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US 'political virus' pushing bilateral ties to brink of 'new Cold War': China

US 'political virus' pushing bilateral ties to brink of 'new Cold War': China

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Chian it was open to international efforts to identify the source of the deadly virus.

In coronavirus-hit world, sponsors to stand by delayed Olympics

In coronavirus-hit world, sponsors to stand by delayed Olympics

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

Major corporate sponsors of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics are standing by the International Olympic Committee after the Games were postponed and experts familiar with the deals said the companies would not likely seek the return of billions of dollars committed to the agreements. Fourteen global companies including Coca-Cola Co, Procter & Gamble Co and Intel Corp spent $500 million this year and have committed close to $4 billion on multi-year contracts that designate them as top-tier sponsors, according to research firm Global Data.

Barmy Army warming up for Aussies

Barmy Army warming up for Aussies

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Raucous Edgbaston is about as far removed from the refined surrounds of Lord's as it can get

Google alerts users on state-sponsored attacks

Google alerts users on state-sponsored attacks

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

In the official company blog, Google Vice President Security (Engineering) Eric Grosse said, "We are constantly on the lookout for malicious activity on our systems, in particular attempts by third parties to log into users' accounts unauthorised. Today, we are taking that a step further for a subset of our users, who we believe may be the target of state-sponsored attacks".

Inspired by Cruyff, De Jong keen to make mark at Barca

Inspired by Cruyff, De Jong keen to make mark at Barca

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

De Jong is proud to join the likes of compatriots Ronald Koeman, Frank de Boer and Patrick Kluivert in heading to the Nou Camp, having dreamed of wearing Barca colours.

Gurdwara shooting, an attack on American values: US AG

Gurdwara shooting, an attack on American values: US AG

Rediff.com11 Aug 2012

Calling the deadly shooting incident at a Wisconsin gurdwara an attack on American values, a top Obama Administration official has said such acts of terrorism and hatred will not be tolerated.

Football: Klopp named Premier League Manager of the Season

Football: Klopp named Premier League Manager of the Season

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

News of all that tranpired on and off the football field.

The women who made history at the US midterms

The women who made history at the US midterms

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Here are some inspirational women who just made history in the polls.

I have got my rhythm back: Umesh Yadav

I have got my rhythm back: Umesh Yadav

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Keen to make the most of the opportunity in the ongoing Champions League Twenty20, Delhi Daredevils pacer Umesh Yadav said he's working hard on improving his run-up and getting his balance right.

Formula One: Vettel wins incident-packed race at home

Formula One: Vettel wins incident-packed race at home

Rediff.com7 Jul 2013

World champion Sebastian Vettel finally tasted Formula One success on home soil after a composed victory in Sunday's German Grand Prix although safety worries again rocked the sport after a series of incidents.

EPL PIX: Ronaldo nets twice on second United debut

EPL PIX: Ronaldo nets twice on second United debut

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Paes-Tecau bow out of Thailand Open

Paes-Tecau bow out of Thailand Open

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

Top seeded pair of Leander Paes and Horia Tecau were ousted from the ATP Thailand Open after losing a hard-fought semifinal against Eric Butorac and Paul Hanley in Bangkok on Friday.

Doctor killed 2 patients as he checked cricket scores

Doctor killed 2 patients as he checked cricket scores

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

Rajendra Kokkarne, 37, was checking cricket results, looking at news, doing personal banking and reading e-mails during working hours when he prescribed the doses.

Soccer: Barca play first game without Messi; Zizou's son sees red

Soccer: Barca play first game without Messi; Zizou's son sees red

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Images from football matches played across Europe.

PHOTOS: Lewis Hamilton wins Monaco GP

PHOTOS: Lewis Hamilton wins Monaco GP

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Triple world champion Lewis Hamilton celebrated his first win of the Formula One season in a crash-filled Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday.

Semenya to contest 3,000-metres at Prefontaine Classic

Semenya to contest 3,000-metres at Prefontaine Classic

Rediff.com21 May 2019

The race will be her first since the new rules went into effect

England set to extend 50 years of hurt...

England set to extend 50 years of hurt...

Rediff.com24 May 2016

When England fans sang about '30 years of hurt' at Euro '96 they had high hopes of ending the pain with a first trophy since the 1966 World Cup but 20 years on from that agonising near miss there is precious little optimism in the air.

PHOTOS: 7 agonizing injuries at the Rio Games

PHOTOS: 7 agonizing injuries at the Rio Games

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

The 2016 Rio Olympics has witnessed some scintillating performances, wherein many young athletes achieved glory for their nation. The Rio Games also saw legendary athletes like Usain Bolt and Michael Phelps delivering as per expectations and extending their domination in the Olympics history. But, there were some unfortunate ones, who fought horrifying injuries in Rio. Rediff.com lists seven such ill-fated injuries from the Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

PIX: Man United clinches draw at Tottenham on EPL return

PIX: Man United clinches draw at Tottenham on EPL return

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes fired home a late penalty to rescue a point for the visitors in a lively 1-1 draw at Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Friday.

