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Chans att möta framtidens elitidrottare

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  MyNewsdesk - 2012-06-14 08:00

Många Svenska idrottare har haft Svenska Ungdomsspelen som sin första stora tävling. Ett faktum som gör att man det 16 juni har möjligheten att både se och träffa vad som sannolikt kan bli Sveriges framtida elit.
Det rör sig om 81 unga idrottare från åtta av Svenska Handikappidrottsförbundets distrikt som möts för att avgöra vem som är bäst 2012. -...Här finns en möjlighet att se vad som kan bli Sveriges framtida namn i Paralympics.

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Atkins (WS) : Final Results

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  InvestEgate - 2012-06-14 06:41

Results for the y "Good results, with a return to headcount growth in an economic environment that continues to be challenging.
Results for the y "Good results, with a return to headcount growth in an economic environment that continues to be challenging." Design and engineering consultancy group WS Atkins plc (Atkins) today announces its preliminary results for the year

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It's not just athletes who need to prepare

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  This Is Devon - 2012-06-14 06:36

Thursday, June 14, 2012 EMPLOYERS who are concerned about adequate staffing arrangements and other issues that may crop up during the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics should be engaging with their staff now.
Thursday, June 14, 2012 EMPLOYERS who are concerned about adequate staffing arrangements and other issues that may crop up during the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics should be engaging with their staff now.This should ensure that holidays can be

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Olympic flame enters our region this afternoon

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  Sun fm103.4 - 2012-06-14 06:22

The Olympic Torch is getting nearer to Sunderland. It'll leave Scotland today and be carried back into England on its way to lighting up the London 2012 Games.
Kriss Akabusi, 3-times Olympic medallist hurdler and sprinter, will be joined at the event by EDF Energy Paralympic ambassador and London 2012 hopeful Liz Johnson, who won gold in the 100m breaststroke at Bejing 2008, and former Olympic 400m sprinter

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US Paralympic archer showing off archery technique

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  China Daily - 2012-06-14 06:17

US Paralympic archer Matt Stutzman uses his feet to hold and aim his bow while demonstrating his archery technique in New York, June 13, 2012. Stutzman, who was born without arms, will be representing the US in the upcoming 2012 Paralympic Games in London.
US Paralympic archer Matt Stutzman uses his feet to hold and aim his bow while demonstrating his archery technique in New York, June 13, 2012....Stutzman, who was born without arms, will be representing the US in the upcoming 2012 Paralympic Games in...

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NSF International to assist in food safety training for Olympics

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  Institute of Food Technologists - 2012-06-14 06:12

NSF International, a global independent public health organization with nearly 70 years of food safety expertise, has been selected by the UK Food
Helping to ensure effective food handling practices is essential as more than 14 million meals are expected to be served during the Olympics and Paralympics across 40 locations. ?The Summer Games are expected to attract more than 10 million

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Atkins to sponsor Environmental Photographer of the Year 2012 - 13 June 2012

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  Atkins - 2012-06-14 05:52

Atkins is proud to announce its sponsorship of The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management?s (CIWEM) Environmental Photographer of the Year 2012 (EPOTY) competition.
Atkins is the official engineering design services provider for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Cadbury in sweet deal with RTE Sport

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  Irish Independent - 2012-06-14 05:49

CADBURY will sponsor all RTE Sport coverage of the London 2012 Olympic Games in a deal worth more than 700,000.
It has been running the high- profile "spots v stripes" campaign since 2010 and earlier this year signed up to sponsor the Irish teams at the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Playing to Win

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  Treasury & Risk Management - 2012-06-14 05:46

The world?s attention will be focused on the 2012 Olympic Games in London in late July as 10.8 million ticket holders, 15,000 athletes and 21,000 media pros gather in the U.K.?s capital.
Set up in 2005, the London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) is the private-sector company responsible for staging the games.

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Olympians attend Blue Jays game with Toronto youth and business leaders

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  PriceWaterhouseCoopers Canada - 2012-06-14 05:40

PwC invites five of Canada?s top athletes to share Olympic insight with Toronto business executives and Boys and Girls Club TORONTO, June 12, 2012 ? 
Defending Olympic Champion wrestler Carol Huynh and diving sensation Jennifer Abel, both heading to London this summer, were joined by Olympic and World Champion figure skaters Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue and paralympian Matt Hallat for an event with

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JFK-flight coke busts

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  New York Post - 2012-06-14 05:29

The 18-year-old daughter of an internationally known Paralympics athlete and a Manhattan party planner was arrested along with her boyfriend for allegedly trying to smuggle nearly five kilos of cocaine through Kennedy Airport, The Post has learned.
The 18-year-old daughter of an internationally known Paralympics athlete and a Manhattan party planner was arrested along with her boyfriend for allegedly trying to smuggle nearly five kilos of cocaine through Kennedy Airport, The Post has

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Wear Your Gloves to Work day

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  Primary Health Care - 2012-06-14 05:21

Professor Dame Carol Black calls for greater awareness of scleroderma Wear Your Gloves to Work Day - 29 June 2012 Professor Dame Carol Black,
Former paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is also supporting the day and comments:

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Paralympic Swimming Trials Start Today

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  KFYR-TV - 2012-06-14 05:07

Some of the top athletes with a physical disability in the country are spending the next several days in Bismarck as the Paralympic swimming trials get underway. Bismarck is hosting the trials, which start tomorrow morning and run through Saturday.
Some of the top athletes with a physical disability in the country are spending the next several days in Bismarck as the Paralympic swimming trials get underway....We`re trying to make it a great experience for the Paralympic athletes so we`re dressing it...

