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Beirut hotel occupancy hits high during Eid

September 3, 2011 0

Beirut hotel occupancy hits high during Eid

BEIRUT: Most of the hotels in Beirut and Mount Lebanon reported a brisk business during Eid al-Fitr but did not expect this trend to continue too long. “Our rooms were fully booked during the first two days of Eid al-Fitr,” the head of the reservations desk at Coral Beach Hotel in Jnah told The Daily Star. He said that reservations …

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Friends remember Lebanese historian for his generosity and storytelling

September 1, 2011 0

Salibi’s dedication in his field inspired generations of historians.

BEIRUT: Kamal Salibi, considered by many to be Lebanon’s pre-eminent historian died from a stroke Thursday at the age of 82. He rose to prominence with the publication of “The Modern History of Lebanon” (1965). Two of his later history books “Crossroads to Civil War, Lebanon 1958-1976” (1976) and “A House of Many Mansions: The History of Lebanon Reconsidered” (1988) …

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Biden tells China cooperation essential to boosting global economy

August 19, 2011 0

Biden tells China cooperation essential to boosting global economy

BEIJING: China and the United States share a responsibility for boosting global market confidence, Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping told visiting U.S. Vice President Joe Biden in talks Thursday that focused on shoring up trust between the two big powers. Xi (pronounced “Shee”), expected to succeed Hu Jintao as president from early 2013, will inherit responsibility for his nation’s vast, …

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Profiles of suspects in STL indictment

June 30, 2011 0

Profiles of suspects in STL indictment

Following are profiles of Lebanese reportedly mentioned in the indictment by the Special Tribunal for Lebanon. An STL delegation met with Lebanon’s state prosecutor Thursday, reportedly handing him a copy of the Lebanon portion of the indictment which includes four names. Mustafa Badreddine Mustafa Badreddine, the brother in-law of assassinated Hezbollah commander Imad Mughniyeh, is the prime suspect in the …

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China paper warns Google may pay price for hacking claims

June 7, 2011 0

China paper warns Google may pay price for hacking claims

BEIJING  – Google has become a “political tool” vilifying the Chinese government, an official Beijing newspaper said on Monday, warning that the U.S. Internet giant’s statements about hacking attacks traced to China could hurt its business. The tough warning appeared in the overseas edition of the People’s Daily, the leading newspaper of China’s ruling Communist Party, indicating that political tensions …

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Palmeiras vs Porto Preview, Prediction, News, Lineups: 15/6/2025

June 13, 2025 0

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup commenced with a high-profile clash between South American champions Palmeiras and Portuguese powerhouse FC Porto at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This inaugural Group A fixture on June 15 marked the beginning of the newly expanded 32-team format, drawing global attention as the two sides brought contrasting styles and rich footballing histories to the …

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Chelsea vs Los Angeles Preview, Prediction, News: 16/6/2025

June 13, 2025 0

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup commences with a Group D fixture between Chelsea FC and Los Angeles FC at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Monday, June 16. This match marks the beginning of the expanded 32-team tournament, which features clubs from all six continental confederations and runs until July 13. Chelsea Chelsea enters the competition following a successful …

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US Moves Mideast Forces Amid Fears of Iran Attack

June 13, 2025 0

The United States is repositioning key naval and military assets in the Middle East in anticipation of a potential Iranian response to recent Israeli airstrikes. According to two U.S. defense officials, the move includes the redeployment of Navy vessels with missile defense capabilities and other precautionary adjustments to regional force posture. Among the measures taken, the guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas …

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Kevin De Bruyne Joins Napoli on Free Transfer from Man City

June 13, 2025 0

Napoli have officially secured the services of Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne after his release from Manchester City. The transfer was confirmed by club president Aurelio De Laurentiis, who shared an image on social media of himself with De Bruyne, accompanied by a welcome message. De Bruyne, who is 33, is understood to have agreed to a two-year contract with …

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34-Million-Year-Old Hidden World Found Beneath Antarctic Ice

June 13, 2025 0

A team of scientists has uncovered a vast ancient terrain buried beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, offering a glimpse into a prehistoric ecosystem that existed over 34 million years ago. The discovery, made using satellite observations and ice-penetrating radar, revealed a remarkably preserved landscape featuring rivers, valleys, and remnants of forested areas that once supported plant life, including palm …

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Trump Urges Iran to Make a Deal Before It’s Too Late

June 13, 2025 0

Trump Urges Iran to Return to Talks Following Israeli Strikes U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Iran to reengage in diplomatic negotiations, warning of further conflict following a series of Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear installations. The remarks were posted on Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social, as regional tensions intensified in the wake of the attacks. …

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