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Schumacher to undergo 'secret treatment' in Paris

Schumacher to undergo 'secret treatment' in Paris

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Schumacher was taken to the Pompidou hospital in southwest Paris on Monday afternoon, Le Parisien said, without citing its sources.

Zidane defends his comments about Bale

Zidane defends his comments about Bale

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

'I have not disrespected anybody and least of all the player. I have always said the same, the players are the most important and every time I am with a player here I will be with them always'

Baby No. 4 for Cristiano Ronaldo. Congratulate him!

Baby No. 4 for Cristiano Ronaldo. Congratulate him!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo became a father for the fourth time after girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez gave birth to a baby girl Alana Martina.

Bangladesh's Tamim out of Asia Cup after injury heroics

Bangladesh's Tamim out of Asia Cup after injury heroics

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Tamim came out to bat after despite his injury in the opening match, against Sri Lanka in the opening match on Saturday.

Ronaldo posts adorable photo of 'the two new loves of his life'

Ronaldo posts adorable photo of 'the two new loves of his life'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo posted an adorable photograph of his newborn twins on Thursday.

The girls who built robots under the shadow of the Taliban

The girls who built robots under the shadow of the Taliban

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

In photos: After US visa battle, all-girl Afghanistan team competes in the first international robot Olympics in Washington, DC

Taliban faces leadership crisis post Mansour's death

Taliban faces leadership crisis post Mansour's death

Rediff.com24 May 2016

The Afghan Taliban is struggling to find a successor to slain chief Mullah Akhtar Mansour.

French Open to ban Serena's 'Black Panther' catsuit?

French Open to ban Serena's 'Black Panther' catsuit?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

The 36-year-old American star stunned Paris this year in her body-hugging outfit which she said was inspired by the 'Black Panther' movie and made her feel like a 'warrior princess'.

Lockdown: Liverpool, Chelsea to feed vulnerable groups

Lockdown: Liverpool, Chelsea to feed vulnerable groups

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Premier League leaders Liverpool are helping feed vulnerable and elderly people within the community during the novel coronavirus outbreak with the help of local church members. While, Chelsea will provide 78,000 free meals to Britain's National Health Service and charities that support the elderly and vulnerable during the coronavirus crisis.

What is Biden trying to tell India?

What is Biden trying to tell India?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

It is difficult to recall an Indian minister in modern times pushing back at the US publicly, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

France did not choose Reliance in any way: Hollande

France did not choose Reliance in any way: Hollande

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

Hollande said only Dassault can comment on whether India had put pressure on Reliance and Dassault to work together.

Benfica player tests COVID-19 positive

Benfica player tests COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Even as Portugal clubs began training last week and players found COVID-19 positive, the Portuguese government has issued guidelines for restart of the Primeira Liga.

Italy soccer legend Pirlo hangs his boots

Italy soccer legend Pirlo hangs his boots

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

The 38-year-old won the 2006 World Cup, two Champions League titles and six Serie A trophies.

Ronaldo tight-lipped on future after World Cup knock-out

Ronaldo tight-lipped on future after World Cup knock-out

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

Cristiano Ronaldo declined to comment on his international future after bowing out of the World Cup following Portugal's 2-1 defeat by Uruguay.

COVID-19: How WhatsApp is tackling spread of fake messages

COVID-19: How WhatsApp is tackling spread of fake messages

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

WhatsApp limited the number of times a frequently forwarded message can be sent further to only one chat at a time. This resulted in 70% plunge in viral forwarded messages globally, WhatsApp told GoI.

Paris attack suspect handed over to France

Paris attack suspect handed over to France

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

Belgium on Wednesday extradited Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam to France, AFP reported.

Eight Pakistan players fined for breaking World Cup curfew

Eight Pakistan players fined for breaking World Cup curfew

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Eight Pakistan players, including maverick former captain Shahid Afridi, have been fined for breaching a team curfew ahead of their crucial World Cup game against India, sources told AFP.

Ryder Cup fan 'loses sight' after being hit by Koepka drive

Ryder Cup fan 'loses sight' after being hit by Koepka drive

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

Ryder Cup organisers are helping a spectator who said she had been blinded after being struck in the eye by a tee shot played by American Brooks Koepka during the weekend's match against Europe, they said on Tuesday.

How much is Anil Ambani's Rafale deal worth?

How much is Anil Ambani's Rafale deal worth?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

Is it Rs 300 billion or Rs 66 billion or Rs 33.12 billion?

England diary: Old Trafford Test benefits homeless people

England diary: Old Trafford Test benefits homeless people

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

England's defeat of India inside three days in the fourth Test at Manchester's Old Trafford may not have been good news for ground authorities, who lost out on two days' worth of takings and it certainly wasn't good for the tourists.

History beckons as Amla set to become SA's first non-white captain

History beckons as Amla set to become SA's first non-white captain

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

Hashim Amla will make history on Wednesday when he takes the field as South Africa's first permanent non-white skipper, helming a team in transition after the retirements of Test greats Graeme Smith and Jacques Kallis.

