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On this day: US tennis great Andre Agassi was born

On this day: US tennis great Andre Agassi was born

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

He went on to lift the US Open title in 1994 and, after shaving his head on the advice of his then actress girlfriend Brooke Shields, the Australian Open crown in 1995 before adding an Olympic gold at Atlanta 1996.

IN PIX: Texas wildfires blaze 1,000 homes

IN PIX: Texas wildfires blaze 1,000 homes

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

Massive wildfires have killed two persons and destroyed at least 1,000 homes in Central Texas as the United States firefighters battled some of the worst blazes in the state's history.

Aus CWG association Delhi-bound despite shootings

Aus CWG association Delhi-bound despite shootings

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

The Australian Commonwealth Games Association (ACGA) said Sunday's tourist shooting in New Delhi will not change its Commonwealth Games plans. New Zealand's Prime Minister, meanwhile, remained confident of his country's participation in next month's multi-sport event.

'India need to play key role in promoting women's Tests'

'India need to play key role in promoting women's Tests'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

Australia captain Meg Lanning says women's Test matches need to spread beyond Australia-England rivalry and believes India need to play a big role in promoting the format.

Rihanna has no plans to stop the music, and her activism

Rihanna has no plans to stop the music, and her activism

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Rihanna, who has frequently spoken out on issues such as LGBTQIA+ rights and racism, is the fourth most followed person, with 101.3 million followers, on Twitter after former US president Barack Obama and singers Justin Bieber and Katy Perry. Her tweet on India's farmers received hundreds of thousands of retweets and likes.

Pallikal clinches Dread Squash Series 2 WISPA event

Pallikal clinches Dread Squash Series 2 WISPA event

Rediff.com17 Oct 2011

India's top-ranked squash female player Dipika Pallikal faced stiff resistance from England's Sarah-Jane Perry before prevailing 11-9, 11-3, 11-7 in the final to win the WISPA Dread Series 2 tournament in Washington.

I had this dream of owning a house: Tendulkar

I had this dream of owning a house: Tendulkar

Rediff.com28 Sep 2011

Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday fulfilled his long cherished dream of living in a house of his own as he moved into a sprawling bungalow at Perry Cross Road in suburban Bandra.

Tendulkar moves into his new dream house

Tendulkar moves into his new dream house

Rediff.com28 Sep 2011

Sachin Tendulkar, on Wednesday, fulfilled his long cherished dream of living in a house of his own as he moved into a sprawling bungalow at Perry Cross Road in suburban Bandra, Mumbai.

'No Aus athlete in CWG squad tested positive'

'No Aus athlete in CWG squad tested positive'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2010

Australian Commonwealth Games Association Chief Executive Perry Crosswhite has ruled out any participant in the recently-concluded Delhi CWG being among the nine athletes, who flunked dope tests.

Aussie athlete sent back home for late-night party

Aussie athlete sent back home for late-night party

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

Australia have sent back an athlete from its Commonwealth Games contingent, ahead of the scheduled departure from Delhi, for late night partying.

Davis Cup: Murray, Djokovic win epic encounters, to face-off in quarters

Davis Cup: Murray, Djokovic win epic encounters, to face-off in quarters

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

A round-up of results from Davis Cup matches played on and Sunday

West Indies women stun Australia to win World T20 title

West Indies women stun Australia to win World T20 title

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

West Indies women outclassed Australia by eight wickets to win their maiden ICC Women's World T20 championship in Kolkata, on Sunday.

'Conditions at CWG Village acceptable now'

'Conditions at CWG Village acceptable now'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2010

In what would be music to ears of the Indian organisers, Australia's Commonwealth Games Association chief Perry Crosswhite said the condition of the Games Village is "acceptable" as of now and also confirmed arrival of their contingent for the Games.

We are committed to CWG: Aus boss Crosswhite

We are committed to CWG: Aus boss Crosswhite

Rediff.com22 Sep 2010

Australian Commonwealth Games Association chief on Wednesday expressed his country's commitment towards participating in next month's Commonwealth Games despite several athletes planning to withdraw following series of snags that has hit the mega event.

Don't ignore Russia while rushing into bear hug with US

Don't ignore Russia while rushing into bear hug with US

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

US-India defence cooperation must not adversely affect the India-Russia interface, which has its own strategic meaning and content, asserts Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

T20 Quadrangular: Indian eves lose to NZ

T20 Quadrangular: Indian eves lose to NZ

Rediff.com25 Jun 2011

A sloppy batting display saw Indian eves suffer a 25-run defeat against New Zealand in the NatWest Women's T20 Quadrangular Series in Bristol on Saturday.

Twilight leads People's Choice awards noms

Twilight leads People's Choice awards noms

Rediff.com11 Nov 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Sports Shorts: World champ Gatlin OK after hamstring scare

Sports Shorts: World champ Gatlin OK after hamstring scare

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday.

'We are on the right path, every year we are improving'

'We are on the right path, every year we are improving'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur said she has full faith in her team to do well in future even after Australia outclassed her side by 85 runs in the final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, in Melbourne, on Sunday. Unbeaten throughout the tournament, India were outplayed in all departments of the game by defending champions Australia, who clinched their fifth title.

'Ulterior motive behind criticism of CWG'

'Ulterior motive behind criticism of CWG'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

Australian Commonwealth Games Association chief executive Perry Crosswhite, who was a strong critic of India's preparedness for the CWG for a long time before changing stance, says he suspects constant criticism of the Games' organisers a part of a concerted campaign to stop or relocate the event from Delhi.

