News for 'las-vegas'

Mayweather jailed in battery case

Mayweather jailed in battery case

Rediff.com11 Sep 2010

US boxing champion was arrested on Friday in Las Vegas on suspicion of grand larceny and domestic battery after an ex-girlfriend accused him of beating her in front of their children, according to police and court documents.

The bet on Asia is paying off

The bet on Asia is paying off

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

A PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) report says the gaming industry he helped found in the former Portuguese colony and ruled for 40 years before the Chinese broke up his monopoly in 2001 will double its size, already twice that of Las Vegas, in the next four years.

NBA: Dallas Mavericks introduce India's Satnam Singh

NBA: Dallas Mavericks introduce India's Satnam Singh

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

The Dallas Mavericks introduced 19-year-old Satnam Singh Bhamra as the first-ever Indian NBA draft pick.

Vegas shooting rekindles debate on gun control laws in US

Vegas shooting rekindles debate on gun control laws in US

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Experts believe that the incident, which US President Donald Trump termed as an "act of pure evil", is unlikely to bridge the bitter differences between the pro- and anti-gun control law lobbies in the country.

Rochelle and Keith's US getaway

Rochelle and Keith's US getaway

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Looking for a destination for your 2021 travel bucket list?

Zelenskyy Is On The Move!

Zelenskyy Is On The Move!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who is reported to live in several bunkers in the Kyiv area to protect himself from Russian assassins, visited the towns of Irpin and Bucha, outside Kyiv, for the first time since Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine began on February 24, 2022.

Clinton or Trump. Who won the third US presidential debate?

Clinton or Trump. Who won the third US presidential debate?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Tell us, dear readers, who came out on top in this debate.

Mohtesham Ali wins Musclemania bronze

Mohtesham Ali wins Musclemania bronze

Rediff.com24 Nov 2008

Mir Mohtesham Ali Khan, the acclaimed bodybuilder from Hyderabad, brought the rare honor to the country by winning the bronze medal at the Musclemania World Tour competition, the highly respected World Bodybuilding Championship in Las Vegas, California. The 33-year-old Mohtesham Ali Khan won the bronze in the heavyweight category of the championship, held at the Grand Hall of Golden Nugget Hotel in Las Vegas on Saturday.

O J Simpson convicted for robbery, kidnapping

O J Simpson convicted for robbery, kidnapping

Rediff.com4 Oct 2008

American football legend O J Simpson was on Saturday found guilty of kidnapping and armed robbery of two sports-memorabilia dealers in a Las Vegas hotel, 13 years after he was acquitted in the sensational double murder case of his ex-wife and her friend. Simpson, 61, faces possible life imprisonment. He will be sentenced on December 5.

Barcelona star Neymar makes a splash in UFC pool party

Barcelona star Neymar makes a splash in UFC pool party

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

To up the glamour, the Octagon girls joined Barcelona superstar Neymar.

Jairam Ramesh replaces Surjewala as Congress's communication head

Jairam Ramesh replaces Surjewala as Congress's communication head

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Strengthening the party's communication strategy to improve public engagement is foremost on the Congress agenda after Rahul Gandhi had stressed that they "have to go back to the people" at the Udaipur meeting.

When Praveen got Khali's cell number

When Praveen got Khali's cell number

Rediff.com22 Dec 2008

Reader Praveen Raj sent us this picture from Las Vegas.

From Kerala to Turkey: How I Made It

From Kerala to Turkey: How I Made It

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

'Everybody thought I was crazy to quit my job and jump into entrepreneurship.'

Mob Museum to display FIFA's 'rampant corruption'

Mob Museum to display FIFA's 'rampant corruption'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

A Las Vegas museum devoted to the exploits of Tommy gun-wielding mobsters will open a permanent display that explores the "rampant corruption" of global soccer's scandal-rocked governing body, which has drawn comparisons to organized crime.

Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of Muhammad Ali, wins pro fight debut

Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of Muhammad Ali, wins pro fight debut

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Ali Walsh, who wore trunks made for grandfather Muhammad Ali, knocked down his opponent Weeks midway through the first round before the referee stopped the fight at 1:49 of that round.

Boxer Pacquiao to come back from retirement later this year?

Boxer Pacquiao to come back from retirement later this year?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Manny Pacquiao is planning to fight again later this year, just three months after announcing his retirement from boxing, ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Barbie Honours COVID-19 Heroes

Barbie Honours COVID-19 Heroes

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Barbie has unveiled their #ThankYouHeroes global doll series featuring frontline workers.

Priyanka-Nick romance in France

Priyanka-Nick romance in France

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Priyanka Chopra posted an adorable picture on Instagram, sharing how she was spending her time with husband Nick Jonas.

