Hezbollah acts don’t represent Lebanon: minister Hezbollah’s individual acts do not represent Lebanon, Information Minister Ramzi Joreige said Friday, days after tit-for-tat border violence between Hezbollah and Israel along the border.
Hezbollah acts don’t represent Lebanon: minister Hezbollah’s individual acts do not represent Lebanon, Information Minister Ramzi Joreige said Friday, days after tit-for-tat border violence between Hezbollah and Israel along the border.
Jihadis shoot down Syria warplane: activist group ISIS shoots down a Syrian regime warplane that was bombing opposition-held areas, killing the pilot
African Union calls for 7,500-strong force to fight Boko Haram The African Union calls for a regional five-nation force of 7,500 troops to defeat the 'horrendous' rise of Nigeria's Boko Haram
Azzi fails to break deadlock at Casino du Liban Labor Minister Sejaan Azzi failed to end the standoff between Casino du Liban and striking employees over the expulsion of 191 workers, the head of a casino union said Thursday.
Azzi fails to break deadlock at Casino du Liban Labor Minister Sejaan Azzi failed to end the standoff between Casino du Liban and striking employees over the expulsion of 191 workers, the head of a casino union said Thursday.
Samsung loses battle of big phones Samsung lost the battle of the big phones last quarter as Apple’s copycat large iPhone lured buyers in the crucial Chinese market.
Saudi king reshuffles cabinet but keeps oil, finance posts Saudi Arabia's new King Salman ordered a cabinet reshuffle on Thursday but kept in place veteran Oil Minister Ali al-Naimi, Finance Minister Ibrahim Alassaf and Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal.
Wasting time in Moscow There were expectations that this week’s “Moscow forum” of meetings on the Syrian crisis would be a resounding failure.
Wasting time in Moscow There were expectations that this week’s “Moscow forum” of meetings on the Syrian crisis would be a resounding failure.
Counterterrorism takes a hit as Yemen collapses What went wrong for the U.S.-backed government in Yemen and what are the consequences for counterterrorism operations there against Al-Qaeda’s most dangerous affiliate?
Europe must look at itself as it fights jihadism He came from Algeria seeking a better life, anticipating an escape from poverty, oppression and hopelessness.
Football: Heavyweights collide in blockbuster Asian final Top-scorers Australia will try to unlock the Asian Cup's stingiest defense when they meet South Korea in a blockbuster final
Football: Heavyweights collide in blockbuster Asian final Top-scorers Australia will try to unlock the Asian Cup's stingiest defense when they meet South Korea in a blockbuster final
Ricciardo gets into top gear for F1 title battle Daniel Ricciardo reckons he can take one title off Lewis Hamilton this year – and mount a proper crack at the Briton’s Formula One crown as well – after being best of the rest to Mercedes in 2014.
Serena awaits Sharapova in grudge Aussie final Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova set up a grudge Australian Open final between the world’s top two players Thursday, with the Russian desperate to break 10-year jinx against her archrival.
Bryant out for nine months after shoulder surgery Kobe Bryant's NBA season effectively ended after he had surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder that will sideline him for nine months, the Los Angeles Lakers said.
Pole vault legend Bubka to run for top IAAF job Former Olympic pole vault champion Sergey Bubka announced Wednesday he is running for the presidency of world athletics body IAAF, taking on Briton Sebastian Coe in a battle between two of the sport’s greats.
Naomi Campbell steals show at Paris couture Singer Carla Bruni, actress Catherine Deneuve and burlesque performer Dita Von Teese were among regulars attending the spectacular displays at Paris’ haute couture week Wednesday.
Naomi Campbell steals show at Paris couture Singer Carla Bruni, actress Catherine Deneuve and burlesque performer Dita Von Teese were among regulars attending the spectacular displays at Paris’ haute couture week Wednesday.
Asteroid that buzzed Earth has a plus one The mountain-sized asteroid that made a close pass by Earth Monday has a small moon in tow, images released by NASA show.
From ocean to ocean, through the Panama Canal Nina and Fred Fenton have gone on 40 cruises, including five times through the Panama Canal since 1998, but they keep coming back.
Beaufort Castle: From military post to landmark When Israel invaded Lebanon in 1982, then Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon stood in front of Beaufort Castle and, addressing his soldiers, said the edifice had secured a front for his men.
Sometimes it’s best to say goodbye to your car For many of us, our cars are practically members of the family. And for some, they’re even akin to love interests.
Think roasted rack of lamb is too fancy? Wrong! Want to wow your sweetie on Valentine’s Day? One of the ways I spell romance is with a roasted rack of lamb for two. Most of us never get to enjoy this wonderful dish outside fine restaurants, but there’s no reason not to make it at home.
Something’s missing from the deck in Wild Card It becomes quickly clear in “Wild Card,” the latest vehicle for the hunky, brooding British action star Jason Statham, that his character doesn’t need a gun to maim or kill.
Something’s missing from the deck in Wild Card It becomes quickly clear in “Wild Card,” the latest vehicle for the hunky, brooding British action star Jason Statham, that his character doesn’t need a gun to maim or kill.
New York clinic that treated comic Joan Rivers sued over her death Joan Rivers' daughter filed a malpractice lawsuit on Monday against the New York medical clinic that treated her mother days before her death, saying doctors there posed for selfies with their sedated celebrity patient even as her vital signs were plunging.
‘Wise’ Bob Dylan gives album free to seniors Bob Dylan is giving away his latest album for free to select seniors as the 73-year-old rock legend says he is at peace with getting older.
Plot foiled: Sundance doc lifts lid on FBI stings The type of news item is all too familiar: U.S. authorities have foiled a plot to blow up an airliner, or bomb the Capitol, or kidnap the president. Something along those lines.