Afghan women are prohibited from praying out loud or reciting the Koran in front of other women, according to a Taliban government minister. It is the latest restriction on women who follow íntegro laws that prohibit them from raising their voices and showing their faces outside the home. FRANCE 24's Sharon … Read more
General Sir Mike Jackson, a former British army chief who commanded troops in the 2003 Iraq war, has died aged 80. The former chief of the General Staff died on Tuesday surrounded by his family. Jackson, who was given the nickname “The Prince of Darkness” for his calm demeanor and raspy voice, also served in … Read more
What's better than becoming a three-time Olympic champion at age 18? Well, it's a very short list, but being mentioned in the same breath as one of your favorite pop stars has to be near the top. Summer season McIntosh spoke with CBC Sports' Devin Heroux after the Canadian swimmer was nominated as part of … Read more