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Troy's Eric Bana to play Bond

Troy's Eric Bana to play Bond

Rediff.com2 Aug 2004

Pierce Brosnan, the Irish heart-throb who made the role all his own this last decade, gave up his license to kill last week. \n\n\n\n

IndiGo, Air India suspend Kunal Kamra from flying

IndiGo, Air India suspend Kunal Kamra from flying

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Kamra allegedly heckled Goswami, the editor of Republic TV, on IndiGo's Mumbai-Lucknow (6E5317) flight on Tuesday.

Confederations Cup: Goretka double helps Germany reach final

Confederations Cup: Goretka double helps Germany reach final

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Germany's Leon Goretzka scored two expertly-taken early goals to set them on the way to a thumping 4-1 win over Mexico in a dramatic, end-to-end Confederations Cup semi-final on Thursday.

EPL PIX: Arsenal slump to first home defeat; Controversial win for Newcastle

EPL PIX: Arsenal slump to first home defeat; Controversial win for Newcastle

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Arsenal, who fired Unai Emery as manager last week and appointed former player Freddie Ljungberg as caretaker boss, now sit 10th in the table on 19 points, with Brighton a single point behind and three places below them.

Defenders the unsung heroes of Brazil's World Cup campaign

Defenders the unsung heroes of Brazil's World Cup campaign

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Brazil's defensive record under coach Tite has been remarkable, with only six goals conceded in 25 matches, and they have been just as miserly in Russia where they have only conceded one goal.

Maradona returns as a musical

Maradona returns as a musical

Rediff.com4 Dec 2003

The Argentine soccer legend is to be honored with a musical that is aiming for Broadway.

Hernandez has collarbone surgery, to be out for four weeks

Hernandez has collarbone surgery, to be out for four weeks

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Mexico striker Javier Hernandez had surgery on a fractured collarbone and will be out for four weeks missing the Gold Cup, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said.

SpiceJet, GoAir ban Kamra; AirAsia Vistara say 'reviewing' matter

SpiceJet, GoAir ban Kamra; AirAsia Vistara say 'reviewing' matter

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Air India and IndiGo have already suspended Kamra from flying until further notice and six months, respectively.

Inter looking to maintain winning record

Inter looking to maintain winning record

Rediff.com21 Oct 2003

Inter Milan travel to Lokomotiv Moscow seeking to preserve their 100 per cent record in the Champions League this week.

Milan keep pace with Juve

Milan keep pace with Juve

Rediff.com20 Oct 2003

European champions AC Milan beat Lazio 1-0 at the San Siro on Sunday to join Juventus at the top of Serie A.

Community Shield: Giroud seals shootout victory for Arsenal

Community Shield: Giroud seals shootout victory for Arsenal

Rediff.com6 Aug 2017

Olivier Giroud scored the decisive spot kick as Arsenal beat Chelsea 4-1 in a penalty shootout to win the Community Shield at Wembley on Sunday.

Factors that made a difference to Arsenal's EPL title chase

Factors that made a difference to Arsenal's EPL title chase

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Overall fatigue and long-term injuries to key players combined to end Arsenal's pursuit for the Premier League title this season, goalkeeper Petr Cech has said.

EPL: Southampton end Arsenal's unbeaten run; Chelsea win

EPL: Southampton end Arsenal's unbeaten run; Chelsea win

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

A late goal by substitute Charlie Austin gave relegation-threatened Southampton a thrilling 3-2 victory over Arsenal on Sunday in new Austrian manager Ralph Hasenhuettl's first home game.

Tagore and Victoria: Finally on screen

Tagore and Victoria: Finally on screen

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

'The relationship between Victoria and Tagore was one of mutual admiration and respect.'

VAR controversy looms over stormy Portugal draw

VAR controversy looms over stormy Portugal draw

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The repeated use of the technology appeared to contribute to a bad-tempered second half between Iran and Portugal which saw players feigning injury and repeatedly mobbing the referee.

'Iran deserved to win; Ronaldo should have been given red card'

'Iran deserved to win; Ronaldo should have been given red card'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

Iran coach Carlos Queiroz reacted angrily after a 1-1 draw with Portugal on Monday doomed his team to elimination from the World Cup, saying they had deserved to win.

WC Preview: Salah uncertainty overshadows Suarez' bid for redemption

WC Preview: Salah uncertainty overshadows Suarez' bid for redemption

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

Egypt's crucial performer has been battling against time to be fit for the Group A encounter since hurting ligaments in an awkward fall in the early stages of last month's Champions League final.

Soccer PIX: Chelsea edge Palace; Leicester hold Arsenal

Soccer PIX: Chelsea edge Palace; Leicester hold Arsenal

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

IMAGES from soccer matches played in the EPL, La Liga and Serie A on Tuesday.

Euro 2016: Spain stunned by Georgia in final warmup

Euro 2016: Spain stunned by Georgia in final warmup

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Spain's preparations for Euro 2016 suffered a blow as they were beaten 1-0 by Georgia on Tuesday in their final warmup friendly ahead of the tournament in France. Tornike Okriashvili tapped in from close range in the 39th minute to secure a surprise victory for Georgia at Getafe's Coliseum Alfonso Perez stadium. Spain, who have won the last two European Championships, had not lost since being beaten in a friendly by the Netherlands in March 2015 and came into their final warmup match after convincing wins against Bosnia and South Korea. The hosts, however, lacked a cutting edge against a well-organised Georgia side who defended deep after taking the lead.

