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

Pentagon opening front-line combat roles to women by 2016

June 19, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Washington, ANI 19 (ANI): The Pentagon has revealed plans for fully integrating women into front-line and special combat roles by 2016.

Beyonce lends voice for a cause

June 2, 2013 at 7:13 PM

The 31-year-old headlined a concert at the Twickenham rugby stadium in support of Chime for Change, a campaign set up to help empower girls and women around the world.

Becks in the running for Celebrity Dad of the Year 2013

May 29, 2013 at 11:49 AM

London, May 29 (ANI): David Beckham has been named among the top 20 celebrities, who have been shortlisted for 'Celebrity Dad of the Year 2013.'

'Married to Jonas' is therapy for Kevin Jonas

May 26, 2013 at 7:18 AM

Los Angeles, May 26 (IANS) Actor-musician Kevin Jonas says his reality TV show "Married to Jonas" is like therapy for him because it allows him and his co-star wife Danielle Deleasa to review their points of view after a fight.

Russian police apologises for beating activists

May 26, 2013 at 6:22 AM

St. Petersburg, May 26 (IANS/RIA Novosti) In a rare display of public humility, the head of police in Russia's St. Petersburg city publicly apologised to motorist rights activists after they were allegedly beaten up by policemen.

'Sikh warrior' Panesar determined to repeat 'last stand' performances in Ashes this year

May 25, 2013 at 9:58 AM

London, May 25 (ANI): English left-arm spinner Monty Panesar has expressed his willingness to play in the back-to-back Ashes series, starting from July, in view of his 'last stand' during the drawn Tests series against New Zealand and the 2009 Ashes.

Maoists attack Chhattisgarh police camp

May 22, 2013 at 6:06 PM

Sukma (Chhattisgarh), May 22 (IANS) The Maoists early Wednesday attacked two police camps in Chhattisgarh but there were no reports of casualty in the firing, police said.

Aarushi-Hemraj murder case : Rajesh Talwar says he was asleep

May 20, 2013 at 7:26 PM

Ghaziabad, May 20 (ANI): Prime accused in the Aarushi-Hemraj murder case dentist Rajesh Talwar on Monday claimed in a local court that he was asleep on the fateful night when his daughter Aarushi and domestic help Hemraj were murdered and internet activity recorded from his room might not be correct.

Radcliffe puts behind 'Harry Potter' image

May 18, 2013 at 1:34 PM

London, May 18 (IANS) Actor Daniel Radcliffe says he has finally put his "Harry Potter" image behind him. He is ready to do a gay sex scene in his forthcoming film "Kill Your Darlings".

Departing Benitez 'proud' of Chelsea for Europa League win

May 16, 2013 at 2:46 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Chelsea's leaving interim manager Rafael Benitez has said that he is proud of the team after they won the Europa League 2-0 against Benfica with the help of a match-winning strike by Branislav Ivanovic.

Hazard to miss Europa League final

May 15, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Amsterdam, May 15 (IANS) Chelsea winger Eden Hazard has been ruled out of Wednesday night's Europa League final against Benfica, coach Rafael Benitez confirmed during a press conference here.

Monday's Nepal Bandh called off

May 12, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Kathmandu, May 12 (ANI): Thirty-three political parties, who have been agitating against the government, have called off Monday's Nepal Bandh.

Documents from Hemingway's time in Cuba come to US

May 8, 2013 at 10:40 AM

Washington, May 8 (IANS/EFE) Thousands of documents and photographs that belonged to Ernest Hemingway and have been stored until now in the house where he lived in Cuba will now become available to the public thanks to a US foundation that has just put them into digital format.

'Islamic' Egypt welcomes 'bikini, booze' to boost tourism industry

May 7, 2013 at 4:08 PM

Sydney, May 7 (ANI): The Islamic-ruled Egyptian government has opened its arms to visitors who drink alcohol and wear bikinis in an effort to boost tourism numbers which has suffered a decline following a popular uprising which toppled the Hosni Mubarak government in 2011.

Saudi Arabia allows girls to play sports in private schools for first time

May 6, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): Saudi Arabia has allowed girls to practice sports in private schools for the first time.

Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart's bedroom issues

May 3, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Los Angeles, May 3 (IANS) Hollywood actor Robert Pattinson is reportedly finding it difficult to share a bedroom with his girlfriend, actress Kristen Stewart.

