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

BBC editor apologises for Muslim remark

May 24, 2013 at 8:23 PM

London, May 24 (IANS) Nick Robinson, the BBC's political editor, Friday apologised for directly quoting a Whitehall source who described the Woolwich killers as being "of Muslim appearance".

No hatred between Mayer's former girlfriends

May 24, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Los Angeles, May 24 (IANS) There's no ill-will between singer John Mayer's former girlfriends Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.

Afghanistan's neighbours trying to split country: Karzai

May 24, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Kabul, May 24 (ANI): In a meeting with Afghan Interior Ministry officials, President Hamid Karzai has reportedly warned that neighbouring countries are trying to split the country.

Jennifer Aniston 'worked incredibly hard' for stripper body

May 24, 2013 at 3:10 PM

London, May 24 (ANI): 'We're the Millers' director Rawson Marshall Thurber has revealed that Jennifer Aniston worked really hard to get in shape for the movie.

Virtuous people not happy all around the world

May 24, 2013 at 3:10 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): Virtuous people are believed to have happier lives, but a new research has revealed that it depends on where you come from.

Berlin to host 2015 Champions League final

May 24, 2013 at 2:46 PM

London, May 24 (IANS) Berlin's Olympic Stadium will host the 2015 Champions League football final, European football's governing body, UEFA, announced.

Russian footballer banned for obscene gesture

May 24, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Moscow, May 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Zenit St. Petersburg midfielder Roman Shirokov has been given a two-game suspension for making an obscene gesture after scoring the third goal in his side's 3-1 win over FC Volga over the weekend.

Joan Collins hits out at 'rude' Rolling Stones

May 24, 2013 at 12:46 PM

London, May 23 (ANI): Joan Collins has blamed 'The Rolling Stones' for wrecking the British society.

Morgan Freeman 'falls asleep' during on-air interview

May 24, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): Morgan Freeman struggled to keep himself awake during an early-morning interview with two Seattle-based news anchors on Wednesday.

Former England skipper Illingworth says 'Fiery Fred' Trueman better than Anderson

May 24, 2013 at 9:18 AM

London, May 24 (ANI): Former England captain Ray Illingworth has said that although bowling star James Anderson is the best swing bowler in the world now, but his former teammate and Yorkshire legend Fred Trueman was far better.

New Russian spacecraft reusable for up to five flights

May 24, 2013 at 4:22 AM

Moscow, May 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's new reusable spacecraft being developed by the Energia Rocket and Space Corporation will be able to make up to five space flights, the rocket maker said.

Jennifer Aniston to play stripteaser in 'We're The Millers'

May 24, 2013 at 12:30 AM

Los Angeles, May 24 (IANS) Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston is ready to perform a striptease act in her forthcoming film "We're The Millers".

Dannii Minogue struggled with life in spotlight after sister Kylie rose to fame

May 23, 2013 at 4:22 PM

London, May 23 (ANI): Dannii Minogue has revealed that she felt less confident in the public eye after her sister Kylie rose to fame.

R-Patz put K-Stew 'through the ringer' over Rupert Sanders cheating scandal

May 23, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): Robert Pattinson reportedly never got over Kristen Stewart's fling with Rupert Sanders that was exposed last summer.

Irina Shayk shows off some sideboob in Cannes

May 23, 2013 at 2:14 PM

London, May 23 (ANI): Irina Shayk nearly exposed her breast as she arrived on the red carpet at the 'All Is Lost' premiere on Wednesday night.

Bale gives strong hints for stay at Spurs

May 23, 2013 at 2:14 PM

London, May 23 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspurs winger Gareth Bale has reportedly dropped hints that he will continue at the club for the next season under a new contract as he vowed to lead Spurs back into the Champions League next season.

Brazil announces $13 bn budget cut for 2013

May 23, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 23 (IANS) The Brazilian government has announced a curtailment of 28 billion reais ($13.65 billion) in the 2013 federal budget.

Jennifer Aniston stars in hilarious 'Friends' spoof

May 23, 2013 at 1:26 PM

Melbourne, May 23 (ANI): Jennifer Aniston teamed up with Matthew Perry and Courteney Cox to take a dig at their former characters from hit show 'Friends.'

Six Ukrainians evacuated from Syria

May 23, 2013 at 7:18 AM

Kiev, May 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Six Ukrainian nationals have been evacuated from Syria and have returned to Kiev, the Ukrainian foreign ministry said.

Stewart, Swift new best friends?

