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Urine thrown at Cavendish on Tour de France road: Team

Urine thrown at Cavendish on Tour de France road: Team

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

"He was booed on the course and a spectator threw urine at him. I didn't see it but you could smell it on his jersey. You could think Mark was angry, but he was actually disappointed," team manager Patrick Lefevere said.

'Get your knee off our necks!': Americans remember Floyd

'Get your knee off our necks!': Americans remember Floyd

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Floyd's death has triggered nationwide violent protests with a section of the protesters resorting to looting and rioting across the country, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

The case for and against Jinnah

The case for and against Jinnah

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

What several eminent intellectuals said at the launch of Jaswant controversial book, Jinnah India, Partition, Independence.

Violence mars Eid in Kashmir; Farooq Abdullah heckled

Violence mars Eid in Kashmir; Farooq Abdullah heckled

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

The National Conference leader remained unfazed and continued with his prayers, saying the jeering and booing were by his 'own people' who were misguided.

BJP MP caught on camera 'kicking' elderly man

BJP MP caught on camera 'kicking' elderly man

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

A video purportedly showing BJP MP from Porbandar Vitthal Radadiya kicking an elderly man at a religious function has gone viral on social media.

Rooney says sorry for rant on camera

Rooney says sorry for rant on camera

Rediff.com20 Jun 2010

England's short-tempered striker Wayne Rooney apologised on Saturday for his outburst at fans who booed the team's abject 0-0 draw with Algeria.

Lopetegui sacked as Real Madrid coach

Lopetegui sacked as Real Madrid coach

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Former player and reserve team boss Santiago Solari has been put in caretaker charge after negotiations between the club and former Chelsea, Italy and Juventus boss Antonio Conte broke down on Monday, the club added.

Heat and red-hot James scorch Knicks by 22 points

Heat and red-hot James scorch Knicks by 22 points

Rediff.com18 Dec 2010

The sizzling hot Miami Heat and their Big Three of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh scorched the New York Knicks 113-91 for their 11th win in a row on Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York.

Buzz: Bangladesh expect India players in BPL

Buzz: Bangladesh expect India players in BPL

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

Match-fixing scandals and payment delay of some foreign players have shattered the image of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) which was launched in 2011, forcing the country's cricket board to take control of the event and rename it the 'Bangabandhu BPL'.

Will history EVER appreciate Hamilton?

Will history EVER appreciate Hamilton?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton polarises opinion and may not get the recognition he deserves but history will appreciate his greatness, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff said on Friday.

Tour de France: Sagan wins third stage, Thomas retains overall lead

Tour de France: Sagan wins third stage, Thomas retains overall lead

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

The overall standings remained unchanged at the top with Thomas leading defending champion Froome by one minute 39 seconds and Dutchman Tom Dumoulin by 1:50.

Copa America PIX: Brazil have three goals disallowed, held

Copa America PIX: Brazil have three goals disallowed, held

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

Roberto Firmino had a goal chalked off late in the first half after the referee awarded a foul against the hosts, before substitute Gabriel Jesus found the net on the hour mark only for a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review to deem Firmino offside in the build-up. Brazil meet Peru in their final group game on Saturday with both sides needing only a draw to seal their place in the quarter-finals

Liverpool lack depth without Gerrard, Torres

Liverpool lack depth without Gerrard, Torres

Rediff.com21 Oct 2009

It takes a lot to make Liverpool fans boo their own manager but when Rafa Benitez replaced Yossi Benayoun with Andriy Voronin in Tuesday's Champions League defeat by Olympique Lyon the jeers told their own story.

Man City draw at Villa to climb to fourth

Man City draw at Villa to climb to fourth

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

Big-spending Manchester City fought back to draw 1-1 at Aston Villa on Monday and move ahead of Arsenal and Liverpool into fourth place in the Premier League table.

Crash: No effect on Kingfisher's Airbus order

Crash: No effect on Kingfisher's Airbus order

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

Kingfisher has five A330-200s currently operating in its fleet, which ply between India and the United Kingdom. Deliveries are pending for another 15. Contacted by Business Standard, a company spokesperson said the airline did not ". . .envisage making any changes to the order book at this time".

Some whistled, but it's normal: Ibrahimovic

Some whistled, but it's normal: Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

Zlatan Ibrahimovic ignored the predictable boos on his first return to Inter Milan on Wednesday without answering the sceptics who still doubt his ability to finally make a mark in Europe.

Batting woes for India ahead of series decider against England

Batting woes for India ahead of series decider against England

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

The No. 4 slot is considered the most vital position for any successful ODI side, yet India are struggling to find a solution to their revolving door conundrum for some time now.

Sacha Zverev astonished at beating two biggies back-to-back

Sacha Zverev astonished at beating two biggies back-to-back

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Just as against Swiss 20-time Grand Slam champion Federer in Saturday's semi-final, the 21-year-old produced a dashing display of power and guile to stun the in-form Djokovic 6-4, 6-3.

Democrats apologise to Bernie Sanders for 'inexcusable remarks' in emails

Democrats apologise to Bernie Sanders for 'inexcusable remarks' in emails

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Democratic Party bosses have apologised to Bernie Sanders for "inexcusable" emails aimed at undermining his White House bid.

Russian great Salnikov claims atmosphere in Rio like 'Cold War'

Russian great Salnikov claims atmosphere in Rio like 'Cold War'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Russian swimming chief Vladimir Salnikov said on Tuesday the atmosphere surrounding his team at the Olympics reminded him of the Cold War, and criticised American breaststroke champion Lilly King for attacking the integrity of her Russian rival.

