News for 'Toronto'

'There will be no fairytale ending for Serena'

'There will be no fairytale ending for Serena'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Serena must be prepared to live with it and say goodbye even in the face of defeat'

Will the Oscar go to this actress?

Will the Oscar go to this actress?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Vanessa Kirby is sure to be nominated for the Best Actress Oscar award, and Frances McDormand of Nomadland will give her a healthy competition, feels Aseem Chhabra.

WHO Numbers May Raise India's Covid Deaths

WHO Numbers May Raise India's Covid Deaths

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

The Indian government asked for the estimates published '10 years later'.

'After divorce, I shut myself in my flat for 3 years'

'After divorce, I shut myself in my flat for 3 years'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

'Then, one fine morning, I returned to my first love.' 'All the top directors of the time were waiting for me.' 'In one day, I signed 12 films.' 'Prosenjit Chatterjee was back!'

Halep wins Canadian Open title; Murray edges Wawrinka

Halep wins Canadian Open title; Murray edges Wawrinka

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Simona Halep ended Beatriz Haddad Maia's dream run in Toronto

'Will I die without ever knowing love?'

'Will I die without ever knowing love?'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'Love will always be a mystery.' 'The day it stops being a mystery it won't exist.'

Serena to meet Cirstea in Toronto final

Serena to meet Cirstea in Toronto final

Rediff.com11 Aug 2013

Top seed Serena Williams shook off a spirited attempt by Agnieszka Radwanska and moved into the final of the Rogers Cup with a 7-6(3), 6-4 victory on Saturday and will meet Romania's Sorana Cirstea, whose surprising run continued when she beat China's Li Na 6-1, 7-6(5).

Covid-hit China welcomes international passengers after 3 years

Covid-hit China welcomes international passengers after 3 years

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Officials said 387 passengers were aboard two flights from Toronto and Singapore on the day the country ended its strict COVID-19 restrictions for travellers.

NBA: Dunk specialist Carter calls it quits after 22 seasons

NBA: Dunk specialist Carter calls it quits after 22 seasons

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Atlanta Hawks guard Vince Carter officially announced his retirement from professional basketball on Thursday after an NBA record 22-season career during which his high-flying dunks made him one of the game's top players in his prime. Carter, widely regarded as one of the greatest dunkers of all time, had previously said the 2019-20 NBA campaign would be his last but had not addressed his playing status since the NBA suspended its season in mid-March due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

All about The Sky is Pink

All about The Sky is Pink

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

All you need to do know about The Sky is Pink.

Sachin, Lara tee off on the golf course

Sachin, Lara tee off on the golf course

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

It was Sachin Tendulkar vs Brian Lara against each other once again as the two cricketing greats squared up on the golf course this time around.

Toronto: Nizam's stolen slippers found

Toronto: Nizam's stolen slippers found

Rediff.com7 Mar 2006

The size 8 diamond and ruby covered footwear had been on display at the museum since June 2005.

The Many Faces of War in Ukraine

The Many Faces of War in Ukraine

Rediff.com26 May 2022

The Ukrainian military continues to collect the bodies of Russian troops killed in battle zones outside of Kharkiv for identification and the eventuality of possible repatriation.

Stranger Things. Anek. Terminal List: On OTT This Week

Stranger Things. Anek. Terminal List: On OTT This Week

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Promising new seasons of beloved shows, provocative stories and action packed dramas, Sukanya Verma says it's all there on OTT this week.

US Open PIX: Raducanu, Rybakina, Osaka crash out

US Open PIX: Raducanu, Rybakina, Osaka crash out

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

IMAGES from Day 2 of the US Open played at Flushing Meadows in New York on Tuesday.

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

As 2022 readies to bid adieu, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the 10 high points of the year.

How Many Languages Has Lataji Sung In?

How Many Languages Has Lataji Sung In?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

There is no conclusive clarity on how many songs Lataji has actually sung.

Why There's So Much Global Love For RRR

Why There's So Much Global Love For RRR

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Like Slumdog Millionaire, RRR will remain a one-time phenomenon until another big, larger-than-life, Indian film connects with the critics in the West, predicts Aseem Chhabra.

'Forever yes': Stephens to wed US soccer player Altidore

'Forever yes': Stephens to wed US soccer player Altidore

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The 26-year old Stephens and Altidore, 29, announced their engagement on Monday with joint posts on social media.

The Birthday Emraan Hashmi Wants To Forget

The Birthday Emraan Hashmi Wants To Forget

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

'I remember how my grandmother was scared for me when I joined the industry because she was aware of the hurdles and pitfalls.' 'It's a harsh place.' 'When the going is good, it's great, but you really have to have the spirit to deal with the situation when the chips are down.'

NBA: Grizzlies set record with 73-point winning margin

NBA: Grizzlies set record with 73-point winning margin

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

The Grizzlies, who had nine players score in double figures, stretched their winning streak to three. They managed the record blowout despite the absence of their leading scorer, Ja Morant, who is sidelined due to a knee injury.

