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

ExxonMobil reports slightly higher earnings

April 26, 2013 at 11:56 AM

New York, April 26 (IANS/EFE) US supermajor ExxonMobil Corp. said Thursday it earned $9.5 billion in the first quarter, up 1 percent from the same period in 2012.

Iran, Pakistan launch gas pipeline project

March 12, 2013 at 8:27 AM

Tehran, March 12 (IANS) Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and his Pakistani counterpart Asif Ali Zardari inaugurated Monday a gas pipeline project which will link Iran's gas pipeline to that of Pakistan.

'West has no right to stop Iran-Pakistan pipeline'

March 11, 2013 at 5:15 PM

Tehran, March 11 (IANS) Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Monday said the West "has no right to obstruct" the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project.

Kiwis in full command of Dunedin Test after rain forces early finish on day three

March 8, 2013 at 11:39 AM

Wellington, Mar 8 (ANI): A brilliant century by Hamish Rutherford in his debut Test helped New Zealand take a 235 run lead over England in the first Test match in Dunedin after rain forced an early finish on day three.

Ora, Arthur visit strip club?

February 15, 2013 at 1:21 AM

London, Feb 15 (IANS) British pop star Rita Ora reportedly enjoyed a secret date to a strip club with "The X Factor" winner James Arthur.

Kim will bounce back into shape, guarantees trainer

February 3, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 3 (IANS) Socialite Kim Kardashian, who is expecting her first child in July with rapper boyfriend Kanye West, will be back in shape after her pregnancy as she is already very fit, says her personal trainer Tracy Anderson.

Warnie set to bid adieu to cricket

January 20, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Sydney, Jan. 20 (ANI): Shane Warne will leave the Big Bash League in disgrace after he will refuse to appear at a disciplinary hearing in Melbourne tomorrow.

Jamie Foxx begins work on new album

January 14, 2013 at 6:09 PM

Los Angeles, Jan 14 (IANS) Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx returns to the studio to begin work on his new album and has recruited Kanye West to produce it.

Ex-Man U star Neville abandons plan to build 'Teletubby' house after neighbours' furore

December 24, 2012 at 6:37 PM

London, Dec 24(ANI): Former Manchester United midfielder Gary Neville has dumped plans to build an underground home, also called the Teletubby house, because it was disturbing his neighbours.

Petra Ecclestone shows off baby bump on dinner date with Mel Gibson

November 20, 2012 at 5:06 PM

London, November 20 (ANI): Petra Ecclestone, may be keeping mum about her pending motherhood, but she was clearly sporting a baby bump as she stepped out in Los Angeles on Sunday.

Bengal's fish production may cross 2,000 tonnes by 2015: Assocham

November 6, 2012 at 7:36 PM

Kolkata, Nov 6 (IANS) Fish production in West Bengal, the country's largest fish producing state, may cross 2,000 tonnes by 2015 from the current level of about 1,800 tonnes, industry body Assocham said Tuesday.

Oz may stick with 'trusted trio' of Siddle, Hilfenhaus and Pattinson for Gabba Test

October 23, 2012 at 2:31 PM

Sydney, Oct 23(ANI): Australia bowling coach Allister de Winter has said the tested trio of Peter Siddle, Ben Hilfenhaus and James Pattinson are the three fast bowlers likely to be selected for the first Test match against South Africa in Gabba, Brisbane, starting November 9.

Windies cricket board to increase retainer contract

September 22, 2012 at 1:47 PM

St. John's (Antigua), Sep 22 (IANS/CMC) The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) has approved an increase in the number of male players who are to receive annual retainer contracts (ARC).

Australia T20 captain Bailey admits it's 'all or nothing' situation for him now

September 22, 2012 at 12:27 PM

Sydney, Sep 22(ANI): Australia Twenty20 captain George Bailey has admitted it's an all or nothing type of situation right now for him to etch his name in the country's cricketing folklore.

