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Trump picks anti-vaccine activist as health secretary

Trump picks anti-vaccine activist as health secretary

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

President-elect Donald Trump announced a slate of key Cabinet nominations, including tapping former Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his Secretary of Health and Human Services and former Congressman Doug Collins of Georgia as Secretary for Veterans Affairs. Trump also named Jay Clayton as US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Todd Blanche as Deputy Attorney General, and Dean John Sauer as Solicitor General of the United States.

Zaheer To Quit Mumbai Indians? Headed To?

Zaheer To Quit Mumbai Indians? Headed To?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Zaheer Khan is set to leave Mumbai Indians to take up the role of mentor at Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025.

Cricket Queens Reunion At Ambani Wedding

Cricket Queens Reunion At Ambani Wedding

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The Ambani wedding in Mumbai wasn't just a star-studded affair, it was a reunion for Indian cricket royalty -- past and present.

Applications invited for Rhodes Scholarship 2014

Applications invited for Rhodes Scholarship 2014

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Selected students from India will win a fully funded scholarship to pursue a master's programme at the Oxford University in the UK in 2014.

4 Indians among Rhodes scholars this year

4 Indians among Rhodes scholars this year

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

The scholars are awarded for their outstanding scholarly achievements, character, commitment to others and to the common good.

Why Sridhar was chosen over Rhodes as fielding coach

Why Sridhar was chosen over Rhodes as fielding coach

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Chairman of selectors MSK Prasad claimed R Sridhar is one of the best fielding coaches in the world.

Kirsten keen to hire Rhodes, Upton

Kirsten keen to hire Rhodes, Upton

Rediff.com13 Jun 2011

Former India coach Gary Kirsten, who was appointed the Proteas' new coach last week, said he is looking to employ his former teammate and fielding ace Jonty Rhodes and world renowned sports psychologist Paddy Upton, who was with him in the coaching staff of the World Cup-winning Indian team.

Is Ayush Badoni the new king of sixes?

Is Ayush Badoni the new king of sixes?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Ayush Badoni, who hit a record 19 sixes, believes his ability to time the ball is the reason behind a record-smashing 55-ball 165 runs effort in the Delhi Premier League match against North Delhi Strikers.

What Gambhir Wants From BCCI...

What Gambhir Wants From BCCI...

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Gambhir, currently the mentor of IPL 2024 Champions Kolkata Knight Riders, wants complete control of the team if he takes over as head coach.

Rhodes, incumbents appear for Indian support staff interviews

Rhodes, incumbents appear for Indian support staff interviews

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

After a total of 18 interviews for the batting and bowling coaches were conducted on Monday, the MSK Prasad-led senior selection committee resumed the process on Tuesday.

Fielding is all about attitude: Rhodes

Fielding is all about attitude: Rhodes

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

Stating that players of Sachin Tendulkar's calibre would not be playing forever, former South Africa cricketer Jonty Rhodes said it is important that the youngsters who emerge from tournaments like the Indian Premier League are good all-round cricketers.

Legends return: Sachin, Lara set for epic T20 clash

Legends return: Sachin, Lara set for epic T20 clash

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The eagerly awaited International Masters League (IML) is set to electrify the cricketing world, uniting legendary players from six cricketing powerhouses-India, Sri Lanka, Australia, England, South Africa, and West Indies-for an exhilarating T20 franchise tournament.

LSG owner evasive on KL Rahul's future, captaincy

LSG owner evasive on KL Rahul's future, captaincy

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Sanjiv Goenka said they are yet to arrive at a decision and are waiting for the BCCI to release the rules regarding retention.

Meet Mohit Agrawal who refused Rhodes Scholarship

Meet Mohit Agrawal who refused Rhodes Scholarship

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

The Indian American and Princeton graduate turned down Rhodes and Marshall scholarships will now be studying Economic Policy Evaluation and Planning at the National University of Ireland, Galway

American Rhode wins record sixth medal in six Games

American Rhode wins record sixth medal in six Games

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

American shooter Kim Rhode won the bronze medal in women's skeet shooting on Friday, an honour that put her in an elite record-holding group of just five other athletes who have won a medal in six different Olympic Games. The Californian and three-time gold medallist also became the first sportswoman in history to win medals in six consecutive Games. It was a record that almost did not happen.

Adorable India Rhodes marks Yoga Day, or so it seems!

Adorable India Rhodes marks Yoga Day, or so it seems!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

The former South African cricketer posted a picture of his adorable daughter stretching in bed and Jonty gave the photograph a relevant spin.

Want to be a Rhodes Scholar? Apply now!

Want to be a Rhodes Scholar? Apply now!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

Apply for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship and stand a chance to study at the Oxford University in London or participate in a theatre workshop in Mumbai. Read on for details.

Record-breaking American Rhode wins skeet gold

Record-breaking American Rhode wins skeet gold

Rediff.com29 Jul 2012

Shooter Kimberley Rhode etched her name into the annals of great American Olympians on Sunday when she easily won the women's skeet gold medal to become the first U.S. competitor to win individual medals in five consecutive Games.

Meet the world's MOST influential Rhodes scholars

Meet the world's MOST influential Rhodes scholars

Rediff.com22 Nov 2011

The Rhodes scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to people who perform exceptionally well in academics, sports and community service. Winners of the scholarship are given the opportunity to study at the prestigious Oxford University. We profile some of the notable personalities who have won the scholarship.

