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'This is an unjust war'

'This is an unjust war'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2003

'To get control over world affairs Americans need to fight many wars. But American soldiers are not ready to die,' says the Iraqi ambassador.

What made the Oscars SO DIFFERENT this year

What made the Oscars SO DIFFERENT this year

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

The 91st Annual Academy Awards was anything but boring, feels Aseem Chhabra.

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Get ready to pack your bags!

Obama's INSPIRING message to the class of 2020

Obama's INSPIRING message to the class of 2020

Rediff.com18 May 2020

The former President addressed graduates virtually sharing tips on how they could make the most of their lives and careers amid the pandemic.

World Cup: Messi's last chance for national glory slips away in Kazan

World Cup: Messi's last chance for national glory slips away in Kazan

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

In the week of his 31st birthday, Messi was again a largely anonymous figure as they lost 4-3 to France in a thrilling last-16 match in Kazan.

Democrats unload on Trump; call him fraud, hypocrite

Democrats unload on Trump; call him fraud, hypocrite

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is a fraud, a liar and a hypocrite, top Democratic leaders and speakers at the party's national convention said as they lashed out at the billionaire from New York.

Trump's Russia initiative is a global game-changer

Trump's Russia initiative is a global game-changer

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

In its sheer audacity, the initiative with Russia has the potential to transform world politics in the same way as the 1972 Nixon visit to China and 'Shanghai Declaration' changed world dynamics, says Anil Athale.

Will goddess Kali appear among American Gods?

Will goddess Kali appear among American Gods?

Rediff.com16 May 2017

It remains to be seen if all the gods in the Neil Gaiman book make an appearance in the televised adaptation, but at its core the show, which is streaming in India on Amazon Prime, is more significant now than ever. After all, it is the universal story of immigrants who stayed on to call America home, says Nikita Puri.

'People didn't know me very much'

'People didn't know me very much'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Priyanka Chopra gives us Baywatch.

Former US First Lady Barbara Bush passes away

Former US First Lady Barbara Bush passes away

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

She is survived by her husband, ex-US Presdient George Herbert Walker Bush, five children -- including former President George W. Bush -- 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

When Syrian refugee Bana Alabed came to the Oscars stage

When Syrian refugee Bana Alabed came to the Oscars stage

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Bana Alabed's tweets from war-torn Syria made a world numbed by the violence care again.

Trump has not done anything to be impeached: Nikki Haley

Trump has not done anything to be impeached: Nikki Haley

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Haley, in her forthcoming memoir, has claimed that former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and former White House chief of staff John Kelly attempted to recruit her to undermine President Trump in an effort to "save the country," according to The Washington Post.

Why wasn't Sivarasan caught alive?

Why wasn't Sivarasan caught alive?

Rediff.com27 May 2021

'These are people who are anxious to die.' 'We have not seen such type of committed people anywhere.'

FA Cup to allow fourth substitute in extra-time

FA Cup to allow fourth substitute in extra-time

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Teams progressing to the latter stages of the FA Cup next season will be allowed to field a fourth substitute in extra time, the English Football Association (FA) announced on Wednesday.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

'Sushmita has that amazing aura about her'

'Sushmita has that amazing aura about her'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

'I regard her as Miss Universe, but not for the reason that most people do.' 'When she is talking to you, she makes you feel like you are the only one in this universe.'

'Nehru didn't impose secularism'

'Nehru didn't impose secularism'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

'His secularism merely declared the equality of all religions in India under fundamental rights.'

When will this climate of hate end?

When will this climate of hate end?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

'The sentiment against immigrants and particularly against Muslims is produced by the climate of hatred and bigotry we see all around us.' 'It is produced by the politics of division and spread by a reckless media around the world including unfortunately in India,' says Aakar Patel.

Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird, passes away at 89

Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird, passes away at 89

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

To Kill a Mockingbird is considered one of the great classics of 20th century American literature, and is standard reading in classrooms across the world.

Football friendlies: Hulk shines in lacklustre Brazil's win over Costa Rica

Football friendlies: Hulk shines in lacklustre Brazil's win over Costa Rica

Rediff.com6 Sep 2015

Zenit St Petersburg striker Hulk scored after nine minutes when he muscled his way past a defender and fired home from 12 metres.

'More S&P companies are going to disappear in the next decade'

'More S&P companies are going to disappear in the next decade'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

nternally, Wipro has been pushing for 'automation'. However, when it comes to profitability, the Bengaluru-based company has a long way to go. Wipro chief executive officer Abidali Neemuchwala says while the benefits are going mostly to clients, they would start reflecting in the company's bottom line.

