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Is this the world's 'highest' selfie?

Is this the world's 'highest' selfie?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

47-year-old Gerald Donovan took incredible pictures of himself from the top of the world's tallest skyscraper which could be the world's highest selfie, the Telegraph reported.

Klinsmann names first squad as US coach

Klinsmann names first squad as US coach

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

Juergen Klinsmann named his first squad as coach of the United States men's soccer team on Thursday, going with a mix of youth and experience for next week's international friendly against Mexico.

2 Sikh men attacked, robbed in New York

2 Sikh men attacked, robbed in New York

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The Consulate General of India in New York said in a tweet that the 'assault on two Sikh gentlemen in Richmond Hills, New York' is deplorable.

Man arrested after jumping White House fence

Man arrested after jumping White House fence

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

A 23-year-old man climbed over the White House fence and was attacked by Secret Service dogs before being arrested, officials said.

CA reduce size of national umpire panel

CA reduce size of national umpire panel

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

CA's Head of Cricket Operations Peter Roach thanked the umpires and said the decision to reduce head count was a mutual one.

US beat Panama to win CONCACAF Gold Cup

US beat Panama to win CONCACAF Gold Cup

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

The United States capped off a dominant tournament with a 1-0 victory over Panama to capture the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday.

Sports Shorts: Another podium finish for Jehan Daruvala

Sports Shorts: Another podium finish for Jehan Daruvala

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

NBA roundup: Hornets spoil Kyrie Irving's home debut

How to negotiate your salary

How to negotiate your salary

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Before you seal the deal, take a look at the fine print.

MLS: LA Galaxy beat Revolution for record fifth title

MLS: LA Galaxy beat Revolution for record fifth title

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Irish striker Robbie Keane grabbed an extra-time winner as LA Galaxy won a record fifth Major League Soccer title with a 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution in Sunday's championship-deciding MLS Cup.

Shorts: Rublev outlasts Djokovic to claim Serbia Open crown

Shorts: Rublev outlasts Djokovic to claim Serbia Open crown

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

WTA chief promises 'strong reactions' to ban on Russian, Belarusian players

Joe Biden takes oath as 46th US President

Joe Biden takes oath as 46th US President

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

The 78-year-old veteran Democrat leader was administered the oath of office by Chief Justice John Roberts at the West Front of the Capitol -- the traditional location for presidential inaugural ceremonies where the deadly violence took place just two weeks ago.

Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez to headline Biden inauguration

Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez to headline Biden inauguration

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Lady Gaga will perform the national anthem. There will be a musical performance by Lopez, who has used her voice during the coronavirus pandemic to speak out against its disproportionate toll on minority communities.

WATCH: When Obama was caught on camera pumping iron

WATCH: When Obama was caught on camera pumping iron

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

He may be the president of the United States of America but he is no different from an ordinary man when it comes to lifting weights, grimacing and panting.

Must read: The Harvard grad's speech that went viral

Must read: The Harvard grad's speech that went viral

Rediff.com30 May 2016

Donovan Livingston, a master's graduate from Harvard university delivered a poetic address to the graduating class of 2016.

Sports Shorts: Nadal recovering satisfactorily from appendicitis

Sports Shorts: Nadal recovering satisfactorily from appendicitis

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Rafael Nadal is recovering satisfactorily from appendicitis and will continue a course of antibiotics in a bid to be fit for the remainder of the 2014 season, the World No 2's spokesman said on Thursday.

World Cup Qualifiers: US, Argentina seal berth

World Cup Qualifiers: US, Argentina seal berth

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

The United States qualified for the World Cup finals in Brazil after second half goals from Eddie Johnson and Landon Donovan gave them a 2-0 home win over Mexico on Tuesday.

Day 4: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 4: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Chen scores world record for massive lead over shocked Hanyu

NBA roundup: Durant returns to lift Nets past Cavs

NBA roundup: Durant returns to lift Nets past Cavs

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Bucks hold moment of silence for Wisconsin parade attack victims.

Wondolowski named MLS's Most Valuable Player

Wondolowski named MLS's Most Valuable Player

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

San Jose Earthquakes striker Chris Wondolowski was voted Major League Soccer's Most Valuable Player for the 2012 season, the league said on Thursday.

White House shooting suspect arrested in Pennsylvania

White House shooting suspect arrested in Pennsylvania

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

A 21-year-old Hispanic man wanted in connection with shooting near the White House last Friday was arrested by the police from a hotel in Pennsylvania, the United States Secret Service said.

Tablets are one of fastest-adopted technologies

Tablets are one of fastest-adopted technologies

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

According to a new research conducted by market research firm comScore in the United States has revealed that one in four smartphone owners used a tablet between February and April this year, an increase of 14 per cent over last year.

Meet MLS's top-paid player for third straight year

Meet MLS's top-paid player for third straight year

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Orlando City midfielder Kaka is the highest-paid Major League Soccer player for a third consecutive year with over $7 million in annual earnings, according to figures released by the MLS Players Union on Tuesday.

