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The United States has formally lifted longstanding economic sanctions on Syria, marking a significant shift in policy following the December 2024 ousting of former President Bashar al-Assad. This move aims to support Syria’s reconstruction efforts and alleviate humanitarian challenges after more than a decade of civil conflict. Policy Shift and Conditions On May 23, 2025, the U.S. Treasury Department issued …

President Joseph Aoun cast his vote on Saturday in his hometown of al-Aishiyeh, located in the southern Jezzine district, marking the conclusion of Lebanon’s four-phase municipal and mayoral elections. His visit to the polling station followed inspections of electoral operations in the nearby areas of Sidon and Nabatieh, where he emphasized the nation’s resolve to uphold democratic processes despite ongoing …

Chelsea will attempt to secure their first UEFA Europa Conference League title when they take on Spanish outfit Real Betis in the tournament final at Wroclaw Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 PM UK time. A win would make Chelsea the first club to complete the treble of Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League titles. …

As the Indian Premier League 2025 nears its final week, Gujarat Titans (GT) will square off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 67 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday afternoon. With Gujarat sitting firmly at the top of the points table with 17 points from 13 games, their focus now is to secure a top-two finish, …

In 2025, Netflix has delivered a diverse array of comedies that cater to every taste, from sharp satires to heartwarming tales. Whether you’re in the mood for a laugh-out-loud adventure or a subtle romantic comedy, this list has something for everyone. From star-studded ensembles to breakout performances, these films showcase the best of what Netflix has to offer in the …

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has emphasized that Trent Alexander-Arnold should be included in the club’s upcoming Premier League title celebrations, despite voicing disappointment over the defender’s training performances earlier in the season. His remarks come as the club prepares to receive the league trophy this Sunday following their final match of the campaign against Crystal Palace. Alexander-Arnold, who confirmed his …

OpenAI has taken a significant step toward reshaping the future of consumer technology by acquiring io, a hardware design startup co-founded by former Apple design chief Sir Jony Ive. Valued at approximately $6.5 billion, the all-equity transaction marks the company’s largest acquisition to date and formalizes its transition into the consumer hardware space. The deal was officially announced on May …

Despite posting one of its strongest financial quarters to date, Microsoft has initiated a major global workforce reduction affecting more than 6,000 employees, or approximately 3% of its total headcount. The layoffs come in the wake of the company’s $70.1 billion in quarterly revenue and $25.8 billion in net profit, underscoring a broader shift in strategic priorities tied to artificial …