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

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

Petersen replaces Smith in Proteas squad

May 14, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Dubai, May 14 (IANS) Alviro Petersen replaced South Africa skipper Graeme Smith in South Africa's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy to be held in the United Kingdom June 6-23.

Smith may miss Champion Trophy due to scheduled ankle surgery

May 9, 2013 at 12:48 PM

Johannesburg, May 9 (ANI): South Africa Test captain Graeme Smith has put a damper on his team's hopes for the ICC Champions Trophy following his leaving county side Surrey to return to South Africa for surgery on a chronic ankle problem which has put in doubt his participation in the eight-nation tournament.

Optimist Hafeez not disturbed over prolonged loss of form

May 6, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Karachi, May 6 (ANI): Vice captain of Pakistan national cricket team Mohammed Hafeez is not worried that his poor batting form has not served the team too well in the recent past, ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy.

Proteas coach Kirsten says continuity, flair 'key factors' for Champions Trophy squad selection

May 3, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Johannesburg, May 3 (ANI): South African coach Gary Kirsten has said that continuity and flair were the key considerations which the selectors kept in mind while deciding the 15-man ODI squad for the ICC Champions Trophy in England and Wales, starting on June 6.

Samsung to launch Galaxy S4 in Seoul this week

April 25, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Beijing, Apr. 25 (Xinhua-ANI): Samsung Electronics said Thursday that it will roll out its new flagship smartphone model Galaxy S4 in Seoul this Friday for the first time across the globe.

Samsung to launch Galaxy S4 in Seoul this week

April 25, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Beijing, Apr. 25 (Xinhua-ANI): Samsung Electronics said Thursday that it will roll out its new flagship smartphone model Galaxy S4 in Seoul this Friday for the first time across the globe.

Samsung to launch Galaxy S4 first in Seoul

April 25, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Seoul, April 25 (IANS) Samsung Electronics Thursday said it will roll out its new flagship smartphone model Galaxy S4 in Seoul this Friday for the first time across the globe.

Nelson Mandela's inspirational quotes take over Times Square billboards

April 24, 2013 at 10:52 AM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): A video installation of speeches by Nelson Mandela's, the former South African leader, is taking over many electronic billboards in New York's Times Square.

South African police's mobile phones confiscated over Pistorius pic clickings

April 17, 2013 at 9:48 AM

London, Apr 17 (ANI): The South African police force have been forced to surrender 49 mobile phones with which they apparently clicked pictures of Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius after his arrest on suspicion of murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, according to the country's Ministry of Police.

Slain Indian armymen in South Sudan were outnumbered

April 12, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Juba, April 12 (IANS) The killers in the tragic ambush of UN peacekeepers in South Sudan that claimed the lives of five Indian Army personnel Tuesday not only outnumbered their target six times over but were also armed with sophisticated weapons, eyewitnesses said.

De Villiers says 'settling comfortably' as Proteas ODI captain

March 21, 2013 at 12:10 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 21 (ANI): AB de Villiers has claimed he is settling comfortably in his role as South Africa's one-day captain after coming through one of his toughest matches in charge against Pakistan in Johannesburg.

'Out of favour' Sami eyeing Pak comeback

March 7, 2013 at 4:19 PM

Islamabad, Mar 7 (ANI): Pakistan's current fastest bowler Mohammad Sami, who was ignored for the South Africa tour, has claimed he would keep working hard in domestic cricket to regain his place in the national side.

Ashraf says PCB still has faith in 'beleaguered' Whatmore

March 5, 2013 at 1:15 PM

Islamabad, Mar 5 (ANI): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Zaka Ashraf has claimed they still have faith in under-pressure national team coach Dav Whatmore after various former players demanded his sacking following humiliating Test series whitewash against South Africa.

Eight South African cops held for dragging man to death

March 1, 2013 at 9:55 PM

London, Mar 1 (IANS) Eight police officers in South Africa have been arrested over the death of a Mozambican man who was apparently dragged behind a police vehicle, BBC reported Friday.

