Newt Gingrich appalled at ‘open marriage’ allegations during Republican debate
January 20th, 2012 - 11:13 pm ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
New York, Jan 20 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Newt Gingrich showed his dark side when he was questioned on his ‘open marriage’ stand with his second wife. Newt felt that the media and the ... Read more...
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Now, a ‘paathshaala’ for prospective ‘netas’
December 31st, 2011 - 1:33 pm ICT by IANS
Agra, Dec 31 (IANS) It is poll-time in India's largest state. And as election euphoria sweeps Uttar Pradesh, a coaching institute in Agra has announced a unique crash course - ... Read more...
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PM is honest but remote controlled, moans Anna (Lead)
December 18th, 2011 - 10:50 pm ICT by IANS
Chennai, Dec 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is an honest man but is "remote controlled", activist Anna Hazare said Sunday, urging people to start filling the jails from ... Read more...
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PM is honest but remote controlled, moans Anna
December 18th, 2011 - 9:09 pm ICT by IANS
Chennai, Dec 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is an honest man but is "remote controlled", activist Anna Hazare said Sunday, urging people to start filling the jails from ... Read more...
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Putin warns West against interfering in Russian elections
November 28th, 2011 - 1:16 am ICT by IANS
Moscow, Nov 27 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's prime minister Vladimir Putin has warned the western powers against meddling in Russia's forthcoming elections after agreeing to stand for president in March 2012.Addressing ... Read more...
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When Italian senate applauded likely caretaker PM
November 11th, 2011 - 10:04 pm ICT by IANS
Rome, Nov 11 (IANS/AKI) Mario Monti, who is expected to be named Italian prime minister, was greeted with a round of applause Friday as he appeared in the Senate a ... Read more...
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George Michael sings for Elton John’s charity
November 8th, 2011 - 1:43 am ICT by IANS
London, Nov 8 (IANS) Singer George Michael organised a star-studded charity bash to help raise funds for veteran singer Elton John's charitable organisation.The "Careless Whisper" singer took to the ... Read more...
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Simulated manned flight to Mars completed
November 4th, 2011 - 6:02 pm ICT by IANS
Moscow, Nov 4 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The unique Mars 500 experiment simulating a manned flight to the Red Planet has been successfully completed.The metal door of the spacecraft, sealed July 3, ... Read more...
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Axl Rose falls onstage
October 21st, 2011 - 8:51 am ICT by IANS
Mexico City, Oct 21 (IANS) Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose was left embarrassed after he tumbled on stage during a performance.The band was playing at Mexico City's Palacio De ... Read more...
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Bhattarai recalls his wedding in Delhi!
October 20th, 2011 - 8:23 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) On his first official visit to India as prime minister of Nepal, Baburam Bhattarai Thursday became emotive as he recalled his marriage 30 years ago ... Read more...
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X Factor: Top 32 Sing for Their Mentors, Part 2
October 17th, 2011 - 2:13 pm ICT by Angela Kaye Mason
Oct 17 (THAINDIAN NEWS) It was the second installment of the X Factor at the judges homes. The thirty two remaining acts were split into four categories last week, namely girls, boys, ... Read more...
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Woman gives birth on flight to Moscow
October 14th, 2011 - 11:22 pm ICT by IANS
Dushanbe, Oct 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A healthy baby boy was born on a Tajik Air flight from Dushanbe to Moscow, company spokeswoman Lola Kendzhaeva said Friday."Shabnam Rakhimova gave birth two ... Read more...
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Palestine applies for UN membership
September 24th, 2011 - 3:41 am ICT by IANS
United Nations, Sep 24 (IANS) Palestine Friday formally applied to the UN for its membership, Xinhua reported.The application was forwarded to the president of the UN Security Council, hours after ... Read more...
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Israel wants peace with Palestine: Netanyahu at UN
September 24th, 2011 - 3:16 am ICT by IANS
United Nations, Sep 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the UN General Assembly Friday that his country desired peace with the Palestinians, but this could only ... Read more...
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Palestine applies for UN recognition
September 24th, 2011 - 1:28 am ICT by IANS
United Nations, Sep 23 (IANS) Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Friday formally applied to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for the recognition of Palestine as a member state of the world organisation, ... Read more...
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Baby born on Philippine Airlines flight has no nationality
September 23rd, 2011 - 8:15 pm ICT by Aishwarya Bhatt
New York, Sept 23 (THAINDIAN NEWS) A child who was born in an Air Philippine flight does not have a nationality because he was not born on the shores of any country. ... Read more...
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Rare blue roses to be up for sale in US
September 16th, 2011 - 4:09 pm ICT by IANS
London, Sep 16 (IANS) Not naturally available, the mythical blue rose will be on sale in the US and Canada in November.Named 'Applause,' the rose is the product of a ... Read more...
