Source: Sky News
Security & Justice
Israeli Strikes Kill at Least Two Medics in South Lebanon
Israeli strikes on villages in south Lebanon killed at least two medics early on Saturday, the Lebanese health ministry said, as Beirut’s southern suburbs were bombarded for a fifth consecutive day.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Assurances Keep Beirut Airport Running Despite Conflict
Beirut Airport remains operational despite the ongoing conflict, with authorities implementing stringent safety measures to maintain civilian operations. While the facility has been spared direct attacks since the onset of hostilities in September, its hallways and terminals are largely deserted, reflecting the subdued atmosphere in a country grappling with uncertainty.
Friday, November 15, 2024
Opinion
The Challenges for Lebanon if It Gets into Bed with BRICS
Lebanon’s profound economic crisis has ignited a debate over the best route to recovery, with some voices advocating for a pivot away from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in favor of the BRICS bloc as an alternative source of support. Given Lebanon’s complex political structures, deep-rooted alliances, and economic challenges that resonate with those faced by BRICS countries, closer alignment with this emerging bloc appears increasingly plausible. Yet, a shift toward BRICS, while potentially appealing, necessitates a nuanced examination of both its prospective benefits and the challenges Lebanon would face in embarking on this path.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The Trump Transition Could Give Us Clues on His Plans for Ukraine and the Middle East
By electing Donald Trump president for the second time and handing his Republican Party a majority in the Senate, US voters have given a ringing endorsement to his vision to “Make America Great Again”. This is a movement that, among other things, combines transactionalism with a continued commitment to project Washington’s primacy on the global stage.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Sports
Alcaraz Beats Rublev to Open ATP Finals Account
Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey Rublev which boosted his hopes of reaching the semifinals.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Ecuador's Angulo, 22, Dies a Month After Car Crash
Ecuador international Marco Angulo has died at the age of 22 just over a month after being seriously injured in a car crash, his club has announced.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Saturday 15 June 2024 13:00:25
Former Arsenal and Everton Star Kevin Campbell Dies Aged 54
Former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell has died, aged 54.
He was admitted to hospital last month after falling ill.
Campbell was a title winner with the Gunners and a hero at Goodison Park after saving the Toffees from relegation in 1999.
Arsenal said in a statement: "We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness.
"Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time."
Everton said: "Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.
"Not just a true Goodison Park hero and icon of the English game, but an incredible person as well - as anyone who ever met him will know.
"RIP, Super Kev."
Campbell broke into the Arsenal first team in 1988, before going on to make 213 appearances for the Gunners.
He won the First Division, the FA Cup, the League Cup, and the European Cup Winners' Cup.
He went on to play for Everton between 1999 and 2005.
