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Champions League: Ronaldo ripe for Real return

Champions League: Ronaldo ripe for Real return

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo is eager to return to action as he prepares for his first start of the season when Real Madrid begin their Champions League defence on Wednesday against APOEL Nicosia, coach Zinedine Zidane said on Tuesday.

Football round-up: Rooney on target in 500th appearance

Football round-up: Rooney on target in 500th appearance

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Wayne Rooney marked his 500th game in English league football with a coolly-taken Panenka-style penalty for Derby County in their 1-1 draw against Fulham in the Championship on Friday. The 34-year-old ex-England and Manchester United captain, who made his debut for the Midlands club earlier this month after returning from a playing stint in the United States, cleverly chipped in a 55th minute penalty for the lead.

How far will you travel for music?

How far will you travel for music?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

A new found love for world music is compelling enough to make individuals travel.

Delhi's odd-even: Arvind Kejriwal joins carpool, real test on Monday

Delhi's odd-even: Arvind Kejriwal joins carpool, real test on Monday

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

The odd-even scheme faces a real test with reopening of offices, schools and other institutions after the extended weekend.

Why Omaha beckons Indian investors

Why Omaha beckons Indian investors

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Omaha is the Mecca of value investing.

Overworked Ronaldo claims he is close to best

Overworked Ronaldo claims he is close to best

Rediff.com30 Aug 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo admits that he suffered for pushing himself too much at the end of last season but is now close to his best as Real Madrid prepare to face Real Sociedad this weekend.

EPL: Liverpool's collapse continues; Chelsea held

EPL: Liverpool's collapse continues; Chelsea held

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

Twelve months ago Liverpool were ripping up the record books on the way to their first English top-flight title for 30 years but defeat by Everton on Saturday left them mulling a host of far less flattering statistics.

Farah sprints to 10,000m defence at Rio Olympics

Farah sprints to 10,000m defence at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

Britain's Mo Farah recovered from an early fall to sprint clear of the field in the home straight and retain his Olympic 10,000 metres title with a brilliant tactical display on Saturday.

England hit by injuries ahead of World Cup qualifiers

England hit by injuries ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

England players Wayne Rooney, Phil Jones and Glen Johnson have withdrawn from the squad for the country's World Cup qualifiers against Moldova and Ukraine through injury, the FA said on Sunday.

EPL PIX: Liverpool thrash Arsenal; Chelsea romp past Leicester

EPL PIX: Liverpool thrash Arsenal; Chelsea romp past Leicester

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Imperious Liverpool extended their Premier League home winning streak against Arsenal to six on Saturday with an easy 4-0 victory that lifted them to second in the table.

Top 8 instances of fan-related violence in Argentina

Top 8 instances of fan-related violence in Argentina

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Most of the deaths are related to fights between the barras bravas, Argentina's hooligan firms.

It's not too late to plan your New Year getaway!

It's not too late to plan your New Year getaway!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

An expert reveals how you can still get out of town for the upcoming long weekend.

PHOTOS: Obamas take a long hike at Yosemite National Park

PHOTOS: Obamas take a long hike at Yosemite National Park

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

The family vacation comes a week after the oldest daughter, Malia, graduated from the private Sidwell Friends School at an outdoor ceremony that the family attended.

Should YOU buy cancer insurance?

Should YOU buy cancer insurance?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

A cancer dedicated policy will provide a sum assured of Rs 20-25 lakh for a 30 year old for mere sum of Rs 4,500-6,000 per year (on an average) for a term of 35-40 years, which is even lesser than the cost of a weekend road trip with your loved ones

Now it's the Obamas' turn to say 'Wah Taj'

Now it's the Obamas' turn to say 'Wah Taj'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

Unable to visit the monument during his first visit to India, US President Barack Obama made enquiries about it with ASI guide. Kavita Chowdhury reports.

A soldier returns to Sri Lanka

A soldier returns to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

'As I went around Batticaloa, Trincomalee, Jaffna and Mannar, my mind went back to my visit in January 1990 at the fag end of the IPKFs mission in Sri Lanka,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

She made India fall in love with bread

She made India fall in love with bread

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Chef Aditi Handa, who is deeply invested in baking, makes the most delicious sourdough.

Why you shouldn't give your kid too many toys!

Why you shouldn't give your kid too many toys!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Here's why you need to think twice before spending too much money on your kids.

Why Bigg Boss contestants want Salman to lose his cool

Why Bigg Boss contestants want Salman to lose his cool

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

'I lose my cool only when someone crosses the limit.' 'But these people have become really smart.' 'They know they will be here for a long time if I lose my cool on them.'

La Liga: Alaves go fourth with victory over troubled Valencia

La Liga: Alaves go fourth with victory over troubled Valencia

Rediff.com6 Jan 2019

Struggling Rayo win at Valladolid after late penalty save

United, Chelsea and Spurs seek FA Cup salvation

United, Chelsea and Spurs seek FA Cup salvation

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

With dreams of European glory in tatters, Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur turn their attention to the FA Cup quarter-finals this weekend clinging to their last chance of silverware this season.

