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Norway Chess: Birthday boy Gukesh outsmarts Nakamura

Norway Chess: Birthday boy Gukesh outsmarts Nakamura

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Arjun Erigaisi loses

In Which City Is the Most English Spoken? Or French?

In Which City Is the Most English Spoken? Or French?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Obviously the most amount of English is spoken in London or New York. And Paris has the largest number of French speakers, and Madrid or Barcelona, Spanish speakers. How wrong you are...!

Ex-Spain football chief Rubiales says Hermoso consented to kiss

Ex-Spain football chief Rubiales says Hermoso consented to kiss

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Luis Rubiales told a court on Tuesday that player Jenni Hermoso had given her consent for him kiss her in the aftermath of the Spain women's World Cup victory in 2023.

Why Sitaare Zameen Par Was 'Indianised'

Why Sitaare Zameen Par Was 'Indianised'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'What is fascinating about Aamir sir is that the audience in him is still alive and throbbing.' 'He still cries. He still laughs.'

El Clasico confirmed: Torres fires Barca past Atletico

El Clasico confirmed: Torres fires Barca past Atletico

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Barcelona beat Atletico to set up cup final against Real Madrid

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Gukesh suffers crushing loss against Nakamura, Erigaisi wins in Norway Chess

Real Madrid great Marcelo hangs up his boots

Real Madrid great Marcelo hangs up his boots

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Marcelo, 36, played for Real Madrid from 2007-2022 and left the Spanish club with 25 trophies in 546 games, including six LaLiga titles.

Real Madrid players face UEFA inquiry

Real Madrid players face UEFA inquiry

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Video footage showed several Real players dancing and making gestures towards the Atletico supporters, who responded by throwing objects from the stands.

Super Cup: FC Goa rout Gokulam Kerala; enter quarters

Super Cup: FC Goa rout Gokulam Kerala; enter quarters

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Spanish forward Iker Guarrotxena struck a brilliant hat-trick to single-handedly guide FC Goa to a commanding 3-0 win over Gokulam Kerala FC.

Spain seek retrial in World Cup kiss case

Spain seek retrial in World Cup kiss case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Prosecutor Marta Durantez requested the trial be repeated, arguing that evidence and many of her questions were not admitted.

'Merci Rafa': Roland Garros pays tribute to Nadal

'Merci Rafa': Roland Garros pays tribute to Nadal

Rediff.com26 May 2025

On the anniversary of the day he first walked on to the Roland Garros court 20 years ago, Rafael Nadal returned as a hero to be celebrated by a crowd that has always embraced him as one of their own.

Dutch revolution: Arne Slot makes history at Liverpool

Dutch revolution: Arne Slot makes history at Liverpool

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Arne Slot is the first to win the top flight in England where many of his compatriots have suffered dents to their reputations over the years.

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic, meets Alcaraz in French Open final

PIX: Sinner whips Djokovic, meets Alcaraz in French Open final

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

World number one Jannik Sinner defeated record-chasing Novak Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 7-6(3) in a clash of generations on Friday to set up a blockbuster French Open final showdown with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

Where Stars Are Holidaying This Summer

Where Stars Are Holidaying This Summer

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Celebrities are already cooling off in style.

Paolini first Italian in 11 years to reach Rome final

Paolini first Italian in 11 years to reach Rome final

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Sinner thrashes Ruud

LaLiga PIX: Barca trump Real, extend lead at top

LaLiga PIX: Barca trump Real, extend lead at top

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona overcame a two-goal deficit to secure a crucial 4-3 home victory against rivals Real Madrid in a pulsating Clasico on Sunday, edging them closer to the LaLiga title.

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

At the end of the day, for many worldwide, the ongoing mutual attacks between Israel and Iran would seem a contest devoid of any moral high ground and only a bout between two ordinary adversaries, one that nevertheless risks spinning out of control into a larger conflagration, notes Shyam G Menon.

PIX: Inter sink Barca in extra-time to make Champions League final

PIX: Inter sink Barca in extra-time to make Champions League final

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Images from the the Champions League semi-final second leg between Inter Milan and Barcelona at San Siro, Milan, Italy, on Tuesday.

Robert Prevost becomes first American Pope, takes name Leo XIV

Robert Prevost becomes first American Pope, takes name Leo XIV

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The voice of the six bells of St Peter's Basilca announced that the Church has its new Pope.

PIX: Real set up a Clasico final!

PIX: Real set up a Clasico final!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Real outclass Majorca, to meet Barca in Super Cup final

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Deadly brides, daredevil officers, bloodthirsty royals, killer toys, celebrity chefs, comic book heroes, angry goddesses, senior citizen dreams, poisonous snowfall, the OTT offerings this week will make you wish for days twice the size of its menu.