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Man Camp Expansion

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  KFYR-TV - 2012-06-14 05:07

Chris Williams | 6/13/2012 The camp already has one hundred and fifty beds, but Goliath Industries is expanding their housing complex to keep up with the increasing work force in Alexander. "We`re adding another 360 beds.
11:10 PM Paralympic Swimming Trials Start Today| Video -

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Tampa's Sidesplitters Comedy Club Welcomes Jon Reep and Josh Blue, Beg. Tonight, 6/14

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  Broadway World - 2012-06-14 04:51

Side Splitters Comedy Club in Tampa, Fla. (12938 North Dale Mabry Highway) is set to welcome THE LAST COMIC STANDING's Jon Reep, tonight, June 14 through June 17. Does this face look familiar?
Paralympic Soccer player ? refusing to bow to any of the challenges that come from living with Cerebral Palsy.

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Olympics sparks trade boom in host city Oct 16, 2000

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  ITP.net - 2012-06-14 04:49

Sydney has been left booming since the Games descend on the city and analysts are predicting long-term benefits to the tourism industry It was the
According to the city Premier, Bob Carr, New South Wales will have about AU $24 billion to spend on public works projects after the Olympics and Paralympics.

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SatStream offers Central London broadcast-standards facility for hire during the Olympics

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  Advanced Television - 2012-06-14 04:40

SatStream, the specialist satellite webcasting facility, today announced that it will be offering the central London facility for hire during the Olympics later this year.
(including the Paralympics) later this year.

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Paralympic plans

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  Port Lincoln Times - 2012-06-14 04:38

LOCAL soccer player Joshua Seaman has had a busy year, both on and off the field. Seaman recently returned from Abu Dhabi where he represented Australia as a member of the Pararoos at the AFC Dream Asia Tournament.
After his trip to Abu Dhabi, Seaman made his way to the Ukraine to play a tournament which was essentially a warm up to the Paralympic Games....Seaman's ultimate aim is to qualify for the next Paralympic Games in four years.

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Reader offer: Win with Cadbury

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  Convenience Store - 2012-06-14 04:38

Cadbury, the Official Treat Provider of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, is helping retailers get involved with a range of licensed confectionery. Cadbury is giving away five prizes of five cases, each containing four branded mugs.
Cadbury, the Official Treat Provider of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, is helping retailers get involved with a range of licensed confectionery.

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Paralympic Athelete Launches BMI The Kings Oak and

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  Health Imaging Hub - 2012-06-14 04:04

Paralympian Anton Raimondo, the Vice Captain of The British Sitting Volleyball Team, this week joined Stephen Collier, Group Chief Executive of BMI
Paralympian Anton Raimondo, the Vice Captain of The British Sitting Volleyball Team, this week joined Stephen Collier, Group Chief Executive of BMI. ...Healthcare and David Henderson, Executive Director of BMI The Kings Oak and Cavell Hospital, in

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What is doping?

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  Austin American Statesman - 2012-06-14 03:59

Blood doping in sports refers to the use of artificial means to enhance performance by boosting the number of red blood cells in an athlete's body.
Anti-Doping Agency, an arm of the World Anti-Doping Agency, was recognized by Congress as the official anti-doping agency for the Olympics, Pan-American and Paralympic sports in the country.

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Good news announced on the Underground

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  Mobile Today - 2012-06-14 03:44

It?s good to hear of the progress being made by Virgin Media as it continues to roll out its free Wi-Fi services to London Tube stations.
It?s good to hear of the progress being made by Virgin Media as it continues to roll out its free Wi-Fi services to London Tube stations.Although it will only remain free until the end of the Paralympic Games in September, this initiative, skillfully

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Giant Olympic Rings Launched in Edinburgh as City Prepares to...

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  PRWeb - 2012-06-14 03:27

The second set of giant Olympic Rings in Scotland have been launched on The Mound in Edinburgh. The Rings further show how Scotland is ready to welcome the world to the UK next month.
From the Olympic Torch Relay to the Olympics and Paralympics, the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, plus all the cultural, city and community celebrations happening across the UK, the Official London 2012 Join In App is your essential companion.

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Enjoy an exceptional summer 2012

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  Camden London Borough Council - 2012-06-14 03:21

Plan your perfect summer 2012 - find our summer programme on lovecamden.org.
events and activities coinciding with the London Olympics and Paralympics.

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Paralympic runner is gunning for gold

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  West Australian - 2012-06-14 03:04

Bunbury middle-distance runner Brad Scott got the green light to compete at his second Paralympics last week after being selected in Australia?s team for the London 2012 games.
Bunbury middle-distance runner Brad Scott got the green light to compete at his second Paralympics last week after being selected in Australia?s team for the London 2012 games.Scott, who was born with cerebral palsy, won a silver medal for his

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GO! Calendar 06/14/12

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  Pantagraph.com - 2012-06-14 02:52

Temperatures will be rising by the weekend ? always the case for Peoria?s biggest downtown riverfront bash of the season, the sports-leaning Steamboat Days Festival, Friday and Saturday. GO!
Temperatures will be rising by the weekend ? always the case for Peoria?s biggest downtown riverfront bash of the season, the sports-leaning Steamboat Days Festival, Friday and Saturday. GO!get punk?d The Castle Theatre has its fourth annual Punkfest

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Rodriguez pursuing her dreams

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  Bismarck Tribune - 2012-06-14 02:09

Z 2012-06-13T21:04:55Z By LOU BABIARZ | Bismarck Tribune BismarckTribune.com 26 minutes ago ? By LOU BABIARZ | Bismarck Tribune × Related Photos Buy Now TOM STROMME/Tribune Ileana Rodriguez, 26, is a member of the U.S.
Paralympic Swimming Trials this weekend at the Bismarck Aquatic Center....Top finishers will qualify for this summer?s Paralympic Games in London. ?It is very exciting,? Rodriguez said. ?All of us have trained the best we can to make it to London, so the...