Copies of 50 Shades of Grey to be burnt by sex abuse victims' charity

August 24, 2012 at 4:00 PM

London, Aug 24 (ANI): The director of a women's refuge has urged people to burn copies of the popular erotic novel '50 Shades Of Grey,' claiming it is degrading and encourages sexual violence.

'Big Boss'? Not again, says Sunny Leone

July 30, 2012 at 4:43 PM

Mumbai, July 30 (IANS) It was her big ticket to Bollywood -- but Indo-Canadian porn star Sunny Leone says she would never go back to the "Bigg Boss" house.

Russia warns West of 'big war' in Syria

July 5, 2012 at 11:44 PM

Moscow, July 5 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Moscow lashed out Thursday at the Western position on Syria, saying it could aggravate the situation to the point of war.

Villas-Boas facing stiff competition from Blanc and Rangnick for Tottenham's managerial post

June 24, 2012 at 1:32 PM

London, June 24 (ANI): Former Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas is in a three-way fight to grab the manager's post at Tottenham Hotspur.

Girl nods off in April, wakes up in June!

June 14, 2012 at 7:51 PM

London, June 14 (IANS) A teenaged British girl, who missed her exams and even celebrating her birthday after nodding off in April, woke up last week.

'Cricket-mad' Bolt keen to play in Australia's Big Bash League

June 8, 2012 at 1:37 PM

Sydney, June 8(ANI): Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is very keen to play in Australia's Twenty20 tournament Big Bash League, according to Melbourne Stars president Eddie McGuire, who is close to recruiting Bolt in his team.

Century-maker Samuels gives it back to Anderson

May 26, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Nottingham (England), May 26 (IANS/CMC) Batsman Marlon Samuels did not hesitate to poke fun at England seamer James Anderson, following his superb Test century that helped rescue the West Indies on the opening day of the second Test at Trent Bridge here.

Broad becomes seventh player ever to claim five wickets and score century at Lord's

May 18, 2012 at 12:02 PM

London, May 18(ANI): Stuart Broad became only the seventh player in history to both take five wickets in a Test innings at Lord's and score a Test century at the ground after he ended the first day with figures of six for 72 against the West Indies on Thursday.

'Paa' child artist Taruni Sachdev cremated

May 17, 2012 at 1:54 AM

Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) The last rites of child artist Taruni Sachdev, who died in a plane crash in Nepal, were performed here Wednesday evening.

Injury concerns for West Indies after loss to Lions

May 14, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Northampton, May 14 (IANS/CMC) The West Indies suffered a crushing 10-wicket defeat against England Lions here Sunday, just four days ahead of their clash with World No.1 England in the opening Test at Lord's.

Former captain Stewart warns Windies about 'best' England bowling attack

May 13, 2012 at 8:10 PM

London, May 13(ANI): Former captain Alec Stewart believes England has one of the best bowling attacks in the world, and the touring West Indies team should be wary of it.

Fast bowler Anderson says they want to be 'one of the greatest England teams' ever

May 13, 2012 at 8:10 PM

London, May 13(ANI): England fast bowler James Anderson has said the players believe they can become one of the best England teams ever.

England receives early boost as Broad declares himself fit to face Windies at Lord's

May 6, 2012 at 11:50 AM

London, May 6(ANI): England fast bowler Stuart Broad has declared himself fit to play in the first Test against the West Indies at Lord's on May 17.

New Zealand Cricket board rebuffs last-minute deal to retain Wright as coach

May 2, 2012 at 2:42 PM

Wellington, May 2(ANI): The New Zealand Cricket (NZC) board has rejected a last-ditch effort from chief executive David White to keep John Wright as the coach of the national team.

Inexperienced Starc in contention to play against Windies in Dominica

April 21, 2012 at 2:13 PM

Port of Spain, Apr 21 (ANI): Inexperienced pacer Mitchell Starc can get a chance to play against the West Indies in the third Test due to injuries to fast bowlers Peter Siddle and James Pattinson.

