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What's Serena Williams Doing On The Ramp?

What's Serena Williams Doing On The Ramp?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Supermodels Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen strode Paris Fashion Week's ramp at Off-White's first show following founder Virgil Abloh's death.

Osaka pulls out of Melbourne semi-final

Osaka pulls out of Melbourne semi-final

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Top-seeded Naomi Osaka pulled out of her Melbourne Summer Set 1 WTA event semi-final against Veronika Kudermetova on Saturday, citing the intensity of recent games as cause for her withdrawal.

The moment Joe Biden learnt of his win

The moment Joe Biden learnt of his win

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

That moment of pure joy and family celebration was tweeted by the US President-elect's oldest grandchild Naomi Biden.

Colombia reach first World Cup quarters; France advance

Colombia reach first World Cup quarters; France advance

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

While Catalina Usme fired Colombia to a 1-0 win over Jamaica, France entered the quarters with a win over Morocco.

We are pulling for you: Navratilova backs Osaka

We are pulling for you: Navratilova backs Osaka

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

'As athletes we are taught to take care of our body, and perhaps the mental and emotional aspect gets short shrift'

Osaka withdraws from pre-Wimbledon event in Berlin

Osaka withdraws from pre-Wimbledon event in Berlin

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

The 23-year-old released a short social media statement on Saturday to thank her fans for their support over her decision to withdraw from the French Open following a dispute over her refusal to attend press conferences.

Modi, Biden raise a toast to 'ever-lasting friendship'

Modi, Biden raise a toast to 'ever-lasting friendship'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Modi was addressing the State Dinner hosted in his honour by US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the North Lawn of the White House.

What The Models Wore To The Met Gala

What The Models Wore To The Met Gala

Rediff.com2 May 2023

It was more wonderful than you could possibly imagine.

Is That India's Tallest LIVING Christmas Tree?

Is That India's Tallest LIVING Christmas Tree?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

If you're in Mumbai, go visit India's tallest fully decorated natural Christmas tree.

Osaka feels the 'itch' to play tennis again

Osaka feels the 'itch' to play tennis again

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Four-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka looks set to return to tennis shortly after getting 'that itch' to play again.

Wimbledon organisers contact Osaka over media operations

Wimbledon organisers contact Osaka over media operations

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Earlier on Wednesday, tournament director Jamie Baker said he informed Osaka's team that organisers were "completely open for any discussions" in case of any issues.

Dazzling Disco Fashion

Dazzling Disco Fashion

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Styles from the 1970s are back in vogue.

Osaka refreshed and ready after first win since May

Osaka refreshed and ready after first win since May

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

Osaka said she appreciated taking time away from the court ahead of the Games in Tokyo

The 10 highest paid tennis stars

The 10 highest paid tennis stars

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Former world number one Roger Federer retained his place at the top of the list of the world's highest paid tennis players for a 17th year despite not playing a match for nearly 14 months.

Osaka in Wimbledon entry list; Serena, Federer not

Osaka in Wimbledon entry list; Serena, Federer not

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka's name appeared on the singles entry list for Wimbledon released by the organisers on Friday but veterans Roger Federer and the Williams sisters were not included.

Meet The Brown Beauties At The Oscars!

Meet The Brown Beauties At The Oscars!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

There were so many beautiful moments from Oscar night.

Osaka exhorts girls to embrace being 'different'

Osaka exhorts girls to embrace being 'different'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The video, which also shows Osaka signing a TV lens after a win and at a tournament representing Japan, depicts girls of all ages playing softball, rugby, tennis, soccer and fencing, plus breakdancing.

Osaka fires 18 aces to reach Miami Open final

Osaka fires 18 aces to reach Miami Open final

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Four-times Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka fired off 18 aces as the Japanese former world number beat Swiss Belinda Bencic 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday to reach her first Miami Open final.

From Ambanis to Tim Cook, Who's Who At Modi Dinner

From Ambanis to Tim Cook, Who's Who At Modi Dinner

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Indian billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Anand Mahindra, Apple CEO Tim Cook and corporate leader Indira Nooyi were among the guests. CEOs of Google, Microsoft and Adobe -- Sunder Pichai, Satya Nadella and Shantanu Narayen -- also attended the event.

Who's hotter? Cara, Keira, Naomi! Vote!

