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Everything you need to know about Ahwar Shaikh: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

R-Patz and K-Stew call it quits!

May 19, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Washington, May 19 (ANI): Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have parted ways after dating for more than three years, according to reports.

Wayne Rooney asks Ben Howard to sign guitar

May 18, 2013 at 3:50 PM

London, May 18 (ANI): Wayne Rooney has added a guitar signed by double Brit award winner Ben Howard to his collection.

Beyonce pregnant with second child?

May 18, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) Singer-songwriter Beyonce Knowles is reportedly pregnant with her second child with rapper husband Jay-Z.

Bomb-detecting robots to boost security at Football World Cup 2014 in Brazil

May 18, 2013 at 10:54 AM

London, May 18 (ANI): To increase the security at the upcoming Football World Cup in Brazil in 2014, the Brazil government will reportedly use a fleet of robots that are usually used to neutralize roadside bombs and inspect areas for traces of explosives.

Beyonce 'pregnant' for second time

May 18, 2013 at 10:54 AM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): Beyonce and her husband Jay-Z are expecting their second child, according to reports.

Microsoft warns about rise in computer viruses worldwide

May 18, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): A Microsoft security expert said that computer viruses are on a rise worldwide once again after years of being less popular amongst computer attackers.

Jennifer Hudson returns to 'American Idol'

May 17, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Washington, May 17(ANI): Jennifer Hudson graced the stage of singing reality TV show 'American Idol' in the finale episode on Thursday night.

Wenger to stay on at Arsenal despite move rumours

May 17, 2013 at 2:22 PM

London, May 17 (ANI): Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has insisted that he will be staying on at the club and will not be joining the list of high-profile changes following the retirements of David Beckham and Sir Alex Ferguson.

Britons think Russell Brand, Kesha are smelliet-looking

May 17, 2013 at 1:02 PM

London, May 17 (IANS) Comic actor Russell Brand has been voted as the smelliest-looking male celebrity in show business, while singer Kesha topped the female list in a poll.

Russell Brand named 'smelliest-looking celeb'

May 17, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Russell Brand has been named as the smelliest-looking male celebrity in showbusiness.

Baby born drunk after heavily pregnant mum goes on binge drinking spree

May 17, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 17 (ANI): A woman in Poland is facing jail time after she gave birth to her premature son, who had severe alcohol poisoning at nearly 23 times the drink-drive limit, due to the high liquor levels in his mother's bloodstream.

Benfica coach Jesus proud of team

May 16, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Amsterdam, May 16 (IANS) Benfica coach Jorge Jesus was disappointed by the 1-2 loss of his side to Chelsea in the final of the Europa League here but said he was proud of the performance of his players.

Men's upper body strength key factor in determining political motivation: Study

May 16, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Men's upper body strength can predict their political motivation about economic redistribution, a study has revealed.

New technology offers to keep fruits and veggies fresh for longer period

May 16, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Scientists have proposed the use of a new technology that promises to keep fruits, vegetables and cut flowers fresh for longer period, reducing the billions of dollars of loss incurred each year from wastage.

Gillespie calls new album a `psychedelic experiment'

May 16, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Madrid, May 16 (IANS/EFE) Bobby Gillespie and Primal Scream are back with "More Light", a high-energy album that erases any doubts about the direction of the Scottish band's musical career.

Nicole Kidman to endorse Jimmy Choo

May 15, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Los Angeles, May 15 (IANS) Actress Nicole Kidman has been chosen by high-end shoe company Jimmy Choo as the new face of its fall campaign.

Angie's choice heroic: Brad Pitt

May 15, 2013 at 2:14 PM

Los Angeles, May 15 (IANS) Actress Angelina Jolie opted for a double mastectomy to reduce her risk of getting breast cancer and her partner Brad Pitt hails her decision calling it a "heroic step".

