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

Drought hits Brazil

May 19, 2012 at 8:50 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 19 (IANS) A persistent drought in northeastern Brazil has destroyed up to 40 percent of the crops, authorities said Friday.

Sri Lankan ex-army chief gets bail

May 18, 2012 at 7:54 PM

Colombo, May 18 (IANS) Sri Lanka's jailed former army chief Sarath Fonseka Friday got bail in a case in which he is accused of harbouring army deserters.

Roger Milla dismissed as honorary president

May 18, 2012 at 6:26 PM

Yaounde (Cameroon), May 18 (IANS) Cameroon's legendary footballer Roger Milla was sacked as the honorary president of Cameroon football federation (FECAFOOT) after criticising the federation and its president Iya Mohamed.

Dion's house on sale, asking price $29.5 mn

May 18, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) Singer Celine Dion has put her Canadian house, situated on a private island, on sale and is asking $29.5 million for it.

Oz golf player sets new world record with 16-under round

May 18, 2012 at 12:26 PM

Oklahoma, May 18(ANI): Australian professional Rhein Gibson has temporarily set a new world record for the lowest round in golf, after shooting a 16-under-par 55 at the River Oaks Golf Club in Oklahoma.

Spain's borrowing costs rise sharply in bond auction

May 18, 2012 at 10:50 AM

Madrid, May 18 (IANS/EFE) Spain's Treasury auctioned 2.5 billion euros ($3.18 billion) worth of bonds maturing in 2015 and 2016 Thursday, but was forced to pay sharply higher interest rates.

Google to add 'knowledge graph' in its search engine to make it 'more human'

May 17, 2012 at 6:33 PM

Search engine giant Google Inc. has announced to make its search engine 'more human' through its newly developed algorithm 'knowledge graph'.............

Assad vows to display 'captured foreign mercenaries'

May 17, 2012 at 1:39 PM

Damascus, May 17 (ANI): Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has promised to display captured 'foreign mercenaries' who, he says, have been fighting for the opposition groups in the country.

'Witch-hunt victim' Brooks slams phone-hacking investigation as 'waste of money'

May 16, 2012 at 5:47 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Former News of the World editor Rebekah Brooks, who was charged with hiding evidence of phone hacking from police, slammed the investigation as a waste of public money, and called herself the victim of a witch-hunt.

Tom Cruise still ecstatic about Holmes

May 16, 2012 at 4:41 PM

Actor Tom Cruise, who tied knots with Katie Holmes in 2006, says he is extremely happy with their special relationship and is still mesmerized by everything she does.

Leverkusen extends contract with coaches

May 16, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Berlin, May 16 (IANS) German Bundesliga football side Bayer Leverkusen has agreed with coaches Sascha Lewandowski and Sami Hyypia on a contract extension until 2015.

Pentagon issues further safety procedures for 'oxygen deprived' advanced F-22 fighter jets

May 16, 2012 at 2:26 PM

Washington, May 16(ANI): The Obama administration has issued further safety measures for its most powerful F-22 fighter jets after pilots experienced symptoms of oxygen deprivation.

Permit denied for Lady Gaga's Indonesia show

May 16, 2012 at 8:02 AM

Jakarta, May 16 (IANS/AKI) Pop star Lady Gaga may have to cancel a concert in the Indonesian capital after police declined to give a permit for the show amid protests from Islamic groups.

Majority of global population to live in cities by 2050: WWF report

May 15, 2012 at 6:42 PM

Beijing, May 15 (Xinhua-ANI): About two-thirds of the world's population will be located in urban areas by 2050, creating serious implications for the conservation of natural resources, according to the 2012 edition of the Nature's Living Planet Report.

Zaheer tells Umar Akmal to improve shot selection for sustained stint in national squad

May 15, 2012 at 1:06 PM

Lahore, May 15 (ANI): Former Pakistan cricket captain and coach, Zaheer Abbas, has said batsman Umar Akmal has immense talent, but has failed to show his skills on the highest stage of the sport due to wrong shot selection.

Morrison admires Cheryl Cole

May 14, 2012 at 12:04 PM

Actor Matthew Morrison was happy to meet Cheryl Cole on the set of "What to Expect When You're Expecting". He termed Cole as "beautiful".

Rally in Libyan capital calls to activate army, confiscate weapons

May 12, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Tripoli, May 12 (Xinhua-ANI): Thousands of residents rallied Friday at the Martyrs Square in the Libyan capital of Tripoli, calling the government to activate the national army and collect weapons from the streets.

