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Obama's INSPIRING message to the class of 2020

Obama's INSPIRING message to the class of 2020

Rediff.com18 May 2020

The former President addressed graduates virtually sharing tips on how they could make the most of their lives and careers amid the pandemic.

Tough run has left Ivanovic fearless of defeat

Tough run has left Ivanovic fearless of defeat

Rediff.com8 May 2010

Two years in the tennis wilderness has not been all bad for Ana Ivanovic, the former world number one says it has helped her get over her fear of failure. The 22-year-old Ivanovic has won just one Tier II tournament since her breakthrough Grand Slam victory at the French Open in 2008, falling to number 58 in the world, but she showed promising signs by reaching the last four at the Italian Open this week.

Coronavirus: Be Prepared for a Changed World

Coronavirus: Be Prepared for a Changed World

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

'A pandemic like this will leave behind a trail of political, economic, social and psychological scars.' Coronavirus is going to impact every being on earth even if they do not contract it.' 'Everyone will pay a price,' cautions Ramesh Menon.

Farewell, Floyd

Farewell, Floyd

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Aseem Chhabra remembers Master Chef Floyd Cardoz who died of coronavirus in New York on Wednesday.

India must enforce social distancing strictly

India must enforce social distancing strictly

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

'India does not have the wherewithal to successfully manage a full blown covid-19 crisis,' warns Vivek Gumaste.

What is PTSD, the mental health problem Lady Gaga is suffering from?

What is PTSD, the mental health problem Lady Gaga is suffering from?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Lady Gaga revealed that she suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

4 tips for buying stocks in a recession

4 tips for buying stocks in a recession

Rediff.com10 Jan 2009

Bear markets can terrify even seasoned investors. Learn how to invest safely.

India's newest GM relieved on attaining the feat

India's newest GM relieved on attaining the feat

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Nihal scored his third and final GM norm at the Abu Dhabi Masters that was held from August 7 to 15. He scored 5.5 points in nine rounds with four wins, three draws, and two losses.

Stop using the Internet for self-diagnosis right now!

Stop using the Internet for self-diagnosis right now!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2017

Here's how self-diagnosis using the Internet is harmful.

Only 14% wi-fi networks secure

Only 14% wi-fi networks secure

Rediff.com22 Apr 2009

According to a survey conducted by the Deloitte and Data Security Council of India, 37 per cent of wireless networks had no encryption at all, followed by 49 per cent using a lower-level protection like Wired Equivalent Privacy encryption and just 14 per cent using security layers like Wi-Fi Protected Areas (WPA and WPA2) to secure their networks.

Recession: Start-up snags and solutions

Recession: Start-up snags and solutions

Rediff.com14 Apr 2009

Lessons from entrepreneurs who have launched businesses in the last 18 months.

Are you ready for a 'Grand' get-together at US Open?

Are you ready for a 'Grand' get-together at US Open?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Serena Williams and friend Caroline Wozniacki arranged a get-together in the US Open women's final, winning their Friday semi-finals in contrasting fashion on a stifling hot, humid day at Flushing Meadows.

Millions of computers hit by digital virus

Millions of computers hit by digital virus

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

More than nine million computers around the world have been infected by a digital virus in what experts believe is a multi-staged attack.

US screening immigrants' social media profiles at entry points

US screening immigrants' social media profiles at entry points

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

The US authorities are checking people's social media accounts for their political views before allowing them into the country after the recent travel ban imposed by President Donald Trump on people from seven predominantly Muslim nations, a media report said.

Benedict Cumberbatch: Sherlock to Shere Khan!

Benedict Cumberbatch: Sherlock to Shere Khan!

Rediff.com30 May 2017

The latest Jungle Book film promises Sherlock fans a surprise.

Serena and friend Wozniacki enter US Open final

Serena and friend Wozniacki enter US Open final

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Top-seeded world number one Williams overpowered Russian left-hander Ekaterina Makarova 6-1 ,6-3, unleashing her daunting firepower against the 17th-seeded Russian. Wozniacki advanced when China's Peng Shuai broke down in scary distress due to heat illness and retired in the second set, while trailing 7-6(1), 4-3.

Will South Asia be witness to Armageddon?

Will South Asia be witness to Armageddon?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2009

Colonel Anil Athale reviews Jihad: from Hindukush to Armageddon by Sunita Joshi-Ford.

Mumbai's firemen face blazing challenges

Mumbai's firemen face blazing challenges

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

"There were some pretty scary moments while we were fighting fires at the Taj Hotel. On Thursday night, while we were in a cage trying to rescue guests trapped in the heritage section of the hotel, we saw one of the terrorists carrying a gun," Chief Fire Officer A V Sawant told PTI.

The Morning After The Deluge

The Morning After The Deluge

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

The worst is over. It is not raining now. The forecast says it will, but the sun is shining outside the office window - that, and the way Mumbaikars opened their homes, offices and hearts is reason to cheer.

Police recovers car involved in road rage with Akram

Police recovers car involved in road rage with Akram

Rediff.com9 Aug 2015

Senior police officials said that they have finally recovered the car that was involved in the road rage incident with Pakistan pace legend Wasim Akram in Karachi's busy Karsaz area on Wednesday.