Putin, Netanyahu to continue efforts to resolve Syria crisis

May 15, 2013 at 6:22 AM

Sochi (Russia), May 15 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia and Israel will continue cooperation in an effort to resolve the situation in Syria, Russian President Vladimir Putin said following talks with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Oz group creates 'BringRonaldoHome' campaign to get him back to Man U

May 14, 2013 at 2:46 PM

London, May 14 (ANI): A small team of Australian's have created a unique crowd-funding platform where fans of Manchester United can come together to raise funds to buy back their favourite football player, Cristiano Ronaldo.

Why ripe strawberries smell so distinctive

May 14, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Washington, May 14 (ANI): Scientists from the Technische Universitat Munchen (TUM) have identified the compound that gives ripe strawberries their characteristic caramel-like aroma.

First Sikh nominated to Provincial Assembly in Pakistan

May 13, 2013 at 8:06 PM

Amritsar, May 13 (ANI): In a major initiative, the Pakistan Muslim League (N) which has registered a landslide victory in Pakistan elections, today nominated first Sikh member Ramesh Singh Arora to the provincial assembly.

Mercury rises to 46.4 degrees, heat wave sweeps Odisha

May 11, 2013 at 8:46 PM

Bhubaneswar, May 11 (IANS) The heat wave continued to sweep Odisha Saturday, with one town recording over 46 degrees Celsius, an official said.

Halle Berry shows baby bump

May 11, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Los Angeles, May 11 (IANS) Hollywood actress Halle Berry, who is expecting her first child with fiance Oliver Martinez, showed her baby bump during a morning workout.

Yahoo! considering bid for Hulu to add video service

May 11, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 11 (ANI): Yahoo! Inc. is considering bidding for Hulu LLC's streaming-TV service.

Ole-Ole drummer Juan Tarodo dies

May 10, 2013 at 10:54 AM

Madrid, May 10 (IANS/EFE) The drummer for the popular 1980s band Ole-Ole, Juan Tarodo, has died of leukemia, Spain's SGAE composers and music publishers association said Thursday. He was 52.

Napoli snatch Champions League berth, Milan come closer

May 9, 2013 at 6:53 PM

Rome, May 9 (IANS) Napoli beat Bologna 3-0 to book a Champions League football berth for next season, while AC Milan came closer to that spot after thrashing Pescara 4-0 in Italian Serie A.

Turkey will be good host for U-20 World Cup: Blatter

May 9, 2013 at 6:08 PM

Ankara, May 9 (IANS) FIFA President Sepp Blatter said he is confident that Turkey will put on a good organisation as the host of next month's FIFA U-20 World Cup.

How climate change affects iceberg production by Greenland glaciers

May 9, 2013 at 4:24 PM

Washington, May 9 (ANI): A sophisticated computer model that provides a new insight into the impact of climate change on the production of icebergs by Greenland glaciers has revealed that the shape of the ground beneath the ice has a strong effect on its movement.

Sara Leonardi-McGrath 'proud of step-daughter's art work'

May 9, 2013 at 3:28 PM

Melbourne, May 09 (ANI): Sara Leonardi-McGrath, who sells paintings for thousands of dollars to Sydney's high society, is proud of her step-daughter Holly McGrath's art work.

New high-tech hangers offer shopping tips to boost sale

May 9, 2013 at 1:12 PM

Tokyo, May 9 (ANI): New high-tech hangers can now do the job of salesclerk by suggesting matching items to generate a bigger sale.

Economy will recover in 2014: Spanish PM

May 9, 2013 at 11:04 AM

Madrid, May 9 (IANS/EFE) Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy called Wednesday for staying the course on the reforms implemented by his government and said that adjusting the deficit target had avoided "the strangulation" of society.

Russian deputy PM steps down

May 9, 2013 at 2:00 AM

Moscow, May 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian deputy prime minister Vladislav Surkov has stepped down, the Kremlin said Wednesday, amid increasing tensions over the embattled Skolkovo innovation hub that has been targeted by law enforcement agencies.

Gunmen kill 3 Yemeni pilots in drive-by shooting

May 8, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Aden, May 8 (Xinhua-ANI): Three military pilots of the Yemeni air forces were shot dead by suspected al-Qaida gunmen in the restive southern province of Lahj on Wednesday morning, a government official told Xinhua.

