It’s everywhere you go in London – on signs, on banners, and covering the mats in venues. It’s the shocking pink that is London 2012’s color scheme
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Olympic Volunteers Are Earning The “Games Makers” Title
Olympic athletes have long inspired admiration, but the London Games have introduced the world to a new set of heroes: volunteers
The Olympic Houses: Bringing the Games to Life
At least 18 countries are showcasing what they have to offer by opening their diverse doors to the world. TIME takes a peek inside three Olympic Houses
Lolo Jones Finishes Fourth In The Olympics. So Did She Deserve To Be Heard?
A news article criticized Jones’ pre-Games behavior. But Olympians must grab the spotlight.
Raisman Takes Gold (and Bronze) as U.S. Women Gymnasts End Games on a High Note
In just under two hours, U.S. gymnast Aly Raisman earned two of the last medals awarded in gymnastics at the London Games. But one of them almost wasn’t
Ireland’s Best Hope for Gold: Boxer Katie Taylor Punches Her Way into Women’s Semifinal
With Ireland’s heavy expectations on her shoulders, the four-time world champion — who has already electrified the boxing ring in London — sets her sights on winning the ultimate prize
London in Full Bloom: Wildflowers Are Breakout Stars at Olympic Park
Olympic spectators can’t stop taking pictures of them. Passersby point when they see them. They’ve even generated fan mail. They’re British wildflowers, and they are earning golden reviews at Olympic Park.
After Golden Performances, Douglas Falters in Uneven-Bars Final
After riding a golden high that propelled her to two Olympic gold medals, one in the women’s gymnastics team event and another in the individual all-around competition, Gabrielle Douglas fell to last in the finals for the uneven bars.
Usain Bolt Strikes Olympic Gold, Again
The Jamaican sprinter, and global superstar, defends his 100-meter Olympic title
After Ending Career with a Gold, Is Phelps the Greatest Olympian of All Time?
U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps closed out his career with an unprecedented 18th gold medal