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Hezbollah announced on Sunday its retaliation against Israel by launching numerous rockets towards northern Israel, following Israeli airstrikes that killed five in southern Lebanon the previous day, including three Hezbollah members. This exchange of fire between Hezbollah, a supporter of Hamas, and Israel has been ongoing almost daily since the Israel-Hamas conflict began on October 7. The group stated it …

This week in Beirut, a senior official from the U.S. Treasury emphasized the importance of preventing funds from being channeled to Hamas through Lebanon, according to officials. Jesse Baker, serving as the deputy assistant secretary of the Treasury for Asia and the Middle East within the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, engaged in discussions with Lebanese politicians and …

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced his intention to bring forward a proposal for Spain’s parliament to officially recognize Palestine as a state. Sánchez, driven by a strong sense of moral duty and the pursuit of justice, believes that recognizing Palestine is crucial for achieving lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. This move aligns Sánchez with other European leaders who …

President Joe Biden recently shared his perspective that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might be causing more harm than benefit to Israel with his current approach to the conflict with Hamas in Gaza. While Biden reaffirmed support for Israel’s right to defend itself following the October 7 attack by Hamas, he voiced concerns over Netanyahu’s handling of civilian casualties resulting …

A U.S. Army ship, laden with materials for constructing a temporary dock in Gaza, embarked towards the Mediterranean, following President Joe Biden’s announcement to enhance aid deliveries by sea to the beleaguered region, where a vast number of Palestinians face hunger. This development, along with aerial aid from the U.S., Jordan, and others, signifies a growing concern for Gaza’s humanitarian …

The connection between Miss Lebanon and Miss Universe is a topic of interest for many who follow international beauty pageants. Miss Lebanon’s Participation in Miss Universe has always been a point of pride for the country. Throughout the history of Miss Universe, several Miss Lebanon winners have graced the stage, showcasing not just beauty but also the rich culture and …

Australian researchers have introduced a groundbreaking ‘water battery’ technology, which stands out by not using a flammable electrolyte, offering a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries for storing renewable energy. Professor Tianyi Ma from RMIT University, the project’s lead, explains that these are aqueous metal-ion batteries, essentially water batteries, which are constructed from three basic components: …

In October 2024, NASA will launch the Europa Clipper mission, aiming to investigate Jupiter’s moon Europa, which shows promising signs of an underground ocean. This mission, however, is not just a scientific endeavor; it’s also a vessel for human hopes and dreams, encapsulating a message intended to represent humanity’s achievements and aspirations in the realms of science, technology, education, art, …