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One armed former Paraguay striker back in action

One armed former Paraguay striker back in action

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

Former Paraguay striker Julio Gonzalez Ferreira, who had his arm amputated after a car accident almost two years ago, made his comeback for first division Tacuary on Friday. Gonzalez was playing for Italy's Vicenza when he was involved in the accident on the way to Venice airport in December 2005.

Chappell alleges racial abuse in India

Chappell alleges racial abuse in India

Rediff.com14 Nov 2007

The former India coach has alleged an attempted cover-up by the BCCI after he was 'racially abused' at an airport in Orissa.

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.

Haneef's laywer astounded by Aus cop's remarks

Haneef's laywer astounded by Aus cop's remarks

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

"I'm surprised because that is totally contrary to everything he has said up to date," Haneef's lawyer Peter Russo told ABC Radio.

'Terrorists planning attacks against Americans'

'Terrorists planning attacks against Americans'

Rediff.com12 May 2007

Quoting law enforcement officials, ABC news said US air marshals have been diverted to provide expanded protection of flights between Germany and the US.

Low-intensity bomb goes off at Times Square

Low-intensity bomb goes off at Times Square

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

A low-intensity bomb went off in Times Square in New Delhi on Thursday morning, shattering a glass entryway and disrupting traffic as the police cordoned off the area for over two hours. No casualties were reported in the explosion which occurred when a single, small improvised device was tossed, apparently by a man on a bike, at an armed forces booth in Times Square, ABC News quoted law-enforcement officials as saying.

Americans split over Obama and McCain's Iraq stand

Americans split over Obama and McCain's Iraq stand

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

The survey has shown that 47 per cent said they trust McCain more in handling the war while 45 per cent have more faith in Obama.

China executes banker for taking bribes

China executes banker for taking bribes

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

A former official of the state-run Agricultural Bank of China has been executed for taking bribes and embezzling US$ 1.97 million.

US backing anti-Iran Pak militant group

US backing anti-Iran Pak militant group

Rediff.com5 Apr 2007

The group has taken responsibility for the deaths and kidnappings of more than a dozen Iranian soldiers and officials.

The Pak militant group US uses in Iran

The Pak militant group US uses in Iran

Rediff.com4 Apr 2007

The group, called Jundullah, is made up of members of the Baluchi tribe and operates out of the Balochistan province in Pakistan, just across the border from Iran.

People may endorese whoever they wish: Clinton

People may endorese whoever they wish: Clinton

Rediff.com31 Jan 2008

The report added that some have called the win in Florida a political stunt.

Bobby Jindal may skip Republican national debate

Bobby Jindal may skip Republican national debate

Rediff.com24 Oct 2015

Indian-origin US presidential aspirant Bobby Jindal is considering skipping the next Republican national debate after he failed to garner a minimum 2.5 per cent support in a recent poll, according to a report.

I was targeted because of my race, religion:Haneef

I was targeted because of my race, religion:Haneef

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Indian doctor Mohamed Haneef, who was wrongly accused of having links with the failed United Kingdom terror plot, on Monday said that the Australian authorities might have targeted him because of his race and religion. "It might be just because I am an Asian Muslim," the 27-year-old Bangalore medico was quoted as saying on ABC radio.

Trump is CEO of the country, can fire anyone: Haley

Trump is CEO of the country, can fire anyone: Haley

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Asked whether the president sought a pledge of loyalty from her, Haley replied, 'No'.

Uranium deal will bind India to NPT-like terms

Uranium deal will bind India to NPT-like terms

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

Australian Prime Minister John Howard on Friday said the "strict safeguards" India has to follow to obtain uranium supplies from Sydney will have the same effect of that country signing the nuclear non-proliferation treaty.

Finally, an end to Lost

Finally, an end to Lost

Rediff.com26 May 2008

After holding us captive with it's never-ending flashback and umpteenth characters, ABC's island saga will finally wrap up in a two-hour season finale on May 29.

Haneef jailed on a whim: Australian senator

Haneef jailed on a whim: Australian senator

Rediff.com27 Jul 2007

Andrews had cancelled Haneef's visa 11 days ago, on the day an Australian court granted him bail.

Malaysia Airlines' woes continue: MH148 makes emergency landing in Melbourne

Malaysia Airlines' woes continue: MH148 makes emergency landing in Melbourne

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

A Malaysia Airlines aircraft carrying more than 300 passengers made an emergency landing at Melbourne airport on Friday after a reported engine fire.

