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

How brain controls accents and impersonations

June 19, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Washington, June 19 (ANI): The brain regions and interactions involved in impersonations and accents have been identified.

Protestors hack Brazil World Cup 2014 website

June 19, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Sydney, June 19 (ANI): Protestors have reportedly hacked the official website for the Brazil Football World Cup 2014 and replaced the site with a video of a violent police response to a peaceful protest.

Sonam not doing any Hollywood project

June 18, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Chennai, June 18 (IANS) Refuting rumours that she has signed a Hollywood project titled "Curry In Love" with Tamil filmmaker P. Vasu, Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor said Tuesday that she hasn't been approached for any English film as of now.

Peek-a-boo at Warne's lavish 'up-for-grabs' 15 mln-dollar mansion!

June 18, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Melbourne, June 18 (ANI): Pictures of Australian spin legend Shane Warne's luxurious mansion, which has been reportedly put on the market for 15 million dollars, have been revealed to the public.

Ronaldo urged to stay on at Real till June 2015 before making 'possible' Man U move

June 18, 2013 at 11:08 AM

London, June 18 (ANI): Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly being urged to stay at his club for another 18 months before making a possible switch to his former side Manchester United, often touted as Ronaldo's last big move in football.

Durbar Hall was stately setting for cabinet expansion

June 17, 2013 at 11:08 PM

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) The stately charm of Rashtrapati Bhavan's Durbar Hall was an appropriate setting for the cabinet expansion of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government Monday as eight ministers took oath in its hallowed precincts that has seen history being made.

Ozzy Osbourne has no plans to return to 'The Osbournes'

June 17, 2013 at 11:24 AM

London, June 17 (ANI): Ozzy Osbourne, the Grammy Award winning English heavy metal vocalist and songwriter has revealed that he's no intention of acting in the TV show 'The Osbournes' again.

England coach Giles denies 'ball tampering' allegations

June 16, 2013 at 9:08 AM

London, June 16 (ANI): England one-day international coach Ashley Giles has dismissed former captain Bob Willis' allegations of ball tampering following the ICC Champions Trophy defeat to Sri Lanka which left England's hopes of qualification in the balance.

Immigrants benefit American society, says Jeb Bush

June 15, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Washington, June 15 (IANS) Former Florida governor Jeb Bush set the twitter world ablaze as he called for overhauling America's immigration system, saying immigrants were "more fertile" and thus a great benefit to American society

Cook denies 'illegal ball-tampering for reverse swing' claims

June 15, 2013 at 11:08 AM

London, June 15 (ANI): England captain Alastair Cook has denied claims that the ability of his team's bowlers to reverse swing the ball is connected with illegal ball- tampering or scratching the leather, saying that the bowlers can reverse swing the ball because of their skill and hard work.

Trott facing fitness test for 'must-win' CT game against Kiwis

June 15, 2013 at 9:00 AM

Johannesburg, June 15 (ANI): England batsman Jonathan Trott is facing a fitness test to see if he will be available to face the 'must-win' ICC Champions Trophy match against New Zealand in Cardiff due to a quad injury.

Biggest release for 'Man of Steel' in Tamil Nadu

June 14, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Chennai, June 14 (IANS) Zack Snyder's "Man of Steel" has had the biggest release ever for an English film in Tamil Nadu - it released Friday in 145 screens all over the state.

Oz media says 'controversial' Warner 'in serious danger' of jeopardizing Ashes hopes

June 14, 2013 at 10:13 AM

Sydney, June 14 (ANI): Controversial Australian opener David Warner is in serious danger of jeopardizing his future for the Ashes, despite being spared an early flight home from England, according to the Australian media.

Sangakkara helps Sri Lanka beat England by 7 wickets

June 14, 2013 at 1:40 AM

London, June 14 (IANS) Powered by a superb 134 not out by Kumar Sangakkara, Sri Lanka chased down England's total of 293/7 with seven wickets to spare keeping alive their hopes of qualifying for the ICC Champions Trophy semifinals.