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Morning Tipoff - June 14, 2012

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  Bismarck Tribune - 2012-06-14 02:09

By Tribune Sports Staff BismarckTribune.com 34 minutes ago ? By Tribune Sports Staff Trivia answer FROM 1D: The Lakers were the first team to win three consecutive NBA titles. The Lakers were in Minneapolis from the 1951-52 to the 1953-54 seasons.
Paralympic Team Trials....Paralympic Team Trials.

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Hart Wins USEF National Para-Equestrian Championship

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  EquiSearch - 2012-06-14 02:09

Rebecca Hart wins her fifth USEF National Para-Equestrian title in a hard-fought battle at the USET Foundation's Pine Meadow location. Rebecca Hart and Lord Luger SusanJStickle.
The 2012 USEF National Para-Equestrian Championships held in conjunction with the USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage Paralympic Selection Trials came down to the slimmest of margins this afternoon as riders performed their Freestyle tests at the Pine

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SWAG unveils package for award winners SWAG thanks all for ensuring success of Awards Night Ten countries confirm participation in ECOWAS Games Ghana gets athletics timing and measuring system Premier League Board set to deliver best Award ever More Sport

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  GhanaHomePage - 2012-06-14 01:53

SWAG unveils package for award winners The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has unveiled the package presented to the award winners at the just-ended 37th MTN-SWAG Awards Night, held at the Banquet Hall, State House, Accra, on Saturday, June 9.
Ajara made history by becoming the first disabled athlete to win the topmost prize in the 37-year history of SWAG in its annual awards.

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An Olympic challenge

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  Finance Director Europe - 2012-06-14 01:43

Organising a global event as complex as the 2012 Olympic Games is an unprecedented feat unique to any corporate. The organising committee, however, must structure itself in many ways like a FTSE 100 company.
The London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG), which is responsible for delivering this year's event, compares it to hosting 46 World Championships simultaneously.

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Archery Facility To Be Built At Olympic Training Center

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  10News.com - 2012-06-14 01:32

CHULA VISTA, Calif. -- The United States Olympic Committee and the Easton Foundation have signed an agreement to build a world-class archery facility at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista.
Paralympic archer Jeff Fabry.Construction is slated to begin this fall with a grand opening late next year.

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Archives celebrate British sports and games

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  National Archives UK - 2012-06-14 01:31

As London takes centre stage this summer for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, archives across the country are set to celebrate British sports
As London takes centre stage this summer for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, archives across the country are set to celebrate British sports. ...and games over the last 200 years as part of the Archive Awareness Campaign's 'Sports, Games and

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Norfolk consumers warned of Olympic-related scams

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  Diss Mercury - 2012-06-14 01:23

Keen sportspeople and armchair enthusiasts are being urged to watch out for fraudsters as Norfolk looks ahead to the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics Games.
Keen sportspeople and armchair enthusiasts are being urged to watch out for fraudsters as Norfolk looks ahead to the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics Games.The drive by Norfolk Trading Standards is part of the annual National Consumer Week,

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Classrooms connect globally to celebrate Olympics

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  Education Executive - 2012-06-14 01:03

East London primary school to host international video conference this Friday to unite pupils from all over the world.
The pupils from East London plan to ?travel' to schools around the world sharing curriculum-based activities on a theme of sports, alongside leading experts in the field, in celebration of the Olympic and Paralympic games.

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Inspired: Steve Ryan

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  CTV News - 2012-06-14 00:54

Steve Ryan is inspiring Calgary's wheelchair basketball community ctvcalgary.ca In September of 2000, Steve Ryan's life took a plunge. Ryan was a passenger in a vehicle that flipped on the Spray Lakes Road near Canmore.
One member of his team is a five time Paralympian, who is preparing to take part in her sixth games in London....Chad Jassman is going to his first Paralympics and he credits Steve Ryan for assisting in his success.

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Heart in your heels

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  Strathmore Standard - 2012-06-14 00:45

There may be no greater feeling than inspiring the next generation.
There may be no greater feeling than inspiring the next generation.As Corey Johnson, local motivational speaker, is training to qualify for the national Paralympics later this month, for the 100 metre sprint in his category of cerebral palsy, he?s

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Royal News Regarding Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall

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  Zimbio - 2012-06-14 00:41

, Their Royal Highnesses the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visited the Velodrome in the Olympic Park in London. ? Whilst there the royal couple met with ??? Paralympian gold medalist at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games?? Mr. Barney Storey.
Paralympian gold medalist at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games??

