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40 killed in blasts near Turkish-Syrian border

May 12, 2013 at 2:46 AM

Ankara, May 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) At least 40 people were killed and over 100 injured, 29 of them seriously, in two blasts that occurred in a Turkish town of Reyhanli, near Syrian border Saturday, the government said.

Skipping meals may make you buy more calories

May 7, 2013 at 10:57 AM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): Even short-term food deprivation not only increases overall grocery shopping, but leads shoppers to buy 31 percent more high calorie foods, a new Cornell study has revealed.

Italian president wins election for second term

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Beijing, Apr. 21 (Xinhua-ANI): Italian President Giorgio Napolitano on Saturday won election for a second mandate in a move to solve Italy's political impasse.

Philips unveils 'world's most energy-efficient' LED lamp

April 12, 2013 at 10:12 AM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): Philips has unveiled an LED lamp that it describes as 'the world's most energy-efficient'.

700 to lose jobs at British supermarket

April 10, 2013 at 6:12 PM

London, April 10 (IANS) Nearly 700 jobs could be cut at a supermarket chain in Britain as it replaces manual cash counting by machines, BBC reported.

Alba hates leaving children alone

April 6, 2013 at 1:17 AM

Los Angeles, April 6 (IANS) Hollywood actress Jessica Alba says she will only accept roles which are worth leaving her kids alone for. The 31-year-old admits she hates being away from her children.

94-year-old to stand for Malaysian election

April 4, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Kuala Lumpur, April 4 (IANS) A 94-year-old woman Thursday became the first person to request for a nomination form in Malaysia's Terengganu state to run for parliament for a second time.

Reynolds still wants to do 'Deadpool' movie

March 27, 2013 at 12:26 AM

Los Angeles, March 27 (IANS) Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds is still keen to work in "Deadpool".

Myanmar riot death toll is 40

March 26, 2013 at 1:22 PM

Yangon, March 26 (IANS) The death toll in a communal riot in Myanmar has risen to 40, according to an official media report Tuesday.

Dog helps wheelchair-bound mum with nappy changing

March 25, 2013 at 4:26 PM

London, Mar 25 (ANI): A golden retriever has become a real ace in changing baby nappies by helping his disabled master in the task.

Beyonce has cut me out of her life, says 'hurt' dad Mathew Knowles

March 24, 2013 at 3:30 PM

London, March 24 (ANI): Beyonce's father Mathew Knowles has opened up about his bitter rift with his famous daughter, admitting he is devastated at being pushed out of her life.

I really did love Kris Humphries, says Kim Kardashian in secret deposition

March 22, 2013 at 12:59 PM

Washington, March 22 (ANI): Kim Kardashian reportedly confessed that she was genuinely in love with Kris Humphries when they tied the knot as she sat through a secret nine-hour divorce deposition at her lawyer Laura Wasser's office on Tuesday.

Britney Spears steps out with new 'beau' in LA

March 16, 2013 at 3:34 PM

London, Mar. 16 (ANI): Britney Spears and her rumoured new boyfriend, David Lucardo, were spotted heading to a tanning salon and later enjoying Mexican food for lunch on Thursday.

Night shifts 'raise ovarian cancer risk'

March 15, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Washington, March 15 (ANI): Women who work the night shift may have an increased risk of ovarian cancer, new research has warned.

Why some fathers are left holding the baby

March 13, 2013 at 3:18 PM

London, March 13 (ANI): European scientists have found the answer to why, for some animals, it's the father rather than the mother that takes care of their young.

Nicolas Cage regrets turning down 'Shrek'

March 13, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Los Angeles, March 13 (IANS) Actor Nicolas Cage regrets turning down a chance to voice the friendly green character Shrek for the 2001 film.

1 in 3 workers won't take leave despite having cold

March 10, 2013 at 2:51 PM

London, Mar. 10 (ANI): Thirty three percent of workers will come to office even if they are suffering from cold, a survey has revealed.

