The perils of 'multiculturalism'

There's an interesting debate occurring in the US, accelerated by a Washington Times commentary by Cal Thomas, who posits that "When Muslims gain political power, the historical and contemporary......

Steve Jobs on life, love and death

"Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower," Steve Jobs. And how well these words describe the man himself. For a man who takes home an annual salary of $1, it is surprising that......

'US years away from full recovery'

One of America's most authoritative bankers has said that a full economic recovery is still years away, adding that by the time it ends, this recession could be the deepest and longest to hit the......

his univ targets the world's pressing problems

Consider this: An intensive 9-week, 10-day, or 3-day programme involving ten future-looking technologies and disciplines. If you are interested in the 10-week course, you need to be a super-smart......

America's best- and worst-paying jobs

When we first looked at America's best- and worst-paying jobs a year back, we asked the question, "Why do financially pushy parents want their children to marry doctors?" Our answer then: Because,......

Emmy 2016: Sofia Vergara, John Travolta rock the red carpet

While Priyanka Chopra made a stunning red carpet debut at the 68th Emmy Awards, a lot of Hollywood celebs impressed us with their sartorial sense as they arrived at the gala event looking......

Argo, Life of Pi win at Oscars 2013

The 85th Annual Academy Awards have been announced. Here's a quick glance at the winners, listed in bold: Best Picture Amour Argo Beasts of the Southern Wild Django Unchained Les......

Life Of Pi, Django Unchained bag Oscar nominations

The nominations for the 85th Academy Awards are out, and it has its fair share of surprises and expected nods. The nominations were announced by Emma Stone and Seth MacFarlene in Los Angeles. The......

Can a $3 million film win Best Picture

Shekhar Kapur once again brought luck to Kate Blanchett who received one of her two Oscar nominations for his historical drama Elizabeth: The Golden Age. She was also nominated in the supporting......

Johnson shoots 65 to share lead at Masters

IMAGE:  Dustin Johnson of the US after making a birdie on the 18th green during the first round. Photograph: Mike Segar/Reuters World number one Dustin Johnson was a model of precision as he......

Woods makes hot start at Augusta Masters

IMAGE: Tiger Woods on the 12th tee during the first round of the Augusta Masters at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on Thursday. Woods began on the back nine three hours later......

Europe regain Ryder Cup with dominant singles display

IMAGE: Team Europe's Francesco Molinari celebrates with captain Thomas Bjorn after winning the Ryder Cup at Le Golf National Guyancourt, France. Photograph: Carl Recine/Reuters Francesco Molinari......

Sports Shorts: Heena bags gold, Nivetha bronze in Hannover

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday   IMAGE: Heena Sidhu. Photograph: Jono Searle/Getty Images Indian shooter Heena Sidhu clinched the gold medal while compatriot P......

Sports Shorts: Briton Prescod claims shock 100m win

IMAGE: Great Britain's Reece Prescod celebrates winning the men's 100m. Photograph: Aly Song/Reuters British sprinter Reece Prescod foiled the local challengers and overcame world champion Justin......