Olympics

Our complete archive of Olympic coverage, stretching back to 2005.

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Missile Sites Proposed For Blackheath And Shooters Hill

Potential Olympic defence sites revealed.

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Folk Olympics: The Native American Who Ran In Hackney

Meet Deerfoot, who set a world record in the Olympic borough over 100 years ago.

Are we heading for the Karaoke Games?

London Olympics Ceremonies’ Music “Will Be Pre-recorded”

Can anyone mic up some instruments for inclement weather please?

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Concern Over Olympic Budget As Security Costs Soar

Public report into Olympic finances finds some inconsistencies.

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Bus Unions Talk Up Action Over Olympics Payments

Latest in saga over extra cash for transport workers.

Staircase at Fortnum and Mason by David Bank

Extra, Extra

Thursday news round-up, including a surprising claim by Boris Johnson.

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Watch A Celebrity Relay At The Olympic Stadium

A celebrity fun run at the Olympic Stadium.

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Union Boss Targets Olympic Strike Action

Union leader Len McClusky has warned of the possibility of major strikes during this summer’s games.

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Giant Olympic Rings Float Down Thames

A riverine stunt marks 150 days to go.

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Olympic Closing Ceremony: One Big Celebration Of British Music

Your guide to the closing ceremony, to the tune of Rolling in the Deep.

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In Pictures: Diving World Cup @ The Aquatic Centre, Olympic Park

Divers take a tumble into the pool.