitement. He also became the youngest to hold the prestegious title.

You have got to see it to believe it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyd5ftzINbs

Barack Obama elected president
The year also saw Barack Obama become president-elect of the United States. The first African American to be elected President.

Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

So thats that. 2008 has had its positives, and negetives. Now its nearly over. And we all can look forward to a bright New Year.

Wishing every one a Happy and prosperous New Year!