Tripoli parking lot poor use of funds: ex-MP Former Tripoli MP Misbah al-Ahdab argued Tuesday that the construction of a controversial parking lot in the historic Al-Tal Square should not be financed using the city's development fund.
Tripoli parking lot poor use of funds: ex-MP Former Tripoli MP Misbah al-Ahdab argued Tuesday that the construction of a controversial parking lot in the historic Al-Tal Square should not be financed using the city's development fund.
Right-wing Israeli activist hurls juice at Arab lawmaker A right-wing activist threw a bottle of juice at a contentious Israeli Arab lawmaker and called her a 'terrorist' at a political gathering in central Israel
Petraeus pleads guilty to federal charge: DOJ Former CIA director and U.S. Army General David Petraeus has pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of unauthorized removal and retention of classified information, the U.S. Justice Department says
Masnaa Customs offices go on strike Customs clearance offices at the Masnaa Lebanese-Syrian border crossing went on strike Monday to demand better equipment and less bureaucracy.
Masnaa Customs offices go on strike Customs clearance offices at the Masnaa Lebanese-Syrian border crossing went on strike Monday to demand better equipment and less bureaucracy.
Mobily a warning as Saudi market opens Saudi Arabia’s second-biggest phone operator is bearing the brunt of a cleanup by the market regulator before the bourse is opened to foreigners for the first time.
Nasdaq hits 15-year high at 5,000 points U.S. stock prices rose Monday, with the Nasdaq composite touching the 5,000-point mark for the first time in 15 years, while the dollar hit an 11-year high on expectations the Federal Reserve might raise interest rates later this year.
Denying Israel atrocities John Kerry offered the usual type of spirited defense of Israeli behavior Monday, when he addressed the U.N.’s Human Rights Council.
Denying Israel atrocities John Kerry offered the usual type of spirited defense of Israeli behavior Monday, when he addressed the U.N.’s Human Rights Council.
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.
Nothing guarantees liberty like the rule of law In one of his last essays, the late, great historian Tony Judt asked what we should have learned from the last century, a period in which so many soldiers and civilians died in conflict.
Keita salvages point but Juve tighten grip Seydou Keita salvaged a share of the points for 10-man Roma in a 1-1 draw with Juventus that saw the champions retain their nine-point lead at the top of Serie A Monday.
Keita salvages point but Juve tighten grip Seydou Keita salvaged a share of the points for 10-man Roma in a 1-1 draw with Juventus that saw the champions retain their nine-point lead at the top of Serie A Monday.
Michael Schumacher’s son to drive in Formula 4 Michael Schumacher’s 15-year-old son Mick has outgrown kart racing and is moving up to Formula 4, a series for young talents.
Nadal ends title drought with Argentina win Rafael Nadal won his first title in nearly nine months Sunday, beating Juan Monaco 6-4, 6-1 to win the Argentina Open.
Rockets trump Cavs 105-103 in OT James Harden scored 33 points and LeBron James missed a pair of free-throws with 4.2 seconds left in overtime, helping the Houston Rockets hold on for a 105-103 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers Sunday.
Watson critics crank up heat after false start Australians might have been stunned by the collapse of their much-vaunted batting lineup in the face of brilliant New Zealand bowling at the weekend but the fall of one particular wicket was no surprise to anyone.
Dolce&Gabbana pay tribute to mothers Model Bianca Balta won applause of approval as she walked down the Dolce&Gabbana runway in an advanced stage of pregnancy.
Dolce&Gabbana pay tribute to mothers Model Bianca Balta won applause of approval as she walked down the Dolce&Gabbana runway in an advanced stage of pregnancy.
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.
Madonna rocked Nicolas Jebran blazer at the Brits Madonna performed at the Brit Awards in London last week wearing a blazer signed by Lebanese designer Nicolas Jebran.
Apple car rumors fuel Geneva debate The main talking point at this week’s Geneva car show is likely to be a vehicle that may never be built: the Apple car.
It's raining cats and tourists on a Japanese island An army of feral cats rules a remote island in southern Japan, curling up in abandoned houses or strutting about in a fishing village that is overrun with felines outnumbering humans six to one
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.
Jennifer Lawrence to play war photographer Jennifer Lawrence will star in Steven Spielberg's "It's What I Do: A Photographer's Life of Love and War," US media said Monday.
Pop icon Madonna announces dates for 'Rebel Heart' tour Madonna will begin an international tour to promote her new album "Rebel Heart" with a concert at the American Airlines Arena in Miami in August, her promoters, Live Nation, said on Monday.
William Shatner cannot attend friend Leonard Nimoy's funeral William Shatner cannot attend the funeral of his friend and "Star Trek" co-star Leonard Nimoy because of a prior commitment for a charity ball, the actor said on Twitter on Saturday.