Literature can save Hindi language: Ashok Vajpeyi

June 13, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Influence of English has sabotaged Hindi so much that the language is in extreme danger, says writer-poet Ashok Vajpeyi but he believes literature is the key to keep it alive.

Chinese shuttlers advance to Indonesia Open quarters

June 13, 2013 at 7:48 PM

Jakarta, June 13 (IANS) Chinese shuttlers Thursday marched into the quarterfinals of all the five categories in the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier here.

Singapore campaign on good English targets Little India

June 13, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Singapore, June 13 (IANS) A Singapore government campaign encouraging people to speak grammatically correct English is now targetting a Tamil-majority ethnic area in this city-state.

Warner fined, suspended till Ashes

June 13, 2013 at 5:16 PM

London, June 13 (IANS) Cricket Australia (CA) Thursday fined batsman David Warner $11,500 and also suspended him for the remainder of Australia's ICC Champions Trophy campaign and two tour matches ahead of the Ashes for a bar brawl with an English cricketer.

Latinos in US are realizing their power, says JLo

June 13, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Jennifer Lopez has revealed that Latinos in the United States are starting to realize their power in politics and media, making the timing good for her latest undertaking: lobbying for greater diversity in TV programming.

Russell Brand had nine orgasms in one night

June 13, 2013 at 3:01 PM

London, June 13 (ANI): Russell Brand has revealed that he once had nine orgasms in one night.

Fame, money 'root' of 'deluded' Warner's behaviour, says Oz media

June 13, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Sydney, June 13 (ANI): The Australian media has pointed out money and fame as the culprits behind the behaviour of Australian opener David Warner, who was suspended from the rain-washed ICC Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand for punching England batsman Joe Root in the face at a Birmingham bar on Sunday.

Flying dinosaurs roamed England 110 million years ago

June 13, 2013 at 1:49 PM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): A new study has found that a wide variety of flying reptiles were present in England 110 million years ago.

Jackie Chan to write musical

June 13, 2013 at 3:16 AM

The actor has confirmed he is adapting his 1998 autobiography "I Am Jackie Chan: My Life in Action" into a stage musical, which he will narrate, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Border vows to 'piggyback' 'Beefy' Botham in Piccadilly Circus if Oz loses in Ashes

June 12, 2013 at 9:00 AM

Sydney, June 12 (ANI): Former Australian captain Allan Border has said that he would 'piggyback Sir Ian 'Beefy' Botham around Piccadilly Circus if England beat Australia 5-0 in the Ashes.

Pakistani, Russian reporters win journalism award

June 11, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Washington, June 11 (IANS) A seasoned Pakistani journalist known for courageous muckraking reports and a reporter investigating corruption in Russia have won a prestigious journalism award.

Suarez admits 'bout of temper' caused 'biting' incident

June 11, 2013 at 12:04 PM

London, June 11 (ANI): Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has revealed that his angst and frustration had made him act disgracefully and bite into the arm of Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.

Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher planning English wedding

June 11, 2013 at 3:24 AM

London, June 11 (IANS) Actors Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher are reportedly planning to get married in Britain. They are also said to be considering venues like Royal Pavilion in Brighton and Stonehenge the ceremony.

Monetary demands of insurgents unacceptable: Manipur students

June 10, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Shamurou (Manipur), June 10 (ANI): Students in Manipur have said the monetary demands of the militant Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) are unacceptable.

Golf: Ames stumbles to 56th in Memphis

June 10, 2013 at 5:08 PM

Memphis, June 10 (IANS/CMC) Trinidad and Tobago's Stephen Ames carded a final round 71, to finish tied for 56th in the $5.7 million St Jude Classic golf tournament at TPC Southwind here.

Liz Hurley and Shane Warne organize all-star charity cricket match

June 10, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Melbourne, June 10 (ANI): Shane Warne and his fiance Elizabeth Hurley hosted an all-star charity 20/20 match at Cirencester Cricket Club on Sunday at Gloucestershire.

