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

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

Mariah Carey bursts out of dress on 'GMA'

May 25, 2013 at 11:26 AM

London, May 25 (ANI): Mariah Carey suffered a wardrobe malfunction when her dress popped open on stage during the 'Good Morning America's' Summer Concert Series in Central Park on Saturday morning.

Tom Struthers backbone of 'D-Day': Arjun Rampal

May 24, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) Actors Arjun Rampal and Irrfan, who play RAW agents in Nikhil Advani's forthcoming thriller "D-Day", trained with Hollywood stunt director Tom Struthers for real action sequences in the film. Arjun calls him the "backbone" of the movie.

British journalist pens Lara's biography

May 22, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Cambridge, May 22 (IANS/CMC) British journalist James Fuller has written a biography of former West Indies captain Brian Lara, one of the greatest cricketers of all time.

Want to look trendy with baby bump? Here's how

May 21, 2013 at 11:26 AM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Dresses, gowns, kaftans, pants, skirts and lingerie... for all those mothers-to-be who want to look hip and relaxed and keep their fashion quotient high, there's plenty to choose from. But comfort must be key, warn experts.

Lara Bingle looking forward to some private time

May 19, 2013 at 12:14 PM

London, May 19 (ANI): Lara Bingle has revealed that she could have a new boyfriend, a new business venture and a new series this year, but wants to be more private this year.

Meet Oz twins born 16 days apart

May 14, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Melbourne, May 14 (ANI): Despite being officially classed as twins, three-year-olds Alessia and Lara Deleo from Australia do not share the same birthday.

'On-off' Pak opener Farhat hopes to end 'chequered' career with World Cup participation

May 10, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Karachi, May 10 (ANI): Pakistan opening batsman Imran Farhat seems to be unruffled despite the spate of criticism that he has faced in his chequered, start-stop-start sort of playing career, saying that it would like to end his career on a high note by participating in a World Cup.

Simon Cowell keeps listerine and weights in his loo, says Amanda Holden

May 10, 2013 at 3:58 PM

London, May 10 (ANI): Amanda Holden has revealed Simon Cowell's strange toilet habits which include taking mouthwash and weights into the bog.

Pak cricket fraternity prays for Imran Khan following freak accident

May 9, 2013 at 12:48 PM

Karachi, May 9 (ANI): Cricketers Shahid Afridi and Inzamam-ul-Haq visited Pakistan politician and former cricketer Imran Khan at the Shaukat Khanum Hospital here, where he is recovering from head and back injuries following a fall from a forklift at a recent party-related election rally.

Lara Stone, David Walliams welcomed baby boy?

May 7, 2013 at 1:21 PM

London, May 7 (IANS) Actor-comedian David Walliams and super model Lara Stone reportedly welcomed their first child, a baby boy, Sunday.

Windies 'mystery' spinner Narine says varying length key to bowling success

May 7, 2013 at 12:48 PM

Manama, May 7 (ANI): West Indies mystery spinner Sunil Narine has said that it is important for a bowler to vary his length while delivering a ball.

'Britain's Got Talent' judge David Walliams becomes 1st time dad

May 7, 2013 at 10:08 AM

London, May 7 (ANI): 'Britain's Got Talent' judge David Walliams' model wife Lara Stone has given birth to the couple's first baby, according to reports.

For Lara, daughter is the boss (Movie Snippets)

May 5, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Actress Lara Dutta is enjoying her stay in Madrid, Spain, and says her daughter Saira is the boss when it comes to choosing food when they go out to eat.

Navneet Kaur Dhillon sets sight on Bollywood

April 27, 2013 at 5:24 PM

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) Ponds Femina Miss India Navneet Kaur Dhillon, who will represent India at the Miss World pageant this year, has already set her eyes on Bollywood.

Oz company designs bras, frilly knickers for males

April 24, 2013 at 4:12 PM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): An Australian "male lingerie" company is planning to branch out its stores in UK, after claiming its success by selling sexy skimpies to British boys.

Lara Bingle enjoys late night dinner with new beau Nick Cohen

April 21, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Melbourne, April 21 (ANI): Lara Bingle and new boyfriend Nick Cohen were spotted enjoying a late dinner on Friday night

Actresses Juhi Chawla, Zeenat Aman sparkle in dazzling jewellery

April 14, 2013 at 5:16 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (ANI): Actresses Juhi Chawla and Zeenat Aman dazzled the ramp wearing exquisite and rare jewellery at the ongoing India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) here over the weekend.

