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Basket-Abu Dhabi: Riyadi and Champville Launch Their International Season

Under the aegis of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, with the supervision of the Emirati Federation and the organization of al-Wahda in partnership with Global Active Sports, the second edition of the Abu Dhabi International Basketball Championship sets up in the indoor hall of the al-Jazira club. Eight clubs make up a cosmopolitan field. The games ...

Olive Oil 2025: A Harvest That Leaves a Bitter Aftertaste

In Lebanon, it’s hard to imagine a meal without a drizzle of olive oil. It flavors the morning man’oushe, enlivens salads, and graces every mezze platter. But this year, this staple of the Lebanese table risks becoming a luxury. The 2025 olive season is exceptionally poor, with serious consequences for both producers and consumers. A ...

Two Killed as Violence Flares in Morocco Protests

Two people were killed when officers opened fire on a group of people attempting to "storm" a police station in Morocco on Wednesday, state media said, as protests -- sometimes violent -- roil the north African nation. Demonstrations have convulsed Morocco for several days, urged on by the GenZ 212 group, a recently formed collective ...

US Envoy to UN Vows to 'Defend Every Inch of NATO Territory'

Washington's new envoy to the United Nations vowed Monday to "defend every inch of NATO territory" as he addressed an emergency meeting over an incursion by Russian fighter jets into Estonia's airspace. NATO scrambled jets after three Russian MiG-31 fighters on Friday breached Estonian airspace for some 12 minutes, triggering complaints of a ...

Giorgio Armani’s Legacy Shines Amid Milan’s Renaissance Treasures

More than 120 of Giorgio Armani's creations went on display Wednesday at a prestigious Milan gallery, mixing high fashion with fine art to mark 50 years of the late designer's label. Red-carpet gowns and classic suits displaying Armani's soft tailoring, neutral tones and exquisite decoration have been placed among masterpieces of Italian art at ...

The Allenby Bridge: A Vital Crossing Between the West Bank and Jordan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday ordered the complete closure of the Allenby Bridge, also known as the King Hussein Bridge, which connects the West Bank to Jordan. The measure, announced by Israeli Army Radio and confirmed by the Palestinian General Authority for Borders and Crossings, concerns the only official crossing point ...

Zverev Downs Racket-Smashing Moutet In Beijing As Gauff Digs Deep

Alexander Zverev sent off racket snapper Corentin Moutet on Sunday for a quarter-final date with Daniil Medvedev at the China Open as Coco Gauff kept her title defence hopes alive. The world number three from Germany kept his calm to beat the Frenchman 7-5, 3-6, 6-3 to set up a 21st Tour meeting with his Russian rival. "I'm looking forward to ...

Depardieu Sues French Broadcaster Over Report That Sped up Downfall

A French court was Thursday examining accusations by actor Gerard Depardieu that a 2023 television report falsely portrayed him as making sexual comments about a young girl. Depardieu, whose prolific film and television career includes 1990 comedy Green Card and Netflix series Marseille, is the highest-profile figure caught up in France's ...

Hamilton Beaming After Ferrari 1-2 in Baku Practice as McLaren Struggle

Lewis Hamilton beamed with satisfaction on Friday after topping second practice ahead of Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, his first significant sign of progress since he claimed sprint race victory in China in March. As the title-chasing McLaren duo, series leader Oscar Piastri and closest rival Lando Norris, ...

Attack on Texas Immigration Detention Center: Two Detainees Killed, One Injured

Two detainees were killed and one injured when a man opened fire Wednesday at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center in Dallas, Texas, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced. The assailant fired “indiscriminately” from the roof of a nearby building before taking his own life, the department ...

ABBA, the Eternal Celebration: 50 Years of Mamma Mia

There are songs that never grow old, choruses that stand the test of time, always ready to appear at a party, on the radio or during a karaoke session, as if opening the door to an old attic full of memories. “Mamma Mia” is one of those songs. This September 2025 marks a rare milestone: 50 years of energy, bright harmonies, hands clapping on ...

Badminton - Lebanese Interclub Championship: 1875 and Mont La Salle Top the Bill

An electric atmosphere, fiery shuttlecocks, and tense matches: the premier club competition took center stage at the USJ Mansourieh courts, with nail-biting finals and teams playing in perfect harmony. More than fifteen teams went head to head on the courts of Club 1875 – Saint Joseph University, in a well-oiled organization led by tournament ...

North Korea's Kim Open to US Talks

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says he has "fond memories" of US President Donald Trump and is open to future talks with the United States -- if he can keep his nukes. Kim met Trump three times for high-profile summits during Trump's first term, before talks collapsed in Hanoi in 2019 over what concessions Pyongyang was prepared to ...

Liverpool Crave Easy Win In Merseyside Derby As Arsenal Seek Man City Hat-Trick

Premier League leaders Liverpool will aim to cut out the late drama against Everton on Saturday, while Arsenal seek to prove they are title challengers against Manchester City. Arne Slot's Liverpool have made a habit of scoring late this season on the way to winning all four of their league matches so far. Their two main challengers, Arsenal and ...

