Solving problems for Afghan women and girls

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Solving problems for Afghan women and girls

CUPERTINO, Calif. — For a simple gesture, Ici Karzai, a translator for the American-led coalition troops in Afghanistan, makes a gesture that serves as a treasured reminder of the basic need for human dignity…

HBO’s ‘Succession’ is every bit as z

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HBO’s ‘Succession’ is every bit as z

In a world where shiny silver-bullet shows such as “Star Trek: Discovery” aren’t enough to keep viewers glued to screens, in 2018 there’s “Succession,” a story about one of the most dysfunctional families in…

8 faiths that empower women - and how your faith can

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8 faiths that empower women – and how your faith can

At the age of 68, Julie McDonald travels the world to speak about the perils of wearing masks of religious leaders. Appearing on the Alan Titchmarsh Show, Julie explained that “wearing a veil conveys…

Can you ever really abandon Black Friday?

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Can you ever really abandon Black Friday?

In years past, Black Friday was the shopping holiday of all shopping holidays: the one day when folks flocked to the shelves to scoop up good deals. But things have changed, of course, and…

This could be a chaotic day for commuters in the capital

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This could be a chaotic day for commuters in the capital

Update (12:20pm GMT): Victoria, Central and Jubilee are the lines to be disrupted, as part of a three-day rail strike by London Underground staff, the Network Rail industrial action and walking out of members…