When Bhandarkar hit the ramp (Movie Snippets)

April 14, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) Madhur Bhandarkar, known for making a film on the fashion industry, himself walked the ramp at the recently concluded India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) and liked the experience.

Lara, Chitrangada, Yami make splash at IIJW

April 13, 2013 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Bollywood beauties Lara Dutta, Chitrangada Singh and Yami Gautam added their spark and glamour at the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW). They walked the ramp here as showstoppers for different brands.

Ten-man Palmeiras seal Libertadores knockout berth

April 12, 2013 at 6:04 PM

Sao Paulo, April 12 (IANS) Midfielder Charles struck a second-half winner as 10-man Palmeiras secured a place in the Copa Libertadores knockout phase with a 1-0 victory over Libertad.

Lara hails Sammy's passion, dependability

April 10, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Port of Spain, April 10 (IANS/CMC) Cricket legend Brian Lara says his decision in the past to select Darren Sammy as a member of the West Indies team was based more on the player's passion for the game and his dependability than cricketing ability.

Sao Paulo face Libertadores exit after loss

April 5, 2013 at 1:49 PM

La Paz, April 5 (IANS) Three-time champions Sao Paulo face an uphill battle to progress to the Copa Libertadores knockout phase after a 1-2 defeat to The Strongest.

KKR's Morgan in love with Indian food

April 1, 2013 at 4:26 PM

Kolkata, April 1 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) English import Eoin Morgan has fallen in love with Indian cuisine, so much so that he wants to try cooking himself.

Victoria's Secret Angel Joan Smalls crowned World's No 1 model

March 30, 2013 at 3:14 PM

London, March 30 (ANI): Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls has been named the top ranked model in the World by Models.com.

Steve Waugh wants women playing in Big Bash

March 29, 2013 at 6:02 PM

Sydney, March 29 (IANS) Former Australia captain Steve Waugh wants to see women playing in the country's premier Twenty20 event, the Big Bash League.

Pregnant Lara Stone poses topless in latest photoshoot

March 20, 2013 at 5:21 PM

London, Mar 20 (ANI): Pregnant model Lara Stone posed in only a mini pinny as she served two huge glasses of red wine on a tray for her latest photoshoot.

Liz Hurley and Shane Warne attend designer's 50th birthday bash

March 18, 2013 at 12:01 PM

London, March 18 (ANI): Elizabeth Hurley and Shane Warne were seen in London together attending the 50th birthday party of designer Patrick Cox at hotel Cafe Royal, over the weekend.

'Fragile' Watson needs to 'eat humble pie' and start performing to silence critics

March 17, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Sydney, Mar 17 (ANI): Suspended vice-captain Shane Watson may have to swallow some humble pie and will need to offer sincerity of motive and intent to his critics and selectors if he is to return for the Delhi Test, following his sudden departure from India after his suspension from the Mohali Test.

Pato on target but injured in Corinthians win

March 14, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Sao Paulo, March 14 (IANS) Brazil internationals Alexandre Pato and Paulinho were both on target as Corinthians defeated Tijuana 3-0 in their Copa Libertadores Group 5 football clash.

I hope to die on sets: Kareena

March 12, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Bollywood actresses like Lara Dutta, Dia Mirza and Preity Zinta have tried their hand at film production, but Kareena Kapoor has no such plans. She says she is all for acting, and hopes she is on the set even when she takes her last breath.

Proteas great Kallis names Pak legend Wasim Akram as 'best pace bowler ever faced'

March 10, 2013 at 12:59 PM

Islamabad, Mar 10 (ANI): South African cricketer Jacques Kallis has revealed that former Pakistani quick Wasim Akram was the best pace bowler he had ever faced during his long and successful career.

'Daredevil' Lara Bingle turns death-defying stuntwoman

March 10, 2013 at 10:59 AM

Melbourne, March 10 (ANI): Reality TV star Lara Bingle recently performed wing walking atop a 1920s British biplane as it soared above Sydney Harbour.

Lara Bingle gets painted for art exhibition

March 7, 2013 at 3:23 PM

Melbourne, Mar 7 (ANI): Lara Bingle, who has been painted for the Archibald Prize, said that it was a "dream come true" for her.

Hayden backs 'axed' Sehwag to work hard for India Test team comeback

March 7, 2013 at 2:35 PM

Mumbai, Mar 7 (ANI): Australian batting great Mathew Hayden has backed Virender Sehwag to regain his spot in the Indian Test team by working hard after getting dropped from the Test squad for the remaining two Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar trophy.

