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'Not a Celebration:' Soldiers on the Ukrainian Frontline React to Third War Commemoration
'Not a Celebration:' Soldiers on the Ukrainian Frontline React to Third War Commemoration

On the third commemoration of Russia's invasion, Ukrainian soldiers on the frontline share their thoughts on the war. The three-year-long conflict was sparked by the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. “Another year of pain, another year of remembering those guys who are gone. Not a celebration at all. No celebration,” says a ...

Positive Atmosphere Marks First Half of Parliamentary Session
Positive Atmosphere Marks First Half of Parliamentary Session

The first round of the confidence debate has concluded. On Tuesday, Parliament gathered for a two‐day plenary session, with around 75 parliamentarians set to speak and vote on whether to grant confidence to the new government, known as the “rescue and reform government.” For the cabinet to commence work, it must secure the ...

Lebanon in the Grip of Polar Low 'Adam'
Lebanon in the Grip of Polar Low 'Adam'

Lebanon and the eastern Mediterranean basin were hit by a low-pressure system of polar air dubbed “Adam,” leading to a significant drop in temperatures, especially on Saturday and Sunday. The mountains and coasts were decked out in a blanket of white, a long-awaited sight for the Lebanese. Snow will reach 400 meters, mainly in the north, with ...

Beirut Musicians’ Revival of Mozart’s Requiem
Beirut Musicians’ Revival of Mozart’s Requiem

Conducted by Maestro Dr. Lubnan Baalbaki, the Lebanese National Philharmonic Orchestra dazzled music lovers with the haunting beauty of Mozart’s Requiem.  Accompanied by the NDU choir, led by Father Khalil Rahme and the outstanding Soprano Marie-Josée Matar, Mezzo-Soprano Axelle Saint-Cirel, Tenor Bechara Moufarrej and Baritone Shady Torbey, ...