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Joe Biden: From being one of the youngest senators to oldest US president

Joe Biden: From being one of the youngest senators to oldest US president

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

The presidential dreams that the veteran leader from Delaware had harboured since childhood seemed all but over for a third time until he won South Carolina's Democratic Party primary on February 29 last year, forcing most rivals out of the race and making one of the most dramatic comebacks in American political history.

'Historic' SpaceX reaches International Space Station

'Historic' SpaceX reaches International Space Station

Rediff.com31 May 2020

The spacecraft is the first to take the American astronauts to orbit from American soil in nearly a decade.

Is this dusky beauty India's answer to Kylie Jenner?

Is this dusky beauty India's answer to Kylie Jenner?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

At 19, aspiring model and make up artist Mira Patel is a huge Instagram sensation.

PIO outfit urges US Senate to lift cap on green card

PIO outfit urges US Senate to lift cap on green card

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

In a policy paper submitted to US Senators, the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) said the excessive delays in the processing of permanent residency applications due to country-wise quota contributed to America's loss of revenue, market leadership and competitive edge.

Padmavati: Shotgun questions silence of Bollywood biggies, PM, Irani

Padmavati: Shotgun questions silence of Bollywood biggies, PM, Irani

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

'How come our I and B Minister or our most popular Hon'ble PM (according to PEW) are maintaining stoic silence. High time!' he said.

All roads lead to Wimbledon for Federer

All roads lead to Wimbledon for Federer

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Roger Federer has made no secret that at this stage of his career, anything he does or does not do on a tennis court is done with the sole purpose of making sure he is in the best shape possible to make another title run at Wimbledon.

First Indian-born general in the US military passes away

First Indian-born general in the US military passes away

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

General Surindar Bhaskar served as the 17th chief of the US Army Dental Corps.

Wimbledon PIX: World No 1 STUNNED, Halep cruises

Wimbledon PIX: World No 1 STUNNED, Halep cruises

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

IMAGES from Day 6 of the Wimbledon Championships at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on Saturday.

How Serena helped Kenin's career

How Serena helped Kenin's career

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

Sofia Kenin said that the experience at Roland Garros changed her career trajectory.

Biden accepts Democratic nomination, vows to end 'season of darkness'

Biden accepts Democratic nomination, vows to end 'season of darkness'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

While accepting the Democratic presidential nomination on Thursday night, Biden said in Delaware that "united we can and will overcome this season of darkness in America."

Modi Has Enormous Curiosity About The World

Modi Has Enormous Curiosity About The World

Rediff.com24 May 2022

'From the very start, PM Modi was insistent that visiting foreign leaders should be exposed to an India beyond its capital.' 'Through these experiences, he felt that the full Indian narrative would be much better understood across the world,' explains External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. A riveting excerpt from Bluekraft Digital Foundation's Modi@20: Dreams Meet Delivery.

Wimbledon: Querrey shocks defending champion Murray in quarters

Wimbledon: Querrey shocks defending champion Murray in quarters

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

24th seed American Sam Querrey caused the biggest upset at this year's Wimbledon as he stunned defending champion Andy Murray 3-6, 6-4, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 6-1, in the quarter-finals, on Wednesday.

In 1st SOTU address, Trump moots merit-based immigration

In 1st SOTU address, Trump moots merit-based immigration

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Trump said that his proposal should be supported by both parties (Republican and Democratic) as a fair compromise -- one where nobody gets everything they want, but where the country gets the critical reforms it needs.

Women's tennis has a new leader

Women's tennis has a new leader

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Already a sporting icon, Osaka's fight for equality has focussed even more attention on her

Wimbledon: Djokovic avoids shock; Tsitsipas stunned

Wimbledon: Djokovic avoids shock; Tsitsipas stunned

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Images from Day 1 of the Wimbledon tennis championships in London, on Monday.

Trump or Biden? America votes to elect 46th President

Trump or Biden? America votes to elect 46th President

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Amidst a resurgent COVID-19 pandemic, nearly 100 million people have already cast their ballots in early voting, putting the country on course for its highest turnout in a century. Some 239 million people are eligible to vote this year.

Poll: Would you rather be rich or look fabulous?

Poll: Would you rather be rich or look fabulous?

Rediff.com30 May 2011

If you had a choice, what would you choose -- money or good looks?

Beware of Xi's secret army!

Beware of Xi's secret army!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

India, Taiwan and countries with large numbers of Tibetans, Uyghurs and overseas Chinese will be prominent among those that witness elevated United Front activity, notes Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RAW officer.

Sunita Williams among 9 astronauts named by NASA for first commercial flights

Sunita Williams among 9 astronauts named by NASA for first commercial flights

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

The eight active NASA astronauts and one former astronaut-turned-corporate crew member will launch on Boeing CST-100 Starliner and SpaceX Dragoncapsules to the International Space Station beginning in 2019.