Barca defender Abidal to have liver transplant

Barca defender Abidal to have liver transplant

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is to have a liver transplant, the Spanish and European champions said on Thursday.

Pak man pleads guilty to export of nuke material

Pak man pleads guilty to export of nuke material

Rediff.com10 Sep 2011

A Pakistani national pleaded guilty on Friday before a United States court to charges of illegally exporting nuclear-related material to restricted entities back home, Justice Department said.

EPL: Racism claims halt match before Chelsea sink Spurs

EPL: Racism claims halt match before Chelsea sink Spurs

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

The racist chants took the shine off a great day for Chelsea who have tightened their grip on fourth place.

Kiwi men's pair set world best time at Olympics

Kiwi men's pair set world best time at Olympics

Rediff.com28 Jul 2012

Eric Murray and Hamish Bond of New Zealand smashed the world best time in the men's pair by nearly six seconds at the Olympic rowing regatta on Saturday.

Son of Cecil the lion killed by trophy hunter

Son of Cecil the lion killed by trophy hunter

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

Xanda, a six-year-old male, was killed just outside Hwange National Park in north west Zimbabwe -- near the spot where Cecil died two years ago.

'Joint action' with US proposed to nab Dawood: Shinde

'Joint action' with US proposed to nab Dawood: Shinde

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

The Indian government has proposed a joint action with the United States to arrest the fugitive gangster and country's most wanted terrorist, Dawood Ibrahim, Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde said.

US state sues China on coronavirus handling

US state sues China on coronavirus handling

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'The Chinese government lied to the world about the danger and contagious nature of COVID-19, silenced whistleblowers, and did little to stop the spread of the disease'

Ronaldo defends Neymar as English also accused of diving

Ronaldo defends Neymar as English also accused of diving

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho also singled out Maguire, "normally a very honest guy...for diving in the box.

Best Pictures from the Tour de France - Part 2

Best Pictures from the Tour de France - Part 2

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Rediff.com gives you a flashback of the beautiful moments from the Tour de France this year.

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Here are some of the other events -- in pictures -- that made news last week.

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

-- More than 800,000 homes and businesses are without power in Texas and Louisiana as of Thursday morning -- Laura's 150mph winds made it the strongest hurricane to strike the US this year and in Louisiana since 1856

Many Kalashnikovs found in abandoned car after Paris attacks

Many Kalashnikovs found in abandoned car after Paris attacks

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Several AK47 rifles of the sort used during the attacks in Paris were found in the black Seat abandoned in an eastern suburb of the capital, a judicial source said on Sunday.

'Couples in open sexual relationships stick together'

'Couples in open sexual relationships stick together'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Is monogamy a myth? A US sociologist thinks so -- and here's why.

Barcelona agree to sign fullback Alba from Valencia

Barcelona agree to sign fullback Alba from Valencia

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Barcelona have strengthened their defence and found a replacement for Eric Abidal by sealing an agreement with Valencia to sign Spain fullback Jordi Alba on a five-year contract.

British Grand Prix: Mallya to make rare public appearance

British Grand Prix: Mallya to make rare public appearance

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Troubled Indian businessman Vijay Mallya is set to make a rare public appearance in the United Kingdom on Friday when he is scheduled to attend the team bosses press conference ahead of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix.

Bidve murder: UK varsities reassure Indian students

Bidve murder: UK varsities reassure Indian students

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

Universities UK, the representative body of varsities in the United Kingdom, has sought to reassure Indian and other international students that the country is "safe and tolerant" with low levels of violence and street crime.

Wins for Arsenal, Man United as Europa League kicks off

Wins for Arsenal, Man United as Europa League kicks off

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Arsenal teenager Bukayo Saka scored his first goal for the club as they beat 10-man Eintracht Frankfurt 3-0, while Manchester United's 17-year-old Mason Greenwood secured a 1-0 win over FC Astana as the Europa League group stage began on Thursday.

Modi gifts Indian tea to US CEOs

Modi gifts Indian tea to US CEOs

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday gifted famous Indian tea to the captains of 11 large American corporations.

Soccer PICS: Depay rescues Barca; Inter thrash Genoa

Soccer PICS: Depay rescues Barca; Inter thrash Genoa

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

Images from the soccer matches played across Europe on Saturday.

'Morkel was left out to balance the squad'

'Morkel was left out to balance the squad'

Rediff.com26 May 2012

The decision to leave out paceman Morne Morkel in the IPL Qualifier II raised a lot of eyebrows but Delhi Daredevils head coach Eric Simmons defended the strategy, saying it was aimed at finding the 'right balance' in the side.

Bastille Day truck attack: 'Heard cries that I'll never forget'

Bastille Day truck attack: 'Heard cries that I'll never forget'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Eyewitnesses recount the horror after a driver ran into a crowd at Nice, killing 84 people and injuring over 100.