Speak in one voice in times of external threat

Speak in one voice in times of external threat

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'It is nobody's contention that uncomfortable questions regarding national security should not be raised. But that is a topic for another day and another time when the immediate threat has faded,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

COVID-19: Modi's India sets a laudable example

COVID-19: Modi's India sets a laudable example

Rediff.com7 May 2020

With its gaze steadily fixed on the well-being of its people, the government is going about taking all the imperative measures that need to be taken to beat back the pandemic, observes B S Raghavan.

Europa PIX: Pepe spares Arsenal's blushes; United claim first away win in 12 games

Europa PIX: Pepe spares Arsenal's blushes; United claim first away win in 12 games

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Unai Emery's side were heading for a demoralising defeat, three days after losing meekly to Sheffield United in the Premier League, but substitute Pepe's late intervention kept the Gunners top of Group F with a maximum nine points.

It's an odd world out there! Here are 10 moments that prove it

It's an odd world out there! Here are 10 moments that prove it

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

Here's your weekly digest of odd, crazy moments from around the world

Patnaik meets PM Modi, asks for special status for Odisha

Patnaik meets PM Modi, asks for special status for Odisha

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and demanded special category status for his state as well as other assistance from the Centre but remained evasive on allying with National Democratic Alliance.

Champions League: 'Home comforts' for PSV against Atletico?

Champions League: 'Home comforts' for PSV against Atletico?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

PSV Eindhoven will miss striker Luuk de Jong when they entertain Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday.

EPL: Arsenal hit back to beat Stoke and move top

EPL: Arsenal hit back to beat Stoke and move top

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

Free-scoring Arsenal replaced Chelsea as Premier League leaders as goals either side of halftime by Theo Walcott and Mesut Ozil helped them recover from a slow start to beat Stoke City 3-1 on Saturday.

EPL: Man City hold Arsenal; Middlesbrough frustrate Swansea

EPL: Man City hold Arsenal; Middlesbrough frustrate Swansea

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

Images from the English Premier League matches played across England on Sunday.

Europa League: Arsenal lose and go through, Napoli win but out

Europa League: Arsenal lose and go through, Napoli win but out

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Borussia Dortmund snatched a late goal at Atalanta to progress with a 1-1 draw, while AC Milan and Atletico Madrid, both with three-goal leads from the away legs, completed the formality of qualifying with 1-0 wins at home on Thursday.

Injury updates of Germany v South Korea clash

Injury updates of Germany v South Korea clash

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

South Korea's faint hopes of reaching the last 16 of the World Cup have faded further with news that captain Ki Sung-yueng will miss their final group game against Germany.

#BestPhotos: 15 top shots you will EVER see

#BestPhotos: 15 top shots you will EVER see

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The 2015 edition of the Sony World Photography Awards, the world's biggest photography competition, has announced the shortlists.

Euro 2016: Spain counting on fresh faces for World Cup redemption

Euro 2016: Spain counting on fresh faces for World Cup redemption

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Spain are steadily turning to the next generation ahead of their Euro 2016 opener against the Czech Republic later on Monday as the defending champions look to redeem themselves after a miserable World Cup two years ago. For Spain's disappointing showing in 2014, coach Vicente del Bosque retained 16 of the squad that won the title in 2010, but only eight winners remain for Euro 2016, with players such as Alvaro Morata, Hector Bellerin and Thiago Alcantara introduced as part of a significant changing of the guard. Sergio Ramos is confident the new boys, five of whom were part of the 2013 European under 21-winning side, can lead Spain into a new golden era.

Iceland shaping up to be a true fan favourite at World Cup

Iceland shaping up to be a true fan favourite at World Cup

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

Iceland's president Gudni Thorlacius Johannesson has told Reuters that he wants even more soccer fans from around the world to join "Team Iceland" and share the joy as his tiny nation makes its World Cup debut in Russia.

Soccer Extras: Xhaka stripped of Arsenal captaincy and dropped

Soccer Extras: Xhaka stripped of Arsenal captaincy and dropped

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

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

'What auto slowdown are you talking about?'

'What auto slowdown are you talking about?'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

'The August phenomenon of decline in sales occurs every year.' 'What they have done cleverly is, using the economic slowdown as an excuse, they want a package from the government to compensate the expenditure they will incur while converting BS4 to BS6.' 'That's why they are making a hue and cry.'

Sports Shorts: Navratilova sorry for transgender 'cheat' claim

Sports Shorts: Navratilova sorry for transgender 'cheat' claim

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

Tennis: Kyrgios saves three match points to beat Nadal

Tennis: Kyrgios saves three match points to beat Nadal

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

The Australian fell to the floor in celebration after clinching the victory, before sticking a finger behind his ear and asking the raucous crowd to cheer louder.

World Cup: Neymar dazzles and disappoints as Brazil reach quarters

World Cup: Neymar dazzles and disappoints as Brazil reach quarters

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

The Paris St Germain forward was both architect and executioner for Brazil, who inflicted a seventh straight last-16 exit on the central Americans, sliding home in the second half and then teeing up Roberto Firmino late on.

Euro 2016: What Germany needs to do after opening win

Euro 2016: What Germany needs to do after opening win

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Germany defence must get better despite opening win.

World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew has named four talented youngsters, including three uncapped players, in his preliminary 27-man squad for Euro 2016.