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Rewriting the language of disability

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  The Irish Times - 2012-06-14 00:30

The language we use to describe disability will influence those faced with the challenges it presents, especially children, writes PAUL O'DONOGHUE DISABILITY. BEFORE reading on, pause for a moment and consider what the word means to you.
She is an intelligent, strong, competent woman who has achieved great success as a paralympic athlete, a model, an actress and an advocate for women, people with disabilities and the power of science and technology to help overcome many of the

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Britain's Olympic team sailors enjoy spectacular send off

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  Royal Yachting Association - 2012-06-14 00:29

The Sail for Gold Ball provides the GBR sailors with the perfect send off before the 2012 Olympic Games
With 43 days to go until the 2012 London Olympic Games, the sailors of the British Olympic and Paralympic teams received a send-off to remember at the sixth quadrennial Sail for Gold Ball tonight (Wednesday 13 June)....More than 850 guests showed their support to the 22 Olympic and Paralympic...

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Archer Born Without Arms is the Number One Contender for Gold at the 2012 London Paralympic Games

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  International Business Times - 2012-06-14 00:27

For most people hitting a target with a bow and arrow would be a challenge. For those competing at the Olympics, it takes mental discipline and enough arm-strength to pull 60-pounds on the bowline amidst fierce competition.
In fact, Stutzman has no arms, yet he?s the number one contender for the gold medal at the London Paralympic Games this summer....Paralympic program very quickly....Stutzman has since become the favorite to win gold at the Paralympics.

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Best of British: Why UK manufacturing is number 1

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  Kbbdaily - 2012-06-14 00:24

David Osborne is the managing director of shower and homeware manufacturer Roman Limited. The son of Roman founder Gerry Osborne, he is also vice-president of the Bathroom Manufacturers' Association.
There are so many reasons for us to celebrate being British this year, from the Diamond Jubilee celebrations through to the Olympics and Paralympics this summer.

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On the Record: Jessica Long

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  The US Daily - 2012-06-14 00:19

Video: Page (1) of 1 - 06/13/12 Jessica Long of USA Paralympic Swimming goes on the record. Source:GrabNetworks (c).
06/13/12 Jessica Long of USA Paralympic Swimming goes on the record.

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Councillors announce Olympics drop-in sessions for Surrey

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  Redhill & Reigate Life - 2012-06-14 00:13

11:10pm Wednesday 13th June 2012 in With less than 50 days to go until the start of the London Olympics and the cycling road races in Surrey, county councillors have announced a series of 2012 Games drop-in sessions.
"We understand there will be disruption and we are working hard with everyone from the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) and police to local councils and emergency services to ensure the Olympic events run

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Llantrisant Sharks Swim To Olympics!

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  AberdareOnline - 2012-06-14 00:10

The Llantrisant Sharks Complete Their Incredible Swim Llantrisant Sharks Swimming Club marked the start of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic
The Llantrisant Sharks Complete Their Incredible Swim Llantrisant Sharks Swimming Club marked the start of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic. ...Games by completing a sponsored swim the equivalent 266 km distance from Llantrisant to the Olympic

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Gulf Visitors to enjoy the Best in British Food during Olympics

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  Hozpitality.com - 2012-06-14 00:05

Largest Ever Peace-Time Catering Operation to Serve14 Million Meals All Food Sourced to High Environmental, Ethical and Animal Welfare Standards
2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with 14 million top-quality meals to be served in the largest peace-time catering operation the world has ever seen....The London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) recently unveiled details...

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Northeast swimmer London-bound

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  Adelaide Leader Messenger - 2012-06-13 23:53

FIGHTER: Swimmer Esther Overton is heading to her second Paralympics.
Swimmer Esther Overton is heading to her second Paralympics.Picture:...Roy Van Der Vegt COMING back from six knee surgeries, multiple bulging discs and more than 40 broken arms to qualify for the Paralympics would be impossible for the average athlete.

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Paralympian targets gold in London.

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  Reuters - 2012-06-13 23:51

Original Insight & Analysis Investing 201 China?s cheap: Buy toilet paper and milk stocks -... Rough Cuts Dimon on the Hill: Dump ?too big to fail? - Rough...
Original Insight & Analysis Investing 201 China?s cheap: Buy toilet paper and milk stocks -... Rough Cuts Dimon on the Hill: Dump ?too big to fail? - Rough...Breakingviews Breakingviews: Dimon in center ring The Freeland File Jim Rogers: EU will

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Man travels to Alaska to be fisherman, jumps to death

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 23:35

A California man who traveled to Alaska to become a fisherman after watching "Deadliest Catch" leaped to his death at the Port of Anchorage early Wednesday, police said.
Witness says Sandusky threatened him unless he kept quiet Remains of missing Maryland teen identified after 32 year Metallica helps FBI try to track down killer of Virginia Tech student Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Video:

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Teen charged with setting classmate on fire testifies against alleged ringleader

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 23:35

Florida teen Michael Brewer was doused with rubbing alcohol and set on fire by a group of classmates in 2009. Now, Brewer will be in court to face a 17-year-old accused of instigating the attack. NBC's Thanh Truong reports. By NBCMiami.
Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Gay marriage battle goes before voters in Washington White student returns college scholarship meant for blacks Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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ON YOUR MARKS, GET SET, GO!

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  Sunday Express - 2012-06-13 23:25

Danny Boyle reveals all YOU have to admire the ingenuity ? not to mention the plucky British defiance ? of Danny Boyle, the Oscar-winning film director who is in charge of the opening ceremony of the London Olympics.
The flame played a more dramatic role in Barcelona four years later ? it was lit by a blazing arrow fired into the cauldron by a paralympic archer.

