Coubertin arranged a visit, and Brookes mounted a special Wenlock Games for his guest.
Her vision expanded over the years, and in July 1968 the first International Special Olympics Games were held in Chicago.
Robert Coben, a neuropsychologist on Long Island, has recently published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Neurotherapy a study of autistic children who, by playing special computer games, have improved connections among neurons in the frontal and temporal lobes, resulting in fewer repetitive behaviors, better socialization and improved language skills.
There's a history there, and that's what makes these games special.
Companies from Coca-Cola to Nike and Sprint to State Farm have hosted events ranging from Special Olympics basketball games to celebrity meet-and-greets for fans throughout the week.
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Let us mingle with the rich lore and history that make these games so special.
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Gareth Cowin, 25, died in PyeongChang whilst representing the island at the Special Olympics World Winter Games.
"They've allowed me to go to the Commonwealth Games on special leave so its a unique opportunity, " he said.
The Special Olympics World Winter Games in South Korea have been renamed in honour of Manx Olympian Gareth Cowin.
Most are on the offside, as experiences of special lanes in previous Games have shown this is the least disruptive option.
We learn where riders come and go and how these patterns change depending on day of week, season, weather, special events, baseball games, whatever.
It argued that the UK could be a global hub for the video games and special effects industries - but only if its education system got its act together.
For years now he has been the playmaker, the conductor of the Wallaby orchestra, the man conjuring something special to make and break games.
They can surely put on a pair of glasses to make it even more special. 3-D computer games should appeal, too.
Mauga, a key backup and special teams performer, missed 11 games last season with a torn pectoral muscle and was a restricted free agent.
During recent days we have had the honor as part of a U.S. Presidential Delegation to accompany more than 150 U.S. Special Olympians to the 2013 Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea.
The search has begun for 500 volunteers to help the Special Olympics GB's ninth national games run smoothly.
Both David and I have been wowed by the demos of the 3DS, which plays 3-D games without the need for special glasses.
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Lastly, if Hermit Crab in Space is submitted to and passes SCE Quality Assurance by September 27, 2013, Golden Ruby Games will also receive a special promotional package, which includes marketing, PR, and community support through a variety of PlayStation channels.
Do they want to read early access pieces about future games written by journalists who got special treatment from developers?
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If you want discounts and special access to shows, concerts and ball games, perhaps a charge card is right for you.
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The comedian and actor narrates a special animated film telling the story behind the games official mascot, which will be unveiled on Thursday.
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China's imports may also start to decline once its refineries have built up special stockpiles to see them through the Olympic games in Beijing.
Broadway is in competition not only with television, but also with the cinema, theme parks and even computer games, all of which offer thrilling special effects.
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"Many of these sports-friendly hotels offer special rate packages tailored to guests who will be attending games, " he says.
"Callum really is a very special talent as we saw when he won the Commonwealth Games, and I believe he has the potential to win a world title, " said the 36-year-old.
Activision is holding its annual Comic-Con event on Wednesday July 20 with a full slate of games for press to check out and a special appearance by comic book legend Stan Lee.
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Spectators grew anxious: Had he lost the special touch that had made him so successful in the 2008 Games?
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