Madrid Open promoter promises changes to blue clay

May 12, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Madrid, May 12 (IANS) The promoter of the Mutua Madrid Open tennis tournament, Ion Tiriac, promised to make desired changes to the playing surface by the next edition after many players expressed displeasure about the playing surface.

Di Matteo has no idea whether he stays at Chelsea or not

May 12, 2012 at 1:42 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): Chelsea interim boss Roberto Di Matteo has said he has no idea if tomorrow will be his last game at Stamford Bridge as the club manager.

Russia warns of destroying US missile shield

May 12, 2012 at 1:58 AM

Moscow, May 12 (IANS) Russia is ready to destroy US missile defence facilities in Europe if Moscow considers them as real threats, Defence Minister Anatoly Serdyukov has said.

'Out of favour' Oz quick Johnson used Lillee to breathe life into vanquished career

May 11, 2012 at 5:18 PM

Sydney, May 11(ANI): Former Australia strike fast bowler Mitchell Johnson, who sat out the home summer with a toe injury, looked to legendary Dennis Lillee to revive his international career.

Puyol concedes he won't be fit for Euro 2012

May 9, 2012 at 6:46 PM

Madrid, May 9 (IANS) FC Barcelona defender Carlos Puyol Wednesday conceded that he won't recover from his knee injury in time to represent defending champions Spain in the Euro 2012 Football Championships.

Djokovic slams ATP, Madrid Open organizers for 'contentious' blue clay courts

May 9, 2012 at 3:50 PM

Madrid, May 9(ANI): World number one tennis player Novak Djokovic has blasted the Madrid Open organizers and the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) for preparing contentious blue clay courts, on which according to him, is almost impossible to move on.

Djokovic angry at Madrid's blue clay court

May 9, 2012 at 2:46 PM

Madrid, May 9 (IANS) World No.1 and defending champion Novak Djokovic criticised the condition of the blue clay playing surface in the Mutua Madrid Open after his 6-2, 2-6, 6-3 win over Daniel Gimero-Trimero.

Goalkeeper Hildebrand extends contract with Schalke

May 9, 2012 at 1:50 PM

Berlin, May 9 (IANS) German Bundesliga side Schalke 04 and goalkeeper Timo Hildebrand have agreed on a contract extension until the end of the 2012-13 season.

China, Thailand to hold joint military training

May 9, 2012 at 3:50 AM

Beijing, May 9 (IANS) Marine forces of China and Thailand will hold a 21-day joint military training in China's Guangdong province, the Ministry of National Defence sources said.

Interpol red corner notice against fugitive Iraqi vice president

May 8, 2012 at 10:30 PM

Baghdad, May 8 (IANS) Interpol issued Tuesday a red corner notice against fugitive Iraqi Vice President Tariq al-Hashimi, a Sunni, over alleged terrorist acts.

O'Sullivan beats Carter to win fourth world snooker crown

May 8, 2012 at 2:06 PM

Sheffield (England), May 8 (IANS) Ronnie O'Sullivan defeated Ali Carter 18-11 to win the World Snooker Championship here.

US man attempts to break record for longest tattoo session

May 7, 2012 at 4:54 PM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): A Northern California tattoo artist is trying to break a world record at this weekend's Fresno Tattoo Convention in Downtown Fresno, USA.

'Undefeated' Mayweather beats Cotto to win super WBA welterweight title

May 6, 2012 at 4:30 PM

Washington, May 6(ANI): Undefeated American boxer Floyd Mayweather has beaten Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto to win the World Boxing Association super welterweight title with a unanimous 12-round decision at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas.

Doherty to auction Winehouse painting

May 6, 2012 at 8:06 AM

London, May 6 (IANS) A painting created by late singer Amy Winehouse and her rocker friend Pete Doherty by using their own blood is set to fetch 80,000 pounds at an auction.

Bosque to name Spanish squad after May 25

May 5, 2012 at 2:54 PM

Madrid, May 5 (IANS) Spain coach Vicente del Bosque said his definitive squad for the European Champions will be named after the Copa del Rey final between Athletic Club Bilbao and FC Barcelona.

'Vogue' vows to use healthy models

May 4, 2012 at 5:58 PM

Washington, May 4 (ANI): Editors of 19 international editions of the fashion magazine, Vogue, have made a pact to stop using models under the age of 16, or those who appear to have an eating disorder.