PHOTOS: Meet 100-year-old Indian who won gold at Masters Games track meet

PHOTOS: Meet 100-year-old Indian who won gold at Masters Games track meet

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

In a gripping tale of unwavering dedication and passion towards the sport, a 100-year-old Indian runner has become the talk of the town after she picked up a gold medal in the 100-metre race at the Americas Masters Games in Vancouver, Canada.

The world's sexiest lingerie fashion show is back!

The world's sexiest lingerie fashion show is back!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2010

Lingerie giant Victoria's Secret held their annual fashion show in New York last night. Popstar Katy Perry and rapper Akon performed live as supermodels like Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio and Candice Swanepoel sizzled in intimates on the runway. And don't miss the $2 million bra that was on display!

Will Smith spoke to Prince the night before his death

Will Smith spoke to Prince the night before his death

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

The actor and his wife took to social media to pay tribute to the legendary musician.

India women begin elusive trophy search with T20 WC opener against Australia

India women begin elusive trophy search with T20 WC opener against Australia

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Team India needs to ensure that the frequent middle-order collapses are not repeated in the showpiece event.

Gunman opens fire, shoots self at US varsity

Gunman opens fire, shoots self at US varsity

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

A gunman on Tuesday opened fire inside a library at the University of Texas in United States, before shooting and killing himself.

Coachella fashion: The hottest celebrity looks

Coachella fashion: The hottest celebrity looks

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

For a second we thought we were watching a fashion show!

I back myself as an all-rounder: Deepti Sharma

I back myself as an all-rounder: Deepti Sharma

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Deepti is currently placed second on the MRF Tyres ICC Women's ODI Rankings for all-rounders only after Australia's Ellyse Perry. At a young age, she has been an integral part of the Indian team, even finishing as her team's highest wicket-taker at the ICC Women's World Cup 2017, where India lost to England in the final.

World's Top 10 Hottest Women

World's Top 10 Hottest Women

Rediff.com11 May 2010

A look at the sexy ladies according to Maxim magazine.

Australia committed to 2010 Commonwealth Games

Australia committed to 2010 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com30 Dec 2009

Australia are pushing ahead with plans to compete at next year's Commonwealth Games in New Delhi despite a report England may pull out due to security concerns. The chief of Australia's Commonwealth Games team, Perry Crosswhite, said Australia are comfortable with the level of security.

'Delhi should have been better-prepared for CWG'

'Delhi should have been better-prepared for CWG'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2010

For a country of over a billion, India should have been better-placed just 45 days before the Commonwealth Games, feels Australian Commonwealth Games Association chief Perry Crosshwhite but he believes Delhi would get over the scandal-marred build-up to pull off a successful show.

'Bangalore bomb blasts no direct threat to CWG'

'Bangalore bomb blasts no direct threat to CWG'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

The low intensity bomb blasts before an IPL match in Bangalore that injured at least 15 people was not a direct threat to the Commonwealth Games (CWG) in New Delhi later this year, Australian Commonwealth Games Association chief executive Perry Crosswhite said.

Fergie, Cheryl Cole wear Falguni-Shane dresses

Fergie, Cheryl Cole wear Falguni-Shane dresses

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

After Katy Perry, more international stars have opted for the creativity of Indian designer duo Falguni and Shane -- take a look!

PIX: Nicki Minaj's curves and Jaden Smith's hair take centre stage at Met Gala

PIX: Nicki Minaj's curves and Jaden Smith's hair take centre stage at Met Gala

Rediff.com2 May 2017

Some celebrities followed the theme while some put on their elegant outfits...

Australia reassured on Delhi Games security

Australia reassured on Delhi Games security

Rediff.com21 May 2009

Australia has played down security concerns for next year's Commonwealth Games in Delhi, saying local organisers have shown they are capable of ensuring athletes' safety amid instability in the region. Indian Games organisers said on Monday they had their work cut out to convince national Commonwealth Games Associations the Games would be safe, but have pledged to provide security on a par with last year's Beijing Olympics.

Nicklaus to compete with Tiger in Memorial Game

Nicklaus to compete with Tiger in Memorial Game

Rediff.com2 Jun 2010

Jack Nicklaus will compete with Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson in a Skins Game on the eve of this week's Memorial tournament, organisers said on Tuesday.

Women's IPL games to grab maximum eyeballs

Women's IPL games to grab maximum eyeballs

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The women's T20 exhibition matches, which will be staged during the Indian Premier League, is once again likely to be slotted during the playoffs as the Board of Control for Cricket in India that remains the only window available for these games.

Australia to send largest contingent for Delhi CWG

Australia to send largest contingent for Delhi CWG

Rediff.com2 Oct 2009

Australia plans to send its largest ever contingent for the 2010 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Delhi despite security apprehensions but has left it to the athletes to take a call on their participation in the multi-discipline event.

Aussies to bring own security at CWG

Aussies to bring own security at CWG

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

Jittery about their security in India, the Australian delegation for this year's Commonwealth Games in Delhi will be accompanied by the country's Federal Police.

British Muslim MP says fine to profile passengers

British Muslim MP says fine to profile passengers

Rediff.com3 Jan 2010

Labour MP from Birmingham Perry Barr Khalid Mahmood said it had become necessary to "profile" passengers from certain racial and religious groups to weed out possible terror suspects. "I think most people would rather be profiled than blown up... It wouldn't be victimisation of an entire community," he said.

Pakistan getting US missile frigate for free?

Pakistan getting US missile frigate for free?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

A Pakistan Navy spokesman said that the transfer of USS McInerney, an Oliver Perry class frigate, is being done under the Foreign Military Funding, according to which Pakistan would 'not have to pay a single dollar for the frigate.'