PIX: Alcaraz, Musetti to clash in Monte Carlo final

PIX: Alcaraz, Musetti to clash in Monte Carlo final

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Carlos Alcaraz stormed into his first Masters final in 13 months when he beat Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 7-6(2), 6-4 on Saturday.

FIH Pro League: Dominant India beat Spain

FIH Pro League: Dominant India beat Spain

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Trailing by two goals, Spain pressed on the accelerator, earning a couple of penalty corners in the final quarter but the Indian defence stood tall in the absence of skipper Harmanpreet Singh, who was rested for the game.

Australian Open: Bopanna-Barrientos crash out in 1st round

Australian Open: Bopanna-Barrientos crash out in 1st round

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Rohan Bopanna and Nicolas Barrientos bowed out of the Australian Open men's doubles with an opening-round loss to the Spanish team of Pedro Martinez and Jaume Munar.

'That tainted one of the happiest days of my life'

'That tainted one of the happiest days of my life'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Rubiales has said it was consensual and scoffed at critics in the aftermath, but Hermoso said she felt a victim of aggression and had pressure put on her to sign a statement exonerating him, which she said she refused to do.

Can China Successfully Challenge The US?

Can China Successfully Challenge The US?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

If Beijing succeeds in this multipronged effort to challenge the current dominant power, it will have not just economic but political and security consequences. There is no let-up in the South China Sea nor any de-escalation moves on the India-China border. This portends to ominous signalling from Beijing, observes China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

French Open PIX: Alcaraz advances; Osaka knocked out

French Open PIX: Alcaraz advances; Osaka knocked out

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Defending champions Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz powered into the second round of the French Open on Monday.

Ancelotti makes history as Real Madrid's most successful Manager

Ancelotti makes history as Real Madrid's most successful Manager

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Real Madrid's Intercontinental Cup triumph marked a remarkable milestone for Carlo Ancelotti on Wednesday as the Italian became the manager with the most titles in the club's history with a total of 15 trophies.

PIX: Alcaraz survives Marozsan scare; Swiatek downs Raducanu

PIX: Alcaraz survives Marozsan scare; Swiatek downs Raducanu

Rediff.com29 May 2025

IMAGES from the French Open matches played at Roland Garros on Wednesday.

FIH Pro League: Spain beat India, avenge Olympic loss

FIH Pro League: Spain beat India, avenge Olympic loss

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Spain took sweet revenge for their defeat against India in the bronze-medal match at the Paris Olympics, overcoming Harmanpreet Singh's side 3-1 in a FIH men's Pro League game.

No Mbappe, no problem! PSG seal Ligue 1 title

No Mbappe, no problem! PSG seal Ligue 1 title

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

The title is PSG's 13th in history - a record in France - while it was their 11th since the 2012-13 season.

Aamir To Remake Spanish Film

Aamir To Remake Spanish Film

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Subhash K Jha gives you the lowdown on what's going on in showbiz.

Majority of iPhones sold in US will be made in India: Tim Cook

Majority of iPhones sold in US will be made in India: Tim Cook

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Apple will source the majority of the iPhone sold in the US from India in the June quarter while China will produce the vast majority of the devices for other markets amid uncertainty over tax tariffs, a top official said on Friday.

Barca thrash Real to win record 15th Super Cup

Barca thrash Real to win record 15th Super Cup

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Barcelona came from an early goal down to beat Real Madrid 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday

LaLiga PIX: Barcelona go three points clear

LaLiga PIX: Barcelona go three points clear

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Undefeated since late December, Barca are the only team in Europe's top-five league who have yet to lose in 2025.

'ODI World Cup is Olympics of cricket'

'ODI World Cup is Olympics of cricket'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

ODIs will remain relevant because World Cup is Olympics of cricket: Steve Waugh

How many games could Mbappe miss after seeing red?

How many games could Mbappe miss after seeing red?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Real were left with 10 men before halftime when Mbappe saw a straight red after taking down Alaves midfielder Antonio Blanco as the referee overturned his initial decision of booking him with a yellow after consulting with VAR.

Duplantis, Biles win top honours at Laureus Awards

Duplantis, Biles win top honours at Laureus Awards

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Mondo Duplantis was named the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year, while American gymnast Simone Biles bagged the top women's honour at the Laureus World Sports Awards.

Why A Minecraft Movie Is SO Popular

Why A Minecraft Movie Is SO Popular

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Even if you don't play the game, you'll understand everything and have a good time, promises 9-year-old Minecraft gamer Avan Verma.

I-League: Rajasthan FC thrash Dempo at home

I-League: Rajasthan FC thrash Dempo at home

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Rajasthan FC continued their impressive form in the I-League, securing a dominant 4-0 victory over Dempo Sports Club.