I'm the worst dater ever, says Eva Longoria

April 20, 2012 at 7:01 PM

Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): Eva Longoria has confessed to being terrible at dating, and insists she can understand the reason as to why people turn to dating shows to find a partner.

Osama's widow wishes asylum in Britain

April 19, 2012 at 9:09 PM

London, April 19 (IANS) Slain Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden's youngest widow wishes to spend her life in Britain with her five children and meet the Royal Family, The Sun reported Thursday.

Iran busts terror cell linked to Israel

April 10, 2012 at 8:35 PM

Tehran, April 10 (IANS) Iran Tuesday said it has busted a terrorist cell linked to Israel and arrested a number of its members.

Windies keep lid on Australia despite Clarke's 50

April 10, 2012 at 12:34 PM

Bridgetown (Barbados), April 10 (IANS/CMC) Captain Michael Clarke stroked a half-century to stabilise Australia but the West Indies bowlers made crucial strikes at key junctures, to stay in control on the third day of the opening Test at Kensington Oval.

Warner to seek long-time idol Warne's help to become full-fledged Test spinner

April 9, 2012 at 4:20 PM

Melbourne, Apr 9(ANI): Australian opening batsman David Warner intends seeking his long-time idol Shane Warne's help to transform himself into a fully fledged Test leg-spinner.

Harris likely to replace Pattinson in Oz squad for Bridgetown Test against Windies

April 6, 2012 at 11:37 AM

Bridgetown, Barbados, Apr 6(ANI): Australian paceman Ryan Harris is expected replace young pace ace James Pattinson for the final fast bowler's berth in Australian squad for the Bridgetown Test against the West Indies.

Longoria and Cruz spotted on dinner date 'after splitting just weeks ago'

April 3, 2012 at 7:45 PM

Washington, Apr 3 (ANI): Eva Longoria and Eduardo Cruz, who had reportedly split just a few weeks ago after dating for a year, were seen dining out in West Hollywood on Sunday night.

CPI-M will brood over setbacks at 20th congress

April 2, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Kozhikode (Kerala), April 2 (IANS) The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) will hold its 20th party congress here starting Wednesday to discuss its recent electoral setbacks and the way ahead in an era of coalition politics.

Windies switching gears for Twenty20 series against Australia

March 27, 2012 at 2:08 PM

Gros Islet (St. Lucia), March 27 (IANS/CMC) For all their heroics in masterminding a tied series with Australia in the just concluded one-day series, West Indies say they will be refocussing for the two-match Twenty20 starting here Tuesday.

Drugs for diabetes and cancer may be used to treat dengue

March 23, 2012 at 3:44 PM

Washington, March 23 (ANI): Scientists have identified enzymes and biochemical compounds called lipids that are targeted and modified by the dengue virus during infection.

Spinner Beer recalled into 16-member Oz Test squad for West Indies series

March 14, 2012 at 9:32 PM

Melbourne, Mar 14 (ANI): Australian spinner Michael Beer has been recalled to the 16-member Test squad named for the West Indies tour.

Spinner Beer recalled into 16-member Oz Test squad for West Indies series

March 14, 2012 at 12:28 PM

Melbourne, Mar 14 (ANI): Australian spinner Michael Beer has been recalled to the 16-member Test squad named for the West Indies tour.

Indonesian boy, 8, smokes two packs of cigarettes a day

March 13, 2012 at 9:10 PM

London, Mar 13 (ANI): An eight-year-old Indonesian boy reportedly smokes two packets of cigarettes a day and even gets angry if they are withheld from him.

Indonesian boy, 8, smokes two packs of cigarettes a day

March 13, 2012 at 12:36 PM

London, Mar 13 (ANI): An eight-year-old Indonesian boy reportedly smokes two packets of cigarettes a day and even gets angry if they are withheld from him.