Penis size does matter to female golden moles

February 21, 2013 at 11:21 AM

London, February 21 (ANI): Female Hottentot golden moles use the size of male golden moles' penises to gauge the attractiveness of their mate, scientists have discovered.

China to conduct daily sea patrols to protect fishermen

February 7, 2013 at 6:19 PM

Beijing, Feb 7 (IANS) China will conduct daily patrols in the South China Sea in 2014 to better safeguard the "legitimate interests" of domestic fishermen, the government said Thursday.

Proteas top guns relishing life at summit of Test cricket

February 6, 2013 at 12:59 PM

Sydney, Feb 6(ANI): South African cricketers are enjoying looking down from their number one spot in the Test rankings with several of them also placed well at the top in the individual positions.

Whatmore hails South Africa's 'incredible' pace attack for Pak decimation

February 3, 2013 at 11:42 AM

Johannesburg, Feb. 3 (ANI): Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore has hailed an "incredible" performance by South Africa's pace attack after his team were bundled out for a record low of 49 on the second day of the first Test at the Wanderers.

Chinese hackers attacked NYT for last 4 months 'to get reporters' passwords'

January 31, 2013 at 11:50 AM

New York, Jan 31 (ANI): The New York Times has revealed that over the last four months, it has been repeatedly attacked by Chinese hackers, trying to infiltrate its computer systems and get passwords for its reporters and other employees.

Smith still Proteas' true leader in one-day cricket

January 27, 2013 at 2:56 PM

Johannesburg, Jan 27(ANI): Graeme Smith is still the best leader in South Africa's one-day squad despite not being the official captain of the team, according to senior cricket writer, Rob Houwing.

McCullum says 'ninth-placed' Kiwis' ODI series win over Proteas 'among best ever'

January 24, 2013 at 1:28 PM

Sydney, Jan 24(ANI): New Zealand captain Brendan McCullum has claimed his ninth-placed one-day team's series win over a top South African team at their home is among their finest limited-overs series win.

De Villiers receives two-match ban

January 20, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Dubai, Jan 20 (IANS) South Africa captain AB de Villiers has been suspended for two ODIs while his players have been fined 100-per-cent of their match fees for maintaining a slow over-rate during their one-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the first one-dayer in Paarl Saturday.

De Villiers suspended for two ODIs for slow over-rate in Paarl

January 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Dubai, Jan.20 (ANI): South Africa captain AB de Villiers has been suspended for two ODIs while his players have been fined 100 per-cent of their match fees for maintaining a slow over-rate during their one-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the first ODI in Paarl on Saturday.

Tom Cruise turns down Psy's Gangnam Style challenge

January 11, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Karachi, Jan. 11 (ANI): Tom Cruise, who was in Seoul to promote his new film 'Jack Reacher,' declined a chance to try out his "Gangnam Style" dance skills on Thursday.

Samsung unveils 'paper-thin, bendable, unbreakable' phone prototype

January 11, 2013 at 10:17 AM

Washington, Jan 11 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker has unveiled its first phone using a flexible display.

Adventurers to recreate epic 1916 Shackleton Journey to Antarctica

January 2, 2013 at 1:11 PM

London, Jan 2 (ANI): An adventurer is set to leave Argentina with a crew of five Australian and British explorers to recreate one of the most dangerous and historic boat voyage.

My marriage is going strong: Miranda Kerr

December 20, 2012 at 1:17 AM

London, Dec 20 (IANS) Supermodel Miranda Kerr is adamant that her marriage to actor Orlando Bloom is still going strong despite rumours suggesting they have separated.

US writer embarking on 7-year journey to track path of migrating ancestors

December 10, 2012 at 1:28 PM

London, Dec 10 (ANI): A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist is preparing for a seven-year trek across the globe to retrace the steps taken by early man tens of thousands of years ago.

