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Andy Murray begins his Olympic campaign back at Wimbledon against Switzerland's Stanislas Wawrinka in the first round of the tennis competition at London 2012.

Voula Papachristou has revealed how she has been left feeling "very bitter and upset" after the decision was made to expel her from the Greek team for the London Olympics because of a racist remark she made on Twitter.

Reports claim international fashion star wants to slim down to size four.

McDonalds, Coca-Cola and Cadbury's in firing line as Children's Food Campaign calls on IOC to drop unhealthy food and drink sponsors.

The organisers behind the 2012 London games have promised some 6,000 tests (including the new bio-marker tests) will be carried out over the course of the event

The London 2012 organisers have confirmed that photos can be shared online, despite ticket holder rules stating that they cannot.

Armed police and bomb squad raid Woking house in response to reports of an explosive device - but none found.

Government-controlled Lloyds says some dealers face legal action related to Libor scandal.

For those who believe that the respective Team GB football squads haven't endured pain and heartbreak to reach the summer's Olympic Games, you need only look in the direction of Tom Cleverley.

Manchester United may still be in with a chance of landing Sao Paulo midfielder Lucas Moura after hearing comments from the clubs vice president suggesting that he is willing to further negotiate with the Premier League side.

Former Olympic silver medallist Steve Cram believes the target of eight athletics medals set by head coach Charles van Commenee during the London 2012 Olympics is realistic.

Where to see opening ceremony of 2012 London Olympic Games across UK.

Chelsea have confirmed the transfer of Brazilian midfielder Oscar for a reported fee of £25m. Oscar is Chelsea's fourth signing of the summer, following deals for Belgian brothers Eden and Thorgan Hazard and German Marko Marin

Angry North Korea players abandon Hampden Park stadium after televised image shows them next to South Korean flag.

London Olympics 2012 showcase Emirates Air Line cable car grinds to halt as countdown for opening ceremony moves into top gear.

Former England captain David Beckham, left out of GB football squad, will have role in London 2012 Olympic opening.

DIY cosmetic surgery that ended in death of British student leads to murder charge against Padge Windslowe.

Olympic athlete Voula Papachristou withdrawn from London 2012 for racist joke on African immigrants and the West Nile virus.

In a preview of Friday's Olympic opening ceremony in London, Muhammad Ali and David Beckham took centre stage at the Beyond Sport awards in a encounter between two of sports' finest icons

The prime minister is in a bind. His chancellor has brought the government nothing but bad headlines over the recession-mired UK economy, but he will struggle to sack him - and here's why.

Republican candidate who picketed anti-war protests in 60s avoided military service to spread Mormonism in France.

Prime Minister David Cameron and his Chancellor George Osborne face a nervous test of their core economic strategy

South African rugby legend Francois Pienaar believes financial implications of hosting 2024 Olympic Games too significant to risk bidding.

A TV advert for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 shown during a Premiership football match was too scary for children, says the ASA.

David Beckham has confirmed he will play a role in Friday's opening ceremony that will spark London 2012 into life.

Dereck Chisora believes that he will have the opportunity to avenge his loss to David Haye in the near future, despite being brutally stopped in the fifth round of their fight at West Ham's Upton Park stadium earlier this month.

Star of Bourne Legacy thought to be interested in role as Julian Assange.

Only one country has won a gold medal at every single summer Olympics -- Great Britain.

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas was forced to explain the reason that Gareth Bale was able to feature in a pre-season friendly against LA Galaxy despite being forced to withdraw from the Team GB squad for the London Olympics.

O2 is bringing free Wi-Fi to everyone across Trafalgar Square, Regent Street and more during the Olympics.