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A stark warning on global warming

A stark warning on global warming

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

Global warming will dramatically cut productivity, devastate food sources and cause widespread deaths, warns a British study.

UCLA basketball players arrested in China

UCLA basketball players arrested in China

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Three UCLA men's basketball players were arrested in China for shoplifting on Tuesday, a day ahead of US President Donald Trump's first official visit there, according to several media reports.

Rana will be convicted in India, may face death: Ex-home secretary

Rana will be convicted in India, may face death: Ex-home secretary

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited to India from the US. Former home secretaries believe he will be convicted and could face the death penalty. Rana was an associate of David Coleman Headley, who played a key role in the attacks. The extradition is seen as a significant achievement for India and a message to terrorists that they will face justice. Rana's testimony is expected to provide valuable information about the planning and execution of the attacks.

One-third of CIA budget goes to ISI

One-third of CIA budget goes to ISI

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

The Los Angeles Times quoted officials as saying that the payments have triggered intense debate within the US government, because of 'long-standing suspicions that the ISI continues to help Taliban who undermine American efforts in Afghanistan and provide sanctuary to Al Qaeda members in Pakistan'.

Warne re-unites with ex, Liz Hurley!

Warne re-unites with ex, Liz Hurley!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

It was 'couple reunion time' as Liz Hurley recently went to meet her ex-fiance Shane Warne play in the Cricket All-Star Series in Los Angeles.

Kobe Bryant memorial expected to draw thousands

Kobe Bryant memorial expected to draw thousands

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Billed as a 'Celebration of Life' follows a series of remembrances, including a private family funeral earlier this month.

Seven things Harry Potter fans didn't notice

Seven things Harry Potter fans didn't notice

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

Albus Dumbledore was gay. Here's why.

Musharraf going soft on Al Qaeda: US paper

Musharraf going soft on Al Qaeda: US paper

Rediff.com24 Sep 2007

Political turmoil and a spate of attacks by Taliban are forcing Pakistan President Musharraf to scale back his government's pursuit of al Qaeda, US intelligence officials say.

Pak insurgents step up attacks

Pak insurgents step up attacks

Rediff.com13 Aug 2007

Battles rage in remote tribal areas; Pak forces feel the heat

Kobe Bryant crash: Investigators requests public's help

Kobe Bryant crash: Investigators requests public's help

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

Investigators call for civilian photos of weather in Kobe Bryant helicopter wreck

Why ICC still hopeful of featuring in 2028 Olympics

Why ICC still hopeful of featuring in 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com11 Dec 2021

Host cities were allowed to propose additional sports as part of he IOC's "Agenda 2020" reforms with an aim to help host countries' most played sports gain exposure via the Olympics.

Charlie Sheen pockets over 100 mn dollars with settlement

Charlie Sheen pockets over 100 mn dollars with settlement

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

The actor, who was fired from the hit show in March this year has been replaced by Ashton Kutcher.

Slumdog is Critics' Choice, wins 5 awards

Slumdog is Critics' Choice, wins 5 awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

Slumdog Millionaire has bagged five prestigious prizes including Best Composer award for Indian music maestro A R Rahman at Broadcast Film Critics Association's 14th annual Critics Choice Awards.

What critics are saying about Kites

What critics are saying about Kites

Rediff.com21 May 2010

Check out these reviews.

The Happening gets mixed reviews

The Happening gets mixed reviews

Rediff.com13 Jun 2008

Pounded by mostly negative reviews and the Los Angeles Times wondering if the film might set a Razzie record for the worst achievements in a year, M Night Shyamalan's thriller The Happening will have to wait for a week to sense its box office fate.

What Jay Shah told IOC boss Bach...

What Jay Shah told IOC boss Bach...

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

The duo met at the IOC's headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland and discussed about cricket's future in the Olympic programme.

Who will survive Lost?

Who will survive Lost?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

Tell us your theories about the most confusing but intriguing television series ever.

Al Qaeda shifting focus from Iraq to Afghanistan

Al Qaeda shifting focus from Iraq to Afghanistan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2006

'The shift of militants to Afghanistan this year suggests that Al Qaeda and its allies, armed with new tactics honed in Iraq, are coming full circle five years after US-led forces ousted the Taliban mullahs,' says the Los Angeles Times.

