London Olympics News

Op-Ed: Speed dating at the British Library

London - Like books? Like intelligent women? You can combine the two at the British Library next week, but whoever devised this novel event has a poor sense of timing.

In the Media by Alexander Baron

Hundreds turn out for gruelling cycle ride with Bradley Wiggins

Barnoldswick - Several hundred keen cycle enthusiasts have donned their Spandex one-piece kits and crash hats, so they can join gold medal winner Bradley Wiggins on his 160km (100-mile) training ride through the outstanding natural beauty of Lancashire's country roads.

In the Media by Kev Hedges

Op-Ed: Musings on 2012 Olympics and how the triple jump's the best sport

I have a few thoughts on the passing of another Olympics, and on the Olympics in general, and I’ll begin by admitting I’ve not met anyone who's competed at the Games and yet whenever a fellow Canadian wins I jump about like he or she is my best friend

In the Media by Marcus Hondro - 5 comments

The Most Memorable Athletes Don't Always Win A Medal

London - As the games of the 30th Summer Olympiad come to an end, we tend to reminisce about the spectacular athletic feats we have witnessed over the last two weeks. There are of course many wonderful moments and athletes to focus on.

In the Media by Greta McClain - 10 comments

Cameroon Olympic athletes go missing

Seven athletes from the central African country Cameroon have disappeared while in Britain for the London Olympics. Five boxers, a swimmer and a soccer player are suspected of absconding to stay in Europe for economic reasons, reports Reuters.

In the Media by Samuel Okocha - 5 comments

Judo champ hits bottle-thrower at London 2012 Olympics

London - The Judo Bronze medalist gave a blow to the arrogant bottle-thrower at the London Olympics 2012, before the commencement of the 100m men's final.

In the Media by Jaffna Mohaideen

Michael Phelps records 18th gold at his final Olympics Career

London - Michael Phelps adds up credit to his career with another cherished gold medal winning record in the 2012 London Olympics on Aug 4,2012.

In the Media by Jaffna Mohaideen

USA takes over top spot in medal count from China.

The US is still ahead in overall medal count in the race for the top spot in the medal race on day 8 of the ongoing London 2012 Olympics after overtaking China on day 6 of competition.

In the Media by Leo Reyes - 4 comments

London 2012: China still ahead in gold medal count after day 4

China is still ahead in the race for the top spot in Olympic gold medal ranking on day 4 of the London 2012 Olympics but the US is now leading in total medal count.

In the Media by Leo Reyes

Greek judo champion claims Cuban opponent bit her

Greek judo champion Ioulietta Boukouvala suffered an unexpected defeat in Monday's 57kg tournament. She has called foul by claiming her Cuban opponent bit her during the competitive bout.

In the Media by Katerina Nikolas