Siddle, Haddin rated 'best players' by peers in Oz cricketers' survey

December 9, 2012 at 10:36 AM

Sydney, Dec. 9 (ANI): Australian players Peter Siddle and Brad Haddin have been rated as the 'best players' by their peers in a new survey by the Australian Cricketers' Association.

Alicia Keys honours Oprah Winfrey

December 8, 2012 at 3:16 AM

London, Dec 8 (IANS) Singer Alicia Keys paid tributes to chat show queen Oprah Winfrey for her philanthropic efforts.

Pak has designated US 'enemy' by terming Taliban leader Mullah Nazir 'friendly': Editorial

December 3, 2012 at 5:08 PM

Islamabad, Dec. 3 (ANI): An editorial in a Pakistani daily has said that by designating Taliban leader Mullah Nazir as 'friendly', Pakistan has indirectly designated the Americans as an enemy of the country.

Samsung leapfrogs Apple to become top mobile phone maker in US: Report

December 3, 2012 at 12:04 PM

Washington, Dec 3 (ANI): South Korean electronics manufacturer Samsung has extended its lead as the top mobile phone maker in the US market and Apple moved into second place, according to a report.

Samsung rolls out Galaxy Camera

November 29, 2012 at 1:59 PM

Seoul, Nov 29 (IANS) South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics Thursday rolled out Galaxy Camera based on the Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology, enabling users to upload pictures directly through the high?speed fourth?generation (4G) network.

Samsung Galaxy Note II hits 5mln mark in 2 months

November 27, 2012 at 10:38 AM

Washington, Nov 27 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung has announced that it has sold over five million Galaxy Note II devices worldwide, just two months after the product was launched.

Victoria house hunting in London

November 25, 2012 at 2:53 PM

London, Nov 25 (IANS) Singer?turned?fashion designer Victoria Beckham is reportedly planning to have a permanent residence here.

Former PCB chief Ijaz Butt says Lorgat 'right man' to assist PPL

November 19, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Karachi, Nov. 19 (ANI): Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ijaz Butt, who once considered Haroon Lorgat as the 'enemy of Pakistan's cricket', has declared him 'the right man' to help with the organising of the Pakistan Premier League (PPL).

Brown spends more time with Rihanna

November 5, 2012 at 9:27 AM

Los Angeles, Nov 5 (IANS) Singer Chris Brown is reportedly spending a lot of time with girlfriend Rihanna before leaving for singing tour.

Samsung Galaxy Note II sells 3 mln units in one month

November 3, 2012 at 3:43 PM

London, Nov 3 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung has announced that it has sold over three million units of its Galaxy Note II smartphones in a little over a month after its launch.

Dean Jones' mantra on how to topple Proteas 'super six'

November 3, 2012 at 11:43 AM

Sydney, Nov. 3 (ANI): Former Australian cricketer Dean Jones has warned that if the Australian bowlers do not plan well or execute, they will be smashed to all parts in the next week's Test against South Africa at the Gabba.

Pakistan Premier League likely to clash with Indian Premier League next year

October 30, 2012 at 12:28 PM

Karachi, Oct. 30 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made a tentative schedule of the inaugural event of the Pakistan Premier League (PPL), which is likely to clash with the Indian version of the Twenty20 competition.

Smith insists Proteas won't go 'headhunting' during Oz Test series

October 29, 2012 at 2:20 PM

Sydney, Oct 29(ANI): South Africa captain Graeme Smith has said they won't be targeting individuals during their Test series against Australia, and added, that each Oz player will provide a quality test for his team.

Winfrey's tryst with motherhood

October 16, 2012 at 3:40 PM

Cape Town, Oct 16 (IANS) Chat show queen Oprah Winfrey, who doesn't have children, says the first graduates of the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls gave her an opportunity to play a mom.

Nepal stages South Asia's first tournament for gay athletes

October 13, 2012 at 12:40 PM

London, Oct 13(ANI): A gay rights group in Nepal is hosting South Asia's first ever tournament for gay athletes in capital Kathmandu, with more than 300 gay, bisexual and transgender athletes from 30 countries registering to compete in the three-day event.

