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Coldplay, Rihanna, Jay-Z close London Paralympics Associated Press Writer
LONDON — Farewell, London. Good luck matching that, Rio. Coldplay, Rihanna and Jay-Z rocked the Olympic Stadium on Sunday night to give the biggest-ever Paralympic Games a rousing send-off, wrapping up an unforgettable summer of sports in Britain. The three-hour party at the packed 80,000-seat arena in east London gave the world a chance to celebrate 11 days of Paralympic competition that have shifted perceptions and shattered stereotypes about the disabled. “In this country, we will never think of sport the same way and we will never think of disability the same way,” said Sebastian Coe, chairman of the London organizing committee. “The Paralympians have lifted the cloud of limitation.” Central to the closing ceremony — called the “Festival of the Flame” — were the 4,200 Paralympians from 164 nations who encircled the field of play from the start, waving flags and taking in the extraordinary atmosphere. By the end of the
extravaganza, they created an international mosh pit in front of the stage as volleys of fireworks rocketed above. “I think it’s been an absolute triumph from start to finish,” said British Prime Minister David Cameron, whose disabled son Ivan died in 2009. “I think back to Ivan. As every parent, you think about all the things they can’t do, but at the Paralympics they are superhuman, you see all the things they can do. “It’s been a golden summer of British sport.”
Coming after a hugely successful Olympic Games, the 2012 Paralympics broke all records, with 2.7 million spectators cramming into venues, more than $70 million raised in ticket sales and the games broadcast in more than 100 countries. They are unprecedented figures as the British public displayed an enthusiasm previously unseen in the 52-year history of the Paralympics. The wide exposure introduced the world to Paralympians such as Dutch wheelchair tennis player Esther
Vergeer — who extended her nine-year unbeaten streak to 470 matches by winning the women’s singles — and David Weir, a British wheelchair racer who won four golds in his home city. It also enhanced the reputation of iconic South African double-amputee sprinter Oscar Pistorius, who became the first track athlete to compete in both games. He won two golds in the Paralympics, including in the 4x100-meter relay which was one of 251 world records broken at these games. “I think people are going to look back at this Paralympic Games and for the first time really, truly believe that Paralympic sport is not just inspirational, it’s hard-core sport,” said Pistorius, who drew a rousing cheer as his image was displayed in a montage of Paralympians on the big screen.
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Singer Rihanna performs with Chris Martin lead vocals of the British rock band Coldplay during the closing ceremony for the 2012 Paralympics games, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012, in London.
Penelope Cruz concerned about crisis in Spain
Associated Press Writer
MADRID — Oscar-winning actress Penelope Cruz says she is deeply concerned about the financial crisis engulfing Spain and how it might affect the future of the film industry in her native country. The Hollywood star said she would like to encourage filmmakers to choose Spain as a location and perhaps use her status to promote co-productions there. In a statement released Sunday through her agent Katrina Bayonas, Cruz said she also wanted “to rectify” what she called a misinterpretation of her words. Cruz said an unnamed publication had quoted her as saying, “I will produce a couple of films a year in Spain to provide work for hundreds of people.” Cruz said the published words had “an arrogant tone” that had “nothing to do” with what she had wanted to say.
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Alleged bomb maker surrenders
JAKARTA — Authorities say an alleged bomb maker who fled his house during a raid has surrendered to police in Indonesia’s capital. Jakarta police spokesman Col. Rikwanto said Monday that 32-year-old Muhammad Toriq gave himself up late Sunday. He says a belt of explosives was strapped to Toriq’s body when he surrendered, but he handed it over along with a gun and ammunition. Toriq escaped after residents in western Jakarta rushed to his home last week as plumes of smoke shot up from it. Police later found explosive devices inside. Toriq is believed to be linked to a militant group that planned to shoot police and bomb the Parliament building to wage “holy war” and establish an Islamic state. Indonesia’s anti-terrorism forces have been busy over the past few months closing in on militants plotting not against Westerners but instead preparing to wage “holy war” against police and the government, which they see as barriers to creating an Islamic state. Alleged bomb maker Muhammad Toriq made their job easy Sunday when the armed militant turned himself into authorities while wearing a suicide bomber belt that did not contain any explosives. He had been on the run since last week when police flushed him out of his Jakarta house after neighbors reported seeing smoke billowing from it. He escaped again over the weekend after a blast rocked a house in the capital’s outskirts. Police believe it was a bomb that accidentally went off while being prepared for a terrorist attack.
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Bomb squad from Indonesian Police carrying a box containing material for handmade bomb that suspected belong to M. Toriq. Jakarta police spokesman Col. Rikwanto said Monday that 32-year-old Muhammad Toriq gave himself up late Sunday. He says a belt of explosives was strapped to Toriq’s body when he surrendered, but he handed it over along with a gun and ammunition.
Bali Police Department anticipate terrorist entering Bali
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FILE - Spanish actress Penelope Cruz during the presentation of the Goya 2010 film awards in Madrid, Spain, in this file photo dated Sunday Feb. 14, 2010.
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A police personnel checking a bag belong to Bus passenger at Ubung bus terminal recently. Police levelling up the security checking in Bali’s entrances amid terrorist’s plan to make a terror plot in Bali.
Carry out inspection and patrol
Denpasar – The news which is spread in the society that Bali still become the place for terrorist suspect make Bali Police Department tighten the security level. This is especially after few suspects were arrested in Solo. To anticipate any security disturbance, the police are increasing the inspection
on cars and newcomers in Bali. This is stated by the spokesman of Bali Police Department, Drs. Hariadi on Monday, September 10, 2012. He explained that the police department takes immediate action in respond to the news. The police carry out prevention and repressive action necessary according to the proper
regulation. It is such as by patrolling the neighborhood and inspected the prone places regularly. “We also often check the newcomer to Bali. We don’t want any breach in security,” he added. Hariadi also said that the tightest security is on harbor and provincial road because it is the access to enter Bali “We also hope that the people will cooper-
ate with the police to give information and secure their own area,” he urged. Hariadi explained that during their job on the field, the officers are equipped with complete tools such as bullet proof vest and fire arms. This is needed for the safety of the officers. “We hope that all of our efforts make Bali a safer island,” Hariadi said. (kmb21)