Lebanese Deputies Nominate Former IMF Official Jihad Azour for Presidency After 7 Months of Vacancy
After more than seven months of presidential vacancy, 32 Lebanese deputies announced Sunday the nomination of an official in the International Monetary Fund, former minister Jihad Azour, for the presidency. Since the end of former President Michel Aoun’s term at the end of October, the Lebanese parliament has failed for 11 sessions to elect a […]
Lebanese Judiciary Decides on Interpol Memo Against BDL Governor Riad Salameh: Updates on French and German Arrest Warrants and Legal Actions
The Lebanese judiciary decided its matter in the case of the international Interpol memorandum issued against the Governor of the Banque du Liban, Riad Salameh, at the request of the French judiciary. As expected, the discriminatory attorney general, Judge Imad Qablan, released him, left him under investigation, prevented him from traveling, and confiscated his French […]
“The Largest Cosmic Explosion Ever Recorded: AT2021LWX”
Astronomers announced Friday the discovery of the “largest” cosmic explosion ever recorded, a ball of energy 100 times the size of our solar system that suddenly ignited three years ago. Although scientists have a new explanation to explain the cause of this phenomenon, they stress the need for further research to find clearer details. Dubbed […]
“Grip Strength and Mobility Tests May Predict Risk of Dementia, Study Reveals”
A new study reveals that simple tests that assess grip strength and mobility can predict people’s risk of developing health factors associated with aging such as dementia. Previous studies have shown that as people get older, they generally tend to lose muscle tone and move more slowly. read more This section contains related articles, placed […]
Thousands of UK Children with Mental Illnesses Treated in Unsuitable Hospital Wards
Shocking new data in the UK has revealed that thousands of children with mental illnesses are being treated in unsuitable public hospital wards, where some have had to stay for more than a year, and staff are not properly trained to look after them. New figures revealed by The Independent show that at least 2,838 […]
“The Disciplinary Council for Judges in Lebanon dismisses Judge Ghada Aoun for investigating major corruption files”
The Disciplinary Council for Judges in Lebanon dismisses Judge Ghada Aoun I investigated major corruption files Thursday – Shawwal 14, 1444 AH – May 04, 2023 AD The Public Prosecutor of Mount Lebanon, Judge Ghada Aoun (Reuters) Beirut: «Asharq Al-Awsat» The Disciplinary Council of Judges decided to dismiss the Public Prosecutor in Mount Lebanon, Judge […]
Leadership Presence Expected at Upcoming Arab Summit in Jeddah
Expect a large leadership presence at the next Arab summit The Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, said that he “does not know whether Syria will return to the Arab League or not,” and that “in his capacity as Secretary-General of the League, he did not receive any letters stating that […]
Jordan Holds Consultation Meetings with Arab Countries on Syria’s Return to the Arab League
Amman: Muhammad Khair Al-Rawashdeh – Damascus: Asharq Al-Awsat Jordan launched a series of contacts with Arab countries the day after it hosted a meeting to discuss the possibility of Syria’s return to the Arab League and its participation in the next summit to be held in Saudi Arabia this month. Jordanian sources told Asharq Al-Awsat […]
Lebanon’s Ministry of Interior Launches Survey Campaign to Control Displaced Syrians Amid Calls to “Deport” Illegal Residents
Amid calls to “deport” illegal residents The Lebanese Ministry of Interior launched a national survey campaign to enumerate and register the displaced Syrians, as part of new procedures to control their work and identify those who are legally in Lebanon. These government measures are taking place in light of political discussions and calls to “deport” […]
“UN Envoy Warns of Humanitarian Catastrophe Amidst Sudan’s Ongoing Conflict and Negotiations”
The UN envoy announced the agreement of the two parties to the negotiations… and a warning of a “humanitarian catastrophe” Khartoum: Muhammad Amin Yassin – London: Asharq Al-Awsat Despite the declared truce in Sudan, clashes raged between the army and the Rapid Support Forces yesterday in various areas of Khartoum, especially around the presidential palace […]