Iran declares day of mourning following Chavez death

March 6, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Tehran, March 6 (Xinhua-ANI): The Iranian government declared a day of mourning on Wednesday following the death of Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez, local media reported.

Agent 007 is 45 and living in London in next Bond novel

March 1, 2013 at 9:55 AM

London, Mar 1 (IANS/EFE) The next James Bond novel, which will be published in September, has the world's most famous secret agent living in London's Chelsea section at the age of 45, writer William Boyd said.

One in ten people have had sex in office

February 28, 2013 at 4:51 PM

Washington, Feb. 28 (ANI): 10 percent of people have confessed that they have actually made love at their work place, a survey has revealed.

Benedict XVI to be known as 'pope emeritus' following retirement

February 27, 2013 at 11:15 AM

London, Feb 27 (ANI): Vatican officials have said that Pope Benedict XVI will be known as 'pope emeritus' and will retain the honorific 'His Holiness' after he steps down on Thursday.

Britain's top cardinal accused of 'inappropriate acts' by priests

February 24, 2013 at 2:35 PM

London, Feb. 24 (ANI): , Cardinal Keith O'Brien, the most senior Catholic clergyman in Britain to the Vatican has been reportedly involved in inappropriate behaviour stretching back 30 years, three priests and a former priest in Scotland have reported.

Obama undecided over opening presidential library in Honolulu or Chicago

February 22, 2013 at 2:18 PM

Washington, Feb. 22 (ANI): President Barack Obama has said he still has not made up his mind about where his presidential library will be located.

Oz Foreign Minister Carr drops promise to raise Assange case with Swedish authorities

February 22, 2013 at 10:02 AM

Sydney, Feb 22 (ANI): Australian Foreign Minister Bob Carr has dropped his decision to raise the case of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange in discussions with Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt next week.

I'm such a sex symbol I get underwear sent to me in the post, says Piers Morgan

February 15, 2013 at 4:49 PM

London, Feb 15 (ANI): Piers Morgan believes that he is now a pin-up for both men and women, as he even gets underwear sent to him in the post.

No to cooking and cleaning objects as gifts this Valentine's Day

February 13, 2013 at 4:09 PM

London, Feb 13 (ANI): Its official, gifting cooking and cleaning objects as Valentine's Day gifts are the worst.

400 Moscow couples to wed on Valentine's Day

February 12, 2013 at 6:19 AM

Moscow, Feb 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A total of 424 Moscow couples intend to tie the knot on Valentine's Day, the civil registry office said.

12 percent of Goa under Lokayukta scanner: CM

February 6, 2013 at 11:31 PM

Panaji, Feb 6 (IANS) Over 12 percent of Goa's population will come under the Lokayukta scanner, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said Wednesday.

UAE holds talks with Malaysia, Senegal

February 6, 2013 at 10:27 PM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 6 (IANS/WAM) Top officials from the UAE have held talks with the envoys of Malaysia and Senegal on improving bilateral relations.

Nine-year-old gives birth to daughter in Mexico

February 6, 2013 at 8:43 PM

London, Feb 6 (IANS) A nine-year-old girl has given birth to a daughter in Mexico, a media report said Wednesday.

Burma abolishes 25-yr-old ban on public gatherings

January 30, 2013 at 10:30 AM

London, Jan 30 (ANI): The Burmese authorities have lifted a 25-year-old ban on public gatherings of more than five people.

Japanese cafe offering ladies to carve out faces on chocolate truffles

January 29, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Melbourne, Jan 29 (ANI): A Japanese cafe in Shibuya, Tokyo is offering its female customers the services of a 3D scanner, by carving their face on chocolate truffles.

Russian hijacks office bus to go home

January 22, 2013 at 1:28 PM

Moscow, Jan 22 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian man working in a private company hijacked a company bus because he had no money to pay for his fare to go home, the interior ministry said.

Beyonce sings national anthem at Obama inaugural

January 22, 2013 at 9:52 AM

Washington, Jan 22 (IANS/EFE) Beyonce sang the US national anthem to conclude President Barack Obama's inauguration ceremony as he began his second term in office.