Windies tour likely to be most poorly watched tour due to schedule overkill: MacGill

March 11, 2012 at 6:42 PM

Melbourne, Mar 11(ANI): Former Australian cricketer Stuart MacGill has predicted that he upcoming series in the Caribbean looms as one of the most poorly watched tours in decades.

Putin claims Russian presidential election win, Opposition alleges widespread fraud

March 5, 2012 at 9:43 PM

Moscow, Mar 5(ANI): Russian Prime Minister Vlamidir Putin has claimed his victory in the country's presidential election provoking an opposition outrage. The latter haso alleged that the polls were marred by widespread fraud.

Putin claims Russian presidential election win, Opposition alleges widespread fraud

March 5, 2012 at 12:14 PM

Moscow, Mar 5(ANI): Russian Prime Minister Vlamidir Putin has claimed his victory in the country's presidential election provoking an opposition outrage. The latter haso alleged that the polls were marred by widespread fraud.

US geological survey records low radioactive fallout from Fukushima

February 23, 2012 at 8:31 PM

Washington, Feb 23(ANI): The U.S. Geological Survey has revealed that the radiation fallout from the 2011 Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power facility in Japan was measured in minimal amounts in.

US geological survey records low radioactive fallout from Fukushima

February 23, 2012 at 12:12 PM

Washington, Feb 23(ANI): The U.S. Geological Survey has revealed that the radiation fallout from the 2011 Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power facility in Japan was measured in minimal amounts in.

Beyonce and Jay-Z back on track with new albums

February 17, 2012 at 7:40 PM

New York, Feb 17 (ANI): Beyonce, who is currently at home with her with one-month-old baby girl Blue Ivy Carter, is reportedly planning to return to the music studio sometime soon with two projects slated for 2012.

Daniel Radcliffe says he's comfortable naked

January 31, 2012 at 8:54 PM

London, Jan 31 (ANI): Daniel Radcliffe, who had earlier stripped for psychological drama Equus on the West End stage, has maintained that he's very comfortable in his own skin as he prepares to bare all for his art once again.

Danny DeVito to make West End debut in 'The Sunshine Boys'

January 31, 2012 at 8:52 PM

London, Jan 31 (ANI): Danny DeVito is set to make his West End debut in a play about a pair of veteran comedians who reunite for one last performance.

Danny DeVito to make West End debut in 'The Sunshine Boys'

January 31, 2012 at 6:36 PM

London, Jan 31 (ANI): Danny DeVito is set to make his West End debut in a play about a pair of veteran comedians who reunite for one last performance.

Daniel Radcliffe says he's comfortable naked

January 31, 2012 at 1:40 PM

London, Jan 31 (ANI): Daniel Radcliffe, who had earlier stripped for psychological drama Equus on the West End stage, has maintained that he's very comfortable in his own skin as he prepares to bare all for his art once again.

Daniel Radcliffe enjoying moving on from 'Harry Potter' character

January 25, 2012 at 2:58 PM

London, Jan 25 (ANI): Daniel Radcliffe, who stars in new movie 'The Woman in Black', has revealed that it feels "very natural" to be moving on in his acting career, away from the 'Harry Potter' character who has made him a global name.

Eight killed in West Bengal road accident

January 23, 2012 at 8:27 PM

Malda, Jan 23 (ANI): At least eight people died on the spot and many others got injured after the bus in which they were travelling collided with a truck in West Bengal's Malda District on Monday.

Dwayne Bravo prefers nightclubs to beaches

December 14, 2011 at 4:49 PM

Melbourne, Dec 14 (ANI): Dwayne Bravo has revealed that he is more into the nightlife than the beaches.

West must see Afghanistan job through after making 'investment in blood': UK military chief

December 5, 2011 at 2:13 PM

London, Dec 5 (ANI): Western nations cannot turn their back on Afghanistan and must see the job through after making an "investment in blood", the commander of British forces in that country has said.

Football fraternity mourns Welsh manager Gary Speed's death

November 28, 2011 at 12:01 PM

London, Nov 28(ANI): Manchester United footballer Ryan Giggs led tributes for Wales manager Gary Speed, who was found hanging at his home on November 28.

