Thousands of people displaced in South Sudan: UN
Geneva – The escalating violence in South Sudan has left hundreds of thousands of people in the country displaced, and the total number was expected to climb even higher, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said Friday. Statistics from the UN body... read more »
Ferrer, Djukovic win semifinal in Abu Dhabi
Dubai – David Ferrer won the semifinal against his fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal clear in two sets, while Serbia’s Novak Djukovic was victorious over Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga Friday, the second day of the Mubadala World Championship in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Ferrer beat... read more »
Miley Cyrus plays a character in real life
Los Angeles – Pop star Miley Cyrus says her public image is a part of a “rock’n’roll” character that she has created for the purpose of her music career. She believes her raunchy antics, including her twerking act at the MTV Video Music Awards in August, are all a part... read more »
Gadot needs training to become Wonder Woman
Los Angeles – Actress Gal Gadot will undergo an intense physical training to prepare for her role as Wonder Woman in the “Man Of Steel” sequel. The “Fast & Furious” star was cast as the female superhero in “Batman vs. Superman” earlier this month and... read more »
Jorhat holds 11th Assam Mahotsav to promote culture and traditions
Guwahati – The eleventh edition of the Assam Mahotsav, a two week long annual fair, was organized in Jorhat recently, and provided a window to the culture of the state. More than... read more »
New malaria `blocking` drug raises hopes for new cures
Washington – In a major breakthrough against fighting malaria, researchers have discovered a new technique to halt the multiplying process of malaria parasites. A new study shows that... read more »
Beyonce admits being nervous about surprise new album
London – Beyonce has admitted that she was really nervous about releasing her surprise new album, saying that it was a huge risk. The 32-year-old singer said that she was so scared... read more »
Rodgers insists Man City favourites to win PL title despite Liverpool’s `good show`
London – Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has insisted that Manchester City are favourites to win the Premier League this season, despite seeing his side beat Cardiff 3-1 and go top... read more »
Kejriwal meets Lt Governor Najeeb Jung, stakes claim to form govt...
New Delhi – Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Monday met Lt Governor Najeeb Jung and staked a claim to form the next government in Delhi. “I have handed over the letter to the... read more »