Gomez ignores love life rumours

January 19, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Los Angeles, Jan 19 (IANS) Singer-actress Selena Gomez says she doesn't pay attention to any speculation about her love life.

Tougher norms for gambling in Goa casinos

January 10, 2013 at 11:45 PM

Panaji, Jan 10 (IANS) Casinos in Goa will now be monitored. And for gamblers, entering licenced gambling hubs would be akin to walking into an income tax office.

Arnold Schwarzenegger likes comic parts

January 8, 2013 at 7:35 AM

Los Angeles, Jan 8 (IANS) Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger says he loves playing funny roles and thinks he is gifted with comic timing.

Houston leads US list in number of burglaries

January 5, 2013 at 1:03 PM

Washington, Jan 5 (IANS) Houston, the fourth-largest city in the US, has topped a list of places that saw the maximum number of burglaries in the country, Xinhua reported.

Smelly dogs 'ruining' relationships between friends and couples

January 1, 2013 at 3:41 PM

London, Jan 1 (ANI): Smelly dogs are breaking up couples and driving friends away, a new survey has revealed.

Smelly dogs 'ruining' relationships between friends and couples

January 1, 2013 at 3:09 PM

London, Jan 1 (ANI): Smelly dogs are breaking up couples and driving friends away, a new survey has revealed.

Zimbabwe's human rights chief quits citing inhibiting laws in country

December 30, 2012 at 11:09 AM

Harare, Dec. 30 (ANI): The head of Zimbabwe's human rights commission, who was appointed to help curb rights violations, has resigned citing inhibiting laws and lack of resources.

Japan to review plans to abandon nuclear power

December 28, 2012 at 4:45 PM

London, Dec. 28 (ANI): The new government in Japan has announced it will review planned nuclear power phase-out proposed by the previous administration.

Spain's economy will grow again in 2014: Rajoy

December 24, 2012 at 10:37 AM

Qala i Naw (Afghanistan), Dec 24 (IANS/EFE) Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy said here during an unannounced trip to Afghanistan that Spain's economy will improve next year and start growing again in 2014.

Facebook ordered to change 'real name' policy in Germany

December 19, 2012 at 10:53 AM

London, Dec 19 (ANI): Social networking giant Facebook has been asked by a German data protection body to end its policy of making members use their real names.

Calle 13 performs in San Juan

December 17, 2012 at 10:30 AM

San Juan, Dec 17 (IANS/EFE) Puerto Rican urban music band Calle 13 performed at Isla Grande Pier in their first concert in San Juan after a three-year absence.

US man gets $45,500 to change last name

December 14, 2012 at 3:16 AM

Washington, Dec 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) It's not all that uncommon for someone to change their last name, perhaps when they get married, or become a famous movie star. But one US entrepreneur had a different reason to change his name.

21 Lithuanian customs officers held for corruption

December 6, 2012 at 3:24 AM

Moscow, Dec 6 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Twenty-one customs officers at a Lithuanian customs checkpoint have been detained on suspicion of corruption and abuse of office, the Customs Department said.

Some Britons sleep in car to save money

December 4, 2012 at 5:56 PM

London, Dec 4 (IANS) In a bid to reduce their office commutation bills, some people in Britain are sleeping in their cars overnight than driving back home from work every day, The Sun reported.

Murder case against US tennis judge Goodman dismissed

December 1, 2012 at 11:35 AM

London, Dec 01(ANI): The case against a US Open tennis judge, Lois Goodman, accused of beating her husband to death with a mug has been dismissed by the court.

People don't remember things they have seen hundreds of times before

November 27, 2012 at 1:58 PM

Washington, November 27 (ANI): People often do not recall things they have seen - or at least walked by - hundreds of times, a new UCLA psychology study has revealed.

Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak to quit politics after elections

November 26, 2012 at 4:15 PM

Jerusalem, Nov. 26 (Xinhua-ANI): Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak announced Monday morning that he will quit politics after the Jan. 22 national elections.

