Ras Baalbek stands united against ISIS The streets of Ras Baalbek, in northeast Lebanon, were eerily calm, intercepted at times by the sounds of the Lebanese Army’s military vehicles cruising by, the four-by-fours of Hezbollah’s Resistance Brigades not far behind.
Ras Baalbek stands united against ISIS The streets of Ras Baalbek, in northeast Lebanon, were eerily calm, intercepted at times by the sounds of the Lebanese Army’s military vehicles cruising by, the four-by-fours of Hezbollah’s Resistance Brigades not far behind.
Opposition backs Geneva communiqué Representatives of Syrian opposition factions meeting in Cairo over the weekend endorsed a 10-point document that emphasizes the Geneva communiqué of 2012 as a starting point for talks with the regime, just ahead of this week meetings on the Syrian crisis in Moscow.
Greek radical left wins elections A radical left-wing party that is demanding an end to Greece’s painful austerity measures won Sunday’s parliamentary elections, threatening renewed turmoil in global markets and throwing the country’s continued membership in the eurozone into question.
ECB shifts onus to leaders to boost economy Central banks have done their best to rescue the world economy by printing money and politicians must now act fast to enact structural reforms and pro-investment policies to boost growth, central bankers said Saturday.
ECB shifts onus to leaders to boost economy Central banks have done their best to rescue the world economy by printing money and politicians must now act fast to enact structural reforms and pro-investment policies to boost growth, central bankers said Saturday.
Retreat of Russian shoppers fails to dent DSF Russian shoppers caught in a currency crunch are staying away from the Dubai Shopping Festival this year, but visitors from elsewhere look set to make up the numbers at the annual retail bonanza.
Lebanon’s trade deficit widens in 2014 A fall in exports caused Lebanon’s trade deficit in 2014 to widen to 83.834 percent compared to 81.51 percent in 2013, the Customs Department said Friday.
Ill-advised targeting As promised, a Syrian rebel militia leader fired a wave of rockets and mortar bombs at Damascus Sunday.
Ill-advised targeting As promised, a Syrian rebel militia leader fired a wave of rockets and mortar bombs at Damascus Sunday.
In Davos, signs of profound economic worries A sign of the concern among business and political leaders in Davos, Switzerland, about sluggish economic growth is that one of the World Economic Forum sessions this week was titled “Avoiding a Centennial Slump” – meaning a downturn that lasts a hundred years.
Less humanitarian aid can create security crises The murder and mayhem caused by ISIS and other terrorist groups ruin the lives of those who must flee in more ways than one.
Arsenal progress as Cup shocks dry up Premier League’s Arsenal, Aston Villa and West Ham United reached the fifth round of the FA Cup as calm returned to the competition Sunday, ending a weekend which reminded spectators that David can beat Goliath.
Arsenal progress as Cup shocks dry up Premier League’s Arsenal, Aston Villa and West Ham United reached the fifth round of the FA Cup as calm returned to the competition Sunday, ending a weekend which reminded spectators that David can beat Goliath.
Agonizing wait for Schumachers and Bianchis Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has entered a second year battling back from a horrific ski accident that has left him a recluse in his Swiss home, his condition a closely guarded secret.
Nadal back to best, Kyrgios wins thriller Rafael Nadal looked back to his best after recent problems as exciting Australian youngster Nick Kyrgios won a memorable five-setter to reach the quarterfinals at the Australian Open Sunday.
Riyadi defeat Sagesse 120-118 in epic final Riyadi were crowned champions of the 26th edition of the Dubai International Basketball Tournament after clinching an epic 120-118 double overtime victory against arch-rivals Sagesse Saturday.
Irrepressible Vonn adds 64th jewel to crown Lindsey Vonn added a 64th jewel to her World Cup crown when she won a Super-G in St. Moritz Sunday, her last race before the world championships at home in Beaver Creek next week.
The show must go on for Paris fashion There was a subdued atmosphere at the first day of Paris Fashion Week menswear shows – which began in earnest following the French capital’s worst terror attacks in decades.
The show must go on for Paris fashion There was a subdued atmosphere at the first day of Paris Fashion Week menswear shows – which began in earnest following the French capital’s worst terror attacks in decades.
Tech barons paint rosy future at Davos Technological advances are to explode 10 times faster than even the Internet boom in the 1990s, top tech tycoons told the global Davos elite Wednesday, but also warned that security threats this year would be worse than ever.
Sand dunes, camels and clay castles in Morocco Following one of Africa’s most mythic, and historic, trading routes: The road to Timbuktu, lined with centuries-old castles, oases and the occasional camel-crossing road warning.
Les Petits Diplomates: etiquette for kids It was 9:30 a.m. when the course was starting and four boys and eight girls wearing nametags all swiveled nervously in their chairs lined in a “U” shape.
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.
The Chablis region offers increasingly promising wines The 2012 premier crus from Burgundy’s Chablis region are almost all on the market now, their quality testament to the ever-increasing amount of effort being put into the vineyards in this climatically marginal region.
Anne Hathaway on 'Song One,' producing and Catwoman After winning an Oscar in 2013 for best supporting actress in the musical "Les Miserables," Anne Hathaway is taking on a new challenge as a producer.
Anne Hathaway on 'Song One,' producing and Catwoman After winning an Oscar in 2013 for best supporting actress in the musical "Les Miserables," Anne Hathaway is taking on a new challenge as a producer.
‘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.
Filmmakers showcase virtual reality at Sundance Whether putting moviegoers inside the yurt of a Mongolian tribe, in the studio with a musician or in the path of an oncoming train, filmmakers are blurring the lines of reality for viewers at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.
Animated film brings Van Gogh’s paintings to life Danuta Roman is channeling her inner Vincent van Gogh.