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Five die after drinking hooch in Amethi

May 8, 2013 at 4:24 PM

Lucknow, May 8 (IANS) Five people died in Amethi after consuming illicit liquor, police said Wednesday. Three people, including the liquor supplier, were arrested.

Paris' Crazy Horse topless dancers call off strike

May 18, 2012 at 8:18 PM

London, May 18 (ANI): Nude dancers at Paris' famed Crazy Horse cabaret were back on stage on Thursday following their first-ever strike over pay.

Iran to sue Google over dropping name of Persian Gulf from Google Maps

May 18, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Tehran, May 18 (ANI): Iran has threatened to sue Google over dropping the name of the Persian Gulf on Google Maps.

Former Man U striker Solskjaer in line for Aston Villa manager's job

May 18, 2012 at 4:02 PM

London, May 18(ANI): Former Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is among a list of candidates lined up for vacant manager job at Aston Villa.

US funding for Israeli air defence

May 18, 2012 at 3:22 AM

Washington, May 18 (IANS) The US will give $70 million to help boost Israel's air defence capabilities to thwart rocket attacks by Palestinian militants.

UAE charity treats Somali eye patients

May 18, 2012 at 12:02 AM

Mogadishu, May 17 (IANS/WAM) A UAE charity has treated some 80 Somali patients as part of its humanitarian efforts.

Iran warns Google over changing Persian Gulf's name

May 17, 2012 at 6:42 PM

Tehran, May 17 (IANS) Iran Thursday warned the US-based Google company of legal action over using "alternative words" for the Persian Gulf on its online map service, a media report said.

3 in 10 Americans viewing Romney negatively over school bully report

May 17, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Nearly three in 10 that they were aware of a report about Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney bullying a classmate in school, which left them with a negative view of the latter.

Queen Elizabeth hasn't friended me on Facebook, says Prince Harry

May 17, 2012 at 2:26 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Prince Harry has revealed that though he is very close with his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, but she hasn't friended him on Facebook yet.

"The Germans always win on penalties": Bayern's Schweinsteiger cranks up heat on Chelsea

May 16, 2012 at 4:02 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger cranked up pressure on Chelsea ahead of their Champions League final by claiming that the Germans always win in the penalties.

'Men In Black 3' to be 'most action-packed movie yet'

May 16, 2012 at 1:38 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): 'Men In Black 3' will have "'more action, aliens and magic" as compared to the previous two films in the franchise, the movie's director Barry Sonnenfeld has revealed.

Mob kills murder suspect in Brazil

May 16, 2012 at 10:26 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 16 (IANS/EFE) Nearly 300 people broke into a jail in the northeastern Brazilian town of Tapiramuta, dragged a suspected murderer out of his cell and burned him to death, a media report said.

UAE, Kazakhstan sign customs pact

May 15, 2012 at 11:54 PM

Abu Dhabi, May 15 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kazakhstan have signed a customs cooperation agreement.

Ex-NI chief Rebekah Brooks charged over phone-hacking scandal

May 15, 2012 at 3:38 PM

London, May 15 (ANI): Former News International chief Rebekah Brooks has been charged with perverting the course of justice over the News of the World phone hacking scandal.

Al Qaeda behind Syrian blasts, says Russia

May 14, 2012 at 9:30 PM

Moscow, May 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Moscow believes that terrorist groups, including Al Qaeda, carried out recent suicide bombings in Syria, said Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Gennady Gatilov Monday.

Ashton Kutcher renews 'Two and a Half Men' contract

May 14, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Washington, May 14 (ANI): Ashton Kutcher has reportedly decided to renew his deal to return as Warren Schmit for the tenth season of the long running sitcom 'Two and a Half Men'.

Turkish journalists released from Syria

May 13, 2012 at 9:22 AM

Tehran, May 13 (IANS) Two Turkish journalists who were held in Syria for two months have been released following Iranian mediation, BBC reported.

40 pc Americans say Obama's support for gay marriage to affect voting preferences

May 12, 2012 at 7:14 PM

Washington, May 12 (ANI): Almost 40 percent Americans believe that President Barack Obama's support for gay marriage will affect their voting preferences during the presidential election, according to poll.

