For the United Nations, the efforts of the Paralympics are of huge importance in promoting the inclusion and acceptance of diversity.

Powerlifting

Yakubu Adesokan and Nazmiye Muslu set new world records

Rowing

Tom Aggar heads the field going for glory at Eton Dorney.

Goalball

Prince William watches as Lithuania romp to 11-1 win.

Sitting Volleyball

The Paralympics do not come around every day, so be sure to take it all in says USA's Kendra Lancaster.

Here is a list of who will be carrying the flags for the 166 countries marching at the London 2012 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony.

Canada

With 503 medal events on the London 2012 programme book-ended by the Opening and Closing Ceremony, here are five events we believe could dazzle you.

Great Britain

A capacity crowd of 80,000 were captivated by stunning show at the Olympic Stadium.

Great Britain

In the men’s competition, Iran and Bosnia will battle it out, while China and USA will battle on the women’s side.

Professor Stephen Hawking and Sir Ian McKellen feature in the London 2012 Opening Ceremony at Olympic Stadium.