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Trump, Biden to face off in first presidential debate on Sep 29

Trump, Biden to face off in first presidential debate on Sep 29

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Dubbed as the "Super Bowl of American Democracy", Trump, 74, and Biden, 77, would respond to questions on their track record, the Supreme Court, economy, race and violence in cities and integrity of the elections at the Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio -- a key battleground state.

Trump, who once called Mexican immigrants rapists, is going to Mexico

Trump, who once called Mexican immigrants rapists, is going to Mexico

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Trump is widely reviled in Mexico, where his plans for a border wall have been taken as an insult and revived deep grievances over sovereignty and mutual respect that have historically dogged the country's relationship with the United States.

Nude Marilyn Monroe picture on sale for 5k pounds

Nude Marilyn Monroe picture on sale for 5k pounds

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

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

Ash in top 10 most beautiful women list

Ash in top 10 most beautiful women list

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

The Bachchan bahu makes it to Harpers and Queen Mag's 100 Most Beautiful Women.

Sotheby's India auction sees tepid response as slowdown hits art world

Sotheby's India auction sees tepid response as slowdown hits art world

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

The sale lot of 61 pieces of art, which was spread across a variety of categories such as modern and contemporary South Asian art, prints, and photographs, realised an estimated sale price of Rs 23.8 crore. Pre-auction estimates had expected the sale to range between Rs 37 crore and Rs 52 crore. Around 11 pieces of art remained unsold on Day One, reports Pavan Lall.

When Bollywood took flight

When Bollywood took flight

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Like there's no dearth of memorable bus scenes and train imagery in Hindi movies, planes are equally prolific on silver screen.

Hong Kong Open: Sindhu, Prannoy win; Saina, Sameer bow out

Hong Kong Open: Sindhu, Prannoy win; Saina, Sameer bow out

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

Nehwal has had a troubled run in this year as she has now faced exits from a tournament in the first round five times.

Meeting Mr Mona Lisa

Meeting Mr Mona Lisa

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

How much would collectors be willing to pay for owning a part of Indian history, asks Kishore Singh.

Murder On The Orient Express Review: Poirot steers a star-studded mystery

Murder On The Orient Express Review: Poirot steers a star-studded mystery

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Murder on the Orient Express offers intrigue worthy of Hercules Poirot's investigation and our time, feels Sukanya Verma.

Teen shuttler Lakshya counts losses amid lockdown

Teen shuttler Lakshya counts losses amid lockdown

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

With five titles under his belt, Lakshya Sen was racing towards the top echelons of international badminton before his stunning run was halted by the coronavirus pandemic, which brought all sporting action to a halt across the world. With the world in lockdown to contain the deadly disease, Lakshya too is enduring the uncertain times within the confines of his apartment, near the Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy (PPBA) in Bengaluru.

Saina shocks world No. 2 Yamaguchi at Denmark Open

Saina shocks world No. 2 Yamaguchi at Denmark Open

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Saina Nehwal breezed into the quarter-finals of the Denmark Open, scoring a 21-15, 21-17 victory over Japan's world No. 2-ramked Akane Yamaguchi on Thursday.

PHOTOS: Treasures of India

PHOTOS: Treasures of India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

When you think of Indian Maharajas of yore what is the one thing that comes to mind? Jewels! And that is exactly what the world will witness at Christie's, New York during its upcoming auction -- "Maharajas and Mughal Magnificence". The "unprecedented group" of objects is from The Al Thani Collection of the royal family of Qatar. It is expected to see competitive bidding from across the globe. As per Christie's, this collection is poised to be the most valuable auction of jewellery and jewelled objects. The current record is held by The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor, which totals $144 million (Rs 1,003 crore). Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's jade hilted dagger, the priceless jewels of the Nizams of Hyderabad, and a string of pearls belonging to Rajmata Gayatri Devi of Jaipur are among the 400 royal artefacts that would be auctioned on Wednesday. Here's a glimpse of the astounding jewels that will be auctioned.

Indian American to revamp New Jersey health care

Indian American to revamp New Jersey health care

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has named Dr Poonam Alaigh, director, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, New Jersey, as the commissioner of the state Health and Senior Services Department, a cabinet post.Alaigh, 45, has a multifaceted background in health-care administration and delivery, including clinical practice, hospital practice, hospital administration, managed care, pharmaceutical medicine, and health-care policy.

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

The 92nd Academy Awards nominations have been announced at the Samuel Goldwyn Theatre in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.

Exclusive: Prez secretary denies disrespect to PM

Exclusive: Prez secretary denies disrespect to PM

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

President's secretary speaks to Rediff.com's Onkar Singh about what really happened at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games on Sunday.

First look: New Red Riding Hood

First look: New Red Riding Hood

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

In the latest version, a teenage girl finds herself in extreme jeopardy when her village decides to hunt the werewolf that terrorises it every full moon.

Sean Connery's 10 Landmark Roles

Sean Connery's 10 Landmark Roles

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Diamonds are Forever. So is Sean Connery.

Dr Poonam Alaigh gets a cabinet post in New Jersey

Dr Poonam Alaigh gets a cabinet post in New Jersey

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie named Dr Poonam Alaigh, director of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, as the commissioner of the state Health and Senior Services Department, a cabinet post.

The BEST and WORST of 2020

The BEST and WORST of 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Mediums may change, formats may alter but one thing remains constant -- audience making their likes and dislikes abundantly clear.