Will Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher marry in UK?

June 10, 2013 at 3:40 PM

London, June 10 (ANI): Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have reportedly decided to tie the knot in UK as soon as Kutcher's divorce from former wife Demi Moore is finalized.

Becks' coveted global ambassador role for Man U hopes lie squarely in Fergie's lap

June 10, 2013 at 3:25 PM

London, June 10 (ANI): Former English footballer David Beckham's hopes of being the new global ambassador for Premier League champions Manchester United reportedly rest with United's outgoing manager Alex Ferguson.

Theo Walcott enjoys stag bash with pals and bikini-clad lasses

June 10, 2013 at 2:12 PM

London, June 10 (ANI): English footballer Theo Walcott, who is all set to tie the knot with his childhood sweetheart Melanie Slade, was spotted enjoying his stag party in Las Vegas, surrounded by a group of bikini-clad lasses.

'Calm' Ronaldo's Real 'new deal' hopes throws damper on Man U plans

June 9, 2013 at 1:06 PM

London, June 8 (ANI): Premier League champions Manchester United is reportedly facing an 'almighty battle' to bring back football ace Cristiano Ronaldo after he said that he still has not ruled out a new deal with Real Madrid.

Oz Ashes hopes dealt 'psychological blow' with loss to 'old foes' England in CT opener

June 9, 2013 at 9:37 AM

Sydney, June 9 (ANI): Australia took a shattering blow to their ICC Champions Trophy defences after they were defeated by their old foes England in the Group A opener at Edgbaston, with the defeat coming as a psychological blow to their Ashes ambitions.

Ease your travel woes, join ASMALLWORLD

June 8, 2013 at 1:18 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Forget travelling with guide books and maps. ASMALLWORLD (ASW), a private international travel and lifestyle club, is at your service, to ease your travel woes with real people, offering deals and offers at every step - stay, food, shopping or leisure.

'Excited' Swann says no 'psychological advantage' for Ashes even if Oz lose in Champions Trophy cla

June 8, 2013 at 1:04 PM

London, June 8 (ANI): England offspinner Graeme Swann has said that it would be nonsense to say that beating Australia in their marathon battle at the ICC Champions Trophy at Edgbaston on Saturday will help them gain psychological advantage for the Ashes series, later this summer.

English cricket fan knocks three, two and single stump of successive balls to bag jackpot!

June 7, 2013 at 1:21 PM

London, June 7 (ANI): An English cricket fan has won a whopping 50,000-pound prize at Trent Bridge on Wednesday after he won a challenge of hitting three stumps, then two stumps and then a single stump in three successive deliveries.

Warne selling Melbourne mansion for 15 mln dollars

June 7, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Sydney, June 7 (ANI): Australian spin legend Shane Warne has reportedly listed his luxurious Melbourne mansion on the market, with the asking price believed to be around 15 million dollars.

England coach Giles 'making merry' over Oz problems ahead of Ashes

June 7, 2013 at 10:25 AM

London, June 7 (ANI): England's one-day coach Ashley Giles has admitted that England is reveling in Australia's problems at the start of the Ashes summer.

How boys and girls get their names?

June 6, 2013 at 11:21 AM

Washington, June 6 (ANI): Scientists from Queen Mary, University of London have analysed the most popular baby names from the last decade to decode the link between the sounds in a name and the sex.

'Frustrated' Warne says Oz selectors 'still don't know best XI'

June 5, 2013 at 11:13 AM

London, June 5 (ANI): Former Australia spinner Shane Warne has expressed his frustration with the selectors, saying that he believes that the number of opening batsmen in their Ashes squad suggested that the selectors still could not figure out the best XI.

Paralysed but not helpless - 'And The Fight Goes On'

June 5, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, June 5 (IANS) Paralysed from the neck down for the last 25 years, this former fighter pilot has become an inspiration for many. The story of M.P. Anil Kumar, who has refused to give up on life, is now out in a documentary fittingly called "And The Fight Goes On".