Football fraternity mourns Welsh manager Gary Speed's death

November 28, 2011 at 11:30 AM

London, Nov 28(ANI): Manchester United footballer Ryan Giggs led tributes for the Wales manager Gary Speed who was found hanging at his home on November 28.

Bravo to join Sydney Sixers for Twenty20 Big Bash League

November 16, 2011 at 12:19 PM

Sydney, Nov 16(ANI): The Sydney Sixers have signed West Indian all-rounder Dwayne Bravo for the upcoming Twenty20 Big Bash League.

Navy says it has no ships left to defend UK shores

November 2, 2011 at 4:07 PM

London, Nov.2 (ANI): Britain has been without a single warship to defend its shores for a month because of defence cuts and operations in Libya, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.

NATO all but rules out no-fly zone over Syria

October 31, 2011 at 12:20 PM

Brussels, Oct.31 (ANI): NATO has all but ruled out the possibility of establishing a no-fly zone over Syria after the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad, warned that any western intervention would cause an "earthquake" that would "burn the whole region".

Chappell endorses Inverarity's appointment as Oz chief selector

October 29, 2011 at 10:36 AM

Sydney, Oct. 29 (ANI): Former Australian captain and selector Greg Chappell has endorsed the appointment of former spinner John Inverarity as Australia's full-time national selector, saying the shock choice was an ideal figure to oversee the new-look panel.

Abramovich all set to move Chelsea away from Stamford Bridge

October 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM

London, Oct 4 (ANI): Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is all set to move the club away from Stamford Bridge, overlooking 106 years of history.

Football pundit Harton's racist 'chinky' tweet angers twitterati

September 26, 2011 at 4:39 PM

London, Sep.26 (ANI): Football pundit John Harton has been blasted for saying he was off to "pick up a chinky".

Swann aims to be 'more grown up and mature' for England Twenty20 captaincy

September 15, 2011 at 12:42 PM

London, Sep 15(ANI): England off-spinner Graeme Swann has admitted that he must grow up and stop acting the joker after being named as the captain for the two-match Twenty20 series against West Indies.

New ICC Cricket Hall of Fame entrant Ambrose recalls 1995 confrontation with Steve Waugh

September 13, 2011 at 3:08 PM

London, Sep. 13 (ANI): New ICC Cricket Hall of Fame entrant and West Indian great Curtly Ambrose has recalled the time when he aggressively confronted former Australian captain Steve Waugh during a Test series between the West Indies and Australia, when the former was in danger of losing its number one status in world cricket.

MJ wanted 'The Phantom of the Opera' film role

July 4, 2011 at 12:32 PM

Sydney, July 04 (ANI): Theatre impresario Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that the late Michael Jackson wanted a role in a film version of his classic musical 'The Phantom of the Opera'.

Taliban may chose to talk rather than fight after Osama's death

May 9, 2011 at 2:04 PM

Los Angeles/Kandahar, May 9 (ANI): The Taliban is reportedly considering fresh options in their fight against the West in the wake of the killing of Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden by US Navy Seals.

Anderson keen to regain England ODI spot

April 27, 2011 at 5:13 PM

London, Apr 27(ANI): England James Anderson has vowed to fight for his place in the national one-day squad after finding himself on the sidelines at the end of the recent World Cup.

Tredwell was concerned of not getting a chance in England's WC campaign

March 20, 2011 at 5:09 PM

Chennai, Mar 20(ANI): England off-spinner James Tredwell, who took 4-48 against West Indies in their World Cup group match, has said that he was frustrated and was wondering if he would ever get a chance in the six-week tournamnet in the Indian sub-continent.

England beat Australia to win Ashes series Down Under after 24 years

January 7, 2011 at 11:40 AM

Sydney, Jan 7(ANI): England's 24-year wait to win an Ashes series in Australia is over, as the visitors thrashed Australia by an innings and 83 runs in the fifth and final Test in Sydney on Friday to claim a 3-1 victory.

