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Stoinis inspired by Dhoni's longevity

Stoinis inspired by Dhoni's longevity

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Marcus Stoinis says a ready reckoner in how to have a long T20 career has already been created by 40-plus stalwarts like Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Faf du Plessis.

NBA roundup: Lakers rally past Pistons after LeBron ejected

NBA roundup: Lakers rally past Pistons after LeBron ejected

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook led the Lakers from 17 points down in the second half. Davis had 30 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, while Westbrook supplied 26 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds. Carmelo Anthony added 18 points.

Arabs say Israel isn't for Jews alone

Arabs say Israel isn't for Jews alone

Rediff.com22 Feb 2007

Leaders believe Israel's Arab citizens need to have more say in how they are governed.

Al Qaeda informant was ignored

Al Qaeda informant was ignored

Rediff.com7 Jun 2004

A man who had lunch with Osama and offered to spy on him was ignored by intelligence agencies in 2000.

COVID cases on player flights leave Australian Open buildup in disarray

COVID cases on player flights leave Australian Open buildup in disarray

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

The positive cases were recorded after the charter flight from Los Angeles landed in Melbourne for the tennis Grand Slam, according to online posts from players.

US soldiers saw munitions in Iraq being looted

US soldiers saw munitions in Iraq being looted

Rediff.com5 Nov 2004

About a dozen US troops were guarding the sprawling facility when Iraqi looters raided the site.

No rest for Manu Bhaker as she sets sights on 2028 Olympics

No rest for Manu Bhaker as she sets sights on 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Paris Olympics double medallist pistol shooter Manu Bhaker on Wednesday said that she has already set her sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Games

Finally, an end to Lost

Finally, an end to Lost

Rediff.com26 May 2008

After holding us captive with it's never-ending flashback and umpteenth characters, ABC's island saga will finally wrap up in a two-hour season finale on May 29.

Montgomery may have taken drug cocktail

Montgomery may have taken drug cocktail

Rediff.com23 Jun 2004

Anti-doping officials believe world 100 metres record holder could have taken a cocktail of drugs including human growth hormone and EPO.

Reagan's funeral expensive affair for US

Reagan's funeral expensive affair for US

Rediff.com11 Jun 2004

While the cost of the entire security framework for the former president's funeral is several million dollars, the Friday holiday for government departments will result in a loss of at least $423 million.

Jones wants samples tested

Jones wants samples tested

Rediff.com22 May 2004

The American sprinter wants any samples obtained from the BALCO investigation to be tested for DNA first to ensure they belong to her.

Pictures of dead US soldiers provoke outrage

Pictures of dead US soldiers provoke outrage

Rediff.com23 Apr 2004

The Los Angeles Times reports that a website has published previously censored pictures showing coffins containing the bodies of soldiers killed in action in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Paula Abdul's new single

Paula Abdul's new single

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

Paula Abdul shares her thoughts the show, her single with Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell's surprising affection for dogs.

Meet Jane Austen

Meet Jane Austen

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Anne Hathway plays the British author in her new film.

Getting Infatuated With Tamannaah

Getting Infatuated With Tamannaah

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Saiyami gets sporty... Pooja goes trekking... Madhur meets Priyanka...

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Shahana Goswami's Santosh has been shortlisted for the best foreign film Oscars.

500 beer bottles make Gerrard an instant hit at LA Galaxy

500 beer bottles make Gerrard an instant hit at LA Galaxy

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Steven Gerrard became an instant hit with LA Galaxy fans before he even kicked a ball.

Ocean's Twelve sweeps box-office

Ocean's Twelve sweeps box-office

Rediff.com13 Dec 2004

Desi stand-up comedian Rajiv Satyal conquers new lands

Desi stand-up comedian Rajiv Satyal conquers new lands

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

The comedian presents a solo show, about being solo in Los Angeles for the first time. He discusses dating, the challenges of his profession and why Indian Americans are the most privileged with P Rajendran.

Most Addictive TV Series of All Time

Most Addictive TV Series of All Time

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

24 tops the list. Click here to see the other shows that made the list.

New firm for The Practice cast

New firm for The Practice cast

Rediff.com11 Mar 2004

Iraq, Afghanistan draining CIA dry: Report

Iraq, Afghanistan draining CIA dry: Report

Rediff.com20 Feb 2004

Recently the agency had to sack its top officer in Baghdad amid questions about his ability to lead the gargantuan station there.