63 pc Americans believe US better off from having rich class

May 12, 2012 at 7:14 PM

Washington, May 12 (ANI): Almost 63 percent Americans believe that the United States is better off from having a wealthy class, according to poll.

Stevie Wonder's alleged extortionists arrested

May 12, 2012 at 12:54 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): Two people, who tried to extort money from singer Stevie Wonder, have been arrested in the United States.

Balochistan Minister shockingly claims 'no harm in corruption, which should be done'

May 12, 2012 at 12:54 PM

Quetta, May 12 (ANI): Balochistan Provincial Minister for Communications, Ali Madad Jatak, believes that there must be some sort of corruption in the province given its backwardness, and has shockingly claimed that there really is no harm in that.

Man U's Ferdinand feared Asian sex gang trial was whipping up race storm

May 10, 2012 at 1:42 PM

London, May 10 (ANI): Manchester United striker Rio Ferdinand has said that the Asian sex gang trial as it appeared could be whipping up a "race storm".

Everton captain Phil Neville may soon join England coaching set-up

May 9, 2012 at 1:02 PM

London, May 9(ANI): Everton captain Phil Neville is expected to join England's new manager Roy Hodgson's coaching set-up.

Chelsea's Terry may not make it to England squad for Euro 2012

May 9, 2012 at 10:06 AM

London, May 9 (ANI): With the Football Association appointing Roy Hodgson as the new manager of the England squad in place of Italian Fabio Capello, there is a possibility that Chelsea FC captain John Terry could be axed from the national squad for the Euros 2012.

Kerala mulls law to protect women

May 8, 2012 at 4:14 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 8 (IANS) The Kerala government may enact a new law to uphold the dignity of women, state Home Minister T. Radhakrishnan said Tuesday during his first official meeting here with top police officials.

'Taliban grew stronger following US troops surge in Afghanistan by Obama in 2010'

May 7, 2012 at 11:10 AM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): The Taliban has grown stronger since President Barack Obama sent 33,000 more US troops to Afghanistan in 2010, according to Senate intelligence leaders.

Russia needs more foreign investment: Putin

May 2, 2012 at 10:54 PM

Moscow, May 2 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia needs to bolster the positive trend of foreign direct investment growth in Russia, Prime Minister and President-elect Vladimir Putin said Wednesday.

UN peacekeeping chief holds both government, opposition of violating ceasefire in Syria

May 2, 2012 at 2:02 PM

Washington, May 2 (ANI): The United Nations peacekeeping chief, Herve Ladsous, has said that military observers in Syria have reported ceasefire violations both the government and the opposition, and demanded an immediate halt to violence from both sides.

Seven arrested in Britain on suspicion of financing terrorism

May 1, 2012 at 5:38 PM

London, May 1 (Xinhua-ANI): Seven people have been arrested in England and Wales on suspicion of financing terrorism, the British police said in a statement on Tuesday.

Winstone worked for free in daughter's film

April 30, 2012 at 7:30 AM

London, April 30 (IANS) Actor Ray Winstone worked for free in the movie "Elfie Hopkins" after his daughter Jaime asked him to make an appearance.

'Pak nukes' capability across India matter of concern': UN ex-envoy

April 28, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): The former American Ambassador to the United Nations, John Bolton, has expressed his concern about Pakistan's improving capabilities of delivering nuclear weapons in the wake of a successful missile test by the country.

Mourinho agrees to signing Sao Paulo playmaker

April 28, 2012 at 3:14 PM

Rio De Janeiro, April 28 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has reportedly given his consent to the signing of Sao Paulo playmaker Lucas.

Obama advices single men to marry 'superior' women to improve gene pool

April 28, 2012 at 2:34 PM

Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): Barack Obama has offered some advice to the single men of America, insisting that they should seek out a woman with good genes and then marry her.

Christina Aguilera is a total b----, says The Wanted

April 28, 2012 at 1:38 PM

Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): Boy Band 'The Wanted' has alleged that Christina Aguilera made them feel most unwanted during their appearance on the show 'The Voice'.