Once-a-day pill effectively blocks ragweed allergy symptoms

May 8, 2013 at 2:40 PM

Washington, May 8 (ANI): A once-daily tablet containing a high dose of a key ragweed pollen protein can offer relief from the runny noses, sneezes, nasal congestion and itchy eyes experienced by ragweed allergy sufferers, a new study suggests.

Justin Bieber fined for rash driving in Dubai

May 8, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Dubai, May 8 (ANI): Justin Bieber was fined by the Dubai Police for crossing the speed limit as he raced to his concert in his 1.5million-dollar Lamborghini Avendator on Sunday.

Siberian children will start Winter Olympic flame relay

May 7, 2013 at 2:40 PM

Athens, May 7 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Children from one of the world's most remote regions will start the Olympic flame relay for next year's Winter Games in Sochi.

Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn make 'red carpet debut' at Met Gala

May 7, 2013 at 11:52 AM

Washington, May 07(ANI): Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the Met Gala in New York on Monday.

Join hands to combat corruption: FIFA urges federations

May 6, 2013 at 3:20 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) FIFA vice president Ali Bin Hussein Monday said that federations around the world needed to work together to get rid of corruption in football.

Stoning not supported by Islamic law, says Qatar scholar

May 5, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Doha, May 5 (ANI): An article in a Qatari magazine that the stoning of adulterous married husbands or wives was not supported by Islamic law is set to ignite a heated debate in the country.

Deep brain stimulation helps cut alcohol intake in rats

May 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Washington, May 5 (ANI): Deep brain stimulation (DBS) - in the form of high-frequency stimulation (HFS) of the nucleus accumbens shell (AcbSh) - in alcoholic rats consistently reduced alcohol consumption in the animals, a new study has found.

Beyonce strips off to bikini in more H 'n' M ads

May 4, 2013 at 3:40 PM

London, May 04(ANI): Beyonce sends hearts racing in an ad campaign for high street store H 'n' M's summer designs as she sprawls out in a sexy yellow bikini.

Saleh lifts 29th Asian Snooker Championship trophy

May 4, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Islamabad, May 4 (IANS) Afghan cueist Saleh Muhammad lifted his first amateur Asian trophy as he won the 29th Asian Snooker Championship in Pakistan's port city of Karachi.

Gareth Bale to stay on at Spurs, says Andre Villas-Boas

May 3, 2013 at 2:12 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspurs manager Andre Villas-Boas has said star player Gareth Bale will stay on at the club for the next season irrespective of whether or not the team wins the Champions Trophy, following Bale's recent crowning as PFA Footballer of the Year and Young Football Player of the Year.

Rose Byrne strips down for shoot

May 3, 2013 at 2:28 AM

Los Angeles, May 3 (IANS) Australian actress Rose Byrne went topless for a photo shoot for new US magazine. She only wore a scarf with a high-waist trouser for it.

AIFF congratulates new AFC president Shaikh Salman

May 2, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has congratulated Shaikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa who was chosen the new Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president in Kuala Lumpur Thursday.

How fluoride fights tooth decay

May 2, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Washington, May 2 (ANI): The 50-year-old mystery as to how the fluoride in drinking water, toothpastes, mouth rinses and other oral-care products prevents tooth decay, may have finally been solved.

Boston bombing suspect could avoid death penalty in exchange for attacks information

May 1, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Washington, May. 1 (ANI): Boston bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev could avoid death penalty if he provided information about the attacks to investigators.

Majority of Americans think 'another terror strike likely in US' after Boston bombings: Poll

May 1, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Washington, May. 1 (ANI): Majority of Americans are concerned over another terrorist attack in the country after the Boston Marathon bombings, a new poll has shown.

Russell Brand to fight half-million-dollar lawsuit

May 1, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Los Angeles, May 1 (IANS) Russell Brand will reportedly head to a court later this month to fight a half-a-million-dollar lawsuit after a security guard said the actor-comedian almost ran him over.

Scar-Jo kicks 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' baddie on film set

May 1, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Washington, May.1 (ANI): Scarlett Johansson was seen knocking a man to the ground with a well-placed kick to his chest in behind-the-scenes shots of 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier.'