Iranian-origin Aussie new CA 'community engagement' manager to dispose 'pale, stale, male' image

June 5, 2013 at 10:25 AM

Sydney, June 5 (ANI): After making Asian-origin cricketers Fawad Ahmed and Gurinder Sandhu as its new faces of Australian cricket's million-dollar drive towards multiculturalism, Cricket Australia (CA) has now appointed Iranian-origin Sam Almaliki as its new senior manager for community engagement to dispose of its 'pale, male and stale' image.

Gower slams 'no culture' Oz over 'animal mentality' players, 'feral' crowds

June 5, 2013 at 10:25 AM

Sydney, June 5 (ANI): Former England cricket captain David Gower has slammed Australia as a country with no culture and has accused their cricketers of having 'animal mentality' and warned against 'feral' crowds.

Examine introduction of English test in UPSC, HC tells centre

June 4, 2013 at 8:18 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Delhi High Court has directed the central government to form a panel to examine a plea against the UPSC's decision to introduce a compulsory English skill test in the prelims of the civil service examinations since 2011.

Kate Middleton Britain's most influential beauty icon

June 4, 2013 at 3:05 PM

London, June 4 (IANS) Kate Middleton influences beauty junkies -- women who are fond of beauty products -- in Britain, reveals a new study.

'Knackered out' Guptill's English ODI 'wonder plunder' both 'blessing and curse'

June 4, 2013 at 1:29 PM

Wellington, June 4 (ANI): New Zealand opener Martin Guptill's wondrous plundering of England's bowlers for a series-winning 189 not out has turned out to be both a blessing and a curse for him after the exhausting schedule left him with a sore body.

Mourinho appointed Chelsea manager

June 3, 2013 at 10:09 PM

London, June 3 (IANS) English football club Chelsea Monday announced the appointnment of former Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho as the club's manager.

Oscar Pistorious seeks solace in God ahead of girlfriend's murder trial

June 3, 2013 at 3:29 PM

London, June 3 (ANI): South African sprint runner Oscar Pistorius, who is facing charges of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, is attending church regularly even as he prepares for his court hearing this week.

Darya Ulyanova is Miss Moscow 2013

June 3, 2013 at 6:49 AM

Moscow, June 3 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Darya Ulyanova, a 21-year-old student at Moscow State University, has been crowned Miss Moscow 2013, organisers of the beauty pageant said.

Styles 'couldn't stop smiling' as best man

June 3, 2013 at 3:21 AM

London, June 3 (IANS) Singer Harry Styles of the English-Irish band One Direction was the best man at his mother's wedding and he "couldn't stop smiling".

Morgan may be key to bring out England from ODI batting morass, says English media

June 2, 2013 at 4:33 PM

London, Jun 2 (ANI): The English media has said that batsman Eoin Morgan may be the key to bring out England from the morass surrounding their one-day game in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy after their unlucky loss during the first ODI at Lord's against New Zealand.

Arsenal star Ramsey eyes trophies

June 2, 2013 at 4:17 PM

Nairobi, June 2 (IANS) England's Arsenal FC midfielder Aaron Ramsey is eyeing silverware next season with the Gunners as he aspires to win his first major trophy at the club he joined as a teenager from Cardiff City in the 2007-08 season.

Oz media calls for revamp of team batting line-up for Ashes success

June 2, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Sydney, Jun 2 (ANI): The Australian media has called for a major revamp of the Australian batting order, starting with former vice captain Shane Watson returning to the opening position to have success in the Ashes.

'Belittled' Suarez blames Brit PM of 'hate campaign' following 'biting' incident

June 2, 2013 at 11:37 AM

London, June 2 (ANI): Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has claimed that the English media have never valued him as a footballer and accused British Prime Minister David Cameron of breeding hatred for him by saying that he is not a correct example for children.

