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What Does It Cost To Live Per Day?

What Does It Cost To Live Per Day?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

What does it cost per day for a single person to live in different countries? Here is sampling of expenses.

Misfiring Ronaldo left frustrated as Neves rescues Portugal

Misfiring Ronaldo left frustrated as Neves rescues Portugal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

It was a tough night for Ronaldo in his 50th World Cup qualifier as he struck the base of the post in the 17th minute with a left-footed snapshot from just inside the penalty box, with the rebound falling perfectly for Bernardo Silva who inexplicably scuffed his effort wide.

Germany, Netherlands on brink of World Cup qualification

Germany, Netherlands on brink of World Cup qualification

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the FIFA World Cup 2026 UEFA Qualifiers.

Portugal qualify for World Cup; England, France win

Portugal qualify for World Cup; England, France win

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Portugal qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Sunday with a 9-1 hammering of Armenia that included hat-tricks from both Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves.

Junior archers bag bronze at World Youth C'ships

Junior archers bag bronze at World Youth C'ships

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The World Archery Youth Championships 2025 is the 19th edition of the biennial meet that has been held since 1991. A total of 570 top youth archers from 63 countries around the world are vying for medals in Winnipeg, as per Olympics.com.

Know English Before Migrating to the UK

Know English Before Migrating to the UK

Rediff.com26 May 2025

According to the 2021 England and Wales Census data, of the 915,855 citizens born in India, 49 per cent (444,500) said English was their main language, followed by 41 per cent (373,583) who said another language was their main language but that they spoke English very well or well.

'Miss World Is Like Telugu Cinema': Nandini Gupta

'Miss World Is Like Telugu Cinema': Nandini Gupta

Rediff.com29 May 2025

A quick conversation with Miss India World Nandini Gupta, who has entered the quarterfinal of the 72nd Miss World competition.

Keane hat-trick gives Ireland 5-0 win

Keane hat-trick gives Ireland 5-0 win

Rediff.com16 Nov 2006

The victory after four qualifiers moved Ireland on to four points but they are still struggling in fifth place.

'Nothing Wrong If We Rewrite The Constitution'

'Nothing Wrong If We Rewrite The Constitution'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'The time has come to have a relook at the Constitution as every document has a shelf life.'

PIX: Kane fires brace to mark 100th England cap

PIX: Kane fires brace to mark 100th England cap

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Nations Cup action in photos!

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

Laapataa Ladies Out Of Oscars Race

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Shahana Goswami's Santosh has been shortlisted for the best foreign film Oscars.

Nations League PIX: England, Germany impress

Nations League PIX: England, Germany impress

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Images from Saturday's action in the Nations League group stage matches.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

The medal tally at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The medals tally at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

Ronaldo claims world record with late late show against Ireland

Ronaldo claims world record with late late show against Ireland

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo broke the all-time international goalscoring record on Wednesday in a stunning late show for his side, with his 110th and 111th Portugal goals taking him past Iranian great Ali Daei's mark.

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

A look at how India's athletes fared on Day 4, Tuesday, July 30, 2024:

Ireland star Keane to hang up international boots

Ireland star Keane to hang up international boots

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

Ireland's most prolific goal-scorer Robbie Keane announced his retirement on Wednesday after an 18-year career in which he scored 67 goals for his country to put him 15th on the list of all-time international marksmen.

Ireland keeper Given hangs gloves on international career

Ireland keeper Given hangs gloves on international career

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Goalkeeper Shay Given has decided to retire from international football at the age of 40 after representing Ireland for more than two decades.

Ronaldo aims for Euro glory in potential farewell

Ronaldo aims for Euro glory in potential farewell

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Ronaldo faces Schick in battle of top marksmen from last Euros

Friendlies: England record first win over Ireland since 1985

Friendlies: England record first win over Ireland since 1985

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

England created numerous chances but Calvert-Lewin's penalty was the only addition to the score as the hosts impressed ahead of Nations League clashes against Belgium and Iceland.

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'When my father travelled 5,000 miles to build a new home in Ireland, I doubt he ever dreamed that his son would one day grow up to become its leader.' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com profiles Dr Leo Varadkar who will step down as Ireland's taoiseach (prime minister) next week.

Ireland friendlies against Brazil, Czechs

Ireland friendlies against Brazil, Czechs

Rediff.com13 Jan 2004

The Irish are preparing for the European qualifying tournament for the 2006 World Cup finals.

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Friday.

Euro: Lukaku scores twice as Belgium batter Ireland

Euro: Lukaku scores twice as Belgium batter Ireland

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Belgium rediscovered their most blistering form to batter group E rivals Ireland 3-0 thanks to a brace from Romelu Lukaku and an Axel Witsel header on Saturday.

