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FIFA World Cup 2026: Red card rage costs Paraguayan commentator his World Cup pass

FIFA World Cup 2026: Red card rage costs Paraguayan commentator his World Cup pass

Rediff.com3 days ago

A football commentator has been stripped of his World Cup credentials by FIFA after an expletive-laden tirade against the organisation and match officials during Paraguay's 1-0 victory over Turkey when Miguel Almiron was sent off.

Never been to Lord's, but SCG was electric: Jim Courier

Never been to Lord's, but SCG was electric: Jim Courier

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Watching India and Australia compete in the series-deciding fifth Test was some experience for the 54-year-old American tennis legend.

Priyanka Chopra signs deal with US television network ABC

Priyanka Chopra signs deal with US television network ABC

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

Priyanka Chopra, the next big thing on US TV?

Indian journalist attacked in Australia

Indian journalist attacked in Australia

Rediff.com27 Jul 2009

A young Indian journalist was threatened and attacked after she went underground to reveal migration and education scams in Australia that try to defraud international students, including those from India.

Aus college dupe Indian students pursuing aviation

Aus college dupe Indian students pursuing aviation

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Fate of several Indian students enrolled in a Sydney-based aviation college have been left in limbo after their dreams of acquiring commercial pilot license remained unfulfilled even after paying thousands of dollars.

Thorpe talks sexuality, beating depression in new book

Thorpe talks sexuality, beating depression in new book

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Australian swimming great Ian Thorpe has hit out at the innuendo surrounding his sexuality that has followed him for much of his career, and said the most frustrating thing was the implication that he would lie about it.

Why Osama was hiding in a non-tribal area

Why Osama was hiding in a non-tribal area

Rediff.com2 May 2011

After bin Laden's reported death near Islamabad, rediff.com revisits B Raman's June 2010 analysis

'You aren't fighting Biden': Harris keeps Trump off-balance during first debate

'You aren't fighting Biden': Harris keeps Trump off-balance during first debate

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

"You're not running against Joe Biden. You're running against me," Vice President Harris, who is the Democratic candidate, told the former President, when he criticised the current administration. The matchup on TV Tuesday night began with a handshake -- Harris took the initiative walking up to Trump's lectern -- but later descended into acrimony.

Gore denies being a carbon billionaire

Gore denies being a carbon billionaire

Rediff.com4 Nov 2009

Former US Vice President Al Gore has hit back at his critics who have described him as the world's first carbon billionaire following his investments in green energy companies, and dismissed them as global-warming deniers.

No damage to Iran's nuclear sites amid Israel attack: IAEA

No damage to Iran's nuclear sites amid Israel attack: IAEA

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

In a statement released on Friday, the United Nations Atomic Watchdog said it is monitoring the situation very closely.

Support for Iraq war eroding: Reports

Support for Iraq war eroding: Reports

Rediff.com26 Oct 2005

Support for Iraq war eroding as body count passes 2,000

More 'tragic' days ahead in Iraq, warns Rumsfeld

More 'tragic' days ahead in Iraq, warns Rumsfeld

Rediff.com3 Nov 2003

The US defence secretary was reacting to the death of 15 soldiers when the helicopter they were travelling in was brought down by a surface to air missile.

How To Train Spelling Bee Dragons

How To Train Spelling Bee Dragons

Rediff.com31 May 2024

"You can memorize 1000s of words, but what do you do if you get a word that you don't know?"

If Australia win World Cup, this is how PM Albanese wants to celebrate!

If Australia win World Cup, this is how PM Albanese wants to celebrate!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday backed calls for a public holiday if its team win the Women's World Cup.

No passion for Christ on TV

No passion for Christ on TV

Rediff.com22 Apr 2004

Djokovic in limbo as lawyers battle over Australia entry ban

Djokovic in limbo as lawyers battle over Australia entry ban

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

World number one tennis player Novak Djokovic was denied entry into Australia on Thursday amid a storm of protest about a decision to grant him a medical exemption from COVID-19 vaccination requirements to play in the Australian Open.

Sofia Vergara, Kardashians are Forbes' HIGHEST PAID TV actresses

Sofia Vergara, Kardashians are Forbes' HIGHEST PAID TV actresses

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Many more A-list stars feature on the list. Take a look.

Oscar host Seth MacFarlane boosts TV ratings

Oscar host Seth MacFarlane boosts TV ratings

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Record crowds as Women's World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

Record crowds as Women's World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

New Zealand opened the ninth Women's World Cup with a shock win against former champions Norway on Thursday

Soccer Extras: Spanish state TV shuns Super Cup in Saudi

Soccer Extras: Spanish state TV shuns Super Cup in Saudi

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Spain's soccer federation (RFEF) announced a three-year deal to play the revamped tournament in Saudi Arabia

US television show axed after star's racist tweet

US television show axed after star's racist tweet

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Roseanne Barr in the tweet about former US President Barack Obama's senior adviser Valerie Jarrett said: "Muslim Brotherhood & planet of the apes had a baby."

