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27/07
Ban Ki-moon carries Olympic torch
UN appeals for the Olympic Truce during London 2012 Games
The Flagbearers for the London 2012 Opening Ceremony
Medals up for grabs in seven sports this week-end at London 2012
IOC President chairs first Games Coordination meeting
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Secrets of success from the world’s best athletes
26/07
Olympic Flame passes iconic London landmarks on penultimate day of Olympic Torch Relay
New Olympic medal app at London 2012
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McDonald’s officially opens flagship restaurant in Olympic Park
Looking forward to Nanjing 2014 at London 2012!
Bells set to ring across UK for Cultural Olympiad
P&G say “Thank You, Mum” with opening of P&G Family Home
IOC Session votes on new members and Executive Board positions
London 2012 men’s football tournament kicks off
25/07
Olympic Flame visits “the home of football”
Women’s football kicks off the London 2012 Olympic Games
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