Snoop Dogg to Perform at AFL Grand Final in Melbourne

American rapper Snoop Dogg said he was "in love" with Australian Rules football on Thursday, ahead of his performance at the sport's grand finale. The 53-year-old will take to the stage at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday, which will be jammed with up to 100,000 fans watching Geelong face Brisbane. "I've been coming to this country for ...

AI Actress Sparks Debate: Creator Defends Digital 'Piece of Art'

The creator of an AI actress who exploded across the internet over the weekend has insisted she is an artwork, after a fierce backlash from the creative community. Tilly Norwood — a composite girl-next-door described on her Instagram page as an aspiring actress — has already attracted attention from multiple talent agents, Eline Van der ...

Ahead of Trump Meeting, Israeli Minister Demands Army Keep "Operational Freedom" in Gaza

Israel's far-right finance minister on Monday insisted the military maintain "full operational freedom" in Gaza, ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's White House meeting with US President Donald Trump. Trump is expected to press Netanyahu to agree to his 21-point peace plan, proposed after nearly two years of ...

Justice Department Pushes Prosecutors to Investigate Soros Foundation

In a move hailed by supporters as a long-overdue step toward accountability, the U.S. Justice Department has directed federal prosecutors across several jurisdictions to begin preparing investigations into the Open Society Foundations, the powerful global network funded by billionaire financier George Soros. The directive, circulated by a senior ...

NATO to Hold Talks Tuesday on Russian Jets Breaching Estonia Airspace

NATO ambassadors will hold talks Tuesday on the violation by Russian fighter jets of Estonian airspace, after Tallinn called urgent consultations under Article Four of the alliance's founding treaty. NATO scrambled jets after three Russian MiG-31 fighters on Friday breached Estonian airspace for some 12 minutes, triggering complaints of a ...

Fall 2025 Bags: Textures, Shapes, Desires

In Fall 2025, fabrics and finishes are key. Quilted leather is making a comeback, but in softer, slightly puffed versions. Many bags mix it up: smooth leather, grained leather, croc effects, fuzzy finishes, or even touches of bouclé wool and knit details. This variety makes each bag a pleasure to carry, soft or textured depending on the ...

Paris Fashion Week Opens With New Creative Era

Shows by Saint Laurent and Weinsanto will kick off a hotly anticipated Paris Fashion Week on Monday, with a dozen brands set to showcase new creative directors following a major industry shake-up. The Spring-Summer 2026 season will highlight the recent renewal of top leadership within global luxury brands. The first Chanel show by Matthieu Blazy ...

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa Heads to US to Address UN General Assembly

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa departed for the United States, state media reported Sunday, on a landmark trip that will see the former jihadist address the United Nations General Assembly. State television said Sharaa was en route "to the United States of America to participate in the affairs of the 80th session of the United Nations General ...

Football: The Lebanese Championship Kicks Off Its 66th Edition at Full Speed

The highly anticipated clash delivered on its promise. In front of a strong crowd at Tripoli’s Rachid Karamé Stadium, Nejmeh came out on top against their eternal rivals, titleholders Ansar, winning 2-1. Ali Fadl quickly opened the scoring for the Manara side (12’), but Hicham Khalafallah equalized for the Greens just before halftime (39’) ...

Trump Announces Steep New Tariffs, Reviving Trade War

US President Donald Trump announced Thursday punishing tariffs on pharmaceuticals, big-rig trucks, home renovation fixtures and furniture, reviving his global trade war. The late evening announcement is the harshest trade policy by the president since last April's shock unveiling of reciprocal tariffs on virtually every US trading partner ...

Trump, Xi Report "Progress" on TikTok and Plan Meeting

US President Donald Trump hailed Friday what he called progress with Chinese President Xi Jinping, including on selling blockbuster app TikTok, and said he would visit the Asian power, which offered a more cautious assessment of their talks. The leaders of the world's two largest economies spoke by telephone for the second time since the return ...

Venezuela's Maduro Ready to Declare State of Emergency Over US 'Aggression'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said Monday he is ready to declare a state of emergency over the threat of US "aggression," following a spate of deadly US strikes on suspected Venezuelan drug boats. "Today the consultation process began...to declare a state of emergency in accordance with the constitution and protect our people, our peace, ...

Gauff Powers Into Beijing Semi-Finals And Date With Anisimova

Defending champion Coco Gauff brushed aside unseeded Eva Lys in straight sets on Thursday to power into her third consecutive China Open semi-final. The 21-year-old won 6-3, 6-4 and the world number three next plays US Open finalist Amanda Anisimova in an all-American affair in Beijing. "I'm happy with how I played today," Gauff, seeded two, ...

After Gaza, Eyes Turn to Hezbollah and Iran

Donald Trump has unveiled his peace plan for Gaza. The Israelis accepted it, and the international community applauded – sometimes hesitantly, but applauded nonetheless. The question now is Hamas. The group remains undecided. We are not immune to yet another historic misstep on their part – one more in a long series – that could prolong ...

Typhoon Ragasa: 14 Killed, 152 Missing in Taiwan After Barrier Lake Burst

At least 14 people were killed when a decades-old lake barrier burst in Taiwan, a government official said Wednesday, after Super Typhoon Ragasa pounded the island with torrential rain. The lake in eastern Hualien County—formed by a series of landslides that created a natural dam wall—burst Tuesday, washing away a bridge and sweeping into a ...