Panetta reveals 'four most nail biting moments in Osama Abbottabad raid'

April 28, 2012 at 12:02 PM

Washington, Apr 28(ANI): The most nail biting moment in the Abbottabad raid that killed former Al Qaeda chief Osama Bin Laden came when the helicopters carrying the Navy Seals left Afghan airspace to enter Pakistan's territory, US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta has said.

Russian journalist charged with creating armed group

April 28, 2012 at 7:22 AM

Moscow, April 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian journalist, detained in Dagestan republic, has been charged with setting up an illegal armed group.

Now consensual sex with minors will be an offence, Cabinet approves bill

April 27, 2012 at 11:53 AM

The Cabinet on Thursday has given its nod to make amendment to existing 'Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Bill, 2011' by determining the age of legal sex to 18 years and above...........

Mollie King takes to Twitter to clarify relationship status with Prince Harry

April 26, 2012 at 10:12 PM

London, Apr 26 (ANI): Mollie King, who is rumoured to be dating Prince Harry, took to her Twitter on Tuesday to have a little online Q and A with her fans under the hashtag #askmollie.

US warns of 'lone wolf' terrorist attacks to avenge Bin Laden's killing on death anniversary

April 26, 2012 at 10:06 PM

Washington, Apr 26 (ANI): US federal authorities are warning countries to maintain caution as terrorist may use the date to avenge the former Al Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden's death.

'Lost' Beatles concert to be screened in US cinemas

April 26, 2012 at 10:03 PM

London, April 26 (ANI): Recently discovered footage of the Beatles' first ever full American concert, that lost for 48 years, is to be shown at US cinemas next month.

Adam Levine wrote songs to woo women

April 25, 2012 at 10:01 PM

Washington, April 25 (ANI): Adam Levine used to write love songs for the women he was interested in, and make sure that they heard them.

Vietnamese PM meets British Foreign Secretary in Hanoi

April 25, 2012 at 5:24 PM

Hanoi, April 25 (Xinhua-ANI): Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung met here on Wednesday with the visiting British Foreign Secretary William Hague, during which the two leaders expressed delight at the current finely developing relations of strategic partnership between the two countries, local media reported.

Alex Burke and Jermain Defoe display 'couple' body language in public

April 25, 2012 at 5:22 PM

London, Apr 25 (ANI): Jermain Defoe and Alexandra Burke, who tried to convince everyone for a while that they were "just good friends", have been pictured touching each other in public for the first time.

Pearce to observe David Beckham before slotting him for Team GB of London Olympics

April 25, 2012 at 2:41 PM

London, Apr 25 (ANI): Team Great Britain's coach Stuart Pearce has said that he will watch David Beckham play for the LA Galaxy before deciding on whether to select him in the final 18-man squad for the London 2012 Olympics.

Canada drops non-military sanctions on Myanmar

April 25, 2012 at 7:20 AM

Ottawa, April 25 (IANS) Canada has suspended its non-military sanctions against Myanmar in recognition of the latter's moves towards democracy.

Kelly Brook gives up on acting career

April 24, 2012 at 6:05 PM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): Kelly Brook has given up her dream of conquering Hollywood after refusing to relocate to the United States.

Putin quits as head of ruling party

April 24, 2012 at 5:56 PM

Moscow, April 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian president-elect Vladimir Putin said Tuesday he was standing down as head of the ruling United Russia party and nominated outgoing President Dmitry Medvedev as its new leader.

Russia's Leybo wins men's double trap at Olymic test event

April 24, 2012 at 1:40 PM

London, April 24 (IANS) Russian shooter Leybo beat Italy's Francesco D'Aniello and Daniele Di Spigno to win the men's double trap gold at the World Cup and test event for the Olympic Games here.

$3.2 bn needed to fight malaria in Africa, says activist

April 24, 2012 at 11:40 AM

United Nations, April 24 (IANS) A sum of $3.2 billion is needed to finance the fight against malaria by 2015 in Africa, the source of 90 percent malaria cases in the world, a special representative for a global framework against malaria said here Monday.

UAE's participation in Abu Dhabi Dialogue 2 significant: Envoy

April 23, 2012 at 11:56 PM

Manila, April 23 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) envoy to Philipines has underlined the importance of participating in the Abu Dhabi Dialogue 2 held last week in Manila under the chairmanship of Philippines President Benigno Aquino.

