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Coach Moore hails Flintoff as role model for youngsters

England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff, who made a spectacular comeback in the one-day series against South Africa, has been hailed by coach Peter Moores as an exemplary figure for the younger players.7:02 PM on September 04

NSG sceptics say they are under pressure over India waiver

Six countries opposed to a 'clean waiver' for India have complained that they were under pressure to seek a compromise at the forthcoming meeting of the 45-nation Nuclear Suppliers' Group (NSG) here.7:00 PM on September 04

With Pietersen as captain, Boycott fancies England winning Ashes

Former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott is so impressed with Kevin Pietersen's captaincy that he feels England can now challenge Australia in Ashes series next year.7:00 PM on September 04

No official Georgian word on snapping ties, says Russia

Moscow, Sep 2 (RIA Novosti) Russia has not received any official notification from Georgia concerning the cutting of diplomatic ties, a spokesman of the Russian foreign ministry said Tuesday.6:33 PM on September 04

Abkhazia says no plans for new Russian bases

Sukhumi (Georgia), Sep 2 (RIA Novosti) Abkhazia, Georgia's breakaway region, will not host new Russian military bases on its territory, the leader of the region recently recognised by Russia as independent country said Tuesday.6:32 PM on September 04

NSG process making progress: US

Two hours after the Nuclear Suppliers Group here began its discussions on a waiver for lifting the ban on nuclear trade with India, the US Thursday said it was 'determined' to work with NSG countries for the exemption which is aimed at bringing 'one of the world's largest economies and largest democracy more fully' into the global nuclear fold.6:05 PM on September 04

Russia may suspend support to NATO's Afghanistan operations

Brussels, Sep 4 (RIA Novosti) Russia's envoy to the NATO has said that Moscow may suspend cooperation with the military alliance on Afghanistan over the recent Georgia crisis.6:04 PM on September 04

NSG begins meeting to decide 'clean waiver' for India

The 45-member Nuclear Suppliers' Group (NSG) that controls the world's nuclear fuel and equipment supply began two-day deliberations here Thursday to consider an exemption that will open nuclear trade with India.5:02 PM on September 04

Shah Rukh's 'Temptation' tour in Germany next month

Indian megastar Shah Rukh Khan is to tour his live show, Temptation Reloaded 2008, through Germany starting with a performance in Berlin Oct 17, promoters said Tuesday.4:02 PM on September 04

Pete Doherty collapses due to drug overdose

Troubled British singer Pete Doherty was revived by doctors after a suspected drug overdose ahead of a performance in Austria, according to reports.4:01 PM on September 04

Russia upbeat over no sanctions from EU over Georgia

Russia's top leaders were upbeat Tuesday in the wake of the European Union's (EU) recent refusal to hit the Kremlin with sanctions over its continued troop presence in Georgia.4:01 PM on September 04

Rare James Bond books to go on sale

A rare collection of James Bond novels - owned by the man who is said to have inspired the super-spy character - is expected to fetch $36,000 at an auction that began Monday.4:00 PM on September 04

Spears' mom reveals daughter's troubled past

Lynne Spears, the mother of troubled pop star Britney Spears, has revealed that the singer lost her virginity at 14 and started taking drugs at 15.1:30 PM on September 04

Queen Victoria's silk stockings fetch sexy price at auction

A pair of Queen Victoria's hand-stitched silk stockings - embellished with the royal crest - were sold for 8,000 pounds ($14,300) at auction in Britain.10:31 AM on September 04

OPEC crude oil price plunges five-month low

The price for crude oil produced by the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has plunged to its lowest level since early April, according to OPEC data released Wednesday.6:02 PM on September 03