US productivity down

May 4, 2012 at 1:02 PM

Washington, May 4 (IANS) US non-farm business sector labour productivity decreased at a 0.5-percent annual rate during the first quarter of 2012, a drop after two consecutive quarterly gains, the US Labor Department reported.

Ex-Kiwi cricketers advocate 'dual coaching system' for different formats of game

May 4, 2012 at 12:54 PM

Wellington, May 4(ANI): Former New Zealand players Mark Greatbatch and Dion Nash have endorsed the idea of having separate coaches for different formats of cricket for the national team, and expects this to happen in the future.

Ukraine goalkeeper crisis deepens ahead of Euro 2012

May 3, 2012 at 5:18 PM

Kiev(Ukraine), May 3 (IANS) Euro 2012 co-hosts Ukraine are facing goalkeeper crisis ahead of the tournament as first-choice goalkeeper Alexander Shovkovskiy was ruled out of action for at least three months with an injury.

Ashton Kutcher's dating service mimic 'may be slap in Demi Moore's face'

May 3, 2012 at 4:22 PM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): Ashton Kutcher, who is on the heels of his now defunct six-year marriage to Demi Moore, seems to be relishing his "single and looking" status.

Ashton Kutcher's dating service mimic 'may be slap in Demi Moore's face'

May 3, 2012 at 4:22 PM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): Ashton Kutcher, who is on the heels of his now defunct six-year marriage to Demi Moore, seems to be relishing his "single and looking" status.

Prince Harry backs cousin-in-law Mike Tindall's rugby charity

May 3, 2012 at 2:46 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Prince Harry has collaborated with cousin-in-law Mike Tindall in a mission to help military men and women through rugby.

Brangelina buy 10m-pound house in London

May 3, 2012 at 1:26 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Recently engaged celebrity couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have bought a 10-million-pound mansion for themselves in Richmond, London.

Singapore may beat Las Vegas as gaming destination

May 3, 2012 at 11:18 AM

Singapore, May 3 (IANS) Singapore's gaming industry may overtake Las Vegas by the end of this year as the biggest gaming destination in the world, a media report said.

Meryl Streep is luckier than me, says Hema Malini

May 2, 2012 at 6:14 PM

Noted Bollywood actress Hema Malini, who is better identified for making bold choices in her personal and professional life, is a great admirer of Meryl Streep.

I'm not as lucky as Meryl Streep, says Hema Malini

May 2, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Dubai, May 2 (ANI): Bollywood's original dream girl Hema Malini, who is known for making bold choices in her personal and professional life, is a huge admirer of Meryl Streep.

Ancient Hebrew seal found in Jerusalem

May 1, 2012 at 11:14 PM

Tel Aviv, May 1 (IANS) A rare seal from the First Temple period has been uncovered in an archaeological excavation in Jerusalem, authorities said Tuesday.

UK MPs to publish damning report on NOTW phone-hacking allegations

May 1, 2012 at 5:06 PM

London, May 1 (ANI): British lawmakers will publish a report into allegations of phone-hacking at the now defunct tabloid News of the World.

UN chief meets Suu Kyi

May 1, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Yangon, May 1 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Tuesday met Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi and hailed her efforts for bring democracy in the country.

Jennifer Aniston to be Brangelina's new neighbours

May 1, 2012 at 12:50 PM

London, May 1 (ANI): Jennifer Aniston is looking for pads in Richmond, a suburb outside of London, where ex husband Brad Pitt and his fiancee Angelina Jolie rented last year and plan to spend much of the next two years.

Scarlett Johansson shocked by rude fans

April 30, 2012 at 5:39 PM

Washington, Apr 30 (ANI): Scarlett Johansson has revealed that she is often "surprised" at how rude people can be to her with their camera phones.

Sharapova beats Azarenka to win Stuttgart WTA title

April 30, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Berlin, Apr 29 (Xinhua-ANI): Second-ranked Maria Sharapova made short work of top-ranked Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-4 on Sunday to win the Stuttgart WTA title for her first crown of the year.

End of Desperate Housewives is finally hitting me, says Teri Hatcher

April 30, 2012 at 3:14 PM

Washington, Apr 30 (ANI): Teri Hatcher has revealed that as the May 13 series finale of 'Desperate Housewives' nears, it is finally starting to sink in.

