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Young American voters hold key to White House

Young American voters hold key to White House

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

More than eight million young people who voted early or absentee in the 2020 elections.

PIX: Djokovic in 10th Wimbledon semis; takes on Shapovalov

PIX: Djokovic in 10th Wimbledon semis; takes on Shapovalov

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Images from Day 9 of Wimbledon at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Wednesday.

Leeds back in big time after 16-year absence

Leeds back in big time after 16-year absence

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

Leeds United returned to the Premier League after a 16-year absence on Friday as West Bromwich Albion's loss at Huddersfield Town guaranteed them a top-two finish in the Championship. Three times English champions, Leeds were relegated from the Premier League in 2004 after hitting financial trouble and being forced to sell a host of big-name players such as Robbie Keane, Jonathan Woodgate and Lee Bowyer.

China warms up to Biden, asks him to bring ties back on track

China warms up to Biden, asks him to bring ties back on track

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying, known for fiery retorts against the US, welcomed Biden's first moves to join the Paris Climate Accord and the World Health Organisation (WHO) which was trashed by Trump as a puppet of China over its conduct to deal with the COVID-19.

UP farmer's son gets full scholarship at US university

UP farmer's son gets full scholarship at US university

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Anurag Tiwari, who belongs to Sarasan village in Lakhimpur district, said he has got selected to Cornell University where he would be pursuing higher studies in Economics.

PIX: Barcelona, Juventus win; PSG lose at home

PIX: Barcelona, Juventus win; PSG lose at home

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Lionel Messi dragged a nervous Barcelona to a 1-0 win at home to Levante in La Liga, while Cristiano Ronaldo converted two late penalties on his 100th appearance for Juventus in all competitions as the Serie A titleholders ground out a 3-1 win away to a dogged Genoa side.

Wasn't just a flu, US was attacked: Trump on COVID-19

Wasn't just a flu, US was attacked: Trump on COVID-19

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

'We built it in the last three years and then one day, they came and they said you have to close it'

Westley to make England debut in third Test vs Proteas

Westley to make England debut in third Test vs Proteas

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

Westley has enjoyed a prolific season for Essex in the CountyChampionship, scoring 478 runs, including two centuries, at an average of 53.11.

The BEST Indian city for students is...

The BEST Indian city for students is...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Bengaluru is the best student city in India, London tops global list. The other top Indian cities include Mumbai (85th rank), Delhi (113) and Chennai (115), respectively.

Future uncertain for Sharapova after early Melbourne exit

Future uncertain for Sharapova after early Melbourne exit

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Five-time Grand Slam champion Sharapova cut a forlorn figure in the post-match press conference as she was questioned about her injury problems.

Arsenal's Wenger charged with misconduct

Arsenal's Wenger charged with misconduct

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been charged with misconduct after appearing to push the fourth official during a Premier League match against Burnley, the FA said on Monday.

Hard leaders, soft names

Hard leaders, soft names

Rediff.com11 May 2010

President Goodluck Jonathan, head of the world's eighth most populous country, perhaps the most powerful man on the entire African continent? The name may be hard to believe, but it's 100 per cent true.

'South Asians voted overwhelmingly against Trump'

'South Asians voted overwhelmingly against Trump'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

'This election might be the most significant for the community and indicates the possibility of greater engagement.'

Unity is the path forward: Biden in maiden speech as US prez

Unity is the path forward: Biden in maiden speech as US prez

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Speaking shortly after taking oath as the 46th President of the United States, 78-year-old Biden also pledged to repair America's global alliances, which suffered during his predecessor Donald Trump's four-year regime.

China's spacecraft successfully brings home moon samples

China's spacecraft successfully brings home moon samples

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

China's President Xi Jinping congratulated scientists on the complete success of the Chang'e-5 mission.

The 'Black Lives Matter' photo that's breaking the internet

The 'Black Lives Matter' photo that's breaking the internet

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Image is being defined as iconic and a powerful image of the ongoing struggle between law enforcement and black Americans.

CNN journalist barred from White House after spar with Trump

CNN journalist barred from White House after spar with Trump

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

The US president called Jim Acosta a 'rude, terrible person' after he refused to give up a microphone while trying to ask a question.

Srikanth rallies to beat Lin Dan and enter quarter-finals

Srikanth rallies to beat Lin Dan and enter quarter-finals

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

Kidambi Srikanth staged a magnificent comeback to beat five-time World champion Lin Dan of China 18-21, 21-17, 21-16 and enter the men's singles quarter-finals at the Denmark Open on Thursday night. The No.6-ranked Indian ace will meet compatriot Sameer Verma on Friday.

Rankireddy-Shetty lose to top seeds in French Open final

Rankireddy-Shetty lose to top seeds in French Open final

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

The Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty's glorious run at the French Open Super 750 badminton ended tamely after they were beaten by top seeds Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo of Indonesia 18-21, 16-21 in the final, in Paris, on Sunday.

