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Task force to put anti-racism proposals to FIFA

May 8, 2013 at 11:20 AM

Zurich, May 8 (IANS/CMC) FIFA's anti-racism task force will send three proposals to football's world governing body in a move aimed at stamping out the growing negative trend in the game.

World Asthma Day: Reducing the burden of Asthma

May 7, 2013 at 6:41 PM

Asthma has become a common health issues around the globe at present due to increasing pollution and unhealthy lifestyle. Keeping this in mind, the increasing epidemic of Asthma across the world, World Asthma Day is being observed on May 7 every year with an objective to create awareness about Asthma among common people as how one suffering from Asthma can live a normal and controlled life

Hardest part of reform lies ahead, says Cuban daily

April 17, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Havana, April 17 (IANS/EFE) The most complex and important parts of the reform plan launched in Cuba to update its socialist economic model are yet to come, Communist Party daily Granma said Tuesday.

Cuba allows state firms to implement performance-based pay

April 5, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Havana, April 5 (IANS/EFE) Cuban state-owned firms may use up to 50 percent of post-tax profits for R&D and employee incentives, Communist Party daily Granma said, reporting on a recent meeting of the Council of Ministers.

150 health and safety myths exposed

April 3, 2013 at 2:20 PM

London, April 3 (ANI): No bubbles at parties and toothpicks removed from restaurants are among a list of health and safety myths exposed in the past year.

Angry Birds Space update to educate kids about NASA's Mars missions

August 24, 2012 at 3:28 PM

Washington, August 24 (ANI): Pigs and birds will explore the Martian terrain and shed light on NASA's missions to the Red Planet in the latest update to the game Angry Birds Space.

Elton John calls Madonna a nightmare

August 8, 2012 at 4:09 AM

New York, Aug 8 (IANS) Elton John and Madonna's rivalry seems to have gone to a new level. John has lashed out at Material Girl, calling her a "nightmare".

Spike Lee to be honoured at Venice film fest

August 4, 2012 at 2:09 PM

London, Aug 4 (IANS) Filmmaker Spike Lee will be honoured at the 2012 Venice Film Festival for his contribution to cinema.

Posh has a flawless body, says Karl Lagerfeld

August 1, 2012 at 9:56 PM

Melbourne, August 1 (ANI): Karl Lagerfeld has heaped praise on Victoria Beckham, insisting that the WAG has a body everyone should look at.

Labour party tries to make most of Games' 'socialist' opening ceremony

July 30, 2012 at 3:15 PM

London, July 30(ANI): Various Labour politicians have expressed joy over the Danny Boyle directed opening ceremony of the London Olympics, with many sharing the opinion that it has been the best advert of the party in years, which has also intensified the row over its political undertones.

Dubai customs attends Google meet in US

July 28, 2012 at 11:54 PM

Dubai, July 28, 2012 (IANS/WAM) Dubai Customs has called on the international community to strengthen cooperation through information exchange on illicit networks.

China's Yi Siling wins London Olympic Games' first gold medal

July 28, 2012 at 4:10 PM

London, July 28 (IANS) Yi Siling of China won the first gold medal of the 2012 London Olympic Games bagging a total of 502.9 points in the women's 10m air rifle event here Saturday.

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis 'show up as couple' at LA wrap party

July 28, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Washington, July 28 (ANI): Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis are getting more comfortable going public about their relationship, as was evident when they showed up together at a wrap party in Los Angeles.

How crippled for life Irish gymnast beat all odds to realize Olympics dream

July 28, 2012 at 4:02 PM

London, July 28(ANI): Irish gymnast Keiron Behan was once told by the doctors that he would never walk again in his life, but his firm spirit and dedication to his sport has led him to the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

Oz Olympic wrestler Tarash chose to train in Iran over love for 'kebabs'

July 28, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Sydney, July 28 (ANI): Australia's lone wrestler in the London Olympics, Farzad Tarash headed back to home country Iran for training under a specific diet to build his body before the Games, which included the famous 'kebab', a worldwide phenomenon that the Persians claim as their own.

Madonna upsets fans with political rant in 45 min Paris show

July 28, 2012 at 2:50 PM

London, July 28 (ANI): Madonna sang only for half an hour, in a gig that lasted just 45 minutes, as she indulged in a political rant that finally led the audience to jeer, boo and throw bottles.