Lynch loves stepdaughter Haden

March 3, 2013 at 6:59 AM

Los Angeles, March 3 (IANS) Actress Jane Lynch, 52, says she loves her stepdaughter Haden more than anything else.

It's actually better to give than take: Study

February 23, 2013 at 10:18 PM

London, Feb 23 (IANS) Age-old wisdom suggesting the joy of giving is far better than receiving has now been established by a new study by researchers from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver.

Dougie Poynter ready to wed

February 18, 2013 at 12:57 AM

London, Feb 18 (IANS) English musician Dougie Poynter thinks he will soon marry his girlfriend, Lara Carew-Jones.

WAGs and celebs gush about their Valentine's Day gifts on Twitter

February 15, 2013 at 3:13 PM

London, Feb 15 (ANI): Christine Bleakley led the way for other celebrities to share their gushing love notes and pictures of their presents through Twitter on Valentine's Day.

Lara Croft and Jack Sparrow voted perfect companions for Valentine's Day

February 14, 2013 at 1:53 PM

London, February 14 (ANI): Angelina Jolie's Lara Croft has been voted as the movie character most men would like to take out on a date this Valentine's Day.

Over 100 weapons found after prison riot in Venezuela

February 8, 2013 at 10:59 AM

Caracas, Feb 8 (IANS/EFE) The Venezuelan government has announced that authorities confiscated 106 firearms, including rifles and submachine guns, ammunition and grenades, along with assorted illegal drugs, at the Uribana prison, where Jan 25 a riot by inmates resulted in the deaths of 58 people.

Egyptians working to reclaim Tahrir Square tainted by frequent sexual assaults on women

February 3, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Washington, Feb. 3 (ANI): Fed up Egyptians are making it their job to prevent and rescue women at Tahrir Square, the epicenter of Egypt's uprising, which has become a terrifying place for women as sexual assault has become more common and violent.

'David' - magnificent morality tale (IANS Movie Review)

February 1, 2013 at 1:26 PM

Film: "David"; Actors: Vikram, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Vinay Virmani, Tabu, Lara Dutta, Nasser, Rohini Hattangadi and Monica Dogra; Director: Bejoy Nambiar; Rating: ****1/2

Lara Bingle hints at split from beau Gareth Moody on Twitter

January 30, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Melbourne, Jan 30 (ANI): Lara Bingle is said to have recently split from her boyfriend of 14 months Gareth Moody, after she tweeted an intimate snap with Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis.

Lara Dutta nostalgic about 'David'

January 27, 2013 at 6:08 PM

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) Former beauty queen Lara Dutta, who is looking forward to "David" release, recalls the time when she shot for the film. She says her daughter was just five months old at that time.

Lara Bingle sparks dating rumours with RHCP's Anthony Kiedis

January 27, 2013 at 12:48 PM

Melbourne, Jan 27 (ANI): Lara Bingle has sparked speculations that she might have split from long-term boyfriend Gareth Moody this past week.

54 die in Venezuela prison riot

January 26, 2013 at 10:08 AM

Caracas, Jan 26 (IANS) At least 54 people were killed and 88 injured Friday in a prison riot in northwest Venezuela, media reports said.

New TV series to expose James Bond creator Ian Fleming as serial womanizer

January 19, 2013 at 11:53 AM

London, Jan 19 (ANI): James Bond creator Ian Fleming's image is set to be shaken and stirred by a 4-million-pound TV drama, which will expose the dark side of the bestselling author's glamorous lifestyle.

Brian Lara says T20's no threat to Test cricket

January 18, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Johannesburg, Jan.18 (ANI): Former West Indies captain Brian Lara has reassured that the rising popularity of Twenty20 international games is not harmful for Test cricket, as both the formats can succeed together.

Dean Jones shares 'secret of success' against spin on 'Bunsen burner' Indian pitches

January 12, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Sydney, Jan 12(ANI): Former Australia batsman Dean Jones has shared his secrets of success against quality spin bowling on Bunsen burner pitches, the Australian name for spin-friendly pitches.

Lara Bingle flaunts new fab figure after losing 26lbs

January 12, 2013 at 1:53 PM

London, Jan 11 (ANI): Lara Bingle showed off her newly svelte figure on Thursday after dropping 26lbs with the aid of Pilates and a healthy diet.

