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

Gemfields unites with 4 Indian jewellers

May 18, 2013 at 3:58 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Gemfields, a global coloured gemstone producer, has collaborated with four Indian jewellery designers for a collection of bespoke pieces.

Katie Holmes teams up with Luke Kirby

May 16, 2013 at 1:18 AM

New York, May 16 (IANS) Hollywood actress Katie Holmes will be seen with Canadian actor Luke Kirby in "Mania Days".

Two arrested for extortion in Delhi

May 9, 2013 at 11:18 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Two men including a son of Uttrakhand minority commission's former vice chairman have been arrested for making an extortion call to a real estate realtor, police said Thursday.

'Iron Man 3' tops weekend box office with second-best film opening of $175.3m

May 6, 2013 at 11:08 AM

New York, May 6 (ANI): Superhero film 'Iron Man 3' got off to a massive start this weekend with a box office haul of 175.3 million dollars and in the process had the second biggest film opening of all time in the US.

Nicole Richie wants to get 'Tramp Stamp' ink removed

May 1, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, May 1 (ANI): Nicole Richie visited a tattoo removal clinic to inquire about removing a 'tramp stamp' tattoo, in the very first episode of her AOL web series of 'Candidly Nicole'.

Boeing confirms 767 part found on Ground Zero mosque site from 9/11 terror attack

April 30, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Washington, Apr. 30 (ANI): A charred portion of plane wing found in an area near Ground Zero belonged to one of the two planes that smashed into the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, officials have confirmed.

Landing gear piece found in New York may be from 9/11 plane

April 27, 2013 at 11:40 AM

New York, April 27 (IANS/EFE) A piece of landing gear thought to be from one of the two aircraft that hijackers crashed into the World Trade Center Sep 11, 2001, was found near ground zero, a New York Police Department spokesman confirmed Friday.

Part of 9/11 plane landing gear found in NYC

April 27, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Beijing, Apr. 27 (Xinhua-ANI): A piece of landing gear believed to be from one of the hijacked planes that crashed into the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, has been discovered wedged between two lower Manhattan buildings, police said Friday.

'Oblivion' tops weekend box office with $38.2m earning

April 22, 2013 at 12:12 PM

New York, Apr. 22 (ANI): Tom Cruise's sci-fi thriller 'Oblivion' has made a

I fantasize about robbing banks, says Ryan Gosling

April 17, 2013 at 4:04 PM

London, April 17 (ANI): Ryan Gosling, who plays a stunt driver turned criminal in The Place Beyond The Pines, has admitted that he has always fantasized about robbing a bank in real life.

Ryan Gosling got emotional for screen son

April 17, 2013 at 4:04 PM

London, April 17 (IANS) Actor Ryan Gosling cried watching a baby being baptised on the sets of his recently released film "The Place Beyond The Pines".

Stress can increase mental alertness

April 17, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Washington, April 17 (IANS) Researchers have discovered that stress is not all bad, after all -- some bit of it can push one to a level of heightened alertness and better performance, a new study claims.

Stress not always bad

April 17, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Washington, April 17 (ANI): Stress is always thought as a really bad thing, but researchers say it's not.

Gosling fantasised about robbing bank

April 17, 2013 at 3:56 AM

London, April 17 (IANS) Actor-director Ryan Gosling says he always wanted to rob a bank, but was scared about going to behind the bars.

'42' tops weekend box office with 27.3-million-dollar earning

April 15, 2013 at 1:08 PM

Washington, Apr. 15 (ANI): Baseball player Jackie Robinson's biopic '42' has emerged as the top grosser at the US box office by raking in 27.3 million dollars, according to the studio estimates on Sunday.

Ryan Gosling protected Eva Mendes during intimate scenes

April 14, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Washington, April 14 (ANI): Ryan Gosling has revealed that he made sure to cover up his girlfriend Eva Mendes' naked body when they were filming 'The Place Beyond the Pines'.

Bengali new year: Restaurants offer gourmet far

April 14, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) From irresistible mochar chop (plantain flower cutlet), to kumro phul bhaaja (pumpkin flower fritters), to daab chingri (jumbo prawn in green coconut), mutton and a variety of lip-smacking traditional desserts like misti doi (sweet yoghurt) - restaurants here have laid out grand thalis to set the taste buds tingling on Poila Baisakh - Bengali New Year's Day - Monday.

