London Olympics News
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Michael Phelps adds up credit to his career with another cherished gold medal winning record in the 2012 London Olympics on Aug 4,2012.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Philippines' lone entry in boxing to the London 2012 Olkympics, Mark Anthony Barriga, defeated Manuel Cappai of Italy in the light flyweight category Tuesday, to advance to the round of 16.
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As of yesterday, the Metropolitan Police had arrested 3 people for impersonating police officers and 29 for touting tickets in connection with the London Olympics.
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Saudi Arabia's female judo entrant in the London Olympics will withdraw from the Games if she is not allowed to wear the hijab during competition bouts.
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Saudi Arabia has threatened to withdraw from the London Olympics following the ban on female judo competitor Wujdan Shahrkhani wearing a hijab whilst competing.
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The prominent inclusion of Britain's National Health Service (NHS) in the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics has angered conservative politicians and perplexed many American observers.
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Liam Corcoran, the 11-year old boy had neither a passport, nor a ticket. Yet, this boy without even a boarding pass managed to fly 1000 mile (1,700-km) on a passenger plane from England to Italy.
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A 17-year-old Muslim fanatic tries to grab the Olympic torch as it is carried along the A226, Rochester Road in Gravesend, Kent by Anna Skora from Lublin, Poland.
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London is gearing up for the Olympic Games, which open in just three weeks. As the capital prepares for a flood of visitors, its businesses are preparing new working practices to help alleviate transport congestion and keep things running smoothly.
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A severe warning of heavy rain has been issued by the Met Office for many parts of the UK. The worst affected areas will be the eastern side of the country, all the way from London to as far north as Edinburgh.
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Thousands of bus drivers in London are intending to go on strike for twenty-four hours on June 22 in a dispute over pay during the London 2012 Olympics. The action is being organized by the Unite union.
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The market can ignore reality (bad news) for weeks, sometimes months, at a time. This summer’s rally may take out the year’s highs but will be the last opportunity for money managers to enhance long returns in 2012.
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As tourists prepare to flock to London for the 2012 Olympic Games they will need to carry plenty of pounds to cope with the exorbitant price of food and drinks at the games. Twitter users have denounced the prices as a "shocker."
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Duran Duran, who had the hits “Hungry Like a Wolf” and “The Reflex,” –– three decades ago –– will headline a concert to mark the start of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
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The British military has told residents of an apartment complex near the Olympic Park in east London that it will be installing surface-to-air missiles on top of the building as part of security measures for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
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Remember Neville Bardos, the incredible horse who cheated death twice to become USEF horse of the year? He's enjoying some pampering as one of only four American horses short-listed for the eventing competition in the 2012 Olympics.
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Malaysian top shooter Nur Suryani Mohamed Taibi believes she will do well with an eight month pregnancy when she competes in the 10m air rifle event this summer at the London 2012 Olympics.
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There are fears that the United Kingdom's outdated border controls could become a national disgrace in London's Olympic year.
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British Prime Minister David Cameron has said he does not have any problem with Dow Chemical sponsoring the London 2012 Olympics. The company has its critics who say it is closely linked with Union Carbide, the company behind the Bhopal disaster.
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Britain already has the most CCTV cameras in the world but now Big Brother will be watching your email, text messages and even Facebook messages. All at a cost of approximately $1 billion to the taxpayer.
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All of the London 2012 Olympic events are now sold out with the exception of one of England's national sports, football.
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Fireworks ignite over the Olympic Stadium during the Opening Ceremony
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Jack Oliver of Great Britain reacts to his successful lift while competing during the men's 77kg Weightlifting on Day 5.
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Sue Bird #6 of United States celebrates after a basket in the second half with teammate Lindsay Whalen #4 against France in the Women's Basketball Gold Medal game on Day 15 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at North Greenwich Arena
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Great Britain in Synchronised Swimming action
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Many empty seats were seen during the Women's Football first round Group F Match between Japan and Sweden at City of Coventry Stadium
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Runners leave the starters blocks to start the men's 100m final on Day 9 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium
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The Olympic Stadium from above on Day 10 of the Games
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Great Britain's Mo Farah celebrates his gold medal with Wenlock: Mo Farah of Great Britain celebrates winning gold in the men's 10,000m Final on Day 8 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium.
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The opening ceremony at the London 2012 Olympics. Could London once again be a host city in 2018 for the Gay Games.
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Rosannagh Maclennan wins Trampoline gold: Gold medallist Rosannagh Maclennan of Canada stands with her medal after Trampoline on Day 8 of the Olympic Games at North Greenwich Arena
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Mexico Football team: Mexico won gold in the men's Football competition following a 2-1 win over Brazil on Day 15 at London 2012
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London 2012 Games: Artists impression of the completed Olympic Park
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Gold medallist Michael Phelps of the USA poses on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Men's 100m Butterfly Final on Day 7 of the London Olympics
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Melanie Schlanger of Australia gives the 'thumbs up' after she competes in heat 7 of the women's 100m Freestyle on Day 5 of the London 2012 Olympic Games
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Ryan Lochte of the United States celebrates with his gold medal during the Victory Ceremony for the men's 400m Individual Medley on Day 1 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre
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The Starstreak high velocity missile system is part of the proposed ground-based air defence measures which will provide security during the London Olympics
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London 2012 Games: Artists impression of the completed Olympic Park
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Fireworks are set off over the Olympic Stadium during the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games on 27 July 2012
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