Rihanna to play villain in 'The Fast And The Furious' sequel

April 30, 2012 at 3:14 PM

London, April 30 (ANI): Rihanna has bagged a villain role in the latest instalment of 'The Fast And The Furious' franchise.

Johansson loves karaoke

April 29, 2012 at 1:38 PM

Los Angeles, April 29 (IANS) Actress Scarlett Johansson thinks everybody should love doing karaoke and says those who dislike it are afraid of being judged.

Israel leaders misleading public on Iran: Ex-security chief

April 28, 2012 at 8:26 PM

London, April 28 (IANS) The former chief of Israel's domestic intelligence agency has accused the country's leadership of "misleading" the public on the merits of a possible military strike on Iran, BBC reported.

'Joe the Plumber' believes Obama is 'blessed by God'

April 27, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Washington, April 27 (ANI): Tea Party favourite and congressional candidate 'Joe the Plumber' has said that his Christian 'brother' US President Barack Obama was 'blessed by God'.

Uganda Olympic Committee president suspended over mismanagement

April 26, 2012 at 7:31 PM

Kampala (Uganda), April 26 (IANS) Embattled president of the Uganda Olympic Committee (UOC) Rogers Ddungu has been suspended by his Executive Committee which has accused him of abuse of office.

Malaysian PM hopes for improvement in Malay- Indians' status over next five years

April 26, 2012 at 3:38 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Apr 26(ANI): Malaysian Prime Minister Seri Najib Tun Razak has said he hoped to see a vast improvement in the status and welfare of the Indian community in the country over the next five years.

Libyan Islamists challenge ruling council's ban on religious, tribal and ethnic parties

April 26, 2012 at 3:37 PM

Tripoli, Apr 26 (ANI): An Islamist party in Libya plans to challenge the country's ruling council's decision to ban political groups based on religion, tribe or ethnicity from taking part in upcoming elections.

Al Wasl coach Maradona hints at resigning if transfer of funds doesn't go his way

April 25, 2012 at 2:41 PM

Dubai, Apr 25 (ANI): Al Wasl coach Diego Maradona has said that he might soon leave the UAE Pro League club if an imminent board meeting to discuss extra transfer funds doesn't go his way.

How self-management impacts sustaining job search

April 25, 2012 at 2:01 PM

Washington, Apr 25 (ANI): In a new study, which focuses on finding work following a job layoff, scientists have revealed just how important managing negative thoughts and effort over time are while looking for employment.

Murray says Nadal 'best ever on clay' after eighth Monte Carlo title win

April 24, 2012 at 1:41 PM

Barcelona, Apr 24(ANI): Andy Murray has lauded Spanish tennis ace Rafael Nadal after the latter routed World No 1 Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-1 to win the an eighth straight Monte Carlo title.

Murray says Nadal 'best ever on clay' after eighth Monte Carlo title win

April 24, 2012 at 1:08 PM

Barcelona, Apr 24(ANI): Andy Murray has lauded Spanish tennis ace Rafael Nadal after the latter routed World No 1 Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-1 to win the an eighth straight Monte Carlo title.

Djokovic crowned world sportsman of year

February 7, 2012 at 9:23 PM

London, Feb 7(ANI): World No 1 tennis player Novak Djokovic was crowned the world sportsman of the year at the Laureus Awards in London.

Pak now 'global cricket power' following England whitewash: Misbah

February 7, 2012 at 9:22 PM

Dubai, Feb 7 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Misbahul Haq has said his team's impressive victory over England sends a strong message to the cricketing world that Pakistan is a power in the sport and should no longer be ignored.

Pak now 'global cricket power' following England whitewash: Misbah

February 7, 2012 at 12:57 PM

Dubai, Feb 7 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Misbahul Haq has said his team's impressive victory over England sends a strong message to the cricketing world that Pakistan is a power in the sport and should no longer be ignored.

Djokovic crowned world sportsman of year

February 7, 2012 at 11:37 AM

London, Feb 7(ANI): World No 1 tennis player Novak Djokovic was crowned the world sportsman of the year at the Laureus Awards in London.

Pitt not expecting same success again

February 6, 2012 at 7:08 PM

Washington, Feb 6 (ANI): Brad Pitt has revealed that he doesn't think he'll have another year of professional success like the last 12 months have been for some time.

Raikkonen says motivation has never been an issue with him

February 6, 2012 at 7:07 PM

London, Feb 6 (ANI): Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen has rubbished claims made by his critics that he has lost passion for Formula One.