Watson hopes for 'new beginning' Ashes to rejuvenate 'playing for Oz' dream

June 2, 2013 at 10:17 AM

Sydney, Jun 2 (ANI): Former Australian vice captain Shane Watson has said that he viewed the upcoming Ashes series as a new beginning for him after the most tumultuous summer of his career in the game, adding that it had always been his dream to play for Australia the best he can.

Chloe Green wants to design for Kate Middleton

June 1, 2013 at 6:09 PM

London, June 1 (IANS) Footwear designer Chloe Green says she is thrilled that her latest collection has been a success. She hopes Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton will be the next celebrity to step out in her heels.

Need to improve quality of higher education: President

June 1, 2013 at 4:01 PM

Latur (Maharashtra), June 1 (IANS) Stating there was need to improve the quality of higher education in India, President Pranab Mukherjee Saturday expressed concern over Indian universities not figuring among the top institutions across the world.

Brazil striker Fred fit for England friendly

June 1, 2013 at 3:53 PM

Rio de Janeiro, June 1 (IANS) Brazil striker Fred has declared himself ready to start in Sunday's international friendly against England at the revamped Maracana Stadium, despite nursing a broken rib.

Liverpool says Suarez not for sale despite 'hound out of England' comment

June 1, 2013 at 3:29 PM

London, Jun 1 (ANI): Liverpool has hit back at its controversial striker Luis Suarez's statement he is being hounded out of English football, by insisting that the 40million pound-rated star was not for sale and would be expected to honour his contract.

Posh's no designer, says fashion guru

June 1, 2013 at 1:13 PM

London, Jun. 1 (ANI): Victoria Beckham has been slammed by a fashion rival who told her that she is not a designer.

Al-Qaeda's English magazine praises Boston bombings

June 1, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Washington, June 1 (ANI): The latest issue of al-Qaeda magazine Inspire has devoted almost all of its 40-odd pages to glorifying the Boston Bombings.

Guptill's 'matchwinning' ODI century at Lord's against England guide Kiwis home

June 1, 2013 at 10:25 AM

Wellington, Jun 1 (ANI): New Zealand opener Martin Guptill has helped lead his team home by ushering in a five-wicket win in the one-day international (ODI) series opener at Lord's against England with his century score.

Harry Styles to play best man at mother's wedding

June 1, 2013 at 9:13 AM

Los Angeles, June 1 (IANS) Singer Harry Styles of English-Irish band One Direction is set to be the best man at his mother's wedding this weekend.

Celia Imrie turns fiction writer

June 1, 2013 at 1:05 AM

The 60-year-old released her autobiography "The Happy Hoofer" in 2011, and she is now branching out as a fiction writer, reports contactmusic.com.

British town gets its first Sikh mayor

May 31, 2013 at 8:25 PM

London, May 31 (IANS) A Sikh man has for the first time become the mayor of the town of Warwick in England's West Midlands region.

Liverpool's Suarez wants to leave Premier League

May 31, 2013 at 7:13 PM

Montevideo, May 31 (IANS) Uruguayan and Liverpool forward Luis Suarez says he wants to leave the English Premier League following the overwhelming amount of bad press he has generated since biting a rival during a match in late April.

Real Sociedad targets Zambian striker Mulenga

May 31, 2013 at 6:25 PM

Lusaka, May 31 (IANS) Spanish La Liga club Real Sociedad has shown interest in signing Zambian striker Jacob Mulenga following his impressive season in the Dutch league.

Warne says England's Ashes glory rest on 'star' Pietersen's fitness

May 31, 2013 at 10:01 AM

London, May 31 (ANI): Australian spin legend Shane Warne has said that England's chances of winning the Ashes rest on the fitness of star batsman Kevin Pietersen.

Lineker slams 'outdated' Hodgson for taking England 'back to dark ages'

May 30, 2013 at 4:09 PM

London, May 30 (ANI): English football legend Gary Lineker has slammed England manager Roy Hodgson on Twitter for using 'outdated tactics', and has accused him of taking England 'back to the dark ages'.

