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Day 5: What to expect at US Open...

Day 5: What to expect at US Open...

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Rafael Nadal, with his troublesome left wrist improving every day, will be eyeing more progress at the US Open on Friday when he bids for a place in the last 16.

Meet Halima. Muslim. Model. Destroyer of Stereotypes

Meet Halima. Muslim. Model. Destroyer of Stereotypes

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

Don't miss the hottest buzz in the world of fashion and entertainment.

Time Person of the Year: Meet the #MeToo 'Silence Breakers'

Time Person of the Year: Meet the #MeToo 'Silence Breakers'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

They gave voices to sexual assault & harassment survivors across the world.

The most moving images from 'Black Lives Matter' protests

The most moving images from 'Black Lives Matter' protests

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The death of George Floyd -- a 46-year-old Black man -- on May 25 in Minneapolis, United States as he was being detained by four police officers sparked fury across the United States, but has also proven to be the catalyst for anti-racism movements around the world. The killing has spurred millions of people into taking action, with protesters filling the streets and taking to social media. Agora, a photography app company that compiles photographs submitted by its users -- both amateur and professional -- and that runs photography awards to showcase the best submissions has released a series of images taken during the Black Lives Matter movement as part of the company's own #StopRacism campaign.

'Don't condemn the institution of dowry'

'Don't condemn the institution of dowry'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2003

'It has only become a pathology because of gender relations,' argues historian Veena Talwar Oldenburg in a startling new thesis.

Voting begins in crucial midterm polls in US

Voting begins in crucial midterm polls in US

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

According to political pundits, the Democrats have a good chance of winning the House, while the Republicans are likely to retain the Senate.

How Congress can redefine party politics

How Congress can redefine party politics

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

'There is no meritocracy or at least there is none that is visible and transparent.' 'The Congress has two opportunities to change this,' says Aakar Patel.

Welcome to the home of strange! 10 odd photos from across the world

Welcome to the home of strange! 10 odd photos from across the world

Rediff.com7 May 2015

These photos prove we live in an odd, odd world!

3 Idiots smashes box office records overseas

3 Idiots smashes box office records overseas

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

The Aamir Khan-starrer has grossed $21 million in four days across the globe.

Girls, hold your breath!

Girls, hold your breath!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

The hottest buzz from the world of fashion and entertainment.

'India not the only victim of terror'

'India not the only victim of terror'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2008

"By calling it India's 9/11 and taking military action against Pakistan we will follow the path that the United States took post 9/11. Racial profiling and loss of innocent lives as a result of 'war on terror' is not the solution to the problem that India has at hand," said Oza Rupal, Women's Studies professor at Hunter College in New York City.

Why Indians are immigrating illegally

Why Indians are immigrating illegally

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

Driven by hardship, adventurous souls mortgage their homesteads in Punjab or Haryana, pawn the family jewellery and borrow heavily to satisfy the greed of the criminal traffickers who organise their trips, points out Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Indian-American professionals contribute $31,000

Indian-American professionals contribute $31,000

Rediff.com8 Jul 2008

The Young Professional Committee of the Share and Care Foundation, a New Jersey-based social service agency, raised $31,000 at its second annual charity gala at the Manhattan Penthouse in New York City.

PHOTOS: Serena sees off Witthoeft to set up Venus clash

PHOTOS: Serena sees off Witthoeft to set up Venus clash

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Serena Williams overpowered German Carina Witthoeft 6-2, 6-2 to set up a third-round clash with big sister Venus at the US Open on Wednesday.

Being ethical, that's what looks so stunning

Being ethical, that's what looks so stunning

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

Many Indian designers are embracing sustainable fashion practices and the results are gorgeous.

Why I may seem 'aloof' or 'unemotional': Hillary Clinton opens up

Why I may seem 'aloof' or 'unemotional': Hillary Clinton opens up

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

Clinton said in the blog post that she takes responsibility for creating the perception of being walled off but she is not cold or unemotional.

Squash: Ghosal, Joshna clinch titles with ease

Squash: Ghosal, Joshna clinch titles with ease

Rediff.com21 Dec 2013

India's highest ranked squash player and World No 15 Saurav Ghosal and women's No 1 seed Joshna Chinappa toyed with their respective rivals to defend their titles successfully in the 38th Bombay Gymkhana-HSBC Maharashtra State Open Senior Squash Championship in Mumbai on Saturday.