McGrath inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

January 4, 2013 at 6:47 PM

Sydney, Jan.4 (ANI): Former Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath joined fellow 2012-13 inductees-West Indian Brian Lara and England's Enid Bakewell as members in the ICC Hall of Fame.

Isha Sharvani highly committed actor: Vikram

January 4, 2013 at 11:43 AM

Chennai, Jan 4 (IANS) Tamil actor Vikram considers Isha Sharvani, his co-star in forthcoming film "David", very professional and committed.

Shared great camaraderie with Vikram in 'David': Jiiva

January 4, 2013 at 12:07 AM

Chennai, Jan 3 (IANS) Tamil actor Jiiva said Thursday that he shared great comradeship with co-star Vikram in the forthcoming bilingual action-thriller "David" and he felt like he was working with his own brother.

McGrath to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

January 1, 2013 at 12:37 PM

Sydney, Jan. 1 (ANI): Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath will be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame during the third Test against Sri Lanka in Sydney.

McGrath to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

December 31, 2012 at 2:21 PM

Dubai, Dec 31 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) Monday announced that former Australia pace bowler Glenn McGrath will be inducted into its Cricket Hall of Fame Jan 4 during the lunch interval of the third Test match between Australia and Sri Lanka in Sydney.

Glenn McGrath to be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

December 31, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Dubai, Dec.31 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced that former Australia bowler Glenn McGrath will be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame on January 4, 2013 during the lunch interval of the third Test match between Australia and Sri Lanka in Sydney.

Sangakkara joins elite '10,000-Test runs' club

December 26, 2012 at 11:41 AM

Sydney, Dec 26(ANI): Veteran Sri Lankan batsman Kumar Sangakkara has become the eleventh batsman ever to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket, reaching the milestone on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the MCG.

'Struggling' Tendulkar in Indian Team could work in favour of Oz team for 2013 tour

December 14, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Sydney, Dec 14(ANI): The presence of an out of form Sachin Tendulkar in the India Test team for Australia's series next year could work in favour of the touring team for the first time ever, according to senior cricket writer, Malcom Conn.

Former Lankan coach Bayliss says Jayawardene as good as Ponting

December 13, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Sydney, Dec 13(ANI): Former Sri Lanka coach Trevor Bayliss has claimed veteran Mahela Jayawardene has been rated in the same batting stratosphere as Australian legend Ricky Ponting.

Sara Khan wants to concentrate on production

December 10, 2012 at 12:56 PM

Mumbai, Dec 10 (IANS) TV actress Sara Khan has turned producer with the opening of her banner Louise Multimedia, and says she is determined to work hard and reap good results.

'Kallis, Smith might be best slip combination in history'

December 8, 2012 at 1:40 PM

Johannesburg, Dec 8(ANI): Long-time South African Test colleagues Jacques Kallis and Graeme Smith have an ever-strengthening case for suggesting they are the best slip combination in history at least in statistical terms, according to senior cricket writer, Rob Houwing.

Motherhood is Lara's parameter for everything now

December 7, 2012 at 1:48 PM

Mumbai, Dec 7 (IANS) Actress Lara Dutta, who gave birth to daughter Saira earlier this year, says motherhood has become her parameter for choosing any new project.

Farhan's sporty look gets a thumbs up

December 5, 2012 at 2:12 PM

New Delhi, Dec 5 (IANS) Actor Farhan Akhtar's hard work seems to be paying off as he is getting a lot of compliments for his athletic body in the upcoming movie "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".

Sachin was the best I played against: Ponting

December 3, 2012 at 5:48 PM

Sydney, Dec 3 (IANS) Cricketing great Ricky Ponting, who retired from all forms of the game after playing his last Test match at Perth against South Africa, Monday said India's Sachin Tendulkar is the best player he has played against.

Lara finds Farhan hot! (Movie Snippets)

December 3, 2012 at 3:32 PM

Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Farhan Akhtar has left a lasting impression on Lara Dutta with the trailer of his upcoming film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".

I'll never get into direction, production: Kareena Kapoor

November 29, 2012 at 5:51 PM

Mumbai, Nov 29 (IANS) Actresses like Lara Dutta and Dia Mirza have stepped into the film production arena, but Kareena Kapoor is happy just acting. She says she is not interested in trying her hand at either direction or production.

Cricket's golden era's 'last remnants' Ponting, Tendulkar, Kallis deserve to leave triumphant

November 29, 2012 at 12:31 PM

Sydney, Nov 29(ANI): The golden era of cricket is nearing its end with Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Jacques Kallis, the last three remnants of the magnificent generation, playing in the final stages of their careers for their nations, according to cricket writer, Tanya Aldred.