Bengali new year: Restaurants offer gourmet fare

April 14, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) From irresistible mochar chop (plantain flower cutlet), to kumro phul bhaaja (pumpkin flower fritters), to daab chingri (jumbo prawn in green coconut), mutton and a variety of lip-smacking traditional desserts like misti doi (sweet yoghurt) - restaurants here have laid out grand thalis to set the taste buds tingling on Poila Baisakh - Bengali New Year's Day - Monday.

Indian bookstore in Morocco promotes Indian literature (With Image)

April 13, 2013 at 3:16 PM

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New technique based on atomic force microscopy helps decode gut secrets

April 13, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, Apr 13 (ANI): To help read information encoded in the gut lining, a new technique based on atomic force microscopy was developed at the Institute of Food Research.

Gosling disliked face tattoos in 'The Place...'

April 13, 2013 at 12:20 AM

Los Angeles, April 13 (IANS) Actor Ryan Gosling says he hated the tattoos that he has sported in upcoming movie "The Place Beyond The Pines".

Oxford Book Store to promote rhino conservation

April 12, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) To spread awareness about the conservation of one-horned rhinos and its habitat in Assam, Oxford Book Store has tied up with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).

'The Place Beyond The Pines' worth a watch (IANS Movie Review - Rating: *** 1/2)

April 12, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Film: "The Place Beyond The Pines"; Cast: Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes, Ray Liotta, Mahershala Ali, Ben Mendelsohn, Dane Dehaan, Emory Cohen, Harris Yulin, Robert Clohessy, Bruce Greenwood and Rose Byrne; Director: Derek Cianfrance; Rating: *** 1/2

Mendes finds peace in graveyards

April 11, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Los Angeles, April 11 (IANS) Actress Eva Mendes loves graveyards and old churches as she finds them very peaceful.

Gosling robs bank for shoot, audience enjoys

April 9, 2013 at 7:41 AM

London, April 9 (IANS) Actor Ryan Gosling says people enjoyed watching him rob a bank for a scene in upcoming movie "The Place Beyond The Pines".

Ryan Gosling lashes out at photographer who called Eva Mendes 'baby'

April 1, 2013 at 4:10 PM

New York, April 01 (ANI): Ryan Gosling recently got into a dust-up with a fashion photographer after he shouted "Hey, baby" at the actor's girlfriend Eva Mendes.

The faithful in Delhi pray, feast on Easter

March 31, 2013 at 12:50 PM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Christians in the Indian capital celebrated Easter Sunday by attending special mass in churches followed by sumptuous family meals.

Eva Mendes flashes undies while getting out of car in NY

March 29, 2013 at 3:30 PM

New York, March 29 (ANI): Eva Mendes suffered an embarrassing moment after she accidently flashed her underwear while stepping out of a car in New York City on Wednesday night.

18 varities of pasta on your plate (Food Review) (With Image)

March 27, 2013 at 1:30 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) A pasta festival in town is offering 18 varities of the dish from various parts of Italy made with variosu shapes and sizes of pastas with mouth watering combinations of vegetables, meat and prwans. Most interestingly, it doesn't burns a hole in your pocket.

Delhi switches off power on Earth Hour

March 23, 2013 at 9:46 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) The national capital observed Earth Hour by switching off lights at India Gate, Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, the historic Red Fort, Central Park in Connaught Place and many other buildings at 8.30 p.m. Saturday.

I love being single, says Selena Gomez

March 23, 2013 at 3:14 PM

London, March 23 (ANI): Selena Gomez revealed that she is absolutely enjoying being single.

Packing away woollens? Go for neem, tobacco leaves

March 14, 2013 at 12:54 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Busy packing away your winter clothes? Go for Azadirachta indica (neem) or tobacco leaves instead of naphthalene balls to preserve woollens from damage, say the experts.

Ohio judge rules speed cameras violate rights of drivers

March 8, 2013 at 4:03 PM

Washington, Mar 8 (ANI): An American judge has ruled that speed cameras in a community area in Cincinnati, Ohio, violate the rights of drivers under the state constitution, in a case which has been termed as the first-ever ruling against the omnipresent enforcement tool.

Punish officers for missing rape case files: Court

March 5, 2013 at 11:15 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has directed the district and sessions judge to initiate action against officers responsible for non-availability of files of a 20-year-old rape case.