Wildlife activists protest elephant killings in Siliguri

November 23, 2010 at 6:34 PM

Siliguri (West Bengal), Nov.23 (ANI): Several voluntary environmental and wildlife organistaions staged a protest here on Tuesday, expressing their anguish over elephants killed by speeding trains in the forest areas.

Flintoff confident England will beat Australia in Ashes series

November 23, 2010 at 1:25 PM

London, Nov.23 (ANI): Double Ashes hero Andrew Flintoff believes England has a better crop of players than Australia and expects them to retain the coveted urn.

Jesse James, Kat Von D get 'touchy-feely' during intimate lunch

October 25, 2010 at 4:55 PM

Washington, Oct 25 (ANI): Despite rumours of a break-up between actress Sandra Bullock's ex-husband Jesse James and Kat Von D, the two were spotted looking very cosy as they had an intimate lunch.

Alex Ferguson won't blame goalkeeper for draw

October 17, 2010 at 5:40 PM

London, Oct 17(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has refused to put the blame on goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar after his howler gave West Brom a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford.

US school ban 'I [heart] boobies' bracelet supporting cancer foundation

October 16, 2010 at 1:38 PM

New York, Oct 16 (ANI): A bracelet that reads "I [heart] boobies" has been banned from schools in the US, it has emerged.

West Bengal sanctuary's captive elephants enjoy a day off

September 18, 2010 at 4:18 PM

Jalpaiguri (West Bengal), Sep. 18 (ANI): Captive elephants, who perform various tasks in the Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary situated in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri District were granted a day's holiday by wildlife officials.

007 writer's rare sports car on sale for 130k pounds

September 8, 2010 at 5:15 PM

London, Sep 8 (ANI): In what could be one of the most awaited auctions in a long time, a 1962 AC Aceca, once owned by James Bond creator Ian Fleming, is expected to fetch 130,000 pounds at an auction.

Rooney to fly to Switzerland for England's Euro 2012 qualifier

September 6, 2010 at 5:30 PM

London, Sep 6 (ANI): British footballer Wayne Rooney is all set to fly to Switzerland on Monday for England's Euro 2012 qualifier despite allegations about him having a relationship with a prostitute, Jenny Thompson.

Jesse James, Kat Von D make first public appearance together

September 4, 2010 at 3:45 PM

New York, Sept 4 (ANI): Actress Sandra Bullock's ex-husband Jesse James and tattoo artist Kat Von D have made their first public appearance as a couple.

Chinese students to learn chastity lessons from US Christian ministry

September 2, 2010 at 5:48 PM

London, Sept 2 (ANI): A conservative US Christian ministry is set to give Chinese students in the South West province of Yunnan, lessons in chastity.

Jolie says she's ready for 'Salt' sequel

August 18, 2010 at 3:50 PM

London, Aug 18 (ANI): Angelina Jolie has revealed she would love to star in a sequel to her latest spy thriller, 'Salt'.

Jolie thinks US-Russian relations are 'positive'

July 27, 2010 at 4:08 PM

London, July 27 (ANI): American actress Angelina Jolie, who plays the role of a suspected Russian sleeper agent in her latest movie, thinks that US-Russian relations are going well.

Daniel Radcliffe picks first movie after Harry Potter

July 19, 2010 at 5:24 PM

London, July 19 (ANI): Daniel Radcliffe has picked his first film project after shooting the final Harry Potter movie.

Joss Stone is latest Bond girl, but for video-gamers

July 17, 2010 at 12:23 PM

London July 17 (ANI): R and B singer Joss Stone is the latest Bond girl, but only for the video gamers.

Is dark matter cooling off sun's core?

July 15, 2010 at 4:22 PM

London, July 15 (ANI): Dark matter is cooling off the core of our sun, according to two research groups.