David Guetta doesn't impress Drake

April 23, 2012 at 3:00 PM

London, April 23 (IANS) Rapper Drake says he doesn't want to work with Grammy Award-winning DJ and music producer David Guetta.

Rooney defends Man U teammate Young over 'diving' barbs

April 22, 2012 at 9:51 PM

London, Apr 22(ANI): Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has leapt to his England and United teammate Ashley Young's defence over the diving barbs he has faced recently.

Scholes in 'form of his life': Ferguson

April 22, 2012 at 9:49 PM

London, Apr 22 (ANI): Manchester United manager, Alex Ferguson believes veteran Paul Scholes is in form of his life.

Adele voted as 'new gay icon'

April 22, 2012 at 1:09 PM

Sydney, Apr 22 (ANI): Adele, who picked up thousands of votes in a survey of GaydarRadio listeners in the UK, has taken the gay icon crown from Australian singer Kylie Minogue.

Beckham says playing for GB in Olympics would be his proudest moment

April 21, 2012 at 3:49 PM

London, Ape 21(ANI): Former Manchester United midfielder David Beckham has reasserted his desire to play for team Great Britain during the London Olympics this year.

Ajax signs Schone, lures Narsingh and Moisander

April 20, 2012 at 8:13 PM

The Hague, April 20 (IANS) Dutch football club Ajax made its first signing for the 2012/2013 season by signing Danish international Lasse Schone on a free transfer from NEC Nijmegen. It has also shown interest in Luciano Narsingh and Niklas Moisander.

Former England footballer Lineker says Beckham doesn't deserve to be in Team GB

April 20, 2012 at 5:17 PM

London, Apr 20(ANI): Former England footballer Gary Lineker has said David Beckham doesn't deserve to be in the Great Britain squad for the London Olympics.

Corinthians interested in signing Uruguayan striker Forlan

April 19, 2012 at 8:29 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 19 (IANS) Brazilian clubs Corinthians and Atletico-MG are reportedly interested in signing Inter Milan and Uruguay striker Diego Forlan.

Poll gives significant insights into Obama vs Romney prez race

April 19, 2012 at 5:57 PM

Washington, Apr 19(ANI): Both US President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney have garnered 46 percent support in the latest poll, which has also provided important insights into the presidential race.

Bin Laden's youngest wife 'demanded sex 24 hours a day'

April 19, 2012 at 1:25 PM

London, Apr 19 (ANI): Osama Bin Laden's youngest wife 'demanded sex 24 hours a day,' the slain Al-Qaeda leader's eldest wife has claimed.

Russia imposes quota on foreigners in sports

April 19, 2012 at 5:09 AM

Moscow, April 19 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia has announced that foreign athletes may not exceed 25 percent of a professional sports club's workforce.

Danielle Lloyd 'back on anti-depressants'

April 18, 2012 at 4:06 PM

London, Apr 18 (ANI): Danielle Lloyd, who recently opened up about how she's getting on following the explosion of her breast implants, has said that she is back on anti-depressants after she suffered from post natal depression following the birth of her second son Harry.

Etihad Airways launches recruitment drive in Oman

April 16, 2012 at 10:35 PM

Abu Dhabi, April 16 (IANS/WAM) Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has launched a recruitment drive to hire 400 new employees from Oman by the end of 2012.

Norwegian mass murderer Breivik refuses to recognise authority of court

April 16, 2012 at 5:31 PM

Oslo, Apr 16 (ANI): Norwegian mass killer Anders Behring Breivik, who is facing trial for killing 77 people in a bombing and shooting rampage, has boldly rejecting the authority of the court.

Ajmal vows to prepare replacement before retirement from cricket

April 16, 2012 at 11:07 AM

Karachi, Apr 16(ANI): Pakistan off-spinner Saeed Ajmal has said that he will ensure that there is no vacuum left following his retirement and added he was confident of playing till the 2015 World Cup.

Ferdinand wants to emulate Man U veterans Scholes, Giggs

April 15, 2012 at 5:23 PM

London, Apr 15(ANI): Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has said he is inspired by veteran midfielders Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs, and would like to continue playing as long as he can.