Federer faces Paes in Toronto doubles

Federer faces Paes in Toronto doubles

Rediff.com22 Jul 2008

Roger Federer will meet Leander Paes in the second round doubles while Andy Roddick set up a clash with Mahesh Bhupathi at the Rogers Cup.

Last rites of Gujarati family who died near US border to be held in Canada

Last rites of Gujarati family who died near US border to be held in Canada

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

The bodies of four members of a family from Gujarat's Gandhinagar district who died of the extreme cold near the Canada-US border would not be brought back to India, their relatives said on Friday.

Salman meets his Judwaa co-star Rambha

Salman meets his Judwaa co-star Rambha

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Salman Khan was in Toronto for Dabangg: The Tour Reloaded.

Salman Rushdie, You Are A Fighter

Salman Rushdie, You Are A Fighter

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

As he struggles in hospital, I wonder why anyone, especially someone who was not even born when The Satanic Verses was published, would want to harm a 75-year old man and a literary treasure, wonders Subhash K Jha.

1985 Air India bombing suspect shot dead in Canada

1985 Air India bombing suspect shot dead in Canada

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Malik was shot dead in Surrey, British Columbia on Thursday. Malik and co-accused Ajaib Singh Bagri were acquitted in 2005 of mass murder and conspiracy charges related to the two bombings in 1985 that killed 331 people, the CBC News said.

Can't do this forever: Serena to retire after US Open

Can't do this forever: Serena to retire after US Open

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

'I'm terrible at goodbyes, the world's worst'

Black Players Coalition of MLS formed to conquer racism

Black Players Coalition of MLS formed to conquer racism

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

A group of more than 70 Major League Soccer (MLS) players have formed a new coalition that was unveiled on Friday with the aim of addressing racial inequalities in the U.S.-based league and standing with those who fight racism in the sport. The Black Players Coalition of MLS, which is being headed up by Toronto FC defender Justin Morrow, was announced to coincide with the Juneteenth holiday marking the abolition of slavery in the United States.

Talibs. Refugees. The Fallen.

Talibs. Refugees. The Fallen.

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

A couple of days before American troops leave Kabul on Tuesday, August 31, images to remember from the Afghan capital and elsewhere...

Serena falls in generational clash against Emma; Osaka out

Serena falls in generational clash against Emma; Osaka out

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Williams has just one professional tournament remaining before she drops the curtain on her historic career

Djokovic gets second bite at history in the Big Apple

Djokovic gets second bite at history in the Big Apple

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

After an Olympic stumble Novak Djokovic will get a second bite at history in the Big Apple with a calendar year Grand Slam there for the taking at the US Open.

Tough outing for Indians at Toronto Masters

Tough outing for Indians at Toronto Masters

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

Mahesh Bhupathi is the lone Indian survivor at the ATP Rogers Cup as Somdev Devvarman, Leander Paes and Rohan Bopanna crashed out of the Masters Series event following defeats in their respective draws.

Finals MVP Leonard joins NBA greats

Finals MVP Leonard joins NBA greats

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Leonard, who also won the award in 2014 while playing for the San Antonio Spurs, joins basketball greats Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James as the only players in NBA history to win Finals MVP with two different franchises.

Shorts: Nuggets seal playoff bid as Nikola Jokic makes history

Shorts: Nuggets seal playoff bid as Nikola Jokic makes history

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Tennis: Felix Auger-Aliassime toppled in Morocco

Pix: How to honeymoon like a newly wed couple

Pix: How to honeymoon like a newly wed couple

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Toronto-based Indian couple Mani and Darsh share some key lessons.

Osaka fires 18 aces to reach Miami Open final

Osaka fires 18 aces to reach Miami Open final

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Four-times Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka fired off 18 aces as the Japanese former world number beat Swiss Belinda Bencic 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday to reach her first Miami Open final.

Amu rocks Toronto, Ash doesn't

Amu rocks Toronto, Ash doesn't

Rediff.com15 Sep 2005

NBA: Pascal Siakam nets 40 in Raptors' OT win over Celtics

NBA: Pascal Siakam nets 40 in Raptors' OT win over Celtics

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Marcus Smart had 28 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics, who had a six-game winning streak come to a halt. Grant Williams added 17 points, and Derrick White had 15 points and eight assists. Boston was without Jayson Tatum (knee), Jaylen Brown (knee), Robert Williams III (knee) and Al Horford (personal).

'Our community has lost a giant'

'Our community has lost a giant'

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Urvashi Vaid dreamed of a common movement for social justice that could address them all: Racism, gender oppression and homophobia. Sandip Roy salutes the memory of Urvashi Vaid, one of America's most prominent LGBT activists, who passed into the ages this month.

Sania fails to qualify for Toronto event

Sania fails to qualify for Toronto event

Rediff.com17 Aug 2009

Sania Mirza became the latest victim of a rampaging Heidi El Tabakh as the unheralded local wild card shut the door on the Indian in Rogers Cup main draw by defeating her in a three-set contest.