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Ricky Martin performs in Paraguay
September 11th, 2011 - 11:56 am ICT by IANS
Asuncion, Sep 11 (IANS/EFE) Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin, back in Asuncion after 15 years away, treated his Paraguayan fans to a euphoric concert on his "Musica + Alma + ... Read more...
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Imran dances to ‘Sheila’ on KBC
September 6th, 2011 - 8:35 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Imran Khan grooved to sizzling number "Sheila ki jawaani" for a special episode of "Kaun Banega Crorepati" and he copied Katrina Kaif's dance steps ... Read more...
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Hazare to end fast Sunday, says only half battle won (Lead)
August 27th, 2011 - 11:15 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) After 12 days of fasting for an anti-corruption law that galvanized tens of thousands across India, Anna Hazare announced Saturday night that he will ... Read more...
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Let government remove me: Anna to supporters
August 25th, 2011 - 1:13 am ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Fasting Anna Hazare Wednesday asked his supporters not to stop police if they evicted him forcibly from the Ramlila ground where he has been on ... Read more...
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Stay away from violence, Anna tells supporters (Lead)
August 23rd, 2011 - 3:18 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Declaring that he was in good health despite his weight loss, Anna Hazare Tuesday asked his supporters not to resort to violence under any circumstances."Do ... Read more...
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Libya finds echo at Ramlila ground
August 22nd, 2011 - 4:54 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) The announcement that Libyan strongman Muammar Gaddafi's sons had been captured by rebel forces was greeted with a roar of approval Monday at the Ramlila ... Read more...
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What Anna does when he’s not on stage?
August 22nd, 2011 - 12:18 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) Well before he comes before the people every morning at the Ramlila Ground, Anna Hazare locks himself in a 10x10 feet makeshift room backstage and ... Read more...
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Give us our bill or leave: Anna to government
August 21st, 2011 - 9:44 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) On the sixth day of his hunger strike, social activist Anna Hazare Sunday vowed to continue his protest to maintain pressure on the government till ... Read more...
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Open for talks, says fasting Hazare (Lead)
August 21st, 2011 - 2:31 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) A day after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh called for "give and take" on the Lokpal bill, activist Anna Hazare Sunday said he was open ... Read more...
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Bell, Pietersen punish ragged India (Roundup)
August 20th, 2011 - 2:04 am ICT by IANS
London, Aug 20 (IANS) Big centuries from Ian Bell and Kevin Pietersen put England in command at 457 for three in the first innings after the second day's play ... Read more...
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A perky Jai Hind; a speech sans applause (I-Day sidelights)
August 15th, 2011 - 3:26 pm ICT by IANS
New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) Most people have got used to the rather dour manner in which Prime Minister Manmohan Singh delivers his speeches, except when he consciously chooses ... Read more...
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Obama blames partisan bickering for US woes
August 12th, 2011 - 12:14 pm ICT by IANS
Washington, Aug 12 (IANS) Blaming the political fighting in Congress for America's economic woes, President Barack Obama has asked lawmakers "put country ahead of party".Speaking from an advanced battery ... Read more...
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Ricky welcomes criticism from friends
August 4th, 2011 - 1:31 pm ICT by IANS
London, Aug 4 (IANS) Singer Ricky Martin says he doesn't mind being criticised by friends because their comments keep him grounded."My family and friends have always kept me grounded. I've ... Read more...
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Album is dream come true for Mexican singer
August 4th, 2011 - 11:59 am ICT by IANS
Miami, Aug 4 (IANS/EFE) Alejandro Lira is going strong on Spanish-language radio on the US west coast with his first single from "No me dejes solo", an album that marks ... Read more...
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Zeenat outshines Mahima at IIJW
August 2nd, 2011 - 10:18 pm ICT by IANS
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Even at 59, Zeenat Aman can put any youngster to shame. The veteran actress, who walked the ramp at the ongoing India International Jewellery Week ... Read more...
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Bell didn’t deserve a second life: Botham
August 1st, 2011 - 5:03 pm ICT by IANS
London, Aug 1 (IANS) Former England captain Ian Botham has said batsman Ian Bell didn't deserve to be called back by India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni after being run out ... Read more...
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Jolie honoured at Bosnian film fest
July 31st, 2011 - 1:23 pm ICT by IANS
Los Angeles, July 31 (IANS) Actress Angelina Jolie has been conferred with a special honour at a Bosnian film festival for her cinematic and philanthropic works.Jolie, 36, received the ... Read more...
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Obama repeats promise of immigration reform
July 26th, 2011 - 11:35 am ICT by IANS
Washington, July 26 (IANS/EFE) US President Barack Obama repeated Monday his commitment to immigration reform because of the pain caused by deportations, but the immigrant community demanded that he ... Read more...
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