Heart-broken, traumatised by attack on husband: Nancy Pelosi

Heart-broken, traumatised by attack on husband: Nancy Pelosi

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

The attacker was a male assailant who also tried to tie up Pelosi's husband as he was waiting for Nancy to arrive home.

Quantico producers apologise for 'Indian nationalists' terror plot

Quantico producers apologise for 'Indian nationalists' terror plot

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

The episode, titled The Blood of Romeo, received a lot of backlash from Indian fans of the show, who criticised Chopra of being a part of the storyline that put India in the negative light.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

New season of Quantico to start in March

New season of Quantico to start in March

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Priyanka Chopra announced this news of Twitter.

US Sikh student ejected from soccer game for wearing turban

US Sikh student ejected from soccer game for wearing turban

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Officials from the Marple-NewtownSchool District said the incident occurred on Tuesday when the high school student was playing against the Conestoga High team.

Priyanka apologises for 'Indian nationalists' terror plot in Quantico

Priyanka apologises for 'Indian nationalists' terror plot in Quantico

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

Calling herself a 'proud Indian', Chopra said she is 'extremely saddened' and that hurting sentiments of people was never her intention.

Now, 'vampire sex' to boost your love life!

Now, 'vampire sex' to boost your love life!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

Wondering what new things you can try between the sheets? Well, the answer could be intense, wild, and dramatic vampire sex.

Shark Tank India: Rs 416 Mn For Start-Ups

Shark Tank India: Rs 416 Mn For Start-Ups

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

'It doesn't matter where you come from. If you strongly believe in your idea and we see potential in scaling it up, there are people to back it up.'

Aus to tighten screws on migration scamsters

Aus to tighten screws on migration scamsters

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

The Four Corners programme of ABC News reported on Monday night that hundreds of private colleges in Australia were offering courses such as hairdressing and cooking, luring Indian students with false promises of permanent residency.

Trump meets with top journos; calls them 'deceitful liars'

Trump meets with top journos; calls them 'deceitful liars'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

'It was like a f---ing firing squad,' The New York Post reported.

Another biz channel! UTVi to go live soon

Another biz channel! UTVi to go live soon

Rediff.com3 Apr 2008

UTV Software Communications has launched an English business news channel, UTVi. The channel will go on the air by April-end. The company has entered into a content tie-up with Disney-ABC International Television (Asia-Pacific), the international TV distribution arm of The Walt Disney Company, for news programming & services. The channel is positioned to cater to the growing business aspirations of young Indians. The channel will attempt to de-jargonise the financial markets.

3 Indian Americans on Forbes list of richest women

3 Indian Americans on Forbes list of richest women

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

President and CEO of computer networking firm Arista Networks Jayshree Ullal, cofounder of IT consulting and outsourcing firm Syntel Neerja Sethi, and CTO and cofounder of streaming data technology company Confluent Neha Narkhede are in the Forbes list of 'America's Richest Self-Made Women 2019'.

Priyanka Chopra's Quantico gets renewed for season 3

Priyanka Chopra's Quantico gets renewed for season 3

Rediff.com16 May 2017

Priyanka, who plays Alex Parrish on the show, also took to Twitter to share the news with fans. "So excited about the season 3 pick up for #Quantico congrats to everyone who made it happen! #AlexParrish will be back soon..."

Disgraced Olympic swimmer Lochte to dance with stars

Disgraced Olympic swimmer Lochte to dance with stars

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Disgraced Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte is joining the 'Dancing With the Stars' cast, ABC television announced on Tuesday, as the gold medalist said he thought reaction to his tale about being held up at a Rio de Janeiro gas station had been blown out of proportion.

Comedian Jack Carter dies at 93

Comedian Jack Carter dies at 93

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

The Shameless star passed away on June 28 at his home in Beverly Hills.

Comedian Joan Rivers passes away at 81

Comedian Joan Rivers passes away at 81

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

The funeral will be held at temple Emanu-El in New York City, it has been revealed.

Hijab-clad US girl misnamed 'Isis' in high school yearbook

Hijab-clad US girl misnamed 'Isis' in high school yearbook

Rediff.com8 May 2016

A Muslim student in the United States is upset after her hijab-clad photo in her high school yearbook was erroneously labelled "Isis Phillips".

7 killed, 20 injured in Kansas shooting spree

7 killed, 20 injured in Kansas shooting spree

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

The gunman appears to have driven around in a car, opening fire at three locations before entering the building of a lawnmower manufacturer in the town of Hesston, Harvey County Sheriff T Walton said.

The night television news died

The night television news died

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Television channels were ready to plumb below rock bottom in their frenzied prospecting for TRP gold, says Shuma Raha.