Pak women's cricket team hated India's 100 pc record against them, admits captain Sana

October 2, 2012 at 1:30 PM

Karachi, Oct. 2 (ANI): The Pakistan women's cricket team, which won against India in the World Twenty20, has admitted to have been "desperate" to break India's 100 percent record against them.

Proteas eves record historic double series win over Bangladesh

September 15, 2012 at 12:28 PM

Johannesburg, Sep 15(ANI): The South African women's cricket team created history by ecoming the first team to win a double series in the sub-continent after beating Bangladesh by 16 runs to claim the Twenty20 series 2-1 in Mirpur on Friday.

Qatar Airways signs pact with Wipro for IT solutions

September 12, 2012 at 8:42 PM

Doha/New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Qatar Airways Wednesday said it has inked a long-term partnership with leading Indian IT company Wipro to develop new technological solutions.

England relieved after Trott's hand scan rules out fracture

September 4, 2012 at 12:25 PM

Johannesburg, Sep 4(ANI): England breathed a sigh of relief after it was revealed through scans that batsman Jonathan Trott hadn't suffered a fracture in his hand during Sunday's one-day victory over South Africa.

De Villiers unhappy with persistent Proteas middle-order collapses

September 3, 2012 at 11:53 AM

London, Sep 3 (ANI): South Africa's captain AB de Villiers has criticised his middle-order after they failed to score enough runs for the second match in a row against England.

Pakistan fighting America, not Taliban: Editorial

September 2, 2012 at 3:53 PM

Islamabad, Sept. 2 (ANI): Pakistan is acting more effectively against the Americans than against the Taliban, an editorial in a Pakistani daily has said.

Smith hails Andrew Strauss as a great captain

August 31, 2012 at 9:45 PM

London, Aug 31 (ANI): Paying tribute to Andrew Strauss, South Africa's Test skipper Graeme Smith has termed his former England counterpart as a great captain.

Nude mural in US to be covered up after community outrage

August 30, 2012 at 2:59 PM

New York, August 30 (ANI): A new mural, which was recently revealed on a South Atlanta public wall, will be stripped off the artwork next week after locals complained about its content - a woman in various states of undress.

South Africa dedicates series win over England to Boucher

August 21, 2012 at 10:56 AM

Cape Town, Aug 21 (ANI): South Africa has dedicated their series win over England to former wicketkeeper Mark Boucher, whose career was cut short on the tour due to a freak eye injury.

Smith says 'Proteas leaking KP's texts' claim by Atherton is 'biggest load of rubbish'

August 16, 2012 at 12:12 PM

Johannesburg, Aug 16(ANI): South Africa captain Graeme Smith has criticised former England skipper Michael Atherton for claiming that the Proteas deliberately leaked Kevin Pietersen's provocative text messages, and described it as 'the biggest load of rubbish' he has ever heard.

Samsung launches Galaxy Note 10.1 amidst ongoing patent trial with Apple

August 16, 2012 at 10:20 AM

London, Aug 16 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung has launched a new tablet, the Galaxy Note 10.1, even s it battles a 2.5 billion dollar patent trial against tech giant Apple.

Rogge lauds athletes, says Olympics happy and glorious

August 13, 2012 at 10:49 AM

London, Aug 13 (IANS) Olympic Games are over for the thousands of athletes who had shed tears and sweat to get to London. It's time for them to party.

Olympic athletics: Tintu Luka fails to qualify for 800m final

August 10, 2012 at 12:49 AM

London, Aug 10 (IANS) Indian runner Tintu Luka failed to qualify for the 800m final after she finished sixth in the second semi-final in the women's event at the 2012 London Games here Thursday.

Injury woes plague South Africa in second Test against England

August 6, 2012 at 12:01 PM

Leeds, Aug 6 (ANI): The Proteas suffered injuries to key players, Alviro Petersen, Graeme Smith and Jacques Kallis, during the current Test match against England at Headingley.

