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The dream ticket: Will Clinton & Obama join forces

The dream ticket: Will Clinton & Obama join forces

Rediff.com10 Mar 2008

Supporters of Hillary Clinton say that Barack Obama should join Clinton in the November presidential polls and become vice president under the former first lady. Clinton's supporters say that Obama has, in the Democratic primaries, won states that are likely to be dominated by the Republicans in the presidential elections, whereas Clinton has won key states such as Ohio and Texas. Obama's supporters however, argue that Obama is the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination an

Treatment for HIV may become a reality soon

Treatment for HIV may become a reality soon

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

In their ground-breaking study, a team at Pennsylvania University made laboratory rodents HIV resistant by sabotaging a gene in blood cells that the deadly virus normally infects, the Nature Biotechnology journal reported.

Indian woman in US separated from differently-abled 5-yr-old son: Report

Indian woman in US separated from differently-abled 5-yr-old son: Report

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

"Her son is not doing well," said her attorney Alinka Robinson, as a telephonic translator relayed the proceedings to Patel in her native tongue of Gujarati, the daily said in its report from Arizona.

Hot dining spots in Obama's Washington

Hot dining spots in Obama's Washington

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

Where the new Democratic elite will meet to eat

Hillary Clinton will obliterate Iran if...

Hillary Clinton will obliterate Iran if...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2008

Clinton was asked what she would do if Iran attacked Israel with nuclear weapons in an interview on ABC's Good Morning America programme, Ynetnews reported. "I want the Iranians to know that if I'm the President, we will attack Iran," she replied, adding, "In the next 10 years, during which they might foolishly consider launching an attack on Israel, we would be able to totally obliterate them."

'Beyond a point money can be a source of worry'

'Beyond a point money can be a source of worry'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2008

On April 7 we asked readers if money can buy happiness. our readers seem to have had differing opinions on the matter. Here's what they had to say.

17 US states, tech giants sue against new visa rule

17 US states, tech giants sue against new visa rule

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The lawsuit seeks an injunction to stop the entire rule from going into effect.

Only I have the will to end Iraq war, says Clinton

Only I have the will to end Iraq war, says Clinton

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

United States presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton has launched an aggressive campaign questioning her opponent Barack Obama's credentials on ending the war in Iraq. She said that Obama only talks, but would not end the war, while Republican candidate John McCain would only continue the war. "One candidate is ready, willing and able to end the war and to rebuild our military, while honouring our soldiers and veterans," she said speaking of herself.

Sikh man confused as 'Muslim with sword' in US

Sikh man confused as 'Muslim with sword' in US

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Harpreet Singh Khalsa, 33, said he was the victim of racial profiling in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, but police stated that those who called in their concerns did the right thing.

The sunshine story from Kashmir

The sunshine story from Kashmir

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

From one of Kashmir's worst trouble spots, Adeeba Tak emerges as a story of hope.

Hershey's may send its Kisses to India

Hershey's may send its Kisses to India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Hershey's plans to raise its India presence and introduce some of its global brands, beside looking at more manufacturing facilities here.

'The best sex lasts 7 to 13 minutes'

'The best sex lasts 7 to 13 minutes'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2008

A study by American researchers suggests that beliefs about healthy sex lasting a long time are unrealistic.

Your say: Violence against Indians in US

Your say: Violence against Indians in US

Rediff.com5 Mar 2008

Do you have an opinion on the violent attacks on Indian students in the US? Tell us!

400 are shot dead in NYC a year, in Delhi just 35

400 are shot dead in NYC a year, in Delhi just 35

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Sherman observed that reducing the gun density in hot spots, particularly in violence-prone areas, will help reduce the crime graph. He also suggested that uniformed patrols be sent to the hot spots for brief visits rather than for longer patrols.

First Look: Gogol Ganguly, Professor

First Look: Gogol Ganguly, Professor

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

Kal Penn starts as a one-semester professor in the University of Pennsylvania.

The energy underworld

The energy underworld

Rediff.com17 Jun 2008

With prices soaring, the oil and gas business has become ripe for criminal behavior.

Desi from Mumbai takes on American political Goliath

Desi from Mumbai takes on American political Goliath

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

'It is never easy to run a campaign as a woman, particularly a minority woman, especially when you are bucking the establishment.' 'My entire campaign is an act of resistance.'

US: Indian music teacher faces sexual charges

US: Indian music teacher faces sexual charges

Rediff.com29 May 2008

The case of 42-year-old Shafaatullah Khan, which came up in a court in Bridgeport on Wednesday, comes close on the heels of a Hindu priest being arrested on charges of groping two children in Texas. Khan, a Pennsylvania resident who plays sitar, surbahar and tabla and teaches Indian classical music on a wide array of instruments, has been charged with multiple counts of corruption of a minor, indecent assault, and related sexual offenses, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported.