May 23, 2013 at 6:14 AM

Los Angeles, May 23 (IANS) Actress Kristen Stewart was reportedly nursing her broken heart by spending an entire day at singer Taylor Swift's house here.

Man found hanging at St. Petersburg theatre

May 23, 2013 at 5:18 AM

Moscow, May 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A workman who disappeared from St. Petersburg's Mariinsky Theatre in December was found hanging in the theatre's attic, investigators said.

Drunk driver jailed for killing seven people

May 23, 2013 at 4:14 AM

Moscow, May 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A drunk driver who crashed into a bus stop in Moscow, killing two adults and five teenagers, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison.

Andy Flower bans England on Ashes talks

May 22, 2013 at 6:38 PM

Sydney, May 22 (ANI): England coach Andy Flower has prohibited England's cricketers from public discussions about the Ashes until next month.

Arnie caught grabbing ex wife's butt on camera

May 22, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Arnold Schwarzenegger has seemingly confirmed rumours that he's back with his estranged wife Maria Shriver after he was caught on video grabbing her butt last weekend.

James Bond's lost watch resurfaces at flea market

May 22, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): James Bond's wristwatch, which played a starring role alongside Sean Connery in the 1965 movie 'Thunderball' but was apparently lost after the film's shooting, has finally made a reappearance.

Japanese PM to visit Myanmar for first time in 36 years

May 22, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Beijing, May 22 (Xinhua-ANI): Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will visit Myanmar from May 24 to 26 to boost bilateral economic ties, becoming the first prime minister to visit the Southeast Asian country in 36 years, Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said Wednesday.

Kourtney, Khloe to appear in 'I'm A Celebrity...'

May 22, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Los Angeles, May 22 (IANS) The Kardashian sisters, Kourtney and Khloe, are being lined up by "I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here" to be a part of of the upcoming edition of the series.

Wills-Kat will be great parents, says Mike Tindall

May 22, 2013 at 1:10 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): Former rugby player Mike Tindall has said that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will make great parents.

Microsoft launches 'all-in-one home entertainment system' Xbox One

May 22, 2013 at 1:10 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): Microsoft has unveiled its latest video gaming console 'Xbox One' which is believed to transform games, TV and entertainment for the 21st century living room.

R-Patz 'in good mood' after K-Stew split

May 22, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Robert Pattinson, who was photographed moving his possessions out of on-off girlfriend Kristen Stewart's LA house on Monday, enjoyed a night out with friends soon after.

Paulina Rubio to be judge on `X Factor'

May 22, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Miami, May 22 (IANS/EFE) Paulina Rubio will join the panel of judges for the popular Fox television show "The X Factor" next season, the Mexican singer's representative announced Tuesday.

Brazil's Embraer to sell 40 jets to US airline

May 22, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 22 (IANS/EFE) Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer said Tuesday it reached a deal to sell 40 E175 passenger jets to US airline SkyWest for nearly $1.7 billion.

Chris Brown and girlfriend Karrueche Tran involved in car crash

May 22, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Chris Brown was recently caught on camera accidentally crashing his Range Rover into another car while he was driving in Los Angeles with his on-again girlfriend Karrueche Tran.

Versace's new collection features dresses and mini skirts for men

May 22, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Melbourne, May 22 (ANI): Versace has debuted lace and zebra print dresses, and mini skirts for guys.

UAE, Singapore discuss global development

May 22, 2013 at 9:10 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 22 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Singapore have held talks over international development.

Saudi Arabia nabs 10 over spying for Iran

May 22, 2013 at 6:46 AM

Riyadh, May 22 (IANS) Saudi Arabia has arrested 10 people on suspicion of espionage for Iran, the interior ministry announced Tuesday.

Simon Cowell to be flanked by 3 female judges in new X Factor season

May 21, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Simon Cowell will be surrounded by women when 'The X Factor' returns for its third season this fall on BIG CBS LOVE.

Hack attack led to theft of 22 million IDs at Yahoo Japan

May 21, 2013 at 4:54 PM

London, May 21 (ANI): Yahoo Japan faced a hack attack, which reportedly led to a theft of 22 million user ids that constitutes one tenth of its 200 million members.

Seth MacFarlane won't host 2014 Oscar

May 21, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Seth MacFarlane has revealed on Twitter that he is too busy to host the Oscars in 2014.

US senators approve immigration changes requiring fingerprint system at 30 airports

May 21, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Every foreigner leaving America from any of the country's 30 busiest airports will have to undergo mandatory fingerprinting under an amendment senators have added to a new immigration bill.