Unique Russian dialect found in Alaska

May 30, 2013 at 4:01 PM

Washington, May 30 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A group of academics from Moscow have collected recordings of a unique Russian dialect spoken by a handful of elderly people in the US state of Alaska.

English media calls for need for Finn to take control of bowling career ahead of Champions Trophy,

May 30, 2013 at 3:21 PM

London, May 30 (ANI): The English media said that cricketer Steven Finn needed to take control of his bowling career and thereby become a key part of the bowling attack of the team.

Suarez eyes Real Madrid move

May 30, 2013 at 12:17 PM

London, May 30 (IANS) Liverpool striker Luis Suarez says he's tired of "putting up" with the British media and it would be difficult to say no if Spanish giants Real Madrid offers him a role.

Larry King to host show on Russian network

May 30, 2013 at 10:41 AM

Moscow, May 30 (IANS/EFE) US television veteran Larry King has agreed to host a political talk show on Russian-government-owned RT, the international network said.

Amit Trivedi uses orchestra to compose for 'Lootera'

May 29, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) In the times when music has gone digital and technology plays an important role, composer Amit Trivedi has resorted to an older technique and used the orchestra to create the background score for "Lootera".

Konkani speakers in Goa decreasing, says Parrikar

May 29, 2013 at 6:52 PM

Panaji, May 29 (IANS) The number of people speaking Konkani, Goa's official language, is decreasing, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said Wednesday, while greeting the fellow Goans on the eve of the statehood day.

Harry Styles plans a giant tattoo

May 29, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Los Angeles, May 29 (IANS) Harry Styles of the English-Irish band One Direction is planning to cover his entire back with a giant tattoo.

JLo, Demi Moore... cougars or just women in love

May 29, 2013 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) If singer Jennifer Lopez is planning to marry Casper Smart, who is 18 years younger, Demi Moore is now reportedly dating actor Martin Henderson, 12 years her junior -- cougar relationships, where a woman gets romantically involved with a much younger man, are back in the spotlight in the west.

'Canny' Swann 'last man' England needs to lose before Ashes, says media

May 29, 2013 at 10:44 AM

London, May 29 (ANI): The English media has touted England off-spinner Graeme Swann as being 'virtually irreplaceable' in the set-up of the team ahead of the Ashes and is the last man that England would like to be indisposed before the Ashes.

Kiwi skipper McCullum blames 'Lord's damage' for 2-0 series whitewash by England

May 29, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Wellington, May 29 (ANI): New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum said that real damage to the Test series, which was won by England 2-0, was done at the first day of the first Test match at Lord's.

Ex-umpire Holder says he was offered money at Sharjah

May 27, 2013 at 4:44 PM

London, May 27 (IANS) Former international umpire John Holder has said he was offered 10,000 pounds to change the course of a One-day International between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Sharjah in 1993.

American Al Jazeera channel shifting focus to U.S. news

May 27, 2013 at 3:01 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): The forthcoming Al Jazeera cable channel in the United States wants to focus on America.

66th Cannes film festival ends, 'La Vie d'Adele' wins Palme d'Or

May 27, 2013 at 6:22 AM

Paris, May 27 (IANS) The 66th Cannes Film Festival drew its curtain down Sunday after 12 days of competition with French-Tunisian director Abdellatif Kechiche's "La Vie d'Adele - Chapitre 1&2" ("Blue is the Warmest Colour") taking the prestigious Palme d'Or.

England's Froch stuns Danish Kessler in WBA 'tear-up' to avenge 2010 loss

May 26, 2013 at 3:42 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): English boxing star Carl Froch has gained the revenge he desperately craved when he beat Danish champion Mikkel Kessler in an epic match in London.

Boycott hails 'fellow Yorkshireman' Root for 'beautiful' Test century at Headingley 'home' Test

May 26, 2013 at 10:14 AM

Sydney, May 26 (ANI): English cricket legend Geoffrey Boycott has praised upcoming cricketer Joe Root, saying that he had played 'beautifully' after he scored a maiden Test hundred, against New Zealand, at his Headingley home ground.

Clarke set to make Ashes dream 'a reality' with Champions Trophy success

May 26, 2013 at 9:26 AM

Sydney, May 26 (ANI): Australian captain Michael Clarke has said that the time has come to make their Ashes dream a reality, adding that the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy will be part of an ideal lead in for the Ashes.

'Dunno Y...Na Jaane Kyun' sequel to be light, breezy

May 25, 2013 at 5:50 PM

Mumbai, May 25 (IANS) The sequel to controversial Bollywood drama film "Dunno Y...Na Jaane Kyun", which released in 2010, will be light, breezy and romantic, unlike the original.

Chris Brown renames puppy

May 25, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Los Angeles, May 25 (IANS) Rapper Chris Brown says he has renamed his new English bulldog puppy from Chief to X. "X" is the title of Brown's forthcoming album.

Haddin views cricket in 'new light' despite Ashes anticipation following daughter's cancer struggles

May 25, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Sydney, May 25 (ANI): Australian wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has said that despite being back in the pursuit of the Ashes, he is viewing cricket in a new light following his daughter's battle with cancer.

'Sikh warrior' Panesar determined to repeat 'last stand' performances in Ashes this year

May 25, 2013 at 9:58 AM

London, May 25 (ANI): English left-arm spinner Monty Panesar has expressed his willingness to play in the back-to-back Ashes series, starting from July, in view of his 'last stand' during the drawn Tests series against New Zealand and the 2009 Ashes.

British Open squash: Pallikal goes down fighting to World No.2

May 24, 2013 at 7:18 PM

Hull (England), May 24 (IANS) India's Dipika Pallikal fought hard before losing to local hope Laura Massaro in the pre-quarterfinals of the Allam British Open Squash Championships here.

British Open squash: Pallikal goes down fighting

May 24, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Hull (England), May 24 (IANS) India's Dipika Pallikal fought hard before losing to local hope Laura Massaro in the pre-quarterfinals of the Allam British Open Squash Championships here.

'Fast and Furious 6' opens big in Tamil

May 24, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Chennai, May 24 (IANS) The Tamil-dubbed version of the sixth instalment of "Fast and Furious" series released Friday on as many as 80 screens in Tamil Nadu. This is more than the number of screens showing the English version.

Cook says Pietersen 'progressing well' to be fit in time for Ashes

May 24, 2013 at 2:46 PM

London, May 24 (ANI): England captain Alastair Cook has said that star batsman Kevin Pietersen is 'progressing well' during his recovery from knee injury for returning to the team in time for the Ashes.

Angry Proteas fans slams 'arrogant' Brit coach for 'Anderson more skilful than Steyn' claim

May 24, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Johannesburg, May 24 (ANI): South African fans have slammed England bowling coach David Saker for claiming that English pace star James Anderson was 'more skilful' than Proteas bowler Dale Steyn.

UEFA sets 10-match ban for players, officials guilty of racism

May 24, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Johannesburg, May 24 (ANI): The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is set to impose a minimum ban of 10 matches for players and officials found guilty of racist offences in European club matches or internationals under tougher disciplinary regulations approved by their executive committee.

Harris picks out 'chief weapon' Starc to 'rip through' English top-order at Ashes

May 24, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Sydney, May 24 (ANI): Australian bowler Ryan Harris has singled out his pace counterpart Mitchell Starc as the team's potentially ' chief weapon' for the Ashes series in England.

Flintoff to return to cricket duty with 'yesteryear stars' T20 clash with Oz

May 24, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Sydney, May 24 (ANI): Former England captain Andrew Flintoff is set to make a comeback to cricket with two Twenty20 matches involving yesteryear English and Australian cricket stars, with the back-to-back Ashes series underway.

'Twitter ranting' Warner calls for ban on IPL spot-fixers

May 24, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Sydney, May 24 (ANI): Australian Test batsman David Warner has said that the Indian players caught in the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot-fixing scandal should be banned from cricket.