Euro: Clark own goal hands Sweden lucky draw vs Ireland

Euro: Clark own goal hands Sweden lucky draw vs Ireland

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

A Ciaran Clark own goal earned Sweden a fortunate 1-1 draw against a spirited Ireland side in their Euro 2016 Group E opener at the Stade de France on Monday.

Euro: Ireland make history, enter last 16 after late Brady goal

Euro: Ireland make history, enter last 16 after late Brady goal

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Ireland reached the knockout phase at a European Championship for the firs time when Robbie Brady's late goal earned them a 1-0 victory against Group E winners Italy on Wednesday.

Euro: Slovakia, Hungary and Northern Ireland slip into last 16

Euro: Slovakia, Hungary and Northern Ireland slip into last 16

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Slovakia, Hungary and Northern Ireland were all assured of qualifying for the last 16 at Euro 2016 on Tuesday despite not playing, or in Northern Ireland's case, losing.

Euro 2016: Ireland coach complains about preparation time after defeat

Euro 2016: Ireland coach complains about preparation time after defeat

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Ireland manager Martin O'Neill complained that France had far more time to prepare for Sunday's second-round 2-1 defeat of the Irish than his squad. The hosts, who battled back from a goal behind, had a week's rest after a goalless draw with Switzerland in their final group match, while the Irish had three days less to recover after their defeat of Italy.

Euro 2016: Griezmann leads France back from deficit to beat Ireland

Euro 2016: Griezmann leads France back from deficit to beat Ireland

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Hosts France came from behind to beat 10-man Ireland 2-1 and reach the Euro 2016 quarter-finals after two second-half strikes from forward Antoine Griezmann at Parc OL on Sunday. A tactical switch from coach Didier Deschamps at the break revitalised the French, who struggled to find their feet early on after conceding a Robbie Brady penalty in the second minute, the fastest goal in the 2016 tournament.

Euro Qualifiers: Ireland stun Germany; Portugal seal spot

Euro Qualifiers: Ireland stun Germany; Portugal seal spot

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

Ireland stunned world champions Germany 1-0 thanks to Shane Long's 70th-minute strike on Thursday to throw Euro 2016 qualifying Group D game.

Euro 2016 qualifiers: Ireland secure berth after Walters brace

Euro 2016 qualifiers: Ireland secure berth after Walters brace

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Ireland beat Bosnia 2-0 to qualify for their second successive European championship finals on Monday, progressing 3-1 on aggregate after a Jon Walters brace secured a second-leg playoff win at the Aviva Stadium.

Euro 2012 play-offs: Ireland, Croatia all but seal places

Euro 2012 play-offs: Ireland, Croatia all but seal places

Rediff.com12 Nov 2011

Ireland led the way on Friday as they and Croatia reeled off convincing away wins to move within reach of booking their places in the Euro 2012 soccer finals. Ireland won 4-0 in Estonia in the first leg to erase memories of previous play-off disappointments while Croatia crushed Turkey 3-0 in Istanbul.

Czechs beat Ireland to move closer to Euro 2008

Czechs beat Ireland to move closer to Euro 2008

Rediff.com13 Sep 2007

Marek Jankulovski's early goal gave the Czech Republic a 1-0 win over 10-man Ireland in their Group D qualifier on Wednesday and moved his team a big step closer to advancing to Euro 2008.

World Cup champs Argentina back on top of FIFA rankings

World Cup champs Argentina back on top of FIFA rankings

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

World Cup winner Argentina topped the FIFA rankings on Thursday for the first time in six years.

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

With a jam-packed schedule brimming with both legendary athletes and captivating storylines, Paris 2024 promises unforgettable moments.

Soccer PIX: Messi magic guides Argentina; Denmark, France cruise

Soccer PIX: Messi magic guides Argentina; Denmark, France cruise

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Lionel Messi's second-half goal gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Ecuador on Thursday to get their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign off on the right foot.

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Hinata Miyazawa scored twice as former champions Japan put on a counter-attacking clinic to beat Spain 4-0 and lock up top spot in Group C at the Women's World Cup on Monday.

French batter breaks T20I world record with stunning century

French batter breaks T20I world record with stunning century

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

McKeon blasted 109 runs in just 61 balls with the help of five fours and nine sixes.

Record crowds as Women's World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

Record crowds as Women's World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

New Zealand opened the ninth Women's World Cup with a shock win against former champions Norway on Thursday

Euro 2016 warm-ups: Croatia score record win; Northern Ireland unbeaten

Euro 2016 warm-ups: Croatia score record win; Northern Ireland unbeaten

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

Mario Mandzukic and Nikola Kalinic grabbed hat-tricks as Croatia achieved a record win as an independent nation by demolishing San Marino 10-0 in their final Euro 2016 warm-up match in Rijeka.