Why can’t Sikhs with beards join US forces?
By Arun Kumar Washington – An independent, bipartisan federal agency has asked the US defence leadership to explain why Sikh Americans wearing beards and turbans are not allowed to serve in the US armed forces. In a letter to US Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel, the US Commission on Civil Rights... read more »
We respect each other: Kerr on Bloom
London – Supermodel Miranda Kerr may have split from actor Orlando Bloom, but says they respect and understand each other. The 30-year-old, who is on the cover of January-February edition of Harper’s Bazaar Australia magazine, opened up about her friendship with former husband, reports... read more »
Over 90 high-profile guests to attend Mandela’s memorial service
Johannesburg – A total of 91 high-profile guests, including heads of state and government and 10 former heads of state, had confirmed by Monday noon that they would attend the national memorial service at FNB Stadium, Johannesburg, the South African government said. Kings, queens, princes and... read more »
Stage can be dangerous place: Mick Jagger
London – Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger says that performing on stage could be “dangerous”. The 70-year-old performed at the Glastonbury Festival with the band for the first time in June this year and he had to remain focused to avoid any embarrassing mishaps on stage... read more »
Grape seed extract kills prostate cancer cells
Washington – A new study by Indian origin researcher has revealed that the synthesis of the most active component of grape seed extract, B2G2, encourages the cell death known as... read more »
De Villiers confident of team’s skills to counter `batting heavyweights` India in ODIs
Johannesburg – Proteas captain, AB de Villiers is confident that his team has the skill to counter India’s hitters in the ODI series in Wanderers starting on Thursday. De Villiers... read more »
Poor sleep affects mood, lifestyle in extremely obese
London – Scientists have linked inadequate sleep to mood disturbances and lower quality of life in extremely obese people, said a study. “There was a clear association between... read more »
It’s like being in a horror movie: Javed Akhtar on back pain
By Subhash K. Jha New Delhi – Last month lyricist Javed Akhtar woke up to the most terrifying experience of his life – simply put, he just couldn’t move. It was due to... read more »
Modi ‘gaffe’ on Article 370 stirs hornet’s nest
By Sheikh Qayoom Jammu – Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi’s statement seeking a debate on Article 370 of the constitution giving special status to... read more »
