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UK Nasser Bin Hamad at London 2012
London 2012: Bahrainis Boycot Olympics Over Torture Claims

The son of the King of Bahrain, Prince Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa is the front man of Bahrain’s sports; not democratically chosen but appointed like the rest of his family, who are in power. The young man gained fame after the February 14 uprising last year, when he allegedly personally tortured many Bahraini athletes, who joined the ranks of protesters at massive demonstrations, demanding political change in the country.

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London 2012: Olympic Rings Representing Global Issues

Much art is created surrounding the Olympics celebrating the athletes or spirit of unity with each country competing on a level playing field for international success in their chosen sport. However, Gustavo Sousa, The Brazilian creative director at Mother London, has decided instead to use the rings to represent the five continents of the world with their relative size reflecting the world in which we live today from population to wealth to obesity and more.

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