'Well settled' Smith realistic of Proteas' chances ahead of crucial Headingley Test

August 2, 2012 at 12:27 PM

Johannesburg, Aug. 2(ANI): After being present in South Africa to witness the birth of his daughter, Proteas captain Graeme Smith is now in Test playing mode, and realistic about his team's chances against England in the Headingley Test.

Apple 'bet company' with iPhone launch

August 2, 2012 at 11:31 AM

London, Aug 2 (ANI): In the 2.5 billion dollar patent trial between tech giants Apple and Samsung, a U.S. court has heard that the former was "literally betting the company" when it introduced the iPhone.

8.7 million South Korean mobile subscribers' personal data hacked

July 30, 2012 at 11:15 AM

Seoul, July 30 (ANI): Personal data of nearly 8.7 million customers of South Korea's second-biggest mobile operator has been hacked, according to a report.

Olympics: India's archers primed for glory (Preview)

July 26, 2012 at 4:42 PM

London, July 26 (IANS) Indian archers are primed for their first ever Olympic medal in London where they begin their challenge on the morning of the opening ceremony here Friday.

Samsung disables Galaxy S3's Google 'local search function' following patent dispute with Apple

July 26, 2012 at 11:46 AM

London, July 26 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung has disabled an advanced search function in its flagship Galaxy S3 smartphone, following a patent dispute with Apple.

Kallis rises to second in Reliance ICC Test batting rankings, reclaims top all-rounder's position

July 25, 2012 at 11:30 AM

Dubai, July 25 (ANI): Jacques Kallis leads the charge of South Africa's batsmen up the Reliance ICC Player Rankings for Test batsmen after his side's stunning innings and 12-run victory in the first Test match at The Oval against England that concluded on July 23.

CSA congratulates South African team for victory at Oval

July 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM

Johannesburg, July 24 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) has congratulated the Proteas on their brilliant innings and 12 runs victory over England in the first Test match the Oval in London.

Johnny Depp 'trying to win back ex Vanessa Paradis'

July 23, 2012 at 6:19 PM

London, July 23 (ANI): Johnny Depp, who split with his partner of 14 years, Vanessa Paradis, has now flown to the South of France to try to patch up their relationship.

CSA salutes Amla for making South Africa's highest ever Test score

July 23, 2012 at 12:11 PM

Johannesburg, July 23 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) has saluted batsman Hashim Amla for his dual achievement of making South Africa's highest ever Test score and of becoming the first to make a triple century at this level.

Johnny Depp flies to France to make up with ex Vanessa Paradis

July 22, 2012 at 10:27 AM

London, July 22 (ANI): Johnny Depp has flown to the South of France to try and patch up with his former partner Vanessa Paradis.

Smith warns of Proteas desire to take England's No.1 Test ranking

July 19, 2012 at 11:52 AM

London, July 19 (ANI): South Africa skipper Graeme Smith has warned England that his team is determined to take the hosts' No 1 Test ranking away from them.

Smith says ODI retirement will leave 'a big hole in Pietersen's life'

July 17, 2012 at 12:40 PM

London, July 17 (ANI): South Africa captain Graeme Smith believes England batsman Kevin Pietersen's retirement from international limited-overs cricket will leave "a big hole in his life".

Get Pietersen's wicket early to make S. Africa No.1 in Tests: Pollock

July 17, 2012 at 11:28 AM

London, July 17 (ANI): Former Proteas skipper Shaun Pollock has advised South African pacers that getting Kevin Pietersen's wicket early in the Tests would be the short cut to beating England.

England maintain lead in Test rankings, India slip to 5th

July 14, 2012 at 7:36 PM

Dubai, July 14 (IANS) England extended their lead as the top team in the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) Test rankings released Saturday while India slipped one place to be fifth.

Skipper Smith challenges Proteas team mates to displace England from No.1 ranking

July 8, 2012 at 11:28 AM

Taunton (Somerset, UK). July 8 (ANI): South Africa's cricket captain Graeme Smith has set his side the challenge of displacing England as the world's number one Test side during their forthcoming three-match series.

