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Panda Cub Named ‘Bao Bao’

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To the sound of oohs and aahs from assembled guests, the world's new favorite giant panda cub was named "Bao Bao" during a ceremony at the National Zoo Sunday. Officials from China and the Smithsonian announced the 100-day-old cub's name, which was the result of 123,000 votes placed around the world. Her name means precious or treasure. The exciting event featured lion dancers and Chinese food.

Read it at The Washington Post