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A non-Belieber among Beliebers

A non-Belieber among Beliebers

Rediff.com11 May 2017

His daughter is a Belieber. He is most definitely not.

New IS video of British hostage released

New IS video of British hostage released

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

The Islamic State militant group has released a new video showing another British journalist who says he is being held hostage by the extremists.

EPL PHOTOS: Man United stay in touch, Spurs slump at Leicester

EPL PHOTOS: Man United stay in touch, Spurs slump at Leicester

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Tuesday

Alpha Zero and the future of artificial intelligence

Alpha Zero and the future of artificial intelligence

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

'One problem with machine learning is that extensive human inputs are required.' 'This is both an expense and time consuming.' 'If AIs can do this on their own, the process may become more efficient,' says Devangshu Datta.

Germany v Italy: Was it the worst shootout in history of Euros?

Germany v Italy: Was it the worst shootout in history of Euros?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Germany's players hailed their first victory against Italy in a major tournament as an exceptional moment in their history as they reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals by beating their old rivals 6-5 on penalties.

England manager Hodgson quits after Euro 2016 exit

England manager Hodgson quits after Euro 2016 exit

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

England soccer coach Roy Hodgson's four-year reign came to an abrupt end after their shock 2-1 defeat by tiny Iceland at the Euro 2016 round of 16 stage on Monday.

Sports Shorts: Aus cyclist Perkins to represent Russia at 2020 Olympics

Sports Shorts: Aus cyclist Perkins to represent Russia at 2020 Olympics

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday

Vijay Mallya's extradition hearing will begin from December 4

Vijay Mallya's extradition hearing will begin from December 4

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Speaking to reporters Mallya said, "It will all become clear in court".

Plane carrying football players from Brazil crashes, 76 dead

Plane carrying football players from Brazil crashes, 76 dead

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

A plane carrying 72 people, including football players from Brazil, has reportedly crashed in Colombia. Authorities are responding to an emergency after an airplane with 72 people on board has crashed on its way to Medellin's international airport.

EPL PIX: Man City win to go 15 points clear as United suffer

EPL PIX: Man City win to go 15 points clear as United suffer

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Manchester City tightened their stranglehold at the top of the Premier League on Wednesday by trouncing bottom club West Bromwich Albion 3-0 as nearest rivals Manchester United suffered a chastening 2-0 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur.

Indian-American ebola doc gets prime seat at Obama's address

Indian-American ebola doc gets prime seat at Obama's address

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Dr Pranav Shetty, a prominent Indian-American doctor fighting the dreaded ebola disease in West Africa, was the lone representative of the community to be present in First Lady Michelle Obama's box during the State of the Union Address.

The Graduate actress Elizabeth Wilson dies

The Graduate actress Elizabeth Wilson dies

Rediff.com11 May 2015

A lowdown on what's going on in Hollywood.

Faiaz's late strike drives India to victory

Faiaz's late strike drives India to victory

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

SK Faiaz proved to be a super substitute for team India. The youngster scripted a well-deserved victory against Nepal in India's second Group A match of the AFC U-19 Championship (Qualifiers) at the Al Arabi Stadium in Doha on Sunday night.

Publicis to acquire Sapient for $3.7 billion

Publicis to acquire Sapient for $3.7 billion

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

In one of the biggest deals in the media and advertising space, French advertising agency Publicis Groupe will acquire US digital marketing firm Sapient in an all-cash deal worth $3.7 billion.

Sports Shorts: Woods misses cut at Riviera after eight bogeys

Sports Shorts: Woods misses cut at Riviera after eight bogeys

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday.

IMF warns of huge capital outflows from emerging markets

IMF warns of huge capital outflows from emerging markets

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

Christine Lagarde warned of a repeat of high market volatility.

How Harry Kane got Tottenham's title challenge back on track

How Harry Kane got Tottenham's title challenge back on track

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Harry Kane was hailed as 'unbelievable' after the England striker's 21st and 22nd goals of the season inspired Tottenham Hotspur to a routine win at hapless Aston Villa on Sunday that boosted their Premier League title ambitions.

NASA spacecraft finally gets up close with Pluto

NASA spacecraft finally gets up close with Pluto

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

The New Horizons probe flew past the dwarf planet at 5.19 pm (India Standard Time), capturing history's first close look at the distant world.

Can Manchester City revive their fading season?

Can Manchester City revive their fading season?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

Manchester City must put a potentially ruinous fortnight behind them as they seek to reboot their faltering season with a big performance in their Champions League last-16, first leg trip to Dynamo Kiev on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: Arsenal's stunning comeback to snatch draw at Bournemouth

PHOTOS: Arsenal's stunning comeback to snatch draw at Bournemouth

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

Out-battled for an hour by their modest south coast opponents, Arsenal belatedly sparked into life and Olivier Giroud's glancing header two minutes into stoppage time completed their remarkable recovery from 3-0 down.

