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‘Mad Men’, ‘Modern Family’ win Emmys but shocks abound

‘Mad Men’, ‘Modern Family’ win Emmys but shocks abound

LOS ANGELES, California: “Mad Men” and “Modern Family” won television’s top drama and comedy prizes again on Sunday but elsewhere it was out with the old and in with the new at the Primetime Emmy Awards. On a night of surprises that brought a slew of newcomers to the Emmy podium, “Mad Men” won best drama series for a fourth …

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Beirut hotel occupancy hits high during Eid

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

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

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

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

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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Amanda Anisimova vs Iga Swiatek Prediction, Tips, Stats and Odds: 12/7/2025

  Wimbledon 2025 will see a brand-new name etched into the women’s singles champions list as eighth-seeded Iga Swiatek takes on 13th seed Amanda Anisimova in Saturday’s highly anticipated final. It’s the eighth consecutive edition of the tournament to crown a first-time champion in the women’s draw, and both players arrive with their own compelling storylines and career milestones on …

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England Women vs India Women Prediction, Players, Standings, Odds: 12/7/2025

The fifth and final match of the series offers England Women a chance to salvage pride after an underwhelming performance in the fourth game handed India a 3–1 lead. With the series already decided, the hosts now face a crucial opportunity to end on a positive note at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Historically dominant at home against India, England now find themselves …

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Jannik Sinner vs Novak Djokovic Prediction, Tips, Stats, Odds: 11/7/2025

Novak Djokovic delivered a vintage performance to overcome Flavio Cobolli in four sets, booking his place in a record-extending 14th Wimbledon semi-final. The Serbian great will now face rising star and top seed Jannik Sinner in what promises to be a high-stakes showdown with Grand Slam history on the line. While Djokovic’s win over Cobolli showcased his enduring class, the …

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PSG Dismantle Real Madrid 4–0 to Book Club World Cup Final with Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain delivered a dominant performance against Real Madrid in the Club World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, routing the Spanish giants 4–0 in a statement win that sets up a mouthwatering final against Chelsea. With two goals from Fabian Ruiz and strong showings from Ousmane Dembélé and Gonçalo Ramos, the reigning European champions showcased their strength at the MetLife Stadium …

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Wednesday Season 2 official trailer: Jenna Ortega Series Set for Two-Part Release

Wednesday Addams is back—and this time, the stakes are higher than ever. Netflix has dropped the first official trailer for the eagerly awaited second season of Wednesday, and it promises another spine-tingling, darkly whimsical adventure through the haunted halls of Nevermore Academy. Helmed once again by the gothic mastermind Tim Burton, the new season will see Jenna Ortega reprise her …

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