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Lance Armstrong responds to agency's doping...

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  Channel4000 - 2012-06-13 23:23

Champion bicyclist Lance Armstrong said Wednesday the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency intends to "dredge up discredited" doping allegations against him in a bid to strip him of his seven Tour de France victories.
According to its website, the quasi-government agency is recognized as the official anti-doping agency for Olympic, Pan American and Paralympic events in the United States.

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An Olympic record? Games set to be under budget

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  The Independent - 2012-06-13 23:18

With six weeks to go, organisers say they hope to return up to £476m to Treasury
Whatever remains from the £476m at the end of the Paralympic closing ceremony will be returned to the treasury by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport, and not retained to be spent on sport as some had hoped.

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Be Part of It at Bury Museum (BL0)

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  AboutMyArea - 2012-06-13 23:13

This summer Bury Art Museum is presenting two exhibitions to celebrate the 2012 Olympics.The Dartford Warbler by Barrie KellyThe first is called "The Winning Side" and will showcase some of the fabulous sporting trophies held in Bury's museum collection.
and Paralympic Games.

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Campus round-up

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  Times Higher Education - 2012-06-13 23:06

14 June 2012 London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Teesside University Very able bodies An academic has created an animation installation to show the public how disabled athletes move....Unlimited uses motion capture to track Paralympians, and is designed to show how people can walk or jump without legs...

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ACLU: States could save billions by releasing some elderly prisoners

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 23:05

Tim Gruber / Tim Gruber for the ACLU States would save on average more than $66,000 per year by releasing each elderly prisoner who no longer poses a threat, the ACLU says. By James Eng, msnbc.
Witness says Sandusky threatened him unless he kept quiet Metallica helps FBI try to track down killer of Virginia Tech student Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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Accorhotels.com reinforces its attractiveness and efficiency

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  Travel2Globe.com - 2012-06-13 23:03

IHG has announced the opening of two new generation properties, Holiday Inn London Stratford City and Staybridge Suites London Stratford City, at the heart of Europe?s largest shopping centre, Westfield Stratford City.
Visitors will be able to experience the area that will play host to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games from both hotels, which are ideally situated for business or leisure guests....Holiday Inn is the official hotel provider to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic...

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MINI Offers Chance to Train With Paralympic Athlete

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  AutoGuide.com - 2012-06-13 23:00

Brand fans might already know that the MINI Takes The States 2012 (MTTS) event is coming soon this summer, but what they might not know is there will be a chance to do something unique and entirely unrelated to cars.
Paralympic Team hopeful, is inviting fans to train with him as part of the MTTS event this year....Paralympic Team as its charitable partner for this year?s event. ?With MTTS, we work hard to deliver a variety of truly exceptional experiences that connect...

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10-year-old archer dominates sport

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  AZ Family - 2012-06-13 22:45

Spencer Yee is at the top of his sport, and he's not even in middle school yet. He may be small in stature, but when staring down a target, he towers over the competition.
Plus, he practices at least four times a week with his coach, Paralympian Eric Bennet.

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WDSRA commends IHSA for creating more postseason opportunities for disabled athletes

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  Chicago Suburban Newspapers - 2012-06-13 22:45

The Western DuPage Special Recreation Association commended the IHSA on Wednesday for its decision to launch a pilot program for student-athletes with disabilities.
The Western DuPage Special Recreation Association commended the IHSA on Wednesday for its decision to launch a pilot program for student-athletes with disabilities.The WDSRA opted to not comment specifically on the program before seeing more details,

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Swim duo for Olympics

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  Fiji Sun - 2012-06-13 22:38

By ANASILINI RATUVA Fiji Swimming athletes Douglas Miller and Matelita Buadromo will be part of Team Fiji to the 2012 London Olympics. This has increased the Team Fiji?s number to nine.
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Sandusky lawyer flummoxed by witness' memory lapse

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 22:35

Mike McQueary's father failed to recall his own earlier testimony that was intended to corroborate his son's testimony at Jerry Sandusky's trial. NBC's Michael Isikoff reports. By Wes Oliver, Special to msnbc.
More content from msnbc.com and NBC News Metallica helps FBI try to track down killer of Virginia Tech student Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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BMW Motorrad Unveils London Olympic Fleet

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  Ultimate Motorcycling - 2012-06-13 22:29

2012 2012 Olympics: BMW Motorcycle Support Fleet BMW Motorrad UK has unveiled the fleet of motorcycles that will be used to support key sports events
BMW Motorcycle Support Fleet BMW Motorrad UK has unveiled the fleet of motorcycles that will be used to support key sports events. ...during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, including the Marathon, Cycle Road Racing and the Triathlon.

