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Lebanon, despite its current hardships, is witnessing a spark of optimism. The third Middle East Clean Energy (MECE) conference is scheduled to occur in Beirut from May 8 to May 10, 2024. This event is a showcase for the forefront of clean and renewable energy technologies, illuminating the path toward a more sustainable future for both Lebanon and the broader …

Serbia is on the verge of securing an agreement to buy 12 Rafale multi-role combat aircraft from France, as stated by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic during his recent visit to Paris. This acquisition from France signifies a departure from Serbia’s usual reliance on Russia for military hardware. President Vucic’s announcement came amidst his discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron and …

On Monday, the Vatican expressed strong opposition to gender-affirming surgeries and surrogacy, labeling them as significant violations of human dignity. These practices were equated with abortion and euthanasia, being described as contraventions of divine intentions for human existence. The declaration, titled “Infinite Dignity” and spanning 20 pages, was the result of a five-year development process, recently receiving approval from Pope …

Researchers have been delving into the enigma of numerous volcanoes buried beneath the dense, icy expanses of Antarctica, assessing the likelihood of their eruptions. Unbeknownst to many, the continent’s western ice sheet is recognized as the most extensive volcanic area on the planet, hosting approximately 138 known volcanoes. This revelation came to light following a 2017 research effort that identified …

A fascinating discovery has shed light on a period when the Moon underwent a dramatic transformation, essentially inverting itself from the inside out. This finding comes from a recent publication by researchers at the University of Arizona’s Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, focusing on the turbulent history of the lunar interior. The study, featured in Nature Geoscience, delves into the Moon’s …

In the making of “Back to Black,” a film that chronicles the life of Amy Winehouse, Director Sam Taylor-Johnson was deeply influenced by the singer’s own words and melodies. This cinematic work delves into Winehouse’s journey to stardom, shedding light on her personal connections with family and Blake Fielder-Civil, her ex-husband. Arriving almost 13 years following the celebrated musician’s death …

The Lebanese Forces (LF) demanded a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the murder of their Jbeil coordinator, Pascal Sleiman, stating they would regard his death as a political assassination until proven otherwise. In a statement released on Tuesday, they attributed Sleiman’s murder to factors they believe are linked to Hezbollah, emphasizing the group’s unauthorized presence as undermining state authority, leading …

Caretaker Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi urged the Lebanese people to avoid drawing parallels between the murder of Pascal Sleiman and other incidents, emphasizing the importance of maintaining national security and exercising patience while the investigation is ongoing. Mawlawi assured that the investigation into Sleiman’s death is being conducted with professionalism and transparency. During an emergency session of the Central Internal …