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Army Support Conference Delayed Due to French-Western Disputes

The planned conference in France, aimed at supporting the Lebanese Army, set for February 27, has been indefinitely delayed. Reports from Al-Akhbar newspaper attribute the postponement to disagreements between France, other European countries, and the United States. These disputes arise amidst ongoing conflict and uncertainty regarding a political resolution. Diplomatic sources revealed to the newspaper that France’s eagerness to spearhead …

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NASA Seeks ‘Martians’: Volunteers for Year-long Mars Simulation

NASA is on the lookout for individuals willing to experience life on Mars through a simulated mission within a controlled environment on Earth. This initiative is a part of NASA’s effort to prepare for future Martian exploration under the CHAPEA (Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog) program. The second in a series of three terrestrial missions, this particular simulation is …

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Tuchel Exiting Bayern Munich; Alonso, Klopp Eyed as Successors

Bayern Munich announced on Wednesday, February 21, that they will part ways with coach Thomas Tuchel at the conclusion of the current season, despite his contract running until 2025. Tuchel’s tenure at Bayern has seen the team struggle, with recent losses in their last three matches across all competitions contributing to their downturn. The club finds itself trailing behind Bundesliga …

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Rugby: Wales Set to Face South Africa Before Australia Tour

Wales is set to clash with the reigning world champions, South Africa, in a unique one-off test at Twickenham on June 22. This match marks the Springboks’ first game under the guidance of head coach Rassie Erasmus since their victory at the Rugby World Cup in France the previous year. In addition to this match, Wales, led by coach Warren …

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IND vs ENG: Shubman Gill Credits Pacers for Series Impact

Shubman Gill attributes the success India has enjoyed in the current five-Test series against England largely to the performance of their fast bowlers. Ahead of the fourth Test in Ranchi, which begins on Friday, February 23, India leads the series 2-1. However, Jasprit Bumrah, India’s leading wicket-taker in the series with 17 dismissals, has been rested for the upcoming match. …

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Scientists Uncover Potential Ninth Planet in Solar System

Scientists are on an intriguing mission to uncover a possible ninth planet in our Solar System, hinted at by the peculiar behavior of distant celestial objects beyond Pluto. These objects appear to be influenced by an unseen gravitational force, suggesting the presence of another planet. This potential discovery could significantly enhance our understanding of the Solar System’s composition, its origins, …

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Gaza Ravaged by Hunger as Cairo Truce Talks Resume

Intense combat resumed in Gaza on Wednesday, escalating the humanitarian crisis amidst a looming threat of famine. This follows the United States vetoing a U.N. Security Council resolution for an immediate ceasefire, arguing it could hinder ongoing negotiations for hostage release. Brett McGurk, a senior White House official, is in Cairo attempting to mediate a resolution with Hamas. The conflict, …

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Berri and Bassil Exchange ‘Positive’ Dialogue Messages

Parliamentary discussions between Speaker Nabih Berri and Free Patriotic Movement leader Jebran Bassil have been facilitated through a mutual intermediary, according to political insiders. Amid the ongoing impasse over the presidential election, Berri has emphasized the importance of dialogue as the key to overcoming the stalemate following Michel Aoun’s term conclusion in October 2022. Sources relayed to al-Akhbar newspaper that …

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Manchester United Sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves in Blockbuster Deal

Manchester United has officially completed its first transfer of the summer window by securing Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 26-year-old attacker has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club, with the deal reportedly valued at $84 million. The announcement was made on Sunday, June 1, through the club’s official social media channels. United had shown …

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Adolescence Hits No. 2 on Netflix, Surpasses Stranger Things

The British drama Adolescence has surged to the number two spot on Netflix’s all-time list of most-watched English-language series, surpassing Stranger Things Season 4 in total viewership. Released in March, the series has accumulated over 141.2 million views globally within its initial 90-day window, edging past the 140.7 million views recorded by Stranger Things during the same timeframe. This performance …

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James Gunn Unveils New Superman Posters for Hawkgirl and Green Lantern

Director James Gunn has released a fresh series of character posters promoting the upcoming Superman feature, the first theatrical installment in the newly restructured DC Universe (DCU). The images introduce several key figures in the film, including the Man of Steel himself, the superhero canine Krypto, and supporting heroes Mister Terrific, Hawkgirl, and Green Lantern. These posters mark the beginning …

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Trump Doubles US Steel and Aluminium Tariffs to 50%, Spares UK for Now

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order doubling existing import tariffs on steel and aluminium products from 25 percent to 50 percent. The measure, which takes effect on June 5, intensifies a series of ongoing trade disputes and places new pressure on global supply chains and diplomatic relations. The revised tariffs, enacted under national security provisions in Section …

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Israeli Navy Seizes Lebanese Fisherman from Boat

A Lebanese fisherman was detained by Israeli naval forces on Wednesday near the disputed maritime boundary off Ras al-Naqoura, according to reports from Lebanese media. The incident occurred in the waters along the southern Lebanese coast, an area frequently monitored due to longstanding tensions between the two countries. According to initial information, the Israeli navy intercepted a small fishing vessel …

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Report: US Acknowledges Importance of Aoun-Hezbollah Talks

A Lebanese parliamentarian with established connections to U.S. officials has recently conducted meetings in Washington, aiming to address American positions on the sensitive issue of disarming Lebanon’s armed resistance factions. The diplomatic outreach was reportedly coordinated with both Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. According to informed political sources, the MP used the visit to highlight the …

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