Global response to Syrian refugee crisis disappoints Lebanon
Beirut – Lebanons caretaker Prime Minister Najib Miqati Thursday contended that the international community did not appropriately assess the scale of the humanitarian crisis suffered by Syrian refugees. “Lebanon has not shied away from fulfilling its humanitarian duties toward the... read more »
Kerry revisits Israel to boost peace talks
Jerusalem – US Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Israel Thursday for another visit to the region to salvage negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians, a spokesperson for the US embassy to Israel said. The storm hit Israel and specifically Jerusalem altered Kerry’s plans... read more »
Aamir Khan, Kamal Haasan give memorable start to CIFF
By Haricharan Pudipeddi Chennai – The presence of Aamir Khan and Kamal Haasan, India’s two finest film personalities, at the opening ceremony of the 11th Chennai International Film Festival (CIFF), turned the evening unforgettable for the audiences and organisers as well here... read more »
Salman had no intention of becoming a star
Mumbai – Actor Salman Khan, who has a huge fan following across the globe, says he had no intentions of becoming a star. “I took birth in a family which was a part of this industry. By luck, I got this platform thanks to Sooraj Barjatya who gave me a break, and luckily the film also... read more »
Haddin hails Clarke as `best batsman in world` after `stylish` Ashes century
Johannesburg – Michael Clarke’s stylish 148 on day two of the second Ashes test against England on Friday was another glorious consummation of his love affair with Adelaide... read more »
Woods describes meeting Mandela in 1998 as `most inspiring time`
Johannesburg – American golfer Tiger Woods has said the death of Nelson Mandela was a sad day for many people, especially those who had the chance to meet him, according to... read more »
Garcia grabs lead after weather-delayed Nedbank Golf Challenge first round
Johannesburg – Sergio Garcia led the Nedbank Golf Challenge after the first round resumed on Friday morning, but his success on the golf course was overshadowed by the passing of... read more »
Duminy says will be `stupid` to write off India despite `imposing` first ODI win
Johannesburg – Proteas’ batsman JP Duminy has insisted that it will be folly to write off India after just one game following their series opening victory in the first one-day... read more »
Spain, Holland in 2014 Brazil World Cup `group of death`
Johannesburg – Champions Spain were drawn against the team they beat in the 2010 World Cup final, the Netherlands at the official 2014 Brazil World Cup draw ceremony in Costa do Sauipe on... read more »