Kohli, Tendulkar pay tribute to 'magician' Kobe Bryant

Kohli, Tendulkar pay tribute to 'magician' Kobe Bryant

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

India captain Virat Kohli condoled the demise of American basketball legend Kobe Bryant and said he was 'absolutely devastated to hear the news'. Bryant, one of the NBA's all-time greatest players, was killed at age 41 on Sunday in a helicopter crash near Los Angeles along with his 13-year-old daughter and seven others on board.

No evidence of U.S. doping cover-up: report

No evidence of U.S. doping cover-up: report

Rediff.com25 Sep 2003

The USOC has indicated that in all but one of the cases the athlete 'already served a suspension' or was disciplined.

Beckham's United career may be over

Beckham's United career may be over

Rediff.com10 Jun 2003

'I've never said I'd never move away from Manchester, and I've never said I'd end my career there,' he said.

Lakers to pay tribute to Kobe at Friday's game

Lakers to pay tribute to Kobe at Friday's game

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The Los Angeles Lakers will pay tribute to Kobe Bryant on Friday when the team plays its first game since the NBA great died, although details of what that will entail remain unclear. Bryant perished along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others when the helicopter they were travelling in crashed in foggy weather on a hillside northwest of Los Angeles on Sunday.

India's golden era in women's hockey is just beginning

India's golden era in women's hockey is just beginning

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Rani Rampal believes the Asian Champions Trophy title was an important feat for the Indian women's hockey team as it kick started its preparation for the Los Angeles Olympics

Cricket excluded from provisional list of '28 LA Games

Cricket excluded from provisional list of '28 LA Games

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Boxing and weightlifting federations were given 18 months time to set their house in order to be considered for the 2028 Games.

Britney Spears to get hitched for the third time

Britney Spears to get hitched for the third time

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

Get your lowdown on the world of Hollywood, right here!

TOPS shake-up: Neeraj Chopra retained but big names axed

TOPS shake-up: Neeraj Chopra retained but big names axed

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra is among only three track and field athletes retained in the sports ministry's revamped TOPS core group.

'I'm The Surprise Package Of Housefull 5'

'I'm The Surprise Package Of Housefull 5'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'The Zomato delivery guy wants to click a picture with you.' 'My car has gone for servicing so I ended up going in rickshaws and they recognise me from ads.' 'When I'm walking my dog, people stop by and say, "Oh, we loved you in Bigg Boss.' 'I was shooting for Housefull in a village and there, people were coming over and clicking pictures with me.'

IOC powerless to act against Young

IOC powerless to act against Young

Rediff.com24 Sep 2003

The world 400m champion was alleged to have failed a test for the steroid nandrolone before the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

Ramraj narrowly misses out on breaking PT Usha's 39-year-old record

Ramraj narrowly misses out on breaking PT Usha's 39-year-old record

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Tamil Nadu's Asian Games-bound R Vithya Ramraj came agonisingly close to breaking the legendary PT Usha's 39-year-old women's 400m hurdles record.

World Boxing chief's clarion call to save Olympic dream

World Boxing chief's clarion call to save Olympic dream

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The Asian Boxing Confederation last month decided to stay with the IBA.

Ex-NBA star found unresponsive at brothel

Ex-NBA star found unresponsive at brothel

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Former NBA star Lamar Odom was hospitalized on Tuesday after he was found unresponsive at a Nevada brothel, law enforcement officials said.

It's 30 Years of Pulp Fiction!

It's 30 Years of Pulp Fiction!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

The cult film celebrated his landmark on April 18 with a special screening in Los Angeles.

Pregnant Marion Jones to miss world meet

Pregnant Marion Jones to miss world meet

Rediff.com10 Apr 2003

The 27-year-old American said she and her partner Tim Montgomery are expecting a baby in July.

'Didn't want to compete against Liverpool, says LA Galaxy's new signing Gerrard

'Didn't want to compete against Liverpool, says LA Galaxy's new signing Gerrard

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

'I love Liverpool Football Club and I always will do... but I didn't want to become a squad player or a sub at the club I love' - 'If there's anyone out there that thinks I'm coming here for a holiday and a last pay cheque, they'll be proved wrong very soon'

Olympics: Nerves not expectations get the better of Manu in final

Olympics: Nerves not expectations get the better of Manu in final

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

'Honestly, I've been off the social media and I have not been checking my phone, so I don't know what's going on. But I just know that I was trying my best and I was trying to deliver a good performance.'