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Mike Rodgers banned nine months for doping

Mike Rodgers banned nine months for doping

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

U.S. sprinter Mike Rodgers has accepted a nine-month ban for a failed drug test but will still be able to compete in the London Olympics if he qualifies, the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) said on Thursday.

Balancing green concerns with soaring energy demand

Balancing green concerns with soaring energy demand

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Rising energy demand could tilt India's energy basket towards fossil fuels from coal to oil, natural gas.

Trump likely to pick Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate

Trump likely to pick Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is likely to pick Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate, media reports said on Thursday.

Why RCB failed to retain Yuzi Chahal

Why RCB failed to retain Yuzi Chahal

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Hesson said Chahal's name came pretty late in the auction and by that time, the franchise had already bought ace Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga.

PIX: Biles makes stunning return to Olympics!

PIX: Biles makes stunning return to Olympics!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Biles, the world's most decorated gymnast, returned for her third Olympics after she abruptly pulled out from the team final at the Tokyo Games suffering from the "twisties", a term used to describe the temporary loss of spatial awareness while performing high-difficulty elements.

She Came, She Saw, She Conquered!

She Came, She Saw, She Conquered!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

'The consensus was that the debate was between looking backward and looking forward.' 'Trump, with his great enamourment of his own 'achievements,' was obviously looking backward, while Harris, nearly 20 years his junior, was focussing on the future, with hope,' notes Shreekant Sambrani.

US Open PIX: Gauff, Sabalenka cruise; Zheng stretched

US Open PIX: Gauff, Sabalenka cruise; Zheng stretched

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open women's singles second round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Wednesday.

Mike Hussey keen to play in World Cup, says David

Mike Hussey keen to play in World Cup, says David

Rediff.com3 Mar 2011

Michael Hussey is "desperate" to return to the World Cup squad and has already started playing in the domestic circuit, his brother and Australian batsman David Hussey said on Thursday.

At 52...Daddy Mike Powell going to the Olympics?

At 52...Daddy Mike Powell going to the Olympics?

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Confident of beating the best of today even at 52, world record-holding long jumper Mike Powell has announced that he would try to qualify for this year's Olympic Games.

Sunny Makes Cannes Look HOT!

Sunny Makes Cannes Look HOT!

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Mouni Roy wasn't the only Indian stealing hearts at the premiere of the Italian film Rapito at Cannes.

Why IPL is not real prep for T20 World Cup

Why IPL is not real prep for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's gonna be completely different there. Add the natural elements as well...'

'Mike Hussey's omission from WC squad staggering'

'Mike Hussey's omission from WC squad staggering'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2011

Mike Hussey's omission from Australia's World Cup squad was 'staggering' and team selectors ignored precedent by failing to give him a chance to recover from injury, according to former Australia captain Steve Waugh. The 35-year-old Hussey was initially selected for the Feb 19 - April 2 tournament on the subcontinent despite rupturing a hamstring last month, but was later replaced in the 15-man squad by Callum Ferguson.

Mike Tyson to debut in Bollywood

Mike Tyson to debut in Bollywood

Rediff.com12 Apr 2007

The box will be in Fool n Final.

Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Kamala Harris

Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Kamala Harris

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Embattled US President Joe Biden on Sunday announced that he will end his candidacy for re-election in 2024 and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's new nominee, saying "it is in the best interest of my party and the country".

3 Indian women killed in horrific accident in US

3 Indian women killed in horrific accident in US

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

The women were travelling in the SUV speeding in the northbound lanes of Interstate 85, Chief Deputy Coroner Mike Ellis from the Greenville County Coroner's Office said.

I love mentoring Indian players during IPL: Mike Hussey

I love mentoring Indian players during IPL: Mike Hussey

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

He is one among the few top overseas players to have regularly featured in the cash-rich Indian Premier League and Michael Hussey believes that his bond with it has got stronger over the years having played the role of a "mentor" to young Indian players.

Donald Trump formally introduces Mike Pence as running mate on GOP ticket

Donald Trump formally introduces Mike Pence as running mate on GOP ticket

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

Trump said his Democratic rival Clinton would pay the price of her email scandal in the November general elections.

Mrunal Mesmerises Cannes In White

Mrunal Mesmerises Cannes In White

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Mrunal chose a structured white cutout gown, with ruffled frills and a long train.

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Asked about the challenges of an interfaith marriage, she said, 'There are a lot of things that we just agree on, I think, especially when it comes to family life, how to raise our kids. And so I think the answer really is, we just talk a lot.'

Jolt to Trudeau as Liberals lose stronghold in key Canadian by-poll

Jolt to Trudeau as Liberals lose stronghold in key Canadian by-poll

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

In a nail-biting finish, Conservative candidate Don Stewart won the Liberal stronghold of Toronto-St. Paul's by defeating Liberal Party's Leslie Church by 590 votes.