K-stew and R-patz struggling to get intimate at mum's home

May 3, 2013 at 11:40 AM

London, May 03 (ANI): Robert Pattinson is struggling to get busy between the sheets with girlfriend Kristen Stewart because the couple are holed up at her mum's place.

Fiorentina-Roma game to be rescheduled due to risk

April 25, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Rome, April 25 (IANS) Serie A administrators insist that the Fiorentina's home match against AS Roma May 4 should be rescheduled to avoid risks.

Hair strands can help predict heart disease risk in older people

April 18, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, Apr 18 (ANI): Hair strands contain valuable information about stress levels in senior citizens, which can be used to determine an individual's cardiovascular disease risk, a new study has found.

Hair strands can help predict heart disease risk in older people

April 18, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Washington, Apr 18 (ANI): Hair strands contain valuable information about stress levels in senior citizens, which can be used to determine an individual's cardiovascular disease risk, a new study has found.

It's Vishu, New Year in Kerala

April 14, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, April 14 (IANS) Sunday saw celebrations of Vishu, the traditional new year, in Kerala. Devout Hindus turn out in their best, to start the new year with a visit to the temple.

I want to date Robert Pattinson, Katy Perry tells Kristen Stewart

April 11, 2013 at 5:16 PM

London, April 11 (ANI): Katy Perry has reportedly set her sights on Kristen Stewart's on-off boyfriend Robert Pattinson.

Vettel urged to apologise to F1 for Malaysian GP fiasco

April 10, 2013 at 1:56 PM

London, Apr 10 (ANI): Red Bull ace Sebastian Vettel has been urged by racing greats to apologise to Formula One for breaking his word and stealing victory in Malaysia from the hands of his team-mate Mark Webber.

Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' named teachers' fav book

April 5, 2013 at 3:49 PM

London, Apr 5 (ANI): Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' has topped a list of teachers' favourite books.

Mayer finds being one-woman man tricky

April 4, 2013 at 2:12 AM

Los Angeles, April 4 (IANS) Singer-songwriter John Mayer says he is happier after splitting from former girlfriend Katy Perry, and admits it is tough being in a committed relationship.

Hafiz Saeed is a killer of Kashmiris: Dr. Shabir Choudhry

April 1, 2013 at 6:26 PM

Geneva, April 1 (ANI): Kashmiri leader Dr. Shabir Choudhry has categorically described Jamaat-ud-Dawa leader Hafeez Saeed as a killer of Kashmiris.

I wanted to be part of Stephenie Meyer's cool kids club, says Diane Kruger

March 29, 2013 at 2:58 PM

Washington, Mar 29 (ANI): Diane Kruger has said that she decided to sign up for her latest flick, 'The Host', solely because of writer and producer Stephenie Meyer of the 'Twilight' series fame.

Waugh bats for allowing women cricketers to compete along men in BBL

March 29, 2013 at 2:58 PM

Sydney, Mar 29 (ANI): Former Test captain Steve Waugh has said it's time to consider adding one female player to each Big Bash League T20 team's roster based on the success and ability of Australia's elite women's cricketers.

Ashton Kutcher wants to keep relationship with Mila Kunis private

March 23, 2013 at 3:14 PM

London, March 23 (ANI): Ashton Kutcher has recently admitted that he wants to keep his relationship with girlfriend Mila Kunis under wraps, after learning his lesson with former wife Demi Moore.

Brangelina to get matching wedding vow tattoos

March 13, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Melbourne, Mar 13 (ANI): Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have are set to ink their wedding vows on their bodies permanently, it has been revealed.

Poll on Falklands reveals nations divided

March 10, 2013 at 4:43 PM

London, Mar. 10 (ANI): Only 15 percent of Argentinians think Falkland Islanders should have a say in their own future, and a quarter still believe that the islands will one day be governed from Buenos Aires, a recent poll has revealed.

Chavez's death could be US plot: Russian leader

March 7, 2013 at 3:23 AM

Moscow, March 7 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The death of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez from cancer may have been part of a plot by the US to infect its enemies in Latin America with the disease, according to Gennady Zyuganov, leader of Russia's Communist party.

How Facebook suppresses posts unless users pay hefty fees

March 4, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Sydney, Mar 4 (ANI): Social networking giant Facebook is apparently suppressing posts unless users pay hefty fees to the firm, it has emerged.

Justin Bieber booted from birthday bash after staff smelt 'marijuana'

March 3, 2013 at 1:39 PM

London, March 03 (ANI): Justin Bieber's 19th birthday celebrations ended abruptly after staff at a London nightclub smelt marijuana when his party entered the venue.

