Lebanon City turns demonstrations and life-saving lessons into fun for families

TONIGHT’S ALL ABOUT FAMILIES COMING TOGETHER AND LEARNING HOW TO STAY SAFE AND PREVENT FIRES. SO FIREFIGHTERS DON’T HAVE TO GEAR UP AND RACE INTO ACTION. TONIGHT IS THE OPEN HOUSE FOR LEBANON CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT. IT STARTS OFF THE WEEK FOR FIRE...

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat Follows Up With Lebanese Counterpart On Preparations For The 10Th Session Of The Egyptian-Lebanese Joint Higher Committee

(MENAFN- APO Group) H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, held a virtual meeting with H.E. Dr. Amer Al-Bassat, Lebanese Minister of Economy and Trade, in the presence of Judge Mahmoud...

Tony Shalhoub Explores Bread and Culture in New CNN Series

LOS ANGELES, CA — Tony Shalhoub, beloved for his roles in “Monk” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” is set to premiere his new CNN series, “Breaking Bread,” this Sunday at 9 p.m. Pacific. The show takes viewers on a global journey through the world...

Three Lebanese comfort food classics to warm you through autumn

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Reviving the spirit of education

Education is our identity, our promise, and the guarantor of a better tomorrow. Nations rise and fall with education, for education is not merely a preparation for life—it is life itself. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah rightly said, “Education...

Harout Bastajian, a Christian muralist, found his calling painting mosque domes

Harout Bastajian, a Christian muralist, found his calling painting mosque domes DEARBORN, Mich. (RNS) — A new exhibition at the Arab American National Museum in Michigan celebrates these domes and offers visitors an intimate look at Bastajian's...

Israeli Defence Forces Kill Hezbollah Air Defence Figure Hassan Ali Jamil Atwi In Lebanon

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) on Monday eliminated the terrorist Hassan Ali Jamil Atwi, who was described as a “key terrorist” in Hezbollah’s air defence system. The IDF carried out airstrike in the Nabatieh region of Lebanon. Atwi led the...

Lebanon’s Pretenders of Freedom

🔊 Listen to Post Freedom of expression is the last frontier of any republic. Once it falls, the rest — the constitution, the judiciary, even sovereignty itself — become ornamental words. In Lebanon, that frontier is crumbling under the weight of...

Israeli operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah: September 29–October 5, 2025

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted numerous operations throughout Lebanon against Hezbollah between September 29 and October 5, 2025. Activities last week were more intense than in the previous week, but overall, they maintained the...

Lebanese general 'sweeping every valley and hill' in search for Hezbollah arms

Lebanon's army on Monday presented its first report on efforts to disarm Hezbollah, a month after the cabinet approved the plan. The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) are carrying out phase one of the plan, which was agreed on last month despite all...

Thousands Join Procession in Lebanon in Honor of Humble Priest Up for Sainthood

Father Mrad was known as 'the apostolic hermit,' a title reflecting his unique balance of deep solitude and active charity. In Lebanon, thousands of Christians filled the streets on Saturday, Oct. 4, in a solemn procession honoring Father Bechara...

Furniture Line opens EMU Beirut flagship store in Downtown Beirut

EMU, renowned for its contemporary outdoor furniture, joins Furniture Line’s portfolio of affordable Italian luxury brands, including Natuzzi, Bonaldo, Kartell, Calligaris, Alf DaFre, and Unopiu. The launch event offered a lively, stylish...

Israel’s Ben-Gvir takes pride in mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists

Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, said he’s proud of the severe prison conditions and mistreatment of international activists detained from a Gaza aid flotilla, according to Lebanese news outlet The Cradle. Ben-Gvir...

Department Of Culture And Tourism - Experience Abu Dhabi: Celebrities Spotted At NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Courtside buzz matched the on-court action, with celebrities filling the front rows. American favourites included actor Patrick Schwarzenegger, model Abby Champion, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Award–winning actor Kiefer...

Expired milk in retail, bakery coolers: Lebanon County restaurant inspections, Oct. 6, 2025

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. READ: What do restaurant inspectors look for and can they close a restaurant? Gossert's Homemade...

Minister of Education Opens Arabic Language and Islamic Education Conference at American School of Bahrain

His Excellency Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education, inaugurated the Arabic Language and Islamic Education Conference, hosted by the American School of Bahrain under the theme “Bahrain Embraces the Arabic Language and Islamic...

Lebanese Label Aleen Sabbagh Charms Paris With an Enchanting S/S 26 Debut

Lebanese label Aleen Sabbagh just made its Paris Fashion Week debut at Hôtel de Maisons, and the show was pure couture magic. The Spring/Summer 2026 collection turned heads with sculptural silhouettes, dreamy hues, and meticulous craftsmanship...

Lebanese singer Fadel Chaker surrenders after 10 years on the run

Fadel Chaker yielded to Lebanon’s military intelligence service on Saturday, after spending more than a decade evading authorities over charges tied to his alleged involvement in the 2013 clashes in Sidon. The pop star, who recently returned to...

Qatar deepens its foothold in Lebanon, raising strategic questions for Israel

Qatar has officially opened a permanent office of its main charitable arm, Qatar Charity (Qatar al-Khairiya), in Beirut, marking a new phase in its growing presence in Lebanon and prompting discussion in Israel about the implications of Doha’s...

Pop star turned Islamist militant Fadel Shaker surrenders to Lebanese military after 12 years on the run

A Lebanese pop star turned wanted Islamist militant handed himself over to the country’s military intelligence service 12 years after going on the run. Fadel Shaker had been on the run since the bloody street clashes between Sunni Muslim militants...