Over 500 prisoners granted amnesty in Myanmar

November 19, 2012 at 8:35 AM

Yangon, Nov 19 (IANS) Over 500 prisoners, including 31 foreigners, have been released from jails in Myanmar after they were granted amnesty by President U Thein Sein, a state TV report said.

Spain approves third financial overhaul in less than a year

November 15, 2012 at 10:18 AM

Madrid, Nov 15 (IANS/EFE) Spain's latest move to shore up its ailing financial sector was approved Wednesday by a wide margin in the Senate.

Michelle keen to watch 'Downton Abbey' ahead of US launch?

November 13, 2012 at 5:07 PM

Washington, Nov 13 (IANS) US First Lady Michelle Obama loves watching period drama "Downton Abbey" so much that she has reportedly requested ITV chiefs to send over the third series to her ahead of its official US launch date.

Jordan jails ex-intelligence chief for corruption

November 12, 2012 at 6:03 AM

Moscow, Nov 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Jordanian court has sentenced the kingdom's former intelligence chief to 13 years in prison for corruption.

Leonardo DiCaprio's lists Malibu house for 14.4m pounds

November 8, 2012 at 4:37 PM

London, Nov 8 (ANI): Leonardo DiCaprio has reportedly put up his bachelor pad on the market for a whopping 14.4 million dollars.

DiCaprio willing to sell Malibu house

November 8, 2012 at 2:29 PM

Los Angeles, Nov 8 (IANS) Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has put his Malibu mansion on sale for 14.4 million pounds.

Obama had both 'concession, victory' speeches ready

November 7, 2012 at 11:06 AM

Washington, Nov 7 (ANI): US President Barack Obama has said that he had both concession and victory speeches prepared for election night.

Halle Berry chopped off hair to bag roles

November 6, 2012 at 5:28 PM

Washington, Nov 6 (ANI): Halle Berry has revealed that she cut her hair short in order to catch attention of casting directors.

Italian comedian-turned-politician accused of being 'medieval sexist'

November 4, 2012 at 5:51 PM

London, Nov. 4 (ANI): Italian comedian turned politician Beppe Grillo, whose web-based democracy and anti-corruption campaigning led Italy by storm, has been dragged into a row after he was accused of being a "medieval" sexist.

UAE ministry promotes eco-friendly practices

November 2, 2012 at 11:27 PM

Dubai, Nov 2 (IANS/WAM) The UAE finance ministry has urged its staff to use the public transport system for travelling to office in a bid to promote eco-friendly practices.

Milan need looking after, says Berlusconi

October 28, 2012 at 7:43 PM

Milan, Oct 28 (IANS) AC Milan president Silvio Berlusconi admitted that his football club "needs to be looked after at the moment", local media reported.

Rudd says was 'betrayed' in leadership coup when he was Oz PM

October 28, 2012 at 4:15 PM

Sydney, Oct. 28 (ANI): Kevin Rudd has penned down his own account about the 'betrayal' of being dumped as Australian prime minister and his secret offer to deliver Julia Gillard the leadership.

Obama has 'not given any thought' to losing to Romney

October 26, 2012 at 11:34 AM

Washington, Oct. 26 (ANI): President Barack Obama has said that he did not expect to lose the presidential election to Republican rival Mitt Romney and hadn't given the possibility any thought till now.

Political catfight on Downing St 'caught on camera'

October 17, 2012 at 8:43 PM

Wellington, October 17 (ANI): A feline feud has exploded in British politics after a picture of the Chancellor of the Exchequer's cat Freya emerged dealing with David Cameron's cat Larry with a mean left hook.

Cruise distancing himself from Scientology?

October 14, 2012 at 7:16 PM

London, Oct 14 (IANS) In an attempt to win back ex-wife Katie Holmes, actor Tom Cruise is reportedly planning to cut down all links with Scientology that has been said to be the main reason behind their split.

