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Editors rue Diana's death

Editors rue Diana's death

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

Editors say it was a circle of culpability involving readers, photographers and newspapers

Angelina, Brad to adopt again?

Angelina, Brad to adopt again?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

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

'England's rise has not been an overnight success'

'England's rise has not been an overnight success'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

Hailing England's rise to the top of the Test tree, former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist has advised Alastair Cook's one-day squad to play like the second-best team in the world if they want to stay on top of the pile.

Sol Campbell set for Fenerbahce

Sol Campbell set for Fenerbahce

Rediff.com22 May 2006

Sol Campbell is set to move to Turkish club Fenerbahce, English media reported on Monday

England now cricket kings of the world: Botham

England now cricket kings of the world: Botham

Rediff.com27 Jul 2011

Legendary all-rounder Ian Botham considers the current English team as "cricket kings of the world", and says he can foresee England displacing India from the number one spot during the four-Test series and ushering in a new era of dominance.

'Fixers targetting kids in under-age tournaments'

'Fixers targetting kids in under-age tournaments'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

International Players' Union chief Tim May fears the betting mafia might be targetting children in under-age cricket tournaments to get them involved in corruption at the senior level.

'Bookies earned 20mn pounds from Pak tour to Eng'

'Bookies earned 20mn pounds from Pak tour to Eng'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

The shocking match-fixing scandal, involving the Pakistan team, turned out to be a money spinner for the bookies with reports suggesting that the fixers may have raked in at least 20 million pounds from Pakistan's matches in England this summer.

Piquet senior raised concerns last year: Report

Piquet senior raised concerns last year: Report

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Formula One's governing body was made aware last year of allegations that Renault had fixed the Singapore Grand Prix by ordering Brazilian Nelson Piquet to crash, a British newspaper reported on Friday.

Harmison set to retire after Ashes: reports

Harmison set to retire after Ashes: reports

Rediff.com25 Jul 2009

Injury-ravaged England pacer Steve Harmison is all set to retire from international cricket after the ongoing Ashes series against Australia.

PM asks Pakistan to stop terror

PM asks Pakistan to stop terror

Rediff.com2 Aug 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has asked Pakistan to implement in 'letter and spirit' its commitment to end terrorism originating from that country, saying terror acts give a setback to peace and normalisation process.''Improvement in our relations with Pakistan requires an atmosphere that is free from terrorism as it weakens and undermines efforts towards peace and normalisation,'' Dr Singh told the Daily Mirror.

Man United's Macheda robbed at home

Man United's Macheda robbed at home

Rediff.com13 Jul 2009

Manchester United's Italian teenage striker Federico Macheda has been robbed at home by raiders who stole cash and jewellery and injured a friend staying with him, a police source said on Monday. Two masked men burst into Macheda's home in Sale, Greater Manchester, early on Sunday morning, hitting his friend on the head with a bottle, the Daily Mirror newspaper reported.

Sri Lanka Air Force denies accommodating President Rajapaksa

Sri Lanka Air Force denies accommodating President Rajapaksa

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

A spokesman of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) said a video released by Ajith Dharmapala, a former police officer, claimed that President Rajapaksa was staying at the house belonging to Pathirana.

The Goat Life Review: A Saga Of Pain

The Goat Life Review: A Saga Of Pain

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Aadujeevitham (The Goat Life) is undoubtedly one of the most successful experiments in Prithviraj's journey as an actor, applauds Divya Nair.

Will Ronaldinho join Chelsea?

Will Ronaldinho join Chelsea?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

If a report in a British newspaper is to be believed, Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich held talks with the Brazilian's brother last weekend to discuss the transfer.

Commentator Warne stuns with four-letter jibe

Commentator Warne stuns with four-letter jibe

Rediff.com4 Aug 2009

Shane Warne and controversy are never far apart and the flamboyant Australian spin legend shocked yet again by using a four-letter word while doing commentary during the drawn Ashes Test at Edgbaston.

Golf: Lyle reopens Montgomerie row

Golf: Lyle reopens Montgomerie row

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

Twice major winner Sandy Lyle has reopened his row with Colin Montgomerie by calling Europe's Ryder Cup captain a "drama queen".

England capable of winning series 4-0: Botham

England capable of winning series 4-0: Botham

Rediff.com6 Aug 2011

The arrival of Virender Sehwag might have triggered hopes of an Indian revival but former England captain Ian Botham says given that the dashing opener is short of match practice, even he can't stop the hosts from clinching the ongoing series 4-0.

From 1.5 mn km orbit, Aditya-L1 to send 1500 images per day: Scientists

From 1.5 mn km orbit, Aditya-L1 to send 1500 images per day: Scientists

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Aditya-L1 will be launched by PSLV-C57 rocket on September 2 at 11:50 am. It carries seven payloads to study the Sun, four of which will observe the light from the Sun and the remaining three will measure insitu parameters of the plasma and magnetic fields.