Amanda Seyfried opens up about playing pornstar Linda Lovelace in new flick

February 18, 2013 at 3:45 PM

London, Feb. 18 (ANI): Amanda Seyfried, who is all set to shed her girl-next-door image by stripping off to play infamous Seventies porn actress Linda Lovelace, has said that she is not flashing her nude body for uncalled reasons.

Perry, Mayer not engaged, say friends

February 18, 2013 at 2:49 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 18 (IANS) Singer Katy Perry and her boyfriend John Mayer's friends have denied that the two have got engaged.

Hannigan getting threat messages from stranger

February 14, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 14 (IANS) Actress Alyson Hannigan has got a restraining order against a man who is said to be threatening her via online posts and comments.

Katy Perry 'doesn't approve' RiRi dating Chris Brown

February 14, 2013 at 3:21 PM

Washington, Feb. 14 (ANI): Katy Perry, who got close to Rihanna at last year's Grammys, reportedly doesn't approve of the singer's decision to get back with her former flame Chris Brown.

Ex-champ Hakkinen says Hamilton has no chance of winning F1 title with 'not so competitive' Mercedes

February 13, 2013 at 3:37 PM

London, Feb 13 (ANI): Two-time Formula One champion Mika Hakkinen has claimed ace driver Lewis Hamilton can bid adieu to his chances of winning the F1 driver's championship this year with his new team, Mercedes, whom he believes is not competitive enough.

Fergie admits 'surprise' over former protegee Ronaldo's 'phenomenal' progress

February 13, 2013 at 1:37 PM

London, Feb 13 (ANI): Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted his surprise at the progress made by former United star Cristiano Ronaldo, and said that he is a threat to the English club.

Kiwi MP wants Muslims, people looking like Muslims banned on planes

February 12, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Wellington, Feb. 12 (ANI): New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has said one of his MPs has not incited hatred by saying Muslims should not be allowed on planes.

Lawson says Watson still Australia's 'best all rounder' amidst host of pretenders

February 10, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Sydney, Feb 10 (ANI): Former Australian fast bowler Geoff Lawson has claimed Shane Watson is still country's best all rounder amidst a host of contenders, who are challenging him for his role in the playing eleven.

Sheeran not collaborating with Bieber

February 8, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 8 (IANS) English singer Ed Sheeran has denied the reports about collaborating with Justin Bieber.

David, Venus replicas scandalise Japanese town

February 8, 2013 at 11:23 AM

Tokyo, Feb 8 (IANS/EFE) The pale nakedness of replicas of Michelangelo's David and the Venus de Milo have scandalized some residents of a small Japanese town, who have asked that the intimate parts of the statues be covered to "preserve their modesty".

'Ready to pop' Imogen Thomas shows off huge baby bump

February 5, 2013 at 3:10 PM

London, Feb 5(ANI): Imogen Thomas shared a picture of her baby bump over the weekend after reaching the 38-week mark.

All individuals are 'social climbers'

January 31, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Washington, January 31 (ANI): A study has revealed the mechanisms of 'opportunist' societies.

Experts slam 'safe sexting' apps

January 24, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Sydney, January 24 (ANI): Teenagers "sexting" using apps they think will protect their pictures are riddled with security flaws, experts have warned.

Supergiant star nearest to Earth on its way to spectacular explosion

January 23, 2013 at 2:49 PM

Washington, January 23(ANI): New image from ESA's Herschel space observatory has revealed multiple arcs around Betelgeuse, the nearest red supergiant star to Earth, and scientists analysing the image have suggested that the star and its arc-shaped shields could collide with an intriguing dusty 'wall' in 5000 years.

Brit woman accidentally posts nude pic of herself on eBay

January 16, 2013 at 4:09 PM

London, Jan. 16 (ANI): A woman from Oxfordshire, who put up her dress on eBay, became an instant celebrity after accidentally including a naked view of herself on the website.

US lawmakers want more info on contacts between 'Zero Dark Thirty' makers, CIA

January 4, 2013 at 12:55 PM

London, Jan 4 (ANI): The US Senate Intelligence Committee has demanded more information about contacts between the CIA and the makers of Zero Dark Thirty, the film based on Osama bin Laden hunt mission.