Again! Jaya Bachchan vs Dhankar in RS

Again! Jaya Bachchan vs Dhankar in RS

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The trouble started when the SP member wanted to make a point on an ongoing heated discussion between Opposition parties and the Chairman in the Rajya Sabha over certain remarks made by BJP MP Ghanshyam Tiwari on Kharge a few days ago.

Trump plans to attend Republican convention on Monday

Trump plans to attend Republican convention on Monday

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

The convention is set to begin on Monday and Trump is scheduled to formally accept his party's nomination and deliver remarks on Thursday night, The Hill reported.

'No Nation Will Question Our Power'

'No Nation Will Question Our Power'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'No enemy will doubt our might.'

I'm destitute and broke: Mike Tyson

I'm destitute and broke: Mike Tyson

Rediff.com9 May 2010

Former boxing champion Mike Tyson says he is "totally broke" after years of excessive spending but still leads a happy life.

China wants different American President: Mike Pence

China wants different American President: Mike Pence

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Pence accused the Chinese government of orchestrating an aggressive military, economic and political campaign to expand its influence inside the US and across the world.

Mike Tyson arrested after LA airport scuffle

Mike Tyson arrested after LA airport scuffle

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson was arrested on Wednesday after brawling with a celebrity photographer at Los Angeles International Airport and injuring the man's head, police said. The photographer, who was not immediately identified, also was arrested. He suffered a cut to his forehead and was taken to a hospital. It is not known if Tyson was hurt.

Mike Tyson avoids charges in airport fracas

Mike Tyson avoids charges in airport fracas

Rediff.com1 Jan 2010

Prosecutors said on Thursday they did not have enough evidence to charge boxer Mike Tyson over an altercation with a paparazzi photographer at Los Angeles airport in November. The photographer, who went to the hospital that day with a cut to his forehead, will also not be charged.

New Zealand bans former boxing champ Mike Tyson

New Zealand bans former boxing champ Mike Tyson

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

New Zealand revoked an entry visa for former heavyweight boxing champion and convicted rapist Mike Tyson on Wednesday after a charity going to benefit from his visit dropped its support.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: India to play 5 Tests in Australia

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: India to play 5 Tests in Australia

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Australia and India will compete in a five-Test series For the first time since 1991-92.

England should rest Anderson, Wood: Cook

England should rest Anderson, Wood: Cook

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Former England captain and sports broadcaster Mike Atherton seconded Cook's thoughts.

US House passes bill to ban Chinese app TikTok

US House passes bill to ban Chinese app TikTok

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Passed by the House by 352 to 65 votes, the bill now heads to the US Senate for it to be sent to the White House for the President to sign it into law.

Cillian Murphy Dedicates His Oscar To...

Cillian Murphy Dedicates His Oscar To...

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Accepting his Best Actor Oscar for the biopic Oppenheimer, Irish actor Cillian Murphy gave a shout-out to his homeland, saying, 'I'm a very proud Irishman standing here tonight.'

Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy endorse Donald Trump

Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy endorse Donald Trump

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Indian-American Republican leader Nikky Haley has endorsed her former boss Donald Trump as the party's candidate for the presidential election, delivering the message of unity after their bitter rivalry during the presidential primary.

Modi Meets Uma Thurman's Dad

Modi Meets Uma Thurman's Dad

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi had a typically hectic schedule soon after his arrival in the United States as he met with thinkers, businessmen and members of the Indian diaspora in New York City.

Will in form Dhoni carry on for two more years?

Will in form Dhoni carry on for two more years?

Rediff.com16 May 2024

The Australian was Dhoni wanted to to stick around in the transition phase as Gaikwad was handed the captaincy.

To perform like that was really encouraging: Fleming

To perform like that was really encouraging: Fleming

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Ahead of the fixture against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Tuesday, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming praised Rachin Ravindra for a "performance that was really encouraging" on debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 opener against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

'Rinku is special, Jaiswal is a cricket nut'

'Rinku is special, Jaiswal is a cricket nut'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

'Another one of those for me is Ruturaj Gaikwad. He is an all-format player and should have played for India a lot more than he has but the competition is so much that he hasn't played much. '

Stopped from speaking, Mamata storms out of Niti Aayog meet

Stopped from speaking, Mamata storms out of Niti Aayog meet

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Banerjee said her microphone was stopped after five minutes, while other chief ministers were allowed to speak for longer durations.

What Happens If Biden Drops Out?

What Happens If Biden Drops Out?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The Democrats have elected a set of state representatives who will act as an electoral panel. These representatives will have to pick someone else. This could be Vice President Kamala Harris, who is widely seen as a top contender, but is not popular, points out Aakar Patel.