Malaysia's pregnant shooter competing at Olympics

July 28, 2012 at 1:46 PM

London, July 28 (IANS) Malaysia's Nur Suryani Mohammed Taibi, an eight-month pregnant markswoman, will be competing at the London Olympics in the 10-metre air rifle Saturday.

US economic growth slows to 1.5% in Q2

July 28, 2012 at 11:46 AM

London, July 28 (ANI): The economic growth of the United States has slowed in the second quarter to an annualised pace of 1.5 percent, as consumer spending eased, according to a report.

UPSC Geologists Examination 2011 written result declared: Check results

July 28, 2012 at 10:46 AM

UPSC Geologist's Examination 2011 written result has been declared on 27 July 2012. The results are available on the UPSC website http://www.upsc.gov.in/

59 pc business owners in US disapprove of Obama's policies

July 27, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Washington, July 27 (ANI): Business owners in America resoundingly oppose President Barack Obama's policies, with nearly 60 percent disapproving of his job performance, according to a new poll.

UK ready for Olympics: Cameron

July 27, 2012 at 5:46 PM

London, July 27 (IANS) British Prime Minister David Cameron has said Britain is ready for the "greatest show on Earth" as the final countdown to the start of the 2012 London Olympics has begun.

Turkish FM vows not to allow "terrorist" presence on Syria-Turkey border

July 27, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Ankara, July 27 (Xinhua-ANI): Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu said Friday that Turkey would not allow "terrorist" groups like the outlawed Kurdish Workers Party (PKK) or al-Qaida to establish a presence in Syria near the Turkish border, local Kanal 24 television channel reported.

26 tons of cannabis seized in southeastern Turkey

July 27, 2012 at 3:38 PM

Ankara, July 27 (Xinhua-ANI): A total of 26 tons of cannabis were seized on Friday in a police anti-trafficking operation in the province of Diyarbakir in southeastern Turkey, local newspaper Today's Zaman reported on its website.

New pics debunk Stewart and Sanders' 'momentary indiscretion' claims

July 27, 2012 at 2:34 PM

Washington, July 27 ANI): Kristen Stewart and married director Rupert Sanders, who dubbed their fling as an act of 'momentary Indiscretion', were clicked sharing a comfy dinner together on a previous occasion too.

Justin Bieber fan of Nicki Minaj's butt

July 27, 2012 at 1:46 PM

London, July 27 (ANI): Justin Bieber, who revealed that he is attracted to women's bottoms, has named his favourite behind in the business - Nicki Minaj.

How cigarette smoke weakens bones

July 27, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Washington, July 27 (ANI): Cigarette smoke makes people produce excessive amounts of two proteins that trigger a natural body process that breaks down bone, a new study has concluded.

Ecuador seeks to avert 'evil' of Assange's extradition to US

July 27, 2012 at 12:58 PM

London, July 27 (ANI): Ecuador is trying to avert the 'evil' of the extradition of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange to the United States, a senior legal adviser at the country's embassy in London has claimed.

Injured Oz pacer Pattinson pulls out of 'A' tour to UK

July 27, 2012 at 12:02 PM

London, July 27 (ANI): Pace sensation James Pattinson has withdrawn from the Australia A tour of England with an abdominal strain.

Katherine Jackson says she was on short vacation

July 27, 2012 at 5:14 AM

New York, July 27 (IANS) Late singer Michael Jackson's mother Katherine caused a stir after it was reported that she was missing. However, she has now emerged and says she wasn't missing but was on a short vacation.

Over 1 mn guests stayed in Abu Dhabi hotels

July 26, 2012 at 11:22 PM

Abu Dhabi, July 26 (IANS/WAM) About 1.1 million guests stayed in hotels in the emirate of Abu Dhabi during the first six months of 2012, up by 14 percent, compared to the same period last year, it was announced Thursday.

London Games opening ceremony kicks-off at 9 p.m.

July 26, 2012 at 9:06 PM

London, July 26 (IANS) The much-awaited opening ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics will start from 9 p.m. London time and will run for no more than three hours.