M Karunanidhi hints younger son MK Stalin as successor

January 3, 2013 at 5:07 PM

The issue of successor of M Karunanidhi seems to have resolved as DMK chief has hinted regarding it on Thursday.

Tapeworm pills among faddy and unusual celeb diets

January 3, 2013 at 3:11 PM

London, January 3 (ANI): Hollywood film stars, who were role models from the very beginning, each had his or her own diet guru cashing in on their fame.

Kashmir hosts adventure sports festival in Gulmarg

January 1, 2013 at 5:33 PM

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir), Jan. 1 (ANI): The tourism department of Jammu and Kashmir hosted an 'Adventure Sports Festival' at Gulmarg in Baramula district, attracting scores of New Year revellers who enjoyed variety of winter sports on snow laden slopes.

Iran's Ahmadinejad slams use of pressure to impose Islamic values

January 1, 2013 at 11:57 AM

Johannesburg, Jan 1 (ANI): Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has again condemned the use of pressure to impose Islamic values on people.

Bikini clad Rochelle shows off baby bump

December 31, 2012 at 12:37 AM

Los Angeles, Dec 31 (IANS) Singer Rochelle Humes showed off her little baby bump as she posted a picture of herself in a bikini.

Mistakes being made when wooing partners

December 30, 2012 at 3:33 PM

Melbourne, Dec. 30 (ANI): People are looking for superficial attributes such as wealth, beauty and status than for qualities such as honesty, compassion and kindness, which would make a good partner and parent, according to matchmakers.

Mistakes being made when wooing partners

December 30, 2012 at 12:13 PM

Melbourne, Dec. 30 (ANI): People are looking for superficial attributes such as wealth, beauty and status than for qualities such as honesty, compassion and kindness, which would make a good partner and parent, according to matchmakers.

UFOs sighted in Wellington and New Plymouth on Christmas night

December 27, 2012 at 3:41 PM

Wellington, December 27 (ANI): People in New Plymouth and Wellington claimed they saw "'UFOs"' in the sky on Christmas evening.

Twitter closes accounts containing child abuse images

December 25, 2012 at 10:37 AM

London, Dec 25 (ANI): Several Twitter accounts have been closed after they were revealed to contain disturbing images of child abuse.

Mensa apologises after spokesman describes those of low IQs as 'carrots'

December 22, 2012 at 4:29 PM

London, December 21 (ANI): The British wing of the high-IQ organization Mensa apologized one of its members called people with low IQs "carrots" live on TV.

New Facebook 'Snapchat-like' app raises 'sexting' fears

December 21, 2012 at 1:33 PM

Sydney, Dec. 21 (ANI): A new Facebook app hat would allow users to send 'sexts', or sexually explicit content has sparked concerns and raised fears over its misuse.

Discovery of Higgs boson called 'breakthrough of the Year'

December 21, 2012 at 11:49 AM

Washington, December 21 (ANI): The observation of an elusive sub-atomic particle, known as the Higgs boson, has been hailed as the most important scientific discovery of 2012 by the journal Science.

Steven Gerrard's X-mas party interrupted by cops for 2nd time in a year

December 19, 2012 at 1:17 PM

London, Dec. 19 (ANI): Police were called to Steven Gerrard's house for the second time in 11 months, after his late night Christmas party on Sunday got a little too noisy for the neighbours.

Scorsese plans Bill Clinton documentary

December 18, 2012 at 12:13 PM

London, Dec 18 (IANS) Filmmaker Martin Scorsese has signed on to shoot a TV documentary about former US President Bill Clinton.

'People run beside me and do Mobot', says Mo Farah

December 13, 2012 at 3:00 PM

London, Dec. 13 (ANI): Sprint legend Mo Farah has said that he refrains from going into certain parts of London because when people spot him, they tend to run beside him and do the iconic Mobot pose.

Taylor Swift branded the new Yoko Ono

December 11, 2012 at 5:12 PM

Wellington, December 11 (ANI): Taylor Swift has been branded the Yoko Ono of One Direction over her romance with singer Harry Styles.

'Adamant' Warne once again fuels rumours of Oz Test comeback

December 11, 2012 at 4:32 PM

Sydney, Dec 11(ANI): Legendary leg spinner Shane Warne is adamant he's good enough to make a Test comeback in the Australia squad, claiming he's bowling as well as he was when he retired in 2007.

Swift might break One Direction?

December 10, 2012 at 2:08 PM

London, Dec 10 (IANS) There is a fear among people that singer Harry Styles' relationship with Taylor Swift might affect the former's bonding with his band One Direction.