US restaurateur with Down syndrome offers free hugs to customers

March 5, 2013 at 2:51 PM

New York, Mar 5 (ANI): A man with Down syndrome operates the "world's friendliest restaurant" in Albuquerque, where every customer is offered a hug - free of charge.

Reconstruct 20-year-old rape case record: Delhi HC

February 27, 2013 at 2:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Wednesday directed a trial court to "reconstruct the records" of a 20-year-old rape case whose judicial and police files are missing.

Important bills in this session (To go with 'Speaker holds all-party meet')

February 20, 2013 at 3:05 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) A long list of legislative business lies ahead for the government as parliament meets for the budget session beginning Thursday -- there are a total of 55 bills on the agenda, including the finance bill.

Strike disrupts life in Delhi

February 20, 2013 at 11:13 AM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) With autos and taxis off the roads and metro trains and buses packed to capacity, commuters in Delhi had a harrowing time as the two-day nationwide strike called by various trade unions began Wednesday.

Government urges political parties to let Parliament function smoothly

February 19, 2013 at 9:12 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 19 (ANI): Amid potential ruckus during the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament from the opposition parties over issues like the chopper deal scam, price rise and hanging of Afzal Guru, the government on Tuesday urged all political parties to ensure it functions smoothly.

9XM enters Limca Book of Records

February 18, 2013 at 6:08 PM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) Music channel 9XM has entered the Limca Book of Records for creating the biggest wall of music in India. The digital wall, created for World Music Day in 2012, enabled viewers to download free music for a day.

Hoax caller arrested for duping people

February 11, 2013 at 9:07 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) A frequent hoax caller was arrested here for duping several people on the pretext of providing them Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards, election cards and badges of auto and taxi divers, police said Monday.

Jaguar's all-wheel drive sedans unveiled

February 8, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Chicago, Feb 8 (IANS) Jaguar has introduced its first all-wheel drive sedans at the Chicago Auto Show that opened here in McCormick Place, a media report said.

Gosling casts Mendes in directorial debut

February 8, 2013 at 12:19 AM

Los Angeles, Feb 8 (IANS) Actor Ryan Gosling has roped in his real-life lady love Eva Mendes to star in his directorial debut.

World Book Fair becomes annual event in Delhi

February 4, 2013 at 3:42 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The World Book Fair here became an annual event Monday after 41 years of inception as a bi-annual book carnival, with its inauguration by Minister Shashi Tharoor.

Indian apparel show draws top US brands

January 29, 2013 at 11:34 AM

New York, Jan 29 (IANS) The first Indian apparel trade show here featuring 35 exporters and their Fall/Winter 2013-14 collections is expected to bring more than 300-400 US buyers, including at least 20 brand stores.

Delhi HC seeks report on 20-year-old rape case

January 23, 2013 at 10:48 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Wednesday asked the Saket district judge to file a status report explaining about the missing files of a 20-year-old rape case, whose trial has been held up.

One in three sacked US military men fired due to sexual offences

January 21, 2013 at 3:44 PM

London, Jan. 21(ANI): Thirty percent of US military commanders who were fired over the past eight years lost their jobs because of sexually related offenses, which include harassment, adultery, and improper relationships.

'Shootout At Wadala's live trailer launched in 5 cities simultaneously

January 19, 2013 at 10:57 PM

Noida, Jan 19 (IANS) A live gangwar where actor Anil Kapoor came to fulfil his responsibilty as a cop. No, this was not the set of a film, but the first trailer launch of "Shootout at Wadala" here. The trailer was also simultaneously launched in four other cities with other cast members.

Fit at 53, Anil Kapoor credits younger generation

January 19, 2013 at 10:01 PM

Noida, Jan 19 (IANS) Even at the age of 53, Anil Kapoor looks as young as ever. He credits his fit body to the young generation of Bollywood.

Delhi High Court bars hawkers at Nehru Place

January 19, 2013 at 1:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) The Delhi High Court Saturday dismissed the petition of a hawker, making it clear that no one was permitted to hawk or vend in the open areas of Nehru Place in the national capital, marked a "No Hawking Zone".

Recording session of the Beatles to be recreated for 50th anniversary

January 18, 2013 at 5:21 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): The Beatles' 12-hour historic recording session will be recreated in a live broadcast on national radio.

