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UK dating site pulls out 'Intimate Encounters' option to ward off sleazy men

May 22, 2013 at 1:26 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): The founder of one of Britain's biggest dating website has now decided to take radical action to root out fake and sleazy profiles, after finding that many of the "women" who use the hook-ups section of his site are actually men in disguise.

Shuttler Sindhu wins Malaysia Open

May 4, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 4 (IANS) Top seed P.V. Sindhu won her maiden tier three tournament as she beat Juan Gu of Singapore in the final of the $120,000 Malaysia Open Grand Prix Gold Saturday.

Justin Bieber books entire golf course in Dubai

April 25, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Washington, April 25 (ANI): Justin Bieber has booked an entire golf course for when he visits Dubai next week, as he plans to keep himself busy during his two concerts at The Sevens Stadium.

Easy win for Real Madrid ahead of Galatasaray trip

April 7, 2013 at 2:29 PM

Madrid, April 7 (IANS) Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain was the man of the match as a late flurry of goals gave Real Madrid a 5-1 win over Levante at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium here.

Fergie sure Van Persie's 'goal drought' will end soon

April 5, 2013 at 4:20 PM

London, Apr 5 (ANI): Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has said that he believes that the dry spell of striker Robin Van Persie will end soon, after claiming recently that Van Persie may be feeling the strain of his excellent first season at Old Trafford.

Iran, Kuwait draw 1-1 in AFC Asian Cup qualifiers

March 27, 2013 at 3:46 PM

Tehran, March 27 (IANS) Iran and Kuwait drew 1-1 in Group B of the 2015 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.

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.

Brazil striker Fabiano scores late winner for Sao Paulo

March 1, 2013 at 1:39 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Mar 1 (IANS) Brazil international striker Luis Fabiano struck a 79th-minute winner as Sao Paulo recovered from a goal down to defeat Bolivia's The Strongest 2-1 in their Copa Libertadores group stage clash.

Jadson leads Sao Paulo to 3-0 win

February 24, 2013 at 3:07 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 24 (IANS) Brazil's former Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Jadson scored as Sao Paulo eased to a 3-0 victory over Linense in Brazil's Campeonato Paulista.

Iran beat Lebanon 5-0 in Asian Cup soccer qualifier

February 7, 2013 at 2:27 PM

Tehran, Feb 7 (IANS) Iran beat Lebanon 5-0 in Group B of the 2015 Asian Cup football qualifier.

Manzano returns for third spell as Mallorca coach

February 6, 2013 at 12:43 PM

Madrid, Feb 6 (IANS) Struggling Primera Liga football club Mallorca confirmed Gregorio Manzano as the replacement for coach Joaquin Caparros.

Moura keen to cement Brazil spot

February 5, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 5 (IANS) Paris Saint-Germain winger Lucas Moura says he is ready to cement his place in Luiz Felipe Scolari's Brazilian team.

Ganso scores first Sao Paulo goal

January 27, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Jan 27 (IANS) Brazil international midfielder Paulo Henrique Ganso scored his first goal since his September move to Sao Paulo to help his team to a 2-1 victory over Atletico Sorocaba in the Campeonato Paulista.

Advantage Mumbai in Ranji final

January 26, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Mumbai, Jan 26 (IANS) It is advantage Mumbai already as the 39-times champions bowled Saurashtra out for 148 on the first day of the Ranji Trophy final being held here at the Wankhede Stadium Saturday.

Barca are mortal; easy wins for Real, Atletico

January 21, 2013 at 2:48 PM

Madrid, Jan 21 (IANS) FC Barcelona are mortal - that is the news that can be spread after match day 20 of the Spanish football league La Liga.

2015 World Cup Final: MCG firming up as favoured venue

January 18, 2013 at 1:45 PM

Sydney, Jan.18 (ANI): The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is emerging as the favoured place for hosting the 2015 World Cup final, although the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is also under consideration.

Wenger admits being bothered by lack of silverware at Arsenal

January 5, 2013 at 4:47 PM

London, Jan 5(ANI): Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has finally admitted that it hurts to see club's barren trophy cabinet from last seven and a half years, and the Frenchman hinted this year's FA Cup could mark the end to fans' long wait for a major title.

Moscow unveils 2013 World Athletics mascot

December 5, 2012 at 10:28 PM

Moscow, Dec 5 (IANS/RIA Novosti) An anthropomorphic sparrow will serve as the mascot for the 2013 World Athletics Championships in Moscow, organisers announced Wednesday.

Wonder kid' Neymar's shocking spot kick branded 'worst penalty ever'

November 16, 2012 at 12:42 PM

Sydney, Nov 16(ANI): Brazil striker Neymar stepped up to take a penalty against Colombia in a friendly game on Wednesday night in the US that could have won the match for them, but the highly-rated forward made a mess of it when he fired his shot way over the bar, way over most of the stands at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, and towards the seats near the top tier.