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Nicholas rides his way to London

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  Daily Mercury News - 2012-06-13 22:23

PROSERPINE cyclist David Nicholas will be looking to regain his world championship form when he contests the London Paralympics in July.
PROSERPINE cyclist David Nicholas will be looking to regain his world championship form when he contests the London Paralympics in July.Nicholas was this week named in the Australian cycling team for the Paralympics, after winning a world

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ABC Mall Hosts GREAT Britain

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  MENANN.com - 2012-06-13 22:18

The Minister of Tourism inaugurates the opening ceremony of the Great British Week in Beirut Left to right - HE Tom Fletcher British Ambassador to Lebanon-Mr.Robert Fadel ABC Chairman-Mr.
In 2012, the UK celebrates the Queen?s Diamond Jubilee and hosts the London Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Paralympic record for Langley's Dolfo

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  Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal - 2012-06-13 22:08

Braedon Dolfo set a new Canadian Paralympic record in the men's 200m dash at the Harry Jerome Classic on Sunday, winning the gold medal in the process. submitted picture Share this story others also read...
Braedon Dolfo set a new Canadian Paralympic record in the men's 200m dash at the Harry Jerome Classic on Sunday, winning the gold medal in the process. submitted picture Share this story others also read...Updated:...June 13, 2012 2:42 PM Not only did Braedon Dolfo capture the gold medal at the Harry Jerome Classic on Sunday, but the Langley sprinter set a new Canadian Paralympic...

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Ofcom Releases Public-Safety Interference Regulations for Olympic Games (6/13/12)

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  MissionCritical Communications - 2012-06-13 22:08

Ofcom, the U.K. telecom regulator, released a decision on regulations for the wireless telegraphy, or control of interference from apparatus, for the London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.
Ofcom, the U.K. telecom regulator, released a decision on regulations for the wireless telegraphy, or control of interference from apparatus, for the London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.The regulations will regulate the intensity of the

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Homeless man finds $77,000; City Council says he can keep the money

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 22:05

kxan.com Timothy Yost, who is homeless, stumbled on $77,000 in a city park along the Colorado River in Texas. By Isolde Raftery, msnbc.
Witness says Sandusky threatened him unless he kept quiet Metallica helps FBI try to track down killer of Virginia Tech student Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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Remains of missing Maryland teen identified after 32 years

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 22:05

NBC Washington Cynthia Gastelle went missing 32 years ago; her remains were finally identified this week. By Carissa DiMargo and Julie Carey, NBCWashington.
Witness says Sandusky threatened him unless he kept quiet Metallica helps FBI try to track down killer of Virginia Tech student Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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Special Olympics athletes place at Washington Summer Games

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  Bremerton Patriot - 2012-06-13 22:00

The Bremerton Kitsap Athletic Teams' aquatics team, the Seahorses, are training through June 2012. Last weekend the team sent six athletes to the Special Olympics Washington Summer Games.
In addition to the Seahorses, the Bremerton Kitsap Athletic Teams includes sports training with intellectually or developmentally disabled athletes in the greater Bremerton and Silverdale areas of Kitsap County.

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Less than 2 months until London Olympics - Apply now for your UK visitor visa!

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  Workpermit.com - 2012-06-13 21:51

With less than 2 months until the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we are encouraging anyone who wishes to come to the UK to see the Games to make sure they have applied for the relevant UK visa.
With less than 2 months until the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we are encouraging anyone who wishes to come to the UK to see the Games to make sure they have applied for the relevant UK visa.Nationals of most European Countries do not

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Paralympian Competes for Top Spot on U.S. Team

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  KXNet.com - 2012-06-13 21:46

Posted: Updated: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 5:39 PM EST 90 swimmers from across the country are training right now in Bismarck to represent the United States. These athletes are the best in the nation and will soon compete for a spot on the U.S.
swimming was the only sport I could do." says paralympian, Joe Wise....Instead, at the age of 15 Joe was the youngest athlete to compete in the Paralympics Games in Beijing in 2008....Even among Olympic gold, he says he really looks up to the athletes in the next lanes over during the 2012 Paralympics...

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Two Concord swimmers vying for U.S. Paralympics team

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  Elkhart Truth - 2012-06-13 21:29

BISMARCK, N.D. ? Dalton Herendeen and Evan Austin, representing the Concord Swim Team, will compete for a spot on the U.S. Paralympics swim team and a berth in the Paralympics Games in London. The U.S.
Paralympics swim team and a berth in the Paralympics Games in London....The U.S.Paralympics Swim Trials begin a three-day run in Bismarck today, June 14....Paralympics London Team nominations will be announced on Sunday.

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Poet heads to Olympics for marathon gathering

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  Aucklander - 2012-06-13 21:26

The University of Auckland?s Dr Selina Tusitala Marsh is taking part in the largest gathering of the world?s poets in history called the poetry Olympics.
She was selected to represent Tuvalu - from more than 6000 nominations - for the Poetry Olympics which will feature 204 poets performing around the UK during the Olympics and Paralympics (see bottom of page).

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Sperry Top-Sider and Olympic sailing: a perfect match

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  Trade Only Today - 2012-06-13 21:24

Whether you sell tin boats in Wisconsin, flats boats in Florida or express cruisers on Long Island, the celebration at the New York Yacht Club last
And Sperry Top-Sider will be the title sponsor ? the only title sponsor, for that matter, of any U.S. national, Olympic or Paralympic team ? through Dec....Olympic and Paralympic sailing teams, the company sponsors what it called the US Sailing...