US teen McNally yearns to play like Federer

US teen McNally yearns to play like Federer

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

'I really like the way he plays, mixes in the slice, the dropshot, volleys really well. There's so many things I like from his game. Hopefully I can keep working on those and become just like him'

'My job is not to represent the world; my job is to represent the United States of America'

'My job is not to represent the world; my job is to represent the United States of America'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

The following is the full text of US President Donald Trump's first address to a joint session of the Congress on February 28, as prepared for delivery and released by the White House press office.

Decent men do not demean women: Michelle blasts Trump

Decent men do not demean women: Michelle blasts Trump

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Michelle contrasted the vision of America that the former secretary of state offered to the reality TV star's vision which was grounded in "hopelessness and despair".

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.

Mel Gibson's ex-girlfriend comes to Bollywood

Mel Gibson's ex-girlfriend comes to Bollywood

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

Titled Melody, the film will be produced and directed by Sunil Babbar.

PIX: Badosa, Norrie triumph at Indian Wells

PIX: Badosa, Norrie triumph at Indian Wells

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

Paula Badosa survived a stiff challenge from Victoria Azarenka in the Indian Wells final, while Cameron Norrie battled back to defeat Nikoloz Basilashvili.

Pankaj Kapoor's 5 Finest Performances

Pankaj Kapoor's 5 Finest Performances

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Pankaj Kapoor is one of India's finest actors. Subhash K Jha picks 5 memorable performances.

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.

World's most beautiful scenes in Agora's Travel photo contest

World's most beautiful scenes in Agora's Travel photo contest

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

This year has been the year of the no travel, which has left millions reminiscing on adventure-filled trips abroad. To celebrate the wonder of world travel, thousands of photography enthusiasts entered Agora #Travel2020, sharing the moments they feel captured the true essence of exploration. Octavi Royo, Agora's co-founder and CEO, said: "Thanks to these photos, we can travel to some amazing corners of our planet and see them from the point of view of travel photographers." Scroll down to see our pick of the shortlisted images...

Prince Harry, Meghan name their newborn son Archie

Prince Harry, Meghan name their newborn son Archie

Rediff.com8 May 2019

'It's only been two and a half days, three days, but we're just so thrilled to have our own little bundle of joy'

US Open Pix: Djokovic cruises; Rogers stuns Barty

US Open Pix: Djokovic cruises; Rogers stuns Barty

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

Images from Day 6 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Saturday.

Tennis Roundup: Zverev completes Laver Cup win for Europe

Tennis Roundup: Zverev completes Laver Cup win for Europe

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Alexander Zverev snatched the Laver Cup for Team Europe as he beat Canada's Milos Raonic in the final rubber of a thrilling three days of action in Geneva's Palexpo Arena on Sunday.

Wimbledon PIX: Shapovalov ends Murray's run; Jabeur stuns Muguruza

Wimbledon PIX: Shapovalov ends Murray's run; Jabeur stuns Muguruza

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Images from Day 5 of the Wimbledon tennis championships played in London, on Friday.

Pravasi Special: A salute to India

Pravasi Special: A salute to India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Pravasis have created a great impression among Americans about their maternal country, India, says Dr Joy Cherian, the first Asian American to be appointed to a sub-cabinet level position in the US government.

Wimbledon: Kerber, Gauff in 4th round; Kyrgios forced out

Wimbledon: Kerber, Gauff in 4th round; Kyrgios forced out

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Images from Day 6 of Wimbledon at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Saturday.

Vaccines: Look to Russia, not US!

Vaccines: Look to Russia, not US!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

An alert government in Delhi should have begun government-to-government discussions with Moscow the moment it came to know that Russians were developing a vaccine. That is to say, almost an year's time has been lost, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

French Open PIX: Andy Murray's hopes crushed

French Open PIX: Andy Murray's hopes crushed

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Images from Day 1 of the 2020 French Open in Paris on Sunday.

Oscars 2015: Here's why these Best Director nominees are brilliant!

Oscars 2015: Here's why these Best Director nominees are brilliant!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

Raja Sen takes stock of Best Director nominees at Oscars 2015.

'Satnam, Bhullar can inspire Indian kids to dream of shot at NBA'

'Satnam, Bhullar can inspire Indian kids to dream of shot at NBA'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

On his first visit to India, former three-time NBA champion Brian Shaw talks of potential that Indian youngsters possess to make the cut in the NBA and shares his views on the sensational Stephen Curry and his partnership with Shaqueille O'Neal.Norma Godinho/Rediff.com listens in.

Education can be affordable... This Delhi school proves it

Education can be affordable... This Delhi school proves it

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Sunshine Schools are looking to attract interest from members of the urban 'aspirational' class -- vegetable vendors, security guards, drivers, etc -- who cannot afford the fees charged by budget private schools.

La Liga: Bale to stay at Madrid, says Zidane

La Liga: Bale to stay at Madrid, says Zidane

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Meanwhile, Real Mallorca made a dream return to La Liga with a 2-1 victory over Eibar at the Estadi Son Moix on Saturday, less than two months after sealing back-to-back promotions to rejoin Spain's soccer elite.