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.

Ronaldinho not looking for revenge against Flamengo

October 31, 2012 at 5:08 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Oct 31 (IANS) Atletico Mineiro star Ronaldinho has denied he will be seeking revenge when his team hosts Flamengo in Brazil's Serie A championship.

Sri Lanka beat Pakistan to enter World T20 final

October 4, 2012 at 10:46 PM

Colombo, Oct 4 (IANS) Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 16 runs to enter the final of the World Twenty20 tournament at the R. Premadasa Stadium here Thursday.

Milan have to improve to beat Zenit, says Allegri

October 3, 2012 at 12:46 PM

Milan, Oct 3 (IANS) AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri said his side have to "improve a lot" in order to beat Zenit St. Petersburg at their European Champions League group game Wednesday.

Madonna wants to work with Gaga

September 29, 2012 at 8:42 AM

Los Angeles, Sep 29 (IANS) Singer Madonna wants to join hands with singer Lady Gaga and perform with her.

Ex-UK home secretary Straw reveals 'secret' battle with depression, tinnitus in autobiography

September 23, 2012 at 3:47 PM

London, Sept. 23 (ANI): Former British home secretary Jack Straw has revealed how he suffered from depression caused by political tension and illness at the start of his career.

Neymar ensures Santos victory over Flamengo

September 13, 2012 at 8:42 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Sep 13 (IANS) Striker Neymar and 16-year-old winger Victor Andrade scored two goals in as many minutes as late-rallying Santos defeated Flamengo 2-0 in Brazil's Serie A championship.

Seedorf double inspires Botafogo

September 6, 2012 at 4:39 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Sep 6 (IANS) Dutch star Clarence Seedorf scored twice as Botafogo rallied from a goal down to beat Cruzeiro 3-1 in Brazil's Serie A championship.

Paralympic flame lit

August 29, 2012 at 12:59 PM

Buckinghamshire, Aug 29 (IANS) The London Paralympic flame was ignited in Stoke Mandeville village prior to the 24-hour torch relay.

Ronaldinho's Atletico Mineiro return to top of Brazil's Serie A

August 10, 2012 at 4:01 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Aug 10 (IANS) Ronaldinho's Atletico Mineiro returned to the top of Brazil's Serie A championship with a 1-0 victory over Coritiba.

Boca goalkeeper provokes Corinthians before Copa final

July 3, 2012 at 7:50 PM

Rio de Janeiro, July 3 (IANS) Boca Juniors goalkeeper Agustin Orion has attempted to provoke Corinthians on the eve of Wednesday's Copa Libertadores football final by claiming Brazilians fear playing Argentinian clubs.

Villas-Boas sees improvement after Chelsea's win over Sunderland

September 11, 2011 at 3:14 PM

London, Sep 11(ANI): Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas feels that his team's hard work in training is finally translating onto the pitch.

US Open: Murray narrowly beats Haase in five sets

September 3, 2011 at 12:19 PM

New York Sep.3 (ANI): Britain's Andy Murray has kept his US Open hopes alive after recovering from two sets down to beat Dutchman Robin Haase in the second round.

MJ bros distance from mum over pop king's tribute gig

July 26, 2011 at 4:15 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): Michael Jackson's brothers Jermaine Jackson and Randy have decided not to voice their support to mother Katherine's plans of organizing a tribute concert in the memory of the late pop star, claiming that it was not the proper time.

Robbie Williams 'blames bad language to early upbringing in pub'

July 12, 2011 at 4:36 PM

London, July 12 (ANI): Robbie Williams has blamed his habit of using abusive language to his early upbringing in a pub and said that one of his 'first words was f***.'

Robert Pattinson admits being a 'loser' for fending off female fans through Twitter

April 27, 2011 at 5:53 PM

London, April 27 (ANI): Twilight star Robert Pattinson says he's a loser at using Twitter to ward off female admirers waiting for him outside restaurants and other public places.

Capello may change his winning England formation

March 27, 2011 at 5:37 PM

London, Mar.27 (ANI): England manager Fabio Capello has said that he may axe his new system, despite the team's 2-0 win against Wales in Saturday's Euro 2012 qualifier in Cardiff.

Capello reinstates Terry as permanent England captain

March 20, 2011 at 12:59 PM

London, Mar 20(ANI): England manager Fabio Capello has reinstated John Terry as the captain of the national team.

'Arsenal is better side than Barcelona'

October 19, 2010 at 5:24 PM

London, Oct 19 (ANI): Arsenal is a better side than Barcelona at the moment, according to Shakhtar Donetsk defender Darijo Srna.