WTC Tribute Center keeps the flame alive

WTC Tribute Center keeps the flame alive

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

The Center is comprised of five distinct galleries, with each exhibit and each photograph telling the story of a life lost at Ground Zero. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions, and invited to write in the visitors' book about how 9/11 affected them, and what they hope to do to educate others. A tour through the Center gives you the impression that it is a monument both to what was lost, and what was found, that day

PIX: India crowned Under-19 World Champions

PIX: India crowned Under-19 World Champions

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

Australia looked on course for a total in the range of 250 in the 40th over before India's spinners took charge. The Jason Sangha-led side lost its last six wickets for 33 runs and was dismissed in 47.2 overs.

Honduras football riots leave four fans dead

Honduras football riots leave four fans dead

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Fans of the Olimpia and Motagua football teams, bitter local opponents, rioted outside Tegucigalpa's National Stadium after a crowd of people believed to be rival supporters intercepted and vandalized a bus transporting Motagua players, police said.

Yardy backs Trott's decision to quit Ashes tour

Yardy backs Trott's decision to quit Ashes tour

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

England cricketer Michael Yardy has backed batsman Jonathan Trott's decision to quit the Ashes tour over ''stress-related'' issues and head home, saying that by taking the tough decision Trott has taken the first step to getting himself well.

Kapil says CAC must have say in selection of support staff

Kapil says CAC must have say in selection of support staff

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

The interviews for the rest of the support staff will be held on August 19.

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court Judge

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court Judge

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Even as he was being sworn in inside the Supreme Court, scores of people protested across the street at the Capitol.

Trump meets Singapore PM Lee; hopes 'nice' outcome from summit with Kim

Trump meets Singapore PM Lee; hopes 'nice' outcome from summit with Kim

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

The US president was received by Lee at the presidential palace Istana, where they were expected to discuss everything from the summit preparations to America's tariff threats.

PHOTOS: George W Bush returns to spotlight to campaign for brother Jeb

PHOTOS: George W Bush returns to spotlight to campaign for brother Jeb

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Former United States President George W Bush campaigned for his younger brother for the first time on Monday night.

Sharapova - inspirational and a great fighter

Sharapova - inspirational and a great fighter

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Maria Sharapova's fellow players described her as inspirational and praised her fighting spirit following the Russian's announcement of her retirement from tennis at the age of 32 on Wednesday. The injury-plagued Sharapova, renowned for her never-say-die approach to the sport despite regularly being hampered by shoulder problems, won five Grand Slam titles.

UK queen's granddaughter Princess Eugenie announces wedding

UK queen's granddaughter Princess Eugenie announces wedding

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

The 27-year-old younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York -- the monarch's younger son -- and Sarah, Duchess of York, will marry her nightclub manager boyfriend later this year at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, the same venue as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding on May 19.

Kim vows complete denuclearisation at historic summit with Trump

Kim vows complete denuclearisation at historic summit with Trump

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

The summit at Sentosa -- the first between the two countries -- is a turnaround of relations between the US president, 71, and the North Korean leader, 34, after a long-running exchange of threats and insults.

Bravo Jonny! Bairstow, the hero of topsy-turvy England-NZ series

Bravo Jonny! Bairstow, the hero of topsy-turvy England-NZ series

Rediff.com21 Jun 2015

England's Jonny Bairstow steered his side to a three-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final game in Durham on Saturday.

Iran claims 80 US casualties in missile attacks

Iran claims 80 US casualties in missile attacks

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Iranian state television on Wednesday claimed that at least 80 "American terrorists" were killed after Teheran launched 15 missiles on US targets in Iraq.

'Kobe, Kobe, Kobe': All-Star Game crowd pays tribute to NBA legend

'Kobe, Kobe, Kobe': All-Star Game crowd pays tribute to NBA legend

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

A jam-packed United Center fell silent for eight seconds before Sunday's 69th NBA All-Star game as some 21,000 fans joined hands to pay their respects to the late Kobe Bryant, the global sports icon who dominated professional basketball for two decades. The silence was broken by a string of thunderous "Kobe, Kobe, Kobe," chants that rocked the stadium as they honored Bryant, who wore the No. 8 and No. 24 during his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers that was highlighted by five National Basketball Association championships.

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Haryana beat Delhi to top Group E

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Haryana beat Delhi to top Group E

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Andhra's chase was anchored by right-handed opener Hebbar, who hammered six boundaries and a six, despite losing partners at the other end.

Gatting backs Cook to lead England's Ashes 'fight-back' in Adelaide

Gatting backs Cook to lead England's Ashes 'fight-back' in Adelaide

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Former England batsman Mike Gatting has backed Alastair Cook to lead his side to a fight-back in the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.

PIX: Messi, Trincao give Barca comeback win; PSG score

PIX: Messi, Trincao give Barca comeback win; PSG score

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Images from Sunday's action in La Liga and Ligue 1.

League Cup: Villa beat Liverpool's kids to reach semis

League Cup: Villa beat Liverpool's kids to reach semis

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Liverpool fielded a starting lineup consisting mainly of reserves and youth team players with an average age of 19.4, a club record.

PIX: Priyanka mingles with Nicole Kidman, Usher

PIX: Priyanka mingles with Nicole Kidman, Usher

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

A look at the arrivals.

Trump bans Federal agencies from contracting H-1B visa holders

Trump bans Federal agencies from contracting H-1B visa holders

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Trump told reporters that his administration will not tolerate firing of hardworking Americans in pursuit of cheap foreign labour.