Katherine Jackson 'devastated' after losing custody of MJ's kids

July 26, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): Katherine Jackson has spoken out for the first time after losing the guardianship of Michael's children while she was away in Arizone.

88 Russian ladies set new world record in skydiving

July 26, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): A team of 88 daring ladies in Russia have overcome months of grueling training to prove that the sky is not the limit, and set a new world record in formation skydiving.

Katherine Jackson 'devastated' after losing custody of MJ's kids

July 26, 2012 at 3:30 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): Katherine Jackson has spoken out for the first time after losing the guardianship of Michael's children while she was away in Arizone.

I get nervous on dates: Mila Kunis

July 26, 2012 at 2:58 PM

Los Angeles, July 26 (IANS) Actress Mila Kunis, who is in the news for her reported closeness to Ashton Kutcher, says she is not seeing anyone and admits she finds it daunting to go on a date.

Roddick up for Olympic glory on his favourite surface

July 26, 2012 at 2:42 PM

London, July 26 (IANS) Andy Roddick of the United States is eagerly awaiting the London 2012 Olympic Games tennis tournament which will be played at Wimbledon on grass, one of his favourite surfaces.

Nine athletes suspended from Olympics for doping offences

July 26, 2012 at 2:18 PM

London, July 26 (ANI): The world athletics governing body has suspended nine athletes ahead of the Olympic Games for doping offences.

London Olympics could net British economy £4bn profit

July 26, 2012 at 1:38 PM

London, July 26(ANI): The Department of Trade and Industry in UK expects the London Olympics to generate revenues of around 13 billion pounds through inward investment.

Companies given 'unrivalled platform' to endorse junk food at London Games: Report

July 26, 2012 at 1:38 PM

London, July 26(ANI): Large brands like Coca-Cola, McDonald's and Cadbury's have been provided with an unrivaled platform to promote unhealthy and junk food to children at the London Olympics, according to a report titled The Obesity Games.

NY cursing capital of the world

July 26, 2012 at 1:38 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): More and more New Yorkers are taking notice of people cursing in public and some say it has gone too far, it has been revealed.

Beckham's hopes of playing in London Olympics all over

July 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

London, July 26 (ANI): Ace midfielder David Beckham's hopes of playing in the 2012 Olympics ended last night, even as fans criticized Team Great Britain coach Stuart Pearce.

Daredevil Felix Baumgartner survives 17 mile test jump

July 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): Daredevil adventurer Felix Baumgartner has successfully completed his 96,640 feet (29,455 meters) test jump from a custom balloon-the last one required before his planned 23-mile freefall from the edge of space.

Murray seeks inspiration from Bolt's performance to win Olympic gold

July 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

London, July 26 (ANI): British tennis ace Andy Murray, who is hoping to win golden laurels for his country at the Olympics, will use the memories of Usain Bolt's tremendous performances in Beijing four years ago as inspiration.

Now, 'Anonymous' hacktivists threaten to publish 40 GB of stolen Oz ISP's users' data

July 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Sydney, July 26 (ANI): Notorious hacker group Anonymous has claimed to have stolen 40GB worth of user data from an Australian internet service provider and is threatening to publish it online.

Alonso hopes to accomplish target of securing most points with Hungarian GP win

July 26, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Melbourne, July 26 (ANI): Fernando Alonso and Ferrari had set the target of securing maximum points this month, and the former world champion hopes to accomplish it with another win at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Athletes slam Leisel Jones' pre-Olympics body scrutiny

July 25, 2012 at 7:46 PM

Melbourne, July 25 (ANI): Former Olympians have leapt to the defence of champion swimmer Leisel Jones, who has come under fire for her physical appearance just days before competition kicks off in London.

American Olympian Shanteau loves the person he became after beating cancer

July 25, 2012 at 7:46 PM

Washington, July 25(ANI): American swimmer Eric Shanteau, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer just one week after he went on to compete in the U.S. Olympic trials and nabbed a spot on the Beijing-bound USA team, has said he loves the person he has become after beating the disease.

Ideal cars could soon cost $10k and get 100 MPG

July 25, 2012 at 7:46 PM

Washington, July 25 (ANI): While we were daydreaming about the ideal commuter car, which is fast, light, modular, certifiably safe, gets at least 100 miles per gallon, and won't cost an arm and a leg, the Wikispeed team was building it.