Eating lunch at desk and not taking breaks doubles blood clot risk

October 10, 2012 at 11:24 AM

London, October 10 (ANI): Ten people a day are dying of blood clots as more and more workers eat at their desk, researchers say.

Kyrgyz ex-prosecutor held on coup charge

October 8, 2012 at 8:19 PM

Moscow, Oct 8 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Kyrgyzstan's former military prosecutor Kubatbek Kozhonaliyev has been arrested over an alleged coup attempt, his lawyer said Monday.

2013 is year of growth: Italian PM

September 24, 2012 at 5:07 PM

Rome, Sep 24 (IANS) Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti said Monday that 2013 will be "a year of growth" for the recession-hit country.

Americans' satisfaction with country's direction triples over past year

September 13, 2012 at 4:18 PM

Washington, Sep. 13 (ANI): The number of Americans satisfied with the country's direction has nearly tripled over the past year.

Tamara Ecclestone mourning end of relationship

September 7, 2012 at 2:39 PM

Washington, September 7 (ANI): Tamara Ecclestone feels like she is "mourning the death of someone" after her boyfriend cheated on her.

Italy within reach of economic recovery: Italian PM

September 6, 2012 at 1:59 PM

Rome, Sep 6 (IANS) Italy has averted the worst case scenario of the debt crisis and economic recovery in the eurozone's third largest economy is within reach, Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti said.

Turkey rebuffs Iranian invitation to NAM summit

August 25, 2012 at 9:38 PM

Istanbul, Aug 25 (IANS) Turkey will not attend the 16th summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Tehran later this month, local media Saturday cited Turkish diplomatic sources as saying.

Eight killed, 60 injured in Turkey blast

August 21, 2012 at 1:48 AM

Ankara, Aug 21 (IANS) At least eight people were killed and 60 injured in a powerful blast in Turkey's Gaziantep province Monday, an official statement said.

Houston holds vigil for Sikh victims in Wisconsin attack

August 10, 2012 at 12:49 PM

Washington, Aug. 10(Xinhua-ANI): Houston, the largest city of the U.S. state of Texas, held on Thursday night a vigil for the Sikh victims in the deadly Wisconsin attack with the participation of hundreds of Houstonians from different religions, races and backgrounds.

Rupert Sanders goes out for lunch with wife first time after scandal affair

August 8, 2012 at 2:57 PM

Washington, August 8 (ANI): Rupert Sanders and wife Liberty Ross were seen out for the first time in public on Tuesday, since his cheating scandal with Kristen Stewart surfaced.

Apple applies for iPad Smart Cover patent

August 3, 2012 at 2:27 AM

San Francisco, Aug 3 (IANS) Apple has applied for a patent on iPad Smart Cover with an embedded secondary display designed to enhance the functionality of the tablet computer.

Obama believes he'd win another term in office if elections held today

July 31, 2012 at 9:32 PM

Washington, July 31 (ANI): US President Barack Obama has expressed confidence of winning another term in office if the presidential elections were held today.

Malaysia to evacuate citizens from Syria

July 22, 2012 at 6:34 AM

Kuala Lumpur, July 22 (IANS) Malaysia is removing its citizens from Syria following the fast deteriorating security situation in that country, according to Malaysian foreign minister Anifah Aman.

Woman survives after being hit by plane propeller

July 19, 2012 at 6:16 PM

Moscow, July 19 (IANS) A woman worker at an airport in Russia was injured but had a miraculous escape Thursday when she was hit by the propeller of an An-24 aircraft, RIA Novosti reported.

George W Bush 'doesn't want to crawl back into swamp of politics'

July 18, 2012 at 2:24 PM

Washington, July 18 (ANI): George W Bush has made it abundantly clear that although it was "awesome" being president for eight years, he doesn't miss life in political office.

Iraq signs gas deal with Pakistani energy firm

July 16, 2012 at 4:40 AM

Baghdad, July 16 (IANS) Iraq has signed a deal with a Pakistani energy company to explore for natural gas in eastern Iraq, Xinhua reported.

