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MJ tour organisers to refund tickets worth 85mn

MJ tour organisers to refund tickets worth 85mn

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

The company which had sold tickets worth 85 million for the 50 -date concert tour 'This Is It' that was to be held in London's famed O2 Arena from July 13. AEG will now have to refund the amount to approximately 750,000 people across the globe, reported Los Angeles Times.

Techie from Maha drowns in US, had called mom earlier

Techie from Maha drowns in US, had called mom earlier

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Patil, who was a technology professional, was hiking above the gorge on June 6 on Avalanche Lake Trail, where he fell off a large rock into Avalanche Creek.

India threatens CWG boycott over shocking exclusion

India threatens CWG boycott over shocking exclusion

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Gopichand, who is often credited with creating a pipeline of top badminton players by identifying them at a young age, described the move by the games' organisers' as appalling.

India gear up to settle the score against Germany

India gear up to settle the score against Germany

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

India eye Paris revenge against Germany in Test series as international hockey returns to Delhi

Beckham's LA story: from star to unknown

Beckham's LA story: from star to unknown

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

England soccer player David Beckham was a superstar in Europe but when he moved to America a waiter demanded to see his ID and refused him a glass of wine, according to a book due out in July. The book also features Beckham discussing the technique of his trademark bending free-kick goals, his marriage to the former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham and his relationship with celebrities such as Tom Cruise.

De La Hoya announces his retirement

De La Hoya announces his retirement

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

Oscar De La Hoya, the "Golden Boy" who has held world titles in six different weight classes, announced his retirement from the ring on Tuesday.

India aims for best-ever medal haul at 2020 Olympics

India aims for best-ever medal haul at 2020 Olympics

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju said Tokyo Olympics is the immediate target but infrastructure needs to be put in place for future events for athletes to perform well.

The couple who travel the world recreating movie scenes

The couple who travel the world recreating movie scenes

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Some couples like to cook together while others like to work out. Robin Lachhein, 31, and Judith Schneider, 30, from Hofheim, Germany, have a slightly more involved hobby: They travel the world together re-creating famous movie and television serial scenes. They post images of their amazing recreations to their Instagram page, Secret Famous Places, which has amassed a following of more than 20,000 people. Among the scenes they have recreated are the dancing scene from La La Land in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, a scene from romantic comedy P.S I Love You and from the blockbuster hit Game of Thrones. Keep scrolling to see some of their favourite shots so far.

Djokovic claims Olympic gold, calls it career peak

Djokovic claims Olympic gold, calls it career peak

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Djokovic described beating Carlos Alcaraz to claim the Olympic singles gold medal at the fifth attempt as the biggest achievement of his career on Sunday.

Spotted: Imran Khan in LA

Spotted: Imran Khan in LA

Rediff.com25 Mar 2008

Reader Tony Parakka sent us this picture from Los Angeles, USA.

Tanuja-Kajol Pay Respects to Bappi Lahiri

Tanuja-Kajol Pay Respects to Bappi Lahiri

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

While film folk paid tribute to the Disco King on social media, a few visited his residence.

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Anand Henry, an Indian-origin former Meta software engineer is suspected of killing his wife and twin sons before turning a gun on himself in a gruesome murder-suicide in the United States state of California, according to authorities.

Spotted: Virender Sehwag in LA

Spotted: Virender Sehwag in LA

Rediff.com18 Sep 2007

Reader Sekhar sent us this picture from Los Angeles.

When P T Usha created history

When P T Usha created history

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The legendary athlete marked a major feat in her career with a simply worded tweet and a photograph.

India Inc takes 60-year bash to the US

India Inc takes 60-year bash to the US

Rediff.com26 Jul 2007

In an effort to brand India as an emerging global power, Indian companies are organising a series of activities in the US to mark the 60th anniversary of Independence.

Marion Jones is broke!

Marion Jones is broke!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

Three-time Olympic champion Marion Jones is heavily in debt, fighting off court judgments and down to a bank balance of about $2,000.

Actor Harrison Ford undergoes surgery after plane crash

Actor Harrison Ford undergoes surgery after plane crash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

'Indiana Jones' star Harrison Ford underwent surgery to repair a broken ankle and pelvis following his death-defying plane crash in California.

Immense pollution pool over Bihar: NASA

Immense pollution pool over Bihar: NASA

Rediff.com29 Jan 2005

"Blanketing around 100 million people, primarily in the Ganges Valley, the pollution levels are about five times larger than those typically found over Los Angeles," NASA said in a release.

At Parineeti's Dreamy Engagement

At Parineeti's Dreamy Engagement

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Parineeti Chopra gives us glimpses into her engagement ceremony to Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha.

Kamala Harris: Her Life In Photos

Kamala Harris: Her Life In Photos

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

A peek into the life of United States Vice President Kamala Harris, the likely Democratic presidential nominee.