Elton John and partner David Furnish 'expecting second baby'

July 25, 2012 at 5:54 PM

Washington, July 2 (ANI): Sir Elton John and David Furnish are reportedly expecting another child via the same surrogate they used for their son Zachary.

Katie Holmes didn't once mention Tom in interview right before split

July 25, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Washington, July 25 (ANI): A California lifestyle magazine that landed an interview with Katie Holmes just a week before her split, has revealed that she didn't once take the name of her husband of 5 years, Tom Cruise.

Red Bull slams International Motoring Federation for penalizing Vettel

July 25, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Melbourne, July 25 (ANI): The Red Bull team has slammed the International Motoring Federation's decision to penalize their ace driver Sebastian Vettel for an illegal manoeuvre during last Sunday's German Grand Prix.

Man believed cured of AIDS says disease completely gone

July 25, 2012 at 2:34 PM

Washington, July 25 (ANI): A man, thought to be the first person to be cured of AIDS, has dismissed reports suggesting that he still suffers from the disease.

Prof Dino 'pops finger in and out' in first pro golf outing!

July 25, 2012 at 1:38 PM

Melbourne, July 25 (ANI): Former Australian cricketer Dean Jones, playing in his first week as a golf professional, has dislocated his finger by hitting a tree root at Surfers Paradise.

Olympics bosses say soldiers' uniforms 'intimidating'

July 25, 2012 at 12:58 PM

London, July 25 (IANS) Organisers of the 2012 London Olympics have suggested that the thousands of security personnel on duty for the games should dress in tracksuits because their regular uniforms were "too intimidating".

Exercise to live four years longer

July 25, 2012 at 12:18 PM

London, July 25 (ANI): Exercising can extend your life expectancy by nearly four years, a new study has revealed.

'Batman' Bale visits 'Dark Knight' shooting victims in Colorado

July 25, 2012 at 11:30 AM

Washington, July 25 (ANI): Batman star Christian Bale has paid a visit to survivors of the Colorado theater shooting.

Cure AIDS with love, says Elton John

July 25, 2012 at 7:31 AM

Washington, July 25 (IANS)Singer Elton John believes AIDS can be cured with love as that is what drives research into the potentially fatal disease.

Spears tough to please: Cowell

July 25, 2012 at 6:51 AM

London, July 25 (IANS)Music Mogul Simon Cowell says singer Britney Spears is a tough judge on reality show "The x Factor" and not at all easy to please.

Worthington to team up with Schwarzenegger?

July 25, 2012 at 5:23 AM

Los Angeles, July 25 (IANS) "Avatar" star Sam Worthington is reportedly in talks to star alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in David Ayer's "Ten".

US sanctions target Mexican drug lord's business

July 24, 2012 at 10:11 PM

Washington, July 24 (IANS) The US Tuesday slapped sanctions on nine entities and 10 people linked to the leader of Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel.

Tom Cruise upbeat like nothing is wrong despite divorce

July 24, 2012 at 4:51 PM

Washington, July 24 (ANI): Tom Cruise has just been through an ugly, media-saturated divorce to Katie Holmes, but it seems the actor is operating under the motto "the show must go on."

Sofia Vergara joins cast of 'Family Guy'

July 24, 2012 at 4:27 PM

Los Angeles, July 24 (IANS) Actress Sofia Vergara, who was recently crowned the highest-paid actress on television by editors at Forbes magazine, has joined the cast of hit comedy "Family Guy".

Jackson siblings get into 'fight' at family home

July 24, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Melbourne, July 24 (ANI): The house of Michael Jackson's mother Katherine is being investigated for family disturbance and possible battery by Los Angeles sheriff's deputies.

Russell Crowe to direct feature film

July 24, 2012 at 2:27 PM

London, July 24 (IANS) Actor Russell Crowe is set to don the director's hat for a feature film. He will direct a biopic on late comedy legend Bill Hicks.

Ferguson confirms his interest in Brazilian winger Lucas Moura

July 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM

Manchester, July 24 (ANI): Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has confirmed his interest in Sao Paulo winger Lucas Moura.

Lovebirds Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher 'living together'

July 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM

London, July 24 (ANI): Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, who are yet to go public with their relationship, are said to be inseparable and pretty much living together.

