Source: USA Today
Security & Justice
Lebanese Army Takes Control of Heavy Weapons from Palestinian Camps
The Lebanese army has taken possession of heavy weapons from Palestinian factions across seven refugee camps, the National News Agency reported on Monday.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Interior Minister Announces Dismantling of International Narcotics Network
Lebanon’s Interior Minister Ahmad al-Hajjar on Monday announced the dismantling of an international drug trafficking network spanning Lebanon, Turkey, Australia, and Jordan, following months of intensive surveillance. The operation led to the arrest of the network’s ringleader and several members, and the seizure of millions of Captagon pills destined for Saudi Arabia.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Opinion
Can Lebanon’s Middle East Airlines Succeed with a Low-Cost Gamble?
Lebanon’s flag carrier Middle East Airlines — wholly owned by the central bank, Banque du Liban — plans to launch a low-cost subsidiary to serve destinations in the EU and the Middle East in what would be a welcome addition to the sector.
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Can Lebanon Prevent Losing Another Generation to Conflict and Despair?
When Sabah thinks about Lebanon’s turmoil and what lies ahead, she finds herself filled with rage and despair. While much of the world carries on uninterrupted, the lives of tens of thousands of young men and women in the country remain in limbo.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Sports
Man City's 115 Charges Outcome 'in a Month' - Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club expects to learn the outcome of the hearing into its 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month".
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Marcelo, Ex-Real Madrid and Brazil Captain, Retires from Football
Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo has announced his retirement from football, bringing the curtain down on a trophy-laden career that included five UEFA Champions League triumphs.
Friday, February 7, 2025
Thursday 9 April 2020 11:54:08
George and Amal Clooney Donate $1 Million for Coronavirus Relief; Lebanon Included
The Clooneys donated $250,000 each to the Motion Picture and Television home (where Clooney sits on the board of directors), the SAG-AFTRA FUND and Los Angeles Mayors Fund, according to Deadline, who first reported news of the generous contributions.
The couple also contributed $300,000 to international charities Lebanese Food Bank, Lombardo Italy Region and the National Health Service.
The Clooneys are the latest celebrities significantly pitching in – with their own wallets – when it comes to taking action to help others during the coronavirus pandemic.
