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U-19 WC warm-up: India beat Afghanistan by 13 runs

U-19 WC warm-up: India beat Afghanistan by 13 runs

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

Left-arm spinner Harmeet Singh's spell of five for 32 after some fine performances by the top-order batsman helped India register a 52-run win over Afghanistan in a warm-up match of the Under-19 Cricket World Cup on Wednesday.

The key to WEIGHTLOSS: A food diary

The key to WEIGHTLOSS: A food diary

Rediff.com14 Jul 2012

If you keep tabs on what you eat by noting everything down, you're more likely to diet successfully.

Mexican fast-food major Taco Bell plans to be in India soon

Mexican fast-food major Taco Bell plans to be in India soon

Rediff.com16 May 2019

Taco Bell operates through over 500 restaurants in 30 countries outside the US. In the US, it has around 7,000 restaurants.

'McDonald's has shown the way, it's great for Subway'

'McDonald's has shown the way, it's great for Subway'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2012

Fred DeLuca, founder and CEO of restaurant chain Subway, started a sandwich shop 'Pete's Super Submarine' at Bridgeport (Connecticut) when he was 17.

Argentina, Dutch qualify for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Argentina, Dutch qualify for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Mbappe and Benzema inspire France to 2-0 win against Finland

Trump leaves White House with unprecedent tainted legacy

Trump leaves White House with unprecedent tainted legacy

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

The 74-year-old real estate mogul-turned politician, who radically changed politics in the corridors of power in Washington, DC over the past four tumultuous years, was impeached for a second time on the charges of 'incitement of insurrection' for the violent storming of the United States Capitol by his supporters just days before the end of his four-year term.

I was lucky to be selected for Presidents Cup: Woods

I was lucky to be selected for Presidents Cup: Woods

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

Former World No. 1 Tiger Woods said, on Thursday, that he was fortunate to have been picked by US captain Fred Couples for the Presidents Cup defence in Australia later this month.

PIX: Chelsea, Man Utd, Liverpool off to flying starts

PIX: Chelsea, Man Utd, Liverpool off to flying starts

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Images from Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

Venezuela lead group, Brazil and Paraguay draw

Venezuela lead group, Brazil and Paraguay draw

Rediff.com10 Jul 2011

Substitute Fred struck in a last-minute equaliser to give holders Brazil a 2-2 draw with Paraguay before unfancied Venezuela upset Ecuador 1-0 to go top of Group B at the Copa America on Saturday.

Emerging Players: India rout AIS

Emerging Players: India rout AIS

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

India registered a comfortable seven-wicket victory over the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in a one-day match of the Emerging Players' Meet, in Brisbane, on Friday.

Europa League: United book place in final; Arsenal knocked out

Europa League: United book place in final; Arsenal knocked out

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Images from UEFA Europa League semi-finals played on Thursday.

Game Changer: Japanese ref riles Croatia with soft Brazil penalty

Game Changer: Japanese ref riles Croatia with soft Brazil penalty

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Japanese referee Yuichi Nishimura endeared himself to Brazil fans with a contentious penalty award in the World Cup opener on Thursday, as Neymar put away the spot kick to give his side a 2-1 lead against Croatia late in the Group A opener.

Brazil's Ronaldo plays farewell tie vs Romania

Brazil's Ronaldo plays farewell tie vs Romania

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

A chubby-looking Ronaldo said farewell to soccer in Brazil's lacklustre 1-0 win over Romania in a friendly on Tuesday, missing three chances in the 15 minutes he was on the pitch.

PIX: Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston at Toronto film fest

PIX: Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston at Toronto film fest

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Another day, another series of star sightings at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival.

On this day: US tennis great Andre Agassi was born

On this day: US tennis great Andre Agassi was born

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

He went on to lift the US Open title in 1994 and, after shaving his head on the advice of his then actress girlfriend Brooke Shields, the Australian Open crown in 1995 before adding an Olympic gold at Atlanta 1996.

Rama Singh wins top Hamilton honour

Rama Singh wins top Hamilton honour

Rediff.com14 May 2010

Dr Rama Singh, founder of the Gandhi Peace festival, is the winner of this year's Hamilton Mundialization World Citizenship Award. Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger presented him the medallion.

PHOTOS: Thousands tune in for the royal wedding

PHOTOS: Thousands tune in for the royal wedding

Rediff.com19 May 2018

Thousands of revellers streamed into the town of Windsor, trying to capture their own little piece of the extravaganza that is the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on Saturday. Well-wishers flew in from all over the world to get a glimpse of the bride and groom. Some enthusiasts even camped out for six days to get a prime spot to view the newlyweds.

PIX: Cavani, Greenwood rally Man Utd past Tottenham

PIX: Cavani, Greenwood rally Man Utd past Tottenham

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

Fans mourn Michael Jackson's demise

Fans mourn Michael Jackson's demise

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

Shock and disbelief at the death of Michael Jackson.

Anil commits to green energy for US Exim finance

Anil commits to green energy for US Exim finance

Rediff.com2 Jul 2010

After rejecting a request for financing the 4,000 MW ultra mega power project in Sasan, Madhya Pradesh, last Thursday, the Exim Bank reversed its decision on Monday after a conversation its chief Fred P Hochberg had with Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group chairman Anil Ambani.

PIX: Trump leaves White House without welcoming Biden

PIX: Trump leaves White House without welcoming Biden

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Donald Trump, known for his unpredictable leadership style, divisive rhetoric targeting both allies and opponents, and the only US president to be impeached twice, left the White House on Wednesday with a tainted legacy never seen before in American political history.