Pope becomes the newest entry on ISIS's enemy list

Pope becomes the newest entry on ISIS's enemy list

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

In a chilling new development, Habeeb Al Sadr, Iraq's ambassador to the Vatican, warned that Pope Francis could be on IS' list of targets, ahead of his visit to Albania this weekend and Turkey in November.

Hong Kong: 3 abducted Indian bizmen freed in police operation

Hong Kong: 3 abducted Indian bizmen freed in police operation

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

Three Indians held at gunpoint for three days by kidnappers in Hong Kong have been freed following a rare international operation. The three men - travelling on a business trip to Hong Kong -- were abducted within hours of their arrival on Saturday.

Why Shastri wants Arun as bowling coach despite Zaheer's appointment

Why Shastri wants Arun as bowling coach despite Zaheer's appointment

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Ravi Shastri's choice of bowling coach was always Bharat Arun and it is now apparent that Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) did not take the new head coach into confidence while recommending Zaheer Khan as the bowling coach.

Soccer PIX: Benzema header beats Sevilla; Napoli thrash Lecce

Soccer PIX: Benzema header beats Sevilla; Napoli thrash Lecce

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Real Madrid produced a gutsy performance to earn a 1-0 win at Sevilla, on Sunday, which took them level on points at the top of La Liga

9 Branded Watches That Look Expensive But Are Not

9 Branded Watches That Look Expensive But Are Not

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

9 Branded Watches That Look Expensive But Are Not

Chasing pack closer to Mercedes, says Hamilton

Chasing pack closer to Mercedes, says Hamilton

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

The gap between Mercedes and the rest has narrowed and Ferrari "have something up their sleeve" at this week's season-opening Australian Grand Prix, according to champion Lewis Hamilton.

Football Extras: Arsenal to face United in FA Cup fourth round

Football Extras: Arsenal to face United in FA Cup fourth round

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

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

Extras: 'Man United not ready to win title'

Extras: 'Man United not ready to win title'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

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

La Liga: Real looking to bury Atletico's title challenge

La Liga: Real looking to bury Atletico's title challenge

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

Real Madrid can bury Atletico's hopes of winning La Liga with a third straight victory against their city neighbours on Sunday that would leave the capital's second club trailing by six points.

Paris St Germain thrash AS Monaco to win Ligue 1 title

Paris St Germain thrash AS Monaco to win Ligue 1 title

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

Playing at the Parc des Princes against the team who denied them the title last year was the perfect occasion for PSG, owned by big-spenders Qatar Sports Investments since 2011, to wrap up their fifth title in the Qatari era.

The ODDEST moments of 2018

The ODDEST moments of 2018

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

These 22 bizarre photos are perfect examples of the weird and sometimes hilarious world we live in.

Contrasting fortunes: Another tale of two cities

Contrasting fortunes: Another tale of two cities

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

Barcelona must appreciate matching the club's record of nine wins and a draw in their first 10 games of a Liga campaign, especially after Real Madrid's defeat at Girona, coach Ernesto Valverde told a news conference on Monday.

Barca coach blames 'stupid mistakes' for Deportivo draw

Barca coach blames 'stupid mistakes' for Deportivo draw

Rediff.com13 Dec 2015

Angry Barcelona coach Luis Enrique blamed stupid mistakes after the La Liga pacesetters threw away a two goal lead to draw 2-2 at home to Deportivo La Coruna on Saturday. Barca have drawn their last two games in La Liga and could see Atletico Madrid draw level with them if they beat Athletic Bilbao on Sunday, ahead of their trip to the Club World Cup in Japan next week.

La Liga: Atletico looking to secure Champions League berth

La Liga: Atletico looking to secure Champions League berth

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Atletico Madrid have been unable to repeat the magnificent achievements of last season in this campaign but can congratulate themselves on a job well done if they secure a lucrative Champions League berth on Saturday.

Loev is a complex gay drama, the kind we rarely see

Loev is a complex gay drama, the kind we rarely see

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

The real achievement of the film, which is now available worldwide on Netflix, is that it resists the temptations of the genre.

EPL updates: Klopp gives green light to Salah

EPL updates: Klopp gives green light to Salah

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Salah was seen training with a protective cast on his forearm this week but Klopp dismissed any fresh injury concern relating to the Egyptian.

Football Extras: Allegri's decisions under spotlight after Juve swept aside

Football Extras: Allegri's decisions under spotlight after Juve swept aside

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

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

Football Briefs: Rangers name Gerrard as manager

Football Briefs: Rangers name Gerrard as manager

Rediff.com4 May 2018

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

My life, my style: Nachiket Barve

My life, my style: Nachiket Barve

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

Mumbai-based designer Nachiket Barve talks about his favourite things.