US threatens Iran with the 'strongest sanctions in history'

US threatens Iran with the 'strongest sanctions in history'

Rediff.com21 May 2018

He said the US will apply other punitive measures if Tehran does not give up its reported goal of developing nuclear weapons.

Trump: Khashoggi likely dead, consequences would be 'very severe'

Trump: Khashoggi likely dead, consequences would be 'very severe'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

Turkish investigators have told local media and also to the US media that Khashoggi was brutally killed inside the consulate on October 2.

COVID-19: 'We should not drop our guard thinking the vaccine is coming'

COVID-19: 'We should not drop our guard thinking the vaccine is coming'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

'If we take such an approach, we may find ourselves in a tough situation.' 'COVID-19 doesn't spread through water or air or mosquito; it only spreads from person to person.' 'We should make wearing a mask as part of our life.'

Beckham glad to be back at highest level

Beckham glad to be back at highest level

Rediff.com21 Dec 2008

New AC Milan loan signing David Beckham has acknowledged that playing for Los Angeles Galaxy has affected his England career and said he is glad to be back at a top class side. Beckham, who joins the Serie A club in January on a two-month loan during the US close season, flew into Milan on Saturday and completed a medical before being presented at a packed San Siro news conference full of glitz.

PHOTOS: The GREATEST comebacks in sport

PHOTOS: The GREATEST comebacks in sport

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

A list of some of sport's greatest comebacks after Tiger Woods ended an 11-year major championship drought with victory at The Masters on Sunday.

Russia rejoices Fed Cup win over US

Russia rejoices Fed Cup win over US

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

The Russian Fed Cup team were hailed by the local media following their semi-final victory in the U.S. at the weekend, while the hosts were criticised for their choice of venue and the treatment of the visiting captain.

'Vaccine isn't a replacement for preventive measures'

'Vaccine isn't a replacement for preventive measures'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

'Prevention plus vaccination is what is going to take us into better territory by September or October.'

The Oscar for the best snub goes to...

The Oscar for the best snub goes to...

Rediff.com25 Jan 2007

Dreamgirls got the biggest snub of them all.

Best US schools: MS in computers

Best US schools: MS in computers

Rediff.com1 Aug 2006

Overseas education counsellor Karan Gupta recommends tips for those who want to study abroad.

Crespo double rescues Argentina

Crespo double rescues Argentina

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

Aimar and Tevez add to Crespo's brace to give the South Americans a 4-1 win.

US Studies: Is your paperwork in order?

US Studies: Is your paperwork in order?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

If you're leaving for US studies, you probably have tons of questions. Dr Vakil sorts out the details in an expert chat on US studies preparations.

US studies: Ready to go?

US studies: Ready to go?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Arun Vakil answers student questions regarding US studies. Part one of the transcript.

'I could only imagine Dev as David Copperfield'

'I could only imagine Dev as David Copperfield'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

'Dev for me embodied all that kind of charm, optimism, energy, vulnerability, awkwardness and yet strength.' 'He's in every scene for two hours.' 'He has to play drama, melodrama, romance, pathos, comedy.' 'It was a relief when he said yes.'

Mexico confirm Herrera as World Cup finals coach

Mexico confirm Herrera as World Cup finals coach

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Mexico have confirmed Miguel 'Piojo' Herrera will coach the national squad at the World Cup finals in Brazil next year.

Sports Shorts: Kenyan Kipchoge shatters marathon world record in Berlin

Sports Shorts: Kenyan Kipchoge shatters marathon world record in Berlin

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

US studies: 'Treat it as a life-time experience'

US studies: 'Treat it as a life-time experience'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2007

A former US student describes life in America. He talks about cost of living and communicating with professors.

Winning teams must suffer first, said Dunga

Winning teams must suffer first, said Dunga

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

Brazil coach Dunga praised his team's courage in the face of adversity after they beat Uruguay on penalties following a 2-2 draw in their Copa America semi-final.

Why Messi's Argentina comeback could be short-lived

Why Messi's Argentina comeback could be short-lived

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Lionel Messi's triumphant Argentina comeback has been tempered by a hint he may not be fit to play in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier in Venezuela. Messi, who had gone back on his decision to quit the team following their Copa America final defeat in June, scored the only goal in a 1-0 home win over Uruguay on Thursday that sent Argentina to the top of the South American group. However, the Argentina captain said he had a groin pain and had to think about his fitness at the start of a busy season for his national side and his club Barcelona.

Modi on revolving stage at Madison Square Garden

Modi on revolving stage at Madison Square Garden

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

'Since there will be US lawmakers, deans of leading universities like Harvard and Columbia and personalities from the worlds of art, culture, politics, medicine, science, technology, "We have made a request to the prime minister to say something in English." Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com reports from Washington, DC.