A few final steps to be completed: Misri on Rana's extradition

A few final steps to be completed: Misri on Rana's extradition

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The United States has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. The decision was announced by President Donald Trump during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the White House. India is currently working on the logistics of Rana's surrender and extradition, with several final steps to be completed before he is sent back to India. The joint statement issued by India and the US during Prime Minister Modi's visit reaffirmed their commitment to fighting terrorism and eliminating terrorist safe havens. The leaders also called on Pakistan to bring to justice the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai and Pathankot attacks. Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin, is currently lodged at a metropolitan detention center in Los Angeles. He is associated with Pakistani-American terrorist David Coleman Headley, one of the main conspirators of the 26/11 attacks.

Zlatan rips LeBron: 'He should stay out of politics'

Zlatan rips LeBron: 'He should stay out of politics'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Ibrahimovic said sports people like Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James should quit sticking their nose into politics.

Lalit Modi slams IPL team owners over lost opportunity

Lalit Modi slams IPL team owners over lost opportunity

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Talking about the ICC T20 World Cup in the West Indies/US this year and inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, he said that the T20 World Cup in New York will be driven by expats.

NBA star Abdul-Jabbar evaluated for dizziness after surgery

NBA star Abdul-Jabbar evaluated for dizziness after surgery

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was evaluated and released from the emergency department of a Los Angeles-area hospital on Wednesday, about two weeks after undergoing quadruple bypass surgery, the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center said.

NRIs catalyst in US-India ties

NRIs catalyst in US-India ties

Rediff.com1 Sep 2005

I'm not done yet: PV Sindhu eyes LA 2028 Olympics

I'm not done yet: PV Sindhu eyes LA 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

PV Sindhu says if she remains injury-free and in peak physical condition, she will aim for a third medal.

Stepanek upsets Blake to clinch second ATP title

Stepanek upsets Blake to clinch second ATP title

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

The 28-year-old from Karvina broke the second-seeded American twice in the third set to seal victory in two hours 20 minutes at the Los Angeles Tennis Center.

Blake in LA semis, Safin goes out

Blake in LA semis, Safin goes out

Rediff.com21 Jul 2007

former world number one Marat Safin was knocked out by South Korea's Lee Hyung-taik/

Tursunov upset by birthday boy Spadea

Tursunov upset by birthday boy Spadea

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

American Vince Spadea celebrated his 33rd birthday with a dramatic fightback to beat Russian fifth seed Dmitry Tursunov 6-7 7-5 6-3 in the Los Angeles Classic second round on Thursday.

Indian American judge for US court

Indian American judge for US court

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

Kumar, a 40-year-old Republican, has served as court commissioner in the Los Angeles County Superior Court since 2001.

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Shah, the son of India's Home Minister Amit Shah, will have his task cut out as the ICC looks to find an acceptable solution to implement the 'Hybrid Model' for the Champions Trophy originally scheduled in Pakistan.

Tomjanovich considering Lakers future

Tomjanovich considering Lakers future

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

The Los Angeles Lakers head coach is considering stepping down due to ill health after less than seven months at the helm.

Bryant suspended for two games

Bryant suspended for two games

Rediff.com31 Dec 2005

The Los Angeles Lakers guard was punished for elbowing Mike Miller of the Memphis Grizzlies in the throat.

Ready For The Tribe?

Ready For The Tribe?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

From Vijay saving the day yet again to Vikramaditya Motwane's latest offering, here's everything you can watch on OTT this week.

Cricket in Olympics: Multi-billion dollar broadcast market, BCCI's push and ICC pitch perfect presentation

Cricket in Olympics: Multi-billion dollar broadcast market, BCCI's push and ICC pitch perfect presentation

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

A multi-billion dollar broadcast market, the game's most powerful board's positive intent and a perfect pitch by the global body based on a three-fold 'U-P-L' principle ensured cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

Olympics: T20 an excellent platform to take cricket to global market

Olympics: T20 an excellent platform to take cricket to global market

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'It is great news (cricket in Olympics) if you are a business-person. America has a large section of Asian expats, who are crazy about cricket and they will fill the stadium and of course will follow the game on TV or streaming apps.'

My Favourite Oscar Moment

My Favourite Oscar Moment

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich. Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not susceptible to groupthink. Those who protested Kazan's presence were protesting that very quality: They were saying that he was too much of an outlier, a wolf in a radical's clothing. Sreehari Nair captures his Kodak moment at the Oscars.

Davenport upset in LA comeback

Davenport upset in LA comeback

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Lindsay Davenport lost to Australia's Samantha Stosur 6-7, 6-4, 6-3 in the Los Angeles Open second round.

Judge seeks more documents in 26/11 suspect Tahawwur Rana extradition case

Judge seeks more documents in 26/11 suspect Tahawwur Rana extradition case

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Magistrate judge Jacqueline Chooljian on Thursday ordered the defence attorneys and prosecutors to file additional documents by July 15, which was reported by a US news agency.