Positive parenting during early childhood may cut obesity risk

February 6, 2012 at 7:05 PM

Washington, Feb 6 (ANI): Programs that support parents during their child's early years may contribute to obesity prevention, a new study has revealed.

Positive parenting during early childhood may cut obesity risk

February 6, 2012 at 4:33 PM

Washington, Feb 6 (ANI): Programs that support parents during their child's early years may contribute to obesity prevention, a new study has revealed.

Pitt not expecting same success again

February 6, 2012 at 2:25 PM

Washington, Feb 6 (ANI): Brad Pitt has revealed that he doesn't think he'll have another year of professional success like the last 12 months have been for some time.

Becks given red card during son's match

February 4, 2012 at 7:42 PM

London, Feb 4 (ANI): David Beckham has revealed that he was given a red card when he turned up to see his son Romeo play in LA.

Becks given red card during son's match

February 4, 2012 at 1:48 PM

London, Feb 4 (ANI): David Beckham has revealed that he was given a red card when he turned up to see his son Romeo play in LA.

Gary Oldman receives 1st acting prize in 20 years at critics awards

February 3, 2012 at 9:19 PM

London, Feb 3 (ANI): Gary Oldman has won his first acting award in more than two decades for his role in 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' through public vote at a critics awards.

US issues travel advisory to Americans over safety risk in Pakistan

February 3, 2012 at 9:18 PM

Washington, Feb 3 (ANI): The US has issued a travel advisory, warning its citizens about the risks while traveling to Pakistan amid recent developments and tension in US-Pak ties in the aftermath of the NATO raid that killed 24 Pakistani soldiers.

Halle Berry, Cruise and J.Lo to present at Oscars

February 3, 2012 at 9:17 PM

Washington, Feb 3 (ANI): Halle Berry has been announced as one of the presenters of this year's Academy Awards ceremony.

Australian selectors likely to keep faith with spinners

February 3, 2012 at 9:17 PM

Sydney, Feb 3(ANI): Australian selectors are most likely to name an unchanged squad for the second Twenty20 match against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground after they thrashed India by 31 runs in the first of the two-match Twenty20 series.

Gary Oldman receives 1st acting prize in 20 years at critics awards

February 3, 2012 at 4:12 PM

London, Feb 3 (ANI): Gary Oldman has won his first acting award in more than two decades for his role in 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' through public vote at a critics awards.

Halle Berry, Cruise and J.Lo to present at Oscars

February 3, 2012 at 12:44 PM

Washington, Feb 3 (ANI): Halle Berry has been announced as one of the presenters of this year's Academy Awards ceremony.

Australian selectors likely to keep faith with spinners

February 3, 2012 at 12:44 PM

Sydney, Feb 3(ANI): Australian selectors are most likely to name an unchanged squad for the second Twenty20 match against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground after they thrashed India by 31 runs in the first of the two-match Twenty20 series.

US issues travel advisory to Americans over safety risk in Pakistan

February 3, 2012 at 11:15 AM

Washington, Feb 3 (ANI): The US has issued a travel advisory, warning its citizens about the risks while traveling to Pakistan amid recent developments and tension in US-Pak ties in the aftermath of the NATO raid that killed 24 Pakistani soldiers.

Dog's licks, phone-grabbing trick saves woman's life

February 2, 2012 at 8:45 PM

Washington, Feb 2 (ANI): A woman in US, who broke her thigh bone and passed out after falling on her tiled kitchen, has credited her dog for saving her life.

Dog's licks, phone-grabbing trick saves woman's life

February 2, 2012 at 4:44 PM

Washington, Feb 2 (ANI): A woman in US, who broke her thigh bone and passed out after falling on her tiled kitchen, has credited her dog for saving her life.

Diehard fan wants Djokovic's sweaty shirt returned

January 31, 2012 at 8:54 PM

Melbourne, Jan 31 (ANI): A diehard Djokovic female fan has pleaded for the return of the sweaty shirt the World No. 1 tossed to her after his epic Australian Open victory.

Diehard fan wants Djokovic's sweaty shirt returned

January 31, 2012 at 1:07 PM

Melbourne, Jan 31 (ANI): A diehard Djokovic female fan has pleaded for the return of the sweaty shirt the World No. 1 tossed to her after his epic Australian Open victory.

French minister can't keep hands off Shakira at awards ceremony

January 30, 2012 at 8:29 PM

London, Jan 30 (ANI): Shakira became the focus of unwanted attention of a French minister as he pinned a medal on her chest.