Mourinho's agent: Coach paid $27 million in taxes in Spain

Mourinho's agent: Coach paid $27 million in taxes in Spain

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Jose Mourinho's agent says the Manchester United manager paid more than 26 million euros (USD 27 million) in taxes when he lived in Spain from 2010-13.

Spain could do an encore at the World Cup. Here is why...

Spain could do an encore at the World Cup. Here is why...

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

If statistics and a study is anything to by, then Spain look set to defend their World Cup crown. Yes, you read that right!

Run-out row: Ranatunga, Jayasuriya defend Butler 'Mankading'

Run-out row: Ranatunga, Jayasuriya defend Butler 'Mankading'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Former skipper Arjuna Ranatunga says Sri Lanka was right in running-out England's Jos Buttler, but felt the batsman should have been recalled in the spirit of the game.

Former New Zealand captain Cairns under probe by police, ICC

Former New Zealand captain Cairns under probe by police, ICC

Rediff.com27 Mar 2014

Former New Zealand Test cricketer Chris Cairns has confirmed that he is under investigation by the London Metropolitan Police and the International Cricket Council's anti-corruption unit, although he says he does not know why.

Taylor tears into Ponting over revelations of Clarke feud in book

Taylor tears into Ponting over revelations of Clarke feud in book

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting said on Wednesday he was "offended" after Mark Taylor blasted his feud with Michael Clarke, saying it should have stayed in the dressing room.

Malik confirms ODI retirement after World Cup exit

Malik confirms ODI retirement after World Cup exit

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

Pakistan batsman Shoaib Malik confirmed his retirement from one-day cricket without making a farewell appearance in his side's victory over Bangladesh at the World Cup on Friday.

Whiff of desi: South Asian inspirations at the NY Fashion Week

Whiff of desi: South Asian inspirations at the NY Fashion Week

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Snapshots from New York Fashion Week

National Geographic 'Afghan girl' found living in Pak with fake ID

National Geographic 'Afghan girl' found living in Pak with fake ID

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

The famous "Afghan girl" immortalised in a 1985 National Geographic magazine cover is facing investigation in Pakistan after she was found living in the country on fraudulent identity papers.

Neymar ready to quit PSG for Real or Barcelona?

Neymar ready to quit PSG for Real or Barcelona?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

Sporting director Leonardo Araujo, back for a second stint in the role, has said the Brazilian can leave if a buyer is found.

Pope Francis calls for major reforms in the Catholic church

Pope Francis calls for major reforms in the Catholic church

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Pope Francis has outlined his vision for Church in a first big written text of his papacy released on Tuesday. The Catholic leader said he was "open to suggestions" on how his role should change.

Ideal for Sachin to play farewell Test against Pakistan in Kolkata: Akram

Ideal for Sachin to play farewell Test against Pakistan in Kolkata: Akram

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Pakistan bowling great Wasim Akram said he hoped Indian batting great Sachin Tendulkar would play his final Test farewell against Pakistan in Kolkata, AFP reported on Thursday.

Aus pacer Siddle treated for bushfire smoke inhalation

Aus pacer Siddle treated for bushfire smoke inhalation

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Air quality to be closely monitored ahead of Australia Tests

JNPT terminal, Petya's first victim in India

JNPT terminal, Petya's first victim in India

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

AP Moller-Maersk, one of the affected entities globally, operates the Gateway Terminals India at JNPT.

Pole vaulter Isinbayeva to retire after World Championships

Pole vaulter Isinbayeva to retire after World Championships

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Russian pole vault queen and double Olympic champion Yelena Isinbayeva has announced that she would be retiring after the world athletics championships, which take place in her home country in Moscow, Russia, in August, AFP reported.

Bangladesh cricketer suspended for 'beating child maid'

Bangladesh cricketer suspended for 'beating child maid'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

Bangladesh national cricketer Shahadat Hossain was suspended from all forms of the game as police investigate allegations that he and his wife beat their 11-year-old maid.

Djokovic urges youth 'dream big and work hard' at UN speech

Djokovic urges youth 'dream big and work hard' at UN speech

Rediff.com24 Aug 2013

It was one of the big days in the life of World No 1 Novak Djokovic when he addressed the United Nations on Friday and encouraged youth to follow ones dreams and cultivate sporting values like teamwork and fairplay.

Messi keen to meet Afghan boy whose pics in plastic jersey have gone viral

Messi keen to meet Afghan boy whose pics in plastic jersey have gone viral

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Barcelona star Lionel Messi is hoping to arrange a meeting with an Afghan boy who shot to fame after pictures of him dressed in a striped plastic bag jersey went viral, Kabul's football federation said on Monday.

Gillespie named Australia T20 assistant coach

Gillespie named Australia T20 assistant coach

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

Former Test fast bowler Jason Gillespie was, on Thursday, appointed as Australia assistant coach for the three Twenty20 internationals against Sri Lanka in February.

British graduate bats record 26 hours for charity!

British graduate bats record 26 hours for charity!

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

A British graduate collapsed in a heap, on Tuesday, at The Oval cricket ground in London after batting for 26 hours in a bid to break the world record.