A Chinese swimmer whose sensational gold medal performance raised eyebrows passed her drug tests, according to the World Doping Agency. An international row has erupted over Ye Shiwen, 16, a... Read more
The Mayor of London Boris Johnson says “lots” of Olympic Games lanes in the capital have been “turned off” to speed up the flow of traffic. He said it was because man... Read more
Great Britain’s hopes of a first home Olympic gold medal have been dashed after cyclist Mark Cavendish missed out on a podium finish. The reigning world champion and winner of 23 Tour... Read more
A potential worldwide audience of billions will watch the Olympic Games get under way later with a £27m opening ceremony. In a matter of hours, the Isles of Wonder spectacular will welcome t... Read more
