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24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

16 missing, 150,000 evacuated, 70,000 without power.

CA to honour Hughes to mark his 10th death anniversary

CA to honour Hughes to mark his 10th death anniversary

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

CA said it had produced a documentary in conjunction with Hughes's family to mark the occasion, which will be broadcast before play at Adelaide Oval.

Amit Shah ordered violence: Canada minister's big claim

Amit Shah ordered violence: Canada minister's big claim

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Top Canadian officials have accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of leading a campaign targeting Sikh separatists in Canada, escalating tensions between the two nations.

Won't release hostages till Israel leaves Gaza, says Hamas: Report

Won't release hostages till Israel leaves Gaza, says Hamas: Report

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Khalil al-Hayya, Sinwar's deputy and leader of Hamas' delegation during ceasefire negotiations, emphasised that the prisoners' return would not happen before the end of the aggression, AP reported.

Close shave between Russian fighter jet and US F-16

Close shave between Russian fighter jet and US F-16

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Military officials released new video on Monday of a close encounter between a Russian fighter jet and a US Air Force F-16 interceptor near Alaska, Associated Press has reported.

What Biden, Harris said after 2nd assassination attempt on Trump

What Biden, Harris said after 2nd assassination attempt on Trump

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Biden commended the Secret Service for their 'vigilance' and keeping the former president 'safe'. He further said that one suspect has been held in custody and an active investigation is underway.

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday is cruising towards winning the race for the White House in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history by almost defeating his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in an election that virtually divided the country into two camps.

God spared my life for a reason: Trump in victory speech

God spared my life for a reason: Trump in victory speech

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Former US President Donald Trump addressed his supporters on Wednesday, thanking them for giving Republicans an unprecedented and powerful mandate, and said this moment will help the country "heal".

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The ICC on Tuesday said the Women's T20 World Cup will be moved to the United Arab Emirates due to the prevailing unrest in Bangladesh

Nadal beats Borg Jr to advance in Bastad

Nadal beats Borg Jr to advance in Bastad

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Nadal on the US Open entry list

Rohit-Kohli retirement: SL aim to capitalize on India's transition

Rohit-Kohli retirement: SL aim to capitalize on India's transition

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Sri Lanka's interim head coach Sanath Jayasuriya expects his team to take advantage of the recent retirements by stars like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The multi-mission communication satellite, also known as PAKSAT MM1, was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China's southwestern province of Sichuan, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

'Pak doesn't have no first use of nukes policy, can look India in the eye'

'Pak doesn't have no first use of nukes policy, can look India in the eye'

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'The Indian gung-ho leadership may like to think about it, there should never ever be a doubt in anyone's mind, friend or foe, that Pakistan's operationally ready nuclear capability enables every Pakistani leader the liberty, the dignity and the courage to look straight into the Indian eye and never blink.'

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

With the athletes bidding goodbye to Paris after another bone-tingling edition of the Olympics, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com, shares some interesting nuggets that made the Paris Olympics an event to remember!

Nadal plays down expectations on tour return

Nadal plays down expectations on tour return

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The Spaniard, who has slipped to world number 672, said he was feeling much better than a year ago but added that he cannot have long-term goals just yet.

Indian Spelling Bee Champs! What's The Secret Sauce?

Indian Spelling Bee Champs! What's The Secret Sauce?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The fact that India is multilingual and the kids grow up already bilingual or trilingual so learning another language or learning other spelling patterns is not really that hard.'

Princess Kate admits to editing family photo; apologises

Princess Kate admits to editing family photo; apologises

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton on Monday apologised for 'any confusion' caused by a royal family portrait released by Kensington Palace of her posing with her three children, the first photograph made public since her abdominal surgery in January.

Hong Kong busts $1.8-bn money laundering syndicate with India links, 7 held

Hong Kong busts $1.8-bn money laundering syndicate with India links, 7 held

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The syndicate used "stooge" bank accounts and shell companies to transfer the largest amount linked to a single case recorded in the city, the Customs and Excise Department of Hong Kong said.

Affected my family more: Maxwell on Adelaide fiasco

Affected my family more: Maxwell on Adelaide fiasco

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Ending up in hospital after a late-night party in Adelaide was 'less than ideal', conceded Australian swashbuckler Glenn Maxwell.

Will play IPL until I can't walk anymore: Maxwell

Will play IPL until I can't walk anymore: Maxwell

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

'You're rubbing shoulders with AB (de Villiers) and Virat (Kohli) for two months, talking to them while watching other games. It's just the greatest learning experience that any player could ask for.'