Watch out for 'shootouts' at five cities

January 18, 2013 at 5:05 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) Filmmaker Ekta Kapoor has come up with an innovative way of launching the theatrical trailer of her upcoming production venture "Shootout at Wadala". It will be launched with live staged shootouts across five cities, simultaneously.

Rains, hailstorm play havoc with Delhi traffic

January 18, 2013 at 4:01 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) Commuters had a tough time with long traffic snarls on Delhi's arterial roads as the national capital was lashed by winter rains and hailstorm Friday.

Jantar Mantar: Beacon of hope for justice seekers (One month after Dec 16 gang-rape)

January 16, 2013 at 2:41 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Jagjeet Kaur, a 30-year-old rape victim from Punjab, was frustrated after running from pillar to post for two years seeking justice. Finally, she landed in Delhi, beginning her hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, the tourist landmark in the centre of Delhi that has been the month-long epicenter of the protests against the Delhi gang-rape that she says inspired her to fight on.

Bikini waxing trend almost wiping out pubic lice

January 15, 2013 at 2:17 PM

London, Jan 15 (ANI): Lice have made homes around human groins since man first appeared, but bikini wax may have made the bugs an endangered species.

Sven Goran Eriksson to settle dispute over 2.7m pounds London flat with Nancy Dell'Olio

January 11, 2013 at 11:22 AM

London, Jan 11 (ANI): Footie manager Sven Goran Eriksson is set to meet his former partner Nancy Dell'Olio, as the pair attempt to solve a dispute over his 2.7 million-pound London flat.

Police asked for details of arrested foreigners

January 8, 2013 at 8:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) The external affairs ministry Tuesday asked Delhi Police for details of four foreigners arrested -- later released -- for allegedly passing lewd comments at a woman here.

King Louis XVI blood mystery finally 'solved' after more than 2 centuries

January 1, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Washington, January 1 (ANI): Scientists have solved the mystery of a rag said to be dipped in the blood of Louis XVI of France after his execution in the Place de la Revolution.

Even after cremation, protests rage on in Delhi (Second Lead, With Images)

December 31, 2012 at 8:21 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Protests against violence on women continued in the national capital Monday, a day after the city's gang-rape victim was cremated under heavy security.

Anti-rape protesters march from Connaught Place to Jantar Mantar on New Year's eve

December 31, 2012 at 7:57 PM

New Delhi, Dec. 31 (ANI): Thousands of students, activists and common people from all walks of society took to streets here on Monday with the aim of making public places safer for women.

Even after cremation, protests rage in Delhi

December 31, 2012 at 1:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Students and women Monday continued their protests in the Indian capital against violence on women, a day after the city's gang-rape victim was cremated under heavy security.

Low-key New Year celebrations in capital's hotels

December 30, 2012 at 6:13 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) It's the time to plan for New Year's Eve, but the mood for a night out seems subdued this year after the brutal Delhi gang-rape and the victim's death. While some restaurateurs and hotel owners have beefed up their security for the event, others have decided to keep them low-key.

Protests will hit business but safety important: Pub owners

December 24, 2012 at 8:37 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) With the Christmas and New Year celebrations ahead, mall and pub owners here expect less business because of the recent protests against the Dec 16 gang-rape of a woman in the national capital. However, they said safety is more important than business.

Flying champagne corks can cause serious, blinding eye injuries

December 23, 2012 at 3:33 PM

Washington, Dec 23(ANI): The American Academy of Ophthalmology has reported that warm bottles of champagne and improper cork-removal techniques cause serious, potentially blinding eye injuries each year.

Mexican experts recreate life in ancient city

December 20, 2012 at 9:57 AM

Mexico City, Dec 20 (IANS/EFE) Mexican researchers have reconstructed the political, economic, religious and cultural life of the ancient Mayan capital of Palenque on the basis of inscriptions, authorities said.

'Stale' parathas: Drunk customer fires at waiter, held

December 16, 2012 at 6:46 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) An argument over the quality of parathas served at an eatery here Sunday turned violent when a drunk customer opened fire at a waiter who escaped unhurt, police said. The man who fired twice was arrested.

Delhi man fires at waiter for being served left-overs

December 16, 2012 at 3:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Angered over being served left-over food, a man opened fire at a waiter at an eatery in Connaught Place in central Delhi, early Sunday morning. No one was injured in the incident, police said.