Spooky 13B  works out in the end

Spooky 13B works out in the end

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

From the sound design to the performances to some of the camerawork, 13B plays like bad late night television or graduate school theatre. Still, the conclusion of the film and the way the premise of the spooky television show is woven into the fabric of the main story makes it all work out.

From hitting big scores to sledging, Smith leads from the front

From hitting big scores to sledging, Smith leads from the front

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

From bashing big scores to firing back a few choice words at sledging opponents, the captaincy is fitting Australia's Steven Smith well, according to opening batsman Chris Rogers.

From the Exorcist to Dasavathaaram

From the Exorcist to Dasavathaaram

Rediff.com10 Jun 2008

In conversation with special effects specialist Brian Jennings, the man entrusted with the task of transforming Kamal Haasan's Tamil film, Dasavathaaram in to an out of this world experience.

'Will Musharraf meet fate of Iran's Shah?'

'Will Musharraf meet fate of Iran's Shah?'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

Will Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf meet the fate of the Shah of Iran, another "unpopular" leader that the United States tried to prop up?

First Look: Rahman auditions young desis

First Look: Rahman auditions young desis

Rediff.com14 Jun 2007

The famed composer seeks out some NRI performers for his concerts.

Bleeding youth warned others of blasts

Bleeding youth warned others of blasts

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

A casual visit to a property exhibition turned out to be a scary experience for two youths, who sustained minor injuries in the series of blasts that rocked the IT capital on Friday.

Natalie Portman in a Bollywood spoof

Natalie Portman in a Bollywood spoof

Rediff.com23 Jul 2008

Devendra Banhart has recruited his girlfriend/actress Natalie Portman to star in the video for his new single, Carmensita.

Suspected suicide bomber kills 10 at Istanbul tourist spot

Suspected suicide bomber kills 10 at Istanbul tourist spot

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Tourists were among the victims of the explosion, reports indicate, while wounded persons were transferred to nearby hospitals, mainly Haseki Training and Research Hospital.

Tips to get out of a debt trap

Tips to get out of a debt trap

Rediff.com3 Nov 2008

When EMIs exceed your salary, it means trouble. Here's some help.

Taking a ride on a 1,000-foot-high glass skyslide

Taking a ride on a 1,000-foot-high glass skyslide

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

The Skyslide, on the 73-floor of the US Bank Tower -- the tallest building on the west coast -- opened to the public on Saturday and allow thrill seekers to slide 45 feet out across the city and down to an outdoor platform on the 69th floor.

NBA Finals: LeBron's 51 points in vain; Warriors outlast Cavaliers

NBA Finals: LeBron's 51 points in vain; Warriors outlast Cavaliers

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The Golden State Warriors overcame a 51-point effort from Cleveland Cavaliers' star forward LeBron James before dominating in overtime to seal a thrilling 124-114 Game One triumph in the NBA Finals on Thursday.

PIX: Shilpa Shetty's LOVELY London holiday

PIX: Shilpa Shetty's LOVELY London holiday

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

It is now time to tour London with Shilpa Shetty

We want cricket, not cellphone commercials

We want cricket, not cellphone commercials

Rediff.com23 Apr 2008

Raja Sen rants against the unending ads that spoil our cricket games.

Ferguson fears idea of retirement

Ferguson fears idea of retirement

Rediff.com7 Mar 2009

Retirement after 22 years as Manchester United manager is a scary prospect, Alex Ferguson said.

Revealed: How India launched its war against COVID-19

Revealed: How India launched its war against COVID-19

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

'The lockdown was for both: To flatten the curve or more correctly, delay the rapid spread of COVID outbreak, and to create healthcare infrastructure.'

Are you looking forward to RGV's Phoonk?

Are you looking forward to RGV's Phoonk?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2008

The director tells us that Phoonk is a very scary film. Are you looking forward to it? Tell us!

When Night got emotional

When Night got emotional

Rediff.com11 Jun 2008

His films are loved and hated in equal measure -- but since he broke out with the 1999 blockbuster The Sixth Sense, Hollywood has been unable to ignore M Night Shyamalan's unique cinematic vision. On the eve of the release -- on a Friday the 13th, naturally enough -- of The Happening, Night speaks about scaring people while finding a voice.

Pay your tribute to Heath Ledger

Pay your tribute to Heath Ledger

Rediff.com23 Jan 2008

The 28-year-old actor was found dead in his Manhattan home.

China diary: A Bangalorean in awe

China diary: A Bangalorean in awe

Rediff.com4 Jun 2008

The Chinese do everything on the grand scale, planning for a hundred years ahead. The new Pudong international airport will be good enough for virtually a century. It is about 40 kilometres from the city and the magnetic levitation train covers the distance in eight minutes. Compare that with Bangalore's agonising access problems over the new airport!

Kargil@21: When the choppers attacked the enemy

Kargil@21: When the choppers attacked the enemy

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

'We decided that we would fire our rockets and dive into the valley and get away, making it difficult for the missiles to be fired.'