UN chief says 'one million people displaced in Syrian uprising'

April 15, 2012 at 10:59 AM

Geneva, Apr 15 (ANI): United Nations chief Ban Ki-moon has said that at least one million people have been displaced in Syria during a 13-month uprising aimed at unseating President Bashar-al Assad's government.

Bullet removed from leg after 40 years

April 14, 2012 at 8:53 PM

London, April 14 (IANS) Former Royal Navy commando Robert Mitchell holds a bullet that was stuck in his leg for 40 years - and he never knew it was there, The Sun reported.

Obama's illegal-immigrant uncle prepares legal fight to avoid deportation

April 14, 2012 at 5:16 PM

Washington, April 14 (ANI): US President Barack Obama's illegal immigrant uncle is preparing to fight new efforts to have him deported back to Kenya from America.

Pentagon places order for two new Presidential Air Force Ones equipped with more power

April 14, 2012 at 12:51 PM

Washington, Apr 14 (ANI): The Pentagon has requested for two new Air Force Ones, the official aircraft for the US President, that will come equipped with more power and gear.

Pak party chief slams Zardari as 'US agent doing whatever they want'

April 13, 2012 at 1:39 PM

Karachi, Apr 13(ANI): Pakistan People's Party-Shaheed Bhutto(PPP-SB) chief Ghinwa Bhutto has labeled President Asif Ali Zardari as a US agent and added that the ruling Pakistan People's Party was toeing the US line instead of representing people of its country.

Monfils, Gasquet pull out of Monte Carlo Masters

April 13, 2012 at 12:51 PM

Paris, April 13 (IANS) France's Gael Monfils and Richard Gasquet pulled out of the Masters 1000 event in Monte Carlo due to injury.

UNSC to mull on observer mission in Syria

April 13, 2012 at 8:11 AM

United Nations, April 13 (IANS) The UN Security Council (UNSC) will begin consultation on a draft resolution concerning the deployment of an observer mission in Syria "as swiftly as possible".

US sues Apple, publishers over e-book pricing

April 12, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Washington, Apr 12 (ANI): The United States government has sued tech giant Apple and five major book publishers, accusing them of colluding to raise e-book prices rather than allowing retailers to set them.

UAE, Portugal hold talks

April 12, 2012 at 12:03 AM

Lisbon, April 11 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Portugual have discussed ways to boost bilateral cooperation, it was reported Wednesday.

Almost half of Brazilians overweight

April 11, 2012 at 11:00 AM

Rio de Janeiro, April 11 (IANS/EFE) More than 48 percent of Brazilians are overweight and 15.8 percent are obese, according to a study based on 2011 data that was released Tuesday by the health ministry.

Oz TV show 'Neighbours' airs first-ever male gay kiss in its 27-yr history

April 10, 2012 at 8:14 PM

Melbourne, Apr 10 (ANI): Long-running Australian television soap opera 'Neighbours' has won accolades from viewers for finally featuring its first male gay kiss in an episode on Monday.

Now, view over 200k Titanic records online

April 10, 2012 at 8:12 PM

London, Apr 10 (ANI): More than 200,000 historical documents about the Titanic have been put up online as the 100th anniversary of the ship's sinking approaches.

Tori Spelling hopes for a baby boy

April 10, 2012 at 2:10 PM

Los Angeles, April 10 (IANS) Actress Tori Spelling is in the family way and hopes it will be a boy.

Iran blocks access to London 2012 Olympics site

April 10, 2012 at 10:17 AM

Tehran, Apr 10 (ANI): Iran has reportedly blocked access to the official site for the 2012 Olympics in London.

Lily Allen pens songs about baby girl

April 10, 2012 at 8:34 AM

London, April 10 (IANS) Singer Lily Allen, who announced retirement from music in 2009, is planning a come back and is said to be writing songs about her baby and husband.

Britain mulls moving out foreign criminals

April 9, 2012 at 8:03 PM

London, April 9 (IANS) Foreign criminals, using human rights laws to stay in Britain, are likely to be booted out under new measures being taken by the government, a top official has said.

Syrian peace plan 'doomed' as Assad regime backs away from troop withdrawal deal

April 9, 2012 at 11:06 AM

Damascus, Apr 9 (ANI): The United Nations' peace plan for Syria has fallen into a state of disarray as President Bashar al-Assad's government backed away from a promise to complete a troop withdrawal before April 10 deadline, and continued its brutal crackdown on pro-democracy protestors.