Happy married life secret behind Clarke's 'record-shattering' form

November 26, 2012 at 11:51 AM

Sydney, Nov 26(ANI): Australia captain Michael Clarke's stunning batting form of late has been credited to his stable married life with model Kyly Boldy.

Lara to start shooting after daughter's birthday in Jan

November 23, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Mumbai, Nov 23 (IANS) Actress Lara Dutta says she will be back in the studio after celebrating her daughter Saira's first birthday, which is Jan 20 next year.

Lara Stone calls herself 'shy' after stripping off in sultry shoot for mag

November 23, 2012 at 2:58 PM

London, November 23 (ANI): Lara Stone, who recently dared to bare in her raunchiest shoot yet by posing in an eye-popping full-frontal shoot, has described herself as 'shy' in an interview with i-D magazine.

Lara Stone poses nude in X-rated spread for mag

November 22, 2012 at 4:50 PM

London, November 22 (ANI): Lara Stone dared to bare in her raunchiest shoot yet by posing in an eye-popping full-frontal shoot, wearing just stockings with a cape draped over a shoulders.

Lara urges ICC to swap 'mundane' Test program for 'dedicated' championship league

November 19, 2012 at 1:55 PM

Sydney, Nov 19(ANI): Caribbean great Brian Lara has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to swap the dull future tours Test program for a dedicated championship league to revive the purest form of the game.

Lara marveled at captain Clarke's rise as 'run machine'

November 19, 2012 at 12:03 PM

Sydney, Nov 19(ANI): Caribbean great Brian Lara has revealed the first time he met Michael Clarke ten years ago, he had no idea that the now Australia Test team captain would go on to become a run machine for his country in the future.

Shilpa to wear Anjalee?Arjun's creation at Miss Universe finale (With Image)

November 18, 2012 at 4:11 PM

New Delhi, Nov 18 (IANS) Designer duo Anjalee and Arjun Kapoor have been roped in to design the finale costume for Miss India Universe 2012 Shilpa Singh.

'Batsmen have best averages when they hit 29.875 yrs'

November 18, 2012 at 11:47 AM

Sydney, Nov. 18 (ANI): The batting average of even the greatest cricketers usually dips when they continue playing into their late 30s, with 29.875 being the age when the averages hit peak, a new study has suggested.

Poodle dresses as Lady Gaga

November 17, 2012 at 3:38 PM

Los Angeles, Nov 17 (IANS) A poodle dog has posed in shades, a bow wig and even a faux meat dress a la Lady Gaga, for a special calendar.

Scared of dentists? Blame your parents

November 17, 2012 at 12:18 PM

Washington, November 17 (ANI): Fear of visiting the dentist is passed on to kids by their parents, a new study has revealed.

Powell eighth West Indian to score two centuries in Test

November 17, 2012 at 11:22 AM

Bridgetown (Barbados), Nov 17 (IANS/CMC) Keiron Powell Friday became the eighth West Indian batsman to hit a century in each innings of cricket Test scoring 117 and 110 against Bangladesh in the Dhaka Test.

Lara Bingle reveals too much information about private life at swimsuit party

November 15, 2012 at 11:38 AM

Melbourne, Nov 15 (ANI): Lara Bingle let out a little too much detail about her personal life during a Q and A session at the Cleo swimsuit party on Wednesday night.

Pat Rafter still goes on date-nights with wife

November 12, 2012 at 2:51 PM

Sydney, Nov 12 (ANI): Former world No.1 tennis star Pat Rafter has spoken about his life beyond his professional career on being a hands-on dad and going on date nights with his wife, Lara.

Bazmee denies approaching Arjun for 'Welcome' sequel

November 11, 2012 at 6:35 PM

Mumbai, Nov 11 (IANS) Director Anees Bazmee denies rumours about roping in Arjun Kapoor for "Welcome" sequel and says that right now his focus is only on "No Entry Mein Entry".

Shashant Shah wants to work with Lara again

November 9, 2012 at 3:17 PM

Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) After critically acclaimed comic satire "Challo Dilli", director Shashant Shah is keen to work with Lara Dutta again in his next untitled project.

Would like to try my hand at direction: Lara

November 7, 2012 at 12:50 PM

New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) Lara Dutta, who is multitasking right now, says she would like to soon direct a film.