Beckham's Galaxy win MLS Cup

Beckham's Galaxy win MLS Cup

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

David Beckham's LA Galaxy captured the MLS Cup championship with a 1-0 triumph over the Houston Dynamo in front of a celebratory home crowd on Sunday.

League Cup: Southampton, Newcastle go out; Burnley win

League Cup: Southampton, Newcastle go out; Burnley win

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Burnley beat Blackburn Rovers 2-0 at Ewood Park in their East Lancashire derby but Premier League sides Southampton and Newcastle United crashed out of the English League Cup to Championship opposition in Wednesday's second-round games.

Latest updates from the Football World Cup

Latest updates from the Football World Cup

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

Live updates from the matches at the football World Cup in South Africa.

IMPRESSIVE! 2 million tickets sold for 2016 Rio Games

IMPRESSIVE! 2 million tickets sold for 2016 Rio Games

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

Brazilians snap up two million tickets for 2016 Rio Games.

Beckham's royal return ends in defeat for Galaxy

Beckham's royal return ends in defeat for Galaxy

Rediff.com2 May 2011

David Beckham' rush back from the royal wedding to play for LA Galaxy in Dallas ended in a soggy defeat on Sunday with his team falling to a 2-1 loss at Pizza Hut Park.

Galacticos bring Galaxy back down to earth

Galacticos bring Galaxy back down to earth

Rediff.com8 Aug 2010

Real Madrid overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Galaxy 3-2 in a pre-season friendly at the Pasadena Rose Bowl on Saturday.

Goal scorers at 2010 World Cup finals

Goal scorers at 2010 World Cup finals

Rediff.com12 Jul 2010

David Villa and Wesley Sneijder, with five goals each, head the list of the goal scorers at the 2010 World Cup.

Goal scorers at 2010 World Cup finals

Goal scorers at 2010 World Cup finals

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

David Villa and Wesley Sneijder, with five goals each, head the list of the goal scorers at the 2010 World Cup.

Goal scorers at 2010 World Cup finals

Goal scorers at 2010 World Cup finals

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

David Villa and Wesley Sneijder, with five goals each, head the list of the goal scorers at the 2010 World Cup.

Images: US erase two-goal deficit to hold Slovenia

Images: US erase two-goal deficit to hold Slovenia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2010

The United States made a dramatic comeback from two goals down at half-time to draw 2-2 with Slovenia and keep alive their World Cup chances on Friday.

Urban development: India, US to deepen cooperation

Urban development: India, US to deepen cooperation

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

The decision in this regard was taken when urban development secretary M Ramachandran met with top officials of the Obama Administration during his four-day visit to the US capital this week.

United States looking for revenge in Ghana rematch

United States looking for revenge in Ghana rematch

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Coach Bob Bradley and his indefatigable United States team will seek revenge and a place in the quarter-finals when they meet Ghana on Saturday. After topping Group C thanks to a late winner by Landon Donovan in their 1-0 victory over Algeria in Pretoria on Wednesday, they hope to beat a team who look set to be the only surviving African nation in the second round.

US rally from two goals down to hold Slovenia

US rally from two goals down to hold Slovenia

Rediff.com18 Jun 2010

The United States made a dramatic comeback from two goals down at half-time to draw 2-2 with Slovenia and rescue their World Cup chances on Friday.

Biden all set to be sworn in as 46th US President

Biden all set to be sworn in as 46th US President

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Chief Justice John Roberts will administer the oath of office to Biden just after the clock strikes 12 (local time) at the West Front of the Capitol -- the traditional location -- under the unprecedented security umbrella of more than 25,000 National Guards, who have transformed the capital into a garrison city, mainly because of the threat of violent protest by Trump's supporters.

Jai Bhagwan in World boxing pre-quarters

Jai Bhagwan in World boxing pre-quarters

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Jai Bhagwan pulled off a come-from-behind victory over Ireland's Eric Donovan to enter the pre-quarter-finals on Friday after Thokchom Nanao Singh pummeled Azerbaijan's Elvin Mamishzade in his opening bout at the World Boxing Championships in Milan. While Jai (60 kg) beat his opponent 11-6, Nanao (48 kg) demolished Mamishzade 21-6 late Thursday night to make it to the second round of the mega-event.

Jai Bhagwan in World boxing pre-quarters

Jai Bhagwan in World boxing pre-quarters

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

Jai Bhagwan pulled off a come-from-behind victory over Ireland's Eric Donovan to enter the pre-quarter-finals on Friday after Thokchom Nanao Singh pummeled Azerbaijan's Elvin Mamishzade in his opening bout at the World Boxing Championships in Milan. While Jai (60 kg) beat his opponent 11-6, Nanao (48 kg) demolished Mamishzade 21-6 late Thursday night to make it to the second round of the mega-event.

Beckham's LA title dream dashed by Salt Lake

Beckham's LA title dream dashed by Salt Lake

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

Real Salt Lake won their first Major League Soccer championship on Sunday with a penalty shootout victory over David Beckham's LA Galaxy after the title game had ended in a 1-1 draw following extra time.

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.