AFC to elect new chief in first post-Hammam election

April 30, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Kuala Lumpur, April 30 (IANS) The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is this week set to elect its new chief who will have an uphill battle to refurbish the image and reputation of Asian football's governing body left tarnished by its disgraced former boss Mohamed Bin Hammam.

Chris Tucker makes $1m profit on LA mansion sale

April 30, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): Chris Tucker has reportedly sold his Los Angeles mansion and banked a huge profit of 1 million dollars on its sale.

Musharraf may be kidnapped, Pakistani authorities fear

April 30, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Islamabad, April 30 (IANS) Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf, who has returned home after over four years in self-exile, may be kidnapped, the interior ministry fears.

'Teen Mom' star Farrah Abraham's sex tape fetches nearly $1M

April 30, 2013 at 11:24 AM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): Former MTV's 'Teen Mom' star Farrah Abraham's fame-boosting sex tape has reportedly been sold for nearly 1 million dollars.

2 new exoplanets identified

April 30, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): An international team of astronomers has identified and characterized two new exoplanets thanks to combined observations from the Kepler space telescope plus the SOPHIE and HARPS-N spectrographs.

Syrian PM on TV after surviving assassination

April 29, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Damascus, April 29 (IANS) Syrian Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi was seen on state TV's live report meeting government officials Monday after surviving an assassination attempt in Damascus.

'True Grit' may soon be the latest personality trait

April 29, 2013 at 11:16 AM

London, Apr 29 (ANI): 'True Grit' fans may argue over the superiority of John Wayne's Oscar-winning portrayal of Marshal Rooster Cogburn in 1969 and Jeff Bridges' best-actor-nominated effort in 2011.

Most of popular Australian politicians' twitter followers 'fake'

April 28, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Sydney, Apr.28 (ANI): Twitter followers of Australia's famous politicians suggest that they are high in terms of popularity, but it has emerged that these figures are targeted and inflated by 'spam bots', a test conducted on the social media analysis platforms has revealed.

Celine Dion's son loves high heels

April 28, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Los Angeles, April 28 (IANS) Singer Celine Dion's two-year-old son Nelson loves walking around in his mother's high heels.

Premier League champions Man U 'eyeing' Dortmund 'golden boy' Lewandowski

April 26, 2013 at 11:48 AM

London, Apr. 26 (ANI): Manchester United is reportedly eyeing star Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Lewandowski following the momentous victory of Dortmund against Real Madrid in the Champions League.

Fred Amoroso resigns as Yahoo! Chairman

April 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Sydney, Apr. 26 (ANI): Internet firm Yahoo has announced that the board chairman Fred Amoroso will leave the position later this year.

Putin vows to root out corruption

April 25, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Moscow, April 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his determination to carry on the Kremlin's fight against corruption, while justifying the ongoing probe into a case of suspected defence ministry fraud totalling about $433 million.

Levendowski scores four as Dortmund stun Real Madrid

April 25, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Berlin, April 25 (IANS) Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Levendowski scored four goals as his side defeated Real Madrid 4-1 in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal.

Heather Graham pampers herself with massages

April 25, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Los Angeles, April 25 (IANS) American actress Heather Graham doesn't mind spending on massages because she finds these relaxing and beneficial.

Oldest Saudi man dies at 120

April 25, 2013 at 10:12 AM

Dubai, April. 25 (ANI): A Saudi man, believed to be the oldest male in the country, has died, his family has said.

Russian plane maker to develop new pilot trainer

April 25, 2013 at 5:24 AM

Moscow, April 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's Sokol aircraft manufacturer has said it will develop a light aircraft for training air force pilots.

Band JLS to end their five-year journey

April 24, 2013 at 7:40 PM

London, April 24 (IANS) Members of British band JLS have decided to split and they will end their five-year-old musical journey on a happy note.

Boyband JLS splitting up after farewell tour

April 24, 2013 at 12:36 PM

London, April 24 (ANI): Boyband 'JLS' has dramatically announced that they are splitting up five years after shooting to fame on 'X Factor'.

