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Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II made an unexpected announcement on Sunday (Dec 31), during a New Year’s Eve televised address, that she will abdicate the throne on January 14, transferring her duties to her son, Crown Prince Frederik. Citing her age and health concerns, the 83-year-old queen explained her decision to step down after a 52-year reign, making her Europe’s longest-serving …

Understanding Lebanon’s Legal Framework on Cohabitation Lebanon, known for its cultural diversity and historical richness, has a legal framework that is influenced by various religious and social norms. When it comes to the matter of unmarried couples staying together, it’s crucial to understand how these laws and norms might impact their ability to cohabitate. Lebanon’s legal system, which includes elements …

Mohamed Salah’s double helped Liverpool secure a 4-2 win over Newcastle at Anfield, extending Newcastle’s losing streak and placing Liverpool three points ahead in the Premier League on Monday. Despite Liverpool’s dominance, Martin Dubravka’s outstanding goalkeeping, including a save from Salah’s first-half penalty, kept the scoreline from widening. Salah, Curtis Jones, and Cody Gakpo scored in the second half, handing …

In a significant development, Israel’s Supreme Court overturned a major part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s controversial judicial reform on Monday. This ruling could reopen societal divisions that had been temporarily overshadowed by the ongoing war against Hamas. Netanyahu’s proposed overhaul, which led to widespread protests and threatened a constitutional crisis, was put on hold after Hamas militants launched an …

The US Navy is redeploying its largest warship, the USS Gerald R. Ford, back to the United States from the eastern Mediterranean Sea. This move follows the ship’s response to the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 and is part of a reassessment of global force requirements, as announced by the US Sixth Fleet. The USS Gerald R. Ford, …

On January 1, Steamboat Willie, the first version of Mickey Mouse, became public domain, leading to an unforeseen development: the release of a horror film trailer titled “Mickey’s Mouse Trap.” The film appears to have been in the works for some time, directed by Jamie Bailey and penned by Simon Phillips. The trailer skillfully combines original Steamboat Willie footage with …

The Gaza Strip experienced intense shelling and missile strikes overnight into Tuesday, following a warning from the Israeli army that its conflict with Hamas, the territory’s ruling faction, will continue through 2024. Since the conflict’s onset three months ago, the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza has reported nearly 22,000 casualties, with extensive destruction across the besieged area. Despite global calls …

Taylor Swift has eclipsed the legendary Elvis Presley’s record for the most weeks at the number one spot on the Billboard 200 as a soloist. This milestone was reached with the release of her re-recorded album “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” as announced by Billboard on Sunday. Swift has now tallied an impressive 68 weeks at the top of the Billboard 200, …