'Obama admin to hand over some CIA drone operations to Pentagon'

May 21, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): US President Barack Obama's administration has decided to give the Pentagon control of some drone operations against terrorism suspects overseas that are currently run by the CIA, according to several US government sources.

Social network addiction taking over lives: Australian study

May 21, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Sydney, May 21(ANI): The 2013 Yellow Social Media Report has analyzed that a growing number of Australians are using social network at an addictive rate wherever they can, even in toilet cubicles!

Zardari holds 'national, international conspiracies' responsible for PPP's defeat in polls

May 21, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Lahore, May 21 (ANI): Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has claimed that "conspiracies" hatched by national and international institutions led to the Pakistan Peoples Party's defeat in the general elections.

The Doors band member Ray Manzarek dead

May 21, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Berlin, May 21 (IANS) Veteran singer-songwriter Ray Manzarek died Monday night at his home in Rosenheim, Germany. He was suffering from cancer. He was 74.

Justin Bieber's 'Baby' song named highest-certified single in US history

May 21, 2013 at 12:38 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Justin Bieber's hit single 'Baby' has helped him beat Sir Elton John to the title of the highest-certified song in US history.

Jay-Z dispels baby rumours

May 21, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Beyonce's husband Jay-Z has dismissed rumours that the former Destiny's Child member is pregnant.

Yahoo 'to buy Tumblr in $1.1bn deal'

May 20, 2013 at 5:42 PM

London, May 20 (ANI): Yahoo Inc. has approved a deal to buy New York-based blogging service Tumblr for 1.1 billion dollars. The acquisition is expected to be announced as early as Monday.

Akon ordered to pay child support

May 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): A court judge has ordered Akon to shell out 5,000 dollars a month in child support for his two kids.

Assange reveals British intel's messages discussing Swedish extradition plans

May 20, 2013 at 3:02 PM

London, May 20 (ANI): British government's intercept intelligence agency GCHQ is facing embarrassing revelations about internal correspondence in which Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has been discussed.

Farrah Abraham's 'unwashed bikini' yanked off ebay

May 20, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): Farrah Abraham's bikini, which she wore for the cover of her sex tape, has been removed from eBay because it hasn't been washed since she wore it.

Signs that showed that R-Patz and K-Stew's relationship was crumbling

May 20, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart, who broke off their relationship recently, had been showing signs all along that all was not well between them.

Arsenal smashes Tottenham's 'top four PL finish' hopes

May 20, 2013 at 12:30 PM

London, May 20 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur had to face a major disappointment after it failed to secure a top four finish in the Premier League which was clinched by Arsenal, who won 1-0 against a lacklustre Newcastle United.

Justin Bieber's monkey gets a new home

May 20, 2013 at 12:30 PM

London, May 20 (IANS) Singer Justin Bieber's abandoned pet monkey Mally has found a new home at a British animal sanctuary.

5 things to change on every resume you send revealed

May 20, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): An individual should always personalize their CV according to the particular job they are applying for.

Demi Lovato opens up about Joe Jonas breakup

May 20, 2013 at 11:42 AM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): Demi Lovato has revealed that she was furious when Joe Jonas broke up with her.

Mice and lizard return after a month in space

May 20, 2013 at 11:42 AM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): A Russian capsule, which had mice and lizards as its occupants, returned to Earth on Sunday after spending a month in space.

Beyonce Knowles idolised Whitney Houston

May 20, 2013 at 8:14 AM

Los Anegles, May 20 (IANS) Singer Beyonce Knowles says she always wanted to be rich and famous like late singer Whitney Houston.

Gwyneth Paltrow a big-time foodie

May 20, 2013 at 1:42 AM

Los Angeles, May 20 (IANS) Actress Gwyneth Paltrow loves food and says she has inherited it from her late father.

Brisbane cyclists' loud sex talks led to renaming of route

May 19, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Melbourne, May 19 (ANI): The popular cycling map app Strava has had one of its most popular Brisbane segments renamed 'Bedroom antics - shhhh' after complaints from homeowners along that route that riders were talking loudly about their sex lives.

I can tell my children they won't lose me to breast cancer, Angelina Jolie

May 19, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Washington, May 19(ANI): Angelina Jolie, who underwent a double mastectomy operation recently, has admitted that she is very happy with her decision as she can now tell her children that they don't need to fear about losing her mother because of breast cancer.

