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PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

France showcased its cultural diversity, spirit of revolution, impeccable craftsmanship, and architectural heritage in a riveting opening ceremony for the 33rd Olympic Games.

A School For Santa Clauses

A School For Santa Clauses

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

The school founded in 1993, prepares its students with acting skills so that they can perform at malls and private events.

Argentina, Brazil get favourable Copa America draws

Argentina, Brazil get favourable Copa America draws

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

Defending Copa America champions Argentina and South American heavyweights Brazil were drawn in favourable groups for next year's edition on Thursday, while hosts the United States will come up against 15-time winners Uruguay.

'This is the Universe Boss, and I'm back on the pitch!'

'This is the Universe Boss, and I'm back on the pitch!'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Chris Gayle, the dynamic former West Indian batter will captain Telangana Tigers in the first edition of the inaugural edition of the much-anticipated Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL).

PIX: Neymar goes past Pele as Brazil thrash Bolivia

PIX: Neymar goes past Pele as Brazil thrash Bolivia

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Brazil lived up to expectations by smashing Bolivia 5-1 at home in their 2026 World Cup qualifiers opener on Friday.

Ducati's Bagnaia wins Valencia GP to defend MotoGP crown

Ducati's Bagnaia wins Valencia GP to defend MotoGP crown

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Ducati's Francesco Bagnaia won the season-ending Valencia Grand Prix on Sunday to claim a second straight MotoGP World Championship after closest contender Jorge Martin crashed out following a collision with Marc Marquez.

Biggest, Smallest, Highest, Largest...

Biggest, Smallest, Highest, Largest...

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

How much do you know about our country? Take this fun travel quiz.

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Argentina's Di Maria to quit internationals after Copa America

Where Are These Nude Cyclists Headed?

Where Are These Nude Cyclists Headed?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Nude bikers take to the streets in Mexico City; the Pride parade in Istanbul; Ukrainians grads celebrate the last day of school in Derhachi; the Santa Claus school in Rio de Janeiro and yellow ducks float off Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong.

This Is What WAR Looks Like

This Is What WAR Looks Like

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers and tanks on the move in Gaza. Palestinians killed and wounded in Israeli strikes. When will it all end?

Trump spends 20 minutes in jail for election fraud

Trump spends 20 minutes in jail for election fraud

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Trump, on addressing reporters after being arrested and released from jail, said: "I did nothing wrong."

Indian recurve archers fail to secure Olympic quota in Berlin

Indian recurve archers fail to secure Olympic quota in Berlin

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

This is the first Olympic qualifier where the top-three finishers in individual and team categories will get berths at the Paris Games.

PIX: South Korea beat Portugal to squeeze into next round

PIX: South Korea beat Portugal to squeeze into next round

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

South Korea scored an added time goal to beat already-qualified Portugal 2-1 at the World Cup in a comeback win that sent the Asian side into the last 16 ahead of Uruguay on the number of goals scored.

The Soldiers Who Died For Putin

The Soldiers Who Died For Putin

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Ukrainian and Western officials say Russia is withdrawing forces around Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city, suggesting it may redirect troops to Ukraine's southeast.

How Dominik Livakovic Made History

How Dominik Livakovic Made History

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Livakovic became only the third goalkeeper to save three penalties in a shootout at the World Cup after compatriot Danijel Subasic (versus Denmark 2018) and Portugal's Ricardo (versus England 2006).

Buildings, Homes, Communities Destroyed

Buildings, Homes, Communities Destroyed

Rediff.com13 May 2022

As Russia's war to control eastern Ukraine intensifies, Ukrainians discover the devastation Vladimir Putin's soldiers have left behind in other parts of the country.

What War Leaves Behind

What War Leaves Behind

Rediff.com12 May 2022

As Russia concentrates its attack on the east and south of the country, residents of the Kyiv region are returning to assess the war's toll on their communities.

Who Will Win Oscars? Our PREDICTIONS!

Who Will Win Oscars? Our PREDICTIONS!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Aseem Chhabra and Sukanya Verma -post their predictions for the major categories.

UK Police face hearing over handling of Black Athletes

UK Police face hearing over handling of Black Athletes

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Five British police officers will face a gross misconduct hearing after they stopped, searched and handcuffed two black athletes, in a 2020 incident that raised questions over the use of force and racial profiling.

Hamilton back on pole for first time since 2021

Hamilton back on pole for first time since 2021

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

It was Hamilton's first pole position since Saudi Arabia in December 2021.