Australia sends senior police official to India

Australia sends senior police official to India

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

"An Australian Federal Police officer has been sent to the home country of Gold Coast-based Dr Haneef," Federal Attorney-General Philip Ruddock said.

Why the London terror plot failed

Why the London terror plot failed

Rediff.com5 Jul 2007

ABC News reported that both cell phone-initiated firing mechanisms rigged inside a Mercedes E 300 parked several yards from the front door of Tiger Tiger nightclub had failed.

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.

Suicide bombers sent to US, Europe: Report

Suicide bombers sent to US, Europe: Report

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

The Taliban has reportedly sent out large teams of trained suicide bombers into the United States and Europe, to wreck mayhem.

'The anticipation is that there will be at least one day-night Ashes Test'

'The anticipation is that there will be at least one day-night Ashes Test'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

England's next Ashes series in Australia may have a day-night Test match, Cricket Australia chief James Sutherland said on Monday.

Farewell, Floyd

Farewell, Floyd

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

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

Balu wins battle of Cedias

Balu wins battle of Cedias

Rediff.com4 May 2007

Team MRF's Arjun Balu beat teammate Gaurav Gill by a mere six seconds in the 3km super special stage on the opening day of the Coffee Day Championship Rally.

Ohio University attacker lived in Pak for seven years

Ohio University attacker lived in Pak for seven years

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

The 18-year-old attacker, identified as Abdul Razak Ali Artan injured 11 people before police fatally shot him.

Buzz: Cricket Australia has special requests for BCCI

Buzz: Cricket Australia has special requests for BCCI

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Maxwell closer to return, trains with Victoria

Spotted: Lucky Ali in Pune

Spotted: Lucky Ali in Pune

Rediff.com23 Jan 2008

Reader Shanti Palepu sends us a photograph.

Skin colour decides how hospitals treat you: study

Skin colour decides how hospitals treat you: study

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

Real people were not used in the study; the doctors saw computer-generated images on a monitor.

New Harry Potter book leaked on the Internet

New Harry Potter book leaked on the Internet

Rediff.com21 Jul 2007

This, despite a 10-million-pound security operation featuring an army of guards, satellite tracking systems and legal contracts.

Indian students drown in Australia

Indian students drown in Australia

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

Paramedics were unable to revive the man and police located the body of the woman an hour-and-a-half later. Sergeant Bill Matthews said the two were only in knee-deep water when they were swept away.

Al Qaeda team may be in place in US: Report

Al Qaeda team may be in place in US: Report

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

The White House has convened a top-priority meeting on Thursday to deal with new intelligence that suggests a group of Al Qaeda operatives is en route to the United States, or likely already in place.

More day-night Tests on the agenda: CA CEO

More day-night Tests on the agenda: CA CEO

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland believes there will be more day-night Tests in the future

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

In a video, announcing her candidacy for the office, Harris said, "Justice. Decency. Equality. Freedom. Democracy. These aren't just words. They're the values we as Americans cherish. And they're all on the line now. The future of our country depends on you and millions of others lifting our voices to fight for our American values. That's why I'm running for president of the United States."

Chappell knew India would flop at World Cup

Chappell knew India would flop at World Cup

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

Former coach Greg Chappell said in ABC Television's documentary Guru Greg he knew India's World Cup campaign would end in disaster.

NBA player Bryce Dejean-Jones killed in Dallas shooting

NBA player Bryce Dejean-Jones killed in Dallas shooting

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Rookie New Orleans Pelicans basketball player Bryce Dejean-Jones died after being shot early on Saturday when he broke into a Dallas apartment, authorities said.

N Korea may be preparing for another N-test: US

N Korea may be preparing for another N-test: US

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

"We think they've put everything in place to conduct a test without any notice or warning."

Sourav may sit in judgement too

Sourav may sit in judgement too

Rediff.com10 May 2004

Sourav Ganguly is likely to sit on the special committee to determine category-placements of the 20 players to be awarded contracts by the BCCI.

Rather neutered than dead

Rather neutered than dead

Rediff.com21 Sep 2007

ABC News, Fox News and other outlets report that as part of a plea bargain, James chose 25 years in prison followed by ten years of probation, plus castration, in preference to a life sentence.

Game of Thrones leads Emmy 2015 nominations

Game of Thrones leads Emmy 2015 nominations

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

The show has been nominated in a massive 24 categories.