Bolt says won't be considered track legend until he repeats Beijing heroics at London

July 24, 2012 at 12:03 PM

London, July 24(ANI): Olympic champion Usain Bolt believes he won't be remembered or considered a track legend until he repeats his record-shattering Beijing Olympics performance at the London Games.

New 'American Idol' judge Mariah Carey to earn $18m

July 24, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Washington, July 24 (ANI): Mariah Carey has officially joined the judging panel of the US talent show 'American Idol.'

Mariah Carey joins as new 'American Idol' judge

July 24, 2012 at 10:59 AM

Washington, July 24 (ANI): Mariah Carey has officially joined the judging panel of the US talent show 'American Idol.'

Putin speaks out on Syria settlement plan

July 23, 2012 at 10:19 PM

Moscow, July 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian President Vladimir Putin Monday articulated his plan for a peaceful settlement to the civil conflict in Syria.

Hoy to carry British flag at Olympics

July 23, 2012 at 8:27 PM

London, July 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Four-time Olympic gold medal-winning cyclist Chris Hoy has been given the honour of carrying the British flag at his home Olympics in London, he said Monday.

Chechens not fighting in Syria: Kadyrov

July 23, 2012 at 7:23 PM

Moscow, July 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Leader of Russia's Chechnya region Ramzan Kadyrov has rejected media reports about Chechens allegedly taking part in the Syrian conflict.

Nicole Scherzinger left 'fuming' over 'X Factor' economy flight

July 23, 2012 at 6:19 PM

London, July 23 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger was forced to fork out thousands of pounds for a first-class plane ticket after the X Factor bosses booked her into economy class.

Syria to use chemical weapons against foreign attack

July 23, 2012 at 4:51 PM

Beirut, July 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Syria may use chemical weapons only in the case of external aggression, Syrian foreign ministry spokesman Jihad Makdissi said Monday.

1.7 million copies of Amy Winehouse records sold posthumously

July 23, 2012 at 4:43 PM

London, July 23 (ANI): The magic of Amy Winehouse's voice refuses to die away even after one year of her death.

My heart aches and breaks for massacre victims, says Anne Hathaway

July 23, 2012 at 2:27 PM

Washington, July 23 (ANI): Anne Hathaway who stars in the recently released 'The Dark Knight Rises' is deeply saddened by the massacre that killed 12 cinegoers and injured more than 50 others in a Colorado theatre.

A Pakistani train that broke down seven times

July 23, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Islamabad, July 23 (IANS) The ill-health of Pakistan Railways was highlighted when a train broke down seven times and reached its destination a staggering 35 hours late.

Roddick enters Atlanta final, to face Muller

July 22, 2012 at 6:19 PM

Atlanta, July 22 (IANS) Former World No.1 Andy Roddick ousted top seed and compatriot John Isner 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-4 to enter the final of the Atlanta Open.

It would be foolish to dope during Olympics: BOA boss

July 22, 2012 at 5:31 PM

London, July 22 (IANS) British Olympic Association chairman Colin Moynihan says that anyone caught doping at the London Olympics must be stupid.

Britney Spears 'confused about marriage '

July 22, 2012 at 4:27 PM

Melbourne, July 22 (ANI): Britney Spears, who is still very much in love with fiancee Jason Trawick, is said to be having difficulty in deciding how to celebrate their wedding.

Sao Paulo signs Assuncao from Atletico Madrid

July 22, 2012 at 2:19 PM

Rio de Janeiro, July 22 (IANS) Brazilian midfielder Paulo Assuncao has joined Sao Paulo on a one-year deal after ending his contract with Spanish football club Atletico Madrid by mutual consent.

I really like the glamorous stuff, says Victoria Pendleton

July 22, 2012 at 1:47 PM

London, July 22 (ANI): British cyclist Victoria Pendleton has revealed that she likes being glamorous despite people criticizing that she can't be a serious sportsperson if she does all that.

Car pollution puts kids at risk of asthma

July 22, 2012 at 11:55 AM

Melbourne, July 22 (ANI): Car pollution is causing asthma-like symptoms in otherwise healthy children, and potentially affecting their lung growth, a new study has revealed.

