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Recovering Tiger Woods in 'good spirits'

Recovering Tiger Woods in 'good spirits'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

Woods, 45, who overcame numerous surgeries to break an 11-year major drought and win the 2019 Masters, had hoped to compete at Augusta in April.

Woods moved to new hospital to continue recovery

Woods moved to new hospital to continue recovery

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Tiger Woods has been moved to a new hospital in Los Angeles, the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center said on Thursday, as he recovers from multiple injuries sustained in a serious car accident this week.

In PHOTOS: The boy called Barack

In PHOTOS: The boy called Barack

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Stories surround United States President Barack Obama's growing up days focus on his birth in Hawaii, his time in Indonesia, his time living with his grandparents on Beretania Street in lower Makiki and his high school years at Punahou School. Here's a look at some adorable pictures of Barack Obama playing on the beaches of Hawaii, his boyhood days with his father and more.

Obama to join Modi on 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast

Obama to join Modi on 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

The monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi this time will be special as he will be joined by US President Barack Obama.

How Volunteering Can CHANGE Your Life

How Volunteering Can CHANGE Your Life

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Don't look for a volunteering job for money, but as an investment for life, advises management consultant Virender Kapoor.

Tina Turner: The Legend In Pictures

Tina Turner: The Legend In Pictures

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Known as the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll for her blistering performances and powerfully gritty vocals, Tina Turner died on May 24 after a long illness. She was 83.

Who Gains From Prigozhin's Death?

Who Gains From Prigozhin's Death?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

There is a congruence of interests between Ukrainian intelligence and its Western mentors to destroy Wagner and eliminate it from the geopolitical chessboard altogether, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Explained: What happens on US state visit

Explained: What happens on US state visit

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi is visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of US President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.

Bidens host largest-ever Diwali reception at White House

Bidens host largest-ever Diwali reception at White House

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr Jill Biden on Monday hosted a Diwali reception at the White House in what they called the largest since the People's House started celebrating the festival during the George Bush administration.

US President Biden tests Covid positive, has 'very mild symptoms'

US President Biden tests Covid positive, has 'very mild symptoms'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing "very mild symptoms", the White House said on Thursday, becoming the second sitting American president to be hit by the virus.

'We used to have chai pe charcha 30 years ago'

'We used to have chai pe charcha 30 years ago'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

'I told President Obama, "Mr President, do you realise that the person who is likely to become the prime minister of India in two weeks, does not have a visa, and you are talking about having great relations between India and the USA, how are you going to do it?".'' 'His answer was that this is not right and that he'll have somebody from the White House and the State Department reach out to me.'

In China, Modi reunited with 'bestie' Obama

In China, Modi reunited with 'bestie' Obama

Rediff.com4 Sep 2016

The two heads of state, who are known to be close, came together again in Huangzhou, China during the G20 summit.

Tharoor-led panel questions MeitY officials over PM's Twitter a/c hacking

Tharoor-led panel questions MeitY officials over PM's Twitter a/c hacking

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Tharoor questioned about the alleged hacking of phones using spyware Pegasus, to which the officials responded that the matter is subjudice.

Modi-Obama jugalbandi to go on air on Tuesday

Modi-Obama jugalbandi to go on air on Tuesday

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

The joint radio address of PM Modi and Obama will be broadcast at 8 pm on Tuesday.

PHOTO album: President Obama's India trip

PHOTO album: President Obama's India trip

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

We recollect some moments of the US President's stay in India, the longest ever in a foreign country ever since he took over the top post.

PHOTOS: Toasts, high-fashion and lobster at Obama's dinner for China's Xi

PHOTOS: Toasts, high-fashion and lobster at Obama's dinner for China's Xi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

A powerhouse line-up mixing Hollywood, diplomacy and corporate America streamed into the White House for President Barack Obama's lavish state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Obama's response to Virginia violence becomes most 'liked' tweet in history

Obama's response to Virginia violence becomes most 'liked' tweet in history

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

The tweet has been endorsed by more than 2.8 million social media users and has also been retweeted by over 1.2 million times.

PHOTOS: For Obama, it was another day of bromance with Modi

PHOTOS: For Obama, it was another day of bromance with Modi

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

It was another day of chats, bonhomie and handshakes for Obama

PIX: Groove to the music, Obama shows you how

PIX: Groove to the music, Obama shows you how

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

A compilation of recent and archive images of United States President Barack Obama dancing.

Supreme Court On Article 370: A Landmark Judgment

Supreme Court On Article 370: A Landmark Judgment

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

We must heed what the CJI has said. Challenging every judgment of the central government is inviting chaos, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

Modi 'doing a terrific job': Donald Trump

Modi 'doing a terrific job': Donald Trump

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

"I've had a great relationship with India and Prime Minister Modi. We've been friends. And I think he's a great guy and doing a terrific job. It's not an easy job he's got... We've known each other a long time. Good man," said Trump, who enjoyed a close relationship with Modi during his presidency from 2017 to 2021.

