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Donald Trump Attends Unusual Gathering of Hundreds of US Generals and Admirals Near Washington
This is Beirut 30/09 06:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Donald Trump will attend a meeting on Tuesday bringing together hundreds of American generals and admirals from around the world, unusually summoned to a military base near Washington. No official has explained the purpose of this meeting, which comes amid a political tightening of control over the U.S. military, marked by troop deployments in ...
Seoul Warns North Korea Holds Enough Uranium for Dozens of Nuclear Bombs
This is Beirut 25/09 11:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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North Korea is believed to possess up to two tonnes of highly enriched uranium, South Korea's unification minister said Thursday. The North has long been known to hold a "significant" amount of highly enriched uranium, the key material used to produce nuclear warheads, according to South Korea's defense ministry. But in a rare public ...
Roaring Lyles Matches Bolt With Fourth World 200m Title
This is Beirut 19/09 19:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Noah Lyles matched Usain Bolt's record of four consecutive world 200 metre titles as he scorched to victory in Tokyo on Friday. Lyles, who won bronze in the 100m in the Japanese capital, clocked 19.52sec in what the charismatic American calls his "bread and butter" event. Lyles roared as he came through the line, raising four fingers to ...
Denmark Bans All Civilian Drone Flights this Week due to EU Summit
This is Beirut 28/09 15:49 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Denmark will ban all civilian drone flights across the country this week to ensure security as Copenhagen hosts an EU summit gathering heads of government, the transport ministry said Sunday. Mysterious drone sightings across Denmark since September 22 have prompted the closure of several airports, with Denmark hinting at possible Russian ...
Hamas Official says Group Still Needs Time to Study Trump's Gaza Plan
This is Beirut 03/10 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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A Hamas official told AFP on Friday that the group still needed time to study a plan for Gaza put forward by US President Donald Trump and backed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "Hamas is still continuing consultations regarding Trump's plan... and has informed mediators that the consultations are ongoing and need some time," the ...
Collectible Cars: Where Culture, Passion and Investment Meet
Christiane Tager 30/09 17:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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In a world where traditional investments fluctuate with economic and geopolitical crises, collectible cars seem to hold steady. They do more than captivate enthusiasts; they also attract investors. In the United States and Europe, auction prices are soaring, and museums compete for rare models. What about Lebanon? Between roaring American muscle ...
What Does the US 21-Point Plan for Gaza Include?
This is Beirut 28/09 17:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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At the UN General Assembly, the United States shared a 21-point proposal with a small group of Arab and Muslim countries aimed at ending the war in Gaza. According to Axios, the US proposals draw on various ideas discussed over the past six months, as well as concepts developed by Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner and former British Prime ...
UN Security Council Votes on Reimposing Iran Nuclear Sanctions
This is Beirut 19/09 15:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The United Nations Security Council will vote Friday on reimposing deep economic sanctions on Iran over its resurgent nuclear program. Britain, France and Germany -- signatories to a 2015 deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) intended to stop Tehran obtaining nuclear weapons -- allege that Iran has broken its ...
Milan Fashion Week Wraps with Bold Trends and Timeless Glamour
This is Beirut 29/09 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The main shows at Milan Fashion Week wrapped up Sunday after another season of standout dresses, flawless tailoring, statement leather coats, and luxurious handbags. Here are some of the key looks from the Spring/Summer 2026 women's collections: 1920s Chic Ferragamo designer Maximilian Davis revisited the roaring twenties with a lively ...
Depardieu Sues French Broadcaster Over Report That Sped up Downfall
This is Beirut 02/10 15:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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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 ...
Four Killed in Attack on Northern US Mormon Church
This is Beirut 29/09 05:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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At least four people were killed and several others wounded Sunday after a shooter targeted a Mormon church in Michigan, authorities said, in the latest deadly tragedy that US President Donald Trump called part of a national "epidemic of violence." Police in the northern US state said the shooter first rammed the church with his vehicle ...
New Revelations About Nasrallah's Assassination
This is Beirut 22/09 13:20 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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On the first anniversary of Hassan Nasrallah’s assassination, Israeli daily Yedioth Ahronoth published new details about the operation which it described as “worthy of a science-fiction movie.” The mission took place in September 2024, while Israeli fighter jets were heavily bombing Hezbollah strongholds in the southern suburbs of ...
Fade French Manicure: Fall’s Soft Nail Trend
Bélinda Ibrahim 21/09 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Fade French Manicure Nails Beauty Trend
A quick glance at the hands of influencers and actresses confirms it: the traditional French manicure, with its crisp white tips, no longer has the monopoly on chic. This season, a gentler, subtler version is taking the spotlight—the fade French manicure. At first, it looks almost invisible, and that’s precisely the appeal. The delicate ...
At the UN, Aoun Makes Case for Preserving Lebanon’s Unique Model
This is Beirut 24/09 01:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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In his address to the United Nations General Assembly, President Joseph Aoun urged the international community to recognize Lebanon’s vital role as a bastion of coexistence in a fractured Middle East. “There can be no development without peace, and no peace without justice and dignity,” he declared, emphasizing Lebanon’s ...
Lebanon's Half Measures Lead to Growing US Skepticism
Amal Chmouny 01/10 09:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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As Lebanese leaders continue to implement half measures that fail to address pressing issues decisively, voices in Washington are increasingly questioning the US's support for Beirut. The context is troubling. From across the Atlantic, it is clear that Lebanese officials have yet to confront their fear of a "weak and defeated" Hezbollah, while the ...