Hate your job? Here's what to do

Hate your job? Here's what to do

Rediff.com13 Sep 2006

Star Wars, the TV series!

Star Wars, the TV series!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2007

George Lucas has started work on a new live-action TV series set in the Star Wars universe.

Al Qaeda spreads tentacles, corporate style

Al Qaeda spreads tentacles, corporate style

Rediff.com17 Sep 2007

Al Qaeda has first secured its base in northwestern Pakistan, and is now expanding its network through affiliations and even corporate-style takeovers of smaller Islamic groups.

Neeraj Chopra's advice that helped Sumit Antil win gold....

Neeraj Chopra's advice that helped Sumit Antil win gold....

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Neeraj Chopra not to try anything new during competition worked wonders for Sumit Antil who heeded to the superstar javelin thrower's advice to win back-to-back gold

First Look: Kramer quits comedy

First Look: Kramer quits comedy

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

Seinfeld star comedian Michael Richards feels he has lost his sense of humour.

Freida Pinto: From jeans to Chanel!

Freida Pinto: From jeans to Chanel!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

From just another model in a city of so many aspiring to be the next Jesse Randhawa or Ujjwala Raut, in a few short months the Slumdog star has become the toast of Tinsel Town.

Poll knocks down Hillary's presidential chances

Poll knocks down Hillary's presidential chances

Rediff.com14 Dec 2006

Polls show that Hillary's contenders are stronger than her.

Pakistan's shady game

Pakistan's shady game

Rediff.com13 May 2005

Pakistan's double game could blow up in America's face, warns Bernard-Henri Levy.

Statue of Kobe, Gigi Bryant placed at crash site on anniversary

Statue of Kobe, Gigi Bryant placed at crash site on anniversary

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

A Los Angeles sculptor marked the second anniversary of Kobe and Gianna Bryant's death with an original work of art.

Water faces tough competition

Water faces tough competition

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

Deepa Mehta's film has made it big, but the Oscar win is another challenge.

More bad news for smokers

More bad news for smokers

Rediff.com27 Oct 2006

A study reveals that at least a quarter of long-term smokers will develop the incurable lung condition chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Kardashians serve as a blueprint for The Tribe's own journey, observes Shristi Sahoo.

Race for US president could cost $ 1 bn

Race for US president could cost $ 1 bn

Rediff.com5 May 2004

The money raised so far is double what was raised at a similar point in the 2000 campaign.

Ram Charan Goes BAREFOOT To The US

Ram Charan Goes BAREFOOT To The US

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Ram Charan has left for the US to join M M Keeravaani for the Oscar ceremony in Los Angeles on March 12.

Will Microsoft win the Yahoo! deal?

Will Microsoft win the Yahoo! deal?

Rediff.com3 May 2008

Software giant Microsoft, which has made a $44.6 billion unsolicited bid to take over Yahoo! Inc, has entered into serious talks with search major and the companies marked a dramatic change in tone, the Los Angeles Times has reported."Everybody -- shareholders, management alike -- is getting more reasonable. All of a sudden it seems like something is going to happen," the newspaper quoted a source as saying.

Cut Social Security, says Greenspan

Cut Social Security, says Greenspan

Rediff.com26 Feb 2004

Kerry lobbied for NRI criminal

Kerry lobbied for NRI criminal

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

Club World Cup PIX: Messi & Co. Set For PSG Showdown

Club World Cup PIX: Messi & Co. Set For PSG Showdown

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

PSG beat Seattle to reach knockout stage at Club World Cup

N-deal: Hurdles before Congressional approval

N-deal: Hurdles before Congressional approval

Rediff.com3 Apr 2006

N-deal: Hurdles before Congressional approval

Harry Potter not on NYT list

Harry Potter not on NYT list

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

New book will be on the children's list, not the best sellers.

Schwarzenegger groped, fondled women: Report

Schwarzenegger groped, fondled women: Report

Rediff.com3 Oct 2003

The Los Angeles Times quoted six women as saying that they were the target of Hollywood star's sexual advances.

Spielberg, Paramount Pictures may part ways

Spielberg, Paramount Pictures may part ways

Rediff.com21 Sep 2007

Big egos often collide in Hollywood. In this case, noted film director and producer Steven Spielberg has butted heads with the chief of Viacom which owns Paramount Pictures.