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Tokyo 2020: Japan gets peace boost and JOC commemorates Olympic spirit

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  Sports Features - 2012-06-13 21:11

The JOC and the Petre family keeping the Olympic spirit alive for 100 years / Tokyo 2020 LAURA WALDEN / Sports Features Communications June 13 ? The
A secure and peaceful atmosphere would ensure a rich 2020 Games experience for Olympic and Paralympic Family members, athletes and visitors. ?Hosting the Games in Tokyo would enable athletes to perform at peak levels at the world's largest sporting

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U.S. Anti Doping Agency files official charges against Lance Armstrong

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  Austin American Statesman - 2012-06-13 21:09

Related Cartel laundered money through horse industry, feds say 11:34 p.m. Tuesday Pflugerville scores another success in business recruiting 10:33 p.m.
It was recognized by Congress as the official anti-doping agency for the Olympics, Pan American and Paralympic sports in the country.

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Great Britain 2012 Olympic cycling team announced

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  Cycling Weekly - 2012-06-13 21:09

The full list of 18 cyclists representing Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympic Games has been announced.
BMX (men) Liam Phillips BMX (women) Mountain bike (men) Liam Killeen Mountain bike (women) Annie Last Related links Cycling Weekly's Essential Fan's Guide to Cycling at the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games is on sale now at WHSmith, major

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Alleged victim testifies Sandusky threatened him unless he kept quiet

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 21:05

MSNBC's Thomas Roberts talks with NBC News' John Yang and former prosecutor Wendy Murphy about Jerry Sandusky's child sexual abuse trial. By Kim Kaplan, NBC News, and M. Alex Johnson, msnbc.com Updated at 4:20 p.
Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Gay marriage battle goes before voters in Washington White student returns college scholarship meant for blacks Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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American Sculptor Linson Wins International Olympic Committee Art Competition

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  Around The Rings - 2012-06-13 21:00

American Martin Linsons bronze sculpture paying tribute to the Paralympic athlete won first place at the 2012 London Olympic Sport and Art Contest. The St. Charles, Mo.
American Martin Linsons bronze sculpture paying tribute to the Paralympic athlete won first place at the 2012 London Olympic Sport and Art Contest....Linsons piece Omnipotent Triumph features a Paralympic athlete crossing the finish line in his wheelchair...

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Oakley to Sponsor U.S. Olympic Team Through 2020

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  xtri.com - 2012-06-13 20:56

Oakley is the first ever performance-based eyewear supplier to the United States Olympic Committee and Team USA. Today, Oakley, Inc. and the USOC announced an extension to their partnership.
Hundreds of athletes competing in over 15 sports will rely on Oakley performance innovations during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games....Olympic and Paralympic athletes and hopefuls....Olympic and Paralympic Team on TeamUSA.org.

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All in javelin

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  Star News Group - 2012-06-13 20:52

FERNTREE Gully athlete Madeleine Hogan is on her way to London. The 23-year-old will compete in the F46 javelin event at the Paralympic Games and hopes to better her performance in Beijing four years ago, where she picked up a bronze medal.
The 23-year-old will compete in the F46 javelin event at the Paralympic Games and hopes to better her performance in Beijing four years ago, where she picked up a bronze medal.?If I can go over there and put up a good comp ? all I really want to

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Blind Navy Vet Shoots for Paralympics

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  NBC Los Angeles - 2012-06-13 20:50

Naval officer looking to make Paralympic swim team ) | Email | Print Lt. Brad Snyder is aiming for a spot on the U.S. Paralympic swim team at a qualifier Thursday.
Naval officer looking to make Paralympic swim team ) | Email | Print Lt....Paralympic swim team at a qualifier Thursday.advertisement Photos and Videos Athletes to Watch at the 2012 London Olympic Summer Games LOOK PHOTOS Athletes to Watch:

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Team USA Shop celebrates grand opening in Chula Vista, Calif.

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  Business Wire - 2012-06-13 20:49

04:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time Staples marks occasion with up to $15,000 donation to assist elite U.S. athletes CHULA VISTA, Calif.
Olympic Committee serves as both the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States....As such, the USOC is responsible for the training, entering and funding of U.S. teams for the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games, while serving as a steward of the Olympic and Paralympic...

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Louth school volunteer project turned into national programme

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  Louth People - 2012-06-13 20:43

AN award-winning project delivered in Louth which encourages young people to develop their knowledge of physical activity, has been turned into a national programme.
Young Leaders and volunteers develop their knowledge of physical activity and health, as well as gain awareness of Olympic and Paralympic values and as a result Young Leaders have become more confident, organised and energetic.

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Tom Degun: Perhaps it is time to give the Government and Hugh Robertson real credit for London 2012

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  Insidethegames.biz - 2012-06-13 20:38

Greg Searle: Now it's confirmed I will compete at London 2012 I want more Fact of the day During the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games, the last team is always the team of the hosting country.
Wednesday June 13 marked a rather symbolical day in the world of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics as it was the day that the Government gave its last quarterly economic report before the start of the Games on July 27.

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Burgess Park to reopen after £8 million transformation

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  Southwark London Borough Council - 2012-06-13 20:23

One of South London's biggest parks will reopen its gates to the public with a fun-filled Open Day on 21 July following an £8 million major transformation, Southwark Council announced today.
London skyline will reopen in time for the London Olympic and Paralympic Games with fantastic new facilities for the local community and young people of Southwark.

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Hospital's bid for 'bionic' suit

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  myvillage.com - 2012-06-13 20:14

Doctors in South Yorkshire have launched an appeal to buy a "bionic" suit to help paralysed patients walk. The Ekso skeleton suit will cost Sheffield's Northern General Hospital spinal injuries unit £100,000.
Paralympic gold medallist Matthew Skelhorn walked for the first time in eight years using the suit at a fundraising event.