Furious fans claim hard earned money wasted with England's WC exit

June 28, 2010 at 1:43 PM

London, Jun 28 (ANI): Germany exposed England's stumbling defence during their 4-1 victory over the Three Lions in the World Cup, even though a poor decision by a Uruguayan linesman cost Frank Lampard a clear goal that would have levelled the scores at 2-2.

Gilchrist backs struggling Oz bowlers to do well against England

June 21, 2010 at 12:17 PM

Sydney, Jun 21 (ANI): Former wicket-keeping great Adam Gilchrist has backed Australian bowlers to do well against England after they failed to impress against Ireland and Middlesex batsmen.

Anderson advises England football bench players to be alert during World Cup

June 3, 2010 at 6:51 PM

London, June 3(ANI): England fast bowler James Anderson has advised Fabio Capello's bench players at the World Cup against sitting back, and has told them to be prepared to play whenever the team requires them.

Jesse James' photog 'mistress' denies affair claims

March 26, 2010 at 3:56 PM

London, Mar 26 (ANI): Brigitte Daguerre, the Los Angeles-based photographer who claimed she was the third woman to have a sexual relationship with Jesse James while he was married to Sandra Bullock, has now said that she and the TV host were just friends.

Ronnie Wood selling his riverside home - to pay for divorce

February 25, 2010 at 4:32 PM

London, Feb 25 (ANI): Rolling stones rocker Ronnie Wood is putting up his Thames overlooking home for sale to pay for his divorce settlement.

SSB conducts social welfare camp in West Bengal

February 21, 2010 at 4:36 PM

Silguri (West Bengal) Feb 21 (ANI): The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has conducted a three day long Samajik Chetna Abhiyan at West Bengal's Kishanganj District to make the local public and youths aware about the government policies.

CA's five bowlers policy hampering Hopes' first-choice status in team

February 3, 2010 at 1:35 PM

Melbourne, Feb 3 (ANI): All rounder James Hopes has said that he can reclaim his first-choice status within the Australian one-day team if selectors scrap their recent policy of using only five genuine bowlers.

Flower fears losing Gibson as bowling coach

January 23, 2010 at 3:11 PM

London, Jan 23 (ANI): England cricket coach Andy Flower fears that he will suffer a major loss to his backroom staff, with England bowling coach Ottis Gibson being lined up to become the new West Indies head coach.

Johnson rested from first two ODIs against Pakistan

January 14, 2010 at 6:18 PM

Hobart, Jan 14(ANI): Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson will be rested from the first two one-day internationals of the five-match series against Pakistan at the Gabba on January 22 and Sydney on January 24.

UK student uses alien maths to explain why he can't find a girlfriend!

January 13, 2010 at 1:40 PM

Melbourne, January 13 (ANI): A student in the UK has applied a mathematical equation that predicts the possibility of alien life in the universe to describe why he is without a girlfriend.

New method to measure snow, soil moisture with GPS may benefit climate modelers

November 21, 2009 at 4:43 PM

Washington, November 21 (ANI): A research team led by the University of Colorado at Boulder has found a clever way to use traditional GPS satellite signals to measure snow depth as well as soil and vegetation moisture, a technique expected to benefit meteorologists, water resource managers, climate modelers and farmers.

US tycoon leads 100 m pound bid to buy UK club West Ham

October 18, 2009 at 10:27 AM

London/New York, Oct.18 (ANI): An American consortium has launched a 100-million-pound to bid to buy the troubled English football club West Ham. The London-based Inter-market Group began negotiations on Friday night and are confident of landing the club in time to hand boss Gianfranco Zola a substantial budget for the January transfer window.

Emma Thompson's mum gets her gargoyles back with witchcraft ruse

September 25, 2009 at 4:00 PM

London, Sep 25 (ANI): 'Harry Potter' actress Emma Thompson's mother Phyllida Law has revealed that when two of her prized stone gargoyles were stolen from her garden wall, she resorted to using a witchcraft ruse.