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Pakistan Taliban deny role in Boston bombings

Pakistan Taliban deny role in Boston bombings

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

The Pakistani Taliban, which claimed responsibility for a botched car bombing in New York's Times Square in 2010, today denied any role in the bombings at the Boston Marathon in the US that killed three people and injured over 140.

Watching 2 men kiss in Miami infuriated Orlando gunman?

Watching 2 men kiss in Miami infuriated Orlando gunman?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Omar Mateen, the Afghan-origin gunman who killed at least 50 people at a gay nightclub in Orlando, was allegedly infuriated over seeing two men kissing in Miami recently, according to media reports.

New York sues Harvey Weinstein over sexual misconduct

New York sues Harvey Weinstein over sexual misconduct

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The case has been filed electronically in Manhattan's State Supreme Court and the timing is expected to cause a delay in the sale of The Weinstein Company (TWC), which is facing bankruptcy, the New York Times reported.

Trump claims election 'fraud; says he's going to court

Trump claims election 'fraud; says he's going to court

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

As far as I'm concerned, we already have won it, Trump said.

Indian economy, missing women, BJP and cricket

Indian economy, missing women, BJP and cricket

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

'It's very hard to win elections on policies that don't offer much now, but promise more growth and income in the future,' Vivek Dehejia and Rupa Subramanya tell Rediff.com's Faisal Kidwai.

Can't block net only for terrorists: Jaishankar on Kashmir blackout

Can't block net only for terrorists: Jaishankar on Kashmir blackout

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The external affairs minister also said that Pakistan openly practises terrorism and there is no scope for negotiations until Islamabad reins in its financing and recruitment of militant groups.

Sports Shorts: Jury finds USTA mostly liable for Bouchard fall

Sports Shorts: Jury finds USTA mostly liable for Bouchard fall

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

The jury deliberated for less than an hour before ruling in Bouchard's favour in the lawsuit against the USTA.

Angelina Jolie undergoes preventive double mastectomy

Angelina Jolie undergoes preventive double mastectomy

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Jolie carried the BRCA1 gene which leads to an increased risk in breast and ovarian cancer.

Strapped for cash? Avoid these debt traps

Strapped for cash? Avoid these debt traps

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Cash on credit card and upfront money in exchange for future pension might sound tempting, but they carry enormous interest rates.

Hollywood pays tribute to late Glee star Cory Monteith

Hollywood pays tribute to late Glee star Cory Monteith

Rediff.com15 Jul 2013

Here's what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

US prez can authorise pre-emptive cyber strikes: Report

US prez can authorise pre-emptive cyber strikes: Report

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

President Barack Obama has the power to order a pre-emptive cyber strike if the United States detects credible evidence of a major digital attack against it from abroad, a secret legal review has concluded amid increased cyberattacks on American firms and critical infrastructure.

US-Pak drone deal report needs to be substantiated: India

US-Pak drone deal report needs to be substantiated: India

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

India on Monday said it needs to see whether the media reports that Pakistan allowed American drone strikes on its soil under a secret deal are "authentic" or not.

This book junks some of innovation's most toxic myths

This book junks some of innovation's most toxic myths

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

How Stella Saved the Farm reflects the classes that Govindarajan, a Dartmouth business professor, has been offering to top executives in America.

Vivek Dehejia: 'Modi model,' template for India's development?

Vivek Dehejia: 'Modi model,' template for India's development?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

There are those who question whether Gujarat is the growth miracle that many claim or routinely assume that it is, says Vivek Dehejia.

Chinese PM Wen Jiabao's family has assets worth $2.7 bn?

Chinese PM Wen Jiabao's family has assets worth $2.7 bn?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

In a potentially-damaging report ahead of his retirement from politics, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao's family was on Friday accused of amassing assets worth at least $2.7 billion, prompting Beijing to denounce the charge as a "smear campaign."

Armstrong may admit to doping: Report

Armstrong may admit to doping: Report

Rediff.com5 Jan 2013

Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong, who was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles for doping, is weighing whether to admit he used performance-enhancing drugs, The New York Times reported.

Angelina Jolie makes first appearance post mastectomy

Angelina Jolie makes first appearance post mastectomy

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

The actress accompanied Brad Pitt for the premiere of his new film World War Z.

'I remember Irrfan as warm, friendly, thoughtful'

'I remember Irrfan as warm, friendly, thoughtful'

Rediff.com5 May 2020

'Different people resonated with different films of his, but beneath all of that was his unique ability to capture the human spirit in an intimate and honest way.'

Walmart Mexico paid bribes to open stores

Walmart Mexico paid bribes to open stores

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

According to a New York Times investigation, Walmart de Mexico was 'not the reluctant victim of a corrupt culture that insisted on bribes as the cost of doing business.

Facebook investors want CEO Mark Zuckerberg to resign: Report

Facebook investors want CEO Mark Zuckerberg to resign: Report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The New York Times recently published a report revealing that Facebook at times smeared critics as anti-Semitic or tried to link activists to billionaire investor George Soros, and tried to shift public anger away toward rival tech firms.