Lazio not for sale, says president

April 23, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Rome, April 23 (IANS) Lazio president Claudio Lotito has claimed that the Italian Seria A football club is not for sale despite rumours in this regard.

Jupiter's origin of water linked to impact of comet Shoemaker

April 23, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, Apr 23 (ANI): ESA's Herschel space observatory has solved a long-standing mystery as to the origin of water in the upper atmosphere of Jupiter.

Fergie touts Van Persie's Premier League-winning volley as 'Goal of the Century'

April 23, 2013 at 2:52 PM

London, Apr 23 (ANI): Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed striker Robin van Persie, and has termed his goal that sealed United's 20th Premier League win as the 'Goal of the Century'.

Russia to spend $100 mn on combat vehicle upgrade

April 23, 2013 at 3:24 AM

Moscow, April 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The Russian defence ministry has announced a tender for the modernisation of BMD-1 airborne fighting vehicles, and plans to spend almost 3.4 billion rubles (around $100 million) on that goal.

Emma Watson treated to surprise pinata-filled bday bash by pals

April 22, 2013 at 4:44 PM

London, April 22(ANI): Emma Watson's friends celebrated her 23rd birthday in New York by making 23 different pinatas representing each year of the star's life.

Amanda Knox opens up about 'prison sex hell'

April 22, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Melbourne, April 22 (ANI): Amanda Knox, who was accused of murdering her roommate Meredith Kercher in 2007 in a sex based killing, has revealed that she was repeatedly sexually harassed, kissed by a bisexual cellmate and wrongly informed that she had contracted HIV while in prison.

For perfect body, eat right, don't starve: Piaa Bajpai (With Image)

April 21, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Chennai, April 21 (IANS) The secret to have a "muscle-toned body" is not dieting, but healthy eating habits and constant workout, says southern actress Piaa Bajpai.

Isla Fisher tried to steal 'Great Gatsby' costumes

April 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Washington, April 21 (ANI): Isla Fisher and her co-star Carey Mulligan were so obsessed with the 1920s vintage dresses, which they wore in 'The Great Gatsby' that they attempted to smuggle them off the set.

Comfort important over style, says Kate Hudson

April 20, 2013 at 4:28 PM

The actress, known for her fashionable choices, insists she won't dress in an outfit that she doesn't feel at ease in.

Neoprene bikinis a hit at Fashion Rio

April 19, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Rio de Janeiro, April 19 (IANS/EFE) Neoprene bikinis were a hit at Fashion Rio, one of Brazil's largest fashion industry fairs, where designers are unveiling their Southern Hemisphere summer collections this week.

Chandy denies dumping diaspora complaints in Dubai

April 18, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, April 18 (IANS) Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy Thursday denied media reports and social media campaign that he dumped the complaints he received on his United Arab Emirates (UAE) visit last week there itself instead of bringing them back here for resolution.

Running or jumping may worsen cartilage damage in arthritis patients

April 18, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, April 18 (ANI): In the earliest stages of arthritis, high-impact exercises such as running or jumping may worsen cartilage damage, according to MIT engineers.

Bahrain GP key to Hamilton's championship title chances

April 18, 2013 at 2:44 PM

London, Apr.18 (ANI): Mercedes boss Ross Brawn has said Lewis Hamilton will have to prove that he is still a title challenger during the Bahrain Grand Prix this Sunday.

Bayern crush Wolfsburg, enter German Cup final

April 17, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Berlin, April 17 (IANS) Bayern Munich celebrated a 6-1 goal festival on home soil when they overcame Wolfsburg at the DFB Pokal or German Cup semifinals.

Cruise to star in alien adventure 'Yukikaze'

April 17, 2013 at 6:20 AM

Los Angeles, April 17 (IANS) Hollywood actor Tom Cruise is reportedly set to play the lead role in sci-fi movie "Yukikaze", an adaptation of a Japanese novel series by Chohel Kamayashi.

Santos chase Chile striker Suazo

April 16, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Sao Paulo, April 16 (IANS) Santos have made a bid to sign Chile international striker Humberto Suazo, the Brazilian club has revealed.