Ashton Kutcher praised for Steve Jobs portrayal

December 6, 2012 at 2:20 PM

Wellington, Dec 6 (ANI): Ashton Kutcher's performance as tech entrepreneur Steve Jobs has been hailed as "remarkable" and "formidable" by the director of the Sundance Film Festival.

Travolta's lawyers to dismiss lawsuit by pilot

December 5, 2012 at 1:24 PM

Los Angeles, Dec 5 (IANS) John Travolta has been sued by former pilot Doug Gotterba, but the actor's lawyers are planning to shut the case.

Stone had 'white light experience' after brain haemorrhage

December 5, 2012 at 3:16 AM

Los Angeles, Dec 5 (IANS) Actress Sharon Stone says she had a white light experience when she suffered a near-fatal brain haemorrhage in 2001. She says the experience made her appreciate her life so much more.

Wills-Kat's baby could be named after Princess Diana

December 4, 2012 at 10:28 AM

London, Dec 4 (ANI): Daddy-to-be Prince William could name his little princess Diana, in loving memory of his mother, according to one expert.

Cold wave continues in parts of Odisha

December 1, 2012 at 11:15 PM

Bhubaneswar, Dec 1 (IANS) Cold wave conditions continued to sweep parts of Odisha Saturday with Phulbani town in Kandhamal district recording the minimum temperature of seven degrees Celsius, the lowest for this time of the season in the state, an official said.

Brief bouts of exercise 'immediately enhance memory'

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Washington, November 28 (ANI): A short burst of moderate exercise enhances the consolidation of memories in both healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment, researchers say.

Madonna 'gay propaganda' lawsuit thrown out by Russian court

November 23, 2012 at 8:34 AM

St. Petersburg, Nov 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) US pop star Madonna did not break city laws on the promotion of a homosexual lifestyle among minors during a concert in St. Petersburg earlier this year, a Russian court has ruled.

Amy Winehouse's house up for grabs at 1.8m pounds

November 17, 2012 at 6:26 PM

London, Nov. 17 (ANI): Amy Winehouse' house in Camden which had been put up for sale by her family for 2.7 million pounds, will now be auctioned off on December 3 with a starting price of 1.8 million pounds.

New Zealand Cricket sign legends Crowe, Turner as 'high-performance talent scouts'

November 15, 2012 at 2:10 PM

Wellington, Nov 15(ANI): New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has recruited former Kiwi captains Glenn Turner and Martin Crowe as high-performance talent scouts, who would watch domestic cricket this season and identify potential international level players. either will have a role on the selection panel, but will recommend names to national selection manager Kim Littlejohn and national coach Mike Hesson.

Cold wave sweeps parts of Odisha

November 14, 2012 at 11:30 AM

Bhubaneswar, Nov 14 (IANS) A cold wave was sweeping parts of Odisha Wednesday with the district headquarter town of Phulbani, about 200 km from here, recording 7.6 degrees Celsius, the day's lowest temperature recorded in the state, an official said.

Top Gun 2 'falls apart' after Tony Scott's suicide

November 11, 2012 at 3:07 PM

Melbourne, November 11 (ANI): Plans to make a sequel to Tom Cruise's classic 1986 film Top Gun have collapsed in wake of the tragic suicide of director Tony Scott.

John Travolta's not gay, says Kirstie Alley

November 9, 2012 at 2:13 PM

London, November 9 (ANI): Actress Kirstie Alley has defended the "greatest love of her life", John Travolta, from gay rumours.

Obama racks up considerable 33-point lead over Romney among Asian Americans

November 4, 2012 at 11:35 AM

Washington, Nov. 4 (ANI): President Barack Obama has a considerable 33-point lead over Republican challenger Mitt Romney among Asian Americans in California, a new poll has found.

I'm terrible at keeping my face still for pictures, says Kate Moss

November 1, 2012 at 2:44 PM

Wellington, Nov. 1 (ANI): Kate Moss, who has been at the top of the modelling industry for around 20 years, has revealed that she still doesn't feel comfortable in front of the camera, as she can't keep her face still and only succeeds when she pretends she is someone else.

Bolt's 'Redknapp' blunder leaves former Reds star Jamie red-faced

October 26, 2012 at 4:46 PM

London, Oct 26(ANI): Former Liverpool player Jamie Redknapp was left red-faced when the world's fastest man Usain Bolt misunderstood him for his father and former Tottenham Hotspurs manager Harry Redknapp.