Ecclestone dismisses EPL's 39th game plan

Ecclestone dismisses EPL's 39th game plan

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has dismissed the Premier League's plans to play a 39th match of the season overseas as "not very good", offering to organise a 'big four' mini-tournament instead.

Think Fifty Shades' Jamie Dornan is the HOTTEST HUNK of the year? VOTE!

Think Fifty Shades' Jamie Dornan is the HOTTEST HUNK of the year? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 May 2015

He sure doesn't seem to agree.

Row erupts in Sri Lanka over Gotabaya's resignation report

Row erupts in Sri Lanka over Gotabaya's resignation report

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

There have been growing calls for President Rajapaksa's resignation over the past few weeks over his government's mishandling of Sri Lanka's worsening economic crisis.

Spin king Muralitharan to be governor of Lankan province

Spin king Muralitharan to be governor of Lankan province

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Muralitharan is among the three new governors tipped to be appointed by Gotabaya Rajapaksa

Injuries could cut short career, fears Flintoff

Injuries could cut short career, fears Flintoff

Rediff.com4 Oct 2009

England's injury-plagued all-rounder Andrew Flintoff fears his career would be over if his body breaks down one more time.

Political Movies Surge before Lok Sabha Polls

Political Movies Surge before Lok Sabha Polls

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

'Elections and audience interest in specific movies are often independent factors.'

Lankan army chief in Pak to discuss arms purchase

Lankan army chief in Pak to discuss arms purchase

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Lt Gen Fonseka, who left for Pakistan on Sunday on an official tour, is slated to discuss several issues including defence purchases, the Daily Mirror newspaper reported. During his stay, the visiting army chief is scheduled to meet President Pervez Musharraf, Pakistan Army Chief Gen Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani and several other defence officials.

Simon Cowell may quit American Idol

Simon Cowell may quit American Idol

Rediff.com14 Apr 2009

The 49-year-old, who judges three shows -- American Idol, Britain's Got Talent and X Factor -- told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper that he's not sure he can keep up the pace and 'one may have to go.'

Shevchenko prepared to quit Chelsea

Shevchenko prepared to quit Chelsea

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

"I feel at home at Chelsea, but unfortunately my game doesn't suit Mourinho," the Ukrainian striker said.

Outsiders keep off Lanka: Pak

Outsiders keep off Lanka: Pak

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

The remarks came a month after India's National Defence Advisor M K Narayanan said in Chennai that Sri Lanka should not buy weapons form Pakistan and China.

Aide fired for trying to sell Queen's pudding

Aide fired for trying to sell Queen's pudding

Rediff.com18 Dec 2004

Ben Church (25), who worked in the Buckingham Palace as a property administrator, had put the gift from the Queen for sale on eBay.

Can election manifestos show the way to Viksit Bharat?

Can election manifestos show the way to Viksit Bharat?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Elections are not won or lost by expounding on such macro-economic matters. For the aam admi, what matters in manifestos are promises that will improve their quality of life, notes Vinayak Chatterjee.

Shilpa to meet the Queen

Shilpa to meet the Queen

Rediff.com31 Jan 2007

The actress has become very famous after her Biss Brother win.

Another tattoo for Beckham

Another tattoo for Beckham

Rediff.com22 May 2004

The England captain acquired another tattoo, a winged cross, etched across the back of his neck.

Best spends Xmas behind bars: Report

Best spends Xmas behind bars: Report

Rediff.com27 Dec 2003

British soccer legend George Best spent Christmas night in police custody being questioned about an alleged assault, British newspapers said.

Alpay blames Beckham for Villa exit

Alpay blames Beckham for Villa exit

Rediff.com24 Oct 2003

The Turkey defender said his Aston Villa contract would not have been cancelled if his recent spat with England captain David Beckham had been with any other player.\n\n\n\n

Prince Harry fails basic computer test: Report

Prince Harry fails basic computer test: Report

Rediff.com15 Apr 2005

Harry, who has been training at Sandhurst, has revealed that he wants to join the Household Cavalry apparently because of its tradition as polo-playing regiments, something he is very passionate about.

Real Madrid willing to sell Ronaldo back to United?

Real Madrid willing to sell Ronaldo back to United?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Rumours and speculations abound that Cristiano Ronaldo will be heading to Old Trafford soon.

Ferguson often throws plastic bottles

Ferguson often throws plastic bottles

Rediff.com1 Jul 2003

Man U's Juan Sebastian Veron says the manager often throws plastic bottles around when he loses his temper.

Thriller: 25th Anniversary

Thriller: 25th Anniversary

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

The pop star is making his comeback with a star-studded remake of his hit album Thriller.

George Best freed on bail

George Best freed on bail

Rediff.com10 Jun 2005

The former Manchester United player was released on bail after being arrested over an allegation he assaulted a woman.