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Jumblat Urges Adherence to Res. 1701, Armistice Agreement

Walid Jumblat, the former leader of the Progressive Socialist Party, has expressed concern that Lebanon is now embroiled in a prolonged conflict with Israel. In a statement made on the social media platform X on Monday, Jumblat indicated that the hostilities between Lebanon and Israel could extend for several months or even longer. Highlighting the recent surge in Israeli attacks …

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US Urges Israel and Lebanon to Halt Escalation

Samuel Werberg, a spokesperson for the U.S. State Department who communicates in Arabic, has made it clear that the United States does not endorse the widening conflict between Lebanon and Israel. Speaking on LBCI television, Werberg highlighted the U.S. efforts to encourage both nations to de-escalate tensions, adhere to the United Nations-marked Blue Line, and strive for peace. He underscored …

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Israel-Hezbollah Clashes: What’s New?

Israeli military aircraft conducted airstrikes on the peripheral areas of Houla, Mays al-Jabal, and Blida, following a previous day’s assault on Ghaziyeh, which is situated about 30 kilometers from the border and resulted in 14 injuries. On the subsequent Tuesday, Hezbollah launched an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed at the Ramim barracks, prompting Israel to retaliate with bombings on locations …

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Canadian Salty Lake Offers Clue to Earth’s Origin

A recent study, featured in the journal Nature, introduces a groundbreaking perspective on the origins of life on Earth, proposing that life’s cradle may have been carbonate-rich lakes on volcanic terrains, not the primordial oceans as previously thought. This hypothesis is inspired by the unique environment of Last Chance Lake, a shallow, saline water body nestled on volcanic rock in …

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Barbie Reigns at People’s Choice Awards 2024; Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Among Honorees

The 2024 People’s Choice Awards celebrated the year’s top achievements in movies, music, television, and pop culture, with the event held in Santa Monica, California, and hosted by Simu Liu. The awards ceremony was broadcast live across NBC, Peacock, and E!, from the Barker Hangar. The film “Barbie,” directed by Greta Gerwig, captured the title of Movie of the Year, …

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BAFTAs 2024: Hits and Misses at Film Awards

The 2024 BAFTA Awards marked a significant triumph for Christopher Nolan, securing his first Best Director award for the biopic “Oppenheimer,” which delves into the ethical turmoil of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the so-called “father of the atomic bomb.” The film, which explores Oppenheimer’s internal conflict over the catastrophic consequences of his creation, also clinched the Best Picture award. “Oppenheimer” emerged …

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All Star Game 2024: East Dominates, Sets Record with 211-186 Win

Damian Lillard’s stunning 39-point performance steered the Eastern Conference to a historic win over the Western Conference with a score of 211-186 in the 73rd NBA All-Star Game, setting a new record for the highest points scored by a single team in an All-Star Game. The previous record was held by the West with 196 points in 2016. Jaylen Brown …

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Japan Launches Space Junk Cleaner

Astroscale Japan announced on Monday the launch of a pioneering mission aimed at addressing the escalating issue of space debris orbiting Earth. The initiative, known as the Active Debris Removal by Astroscale-Japan (ADRAS-J), focuses on approaching, inspecting, and potentially clearing away remnants of space activities, starting with a defunct H2A rocket part launched by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) …

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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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