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Most detailed image of ancient Universe unveiled

by Mariette Le Roux AFP Global Edition

Mar 21, 2013 11:31 EDT

A new, detailed map of the most ancient light in the cosmos has revealed our Universe to be about 80 million years older than thought, the European Space Agency (ESA) said Thursday.

Islamist hacks Femen Tunisia Facebook page

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 21, 2013 10:59 EDT

An Islamist activist on Thursday hacked the Facebook page of feminist group Femen's Tunisian branch and posted religious messages after images of two members of the group posing topless were published on the Internet.

Satellite maps oldest light in the Universe

by Mariette Le Roux AFP Global Edition

Mar 21, 2013 10:17 EDT

A new, detailed map of the most ancient light in the cosmos has revealed our Universe to be about 80 million years older than thought, the European Space Agency (ESA) said Thursday.

Most detailed map of Big Bang radiation unveiled

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 21, 2013 08:33 EDT

The European Space Agency (ESA) on Thursday unveiled the most detailed map yet of relic radiation from the Big Bang, revealing new data it hopes will shed light on the creation and expansion of our Universe.

DR Congo warlord 'to be taken to The Hague within days'

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 20, 2013 18:16 EDT

Congolese warlord Bosco Ntaganda, who turned himself in at the US embassy in Rwanda for extradition to the International Criminal Court, will be transferred to The Hague within days, the court's chief prosecutor said Wednesday.

ICC 'will not drop charges' against Kenya's Kenyatta

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 20, 2013 18:05 EDT

The International Criminal Court will not drop the crimes against humanity charges against Kenyan president-elect Uhuru Kenyatta, The Hague-based court's chief prosecutor said Wednesday.

ICC 'will not drop charges' against Kenya's president-elect

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 20, 2013 16:38 EDT

The International Criminal Court will not drop the crimes against humanity charges against Kenyan president-elect Uhuru Kenyatta, The Hague-based court's chief prosecutor said Wednesday.

Beckham, in Beijing, says open to playing on

by Neil Connor AFP Global Edition

Mar 20, 2013 15:08 EDT

Sporting legend David Beckham raised the prospect of one last stop on his global football journey Wednesday, refusing to rule out playing in China after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain ends.

US 'Rockefeller' con-man murder trial starts

by Michael Thurston AFP American Edition

Mar 18, 2013 19:10 EDT

A German man managed to pass himself off as a member of the storied Rockefeller family, "hiding in plain sight" for years after killing a young husband in California, US prosecutors said Monday.

Japan PM warns defence academy graduates of 'provocations'

By Staff Reporter AFP Asian Edition

Mar 17, 2013 03:08 EDT

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called on new graduates of Japan's National Defence Academy on Sunday to guard the country against "provocations" as tensions simmer with China over the sovereignty of an island chain.

Marimekko's women take '60s success into long bloom

by Pauline Curtet AFP Global Edition

Mar 16, 2013 14:57 EDT

Huge cotton prints drape the entrance of Marimekko's factory in Helsinki, instantly recognisable as the bold, iconic designs that took the fashion world by storm in the 1960s and remain the lifeblood of the Finnish brand today.

Brumbies' brilliant start sinks Sharks

by Monthati Molosankwe AFP Global Edition

Mar 16, 2013 13:37 EDT

A superb first-half team effort set up Brumbies of Australia for a 29-10 triumph over Sharks of South Africa in a surprisingly one-sided Super 15 clash Saturday.

Vivendi shares drop after GVT sale falls through

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 15, 2013 06:39 EDT

Shares in the French media group Vivendi fell by almost three percent on Friday after the US satellite television operator DirectTV said it was no longer interested in buying Vivendi's Brazilian telecommunications unit GVT.

Pilgrims wait for smoke after three votes

by Gina Doggett AFP Global Edition

Mar 13, 2013 13:06 EDT

Eyes were riveted once again Wednesday on a simple chimney pipe rising above a sublime Renaissance chapel after Catholic cardinals failed to elect a new leader for their 1.2 billion-strong Church in three ballots.

Rare Blue Note album under Paris hammer

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 13, 2013 12:29 EDT

A rare vinyl original of an album by American pianist Sonny Clark will be among the notable items on offer when a collection of more than 10,000 jazz and blues recordings is put up for auction in Paris next week.

Google fined $7 million over hotspot data grab

by Sophie Estienne AFP Global Edition

Mar 12, 2013 16:20 EDT

Google agreed to pay a $7 million fine in the United States on Tuesday for stealthily collecting data from private Wi-Fi hotspots in a mapping service slip that irked an array of countries.

'Canadian Psycho' in court for pre-trial hearing

by Michel Viatteau AFP Global Edition

Mar 11, 2013 15:41 EDT

A former porn actor dubbed the "Canadian Psycho" appeared in court on Monday for a hearing on whether a trial can proceed in the grisly murder and dismembering of a Chinese man.

From shark dodger to defender: a diver's sea change

by Celine Serrat AFP Global Edition

Mar 11, 2013 13:24 EDT

Once petrified at the thought of a deep-sea encounter with a shark, free-dive champion Pierre Frolla now travels the world to swim with these predators, describing them as majestic and much-maligned.

'Canadian Psycho' trial set to begin

by Michel Viatteau AFP Global Edition

Mar 11, 2013 06:33 EDT

The epilogue of the most significant Canadian crime story in years begins Monday in Montreal with the trial of Luka Rocco Magnotta, accused of slaying and dismembering a Chinese student.

Cardinals hold final talks before start of pope vote

By Staff Reporter AFP Global Edition

Mar 11, 2013 03:52 EDT

Cardinals will hold a final set of meetings on Monday before they are locked away to choose a new pope to lead the Roman Catholic Church through troubled times.