Syria women face higher risks, pay higher price Whether inside the country or as refugees, Syrian women have borne the brunt of the conflict over the last four years, forced to become the breadwinners of families which have been torn apart, while often facing untold abuses and exploitations.
Syria women face higher risks, pay higher price Whether inside the country or as refugees, Syrian women have borne the brunt of the conflict over the last four years, forced to become the breadwinners of families which have been torn apart, while often facing untold abuses and exploitations.
Veteran journalist tackles media bias, lies “It’s great to be back here,” said veteran U.S. journalist Jim Clancy as he sipped a fresh carrot juice at a cafe in Downtown Beirut.
Can Clinton learn from 2008 mistakes? Hillary Rodham Clinton says that if she pursues the presidency again, it will be different this time around.
Growth driven by lending: ABL chief Bank loans are the primary reason for the economic growth in Lebanon amid a sharp drop in foreign direct investments and unchanged capital inflow, the president of the Association of Banks in Lebanon said Thursday.
Growth driven by lending: ABL chief Bank loans are the primary reason for the economic growth in Lebanon amid a sharp drop in foreign direct investments and unchanged capital inflow, the president of the Association of Banks in Lebanon said Thursday.
Erdogan blames speculators, dollar for lira fall President Recep Tayyip Erdogan blamed an “interest rate lobby” of speculators for the Turkish lira’s slide and said he would discuss its decline with the country’s embattled central bank and the government’s economy czar.
Ruble rallies to 2015 high The ruble climbed to the strongest level this year as stabilizing oil prices and a cease-fire in Ukraine propelled the currency of the world’s biggest energy exporter to the best performance in emerging markets.
Casino loyale Lebanon’s Labor Minister Sejaan Azzi took to the airwaves Friday to declare that all has been forgiven on the Casino du Liban front. Nearly 200 Casino workers had protested against being fired – for failing to report to work over many years.
Casino loyale Lebanon’s Labor Minister Sejaan Azzi took to the airwaves Friday to declare that all has been forgiven on the Casino du Liban front. Nearly 200 Casino workers had protested against being fired – for failing to report to work over many years.
A Palestinian warning shot at Israel The recommendation by the Palestine Liberation Organization Central Council (PLO-CC) this week to suspend the two-decades-old security coordination with Israel illustrates the depths of meanness, desperation and irrationality that have come to define the broken relationship between the Palestinians and Israelis.
Bibi has his Peter Pan moment in Washington Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to the United States Congress was eloquent, moving and intelligent in identifying the problems with the potential nuclear deal with Iran.
Nejmeh title hopes dented by plucky Tadamon Nejmeh’s hopes of retaining their league crown were dealt a hammer blow Friday after Theo Bucker’s men were held to a 1-1 draw by lowly Tadamon Sour in matchday 17 of the Lebanese Premier League.
Nejmeh title hopes dented by plucky Tadamon Nejmeh’s hopes of retaining their league crown were dealt a hammer blow Friday after Theo Bucker’s men were held to a 1-1 draw by lowly Tadamon Sour in matchday 17 of the Lebanese Premier League.
What’s new in the Formula One paddock for 2015 Formula One starts a new season in Australia on March 15 with a number of changes to the rules and regulations, as well as new faces in the paddock.
Wozniacki survives first round in Malaysia Top-seeded Caroline Wozniacki atoned for a first-round exit last year by cruising past China’s Wang Yafan Tuesday at the WTA Malaysian Open.
Williams drops 31 as Tadamon take win Seasoned veteran and point guard Corey Williams almost pulled off a triple-double, as he helped Tadamon scrape past Champville 107-99 after overtime Friday in round one of the group stage of the Lebanese Basketball League at Dik al-Mehdi.
Dhoni, bowlers shine as India steam on Mahendra Singh Dhoni made a calm, unbeaten 45 to guide India to a four-wicket victory over West Indies Friday, sending the holders into the World Cup quarterfinals.
New bridal line ‘Sow’ debuts Tucked away in a Gemmayzeh side street, an old building played host to a silent wedding last week. Potted plants dotted the ground as lifeless brides and grooms dangled from the ceiling, but love filled the room.
New bridal line ‘Sow’ debuts Tucked away in a Gemmayzeh side street, an old building played host to a silent wedding last week. Potted plants dotted the ground as lifeless brides and grooms dangled from the ceiling, but love filled the room.
When in Paris: Kim Kardashian goes platinum for Fashion Week Kim Kardashian made a fashion statement of her own at Balmain's show Thursday, showing off newly platinum locks.
3 reasons Apple's watch will or won't change the game No one can argue that many Apple devices have changed the way people live their lives.
Mercedes CLA: Grandeur never looked so luscious One thing you can always count on in the automobile industry is that car models will keep getting bigger and more upscale with every subsequent generation.
Affordable ways to enjoy Maui, from beaches to scenic drives The perception of Maui as a destination for the rich is only partially true. Flights and hotels can be pricy. The only down season is for about two weeks at the start of December.
Austria’s up-and-coming red wines Germany is experiencing a red explosion, possibly attributable to climate change, with the result that riesling is no longer the only grape.
"Open Rhapsody" journeys into video Thick metal disks fly through the air, landing with a plunk in a pool of wet clay. Splatters of liquid radiate out from the point of impact like shrapnel from an incoming shell.
"Open Rhapsody" journeys into video Thick metal disks fly through the air, landing with a plunk in a pool of wet clay. Splatters of liquid radiate out from the point of impact like shrapnel from an incoming shell.
Harrison Ford survives crash landing When a man battles Darth Vader, Nazis and other evil-doers for work, what does he do for fun?
Tribeca Festival blends films, live performances in varied slate From a crime drama starring actress Glenn Close to an Arnold Schwarzenegger film about a deadly zombie epidemic to an expose of the financial crisis, the Tribeca Film Festival unveiled a varied slate of movies on Thursday.
Paul McCartney returns to Liverpool on new Europe tour Paul McCartney is extending a world tour with nine dates in Europe, including an emotional return to the Beatles' native Liverpool and a headline appearance at Denmark's Roskilde Festival.