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Football Focus: Liverpool's Mane is African Footballer of the Year

Football Focus: Liverpool's Mane is African Footballer of the Year

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field

What to expect from Sport in 2018

What to expect from Sport in 2018

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Can 2018 top its predecessor in Sporting Glory?

China Open: Nadal into Beijing quarters, Berdych boosts London hopes

China Open: Nadal into Beijing quarters, Berdych boosts London hopes

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

World No 2 Rafael Nadal sailed into the quarter-finals of the China Open, his first tournament in 13 weeks, with a 6-3, 6-4 win over German qualifier Peter Gojowczyk on Thursday.

Upset with newspaper, US gunman kills 5 in newsroom shooting

Upset with newspaper, US gunman kills 5 in newsroom shooting

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

The shooting was the deadliest day for US journalism since 9/11 terror attacks.

Varun's October inspires David Dhawan to go serious

Varun's October inspires David Dhawan to go serious

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Richa Chadha to play Shakeela... Vidya Balan turns producer...

Hamilton wins at home after Rosberg retires

Hamilton wins at home after Rosberg retires

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Lewis Hamilton won his home British Grand Prix on Sunday and slashed Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg's Formula One lead to four points after the German retired for the first time this season.

Who is Adil Shahryar and why was he part of Sushma's defence?

Who is Adil Shahryar and why was he part of Sushma's defence?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Even Charlton Heston intervened on his behalf.

OMG! These images are simply BRILLIANT

OMG! These images are simply BRILLIANT

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

All the action from around the world last week, in case you missed it.

Tennis Roundup: Halep knocks out Sharapova, Ostapenko makes WTA Finals

Tennis Roundup: Halep knocks out Sharapova, Ostapenko makes WTA Finals

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

World number two Simona Halep beat Maria Sharapova 6-2, 6-2 in the China Open third round on Wednesday for her first win over the Russian in eight attempts.

How to pick mutual funds smartly

How to pick mutual funds smartly

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

When making a buy or sell decision on a fund, it is essential to look beyond profits, says Kavitha Krishnan

Days before US polls, FBI releases Bill Clinton closed case files

Days before US polls, FBI releases Bill Clinton closed case files

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has once again courted controversy as it released heavily redacted files from its 2001 investigation of President Bill Clinton's pardon of fugitive financier Marc Rich, just one week from election day.

FIFA paid Ireland 5m euros, not dollars, after Henry handball!

FIFA paid Ireland 5m euros, not dollars, after Henry handball!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

FIFA paid Ireland's FA (FAI) 5 million euros to avoid a legal case over a controversial World Cup playoff defeat, 50 percent more than the $5 million it reported on Thursday at 2009 exchange rates, world soccer's governing body said.

'Assad to face consequences if he fails on chemical weapons'

'Assad to face consequences if he fails on chemical weapons'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

In a stern message, the United States, Britain and France on Monday warned Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad of "serious consequences" if he fails to surrender his chemical weapons, saying military strike remains an option.

Veteran British broadcaster David Frost dies at 74

Veteran British broadcaster David Frost dies at 74

Rediff.com1 Sep 2013

Veteran British journalist and broadcaster Sir David Frost, best known for his series of interviews with disgraced United States President Richard Nixon, has died after a suspected heart attack while on board a cruise ship. He was 74.

The Great Brit who proved all predictions wrong

The Great Brit who proved all predictions wrong

Rediff.com8 May 2015

David Cameron, who became Britain's youngest prime minister since 1812 when he won elections in 2010, on Friday surprised everyone by securing a majority for the Conservatives against all odds to allow his party to govern alone for the first time in more than two decades.

Oscars 2015: Eddie Redmayne, Jullianne Moore win

Oscars 2015: Eddie Redmayne, Jullianne Moore win

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

The 87th Annual Academy Awards have been announced. Here's a quick glance at the winners.

Sharapova's intent questioned - Why was she taking banned heart drug?

Sharapova's intent questioned - Why was she taking banned heart drug?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

'Sharapova has been a US resident since early in her career, which does bring in a question of how or why she is using a drug that is not licensed there'

Game of Thrones tops Emmy nominations

Game of Thrones tops Emmy nominations

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

The latest Hollywood updates.

Euro 2016: How Portugal proved they are not one man army

Euro 2016: How Portugal proved they are not one man army

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Portugal proved they can flourish without their talismanic forward Cristiano Ronaldo, at least on the pitch, in beating France to win Euro 2016. Coach Fernando Santos has been trying to reduce their dependency on Ronaldo and his team's ability to live without their alltime leading scorer and captain faced its ultimate test when he was went off injured after 25 minutes of Sunday's final. They passed with flying colours. Relieved of any obligation to pass to Ronaldo every time he was free or allow him to take free kicks, Portugal's players appeared less inhibited without him on the pitch.