Trump blames India for stealing jobs ahead of 'Super Tuesday'

Trump blames India for stealing jobs ahead of 'Super Tuesday'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Donald Trump, the controversial Republican presidential front runner, again blamed India and China among other countries for taking away jobs from Americans.

Off-ramp styles Fashion Week: A bikini sari!

Off-ramp styles Fashion Week: A bikini sari!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

Manisha hails from Delhi, suggests the best stores and designs in her city and describes her bikini sari and necklace.

Move over, Justin! We now have Kendall!

Move over, Justin! We now have Kendall!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

The 19-year-old model is the new face... erm... body of Calvin Klein.

Supermodel Brinkley on what keeps her sexy!

Supermodel Brinkley on what keeps her sexy!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

Supermodel Christie Brinkley has shared her workout and fitness secrets with 'Shape' Magazine and she's also giving her advice on how anyone can look their best and stay fit with the same techniques.

US polls: Chivukula stands tall among desi ruins

US polls: Chivukula stands tall among desi ruins

Rediff.com4 Nov 2009

In what can be termed a big blow to Barack Obama, the Republicans have surged to victory in two governors' races defeating Democrats, reports said.

AAPI condemns Indian-American scientist's murder

AAPI condemns Indian-American scientist's murder

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

49-year-old Divyendu Sinha, a computer scientist and an IIT Kharagpur alumnus, was brutally attacked by five teenage boys on the night of June 26, when he along with his sons had gone for a walk near his home in Old Bridge township of New Jersey.

Raza's painting sold at a record price

Raza's painting sold at a record price

Rediff.com11 Jun 2010

Indian artist Syed Haider Raza's work 'Saurashtra' fetched a record Rs 16.42 crore ($3,486,965) at the famous Christie's in London.

On board the world's most luxurious train

On board the world's most luxurious train

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

If "luxury on wheels" were an official title, it would go to the Venice Simplon-Orient Express. Here's a glance at the train.

Sonia, not Prez, behind farm loan waiver plan:Cong

Sonia, not Prez, behind farm loan waiver plan:Cong

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

The Congress on Tuesday downplayed the claim that President Pratibha Patil was behind the government's ambitious farm loan waiver scheme, saying inputs for it had come from diverse quarters. Party spokesman Abhishek Manu Singhvi was commenting on a remark by Christy Fernandes, the President's Secretary, that Patil had advised the government to initiate appropriate mechanism by which the plight of the farmers could be addressed.

'How do I show proof of funds for UK study visa?'

'How do I show proof of funds for UK study visa?'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2010

Entry clearance manager Nik Snowden at UK Border Agency (Chennai) and officers Ewan Cunningham and Mike Christie hosted a UK student visa chat on July 19. The transcript.

Ferrari blame Mosley for F1 exodus

Ferrari blame Mosley for F1 exodus

Rediff.com5 Nov 2009

Ferrari have compared the disappearance of leading manufacturers from Formula One to an Agatha Christie murder mystery, with the finger of guilt pointed at former FIA president Max Mosley.

Get ready to pay Rs 100 cr for an Indian painting

Get ready to pay Rs 100 cr for an Indian painting

Rediff.com12 May 2010

As confidence for Indian modern art returns, prices will rise in the same proportion as they did in the last decade.

We got inadequate security in Hyderabad: England

We got inadequate security in Hyderabad: England

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Badminton England on Monday alleged that its shuttlers did not get the "appropriate levels of security" in Hyderabad and they had to pull out of World Championship because "It wasn't a safe place for staff or players."

Harbinger backs Sterlite in Asarco acquisition

Harbinger backs Sterlite in Asarco acquisition

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

Sterlite Industries, the flagship firm of London-listed Vedanta, may get the support of rival bidder Harbinger Capital Partners in its takeover plan for the bankrupt US copper mining firm, Asarco. Harbinger has decided to withdraw from the race, informing the bankruptcy court that its plan to restructure Asarco should not be considered.

How you can actually feel happy on Mondays

How you can actually feel happy on Mondays

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Feeling lousy? Here's how changing your body language can help.

Shekhar Kapur shines in New York, I Love You

Shekhar Kapur shines in New York, I Love You

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

Shekhar Kapur's segment in New York, I Love You -- 12 short films celebrating the energy of the city, stands out above all the other works.

How this model fought bulimia with yoga

How this model fought bulimia with yoga

Rediff.com16 May 2019

Liv Lo is Instagram's latest yoga sensation.

Chocolicious! The best job in the world

Chocolicious! The best job in the world

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

The man who tastes chocolates for a living has tasted over 2,200 chocolates from different countries in the last two years, says T E Narasimhan.

Gandhi, Nehru letters in Sotheby's auction

Gandhi, Nehru letters in Sotheby's auction

Rediff.com21 Jun 2009

A series of signed and autographed letters by Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru and some documents and postcards will figure in a Christie's sale in London on July 14.

Big blow for Sterlite in Asarco bid

Big blow for Sterlite in Asarco bid

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

Though the verdict of the bankruptcy court needs final approval from the district court, something that Sterlite is banking on, legal experts said that step was just a formality and nothing more. In its ruling filed late Monday, Judge Richard S Schmidt of the bankruptcy court at Corpus Christi in Texas recommended the district court judge to confirm the Grupo Mexico's plan and reject Asarco's own plan, which is sponsored by the Vedanta group company.