Atishi Marlena In Delhi's Hot Seat

Atishi Marlena In Delhi's Hot Seat

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Delhi battlefield may not be a cakewalk for the Rhodes Scholar.

Rhodes Scholarships India-2007

Rhodes Scholarships India-2007

Rediff.com10 Jul 2006

Applications are invited from outstanding graduates for the Rhodes Scholarships India-2007, for a course of study leading to a degree of the University of Oxford (UK).

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan on Wednesday assumed the role of Lucknow Super Giants team mentor.

It will be great to see de Villiers play in T20 World Cup: Rhodes

It will be great to see de Villiers play in T20 World Cup: Rhodes

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

South Africa must do anything to win the T20 World Cup to held later this year, including exploring the option of bringing back the great AB de Villiers from retirement, former player Jonty Rhodes said. The 36-year-old de Villiers hasn't played international cricket for nearly two years, having announced his retirement in May 2018. It was later revealed that he made an offer to play the 50-over World Cup last year, but was turned down by the national selectors.

I had the right attitude: Rhodes

I had the right attitude: Rhodes

Rediff.com3 Dec 2004

Why's Jonty Flying To Hubli?

Why's Jonty Flying To Hubli?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'Should be a "fun" flight to Hubli in this weather, on that plane #wetmumbai #BNI #speaker'.

Whatmore, Rhodes in contention for Pakistan coach job

Whatmore, Rhodes in contention for Pakistan coach job

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

Former World Cup-winning Sri Lanka coach Dav Whatmore and ex-South Africa player Jonty Rhodes are in the reckoning for coaching positions with the Pakistan cricket team, PCB chairman Zaka Ashraf said.

I gave myself a voice: Rhodes Scholar Vinay Nayak

I gave myself a voice: Rhodes Scholar Vinay Nayak

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Rhodes Scholar Vinay Nayak, a senior at Yale and an expert in using the Internet for citizen engagement, talks about his achievements.

Jonty Rhodes keen on ICL, but on backfoot

Jonty Rhodes keen on ICL, but on backfoot

Rediff.com28 Jul 2007

Former South African player Jonty Rhodes is keen on joining the breakaway Indian Cricket League (ICL), but is not sure whether he will be seen as a prospective candidate by the 'rebels'.

Rhodes on why England's cricketers will struggle in India

Rhodes on why England's cricketers will struggle in India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Former South African batsman Jonty Rhodes, who has plied his trade in India both as a cricketer and a coach, feels England will find it difficult to cope with the Indian conditions during the upcoming Test series.

Staff first, money later for new India coach Gambhir

Staff first, money later for new India coach Gambhir

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

The financial nitty-gritties of Gautam Gambhir's appointment as India's head coach are yet to be worked out but that's the "last of his concerns" right now

3 Indian students chosen for Rhodes scholarship

3 Indian students chosen for Rhodes scholarship

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

Past Rhodes scholars from America who have studied at Oxford University include president Bill Clinton, the newly elected Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal and the eminent surgeon and bestselling writer Atul Gawande.

Indian batsmen can outclass SA pace attack, says Rhodes

Indian batsmen can outclass SA pace attack, says Rhodes

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

Former cricketer Jonty Rhodes believes Indian batsmen can perform well against the South African pace attack in the three-Test series later this year.

Four Indian Americans among 32 Rhodes scholars

Four Indian Americans among 32 Rhodes scholars

Rediff.com20 Nov 2006

On Sunday, 32 Americans from campuses across the country were named as Rhodes scholars, who will study at Oxford University starting next year.

The success story of an Indian who won the Rhodes scholarship

The success story of an Indian who won the Rhodes scholarship

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

Mohit Agrawal had previously turned down the final Rhodes interview previously and vied for the Mitchell scholarship, the Irish version of Rhodes because he thought studying in Ireland would be more exciting than being in the United Kingdom on a Rhodes Scholarship. Here's his journey.

Spotted: Jonty Rhodes in Delhi

Spotted: Jonty Rhodes in Delhi

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Reader Manu Deep sent us this picture from Delhi.

Sri Lanka rope in Jonty Rhodes for short stint to improve fielding

Sri Lanka rope in Jonty Rhodes for short stint to improve fielding

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Sri Lankan cricketers are to get fielding tips from the man who pretty much revolutionized the art after former South African player Jonty Rhodes agreed to a short stint with them.

This Rhodes scholar worked as a grocery store checker

This Rhodes scholar worked as a grocery store checker

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

Meet Indian-American Aysha Bagchi who is perhaps the most traveled of the 32 Rhodes Scholars for 2012. She shares her journey here.

Indian cricketers lack knowledge on basics of fielding:  Rhodes

Indian cricketers lack knowledge on basics of fielding: Rhodes

Rediff.com17 Oct 2011

Jonty Rhodes talks about India's lack of fielding basics and why he wouldn't take up Team India's fielding coach job.

Looking forward to Jonty Rhodes in Bigg Boss 5?

Looking forward to Jonty Rhodes in Bigg Boss 5?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

The former cricketer is the latest celebrity to be roped in for the reality show's fifth season.