Hillary manages a narrow win in Indiana

Hillary manages a narrow win in Indiana

Rediff.com7 May 2008

US Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, who lost to Senator Barack Obama in the crucial primary held in North Carolina on Tuesday, has managed to secure a narrow win over her rival in the Indiana. The two results will step up pressure on the New York senator to reconsider her candidacy for the Democratic nomination to the white House.

Trump faces crucial test on 'Super Tuesday 2.0'

Trump faces crucial test on 'Super Tuesday 2.0'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Five states will go to the polls including Florida, Illinois, Missouri, North Carolina and Ohio as well as the Northern Mariana Islands.

Why an MBA is important

Why an MBA is important

Rediff.com17 May 2007

Karan Gupta, overseas education consultant, tells you what you need to know about doing an MBA at an international university.

Rohan meets Martina Hingis

Rohan meets Martina Hingis

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

Reader Rohan Shrivastava sent us a picture of Martina Hingis from Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh.

Indian doctor chosen for Thai award

Indian doctor chosen for Thai award

Rediff.com11 Nov 2006

The award is constituted in the memory of Prince Mahidol, the father of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand.

The spectacular photos of the month: April

The spectacular photos of the month: April

Rediff.com3 May 2018

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last month, in 14 images.

Indian scientist wins award for research on glass

Indian scientist wins award for research on glass

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

Observing the super-cold glass in the lab, he detected a weak signal with unique characteristics, indicating that some atomic movement was still occurring.

Sikh boy wins right to wear patka at soccer

Sikh boy wins right to wear patka at soccer

Rediff.com10 Jan 2007

Referees felt Harshaan Athwal's patka was a safety risk to players of the opposing team.

Can money buy you happiness? Tell us

Can money buy you happiness? Tell us

Rediff.com7 Apr 2008

Do you believe you can buy as abstract a thing as happiness? What does happiness mean to you? Are you happy when you have more money in your pocket? Or is it vice versa? Tell us.

Indian mistaken for Muslim, punched in US bar

Indian mistaken for Muslim, punched in US bar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Ankur Mehta was allegedly attacked at the Red Robin Restaurant in Pennsylvania while he was working on his tablet with earbuds in his ears when the attacker grabbed and punched him with his elbow and fist.

Deadly blizzard hits US east coast, 9 killed

Deadly blizzard hits US east coast, 9 killed

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

A life-threatening blizzard which is expected to pound a record 30 inches of snow has hit most part of the US' east coast.

India should grab N-deal: Chidambaram

India should grab N-deal: Chidambaram

Rediff.com27 Sep 2007

It would be an epic waste if India lets go off the opportunities, including the end to nuclear isolation, thrown open by the civil nuclear deal with the US, feels Finance Minister P Chidambaram.

Indian among 115 arrested in US

Indian among 115 arrested in US

Rediff.com21 Sep 2006

Babula Patel has been convicted for a sex offence and corrupting the morals of a minor.

Americans celebrate Landis's victory

Americans celebrate Landis's victory

Rediff.com24 Jul 2006

Who will win USOC honours? Serena Williams or Simone Biles

Who will win USOC honours? Serena Williams or Simone Biles

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

Serena Williams, Simone Biles and Ted Ligety were among the finalists for United States Olympic Committee (USOC) male and female athletes of year honours announced on Thursday.

Wharton is coming home, soon

Wharton is coming home, soon

Rediff.com11 Dec 2006

Rita McGlone, senior director of Wharton confirmed that Wharton is seriously considering a campus in India both to provide non-executive MBA programmes and executive MBA programmes.

Indian in US charged with conspiracy

Indian in US charged with conspiracy

Rediff.com21 Jun 2006

He was caught trying to ship to the United Arab Emirates graphite products that could be used for nuclear or military purposes.

US firm guilty of illegal defence exports to India

US firm guilty of illegal defence exports to India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2007

The pre-forms are components of military night vision equipment.

Trump mocks Clinton's illness, mimics her collapsing

Trump mocks Clinton's illness, mimics her collapsing

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

He said Clinton takes 'all those days off' and then 'she can't even make it to her car'.

Tiger registers for US Open but return date still unknown

Tiger registers for US Open but return date still unknown

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Tiger Woods has registered to play in June's US Open at Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania but has not set a timetable for his return to the PGA Tour.

The more you work, the less you sleep

The more you work, the less you sleep

Rediff.com3 Sep 2007

The researchers also noted that short sleepers also spent more time socialising, studying and doing housework, reports the BBC.