Zelensky Says NATO Membership Not Automatic Protection, Praises Trump after Shift
This is Beirut 24/09 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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President Volodymyr Zelensky cast doubt Wednesday on NATO's ability to guarantee Ukraine's security but praised Donald Trump after the US president unexpectedly flip-flopped to say he thinks Russia can be defeated. Addressing the United Nations, Zelensky suggested that even NATO membership, which Trump has ruled out for Ukraine, might not be ...
Israel Army says will Use 'Unprecedented force' in Gaza City
This is Beirut 19/09 13:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The Israeli military warned on Friday it will operate with "unprecedented force" in Gaza City, urging residents to flee southwards while announcing the closure of a temporary evacuation route opened 48 hours earlier. Israel's bid to capture Gaza City has sparked international outrage, with the territory already devastated by nearly two years of ...
Abu Dhabi 2025: Riyadi Overturns Champville and Heads to the Final
Makram Haddad 09:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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At the Abu Dhabi International Basketball Championship, the Lebanese derby lived up to expectations in the semifinal: Riyadi dominated Champville 97–83 after a one-sided finish. Earlier in the tournament, Riyadi had cruised through the group stage against Al Dhafra (114–81) and TNT (94–53), while Champville impressed with a blowout against ...
‘American Gigolo:’ The Film That Put Giorgio Armani on the Map
Bélinda Ibrahim 23/09 19:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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In 1980, America discovered American Gigolo and its protagonist, Julian Kaye, portrayed by Richard Gere. His silhouette, sculpted by the California light, moves through his modern apartment and pauses before an endless wardrobe. It is not just a display of suits. In every movement and every choice of jacket or shirt, there is something new, a ...
Tony Blair: Former UK Premier Central to Trump's Gaza Plan
This is Beirut 30/09 19:24 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Tony Blair, Britain's former Prime minister whose legacy was heavily tarnished by the 2003 war in Iraq, has long been a contentious figure in the Middle East and beyond. His potentially leading role in Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza will likely do little to change that. Blair, 72, who is set to sit on the board of a proposed international ...
Love and Loss Lead the Way on the 2025 Booker Prize Shortlist
This is Beirut 24/09 17:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Three authors writing about love and loss have made the Booker Prize shortlist for the first time, among the six chosen as contenders for this year's prestigious award. The works explore "the ties that bind families together, and the moments of crisis that can pull them apart," the prize organizers said late Tuesday. The shortlist ...
Demna Debuts Gucci Collection, Igniting New Era in Milan
This is Beirut 23/09 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Maverick Georgian designer Demna makes his debut for Gucci at Milan Fashion Week on Tuesday with a film featuring a family of Italian characters bursting with attitude, as the house pledged a "new era" in its history. The 44-year-old took over at Gucci in July after a decade at fellow Kering brand Balenciaga, tasked with helping reverse falling ...
Notre-Dame’s Twin Towers Reopen: A New Chapter in Parisian Heritage
This is Beirut 19/09 17:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday reopened the two great medieval towers of the Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris for public visits, one of the final steps in its immense reconstruction following a devastating fire. The inauguration of the restored towers by Macron, who has spearheaded reconstruction efforts since the April 15, 2019 fire, ...
Nuclear Issue: Giving Up Uranium Enrichment, a Red Line for Iran
This is Beirut 24/09 17:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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“We will not yield,” said Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, rejecting any compromise on uranium enrichment, a major point of contention with Western countries over Iran’s nuclear program. AFP reviews Tehran’s firm stance just days before a possible return of UN sanctions against Iran. Why does Tehran insist on ...
Building Modern, Accessible Digital Finance for All
Liliane Mokbel 03/10 16:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Economy Lebanon Yassine Jaber Finance Taxes Digital
At a press conference on Friday at the Ministry’s headquarters, Finance Minister Yassine Jaber unveiled a roadmap to establish a digital financial administration that is efficient, transparent and citizen-focused. This transformation is built around four key pillars: Electronic Notifications Registered taxpayers now receive all official ...
Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh’s Gold Bracelet Melted, Sold Cheaply
This is Beirut 19/09 16:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Egyptian police said on Thursday they arrested a museum employee and three alleged accomplices after a priceless ancient gold bracelet was stolen from Cairo's Egyptian Museum, sold for about $4,000, and then melted down. The 3,000-year-old bracelet, a gold band adorned with lapis lazuli beads, dated back to the reign of Amenemope, a pharaoh of ...
The Controversy and Potential Behind Jaden Smith’s Rise at Christian Louboutin
This is Beirut 18/09 18:10 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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French fashion icon Christian Louboutin's decision to name Will Smith's son Jaden as his chief menswear designer is a bold choice that took the industry by surprise, and stirred up fresh allegations of "nepo-baby" favoritism. When not following in the footsteps of his famous father into acting and rap music, 27-year-old Smith ...
Iran’s Top General Warns of “Strategic Surprises” Amid Sacred Defense Week
This is Beirut 22/09 20:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, issued a stern warning on Monday, asserting that the country is prepared to deliver “strategic surprises” in response to any attack. In a message marking the commencement of Sacred Defense Week, he emphasized Iran’s growing deterrent capabilities and stated ...
Rayo Vallecano: A Madrid Spark for Lebanese Karim Jaafar
Makram Haddad 24/09 18:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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A Deal That Changes Scale Captain of the youth categories at al-Safa and product of the Tawfir Project, Karim Jaafar takes a major step: joining Rayo's Juvenil squad means entering a championship where competition wears down even the toughest players and where every minute counts to go pro. This transfer is nothing like a throw of the dice; it ...
After Gaza, Eyes Turn to Hezbollah and Iran
Marc Saikali 02/10 08:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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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 ...