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Southern Gaza was the target of Israeli bombings early Saturday, as the United Nations declared the region “uninhabitable” due to the ongoing three-month conflict. This war, sparked by the October 7 attacks by Hamas militants on southern Israel, has heightened regional tensions and shows no sign of abating as it enters its fourth month. The civilian population of the Hamas-governed …

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani announced on Friday his determination to terminate the presence of the international anti-jihadist coalition in Iraq. This statement followed a U.S. drone strike in Baghdad that resulted in the death of a pro-Iran commander. Sudani, whose administration is supported by Tehran-aligned parties, has previously expressed his desire for foreign troops to exit Iraq. His …

Rafael Nadal, in his first tournament after a year off due to injury, missed three critical match points and required medical attention during his quarterfinal match against Jordan Thompson at the Brisbane International. Despite a promising start, the 22-time major winner couldn’t clinch the match in the second set and ultimately lost to the 55th-ranked Thompson in three sets, 5-7, …

The lawsuit against Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s former partner, has brought to light a number of high-profile names in newly released court documents. These documents, pertaining to Virginia Giuffre’s case, reveal Epstein’s connections with a range of celebrities, including former U.S. presidents, foreign dignitaries, and notable Hollywood stars, such as Britain’s Prince Andrew. While some of these names had previously …

Germany advanced to the semi-finals of the United Cup, led by a stellar performance from Alexander Zverev. He first triumphed in his singles match against Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece and then joined forces with Laura Siegemund to secure a decisive victory in the mixed doubles. Maria Sakkari of Greece initially put her team ahead by defeating Angelique Kerber, a three-time …

In 2025, “Mr. Bean: The Animated Series” is slated to make a comeback with its fourth season. This next installment of the beloved animated series is a joint effort between Banijay’s Tiger Aspect Kids & Family, Warner Bros. Discovery, and ITVX. The upcoming season will feature around 11 episodes, set to be broadcast on Cartoonito and HBO Max across Europe, …

Lebanese weddings are renowned for their grandeur, vibrancy, and cultural richness, reflecting the country’s deep-rooted traditions and modern influences. For those curious about what happens at a Lebanese wedding, it’s a blend of ancient customs, family values, and contemporary celebrations. Pre-Wedding Traditions and Preparations The journey to a Lebanese wedding begins long before the actual day, with numerous pre-wedding traditions …

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is on the brink of executing a vital maneuver in its Aditya-L1 solar mission. Scheduled for Saturday, January 6, this operation aims to position the spacecraft in its designated orbit around 1.5 million kilometers from Earth. Aditya-L1 represents India’s inaugural venture into space-based solar observation. The mission’s goal is to establish the spacecraft in …