Obama praises England footballer Rashford for child food poverty work

Obama praises England footballer Rashford for child food poverty work

Rediff.com28 May 2021

Former US President Barack Obama has praised England forward Marcus Rashford for his work tackling child food poverty and the two discussed by video call how young people can make an impact on society.

McCain: Obama 'directly responsible' for Orlando shooting

McCain: Obama 'directly responsible' for Orlando shooting

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

McCain, who lost to Obama in the 2008 presidential election, made the comment while Obama was in Orlando visiting with the families of those killed in Sunday's attack.

When Obama decides to walk to work

When Obama decides to walk to work

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Here's what happened when United States President Barack Obama decided to take a stroll.

PM Modi's Twitter account briefly hacked, restored

PM Modi's Twitter account briefly hacked, restored

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

The tweet, after Modi's personal handle was hacked, also claimed that India has officially bought 500 BTC and is distributing them among its residents and shared a link, asking people to hurry up.

Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison passes away

Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison passes away

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

The author of 11 novels, she won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1993, having published her first novel, The Bluest Eye, in 1970.

Trump may be 1st US prez to lose re-election bid since 1992

Trump may be 1st US prez to lose re-election bid since 1992

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Only four US presidents, in the last 100 years, failed to win re-elections.

PHOTO: Malala's date with the Obamas

PHOTO: Malala's date with the Obamas

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

United States President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama have met Pakistani teenage activist Malala Yousafzai in the Oval Office of the White House and praised her remarkable courage and efforts.

Nikki Haley, the doer who loves to be underestimated

Nikki Haley, the doer who loves to be underestimated

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Dubbed as "Jobs Governor", Haley turned South Carolina's economy around during her tenure as governor and transforming the state into a manufacturing powerhouse. She cut taxes, repealed burdensome regulations, and turned South Carolina into "the Beast of the Southeast". Under her leadership, figures note, the state's unemployment rate hit a 15-year low, and when she left office, South Carolina was at full employment.

Obama surprises Biden with top honour

Obama surprises Biden with top honour

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

Barack Obama surprises his White House partner of eight years in a surprise ceremony.

Obama quit smoking for wife. What did YOU give up?

Obama quit smoking for wife. What did YOU give up?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Obama quit smoking for Michelle. What did YOU give up?

PHOTOS: Obamas take a long hike at Yosemite National Park

PHOTOS: Obamas take a long hike at Yosemite National Park

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

The family vacation comes a week after the oldest daughter, Malia, graduated from the private Sidwell Friends School at an outdoor ceremony that the family attended.

Shillong Chamber Choir founder Neil Nongkynrih passes away

Shillong Chamber Choir founder Neil Nongkynrih passes away

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

The 52-year-old music conductor and composer who led the SCC to national fame after a reality TV show about a decade ago, died at the Reliance Hospital in Mumbai after a brief illness, they said.

FBI intercepts poison-laced letter sent to Obama

FBI intercepts poison-laced letter sent to Obama

Rediff.com31 May 2013

A letter laced with poisonous substance ricin, sent to United States President Barack Obama, has been intercepted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the agency has confirmed.

Tiger Woods is recovering at home after car crash

Tiger Woods is recovering at home after car crash

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

'Happy to report that I am back home continuing my recovery,' Tiger Woods said on Twitter.

Revealed: The hunt for Osama at 9/11 museum

Revealed: The hunt for Osama at 9/11 museum

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

A new exhibition at the 9/11 Memorial Museum explores the untold story of the greatest manhunt in United States history revealed through declassified artefacts and an immersive digital experience. The chilling exhibit, "Revealed: The Hunt for Bin Laden," centres on the decade-long search for and seizure of the Al Qaeda mastermind who was responsible for the deaths of 2,977 people on 9/11 -- and the thousands more lost through bloody wars and debilitating illness. The exhibit presents the hunt for bin Laden as a sort of who-done-it come alive with graphics, videos and the voices of the protagonists, from intelligence agents, former US President Barack Obama and members of the US Navy SEALs team that raided bin Laden's home and shot and killed him.

Fond moments: When Obama met Suu Kyi during Myanmar trip

Fond moments: When Obama met Suu Kyi during Myanmar trip

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

US President Barack Obama staged a historic meeting with Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi as he became the first American president to visit the nation. Here are some candid moments from Obama's landmark visit.

Obama win: 'We were stunned when the result came in early'

Obama win: 'We were stunned when the result came in early'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Indian Americans Shalini Kapoor Collins and Shefali Razdan Duggal, who raised millions for Barack Obama, celebrated the victory in Chicago. Aziz Haniffa reports

US prez polls: Clinton craze bodes well for Obamania

US prez polls: Clinton craze bodes well for Obamania

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

Barack Obama is the "only right person" for America, said former president Bill Clinton as he endorsed his defence policy and touted his job record. Bikash Mohapatra reports from St Petersburg

PHOTOS: For Obamas, it was handshakes and smiles @ prez banquet

PHOTOS: For Obamas, it was handshakes and smiles @ prez banquet

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

The who's who of the political and business world showed up for the state dinner