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury will come closest to one another on May 28

May 19, 2013 at 1:26 PM

Washington, May 19 (ANI): May 28th, 2013, Venus and Jupiter will pass within one degree of one other (about twice the apparent size of the full moon, it has been predicted.

Suspected U.S. drone attack in Yemen kills 4 Al Qaeda militants

May 19, 2013 at 11:10 AM

Washington, May 19 (ANI): A suspected American drone attack has reportedly killed four Al Qaeda militants in the southern province of Yemen according to security officials.

Suspected U.S. drone attack in Yemen kills 4 Al Qaeda militants

May 19, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Washington, May 19 (ANI): A suspected American drone attack has reportedly killed four Al Qaeda militants in the southern province of Yemen according to security officials.

Rooney Mara to endorse Calvin Klein perfume

May 19, 2013 at 7:34 AM

Los Angeles, May 19 (IANS) Actress Rooney Mara has been named the new face of American designer brand Calvin Klein's new perfume.

79-year-old great-grandma sky-dives successfully

May 18, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): A 79-year-old great-grandmother from Brooklyn, disobeyed her doctors' orders to skydive 13,500 feet out of an airplane in New York.

Toronto mayor denies video showing him smoking cocaine

May 18, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has declined association with video-related clips that show him smoking cocaine.

Merrygold, Brown to work together?

May 18, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) JLS band member Aston Merrygold is said to be in talks with rapper Chris Brown for a collaboration on his debut solo album.

Saldana compliments Spears

May 18, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) Actress Zoe Saldana says there's a reason why singer Britney Spears enjoyed more popularity than other singers, who had a better voice.

Santos coach concerned at Neymar reports

May 18, 2013 at 1:18 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 18 (IANS) Santos coach Muricy Ramalho has admitted concern at mounting speculation linking his star striker Neymar with a move to Barcelona.

Russia's GDP growth slumps to 1.6 per cent

May 18, 2013 at 7:50 AM

Moscow, May 18 (IANS/RIA Novosti) There was just 1.6 per cent growth witnessed in the Russian GDP in the first quarter this year, which is its fifth quarterly fall, according to the country's federal statistics service.

Test songs on children, says Halliwell

May 18, 2013 at 6:38 AM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) Singer Geri Halliwell feels the best way to test one's music skills is by making children listen to them.

Demi Moore 'demanding Ashton Kutcher pay for home renovations'

May 17, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Washington, May 17(ANI): Demi Moore wants Ashton Kutcher to pay for renovations to her apartment in New York as part of their divorce settlement.

Apple's app store hits 50 billion downloads as Ohio man wins 10000 dollars

May 17, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): A resident of Ohio Brandon Ashmore has won the jackpot prize of 10000 dollars by downloading Apple's 50 billionth application.

Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn enjoy relaxing day aboard yacht

May 17, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn were spotted soaking up the sun on the golfer's yacht in Florida on Tuesday.

Horrific new video appears showing Syrian rebel executing Assad soldiers

May 17, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): A new video has emerged on the Internet showing a Syrian rebel leader summarily executing a line of kneeling soldiers loyal to President Bashar al-Assad regime with bullets.

Now, 'paper-thin' flexible skin-like device to monitor heart health

May 17, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Stanford engineers have created a wearable heart monitor thinner than a dollar bill and no wider than a postage stamp.

Paris Hilton comes to aid of director pal Sofia Coppola for new flick

May 17, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Award-winning director Sofia Coppola sought Paris Hilton's help when filming her latest movie 'Bling Ring,' it has been revealed.

Chris Pine wants smart, witty girlfriend

May 17, 2013 at 1:42 PM

Los Angeles, May 17 (IANS) Actor Chris Pine says the qualities he seeks in a woman are intelligence and humour because after the initial attraction fades away, there has to be something engaging.

Author Jenny Colgan's book named 'Romantic Novel of the Year'

May 17, 2013 at 12:38 PM

London, May 17 (ANI): Jenny Colgan's 2012 book 'Welcome to Rosie Hopkins' Sweetshop of Dreams' has won the romantic novel of the year award.

Miranda Kerr dons skimpy swimsuit to promote new make-up range in US

May 17, 2013 at 12:38 PM

London, May 17 (ANI): Miranda Kerr stripped for a risque photoshoot in Miami to promote her new range of make-up - part of her Kora Organics cosmetics brand - in the US.

MJ's nephew defends singer over child abuse claims

May 17, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Michael Jackson's nephew Taj has said that the singer helped him cope after an uncle from his mother's side sexually assaulted him when he was young.