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Despatie Injured

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  CTV Olympics - 2012-06-13 20:13

International Olympic CommitteeInternational Paralympic CommitteeCanadian Olympic CommitteeCanadian Paralympic CommitteeLondon 2012London 2012
International Olympic CommitteeInternational Paralympic CommitteeCanadian Olympic CommitteeCanadian Paralympic CommitteeLondon 2012London 2012. ...Paralympic.

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Aspiring rappers invited to play at Guildford's Celebrating The Torch event

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  Guildford People - 2012-06-13 20:06

Young wannabe rappers are being invited to enter a competition and win the chance to perform at the Celebrating The Torch event in Stoke Park in July.
Paralympic values (respect, excellence, friendship, courage, determination, inspiration and equality) to stand a chance of being considered.

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Judge cites Internet age, orders release of more evidence in Trayvon Martin shooting

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 20:05

By Kerry Sanders and Jamie Novogrod, NBC News SANFORD, Fla. -- It was once Florida?s tourism motto: ?The rules are different here.? John E. Polk Correctional Facili / Reuters file George Zimmerman, shown in a handout booking photo.
Witness says Sandusky threatened him unless he kept quiet Metallica helps FBI try to track down killer of Virginia Tech student Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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Body of naked man washes up on Florida beach; police say he was murdered

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  MSNBC - 2012-06-13 20:05

An unidentified man whose naked body washed ashore in Flagler Beach, Fla., was murdered, the city's police chief said Wednesday.  Follow @msnbc_us "He was the victim of a homicide by gunshot," Chief Dan Cody told The Daytona Beach News-Journal.
Blinded soldier aims for Paralympic Games in London Gay marriage battle goes before voters in Washington White student returns college scholarship meant for blacks Boy Scouts board member opposes anti-gay policy Video:

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Jodie Kidd in Olympic 'Italian Job' homage

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  Digital Spy - 2012-06-13 20:03

Jodie Kiddstars alongside Olympic athletes in a video homage to The Italian Job. The London 2012-themed short film was created to celebrate MINI's partnership with Team GB and Paralympics GB.
The London 2012-themed short film was created to celebrate MINI's partnership with Team GB and Paralympics GB.Helmed by lead Top Gear director Phil Churchward, 'The Britalian Job' features Kidd as the perpetrator of a night-time heist, alongside

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Team GB leaders conclude final London 2012 Paralympic preparations

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  Inside World Parasport - 2012-06-13 19:57

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Development of prosthetic hands stagnated for twenty years

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  Brightsurf Science News - 2012-06-13 19:46

The development of body-powered prosthetic hands has stagnated for over twenty years.
Barely three years after the awful attack that changed his life forever, he aimed to join the elite corps of international athletes vying for gold in the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing.

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Torch bearer aims to do flamin? good job

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  Jarrow & Hebburn Gazette - 2012-06-13 19:44

A SOUTH Tyneside sports coach is limbering up for his moment in the Olympic limelight. Nicholas Ridgeon, from Westoe Village in South Shields, has the honour of carrying the Olympic Torch through Whitburn on Saturday.
will be able too, and if they can have fun and get involved at a young age, then that?s a good thing. ?I admire the inclusively of the Games, and I think it breaks down borders. ?We can all enjoy the Paralympic and Olympic Games as one world and one

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Brits altering their travel plans to support Team GB

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  Cheapflights.co.uk - 2012-06-13 19:42

Brits have shown their support for this year?s Olympics by juggling their travel plans around the Games, research has revealed.
the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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York's Sport Clubs open their doors for a fitter city

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  The Leeds Guide - 2012-06-13 19:35

The largest number of sports club in York to host open days have been put on the starting blocks by City of York Council to help get more people fitter and healthier as part of the York Gold 2012 summer of sporting activities.
So whether residents fancy having a go at an Olympic sport like sailing or volleyball, a Paralympic event like Boccia or if they'd prefer a stretch at yoga or climbing at Brimham Rocks, there's something for everyone ? at no cost.

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Olympic Torch recreates Chariots of Fire scene

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  ITN - 2012-06-13 19:31

A group of young runners have re-created an iconic scene from the film Chariots of Fire in its original location, using the Olympic Torch.
'I'm booked to play Olympic ceremony' Markets fall amid euro contagion fears David Beckham plays paralympic sports on school visit Prince Charles pays Jubilee tribute to Queen Mary Berry's tips on how to bake the perfect Jubilee cake Dr Who star runs

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Summer Art Calendar

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  Stranger - 2012-06-13 19:25

Everything Happening in Art This Season by Large Museums SEATTLE ART MUSEUM ? 1300 First Ave, 654-3100, www.seattleartmuseum.
Everything Happening in Art This Season by Large Museums SEATTLE ART MUSEUM ? 1300 First Ave, 654-3100, www.seattleartmuseum.org , open Tues?Sun Ancestral Modern: Australian Aboriginal Art (through Sept 2) is a buzzing, glorious world full of

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Another bags Baker

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  Shots - 2012-06-13 19:13

Add to My Shots x Description Keywords In the name of colourThis article was added to your FOLDER NAME successfully. This content is only available to registered users and subscribers of shots. Registration is free.
Baker is brand new to the commercial world and caught the eye of the company with his intimate and powerful mini films showcasing Paralympic athletes for Channel 4 UK as part of their London 2012 Paralympic coverage.

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