Women really have better IQ than men

July 15, 2012 at 10:16 PM

London, July 15 (IANS) Men may now need to think twice before questioning a woman's intelligence at home or in the office. Psychologists have found female IQ scores have risen above men's for the first time in 100 years.

Arnold missed action during political stint

July 15, 2012 at 5:04 AM

Los Angeles, July 15 (IANS) Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger said he missed doing action movies during his stint in politics.

UAE delivers food aid to Yemen

July 12, 2012 at 11:28 PM

Sana'a, July 12 (IANS/WAM) A UAE plane carrying 44 tonnes of food aid reached Sana'a Thursday.

Director complains against actress Padmapriya

July 11, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, July 11 (IANS) Director M.A. Nishad Wednesday filed a complaint against actress Padmapriya that she did not cooperate with him while shooting for his film "No 66 Madhura Bus".

Iraq to help in solving Syrian crisis

July 11, 2012 at 1:20 AM

Baghdad, July 11 (IANS) Iraq has expressed its willingness to help in solving the Syrian crisis.

Want a job? Check spellings and grammar on your Facebook page

July 10, 2012 at 11:12 AM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): A whopping 92 percent of U.S. companies have admitted that they are using social networks to find talent in 2012, a new survey has revealed.

Myanmar grants amnesty to 80 prisoners, to deport 34

July 3, 2012 at 1:02 PM

Yangon, July 3 (IANS) The Myanmar government has granted a general amnesty to 80 prisoners, including 34 foreigners, who will be freed starting Tuesday, according to an order of President U Thein Sein.

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July 1, 2012 at 3:24 PM

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Ruben Blades, Cheo Feliciano release salsa CD

May 31, 2012 at 10:31 AM

San Juan, May 31 (IANS/EFE) Panama's Ruben Blades and Puerto Rican Cheo Feliciano this week released their salsa album "Eba Say Aja" after seven years of work in different recording studios.

Ex-Japanese PM blames government for Fukushima disaster

May 29, 2012 at 1:19 PM

Tokyo, May 29 (ANI): Former Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan has said the government should accept responsibility for the last year's Fukushima disaster.

Jolie to star in new Ridley Scott flick?

September 10, 2011 at 9:38 PM

London, Sept 10 (ANI): Angelina Jolie was pictured clutching what looked like a script after visiting Sir Ridley Scott's office in Soho, central London.

'The Help' stays at No1 at storm-affected box office

August 29, 2011 at 6:51 PM

Washington, Aug 29 (ANI): 'The Help' defied the menacing Hurricane Irene to finish at the top spot at the box office yet again.

Promising new drug to treat 'deadliest' skin cancer developed

August 19, 2011 at 4:57 PM

Washington, August 19 (ANI): Researchers have developed a new drug to treat malignant melanoma, a deadliest form of skin cancer.

What not to do this Hungry Ghost Festival

August 14, 2011 at 3:59 PM

Kuala Lumpur, August 14 (ANI): Hungry Ghosts or Phor Thor festival, the Chinese equivalent of Halloween, is still celebrated in great scale by the Chinese in Penang in the month of August - the seventh lunar month of the Chinese calendar.

'The Smurfs' sequel coming in 2013

August 11, 2011 at 6:38 PM

Washington, Aug 11 (ANI): Hit family movie 'The Smurfs' is set to enthral the audiences again, as the movie is now heading for a sequel.

Michael Moore wants actor Matt Damon to run for US president

August 9, 2011 at 5:07 PM

Washington, Aug 9 (ANI): Filmmaker Michael Moore has publicly called on Hollywood actor Matt Damon to run for US president in 2012, after praising him for taking a 'courageous' stand on key political issues.

Pak hardline party blames foreign powers for Karachi killings

August 6, 2011 at 5:46 PM

Karachi, Aug 6 (ANI): The Jamaat e Islami's (JI) local office bearers have blamed foreign powers for conspiring to divide Pakistan by worsening the situation in Karachi.