Barmy Army urged to respect Ponting

Barmy Army urged to respect Ponting

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

England fans have been asked to stop jeering and respect Australia captain Ricky Ponting in the fourth Ashes Test that starts at Headingley on Friday.

Beckham has silenced critics: Arena

Beckham has silenced critics: Arena

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

David Beckham, booed on his return to the United States, has silenced his critics by helping the LA Galaxy to the MLS Cup final, his coach Bruce Arena said on Tuesday.

Hamilton wins as Vettel spins in Ferrari's backyard

Hamilton wins as Vettel spins in Ferrari's backyard

Rediff.com2 Sep 2018

Lewis Hamilton won a thrilling Italian Grand Prix for Mercedes on Sunday to stretch his championship lead to 30 points over Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel, who fought back to fourth after a first lap spin.

Liverpool's gamble on Torres pays off

Liverpool's gamble on Torres pays off

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez's gamble to play an "80 percent" fit Fernando Torres paid off when the Spaniard got the first goal in a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.

What India needs to do for a semi-final berth

What India needs to do for a semi-final berth

Rediff.com10 May 2010

A win alone is not sufficient for India to qualify for semifinals and they will have to beat Sri Lanka by a minimum of 20 runs on batting first and with 2.1 to three overs to spare on batting second in their last Super Eights clash of the T20 World Cup in St Lucia on Tuesday.

France need points and love against Romania

France need points and love against Romania

Rediff.com3 Sep 2009

France take on Romania in a World Cup qualifier on Saturday in precious need of both points and the love of their fans, something that has been sadly lacking since the side flopped at Euro 2008.

United controlled game and deserved win: Mourinho

United controlled game and deserved win: Mourinho

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

Two goals from Marcus Rashford gave United a 2-0 lead after 24 minutes and Juan Mata went close to a third with a bicycle kick inside the area. Liverpool had plenty of possession after the break but apart from Eric Bailly's 66th minute own goal, they created few real chances.

Why Arsenal is vary of resurgent Man United...

Why Arsenal is vary of resurgent Man United...

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin is expecting an underperforming Manchester United to rise to the occasion when the sides meet at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Sunday.

EPL PICS: Chelsea's Top-4 hopes boosted; United's end

EPL PICS: Chelsea's Top-4 hopes boosted; United's end

Rediff.com5 May 2019

A summary of Sunday's Premier League matches.

Champion League's milestone men: Terry, Iniesta and Xavi

Champion League's milestone men: Terry, Iniesta and Xavi

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

John Terry became the second Chelsea player this year to make 100 appearances in the Champions League when he captained his side against Sporting Lisbon in their Group G match in Portugal on Tuesday.

A subdued Beckham returns to Galaxy

A subdued Beckham returns to Galaxy

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

Maybe it was the heat, or the global commute or the rust from weeks without the intense effort of European soccer, but it turned out to be a quiet return for the marquee player of U.S. soccer, David Beckham.

The Lion King Review

The Lion King Review

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

'As much as I appreciate this seamless show of computer graphics -- the gobsmacking detailing of its manufactured wildlife and landscapes -- there's something awkward about its authenticity.' 'Neither does it match the vigour of The Lion King's dramatic plot,' says Sukanya Verma.

Lack of love fuels Djokovic desire to be top dog

Lack of love fuels Djokovic desire to be top dog

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Novak Djokovic is arguably the best returner the game has ever seen, is the best athlete and has an engaging personality, there is only so much love to go around.

Babul Supriyo heckled at Jadavpur University

Babul Supriyo heckled at Jadavpur University

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Describing the behaviour of the agitating students as "absolutely deplorable", he alleged that the protesters were trying to "disturb peace" at the institute by "instigating the students and seminar organisers to create a stampede-like situation".

Euro qualifiers: Zlatan strikes again as Sweden head for playoffs

Euro qualifiers: Zlatan strikes again as Sweden head for playoffs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored his eighth goal in eight Euro 2016 qualifiers as Sweden beat Moldova 2-0 in Stockholm.

Capello, Trapattoni off to winning starts

Capello, Trapattoni off to winning starts

Rediff.com7 Sep 2008

England were booed off at halftime against Andorra before grinding out a 2-0 victory as Europe's 2010 World Cup qualifiers began in earnest on Saturday.

Symonds's absence could ease tension: Kirsten

Symonds's absence could ease tension: Kirsten

Rediff.com5 Sep 2008

India coach Gary Kirsten reckons the absence of the fiery all-rounder in Australia's squad could reduce the tension that, of late, surrounds Indo-Australian series.

Steve Waugh rates this player above Sachin, Lara and Kallis

Steve Waugh rates this player above Sachin, Lara and Kallis

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh has overlooked legends Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, Jacques Kallis, Muttiah Muralitharan and Shane Warne to select Adam Gilchrist as the greatest player of the 21st century. Waugh said Gilchrist's game-changing career, in which he effectively evolved the wicketkeeping position to wicketkeeper-batsman, was what made him his No.1 choice. "I think the guy who's changed the game the most you would have to say is Adam Gilchrist," Waugh told Cricket Australia.

Australia Open: Leaner, mature Osaka stays grounded

Australia Open: Leaner, mature Osaka stays grounded

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

Naomi Osaka is no longer a shy, introvert youngster and the newest Grand Slam winner in women's tennis says she owes her maturity to last year's US Open triumph.

Racism blights motor racing and cricket

Racism blights motor racing and cricket

Rediff.com28 Mar 2008

Abuse directed at Grand Prix racer Lewis Hamilton in Spain and an ugly confrontation between the India and Australia cricket sides provide depressing evidence that racism continues to blight international sport.