Woods exceeds expectations on Masters return

Woods exceeds expectations on Masters return

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

Images from the first round's play at the Augusta Masters on Thursday.

Here's a complete list of French Open men's singles champions

Here's a complete list of French Open men's singles champions

Rediff.com9 Jun 2019

List of French Open men's singles champions:

Flintoff on comeback trail

Flintoff on comeback trail

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff, who continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery, has been given the green light to play for the club he first joined as a 12-year-old.

Bundesliga restart gives hope to other leagues; Barca's Umtiti injured

Bundesliga restart gives hope to other leagues; Barca's Umtiti injured

Rediff.com9 May 2020

The resumption of the German Bundesliga next weekend amid the COVID-19 crisis will give hope to other European leagues that they can also successfully return, according to Schalke 04 coach David Wagner.

Sarah, Freddie Prinze Jr welcome baby girl

Sarah, Freddie Prinze Jr welcome baby girl

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

The pair, who tied the knot in Mexico seven years ago, have become first time parents.

Move to ban burqa fails in Australia

Move to ban burqa fails in Australia

Rediff.com20 May 2010

A bill to ban burqa in Australia's most populous state New South Wales on Thursday fell through as centrist and leftist lawmakers condemned it as racist. The bill had been moved by the leader of the rightist Christian Democratic Party Fred Nile, who had called for a ban on burqa, citing security reasons and to "set women free from the domination of males." The legislation had been moved apparently to keep up with the trend in Europe.

Cricketers who lost their battle to the Big C

Cricketers who lost their battle to the Big C

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

On Thursday morning, the world woke up to the news of the death of iconic New Zealand cricketer Martin Crowe. A teenage prodigy, who went on to carve an illustrious career with his superlative batting and smart captaincy, lost his three-year long battle against cancer at the age of 53. Unfortunately, Crowe is among a few famous cricketers who battled to beat cancer but didn't survive the fight.

Neymar to have throat surgery before Barcelona move

Neymar to have throat surgery before Barcelona move

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

Brazilian striker Neymar was named as the best player of the Confederations Cup after he helped Brazil seal a 3-0 win over world champions Spain in the final on Sunday, then said he would need minor throat surgery before his move to Barcelona.

List of Australian Open men's singles champions

List of Australian Open men's singles champions

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

List of Australian Open men's singles champions since the event began in 1905 (Australian unless stated):

PIX: Wolves shock City; United down Inter

PIX: Wolves shock City; United down Inter

Rediff.com20 Jul 2019

Rui Patricio saved three penalties as Wolverhampton Wanderers defeated English Premier League champions Manchester City to claim the Premier League Asia Trophy 3-2 in a penalty shootout.

Phelps ends comeback meet on a losing note

Phelps ends comeback meet on a losing note

Rediff.com18 May 2009

Michael Phelps' return to competition ended with another humbling defeat, losing the 100 metre freestyle final to Frenchman Fred Bousquet at the Charlotte UltraSwim Grand Prix on Sunday. After not conceding defeat in a year, Phelps' freestyle disappointment was his second loss in two days, underscoring the challenge the 23-year-old American faces to extend his dominance to the sprints.

PIX: Ronaldo takes Man United past Villarreal; Chelsea, Barca lose

PIX: Ronaldo takes Man United past Villarreal; Chelsea, Barca lose

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

A summary of Wednesday night's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Trump says WHO seems biased to China, threatens to withhold funding

Trump says WHO "seems biased to China", threatens to withhold funding

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

"We pay for a majority or the biggest portion of their money. They actually criticised and disagreed with my travel ban at the time I did it. They were wrong. They've been wrong about a lot of things. They had a lot of information early and they didn't want to -- they're very -- they seem to be very China centric," the US president charged during his news conference.

PIX: Real Madrid see off Getafe; Juventus hold Inter

PIX: Real Madrid see off Getafe; Juventus hold Inter

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Real Madrid's French duo Karim Benzema and Ferland Mendy struck in the second half as the Spanish champions overcame an injury crisis to beat Getafe 2-0 at home on Tuesday and close the gap to La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid to five points.

Smoking marijuana can cause testicular cancer

Smoking marijuana can cause testicular cancer

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Researchers found that being a marijuana smoker at the time of diagnosis was linked to a 70 per cent increased risk of testicular cancer. The risk was particularly elevated for those who used marijuana at least weekly and/or who had long-term exposure to the substance beginning in adolescence.

Pop icon Michael Jackson dies at 50

Pop icon Michael Jackson dies at 50

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

Popstar Michael Jackson, 50, has died after suffering a suffered a cardiac arrest early Thursday afternoon at his home in Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Times and other US media outlets reported.

Palm pins its hopes on Nova

Palm pins its hopes on Nova

Rediff.com20 Dec 2008

The smartphone maker debuts its new operating system, code-named Nova, at January's CES. Palm says its phones for it will bridge the BlackBerry-iPhone gap.

When bonus rage turns violent

When bonus rage turns violent

Rediff.com30 Mar 2009

As public distaste at taxpayer-funded bail-outs has turned to "bonus rage" directed at specific individuals, the fear of physical harm has grown appreciably. For a vilified few, they really are out to get you.

Amazon apologises; removes 'tricolour doormats'

Amazon apologises; removes 'tricolour doormats'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Amazon says it remains steadfastly committed to India, as evident by CEO Jeff Bezos' announcement last year of the company's plans to invest $5 billion in the country.