US apology to Pak does not address problem of support to Taliban, Haqqani network: Expert

July 4, 2012 at 1:10 PM

Washington, July 4 (ANI): An American expert on South Asian affairs has said that U.S. Secretary of State Hillay Clinton's public apology to Pakistan over the killing of 24 Pakistani soldiers at a border post in November 2011 to ensure a re-opening of strategically located NATO supply routes, does not address the fundamentalroblem of Pakistan's continuing support for the Taliban and the Haqqani network that are killing U.S. and coalition forces on a daily basis in Afghanistan.

Australian guys way hotter than Americans, says Miley Cyrus

June 29, 2012 at 3:56 PM

Washington, June 29 (ANI): Miley Cyrus has revealed that she finds Australian men hotter than other nationalities.

Taste of India catching on in New Dubai

June 28, 2012 at 11:24 AM

Dubai, June 28 (ANI): The growing South Asian population in New Dubai, has been spoilt for choice as several restaurants have opened up in this part of the city, offering a variety of authentic 'desi' food.

South Africa celebrates Youth Day

June 17, 2012 at 2:18 AM

Johannesburg, June 17 (IANS) South Africa Saturday celebrated Youth Day with various activities across the country.

'Forge commonalities of the past into Asia-Africa bond'

June 5, 2012 at 4:16 PM

Panaji, June 5 (IANS) India and Africa should both ride on their religious, cultural and colonial linkages to forge an even stronger bond for collective development and prosperity of the South-South region, African and Indian intelligentsia and policy makers have suggested.

South Korea not mulling ban on short selling

May 18, 2012 at 1:14 PM

Seoul, May 18 (IANS) South Korea is not mulling ban on short selling of non-financial stocks despite resurfacing concerns over Europe's debt crisis, a senior financial regulator said Friday.

U.S. Congressman calls Pakistan 'black hole for US aid'

May 17, 2012 at 12:50 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): U.S. Congressman Gary Ackerman, during a committee session to debate U.S. assistance and foreign policy in South Asia, has dubbed Pakistan a "black hole for US aid".

South Sudan to get anti-aircraft missiles

May 17, 2012 at 9:30 AM

Khartoum, May 17 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The chief of general staff of South Sudan's military has pledged that within a few months the country will acquire anti-aircraft missiles to defend its territory from attacks by neighbouring Sudan.

Brad Pitt proposed to Angelina Jolie over fear that her life is at risk

May 16, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, who are the parents of six adopted and biological children, decided to get married because of the actress' work with the United Nations.

Samsung overtakes Nokia in cell phone shipments

April 28, 2012 at 12:02 PM

London, Apr 28 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung has overtaken Nokia to become the world's largest maker of mobile phones, according to a report.

China denounces Philippines's call for other countries to show stance on South China Sea

April 23, 2012 at 5:00 PM

Beijing, April 23 (Xinhua-ANI): China on Monday denounced Philippine Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario's call for other countries to take a stand regarding the South China Sea, adding that China's stance on safeguarding its territory and sovereignty is "clear" and "firm."

South African swimmer Townsend misses Olympic qualification

April 19, 2012 at 4:29 PM

Durban, April 19 (IANS) South Africa's Darian Townsend, winner of the men's 4X100m relay at the 2004 Athens Olympics, failed to qualify for the London Olympics in the 200m freestyle division despite winning the race at the South African national swimming championships.

Sudan president aims for South Sudan's liberation

April 19, 2012 at 3:33 PM

Khartoum, April 19 (IANS) Sudan President Omar al-Bashir has said his main goal now is to "liberate" the people of South Sudan from its rulers following recent border clashes.

India calls for dialogue between Sudan, South Sudan

April 12, 2012 at 10:35 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) As the conflict intensified amid reports of Sudanese warplanes launching their first attack on a key South Sudanese town, India, which has around $2.5 billion oil investments across undivided Sudan, voiced concern and urged both sides to restart negotiations.