'When Saeed Jaffrey wanted something, he would get it anyhow'

'When Saeed Jaffrey wanted something, he would get it anyhow'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

'Saeed Mirza was one of the few actors who managed to shine in both British movies like Gandhi and Hindi movies like Chashme Buddoor.' The veteran actor's friends pay tribute to him.

Euro 2016: Greek lessons and pragmatism key to Portugal's progress

Euro 2016: Greek lessons and pragmatism key to Portugal's progress

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Having reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals without winning a game in 90 minutes it is probably time for Portugal fans to stop worrying about their misfiring forwards and instead give credit to the coach and defenders who have got the to the last four.

Football Briefs: Pique silences critics; Higuain scores hat-trick

Football Briefs: Pique silences critics; Higuain scores hat-trick

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

US Open PIX: Sharapova, Venus roll on; Zvarev, Kyrgios, Wozniacki out

US Open PIX: Sharapova, Venus roll on; Zvarev, Kyrgios, Wozniacki out

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

IMAGES from Day 3 of the US Open in New York on Wednesday.

Mommy-to-be Genelia D'souza, Mira Kapoor, Blake Lively's fashionable pictures

Mommy-to-be Genelia D'souza, Mira Kapoor, Blake Lively's fashionable pictures

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Take some styling tips from the mommies-to-be...

Tennis round-up: Osaka on why she split with coach Bajin

Tennis round-up: Osaka on why she split with coach Bajin

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

'Everyone thinks it was a money-related issue, but it wasn't'

It's official! Harry and Meghan are husband and wife

It's official! Harry and Meghan are husband and wife

Rediff.com19 May 2018

The royal couple chose a modern touch to their marriage ceremony.

The maharaja who gave his people museums

The maharaja who gave his people museums

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

The collector king Sayajirao Gaekwad III, who lived a century ago, put together a fantastic world of Indian and European art for his subjects.

Will these movies win an Oscar?

Will these movies win an Oscar?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Here's looking at some brilliant movies.

Sports Shorts: Europe calls for new record ratification laws

Sports Shorts: Europe calls for new record ratification laws

Rediff.com2 May 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday

World Cup 2015: Know the Ireland cricket team

World Cup 2015: Know the Ireland cricket team

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

Penpix on the Ireland team for the 2015 cricket World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

When DRDO's party in the US almost went for a toss

When DRDO's party in the US almost went for a toss

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

This visa issue had gotten so embarrassing that former Defence Secretary William Cohen, now a member of the US-India Business Council's board of directors, who was presiding along with Ambassador Nirupama Rao at the launch, had to prevail upon Secretary of State John F Kerry and get the visas okayed.

Lewis Hamilton takes third F1 title after U.S. thriller

Lewis Hamilton takes third F1 title after U.S. thriller

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Lewis Hamilton joined the elite group of triple Formula One world champions on Sunday after winning a thrilling U.S. Grand Prix that kept the crowd on tenterhooks right to the very end.

French Open PIX: Nadal marches into quarters, Kerber downs Garcia

French Open PIX: Nadal marches into quarters, Kerber downs Garcia

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

IMAGES from matches on Day 9 at the French Open at Roland Garros

Is Elon Musk's Tesla in space the moon landing of our times?

Is Elon Musk's Tesla in space the moon landing of our times?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

And what happens next?

Sujatha Singh in US, says it's up to Karzai to sign security pact

Sujatha Singh in US, says it's up to Karzai to sign security pact

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

Aziz Haniffa reports from Washignton, DC, on Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh's three-day visit to the US capital.

ISS turns 15: NASA celebrates space station's birthday

ISS turns 15: NASA celebrates space station's birthday

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

The International Space Station has completed 15 years of continuous human presence.

After Indian retaliation, US appeals for diplomats' safety

After Indian retaliation, US appeals for diplomats' safety

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

The United States has appealed to India to uphold the Vienna Convention principles and ensure the safety and security of its diplomats stationed in the country, as New Delhi took a series of steps in response to the arrest and inhuman treatment of its diplomat in New York last week.

Swansea end United unbeaten start, Southampton win

Swansea end United unbeaten start, Southampton win

Rediff.com30 Aug 2015

Swansea City came from behind to end Manchester United's unbeaten start to the Premier League season with an impressive 2-1 victory at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday.

The Top 10 Moments from the Oscars 2015

The Top 10 Moments from the Oscars 2015

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

The rather drab 87th Academy awards wasn't without its share of high points.

'What was wrong was the bland version of Indian history'

'What was wrong was the bland version of Indian history'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

'Even apart from the Bengal famine, there was a great deal more bloodshed and deceit than I was prepared for.' 'Almost every one of the acquisitions was won by extreme extortionate methods and what came out was that these relatively honest officers found themselves doing very dishonest things.'