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US decides its fate: And the faces say it all

US decides its fate: And the faces say it all

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

While Trump supporters celebrated the win with late night parties, deafening silence prevailed in Hillary Clinton camp.

REWIND: How England, Croatia fared in World Cup semis

REWIND: How England, Croatia fared in World Cup semis

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

A brief history of previous World Cup semi-final appearances by England and Croatia, ahead of their last four match at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium on Wednesday.

Looking at Hollywood's desi blockbusters

Looking at Hollywood's desi blockbusters

Rediff.com13 Jan 2010

The dubbed version of 2012 was one of the biggest hits this year.

Trump Tower renamed as 'Dump Tower' on Google Maps

Trump Tower renamed as 'Dump Tower' on Google Maps

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

If one searches for Trump Tower on Google Maps, they will not find that exact name there. Instead, they will find "Dump Tower," WPIX-TV reported.

How England's young lions match up with the heroes of 1990

How England's young lions match up with the heroes of 1990

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

England's World Cup 2018 team, and remarkable similarities emerge between the XI expected to start the semi-final against Croatia

Imran Khan and his team who promise a 'Naya Pakistan'

Imran Khan and his team who promise a 'Naya Pakistan'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

Many of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf members who emerged victorious have their own distinctive style. While there is an expectation of a 'Naya Pakistan' to emerge out of this political reversal, it seems the country is also set to embrace the party's 'Naya' style as well.

Slavery case: NRI couple denied bail

Slavery case: NRI couple denied bail

Rediff.com12 Jun 2007

If convicted, the couple could get up to 30 years in prison.

Slavery case: Indian American couple still in jail

Slavery case: Indian American couple still in jail

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

US District court judge Thomas Platt told the prosecution and defence lawyers on Monday that he was not satisfied with the bail agreement and fixed the next hearing for Wednesday.

Review: The Big C is a must watch

Review: The Big C is a must watch

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

There's really no reason why one should not watch The Big C, says Paloma Sharma.

Israeli PM vows to 'settle the score' after synagogue attack

Israeli PM vows to 'settle the score' after synagogue attack

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has promised a heavy-handed response after two Palestinians attacked a Jerusalem synagogue with a gun and meat cleavers, killing four rabbis and wounding eight others.

Boeing CEO Harry Stonecipher quits

Boeing CEO Harry Stonecipher quits

Rediff.com7 Mar 2005

He quit following an investigation into a relationship between him and a female executive of the company.

Money flows back into mid-caps

Money flows back into mid-caps

Rediff.com29 Sep 2005

Trueman diagnosed with cancer

Trueman diagnosed with cancer

Rediff.com13 May 2006

The 75-year-old former England fast bowler is undergoing treatment in Airedale Hospital in West Yorkshire.

'Not My President' protests continue across US against Trump

'Not My President' protests continue across US against Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Here's a look at some of the protests which has unravelled in America post the elections.

Shipping freight market defies ongoing trade war

Shipping freight market defies ongoing trade war

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Huge demand for dry bulk commodities such as iron ore, coal, and grain has helped the Index touch a five year high recently.

At NYC's Times Square, dial into an immigrant's tale

At NYC's Times Square, dial into an immigrant's tale

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Afghan-American artist Aman Mojadidi has introduced an interactive art installation "Once Upon a Place," which allows participants to listen to the stories of immigrants who moved to New York through the receivers of old pay phones --once a common sight on city streets.

PHOTOS: Merry Christmas, say the Australian cricketers

PHOTOS: Merry Christmas, say the Australian cricketers

Rediff.com25 Dec 2015

The Australian Test squad had a Christmas Day Luncheon at Crown Entertainment Complex in Melbourne. Here's a look at a few moments from the event

'NOT MY PRESIDENT' protests rage on for 4th day in America

'NOT MY PRESIDENT' protests rage on for 4th day in America

Rediff.com12 Nov 2016

Since Donald Trump's unexpected victory in the US presidential election on Tuesday, protests had emerged in major cities across the country, as thousands of people poured onto the streets to rail against the ascension of a man who had, at various points, belittled women, immigrants and numerous other groups.

Far Cry 5 is an immersive game

Far Cry 5 is an immersive game

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Much-needed modifications make the fifth instalment of the game stand out.

Oscars 2017: How the Best Picture mix-up unfolded

Oscars 2017: How the Best Picture mix-up unfolded

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Watch the entire episode picture by picture...

New York Times tops Trump's 'Fake News' awards

New York Times tops Trump's 'Fake News' awards

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Among other recipient of the US President's unique award were ABC News, CNN, Time and The Washington Post.