Millions voted 'illegally' for Hillary, claims Trump

Millions voted 'illegally' for Hillary, claims Trump

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

The Republican billionaire's allegations came as steps are being taken towards recounting of votes in the swing state of Wisconsin, which Trump won.

Chinese army seen initiating cyber attacks against US

Chinese army seen initiating cyber attacks against US

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

On the outskirts of Shanghai, in a run-down neighbourhood, a People's Liberation Army base has been built for China's growing corps of cyber warriors.

Reviewers worldwide give thumbs down to Galaxy S4

Reviewers worldwide give thumbs down to Galaxy S4

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

They feel it's just an updated version of earlier Galaxy S3.

Modi slays it at QUAD with few words

Modi slays it at QUAD with few words

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Interestingly, in his entire remarks, Modi never once mentioned regional security, Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar points out.

Shorts: Babe Ruth's 500th home run bat sells for $1m

Shorts: Babe Ruth's 500th home run bat sells for $1m

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

China slams NYT report on Wen Jiabao

China slams NYT report on Wen Jiabao

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

China on Monday slammed a United States media report alleging that Premier Wen Jiabao's family had amassed over $2.7 billion assets, saying its critics, plotting to create instability in the country, were 'doomed to fail'.

Citi chairman planned Pandit's ouster for months

Citi chairman planned Pandit's ouster for months

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

O'Neill told Pandit in an "abrupt encounter" at the end of the day on October 15 that "the board has lost confidence in you".

Will the election gods smile on Joe Biden?

Will the election gods smile on Joe Biden?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

The 2020 race marks Biden's third attempt at running for US president. He first tried in 1988 but dropped out after allegations of plagiarism. He ended his second attempt in 2008 after garnering less than one per cent in the crucial Iowa caucuses.

'Liar, clown': Trump, Biden trade insults in chaotic presidential debate

'Liar, clown': Trump, Biden trade insults in chaotic presidential debate

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

During the first of the three presidential debates in Cleveland, Ohio, Trump and Biden clashed over each other's personality, past record, family and their visions.

When Harry Met Sally screenwriter Nora Ephron no more

When Harry Met Sally screenwriter Nora Ephron no more

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

Ephron, a prolific journalist, author and screenwriter, died of pneumonia yesterday. She was 71.

Chetan Bhagat: Kai Po Che is better than the book

Chetan Bhagat: Kai Po Che is better than the book

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

Chetan Bhagat talks about this week's release Kai Po Che, that is based on his book, The Three Mistakes of My Life.

China develops lethal new generation ICBMs

China develops lethal new generation ICBMs

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

The new generation Dongfeng-41 is estimated to have a strike distance of 12,000 to 14,000 kilometers and armed with single, 3, 6, or even 10 multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicle (MIRV) warheads.

M J Akbar faces #MeToo heat; Swaraj dodges questions

M J Akbar faces #MeToo heat; Swaraj dodges questions

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

'These are sexual harassment allegations. You are a woman minister in charge. Will there be a probe on the allegations?'

Haqqanis, the 'most ominous threat' to US-Pak ties

Haqqanis, the 'most ominous threat' to US-Pak ties

Rediff.com31 Jul 2012

The dreaded Haqqani network has emerged as the 'most ominous threat' to the already fragile US-Pakistan ties as American officials believe the terror group has an 'ongoing relationship' with the ISI and the two were doing more than just talking, a media report has said.

Al-Qaeda playing deadly role in Syria conflict: NYT

Al-Qaeda playing deadly role in Syria conflict: NYT

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

Amid escalating violence in Syria, there is growing concern that Al Qaeda is trying to change the nature of the conflict against President Bashar Al Assad's regime and is resorting to frequent suicide bombings to "hijack" the revolution, a media report said on Wednesday.

NYT journalist leaves China after visa not renewed

NYT journalist leaves China after visa not renewed

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

A New York Times journalist, who has worked in China over a decade, has been forced to leave the country after his visa was not renewed, in an apparent retaliation for the paper's report that alleged Premier Wen Jiabao's family had amassed USD 2.7 billion in assets.

'US moves new forces to Persian Gulf to ward off Iran'

'US moves new forces to Persian Gulf to ward off Iran'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2012

United States has moved more warships and fighter aircraft to the Persian Gulf to keep the strategic Straits of Hormuz open and strike deep within Iran if the stand-off over its nuclear programme escalates.

Pak military playing double game on Afghanistan: NYT

Pak military playing double game on Afghanistan: NYT

Rediff.com2 Jul 2012

Slamming Pakistan for refusing to cut ties with the Haqqani network of militants, a leading US daily has said the military of the 'crippled and chaotic' state continues to play a "double game" of accepting aid from America while enabling the Afghan Taliban.

JPMorgan's trading loss may touch $9 bn

JPMorgan's trading loss may touch $9 bn

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Trading loss of global financial services firm JPMorgan Chase & Company may touch $9 billion, much higher than previous estimates of $2 billion disclosed last month, according to a media report.