Bubba Watson breaks down at interviews after Masters win

April 12, 2012 at 4:03 PM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): Bubba Watson, who has just won the Masters for the first time in his career, has been seen crying every time he discusses his win on most of his interviews.

Gilani's son 'wanted for alleged role in drug quota scandal' flies out of Pak

April 11, 2012 at 11:01 AM

Islamabad, Apr 11 (ANI): Son of Pakistan Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, Ali Musa, has reportedly left for South Africa before his name could be placed on the Exit Control List (ECL) for his alleged role in a Rs 7 billion drug quota scandal.

Brooklyn Decker flashes knickers in sheer dress at 'battleship' premiere

April 7, 2012 at 11:53 AM

London, Apr 7 (ANI): Brooklyn Decker, who appears to be doing a pretty good job at trying to attract attention from Rihanna on herself on the red carpet of 'Battleship', showed up at the premiere in Seol, South Korea wearing a black lace dress which left almost nothing to the imagination.

China reign supreme at World TT

April 2, 2012 at 3:44 PM

Dortmund (Germany), April 2 (IANS) The Chinese teams lived up to expectations by winning the men's and women's title at the World Team Table Tennis Championships here.

Smith lauds controversial DRS' role in cricket

March 29, 2012 at 11:21 AM

Johannesburg, Mar 29(ANI): South African Test captain Graeme Smith has lauded the role of television referrals and the umpire decision review system (DRS) in international cricket.

Dolphins form close knit ties with kin

March 29, 2012 at 10:16 AM

Sydney, March 29 (IANS) Male dolphins are not only gregarious, they also form complex alliances with their close kin and friends, says a study.

Obama hopes Pak parliamentary review will respect US security needs

March 27, 2012 at 4:16 PM

Seoul, Mar 27 (ANI): US President Barack Obama has expressed hope that a Pakistan parliamentary review of ties with Washington would be balanced and respect US security needs.

Alviro Petersen's vigilant knock in final Test could earn him ticket for England

March 24, 2012 at 2:00 PM

Wellington, March 24(ANI): South Africa's opening batsman Alviro Petersen played a patient knock of 96 not out from 244 deliveries against the Kiwis, on the first two truncated days of the final Test match in Wellington, and experts believe if he carries on to get a bigger score, then he could earn a ticket for the Test series in England later this year.

Proteas end day one of third Test against New Zealand on 136 for 2

March 23, 2012 at 7:31 PM

Wellington (New Zealand), Mar.23 (ANI): South Africa ended day one of the third Test against New Zealand on 136 for the loss of two wickets. A fluent 63 from opener Hashim Amla contributed to the Proteas total.

Boucher notches up another milestone, claims 550th dismissal

March 23, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 23(ANI): South Africa's Mark Boucher became the first ever wicket keeper to claim 550 dismissals in Test cricket, as he achieved this magnificent milestone during the second Test match against the Kiwis in Hamilton.

88 pc motorists use mobile phones while driving, says report

March 21, 2012 at 7:49 PM

Sydney, Mar 21, (ANI): A majority of drivers still risk their lives by using mobile phones while driving, a survey has revealed.

Nicole Scherzinger to join South Korean girl band for Malaysian F1 concert

March 21, 2012 at 3:01 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Mar 21 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger will join top South Korean girl band Girls' Generation as they make their debut in Malaysia at the Twin Towers@Live 2012 concert on Friday.

Dunedin Test ends in draw as rain washes out final day's play

March 11, 2012 at 8:42 PM

Dunedin, Mar 11(ANI): The Dunedin test between New Zealand and South Africa ended in a draw after rain prevented the Kiwis from resuming play from their overnight score of 137-2 in their chase of the 401 run target.

Dunedin Test ends in draw as rain washes out final day's play

March 11, 2012 at 11:46 AM

Dunedin, Mar 11(ANI): The Dunedin test between New Zealand and South Africa ended in a draw after rain prevented the Kiwis from resuming play from their overnight score of 137-2 in their chase of the 401 run target.