Who's hotter? Cara, Keira, Naomi! Vote!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

Snapshots from the all-star guest list at London's Serpentine Gallery's summer party in London's Hyde Park.

Osaka blows Stephens away on windy day at Indian Wells

Osaka blows Stephens away on windy day at Indian Wells

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Next up for Osaka is a second round match against Veronika Kudermetova.

Osaka thanks fans for 'all the love'

Osaka thanks fans for 'all the love'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

'Haven't been on my phone much but I wanted to hop on here and tell you all that I really appreciate it'

Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon but aims for Olympics

Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon but aims for Olympics

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Naomi Osaka has pulled out of the Wimbledon championship

Osaka retires, Raducanu exits, Andreescu upsets in Toronto

Osaka retires, Raducanu exits, Andreescu upsets in Toronto

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Osaka battled on gamely before retiring while trailing Kaia Kanepi 7-6(4), 3-0.

French Open PIX! Swiatek crowned champion

French Open PIX! Swiatek crowned champion

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

IMAGES from the Women's Singles Final of the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Saturday.

India shoot it out to reach Women's Nations Cup final

India shoot it out to reach Women's Nations Cup final

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

They had a golden chance to equalise with Deep Grace Ekka taking the strike from close range as the ball took a deflection from Vandana Katariya but only to ricochet off the crossbar in the second quarter.

Romance Meets Avatar On OTT This Week

Romance Meets Avatar On OTT This Week

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

It's raining sequels and true stories on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists everything you can watch.

Swiatek demolishes Osaka, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Swiatek demolishes Osaka, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

Poland's Iga Swiatek will take over the world number one ranking in style after keeping her remarkable winning run intact with a 6-4, 6-0 win over Japan's Naomi Osaka in the Miami Open final on Saturday.

Question marks over Osaka's Wimbledon participation

Question marks over Osaka's Wimbledon participation

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli says there are big question marks about whether or not Naomi Osaka will play at the grasscourt championships this year after her withdrawal from the French Open, citing mental health issues.

Sindhu storms into Malaysia Masters quarterfinals

Sindhu storms into Malaysia Masters quarterfinals

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Sindhu made short work of the world number 32, Yi Man 21-12, 21-10

CWG medallist Pooja Sihag's husband dies from drug overdose

CWG medallist Pooja Sihag's husband dies from drug overdose

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

CWG bronze medallist Pooja Sihag's husband Ajay Nandal of Garhi Bohar village was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Rohtak

Osaka becomes owner of US soccer club

Osaka becomes owner of US soccer club

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Osaka was named Forbes' highest-paid female athlete in May last year when she surpassed Serena Williams, raking in $37.4 million in prize money and endorsements over 12 months.

When Kamala Harris Met Xi Jinping

When Kamala Harris Met Xi Jinping

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

USA Vice President Kamala Harris and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Thailand.

PHOTOS: Osaka rallies to win US Open crown

PHOTOS: Osaka rallies to win US Open crown

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

IMAGES from US Open women's final played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center at the Flushing Meadows in the Queens borough of New York City on Saturday.

Calmer Osaka looking to be role model on court

Calmer Osaka looking to be role model on court

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Naomi Osaka not only wants to win Grand Slams and hoist trophies but also hopes to be a role model in the way she carries herself on court, her coach Wim Fissette said.

Osaka withdraws from French Open amid press boycott controversy

Osaka withdraws from French Open amid press boycott controversy

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Osaka said she was going to 'take some time away from the court now'

Osaka pays tribute to Kobe Bryant after triumph

Osaka pays tribute to Kobe Bryant after triumph

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

US Open champion Naomi Osaka paid tribute to basketball legend Kobe Bryant after winning her second title.

What's tennis champ Osaka doing at NY Fashion Week?

What's tennis champ Osaka doing at NY Fashion Week?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Naomi Osaka turned designer for the New York fashion week.

WC PIX: Japan erupts in cheers and tears

WC PIX: Japan erupts in cheers and tears

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Tears of joy in Japan after nail-biting win over Spain

Osaka on Haiti, Afghanistan and feeling ungrateful

Osaka on Haiti, Afghanistan and feeling ungrateful

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

'And for me to just be hitting a tennis ball in the United States right now and have people come and watch me play ... I would want to be myself in this situation rather than anyone else in the world.'