EC official in Beirut for talks with Lebanese officials The European Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighborhood Policy Johannes Hahn arrived in Beirut Friday for talks with Lebanese officials.
EC official in Beirut for talks with Lebanese officials The European Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighborhood Policy Johannes Hahn arrived in Beirut Friday for talks with Lebanese officials.
Clashes in Egypt's Sinai after jihadists kill 30 Egypt's army and jihadists clashed in Sinai Friday, leaving two children dead, as President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi flew home early from an African summit after militant attacks killed at least 30 people.
Greek defense minister prompts Turkey to scramble jets Greece's new nationalist defense minister prompts Greece's perennial rival Turkey to scramble jets by flying over uninhabited islets off the Turkish coast that nearly triggered a war in 1996.
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- UAE beat Iraq to finish third at Asian Cup The United Arab Emirates overcame a 10-man Iraq 3-2 in an action-packed Asian Cup third-placed playoff
Football- UAE beat Iraq to finish third at Asian Cup The United Arab Emirates overcame a 10-man Iraq 3-2 in an action-packed Asian Cup third-placed playoff
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.
Djokovic beats defending champ Wawrinka to reach final Novak Djokovic beats defending champion to reach his fifth Australian Open final.
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.
Michelin no longer the bible for Paris's top eateries: food critic An American food critic has put France's famed restaurant bible, the Michelin guide, to the test -- and found most of its top Paris listings not worth their exorbitant prices, with lesser-known upstart eateries offering far better value.
Michelin no longer the bible for Paris's top eateries: food critic An American food critic has put France's famed restaurant bible, the Michelin guide, to the test -- and found most of its top Paris listings not worth their exorbitant prices, with lesser-known upstart eateries offering far better value.
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.
Saucy and scandalous? It’s so Brighton Briefly it was a hit on YouTube: a clip of chubby comedian Matt Whistler sliding down a snowy city street on a tray, naked and cheered on by his neighbors.
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.
Second baby boy for Shakira and footballer Pique Colombian pop star Shakira has given birth to a baby boy, named Sasha, her second child with Barcelona footballer Gerard Pique
Second baby boy for Shakira and footballer Pique Colombian pop star Shakira has given birth to a baby boy, named Sasha, her second child with Barcelona footballer Gerard Pique
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.
‘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.