Riot breaks out at Maradona's funeral

Riot breaks out at Maradona's funeral

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

According to reports, there were instances of several robberies as people were robbed off their mobile phones in the melee outside the presidential palace.

Donald Trump indicted for 4th time in election fraud case

Donald Trump indicted for 4th time in election fraud case

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

The indictment says the alleged co-conspirators "knowingly and willfully joined a conspiracy to unlawfully change the outcome of the election in favour of Trump".

FIFA World Cup: Firmino left out of Brazil squad, Alves in

FIFA World Cup: Firmino left out of Brazil squad, Alves in

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The squad and Tite will gather on Nov. 14 at Juventus' training facilities in Turin, where Brazil will hold a five-day training camp before flying to Doha on Nov. 19.

FIFA WC: Portugal's Ronaldo benched for last-16 tie vs Switzerland

FIFA WC: Portugal's Ronaldo benched for last-16 tie vs Switzerland

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Ronaldo, the first player to score in five World Cups, has only one goal in Qatar which came in Portugal's group opener against Ghana.

Man United's Champions League last 16 hopes in danger

Man United's Champions League last 16 hopes in danger

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Images from UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

Here's What Urmila Does In Goa!

Here's What Urmila Does In Goa!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Bollywood is making beautiful pictures in different parts of the world and we bring them to you.

Real Madrid sign 16-year-old Brazilian prodigy for $74 million

Real Madrid sign 16-year-old Brazilian prodigy for $74 million

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

A stand-out talent from a young age, Endrick scored 170 goals in 176 matches for Palmeiras' academy.

PIX: F1 swerves Hamilton ban on piercings and jewellery

PIX: F1 swerves Hamilton ban on piercings and jewellery

Rediff.com7 May 2022

Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton will race in Sunday's inaugural Miami Grand Prix after Formula One swerved a showdown with the Mercedes driver over their ban on piercings and jewellery.

Nothing will stop me speaking my mind in F1: Hamilton

Nothing will stop me speaking my mind in F1: Hamilton

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Lewis Hamilton vowed to continue speaking out despite Formula One's governing body clamping down on drivers

Ukraine: The Architecture Of War

Ukraine: The Architecture Of War

Rediff.com17 May 2022

As Russia's war to control eastern Ukraine intensifies, Ukrainians discover the devastation Vladimir Putin's soldiers have left behind.

TT World C'ships: India men stun World No 2 Germany

TT World C'ships: India men stun World No 2 Germany

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

In both the matches, Sathiyan staged a strong fightback after losing the first two games.

Satish Kumar sails into Olympics boxing quarter-finals

Satish Kumar sails into Olympics boxing quarter-finals

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The 32-year-old Indian eased into the quarter-finals of the Olympics men's +91kg boxing in his debut Olympic Games, defeating Jamaica's Ricardo Brown in his opening bout, in Tokyo, on Thursday.

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Rediff.com4 May 2022

The communities north of Kyiv were square in the path of Russia's devastating but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to seize the Ukrainian capital.

Golden Globes 2022: West Side Story wins

Golden Globes 2022: West Side Story wins

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

The 79th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. A quick look at the winners.

Switzerland move on to last 16 at Serbia's expense

Switzerland move on to last 16 at Serbia's expense

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Switzerland finished with six points, level with Group G winners Brazil but behind on goal difference. Serbia, who needed a win to give themselves a fighting chance of advancing, finished bottom of the group with only one point.

Farewell Tito's! The End of an Era

Farewell Tito's! The End of an Era

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Vikram Achanta on the passing of Goa's iconic lanadmark, a 'mecca of entertainment, not just in Goa, but in India, and one of the coolest destinations for locals and tourists alike'.

Bolsonaro supporters storm key govt buildings in Brazil

Bolsonaro supporters storm key govt buildings in Brazil

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

At least 170 people were arrested after supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro stormed government offices.

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Son Heung-min's touch of class for the winner once again showed why he has been Asian Footballer of the Year seven times and why, with him in their ranks, South Korea will never admit defeat.

Power Of The Dog, Dune Lead Oscar Noms

Power Of The Dog, Dune Lead Oscar Noms

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The Power Of The Dog and Dune lead the pack while films like King Richard, Belfast and West Side Story grab quite a few noms.

The Brutal Battle for Mariupol

The Brutal Battle for Mariupol

Rediff.com7 May 2022

Scenes from the fighting near the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol.