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

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

Rihanna sues Topshop

May 19, 2013 at 2:06 AM

London, May 19 (IANS) Pop star Rihanna has reportedly sued British retail brand Topshop for $5 million for using her image on their products without her permission.

RiRi suing UK retail giant for $5m over image used without consent

May 18, 2013 at 3:50 PM

London, May 18 (ANI): Rihanna is set to file a 5-million-dollar lawsuit against UK retail giant Topshop over alleged unauthorised use of her picture on their products.

97pc scientists agree humans are causing global warming

May 17, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Most scientists agree that human activity is causing global climate change, according to an extensive analysis of the abstracts or summaries of scientific papers published over the past 20 years.

Bremen and coach Schaaf part after 14 years

May 16, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Berlin, May 16 (IANS) German side Werder Bremen and coach Thomas Schaaf have mutually agreed to part ways after 14 years of cooperation.

UP told to add pillars to Ghaziabad bridge

May 15, 2013 at 10:14 PM

Ghaziabad, May 15 (IANS) The National Green Tribunal (NGT) Wednesday ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to construct more pillars on the approach road to the third Hindon river bridge being built near the Hindon Air Force station in Ghaziabad.

Power Minister Scindia leads high-level delegation to Germany

May 15, 2013 at 4:22 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): Seeking to obtain a first-hand perspective of the overall energy situation in Germany and the efforts being made for a dramatic shift towards renewable energy, Minister of State for Power Jyotiraditya Scindia recently led a high-level delegation on a visit to Berlin.

Aguilera to return to 'The Voice'

May 15, 2013 at 3:26 AM

Los Angeles, May 15 (IANS) Singer Christina Aguilera will reportedly return to the American version of "The Voice" as a jude, while her replacement Shakira will be axed.

Sharmila finishes tied 17th in Turkey

May 13, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Antalya (Turkey), May 13 (IANS) Indian golfer Sharmila Nicollet played brilliantly on the final day of the Turkish Airlines Ladies Open to finish tied 17 here.

Ex-Iran president Rafsanjani to contest presidential elections next month

May 12, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Islamabad, May 12 (ANI): Former Iranian president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and the incumbent Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's close ally, Esfandiar Rahim Mashaei, have both registered as candidates for next month's presidential election.

World Cup of Golf returns to Melbourne

May 12, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Melbourne, May 12 (IANS) The 2013 World Cup of Golf will return to the Royal Melbourne Golf Club here and will be played Nov 21-24.

Britain hungry for foreign investment to boost economy

May 10, 2013 at 12:54 PM

London, May 10 (IANS) British Prime Minister David Cameron has expressed his country's strong hunger for foreign investment to boost economic growth at the Global Investment Conference held in London.

Kumbh pots to parade through Britain

May 9, 2013 at 8:14 PM

London, May 9 (IANS) Hundreds of Hindus carrying ornate pots known as 'kumbhs' will parade through London, Manchester, Leicester and Dudley over the next three weeks.

Surprising clutch of hydrogen clouds found lurking between nearby galaxies

May 9, 2013 at 2:00 PM

London, May 9 (ANI): Astronomers have discovered a never-before-seen cluster of hydrogen clouds strewn between two nearby galaxies, Andromeda (M31) and Triangulum (M33).

Jamaica sprint supremacy hard to beat: Maurice Green

May 9, 2013 at 1:44 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), May 9 (IANS/CMC) Former Olympic and World sprint champion Maurice Green says it will take a number of years before American sprinters are able to match the progress of their Jamaican rivals or reclaim the sprint crown.

Thongchai moves to 59th, qualifies for US Open

May 7, 2013 at 2:01 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 7 (IANS) Thai star Thongchai Jaidee's fourth place finish at the CIMB Niaga Indonesian Masters golf over the weekend has propelled him to 59th position on the latest Official World Golf Ranking which puts him in line for a third appearance at the next month's US Open.

Dress up your kids in organic clothes (With Image)

May 6, 2013 at 4:08 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) This summer bring a healthy change in your children's wardrobe. Instead of giving them synthetic clothes, choose garments made with organic fabrics.

Japan's Kataoka confident of first Asian Tour win

May 6, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Singapore, May 6 (IANS) Unheralded Daisuke Kataoka of Japan believes his first victory on the Asian Tour will come very soon after an outstanding showing at the Indonesian Masters over the weekend.

Wiesberger wins Indonesian Masters

May 5, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Jakarta, May 5 (IANS) Austrian Bernd Wiesberger sealed a dramatic win at the Indonesian Masters with a five-under-par 67 to defeat Ernie Els of South Africa by one shot Sunday.

Hornbill conservator Aparajita Datta gets Whitley Award

May 3, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Conservator Aparajita Datta has won the Whitley Award, also called "Green Oscar", for her work to save threatened hornbills in the forests of Arunachal Pradesh.

'Shocked' Coulter-Nile says ICC Champions Trophy call-up may deprive quality time with baby girl

May 3, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Sydney, May 3 (ANI): Australian fast bowler Nathan Coulter-Nile has expressed his shock at being a part of the ICC Champions Trophy squad, although he admitted that he was thinking of spending some time with his baby daughter and was not in the mindset of going for any tour.

12-year old Chinese prodigy to become youngest golfer in European Tour history

May 2, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Sydney, May 2 (ANI): A Chinese boy will become the youngest player in European Tour history when he tees off on Thursday at the Volvo China Open.

Tory councillor investigated over Oscar Pistorius Twitter joke

May 1, 2013 at 11:48 AM

London, May 1 (ANI): A Tory councillor is being probed over a joke he made on Twitter regarding Oscar Pistorius's murder charge.

Emeli Sande breaks 'The Beatles' 50-year-old UK chart record with debut album

April 30, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Washington, April 30(ANI): Emeli Sande created history by becoming the longest serving artists to have her debut album in the top ten of the UK album chart.

US Open to be hosted by Venerable Merion Golf Club after 32 years

April 30, 2013 at 1:00 PM

New York, Apr 30 (ANI): Golf's US Open is set to be hosted by the Venerable Merion Golf Club for the first time in 32 years.

Green tea can help lose weight and regulate glucose in type 2 diabetes

April 30, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): A new study has shown that green tea extract in tandem with an additional compound could be effective for body weight control and type 2 diabetes.

Women politicians vouch for ending men-only golf clubs

April 29, 2013 at 5:40 PM

London, Apr.29 (ANI): In a historical moment in the 269 years of the Muirfield Village Golf Club, which is a host to the Open Championship in July, the club is being pressured by women politicians into admitting women members also.

Chowrasia feels he is near Asian Tour away title

April 29, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Kuala Lumpur, April 29 (IANS) India's S.S.P. Chowrasia believes he is getting closer to a first Asian Tour victory outside of his country after a strong showing at the Ballantine's championship in South Korea last week.

Marc Anthony, Chloe Green split

April 29, 2013 at 6:52 AM

New York, April 29 (IANS) American actor-producer Marc Anthony, who was previously married to singer-actress Jennifer Lopez, has reportedly broken up with his girlfriend Chloe Green.

Golf ace McIlroy 'likely' to play for Ireland in 2016 Olympics

April 24, 2013 at 2:44 PM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): World No. 2 Rory McIlroy is set to choose Ireland over Great Britain at the Rio Olympics when golf makes its return to the Games in 2016.

Will Shakira, Usher return to 'The Voice'?

April 24, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Los Angeles, April 24 (IANS) Singers Shakira and Usher's presence on the fourth season of American singing reality show "The Voice" helped the TRP to rise. Will the two singers join the fifth season?

Golf club used in Aarushi murder missing, sleuth tells court

April 23, 2013 at 9:48 PM

Ghaziabad, April 23 (IANS) A CBI investigator told a court here Tuesday that they could not recover the blood-stained clothes of teenager Aarushi's father and suspect Rajesh Talwar and a golf club which he allegedly used for killing her and their help Hemraj.

Green spaces may boost well-being for city dwellers

April 23, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, April 23 (ANI): People living in urban areas with more green spaces enjoy greater well-being than those residing in cities lacking gardens and parks, according to new research.

Zhang keen to taste victory at Ballantine's Championship

April 23, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Seoul, April 23 (IANS) China's Zhang Lian-wei is hoping to taste success again when he makes his debut at the 2,205,000 euro (about $2.8 million) Ballantine's Championship which begins at the Blackstone Golf Club here Thursday.

Punjab readies strategy to reduce area under paddy cultivation

April 21, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Chandigarh, April 21 (IANS) Reiterating his government's firm commitment to fast-tracking agriculture diversification, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Sunday said it has chalked out a strategy to reduce a major area of state under paddy cultivation and shift to alternate crops.

Get your greens with simple vegetable smoothie

April 20, 2013 at 4:12 PM

London, April 20 (ANI): For those looking for the perfect healthy drink, a new super smoothie could be the answer.

Coffee breaks cost businesses $11.4b every year

April 20, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Melbourne, Apr. 20 (ANI): Businesses lose 11.4 billion dollars every year due to employees taking coffee breaks, a new study has claimed.

Eva Green plays warrior in '300: Rise of an Empire'

April 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Los Angeles, April 19 (IANS) Actress Eva Green, who plays a warrior in Noam Murro's "300: Rise of an Empire", says her character is very gusty.

Bhullar to promote Thailand Golf Tourism

April 17, 2013 at 7:08 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) here Wednesday appointed Indian golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar as their brand ambassador to promote golf tourism across Thailand.

Top golfers to participate in Ballantine's Championship

April 17, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Seoul, April 17 (IANS) The region's top stars are set to light up the scene when the sixth edition of the Ballantine's Championship returns to the Blackstone Golf Club April 25-28.

US golf bodies to ban 'broom handle' putter from 2016 even after Scott's Masters triumph

April 17, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Sydney, Apr 17 (ANI): Golf governing bodies are ready to approve a ban on 'anchoring' to outlaw long putters from 2016, with an announcement expected next week, even after Australia's Adam Scott won the recent US Masters at Augusta by employing the broom-handle version of the putter.

India, Finland to explore solar energy applications for oil and gas projects

April 15, 2013 at 8:20 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 15 (ANI): India and Finland have identified several key areas of collaboration in sustainable development for mutual benefits in the oil and gas sector.

Kartikey, Manu front runners at Delhi golf juniors

April 15, 2013 at 7:08 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) India's next generation of amateur golfers will be playing at the Usha-IGU Delhi juniors which tees off at the Qutub Golf Club Tuesday.

Golfer Rory McIlroy heads for Monte Carlo after losing Masters

April 15, 2013 at 6:20 PM

London, Apr.15 (ANI): Northern Ireland's USPGA champion Rory McIlroy left for Monte Carlo with his girlfriend after a disappointing week, persisting that he can still win the jackpot at the Masters.

Golfer Adam Scott first Aussie to claim green jacket at Augusta Masters

April 15, 2013 at 3:32 PM

London, Apr.15 (ANI): Australian golfer Adam Scott has become the first from his country to wear the prestigious "Green Jacket" after defeating Argentine golfer Angel Cabrera in a play-off at the Augusta Masters.

Golf rivals Woods and Mickelson to play for the same team

April 15, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Washington, Apr.15 (ANI): Companies representing Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will reportedly come together under the same management.

Lindsey Vonn's ex-hubby takes a dig at Tiger Woods on Twitter

April 15, 2013 at 2:52 PM

New York, April 15 (ANI): Lindsey Vonn's former husband, Thomas Vonn, didn't miss a chance to take a swipe at Tiger Woods, who is now dating the ski racer.

NBA: Lakers beat Spurs without Kobe Bryant

April 15, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Los Angeles, April 15 (IANS) Though Kobe Bryant suffered a torn Achilles tendon and didn't show up at Staples Center, the Los Angeles Lakers were able to beat the San Antonio Spurs 91-86 Sunday night.

Golfer Lin cements position with Solaire win

April 15, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Kuala Lumpur, April 15 (IANS) In lifting his sixth Asian Tour title, which made him the player with most victories from Chinese Taipei, Lin Wen-tang proved he was finally out of a mini slump and back to his best form.

Filmmakers promote upcoming animated flick in Mumbai

April 14, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Mumbai, April 14 (ANI): Filmmakers of children's popular superhero animated series 'Chota Bheem' promoted their upcoming flick here over the weekend.

Golf champs Norman, Chamblee blast Woods for 'dropgate' fiasco

April 14, 2013 at 11:24 AM

Melbourne, Apr 14 (ANI): Golfing greats Greg Norman and Brandel Chamblee have joined the numerous voices criticising World No.1 Tiger Woods decision to play on at Augusta National even after his ball-drop fiasco instead of withdrawing.

Have a dedicated channel for documentaries: Mike Pandey

April 13, 2013 at 10:52 AM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Have dedicated channels for documentaries, educate and build the capacity of our rural people, says three-time Green Oscar winner Mike Pandey, who feels documentaries are an agent of change as they inform and educate the masses even in the remotest areas of the country.

Putin, Medvedev disclose incomes for 2012

April 13, 2013 at 9:56 AM

Moscow, April 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev each earned almost 5.8 million rubles (about $187,000) in 2012, according to their tax reports.

Eleven Delhi schools bag green award

April 12, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Eleven schools from Delhi are among 36 schools in the country which have bagged this year's Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) Green School Award for adopting environment-friendly practices in their campuses.

Manmohan Singh meets German President before leaving, says visit was fruitful

April 12, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met with the German President Joachim Gauck before leaving Berlin on Friday after competition of his three-days visit.

'Vonn-inspired' Woods starts in 'winning fashion' in Augusta

April 12, 2013 at 11:40 AM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): World No.1 Tiger Woods seems to have been inspired by his Olympic ski champion girlfriend Lindsey Vonn who was watching him as he hit a good opening score of 70 on the first day of the Augusta National.

Zuckerberg, other Silicon Valley leaders form 'political group'

April 12, 2013 at 10:12 AM

Washington, Apr 12 (ANI): Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and other tech giant leaders have formally launched a political group that aims to revamp immigration policy, boost education and encourage investment in scientific research.

Palmer backs Woods to 'kick butt' in Augusta like hilarious PGA Tour ad

April 11, 2013 at 1:24 PM

London, Apr 11 (ANI): Golf legend Arnold Palmer has said that World No.1 Tiger Woods is ready to 'kick butt' in the Augusta National just like both of them did in the funny advertisement that they filmed together.

Ex-Russian Olympic official faces embezzlement charge

April 11, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Moscow, April 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A criminal investigation has been launched into alleged spending violations by the former vice president of Russia's Olympic Committee, investigators announced.

Golf legend Nicklaus says Augusta win critical for Woods' quest to break his record of 18 Majors

April 10, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Melbourne, Apr 10 (ANI): Golf legend Jack Nicklaus has said that time is running out for World No.1 Tiger Woods to overtake his all-time record of 18 major titles, adding that Woods needs to win at the upcoming US Masters to do that.

Marc Anthony, girlfriend to stay together?

April 10, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Los Angeles, April 10 (IANS) Singer Marc Anthony and his girlfriend Chloe Green are reportedly planning to shift into a house together.

Gomez ran away after first meeting with Aniston

April 10, 2013 at 5:17 AM

Los Angeles, April 10 (IANS) Singer Selena Gomez says she ran away out of nervousness when she first met actress Jennifer Aniston.

Need more public golf courses: Jeev Milkha Singh

April 8, 2013 at 3:50 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) India's top golfer Jeev Milkha Singh said Monday the government should play a bigger role and start making public golf courses for the sport to become popular among the masses.

Journalist returns award, says golf course story 'failed'

April 8, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Panaji, April 8 (IANS) The Goa government's decision to go ahead with a controversial golf course project in Terekhol village, 70 km north of here, has triggered a controversy of sorts in media circles here.

Ormsby tames nerves to win Panasonic Open India

April 7, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Australian Wade Ormsby claimed a nerve-jangling maiden Asian Tour golf title at the Panasonic Open India to deny Thai veteran Boonchu Ruangkit from a historic victory at the Delhi Golf Club Sunday.

Chinese innovations to benefit world: Bill Gates

April 7, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Boao (China), April 7 (Xinhua-ANI): Microsoft founder Bill Gates has highlighted the innovations China is adept at that can benefit the world.

Bubba Watson backs McIlroy to snatch back No.1 spot from Woods

April 7, 2013 at 11:56 AM

London, Apr 7 (ANI): Golf ace Bubba Watson has backed World No.2 Rory McIlroy for the top spot in the world again, saying that it is only a matter of time before McIlroy reclaims the place from the reigning Tiger Woods.

Ormsby keeps lead at Panasonic Open India

April 6, 2013 at 6:44 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) Australian Wade Ormsby survived a nightmarish front nine to keep a one shot lead over Lam Chih-Bing (73) at the end of the third day of the Panasonic Open India.

Economic development must be environmentally sustainable: PM

April 5, 2013 at 6:36 PM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday stressed the need for a course correction in India's development model saying it has to be environment-friendly and one that uses scarce resources optimally, both from economic growth and sustainability perspectives.

Golf legend Sorenstam says teen sensation Wie 'no talent like her'

April 5, 2013 at 3:49 PM

New York, Apr 5 (ANI): Golf legend Annika Sorenstam has criticised rising teen sensation Michelle Wie, saying that Wie has not evolved into the golf champ everyone thought she would be.

Economic development must be environmentally sustainable: PM

April 5, 2013 at 3:24 PM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Emphasising the need for an environment-friendly growth model, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday said development can be sustainable only if it is protecting natural balances.

Meet the New Zealand woman golfer who gets tattoos to celebrate holes-in-one!

April 5, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Wellington, Apr 5 (ANI): A 65-year-old New Zealand golfer has decided to get her 10th golf-ball-shaped tattoo inked on her leg.

Ryan Reynolds wanted to be firefighter

April 5, 2013 at 6:12 AM

Los Angeles, April 5 (IANS) Actor Ryan Reynolds says before becoming an actor, he was keen to do something adventurous.

Standard Chartered moves to Delhi for South Asia Golf Tournament

April 4, 2013 at 8:21 PM

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh), April 4(ANI-Business Wire India): After a successful inaugural edition of Standard Chartered South Asia Golf Tournament played over two days at Aamby Valley Golf Resort, Lonavala and Oxford Golf and Country Club, Pune, the tournament will now move to the Greg Norman designed par 72 championship course of the Jaypee Greens Golf Resort.

Green pea galaxies could help understand formation of early universe

April 4, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Washington, Apr 4 (ANI): The rare Green Pea galaxies that were discovered by the general public in 2007 could help confirm astronomers' understanding of reionization - a pivotal stage in the evolution of the early universe, according to a new study.

Bubba Watson designs revolutionary 'Hover' to get around golf courses

April 4, 2013 at 1:57 PM

London, Apr 4 (ANI): Golf ace Bubba Watson has reportedly designed a revolutionary new mode of transport and has named it the Bubba Hover.

NBA: Clippers clobber Suns

April 4, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Los Angeles, April 4 (IANS) After three consecutive losses, Los Angeles Clippers swept the Phoenix Suns 126-101 at Staples Center for their record 50th win in a NBA season.

Bubba Watson designs revolutionary 'Hover' to get around golf courses

April 4, 2013 at 1:41 PM

London, Apr 4 (ANI): Golf ace Bubba Watson has reportedly designed a revolutionary new mode of transport and has named it the Bubba Hover.

Wilson ready for test at Panasonic Open India

April 3, 2013 at 5:08 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) England's Oliver Wilson is looking forward to testing himself against the best golfers from the Asian Tour when the third edition of the $300,000 Panasonic Open India begins at the Delhi Golf Club Thursday.

Former world champion Miller say new Nike clubs may cost McIlroy the Masters

April 3, 2013 at 4:04 PM

London, Apr 3 (ANI): Former Golf world champion Johnny Miller has said that golf ace Rory McIlroy's switch to Nike clubs may cost him dearly in the Masters this season.

24-hour drinking culture blamed for rise in workplace absenteeism

April 3, 2013 at 12:13 PM

London, Apr. 3 (ANI): Allowing people to drink for longer has led to an increase in the number of workers absenteeism, researchers have found.

Lahiri, Singh walk down memory lane at Panasonic Open India

April 2, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Home favourites Anirban Lahiri and Digvijay Singh return to the scene of their famous victories, determined to follow up on their successes when the $300,000 Panasonic Open India gets underway at the Delhi Golf Club Thursday.

'Out of form' McIlroy pulls out of Haiti humanitarian mission due to playing obligations

March 31, 2013 at 3:38 PM

Glasgow, Mar 31 (ANI): Golf ace Rory McIlroy, who is suffering from a bad run of form, has pulled out of a humanitarian mission to Haiti because of his playing commitments.

Green meteorite found in Morocco may be from Mercury

March 31, 2013 at 10:42 AM

Washington, March 31 (ANI): A meteorite scientist has claimed that the green rock found in Morocco last year may be the first known visitor from the solar system's innermost planet, Mercury.

Qualifying school graduates aim to shine at Panasonic Open India

March 30, 2013 at 3:38 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Promising graduates from the Asian Tour Qualifying School will be looking to stamp their mark when they tee off against the region's top players at the Panasonic Open India here next week.

VW's 2015 Golf to be made in Mexico

March 29, 2013 at 11:14 AM

Toronto, March 29 (IANS/EFE) The 2015 Golf will be produced in Puebla, Mexico, and is expected to go on sale in 2014, Volkswagen said.

Jeev set for Panasonic Open India debut

March 28, 2013 at 2:58 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) India's most successful golfer, Jeev Milkha Singh has signed up for his maiden appearance at the Panasonic Open India next week with the aim of finally winning his first Asian Tour title on home soil.

Botham expects Kiwis to provide sterner test to 'complacent' Eng than Oz in Ashes

March 28, 2013 at 10:58 AM

London, Mar 28 (ANI): Legendary Sir Ian Botham has rubbed more salt on Australia's current cricketing wounds, claiming the young New Zealand side would provide much sterner challenge to England in their return Test series than the bleak Oz team in Ashes this year.

Lewis Hamilton has got a smooth vocal, says rapper Angel

March 27, 2013 at 3:30 PM

London, Mar. 27 (ANI): British rapper Angel has said that Formula 1 ace Lewis Hamilton can hold a tune on his own.

Ryder Cup star Wilson aims to win Panasonic Open India

March 26, 2013 at 3:46 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) Former Ryder Cup star Oliver Wilson will aim to replicate his European form on Asian soil when he tees off at the $300,000 Panasonic Open India at Delhi Golf Club April 4-7.

Former England cricketer Kim Barnett pleads guilty to harassing ex-wife

March 26, 2013 at 2:34 PM

London, Mar. 26 (ANI): Former England cricketer Kim Barnett has admitted to harassing his ex-wife by putting a photo of her in his car alongside an image of a witch.

Tiger Woods - Factfile

March 26, 2013 at 12:10 PM

Washington, March 26 (IANS) The following is the factfile on Tiger Woods, who regained the World No.1 ranking with victory in the Arnold Palmer Invitational Monday:

Usher, Shakira ready to judge 'The Voice' USA

March 26, 2013 at 6:34 AM

Los Angeles, March 26 (IANS) Singers Usher Raymond and Shakira are ready to judge the latest season of "The Voice" USA replacing Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green.

Michelin to commence tyre production in India mid-2013

March 25, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Chennai, March 25 (IANS) French tyre-maker Michelin hopes to roll out its truck radial tyres from its Indian plant near here some time during the middle of 2013, a senior company official said Monday.

Posh vows to never 'sing' again

March 25, 2013 at 10:58 AM

London, March 25 (ANI): Victoria Beckham, who revealed that she has quit the Spice Girls, has vowed to never sing again.

Green tax mulled to help fight pollution

March 24, 2013 at 3:30 PM

Beijing, March 24 (IANS) China is considering levying a consumption tax on some products that make heavy use of resources and cause pollution.

Katie Price hits back at 'vile' slur made by ex-Wonderbra girl Katie Green

March 24, 2013 at 2:10 PM

London, March 24 (ANI): Katie Price has lashed out at former Wonderbra model Katie Green for blaming her for her ten-year-old son Harvey's disabilities during a live TV show.

NBA: Chris Paul helps Clippers go past Nets

March 24, 2013 at 1:14 PM

Los Angeles, March 24 (IANS) Chris Paul's 29 points and 11 assists helped the Clippers to beat the Brooklyn Nets 101-95 in a NBA game Saturday night.

Mark Zuckerberg focuses on comprehensive immigration push to encourage global talent

March 24, 2013 at 12:58 PM

Washington, Mar. 24 (ANI): Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is joining with other executives to form an issues advocacy organization, with an initial focus on comprehensive immigration reform, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

Ashley Green's dog dies in fire

March 24, 2013 at 5:14 AM

Los Angeles, March 24 (IANS) Hollywood actress Ashley Green is upset as one of her dogs has died due to a fire in her apartment.

New 'Falcon Eye' technology to aid golfers in putting

March 23, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Chandigarh, March 23 (IANS) Using sensor technology to get the putting stroke right, 'Falcon Eye', a new device developed by a professional golfer, will help golfers in their game.