Sikh group seeks prosecution of Modi in Canada for 2002 riots

Sikh group seeks prosecution of Modi in Canada for 2002 riots

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

They have filed a complaint with the country's attorney general.

World's most spectacular train stations

World's most spectacular train stations

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

These architectural masterpieces have retained the flair of the era gone by and they still remain part of commuters' daily life.

Trump's travel ban claims life; woman dies after denied entry from Iraq

Trump's travel ban claims life; woman dies after denied entry from Iraq

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

A family from Detroit became the latest victim of United States President Donald Trump's ban on immigration and travel from seven predominately Muslim nations as the mother of a local business owner died as she could not return to the US for treatment.

Still living with 9/11

Still living with 9/11

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Sixteen years ago, the course of American history changed. Terrorists carried out four coordinated terror attacks killing 2,997 people, injuring over 6,000 people and leaving an indelible scar on people the world over. In the wake of the attack, the families of victims inaugurated a small museum on Liberty Street, Manhattan, called the 9/11 Tribute Center. In June of this year, the museum needing more space to redesign their exhibition after years of reflection reopened their museum at 92 Greenwich Street, now as a full and proper '9/11 Tribute Museum'. Here's a glimpse of the exhibit.

Woman wearing hijab set on fire on New York city street

Woman wearing hijab set on fire on New York city street

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The woman, who has not been identified, was walking on the city's Fifth avenue when an unidentified person set her blouse on fire using a lighter.

PHOTOS: Meet Australia's good luck charms

PHOTOS: Meet Australia's good luck charms

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Besides the Australian fans at Lord's Cricket Ground, most of the players had support in the form of their families and spouses.

3 reasons why fall in crude prices won't benefit India

3 reasons why fall in crude prices won't benefit India

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Usually, a fall in oil prices is followed with a cut in retail prices of auto fuels and the government passes on the benefit to consumers. However, Morgan Stanley believes gains this time around will remain capped.

ISL: Former Liverpool defender Riise joins Delhi Dynamos

ISL: Former Liverpool defender Riise joins Delhi Dynamos

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

FC Pune City also bolstered their defence by signing former Espanyol and Deportivo La Coruna defender Diego Colotto for the second edition of the eight-team league beginning on October 3.

Bending it like Beckham, Trippier is England's 'secret weapon'

Bending it like Beckham, Trippier is England's 'secret weapon'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

England's right-back Kieran Trippier is one of the World Cup's top performers.

What US looks like during a shutdown

What US looks like during a shutdown

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

A partial United States government shutdown over President Donald Trump's demand for $5.7 billion to build a wall along the US-Mexico border entered its 23rd day on Sunday making it the longest shuttering of federal agencies in the country's history, with no end in sight. The closure, which began on December 22, broke a decades-old record by a 1995-1996 shutdown under former US President Bill Clinton that lasted 21 days.

Netanyahu faces corruption charges, refuses to quit

Netanyahu faces corruption charges, refuses to quit

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

After a 14-month-long investigation, police announced that it found enough evidence to recommend the state's prosecution to indict 68-year-old Netanyahu.

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

The 77th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There were a few surprises and some expected nods. A quick glance at the winners, listed in bold.

What Hurricane Irma left behind

What Hurricane Irma left behind

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Hurricane Irma hopscotched up Florida's west coast making two landfalls and driving a wall of water and winds that submerged Miami. Here are some of the most telling images from the ground from Irma's path.

US steps up security after Paris attacks

US steps up security after Paris attacks

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

The Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are closely monitoring the events in Paris.

A wedding proposal, protests and scandal: Democratic Convention begins

A wedding proposal, protests and scandal: Democratic Convention begins

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The Democratic convention to anoint Hillary Clinton as the presidential nominee and make her the first woman flagbearer of any major American political party began on Monday.

Pope Francis gets rock-star welcome on maiden US visit

Pope Francis gets rock-star welcome on maiden US visit

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

In a rare gesture accorded to few foreign dignitaries, United States President Barack Obama and his family received the Pope at the Andrews Air Force base outside Washington

Gold seen as best bet abroad for now

Gold seen as best bet abroad for now

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Gold is seen as a preferred asset for all types of investors, even central banks.

Ex-Pak PM Nawaz Sharif barred from holding office for life

Ex-Pak PM Nawaz Sharif barred from holding office for life

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

A five-member bench, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Saqib Nisar, gave the unanimous verdict on several identical petitions pertaining to the duration of disqualification of a politician under Article 62(1)(f) of the Pakistan Constitution, reported Samaa TV.

10 Best Sports Photos of the Week!

10 Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Rediff.com has the best sports images from the events in the week gone by snapped right here...