EPL: Giroud gem inspires Arsenal, Spurs rout Watford

EPL: Giroud gem inspires Arsenal, Spurs rout Watford

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Arsenal's Olivier Giroud produced a piece of New Year's Day magic to keep Arsenal in sight of Premier League leaders Chelsea while Harry Kane's double bolstered Tottenham Hotspur's ambitions as London's triple assault on the title continues.

Queen Elizabeth may have to move out of Buckingham Palace

Queen Elizabeth may have to move out of Buckingham Palace

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Queen Elizabeth II may have to move out of Buckingham Palace during the much-needed repair and maintenance work to her 18th century iconic residence costing a whopping 150 million pounds, royal officials said.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Arsenal and Manchester City meet at The Emirates on Saturday when both teams will seek to roar into life after making spluttering starts to their Premier League campaigns.

'Feisty, positive and efficient...Prior was England's finest'

'Feisty, positive and efficient...Prior was England's finest'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Feisty, positive and quietly efficient, Matt Prior was one of England's finest wicketkeeper batsmen in seven years behind the stumps during which he helped his country to three Ashes victories.

Sports Shorts: Pacquiao beats Thurman to win WBA crown

Sports Shorts: Pacquiao beats Thurman to win WBA crown

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

Lack of stronger cyber security may cost world economy $3 trillion

Lack of stronger cyber security may cost world economy $3 trillion

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

With the recent proliferation of cyberattacks, corporate executives need to devote increasing attention to protecting information assets and on-line operations, said a report released on Monday by the World Economic Forum.

U-17 World Cup: Brazil outclass Spain; Germany edge past Costa Rica

U-17 World Cup: Brazil outclass Spain; Germany edge past Costa Rica

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

A dominant Brazil made a strong statement of their top title contender status with a 2-1 victory over Spain in a Group D marquee clash of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, in Kochi, on Saturday.

Who should be the next England manager?

Who should be the next England manager?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

As England begin the search for their fifth new manager in 10 years following their humiliating exit from Euro 2016, there appear more unemployed former holders of the job than serious contenders to replace Roy Hodgson.

Sports Shorts: Kasatkina upsets Muguruza, sets up Dubai final with Svitolina

Sports Shorts: Kasatkina upsets Muguruza, sets up Dubai final with Svitolina

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday.

IATA warns of cyber threats to aviation

IATA warns of cyber threats to aviation

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Like Air India, there have been recent cyber attacks on some major airlines, including one in Canada, and a global airlines alliance

PICS: Juve, PSG, Bayern seal last 16 berths

PICS: Juve, PSG, Bayern seal last 16 berths

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

A round-up of Wednesday's league stage matches in the UEFA Champions League.

City win at Bayern fails to add up for Pellegrini

City win at Bayern fails to add up for Pellegrini

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Manchester City's memorable Champions League win over holders Bayern Munich still failed to add up for manager Manuel Pellegrini after he revealed his poor grasp of simple mathematics.

Football Briefs: Barca survive Celta fightback to stay unbeaten

Football Briefs: Barca survive Celta fightback to stay unbeaten

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

EPL: Liverpool rout Brighton, Chelsea see off Newcastle

EPL: Liverpool rout Brighton, Chelsea see off Newcastle

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday

India at CWG: Badminton, hockey, squash players take field on Day 1

India at CWG: Badminton, hockey, squash players take field on Day 1

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

India badminton team have been accorded the top seed this time and are clubbed with Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Scotland in Group A.

'Chelsea's an impossible mission, maybe Tom Cruise can do it'

'Chelsea's an impossible mission, maybe Tom Cruise can do it'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2015

A 64th-minute goal from wayward striker Diego Costa earned Chelsea their first win in four Premier League matches on Saturday and some breathing space for Jose Mourinho, who said he was still targeting a top-four finish.

'Besides Sachin's batting, I like his bowling too'

'Besides Sachin's batting, I like his bowling too'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Real estate billionaire Sameer Nerurkar salutes batting icon Sachin Tendulkar ahead of his landmark 200th and final Test

Champions League PIX: Sterling, Mbappe net hat-tricks

Champions League PIX: Sterling, Mbappe net hat-tricks

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

A round-up of Tuesday night's matches in the UEFA Champions League.

NASA spacecraft finds haze, flowing ice on Pluto

NASA spacecraft finds haze, flowing ice on Pluto

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

A preliminary analysis of the image shows two distinct layers of haze.

What has happened to Diego Costa?

What has happened to Diego Costa?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Diego Costa has turned into a pale imitation of the player who took the Premier League by storm last year and Chelsea must get him firing on all cylinders again to have any hope of salvaging their wretched season.