Cops as moles for terror groups shocks Pakistani daily

April 15, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Islamabad, April 15 (IANS) The last thing Pakistani security agencies need is their own people carrying out 'inside jobs' on behalf of militants, a Pakistani daily said Monday following the arrest of a police official who supported the Pakistani Taliban.

Kris Humphries misses mandatory hearing in divorce case

April 13, 2013 at 5:08 PM

Los Angeles, April 13 (IANS) Basketball player Kris Humphries did not turn up at a mandatory hearing in court on his divorce from estranged wife Kim Kardashian.

Saturated market putting sex workers in Westminster at risk, says study

April 12, 2013 at 5:08 PM

London, Apr. 12 (ANI): Sex workers in Westminster are at greater risk of violence because of a fall in demand and an increase in those selling sex, according to a study.

Reebok drops US rapper Rick Ross over pro-rape lyrics

April 12, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Washington, Apr. 12 (ANI): Reebok has ended its relationship with Rick Ross after he was heavily criticised for his lyrics in hip hop artist Rocko's song 'U.O.E.N.O,' which was considered by some to be pro-rape.

Fidel Castro opens school in rare public appearance

April 12, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Havana, April 12 (IANS) Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro opened a school in Havana in a rare public appearance since his retirement in 2006, the official Granma daily reported.

Vanessa Hudgens not guilty about footwear obsession

April 12, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Los Angeles, April 12 (IANS) Actress-singer Vanessa Hudgens says she has an impressive collection of high heels and isn't ashamed of her obsession with shoes.

'Biggest' Samsung Galaxy smartphone with 6.3-inch screen unveiled

April 12, 2013 at 10:12 AM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): Samsung has unveiled its biggest smartphone to date, the Galaxy Mega that features a 6.3inch screen.

Adults of today less healthy than previous generations

April 11, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Washington, April 11 (ANI): Despite their greater life expectancy, the adults of today are less "metabolically" healthy than their counterparts of previous generations, according to a new study from the Netherlands.

Mike Tyson became vegan to flush out drugs and cocaine

April 11, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Washington, Apr. 11 (ANI): Mike Tyson has said becoming a vegan has given him another opportunity to live a healthy life.

RiRi spills emotions on stage amid Chris Brown split rumours

April 11, 2013 at 12:20 PM

London, Apr 11 (ANI): After her on-off boyfriend Chris Brown confessed to cheating and openly spoke about their unconventional relationship live on radio, it's not surprising that Rihanna spilled her emotions on stage during her concert in Los Angeles and appeared to confirm reports she's split from the hip hop star.

Moon's radiation damaging for humans and electronics

April 10, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Washington, Apr 10 (ANI): The radiation environment near the Moon could be damaging to humans and electronics on future missions, it has been revealed.

Brazil cuts taxes on smartphones

April 10, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 10 (IANS) In the latest of a series of tax cuts aimed at revving up the economy by boosting consumption and production, the government has announced it was doing away with tax on smartphones made in Brazil.

Fashion blogging could be job of the future

April 10, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Madrid, April 10 (IANS/EFE) The dream of many young women is no longer to sit in the front row and watch a fashion show, but to charge 500 euros ($650) to do the same thing - something that only a few Spanish bloggers have achieved up to now by transforming their passion for fashion into a profession.

Hamilton, Merc bosses doubtful of repeating 2012 Chinese Grand Prix victory

April 9, 2013 at 4:29 PM

London, Apr 9 (ANI): Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton and the Mercedes bosses have expressed their doubts about their side winning at the Chinese Grand Prix this season like they did last year with Nico Rosberg at the helm.

Russia limits sickness benefits for sportspersons

April 9, 2013 at 1:49 PM

Moscow, April 9 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered lowering of sickness benefits for sportsmen and top managers, the Kremlin press service said.

Paloma Faith loves her high-heeled footwear

April 9, 2013 at 7:09 AM

Los Angeles, April 9 (IANS) Singer Paloma Faith says she does not travel anywhere without wearing high-heeled footwear.