MJ's 'victim' Wade Robson opens up about child abuse

May 17, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Michael Jackson's choreographer friend Wade Robson, who claimed that the singer sexually abused him for seven years, has now detailed the alleged exploitation.

Juan Luis Guerra says joy the key to his success

May 17, 2013 at 10:46 AM

Miami, May 17 (IANS/EFE) Singer-songwriter Juan Luis Guerra, a veteran of 29 years in the music industry, calls joy the key to his success and says "the best is yet to come".

Football stars pay tribute to 'wonderful, iconic' Becks following retirement announcement

May 17, 2013 at 10:30 AM

London, May 17 (ANI): Key football figures have paid their tributes football star David Beckham after he announced his retirement from international football.

Hodgson plans to make Rooney England skipper despite 'Man U quitting' rumours

May 16, 2013 at 4:22 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): England football team manager Roy Hodgson has planned to appoint Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney who also plays for the England national team, as captain of the team, despite reports of Rooney wanting to quit United.

Modern cyber pirates 'LulzSec' hacked top networks and crashed websites worldwide

May 16, 2013 at 1:34 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): In another case of cyber attacks, four British computer hackers or 'hactivists' who call their organization LulzSec, launched cyber attacks on CIA and other global organizations as a result of which websites around the world crashed.

'Undefeated' Mayweather Jr. tops US athlete rich list with 90 mln-dollar earnings

May 16, 2013 at 1:18 PM

Johannesburg, May 16 (ANI): Undefeated American boxing star Floyd Mayweather Jr is reportedly the highest-paid professional athlete in the United States with expected earnings of at least 90 million dollars this year from just two bouts.

Frankie Boyle under fire over revolting joke about Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy

May 16, 2013 at 12:54 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Scottish comedian Frankie Boyle is under heavy criticism from cancer campaigners and victims following a revolting joke that he tweeted about Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy.

Google launches new All Access music streaming service

May 16, 2013 at 12:54 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Google has launched a subscription music streaming service on Wednesday that would compete with the likes of Pandora and Spotify.

Sons may work in showbiz, says Spears

May 16, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Los Angeles, May 16 (IANS) Actress Britney Spears says her sons might want to build a career in showbiz, but nothing is planned so far.

International migration to lead US population growth

May 16, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Washington, May 16 (IANS) International migration is projected to surpass natural increase as the principal driver of US population growth by the middle of this century, the first time in two centuries, the US Census Bureau estimates.

I want a baby girl, says Britney Spears

May 16, 2013 at 12:30 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Britney Spears, who is already mother to sons Sean, seven, and Jayden, six, has said that she would like to have a daughter.

US wholesale price goes down

May 16, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 16 (IANS) US wholesale prices continued to fall in April for the second consecutive month, due to declines of food and energy prices, US Labor Department reported.

Beyonce apologises for cancelling Belgium gig amid pregnancy rumours

May 16, 2013 at 11:50 AM

London, May 16 (ANI): Beyonce has posted an image of a handwritten apology letter online for cancelling the Belgium concert of her 'Mrs Carter Show' tour.

Angelina Jolie to have ovaries removed

May 16, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Melbourne, May 16 (ANI): Angelina Jolie, who won much praise for her revelation the she went double mastectomy, is now planning to undergo another surgery.

Cook says 'no chance' of underestimating Kiwis in Tests

May 16, 2013 at 9:50 AM

Johannesburg, May 16 (ANI): England captain Alastair Cook has said that there is no chance that his team will underestimate New Zealand in the Test series which starts at Lord's on Thursday.

Will Smith to star in 'The Wild Bunch' remake

May 16, 2013 at 5:18 AM

Los Angeles, May 16 (IANS) Actor Will Smith is set to star in the remake of 1969 released "The Wild Bunch".

Etihad Airways launches maiden flight to Amsterdam

May 16, 2013 at 1:18 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 16 (IANS/WAM) Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, Wednesday launched its inaugural flight to the Netherlands' capital Amsterdam.

Internet services shut down in Syria

May 15, 2013 at 7:42 PM

Damascus, May 15 (IANS) Internet services in Syria have been off since early Wednesday, which appears to be a second blackout in a week, reported Al-Jazeera and a pro-opposition activist website.

Spanish basketball star Gasol to miss European Championships

May 15, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Madrid, May 15 (IANS) Spanish basketball star Pau Gasol confirmed Wednesday that he will not be able to form part of the Spanish squad which will defend its European title in Slovenia this September.