Pacquiao's WBO welterweight bout in graft spotlight

Pacquiao's WBO welterweight bout in graft spotlight

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

The Philippines' anti-graft agency has initiated an inquiry into whether the police chief broke the law by visiting the United States last week to watch boxer Manny Pacquiao's WBO welterweight victory, a spokeswoman said on Friday.

A-Rod too tired to play

A-Rod too tired to play

Rediff.com27 Feb 2006

The American pulled out of the Las Vegas Open after three successive weeks of tennis

Haryana milkman's son creates history

Haryana milkman's son creates history

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Ten-Year-Old Shubham Jaglan wins second Junior World Golf title in two weeks.

Fury annihilates Wilder in heavyweight title rematch

Fury annihilates Wilder in heavyweight title rematch

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

In the highly-anticipated super fight rematch between the two titans, Tyson Fury took control late in the first round and never relinquished it, knocking down Deontay Wilder twice and bloodying him en route to the referee stopping the fight in the seventh where Wilder's corner threw in the towel.

Muhammad Ali's grandson Nico Ali Walsh signs pro boxing deal

Muhammad Ali's grandson Nico Ali Walsh signs pro boxing deal

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

Nico Ali Walsh, the grandson of former heavyweight champion and boxing legend Muhammad Ali, has signed a deal with Bob Arum's Top Rank Boxing and will have his first professional fight on August 14.

Jackson disguised as old lady to escape press

Jackson disguised as old lady to escape press

Rediff.com26 Nov 2003

The pop icon wore a long black dress, veil and hat to flee the luxurious Green Valley Ranch

Time to grow again?

Time to grow again?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

May be the strong United States growth will lead the world back to a period of growth and help us all put this painful recrimination behind us.

Trump pushes for ban on rapid-fire gun 'bump stocks'

Trump pushes for ban on rapid-fire gun 'bump stocks'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The bump stock device turns semi-automatic rifles into fully automatic weapons capable of firing hundreds of rounds a minute.

TOP SPORTS PHOTOS OF THE LAST 24 HOURS

TOP SPORTS PHOTOS OF THE LAST 24 HOURS

Rediff.com3 Mar 2012

San Diego Toreros' cheerleaders perform during the team's game against the Pepperdine Waves in the Zappos.com West Coast Conference Championships basketball tournament at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Trump says won't give up fighting for America

Trump says won't give up fighting for America

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

'We believe the American people deserve to have full transparency into all vote counting and election certification, and that this is no longer about any single election. 'This is about the integrity of our entire election process,' Trump said in a statement issued by his campaign on Friday.

Like Priyanka's look at the Billboard awards?

Like Priyanka's look at the Billboard awards?

Rediff.com2 May 2019

Priyanka goes for diamonds!

14 year old signed on by professional US soccer team

14 year old signed on by professional US soccer team

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Jacobs, who is 14 years, four months and 29 days old, signed a deal with the second tier United Soccer League club and could make his debut on Saturday against Las Vegas Lights FC.

Young Walcott parties while veteran Beckham reunites with wife

Young Walcott parties while veteran Beckham reunites with wife

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

David Beckham reunited in New York with his gorgeous wife Victoria while the young and upcoming Arsenal mid-fielder Theo Walcott was spotted enjoying his stag party in Las Vegas.

PIX: Jennifer Lopez, Mila Kunis at Billboard Awards

PIX: Jennifer Lopez, Mila Kunis at Billboard Awards

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Amazing music. Sizzling stars.

Will Pankhuri be the first Indian to win Miss Grand International?

Will Pankhuri be the first Indian to win Miss Grand International?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Here's what Pankhuri Gidwani was up to in the last few days before the finale.

World's 20 biggest hotels

World's 20 biggest hotels

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

With thousands of rooms, these hotels can accommodate many guests and offer the best of services to travellers. Here's a look at the world's 20 biggest hotels.

Smart gadgets you would love to own!

Smart gadgets you would love to own!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

One of the world's biggest trade shows, Consumer Electronics Show showcases some of the best tech innovations.

Trump threatens to file suits in all states won by Biden

Trump threatens to file suits in all states won by Biden

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Nevada is the fourth State where the Trump Campaign has filed a lawsuit. United States President Donald Trump, who has 214 votes so far, has filed lawsuits in Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan and demanded recounting of votes in Wisconsin.

'I don't think I will die so fast'

'I don't think I will die so fast'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'My wife, family members as well as members of the workers will be trustees.' 'The trust will take all decisions -- no family member can individually take any decision.'

Nixie: The incredible drone that'll blow your mind!

Nixie: The incredible drone that'll blow your mind!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The cute new drone that wraps itself around your wrist and also take selfies!

IN PICS: A fairy tale wedding

IN PICS: A fairy tale wedding

Rediff.com16 Aug 2014

Philanthropists Dinesh and Kalpana Patel share colours of tradition from their daughter's wedding

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

These 8 images prove that we live in a wonderfully weird world.