French minister can't keep hands off Shakira at awards ceremony

January 30, 2012 at 2:36 PM

London, Jan 30 (ANI): Shakira became the focus of unwanted attention of a French minister as he pinned a medal on her chest.

Newly crowned Oz Open champ Azarenka 'hungry' for more big trophy spoils

January 29, 2012 at 8:28 PM

Melbourne, Jan 29(ANI): Newly crowned World No.1 tennis ace Victoria Azarenka is now looking forward to winning many more Grand Slam titles.

Newly crowned Oz Open champ Azarenka 'hungry' for more big trophy spoils

January 29, 2012 at 11:16 AM

Melbourne, Jan 29(ANI): Newly crowned World No.1 tennis ace Victoria Azarenka is now looking forward to winning many more Grand Slam titles.

George Clooney working on a prank that could end Brad Pitt's career

January 28, 2012 at 9:16 PM

Washington, Jan 287 (ANI): George Clooney, who is notorious for playing practical jokes on his co-stars, has admitted he is putting together a practical joke that will have huge repercussions for Brad Pitt.

George Clooney wants to attend London Olympics

January 28, 2012 at 9:16 PM

London, Jan 28 (ANI): George Clooney has just been nominated for an Oscar but what the veteran actor really looks forward to at the time is something entirely different - the 2012 London Olympics.

Howard says 'form', not 'age' behind selecting squad for T20 series against India

January 28, 2012 at 9:08 PM

Melbourne, Jan 28(ANI): Australia's team performance manager Pat Howard has dismissed the notion that players' age was taken into consideration in selecting the squad for the upcoming Twenty 20 matches against India.

George Clooney working on a prank that could end Brad Pitt's career

January 28, 2012 at 5:40 PM

Washington, Jan 287 (ANI): George Clooney, who is notorious for playing practical jokes on his co-stars, has admitted he is putting together a practical joke that will have huge repercussions for Brad Pitt.

George Clooney wants to attend London Olympics

January 28, 2012 at 3:16 PM

London, Jan 28 (ANI): George Clooney has just been nominated for an Oscar but what the veteran actor really looks forward to at the time is something entirely different - the 2012 London Olympics.

Howard says 'form', not 'age' behind selecting squad for T20 series against India

January 28, 2012 at 12:20 PM

Melbourne, Jan 28(ANI): Australia's team performance manager Pat Howard has dismissed the notion that players' age was taken into consideration in selecting the squad for the upcoming Twenty 20 matches against India.

Nadal 'confident' for Open final after semi-final win against 'greatest' Federer

January 27, 2012 at 9:19 PM

Melbourne, Jan 27(ANI): Former World No.1 Rafael Nadal has reckoned that he is confident for the Australian Open final after having defeated 'the greatest (player) in history', Roger Federer in the semi-final clash.

Muslim Brotherhood not to contest Egyptian presidential poll

January 27, 2012 at 9:18 PM

Cairo, Jan 27(ANI): The Muslim Brotherhood, which has clinched two thirds of the seats in the historic parliamentary polls, has said it will not run for the Egyptian presidency in the June elections.

Obama's 2005 Chrysler sedan auctioned on eBay for $1m

January 27, 2012 at 9:17 PM

Washington, Jan 27 (ANI): The owner of Barack Obama's 2005 grey Chrysler sedan, has put up the president's memorabilia for auction on eBay with starting bid at 1 million dollars.

Obama's 2005 Chrysler sedan auctioned on eBay for $1m

January 27, 2012 at 3:15 PM

Washington, Jan 27 (ANI): The owner of Barack Obama's 2005 grey Chrysler sedan, has put up the president's memorabilia for auction on eBay with starting bid at 1 million dollars.

Nadal 'confident' for Open final after semi-final win against 'greatest' Federer

January 27, 2012 at 1:24 PM

Melbourne, Jan 27(ANI): Former World No.1 Rafael Nadal has reckoned that he is confident for the Australian Open final after having defeated 'the greatest (player) in history', Roger Federer in the semi-final clash.

Muslim Brotherhood not to contest Egyptian presidential poll

January 27, 2012 at 11:24 AM

Cairo, Jan 27(ANI): The Muslim Brotherhood, which has clinched two thirds of the seats in the historic parliamentary polls, has said it will not run for the Egyptian presidency in the June elections.