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Samir Geagea, the leader of the Lebanese Forces, has expressed his willingness to find common ground on selecting a new president, but he emphasizes that this should be done through bilateral discussions. In a statement released on Thursday, Geagea responded to Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri’s comments on the critical necessity of electing a president. He asserted that such consensus should …

Four-time NBA champion LeBron James will be absent from the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to tendinitis in his left ankle, as announced by the club. The 38-year-old power forward had an impressive performance in the previous game, contributing 25 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists in a 124-108 Lakers loss to the Chicago Bulls. The …

NASA, known for its astronomical explorations, is also actively involved in developing and testing new engines and space vehicles. A recent breakthrough occurred on Wednesday (Dec 20), when NASA successfully tested a 3D-printed engine known as the Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE). This test was conducted in fall 2023 at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. During the …

Dorothy Shea, the outgoing U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon, has been engaging in farewell meetings with various Lebanese leaders as her diplomatic tenure in the country comes to an end. On Wednesday, Shea met with Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi. Following this, on Thursday, she visited Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea in Maarab. Reports indicate …

The ongoing Israel-Hamas war is expected to reverse Lebanon’s already fragile economy back into a recession, according to a report by the World Bank released on Thursday. The report highlights that the primary cause of this economic downturn is the significant decline in tourism spending. Since the Gaza conflict commenced on October 7, Lebanon’s southern border has been a hotspot …

Significant developments rocked European football as the European Court of Justice ruled against UEFA and FIFA regarding the formation of the European Super League (ESL). This decision has put both FIFA (the World Football Governing Body) and UEFA (the European Football Governing Body) in a challenging position, as they had previously blocked the ESL’s formation in 2021. The European Court …

The United Nations reports that over half a million people in Gaza are currently facing starvation, as the inflow of food into the besieged region remains insufficient amidst Israel’s ongoing intensive air raids and ground operations. Palestinian authorities announced on Friday that the death toll in the region has now surpassed 20,000, which constitutes about 1% of Gaza’s population before …

At the upcoming Berlin International Film Festival in February, renowned director Martin Scorsese will receive a prestigious accolade for his lifetime of contributions to the film industry. Organizers announced on Thursday that the 81-year-old filmmaker, known for iconic films like “Taxi Driver” and “Raging Bull,” as well as his recent work on “Killers of the Flower Moon,” will be awarded …