London 2012 Games venues to be finalised soon (Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)

The 2012 London Olympics venues will be finalised soon after rhythmic gymnastics and badminton reluctantly agreed to move to Wembley Arena, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Thursday.

Veteran Bradstock aims for 2012

Javelin thrower Roald Bradstock is targeting a remarkable comeback for the London Olympics in 2012 – when he will be 50 years old.

Veteran Bradstock aims for 2012

Javelin thrower Roald Bradstock is targeting a remarkable comeback for the London Olympics in 2012 – when he will be 50 years old.

Sullivan plans Olympic future after buying West Ham (AFP via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)

Former Birmingham owner David Sullivan took control of West Ham on Tuesday and immediately outlined ambitious plans to move the club into the new stadium being built for the London Olympics in 2012.

Japan’s Kitajima eyes 2012 London Olympics (Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)

Japan’s multi Olympic gold medallist Kosuke Kitajima has signalled his intent to swim at the 2012 London Olympics, describing the Games as his “last target,” local media reported Tuesday.

Plans halted for mosque near London Olympics site (AFP via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)

Plans to build a giant mosque near London’s 2012 Olympic stadium have collapsed after local authorities said Monday an Islamic group failed to submit a planning application in time.

BT claims fibre roll-out ahead of schedule (V3.co.uk via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)

BT has announced that it is ahead of schedule with its rollout of fibre services in the UK, and now expects to be finished in time for the London Olympics in 2012.

Everett would ‘cancel’ Olympics

Actor Rupert Everett says if he had the power, he would ‘cancel’ the London Olympics in 2012.

Coe rules out return to politics

London Olympics chief Lord Coe rules out a return to the political front line if David Cameron wins the next general election.

New coach wants long-term outlook

British archery’s new coach Lloyd Brown outlines plans to develop the squad "well beyond" the London Olympics in 2012.