Fire breaks out at Bhagirath Place in Chandni Chowk

December 13, 2012 at 6:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 13 (ANI): Fire broke out at the Bhagirath Place in Chandni Chowk on Thursday evening.

Three held for promising fake call-centre franchises

December 7, 2012 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Two brothers and their associate were arrested for cheating over a hundred investors through a multi-crore rupee scam, police said Friday.

Fair to women and East Asians (The Funny Side)Moustaches wars not

December 7, 2012 at 10:52 AM

Picture the scene. A banker, reluctant to give out a large cash loan to a desperate man, asks: "But do you have any valuable assets to offer as collateral?" The applicant points to his upper lip, saying: "Yes. My moustache."

Secrets to younger life revealed

December 5, 2012 at 4:04 PM

Washington, December 5 (ANI): A nutritionist has shared his stay-young strategies and top tips for age-proofing your body against the ageing clock.

Tricks to stay safe in hotel room

November 30, 2012 at 2:23 PM

Melbourne, November 30(ANI): A guidebook has suggested some sneakier tricks that will help stop you from being an easy target for thieves while in a hotel room.

Indiana man with Romney's campaign logo tattoo on face 'set to get it lasered off'

November 29, 2012 at 11:43 AM

Washington, Nov. 29 (ANI): An Indiana man, who got his face tattooed with failed presidential candidate Mitt Romney's logo, is planning to get the tattoo lasered off, a process that could take a year.

Assam's Career CliniQ comes to Delhi

November 28, 2012 at 7:51 PM

New Delhi, Nov 28 (IANS) The Guwahati?based Career CliniQ, which offers career counselling to students in the northeast, hopes to win clients in the capital and other north Indian cities too through its new centre inaugurated here Wednesday.

Justin Bieber defends fashion choice for meeting with Canadian PM

November 27, 2012 at 2:14 PM

Washington, November 27 (ANI): Justin Bieber, who sent tongues wagging when he wore overalls to accept the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from Canadian Prime Minster Stephen Harper, has been forced to defend his choice of clothing.

Cooper, Gosling competed for 'sexy' title

November 25, 2012 at 1:33 PM

Los Angeles, Nov 25 (IANS) Actors Bradley Cooper says he and Ryan Gosling used lunch breaks to decide who is sexier between them while shooting for the upcoming movie "The Place Beyond Pines".

Now, Romney hits 'happiest place on Earth' Disneyland to beat election loss blues!

November 22, 2012 at 11:22 AM

Washington, Nov. 22 (ANI): Failed Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, who has been photographed seeing the latest 'Twilight' movie and fueling up his car, made his most high-profile appearance at Disneyland on Tuesday.

Campaign to sensitise children on open defecation

November 19, 2012 at 6:43 PM

New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) On World Toilet Day Monday, a campaign called Toilets are Beautiful (TAB) was held at Dilli Haat in south Delhi to sensitise people against open defecation and to promote sanitation and hygiene.

Fire in Connaught Place building

November 19, 2012 at 9:23 AM

New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) A major fire broke out in the 15?storey Himalaya Building in Connaught Place Monday morning, a fire service officer said.

Justin Bieber mum about split with Selena Gomez

November 12, 2012 at 10:51 AM

Washington, Nov 12 (ANI): Justin Bieber kept mum on the subject of his split from girlfriend Selena Gomez, after a two year relationship in a recent interview, neither confirming nor denying the news of the breakup.

Three Dinamo Zagreb fans sentenced for Paris clash

November 9, 2012 at 6:37 PM

Paris, Nov 9 (IANS) Three Dinamo Zagreb fans were sentenced and fined by a French court after clashes with Paris Saint-Germain fans ahead of a European Champions League football match.

Over 100 fans arrested before Dinamo Zagreb-PSG match

November 7, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Paris, Nov 7 (IANS) French police had detained over 100 fans here before the Champions League match Tuesday between Dinamo Zagreb and Paris Saint Germain.

India, Australia install permanent heritage show at Hampi

November 6, 2012 at 7:20 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) A cultural exchange between India and Australia aimed at reviving ancient heritage in this country Tuesday culminated in the inauguration of Kaladham Museum and an exhibition in Vijaynagar in Karnataka as part of the Oz Fest, a four-month-long cultural festival.

Selena Gomez oozes glamour in chest enhancing frock for US magazine

November 3, 2012 at 3:43 PM

London, November 3 (ANI): Selena Gomez, who's known for being the cute face of Disney and not even old enough to drink alcohol in America, proved that she's not a child anymore in a grown up and glamorous cover shoot for US Glamour.