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Her infamous dad, her brothers Donald Jr and Eric testified before her, but none of them matched the glamour and style Ivanka Trump did when she attended the Trump Organization civil fraud trial at the New York state supreme court in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

Sri Lankan cricketer to face rape trial in Australia

Sri Lankan cricketer to face rape trial in Australia

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Danushka Gunathilaka will stand trial on a rape charge

Pak Prez makes U-turn on 'Palestine solution' after row

Pak Prez makes U-turn on 'Palestine solution' after row

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Alvi's comments walking back on the earlier stance came during a meeting with Dr Saleh bin Abdullah Humaid, Imam Khatib at Masjid Al-Haram, and adviser at Saudi Royal Courts of Saudi Arabia on Thursday, according to a report in the newspaper Dawn.

Pak Prez calls for 'one-state solution' to Palestine, retracts later

Pak Prez calls for 'one-state solution' to Palestine, retracts later

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

Pakistan President Arif Alvi has stirred a controversy by proposing a 'one-state solution' to the Palestine problem in a significant departure from established policy, prompting the caretaker government to distance itself from the remarks and calls for his resignation.

Will David Warner set the World Cup stage ablaze?

Will David Warner set the World Cup stage ablaze?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Marsh backs 'GOAT' Warner to open for Australia in World Cup

SEE: 43 Grand Slam titles present at the Met Gala!

SEE: 43 Grand Slam titles present at the Met Gala!

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Federer, who looked dapper and a sure shot contender to play the next James Bond, caught up with fellow tennis legend, Williams -- in all her pregnant glory!

India working with French authorities after flight detained

India working with French authorities after flight detained

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The plane that took off from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates carrying 303 Indian passengers, including many minors, was grounded at the Chalons-Vatry airport in Marne on Thursday.

Why's Kim Jong Un Looking Thrilled?

Why's Kim Jong Un Looking Thrilled?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Glimpses of North Korean tyrant Kim Jong Un at the 'high-thrust solid-fuel motor' test as part of the development of a new strategic weapon.

Sunak sacks Indian origin home secy; Ex-PM Cameron brought in

Sunak sacks Indian origin home secy; Ex-PM Cameron brought in

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday sacked his Indian-origin Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, and replaced her with James Cleverly, while former premier David Cameron, in an unusual move, is back in the frontline government as the new foreign secretary.

Ashes: Shouldn't panic, Lyon's plans to tackle 'Bazball'

Ashes: Shouldn't panic, Lyon's plans to tackle 'Bazball'

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Ahead of the Ashes, Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon urged his teammates to remain calm in the face of the 'Bazball' threat.

WTC final: 'India have some class fast bowlers'

WTC final: 'India have some class fast bowlers'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Off-spinner Nathan Lyon doesn't believe Australia's preparations for the World Test Championship final will be affected by the talk around the Ashes.

Barty back at Aus Open in different role

Barty back at Aus Open in different role

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

"The best part is she just treats me like a normal person and we can relate in that regard and off-court is just as important as on court."

Trudeau's allegations based on Five Eyes intel, confirms US diplomat

Trudeau's allegations based on Five Eyes intel, confirms US diplomat

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Admitting for the first time, a top United States diplomat has confirmed that there was 'shared intelligence among Five Eyes partners' that had prompted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's offensive allegation about Indian agents' involvement in the killing of a Khalistani extremist on Canadian soil, according to a media report on Saturday.

Nagpur Pitch: Healy Slams India

Nagpur Pitch: Healy Slams India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

'It's really embarrassing, the scuppering of our plans to get some practice sessions on that Nagpur wicket.'

Nadal's wife Maria Perello gives birth to baby boy

Nadal's wife Maria Perello gives birth to baby boy

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

The Diario de Mallorca and other Spanish media said the 36-year-old Nadal, who has won a men's record 22 Grand Slam titles, and his wife, Mery Perello, were blessed with a baby boy at a clinic on the island of Mallorca where they live.

2 Days After Globes, Elvis' Daughter Dies

2 Days After Globes, Elvis' Daughter Dies

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

She was at the Golden Globes on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, on hand to celebrate Austin Butler's award for playing her father.

Is Biden Using Trudeau To Get Back At Modi?

Is Biden Using Trudeau To Get Back At Modi?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Once the Canadian investigation runs its course, Ottawa may put on the public domain further accusations passing for "evidence" -- and that could happen at some point closer to our general election. All in all, the big question is, what is it that the US is really up to, asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Russia denies reports of FM Lavrov falling ill during G20

Russia denies reports of FM Lavrov falling ill during G20

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on Monday denied the media reports of taking Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to hospital with a heart condition and called it the 'height of fakery', several media reported.

We failed the examination of India: Australia coach McDonald

We failed the examination of India: Australia coach McDonald

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Australia coach Andrew McDonald made no bones about his team's capitulation in the second innings of the second Test in Delhi.

Why Australia's Green may skip IPL 2023

Why Australia's Green may skip IPL 2023

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald is concerned about Cameron Green's workload leading up to IPL 2023.