#HeToo? Marvel creator Stan Lee accused of sexual harassment

#HeToo? Marvel creator Stan Lee accused of sexual harassment

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The comic book legend has been hit with allegations of groping and more by multiple women.

'Will suspend immigration from nations with terror history'

'Will suspend immigration from nations with terror history'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

"We cannot continue to allow thousands upon thousands of people to pour into our country, many of whom have the same thought process as this savage killer."

Anita Dongre to close Lakme Fashion Week

Anita Dongre to close Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

The latest news and gossip from the fashion and entertainment industry.

Trump says groping allegations are part of conspiracy to help Clinton

Trump says groping allegations are part of conspiracy to help Clinton

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

The 70-year-old reality TV star and the Republican presidential nominee rejected claims by women against him of sexual abuse as "preposterous and ludicrous" allegations that "defy truth, common sense and logic".

'It was impressive. I did not expect this from Rahul Gandhi'

'It was impressive. I did not expect this from Rahul Gandhi'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Rahul would know that fealty can be a fickle thing, and that if the Congress bucks the trend and actually wins the next national election, selfies with him would find their way from phones to walls, replacing those taken with Modi.

Model, actor, archery champ...

Model, actor, archery champ...

Rediff.com27 Aug 2016

... Lin Laishram from Manipur, in a candid chat, springs many surprises

Trump questions Hillary Clinton's religious faith

Trump questions Hillary Clinton's religious faith

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

"We don't know anything about Hillary in terms of religion," Trump told a group of evangelical leaders, adding, "she's been in the public eye for years and years, and yet there's no -- there's nothing out there."

Usain Bolts to 100m record

Usain Bolts to 100m record

Rediff.com2 Jun 2008

Jamaica's Usain Bolt streaked home in a time of 9.72 seconds to set a new 100m record.

Extras: 'Don't stop games over homophobic chants'

Extras: 'Don't stop games over homophobic chants'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Obama leads McCain, says NYT poll

Obama leads McCain, says NYT poll

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

The poll by the New York Times/CBS News reveals that Obama have support of 48 per cent of registered voters, compared with 43 per cent for McCain, a difference within the poll's margin of sampling error.

Nurse famous for iconic World War II kiss photo dies at 92

Nurse famous for iconic World War II kiss photo dies at 92

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Friedman had said she was grabbed and kissed by a sailor in a euphoric moment that made for one of the most defining American photos of the 20th century.

PICS: Super Serena makes second straight US Open final

PICS: Super Serena makes second straight US Open final

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Overpowers Svitolina to reach second straight US Open final

Dalai Lama wins Guru Nanak interfaith prize

Dalai Lama wins Guru Nanak interfaith prize

Rediff.com29 Mar 2008

The Dalai Lama has won the first Guru Nanak Interfaith Prize given out by Hofstra University in New York. The $50,000 prize honours men and women striving for interfaith dialogue. The Dalai Lama, winner of the Nobel Prize for peace, has spoken across America on several occasions in recent years and could visit the Hofstra campus in the near future.

US Open champion Pennetta says 'goodbye to tennis' moments after win

US Open champion Pennetta says 'goodbye to tennis' moments after win

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

'I was trying to play every match like it was my last one. Trying to play best all the time' 'For me it is easy to practise and stay in this life but sometimes it is hard to compete'

US Open PIX: Federer, Djokovic advance; Wozniacki crashes out

US Open PIX: Federer, Djokovic advance; Wozniacki crashes out

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Images from Day 4 of the US Open in New York on Thursday.

Have you heard of 'Ahimsa silk'?

Have you heard of 'Ahimsa silk'?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Silk can be eco-friendly too! Read on...

Sports Shorts: Kasatkina upsets Muguruza, sets up Dubai final with Svitolina

Sports Shorts: Kasatkina upsets Muguruza, sets up Dubai final with Svitolina

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday.

London Fashion Week just had its first ever plus-sized fashion show!

London Fashion Week just had its first ever plus-sized fashion show!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Evans just became the first plus-sized brand to showcase at London Fashion Week ever. And it was great!

Yuvraj, Negi present as World T20 trophy makes its way to Delhi

Yuvraj, Negi present as World T20 trophy makes its way to Delhi

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Yuvraj Singh was the cynosure of all eyes when the ICC World T20 Trophy reached the capital as part of the tournament's host city tour.

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