Enrique, Alesha join line-up for Heroes Concert

August 14, 2010 at 2:29 PM

London, Aug 14 (ANI): Enrique Iglesias and Alesha Dixon are the latest stars to join the line up for the Heroes Concert at Twickenham Stadium.t the event, which is expected to be rammed to the rafters with soldiers and their families, would see Enrique's cheesy pop ballad 'Heroes' turning into a real tear-jerker on the day

Angelina Jolie buys manicure kit for son Pax, 6

August 5, 2010 at 12:46 PM

Washington, August 05 (ANI): Angelina Jolie's son Pax apparently got a manicure kit for himself while shopping in California with his mum.

Beware of lesbian gangs in jail, inmate warns Li-Lo

July 13, 2010 at 4:58 PM

London, July 13 (ANI): Soon-to-be jailbird Lindsay Lohan apparently has a lot to worry about.

Katich declared fit to play third Test against Pakistan

January 12, 2010 at 12:15 PM

Sydney, Jan 12 (ANI): Australian opening batsman Simon Katich has been cleared to play in the third and final Test against Pakistan, starting on Thursday at the Bellerive Oval.

Cruise namesake to make debut for Arsenal

December 9, 2009 at 10:37 AM

London, Dec.9 (ANI): Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is likely to field 18-year-old Tom Cruise against Olympiakos.

Sedatives, mood-altering drugs linked to falls among elderly

November 24, 2009 at 1:05 PM

Washington, Nov 24 (ANI): A new study has found that sedatives often prescribed as sleep aids and medications used to treat mood disorders might be behind increasing number of falls in elderly.

Sedatives, mood-altering drugs linked to falls among elderly

November 24, 2009 at 12:59 PM

Washington, Nov 24 (ANI): A new study has found that sedatives often prescribed as sleep aids and medications used to treat mood disorders might be behind increasing number of falls in elderly.

Lampard says England best placed for hosting 2018 World Cup

October 10, 2009 at 4:03 PM

London, Oct 10 (ANI): Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has backed England's World Cup bid and feels there are "so many reasons" why they should stage the 2018 tournament.

U2 successful because of their "mysterious" relationships, says guitarist

August 13, 2009 at 4:18 PM

Washington, August 13 (ANI): U2 rocker The Edge has accorded the band's success to the members' 'mysterious' tuning with each other onstage.

Shakhtar Donetsk win UEFA Cup

May 21, 2009 at 8:36 AM

Istanbul, May 21 (DPA) Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk beat German Bundesliga side Werder Bremen 2-1 after extra time in the UEFA Cup final Wednesday at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul.

Beckham reveals what he is doing to save people from malaria

April 21, 2009 at 12:37 PM

London, Apr.21 (ANI): England winger David Beckham has said that he is horrified to learn that close to 90,000 children are suffering from malaria in Africa, and believes that every one is in a position to save these young lives.

Robbie Williams exploring new ways to release his music

January 26, 2009 at 5:43 PM

London, Jan 26 (ANI): Robbie Williams is exploring new ways to release his music.

Islamist group to protest against Rihanna's Malaysian concert

January 25, 2009 at 1:17 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Jan 25 (ANI): The Federal Territory PAS Youth will be demonstrating against Malaysia Government's decision to allow R and B singer Rihanna to perform live in Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysian couple held for molesting teenager

December 25, 2008 at 4:47 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Dec 25 (DPA) Malaysian police have detained a 50-year-old shaman and his 43-year-old wife who are accused of molesting a teenager during treatment, news reports said Thursday.

Madonna's great fall at Rio concert

December 17, 2008 at 12:54 PM

Washington, December 17 (ANI): Madonna, who is currently trotting the globe for her 'Sticky and Sweet' tour, slipped and fell onto her back during a performance in Rio De Janeiro.

Thousands rally to support fugitive former Thai premier

December 13, 2008 at 4:43 PM

Bangkok, Dec 13 (DPA) Thousands of Thais sporting red shirts gathered Saturday at the Suphachalasai Stadium in in the capital to show their support for fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who planned to address the rally by teleconference.

Murray will rule the tennis world, predicts Rusedski

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

London, Sept.9 (ANI): Former British Davis Cup player and Andy Murray's coach, Greg Rusedski, has predicted that his ward will one day rule the tennis world.

Avril Lavigne's 'rocking' concert goes off without a hitch in Malaysia

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Kuala Lumpur, August 30 (ANI): All the fuss and furor over Canadian teen pop-rock star Avril Lavigne's concert proved completely unfounded as she gave a stupendous performance at Stadium Merdeka last night.

10pc British kids have had online sex chats

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

London, July 17 (ANI): A new poll has revealed that about 10 per cent of British kids have had sexually explicit chatting on the Internet.

Brazil retained COPA trophy crushing Argentina 3-NIL

July 16, 2007 at 12:00 AM

Its party time for Brazil as Defending Champion could able to retain the prestigious COPA Cup Championship trophy by defeating itâ??s bitter rival Argentina 3-0 despite of absentees of their superstar trio Ronaldo, Ronaldinho and Kaka...