Nicklas Bendtner set to sign off from Arsenal with ?7.5m price tag

July 22, 2012 at 11:39 AM

London, July 22 (ANI): Nicklas Bendtner, who is being targeted by both AC Milan and Galatasaray, is set to cost 7.5 million pounds when he leaves Arsenal this week.

Mike Tyson 'happy' rape conviction case is over

July 21, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Washington, July 21 (ANI): Mike Tyson has said that he is happy that the rape charge against him is a thing of the past.

Feminist Russian band on trial for chanting anti-Putin 'punk prayer'

July 21, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Moscow, July 21 (ANI): The trial of three feminist Russian punk rockers who chanted a "punk prayer" against President Vladimir Putin has started in Moscow.

Red Bull's Webber earn gearbox penalty

July 21, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Hockenheim, July 21 (IANS) Australian driver Mark Webber is set to take a five-place grid penalty at the German Grand Prix for a gearbox change just ahead of Saturday's practise session here at the Hockemheimring.

30,000 Syrians cross into Lebanon in last two days: UN

July 21, 2012 at 3:14 PM

Geneva, July 21 (Xinhua-ANI): Up to 30,000 Syrian refugees may have crossed into Lebanon over the past 48 hours, the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR) said on Friday.

Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton 'in shape of her life'

July 21, 2012 at 2:50 PM

London, July 21 (ANI): Victoria Pendleton, who has talked about looking 'boyish', dreaming of curves and offers of marriage, has shown the world that she is fitter than she's ever been.

Ryan Lochte changes diet plan to beat Michael Phelps at Olympics

July 21, 2012 at 12:42 PM

London, July 21 (ANI): US swimmer Ryan Lochte has revealed how he overhauled his diet and training regimen to bring his game to the next level before the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games kick off July 27.

Veena Malik's Ramazan show dropped after public outrage

July 21, 2012 at 10:02 AM

Karachi, July 21 (ANI): Veena Malik's new Ramazan show, in which she was supposed to repent for her sins, didn't seem to have settled well with the awaam.

Baldwin's wife to host show

July 21, 2012 at 8:26 AM

Los Angeles, July 21 (IANS) Actor Alec Baldwin's newly wed wife Hilaria Thomas will soon face the camera.

Mutko nominated for Russian FA chief

July 20, 2012 at 8:02 PM

Moscow, July 20 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko has been nominated as a candidate for president of the country's Football Association (FA).

Becks and pal enjoy motorbike ride through Malibu

July 20, 2012 at 7:30 PM

Washington, July 20 (ANI): David Beckham, who was again spotted riding his bike around Malibu, cruised on over to a California hotspot with a pal.

Whitney Houston's 'The Bodyguard' gown goes under the hammer

July 20, 2012 at 6:42 PM

Washington, July 20 (ANI): Whitney Houston's costumes in the flick 'The Bodyguard' are all set to be auctioned off in Los Angeles next week.

Aphrodisiac drink 'named after' disgraced IMF chief Strauss-Kahn

July 20, 2012 at 6:10 PM

Melbourne, July 20 (ANI): A fizzy drink, which carries the initials of disgraced IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn and reportedly has aphrodisiac qualities, will soon hit French night clubs.

Wikileaks reveals sexist emails written by Assad before Syrian crisis

July 20, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Damascus, July 20 (ANI): Hundreds of emails allegedly written by Syrian President Bashar al-Assad have been revealed, which show he sent several sexist or irreverent messages before the ongoing Syrian uprising began.

Russian envoy to Paris says Assad ready to go quit in 'civilized manner'

July 20, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Damascus, July 20 (ANI): Russia's envoy to Paris Alexander Orlov has said that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is ready to give up power, but only in a 'civilized manner'.

'Anonymous' hacktivists 'officially declare war on terror'

July 20, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Sydney, July 20 (ANI): Hacktivist group Anonymous has officially declared a war on terror after hacking into the accounts of a Middle Eastern bank.

Now, Oz women basketball team cries 'sexism' after being made to fly in economy class

July 20, 2012 at 4:34 PM

London, July 20 (ANI): The Australian women basketball team has complained they were forced to fly in economy class, whereas the men's team flew in business class, hinting towards sexism.