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Special UN meet to honour Nelson Mandela on 95th birthday

A special meeting of the United Nations General Assembly will mark Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18, honouring the South African anti-apartheid leader's contributions to democracy,......

I am not mad at Obama: Bill Clinton

Former United States President Bill Clinton on Monday said he was not a racist and he is 'not and never was mad' at Barack Obama, who defeated his wife in the racially-charged Democratic......

Obama hit below the belt with castration comment

Politicians must always beware of microphones especially during studio interviews, on the off-chance that it may not be switched off. This must rank as one of the basic lessons in politics,......

African-American leader flays Bill Clinton remarks

A prominent Democrat African-American leader has sharply criticised some of Bill Clinton's remarks against presidential hopeful Barack Obama, which could have an adverse effect on his wife Hillary......

I made mistakes in Hillary's campaign: Clinton

Former United States President Bill Clinton has said that he learned a lesson from the verbal duel between his wife Hillary and her main Democratic rival Barack Obama, which erupted after comments......

Why Indian IT firms may face bigger US visa hurdle this year

According to experts, while allegations against Indian IT firms of visa misuse are nothing new, this time the scrutiny could be much greater Earlier this month, reports surfaced that two of the......

IMF: Incompetence by design or default?

Part I: Is the IMF incompetent or... They no longer use bullets and ropes. They use the World Bank and the IMF Jesse Jackson The seeds of the present consternation in the global financial......

Prince no more: Fans, peers pay tribute to legendary musician

Fans and fellow musicians have paid glowing tributes to legendary musician Prince, who passed away on Thursday in his Paisley Park Studios in Minneapolis. Actress Whoopi Goldberg tweeted:......

J-Lo gets million dollar ring

Pop diva JenniferLopezwas gifted a $1 million engagement ring by her singer husband Marc Anthonyto celebrate their first wedding anniversary on June 5.'It sounds odd, but Marc and Jennifer were......

STUNNING! Jessica Chastain on the Oscars red carpet

Hollywood's biggest stars attended the 94th Annual Academy Awards to honour the talent that contributes to every unforgettable film. Kevin Costner rubbed shoulders with Nicole Kidman while Benedict......

Casey Affleck: From Oceans to an Oscar by the Sea...

The journey of the star who swept the Best Actor of the Year awards at the Oscars, the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs. One of Casey Affleck's earliest movies was the Academy darling Good Will......

Brad Pitt to produce stalled Marilyn Monroe biopic

Brad Pitt has signed up to produce an Australian filmmaker's stalled Marilyn Monroe biopic, according to reports.The 48-year-old star has stepped in to help director Andrew Dominik get his......

Sha'Carri Wins Her First Gold At Last!

For five years now, ever since the then 19 year old ran the 100 metres US collegiate race in 10.75 seconds and become one of the 10 fastest women in history, Sha'Carri Richardson has been the......

Images: Ali leads tributes to Joe Frazier

Boxing greats paid their respects to former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier during a private funeral at the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, in Philadelphia. 'Smokin' Joe' fought with......

Kapil wins Global Diversity Award for Sport 2011

India's first World Cup winning captain Kapil Dev has been chosen for the Global Diversity Award for Sports 2011 for his outstanding achievements in cricket and his recent induction into the ICC......

There will never be another Muhammad Ali...the world reacts

IMAGE: Boxing great Muhammad Ali waves to the crowd. Photograph: John Sommers II/File Photo/Reuters. Former world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali died on Friday, aged 74. Following are......

Women's WC: Harmanpreet's fifty in vain; NZ thrash India

Images from the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup match between India and New Zealand in Hamilton on Thursday. Scorecard IMAGE: India’s Harmanpreet Kaur a reacts. Photograph: Andy......

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