Ferguson says 'staying united' is key to success in Premier League

April 8, 2012 at 6:57 PM

London, Apr 8(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has side any team who wants to win the Premier League, needs to stay united through the course of the season.

Zara Phillips downs shots with hubby Mike Tindall on pub night out

April 8, 2012 at 4:33 PM

London, Apr 8 (ANI): Zara Phillips stunned regulars in a Norfolk boozer by downing the bomb shot cocktail Jagerbombs.

Top Iranian official says 'country has capability to produce nuke weapons, but won't'

April 8, 2012 at 10:57 AM

Tehran, Apr 8 (ANI): A prominent Iranian politician has said that Tehran has the knowledge and skills to produce nuclear weapons, but will never do so.

Flashback Trojan infected half a million Mac computers, a Russian anti-virus firm claims

April 6, 2012 at 6:16 PM

A malware named 'Flashback' trojan has infected over half a million Mac machines in which half of the infected computers were installed in United States, claimed a Russian anti-virus firm.......

Russian arms trafficker Bout gets 25 years jail in arms case in US

April 6, 2012 at 12:42 PM

New York, Apr 6 (ANI): Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout has been sentenced to 25 years in prison by a federal judge in New York for conspiring to sell weapons to a US-designated foreign terrorist group based in Colombia.

Syrian opposition to visit Moscow

April 5, 2012 at 1:20 AM

Moscow, April 5 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Envoys of Syria's opposition will visit Moscow for talks April 17-18, the Russian foreign ministry said.

Dinos must have lived in water to support their heavy weight

April 3, 2012 at 7:45 PM

London, April 3 (ANI): Dinosaurs must have lived in water, as they were too big and heavy to support themselves on dry land, a scientist has claimed.

Beckham has fierce bust-up with L A Galaxy mates

April 2, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Los Angeles, Apr.2 (ANI): Ex-England football star David Beckham has had a fierce bust-up with his LA Galaxy teammates after being pelted by a beer can in his first game.

Priorities change after motherhood: Jones

April 2, 2012 at 8:45 AM

London, April 2 (IANS) Actress January Jones, who welcomed son Xander last September, says her priorities changed after becoming mother.

UAE business team visits Shanghai

April 1, 2012 at 8:37 PM

Abu Dhabi, April 1 (IANS/WAM) A delegation from Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has paid an official visit to Chinese metropolis Shanghai to look at ways to boost investment between the two countries.

Beckham to lead legendary Tom Finney's 90th birthday celebrations

April 1, 2012 at 6:05 PM

London, Apr 1(ANI): Former Manchester United midfielder David Beckham will lead the tributes to legendary footballer Sir Tom Finney at his 90th birthday celebrations this week.

Ferguson says Messi will only get better

April 1, 2012 at 4:13 PM

London, Apr 1(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has warned Barcelona's forward Lionel Messi will only go on to become a better player than what he is right now.

Google Maps Goes 8-Bit For April Fools'

April 1, 2012 at 3:11 PM

Google has launched a new version of google map for Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) with beautiful low-res graphics.

Ferguson wants Rooney to score goal-a-game for Man U

April 1, 2012 at 3:17 PM

London, Apr 1(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes if star striker Wayne Rooney continues his good form, and even scores a goal per game in the remaining matches of the Premier League, then that would certainly help them clinch their 20th league title.

Syrian official says 'battle to oust Assad has ended'

April 1, 2012 at 2:05 PM

Damascus, Apr 1 (ANI): The year-long uprising to unseat Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from power has ended, a government spokesman has said.

24,000 fake products seized in UAE

March 31, 2012 at 8:40 PM

Abu Dhabi, March 31 (IANS/WAM) Over 24,000 counterfeit products were seized last year by the Department of Economic Development in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Owen believes he can help United win title race

March 31, 2012 at 6:08 PM

London, Mar 31(ANI): Manchester United striker Michael Owen hopes to help his team clinch their 20th Premier League title, as he is on the verge of making a comeback, after being sidelined from the team since November due to a thigh problem.