Couple found murdered in Delhi

October 31, 2012 at 8:20 PM

New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) A couple in their early 50s was found murdered and their house robbed in Delhi, police said Wednesday.

10 ways to live happy and healthy life revealed

October 29, 2012 at 3:48 PM

London, October 29(ANI): A spiritual teacher has suggested ten simple steps that could lead you to a happier lifestyle.

Now, glove that can turn your hand into wireless keyboard

October 28, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Washington, October 28 (ANI): Computer engineering students at The University of Alabama in Huntsville have designed a glove device that functions as a wireless keyboard.

India's rainbow colours draw foreign artists

October 24, 2012 at 1:43 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Foreign artists are finding India a viable destination for long-haul art residencies, drawn to the rainbow colours and traditions that paint everyday life in the country. The rules of the game are changing as India gets a toehold on the global art map.

'Wizard of Oz' dress expected to fetch more than $400k at NY auction

October 23, 2012 at 8:07 PM

New York, Oct 23 (ANI): The gingham pinafore and puff-sleeved blouse worn by Dorothy in 'The Wizard of Oz' is set to be auctioned off at the Big Apple.

Gorge yourself on sinful delights this Durga Puja

October 20, 2012 at 1:58 PM

Kolkata, Oct 20 (IANS) From the multifarious Bengali cuisine to the Oriental to the Continental, the world is your oyster when it comes to food this Durga puja - an opportunity for people here to gorge on spicy, sinful delights.

Amend civil service rules to curb sexual harassment of women, orders SC

October 19, 2012 at 10:54 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) The Supreme Court Friday directed all the states and union territories to amend their civil services rules to incorporate provision for the effective enforcement of Vishaka guidelines for the prevention and redressal of sexual harassment of women at workplaces.

100 Brits 'jiggle boobs' in giant flashmob for breast cancer charity

October 19, 2012 at 2:38 PM

London, October 19 (ANI): 100 nimble-footed participants gathered in central London on Wednesday to take part in a giant 'flashmob' - a sudden choreographed dance routine set to music aimed at surprising passers-by - organised by breast cancer awareness charity CoppaFeel!.

IWPC announces short story competition

October 2, 2012 at 3:46 PM

New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) The Indian Women's Press Corps (IWPC), a premier professional organisation for Indian women journalists, Tuesday announced its second short story writing competition.

Selena Gomez sheds `Disney girl' label

September 27, 2012 at 10:58 AM

Los Angeles, Sep 27 (IANS/EFE) Singer and actress Selena Gomez is distancing herself from her "Disney girl" label and will star in "Hotel Transylvania" in the US, an animated comedy in which she provides the voice for Count Dracula's daughter.

Doting dad Becks treats adorable Harper to lunch in Los Angeles

September 26, 2012 at 4:11 PM

London, September 26 (ANI): Harper Seven, who's used to spending time being toted around the world's most-coveted fashion shows with her designer mummy, Victoria Beckham, enjoyed a spot of father-daughter bonding time with her footballer dad, David on Tuesday afternoon.

Now, GPS-enabled shoe that can navigate you home

September 20, 2012 at 1:39 PM

Washington, Sept 20 (ANI): An English shoemaker has invented a pair of shoes that can help you navigate anywhere you want to go with three simple clicks.

Two arrested for cheating engineers

September 18, 2012 at 9:09 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Two people were arrested for cheating several serving and retired engineers on the pretext of providing them consultancy jobs in their fictitious projects, said police Tuesday.

Minor maid falls to death from flat

September 18, 2012 at 5:49 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) A 17-year-old maid died here after falling from a third floor flat where she worked, police said Tuesday.

US club installs black curtains in restrooms after passersby got free show

September 15, 2012 at 3:48 PM

New York, Sept 15 (ANI): Black, waist-high curtains were installed in some restrooms at a US hotel's top-floor club after passersby were getting an eyeful - thanks to floor-to-ceiling bathroom windows at the 18th-floor hotspot.

Rainy weekend in store for Delhi

September 14, 2012 at 7:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Heavy showers lashed Delhi Friday bringing down the temperatures and providing relief to residents after a sultry week. The met office has forecast the pleasant weather and rains to continue over the weekend.