Auction of man and woman's virginity for documentary 'not about sex'

October 25, 2012 at 4:23 PM

Melbourne, October 25 (ANI): An Australian filmmaker, who auctioned the virginity of a young woman and man online for a documentary, has said that the movie isn't really about sex.

Discussions over Fergie's successor underway at Man U

October 24, 2012 at 4:39 PM

London, Oct. 24 (ANI): Manchester United have confirmed that discussions regarding who will eventually replace Alex Ferguson as the club's next manager are under way.

Both Obama, Romney campaigns 'skirt talk of hard choices in Afghanistan': NYT

October 22, 2012 at 4:07 PM

New York, Oct 22 (ANI): Neither President Barack Obama nor Republican Presidential contender Mitt Romney have been able to find a satisfactory solution to end the decade old war in Afghanistan, according to an editorial.

20pc women feel feminism not relevant to modern generation

October 18, 2012 at 1:26 PM

London, Oct 18 (ANI): Only one in seven modern women considers herself as a feminist, a new study suggests.

British parents shocked over unisex school loos

October 17, 2012 at 5:23 PM

London, Oct 17 (IANS) Many parents in Britain have turned a worried lot after learning that their children -- boys and girls -- will be sharing a common loo at a new 7-million pound (over $11 million) super-school.

People don't see progress in our friendship: Rihanna on Brown

October 16, 2012 at 1:48 PM

London, Oct 16 (IANS) Rihanna's decision to rekindle her friendship with Chris Brown has evoked got mixed reactions. But the singer is unperturbed and says no one knows how their relationship has changed over the last three years.

Syria bans Turkish commercial flights over its airspace

October 14, 2012 at 3:32 PM

Damascus, Oct. 14 (ANI): Turkish civilian planes will no longer be allowed to fly over Syria amid growing tensions between the two neighbouring countries.

Drone attacks inflict both 'physical, psychological harm' on victims: UK-based medical charity

October 13, 2012 at 2:56 PM

London, Oct 13 (ANI): A UK-based medical charity has argued that on top of physical damage, drones inflict psychological harm as well, by causing innocent people to live in fear.

China criticises US report on human rights

October 11, 2012 at 5:16 PM

Beijing, Oct 11 (IANS) China Thursday criticised a US report involving the country, and urged the US to stop issuing such "groundless remarks" against it, Xinhua reported.

Damon gets spanked at b'day bash

October 10, 2012 at 6:04 AM

New York, Oct 10 (IANS) Actor Matt Damon who turned 42 Monday received spankings at his naughty birthday party.

Gaga throws up on stage

October 9, 2012 at 4:44 AM

London, Oct 9 (IANS) Singer Lady Gaga reportedly fell sick while performing live in Barcelona and puked on the stage.

Russian military pay rises, but draft to remain

October 8, 2012 at 7:47 AM

Moscow, Oct 8 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Although salaries for members of the Russian armed forces are rising fast, the country will continue to rely on conscription in coming years, Defence Minister Anatoly Serdyukov said.

Somalia gets new PM

October 7, 2012 at 12:06 AM

Mogadishu, Oct 6 (IANS) Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud Saturday named Abdi Farah Shirdon Saaid, as the country's new prime Minister, nearly a month after the president was elected.

Japan opens first masturbation bar for women

October 3, 2012 at 1:26 PM

Tokyo, Oct 3 (ANI): Love Joule, a colorful new bar in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, is the first "love and sex bar dedicated to women."

Australia Open declares $4m prize money rise in desperate bid to avoid players' strike

October 2, 2012 at 3:38 PM

Sydney, Oct 2(ANI): The Australia Open organisers have announced a four million dollar rise in the prize money for the players from next year, which is the single biggest prize money jump in its long history.

Russian court to hear jailed Pussy Riot's appeal

October 1, 2012 at 1:34 PM

London, Oct 1 (ANI): A Russian court is set to hear the appeal of jailed punk rockers Pussy Riot against a two-year prison camp sentence for performing an anti-Putin song in a cathedral.

Hugh Jackman went on water diet for 'Les Miserables'

September 29, 2012 at 5:06 PM

Washington, September 29 (ANI): Hugh Jackman consumed 'nothing but water' for 36 hours to prepare to play escaped prisoner 24601 Jean Valjean in the big-screen musical adaptation of Les Miserables.