Tendulkar receives Order of Australia from visiting minister

November 6, 2012 at 8:24 PM

New Delhi/Mumbai, Nov.6 (ANI): Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar was on Tuesday conferred membership of the Order of Australia, by that country's Minister for Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government and Minister for the Arts Simon Crean.

'Kallis lives in Sobers' shadow'

November 3, 2012 at 3:11 PM

London, Nov. 3 (ANI): Proteas all-rounder Jacques Kallis probably lives under the shadow of West Indies legend Garry Sobers, according to some famous figures from the cricketing world.

Shed baby weight when you feel like: Sonali Bendre

November 1, 2012 at 1:48 PM

New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Actress Sonali Bendre, who is among Bollywood's yummy mummies, says there should not be any hoopla around the post-pregnancy weight of celebrity mothers.

Big B moved by courage of acid attack victim

November 1, 2012 at 1:24 PM

Mumbai, Nov 1 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is blown over by the grit and strength of an acid attack victim, a female from Jharkhand, whom he met while shooting for a special episode of his game show "Kaun Banega Crorepati 6" (KBC).

Easy win for Real Madrid in Copa del Rey

November 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Madrid, Nov 1 (IANS) Real Madrid all but assured their progress into the last 16 of the Spanish Copa del Rey knockout football competition with a 4-1 win away to third-tier Alcoyano in the first leg tie.

Blackout hits Venezuela

November 1, 2012 at 10:28 AM

Caracas, Nov 1 (IANS/EFE) A large power outage Wednesday affected two Venezuelan states, Electrical Energy Minister Hector Navarro said.

Lara Bingle's 'BFF' Hermione Underwood becomes her 'frenemy'

October 28, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Melbourne, October 28 (ANI): Hermione Underwood and Lara Bingle, who were once inseparable, hardly see each other now having been as good as de-friended from each other's lives, it has been claimed.

Lara Bingle selling Merc for slashed price of $118.5k

October 25, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Melbourne, Oct 25 (ANI): Lara Bingle has posted an online ad in the hope of selling her 170,000-dollar Mercedes G350 for the cut price of 118,500 dollars.

Aussies have utmost respect for Tendulkar: Webber

October 24, 2012 at 7:19 PM

Greater Noida, Oct 24 (IANS) Australian Formula 1 driver Mark Webber said here Wednesday that his country has utmost respect for Indian cricketing maestro Sachin Tendulkar.

Brian Lara refuses to participate in T20 exhibition matches in Pakistan

October 21, 2012 at 3:42 PM

Karachi, Oct. 21 (ANI): Brian Lara, who was made an offer to play for the International XI in the two Twenty20 exhibition matches in Karachi, refused it because he was concerned about the message his participation would send out, given that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had distanced itself from the games.

French TV journalist sexually attacked by out-of-control protesters in Cairo

October 21, 2012 at 11:10 AM

Cairo, Oct. 21 (ANI): A French television journalist has said that she was attacked in Egypt's Cairo square where CBS News correspondent Lara Logan was sexually assaulted last year.

Lara to launch own ethnic wear line

October 17, 2012 at 1:47 PM

Mumbai, Oct 17 (IANS) Former Miss Universe and actress Lara Dutta is excited about launching her own fashion line, an ethnic Indian wear collection.

Brian Lara named Chittagong Kings brand ambassador

October 16, 2012 at 1:56 PM

Dhaka, Oct 16 (IANS/CMC) Former West Indies cricket captain Brian Lara has been named brand ambassador of Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise Chittagong Kings.

Sachin Tendulkar 4th non-Australian cricketer to receive Order of Australia honor

October 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar will be made member of the Order of Australia soon and hence will become the fourth non-Australian cricketer to receive it.

Lara Bingle poses topless in ad campaign for coconut water

October 14, 2012 at 12:04 PM

Melbourne, October 14 (ANI): Lara Bingle, who kicked off her reality TV endeavour with a scandal involving nude photos in June, shot a campaign without her bikini top for a coconut water brand in Bali earlier this year.

Lara among 33 cricketers honoured by Trinidad

October 2, 2012 at 11:54 AM

Port-of-Spain, Oct 2 (IANS/CMC) Batting legend Brian Lara was among 33 past and present national cricketers honoured by the Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) at a special ceremony over the weekend.

What Dia Mirza likes in a man?

October 1, 2012 at 1:58 PM

Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) Actress Dia Mirza believes that the quality that makes a man stand out is his character.