Two suspected ISIS fighters arrested in south Lebanon General Security arrested two Syrians in south Lebanon with alleged affiliations to ISIS, the state-run National News Agency said.
Two suspected ISIS fighters arrested in south Lebanon General Security arrested two Syrians in south Lebanon with alleged affiliations to ISIS, the state-run National News Agency said.
Egypt court declares Hamas 'terrorist' An Egyptian court on Saturday declared Hamas a "terrorist" organization, a judicial source said, weeks after the Palestinian Islamist movement's armed wing was given the same designation.
UNICEF: Hundreds of South Sudanese boys believed abducted The U.N. children's agency says it believes hundreds of children were abducted two weeks ago by an armed group in South Sudan that is believed to have ties with the country's military.
Central Bank to crack down on shadow banking Lebanon’s Central Bank is contemplating new lending regulations in a bid to crack down on shadow banking, according to senior bankers who participated in a seminar held in Beirut Friday.
Central Bank to crack down on shadow banking Lebanon’s Central Bank is contemplating new lending regulations in a bid to crack down on shadow banking, according to senior bankers who participated in a seminar held in Beirut Friday.
Abu Dhabi’s Eagle Hills said building Egypt city Eagle Hills, an Abu Dhabi-based developer of international projects, plans to build a new city near Cairo with a large number of homes for low- and middle-income buyers, according to two people with knowledge of the matter.
FTSE at record high, Standard Chartered rises Britain’s top equity index touched a record high Friday, helped by gains in Asian-focused bank Standard Chartered and International Consolidated Airlines Group.
Support for a vital force Logistical and financial support to the Army is obviously vital right now, as it battles militants on the border with Syria, but it also crucial that it receives widespread backing from all sectors of Lebanon’s political establishment.
Support for a vital force Logistical and financial support to the Army is obviously vital right now, as it battles militants on the border with Syria, but it also crucial that it receives widespread backing from all sectors of Lebanon’s political establishment.
With Egypt, realpolitik over idealism is right The Obama administration’s decision to engage Egypt is “a case of realpolitik over idealism,” concedes one official. But it’s also the right policy choice.
Domestic divisions threaten the U.S. war on ISIS While the fight between ISIS and the forces arrayed against it rages on in the Middle East, another brutal battle is brewing in the United States over who is winning the war.
Ahed move six points clear at the top Ahed opened a six-point gap at the top of the table Friday after coming from behind to defeat Tadamon Sour 2-1 in matchday 16 of the Lebanese Premier League.
Ahed move six points clear at the top Ahed opened a six-point gap at the top of the table Friday after coming from behind to defeat Tadamon Sour 2-1 in matchday 16 of the Lebanese Premier League.
McLaren sure Alonso will be fit for first race McLaren chief executive Ron Dennis has insisted that Fernando Alonso should be ready to race at the opening Grand Prix of the season in Australia despite spending three nights in hospital following a crash in testing last week.
Federer, Djokovic to meet in Dubai final World No. 1 Novak Djokovic beat Tomas Berdych 6-0 5-7 6-4 at the Dubai Championships Friday to set up a dream final with Roger Federer.
Riyadi aim to avenge humiliating loss All eyes will be on Manara Stadium Sunday as Riyadi host arch-rivals Sagesse, looking to gain derby bragging rights in the regular season’s final round of the Lebanese Basketball League.
De Villiers smashes S. Africa to record win AB de Villiers confirmed his status as the most destructive batsman in cricket with a magnificent unbeaten 162 from just 66 balls to lead South Africa to a record 257-run victory over West Indies in the World Cup Friday.
Kendall Jenner struts for Fendi, Kate Mara cozy in Max Mara Shape and color engaged designers on the second day of Milan Fashion Week of womenswear previews for next autumn and winter, featuring shows by Fendi, Max Mara, Just Cavalli and Prada.
Kendall Jenner struts for Fendi, Kate Mara cozy in Max Mara Shape and color engaged designers on the second day of Milan Fashion Week of womenswear previews for next autumn and winter, featuring shows by Fendi, Max Mara, Just Cavalli and Prada.
Nimble 2-Series injects fun back in BMW If I’ve learned anything since we first introduced The Daily Star’s automotive fixtures several months ago, it’s that test-driving new cars would be impossible without the support of many people.
Reopened Zaarour resort aims to lure families A short drive from Beirut, perched more than 1,500 meters above sea level, the Zaarour ski resort is nestled in the Metn mountain range.
Nickelodeon unveils paid streaming service for kids Viacom Inc's Nickelodeon unveiled on Wednesday a paid streaming service for children called Noggin that will launch on March 5 for $5.99 a month.
Dominica adventure, Barbados relaxation “Are you sure this is the right way?” I asked, my leg flailing to find another crevice in the tree knots below me. Luca, my husband, responded with a grunt – not very reassuring.
Winter begs for a hearty stew A brimming pot of hearty stew is a gift in so many ways during the gray, bone-chilling days of winter.
Istanbul intellectual seeks refuge in "Winter Sleep" A middle-aged hotelier puts on a jovial face for his young guest, who’s arrived at this Central Anatolian village on a motocross bike. Aydin, the hotelier, asks the younger man what he does for a living.
Istanbul intellectual seeks refuge in "Winter Sleep" A middle-aged hotelier puts on a jovial face for his young guest, who’s arrived at this Central Anatolian village on a motocross bike. Aydin, the hotelier, asks the younger man what he does for a living.
Lupita Nyong'o's $150,000 Oscars dress stolen from hotel The $150,000 pearl-studded, custom-made Calvin Klein dress worn by Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o at this year's Academy Awards has been stolen, police said on Thursday.
Ed Sheeran wins best British record at top UK music awards Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran took home the coveted best album prize at Britain's top music honours on Wednesday for "X" at a star-studded Brit Awards show in London.
Modern Family producer talks shooting with iPhone For this week’s “Modern Family,” producers put down their expensive professional cameras and shot the episode with iPhones and other Apple devices.