
Massive crowds mourn Hezbollah's slain leader Nasrallah
Supporters from Lebanon and other countries in the region fill the 55,000-seat Camille Chamoun Sports City stadium in Beirut.
Mon Feb 24 2025

New look Middle East had started to draw investors... and then came Trump
Investors are buying Israel and Lebanon bonds, betting Beirut can resolve its political, economic, and financial crises.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon amid ceasefire with Hezbollah, says journalist
Reports of Israeli strikes continue to emerge from southern Lebanon, one day after the ceasefire with Hezbollah takes effect.
Thu Nov 28 2024

Hezbollah rockets land near Tel Aviv after large Israeli strike on Beirut
Hezbollah movement fires heavy rocket barrages at Israel and Israeli military says houses had been destroyed or set alight near Tel Aviv.
Mon Nov 25 2024

Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024

US has not seen evidence of Hezbollah cash bunker under Beirut hospital, Pentagon chief says
Israel's military said Hezbollah has stashed hundreds of millions of dollars in cash and gold in a bunker built under a hospital in Beirut.
Thu Oct 24 2024

Israel confirms death of heir apparent to slain Hezbollah leader
The military said Hashem Safieddine was killed in a strike carried out three weeks ago in Beirut's southern suburbs.
Wed Oct 23 2024

Blinken heads to Israel to revive Gaza ceasefire talks after Sinwar death
Blinken will focus discussions on how to end the war, plans for the enclave after the fighting ends and how to improve humanitarian assistance.
Tue Oct 22 2024

Lebanese flee as blasts hit Beirut, Israel warns of strikes on Hezbollah finance arm
On Sunday Israel said it hit Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters and an underground weapons workshop in Beirut.
Sun Oct 20 2024

Israel pounds Beirut and Gaza after rockets hit Israel's north
A drone was launched at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's holiday home.
Sun Oct 20 2024

US says it opposes scope of Israeli air strikes in Beirut
Israeli military evacuation orders were also affecting more than a quarter of Lebanon, according to the UN refugee agency.
Wed Oct 16 2024

Israeli strikes kill 22 in Beirut as Hezbollah leader evades assassination
The Israeli strikes hit a densely packed residential neighbourhood of apartment buildings and small shops in the heart of Beirut.
Fri Oct 11 2024

US President Biden does not believe there will be 'all-out-war' in Middle East
Joe Biden said more needed to be done to avoid a Middle East war, as Israel's military hit Beirut with new air strikes.
Fri Oct 04 2024

Three Palestinian leaders killed in Israel strike in Beirut
The intensifying Israeli bombardment has killed a string of top Hezbollah officials, including its leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.
Mon Sep 30 2024

23 killed, 65 injured in Israeli airstrikes on S. Lebanon
At least 23 people were killed and 65 others injured on Saturday in Israeli airstrikes on several areas in southern Lebanon, reported Xinhua, citing Lebanese military sources.
Sat Sep 28 2024

Rohingya in Bangladesh face dire consequences if aid money drops, say UN agencies
UNHCR & IOM warn as they launch a joint appeal for food, education aid for Rohingya fleeing Myanmar violence for eight years.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Malaysia’s EPF Spotlighted in WEF Longevity Economy Report as global model for retirement reform
Malaysia gains WEF 2025 spotlight for leading inclusive, tech-driven retirement reforms amid global ageing challenges.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Amendment to Education Act: Reduce student dropout rate, increase enrolment
MOE adds a rule holding parents accountable for ensuring kids complete primary and secondary education.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Trump orders elimination of 'anti-American ideology' from Smithsonian institutions
The Republican president, in an executive order, directed that Vice President JD Vance undertake the action.
Fri Mar 28 2025

US Defense Secretary reaffirms 'ironclad commitment' to the Philippines
Pete Hegseth, Marcos Jr. reaffirm strong US-Philippines ties, stressing peace amid China's growing threats in the Indo-Pacific.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Myanmar junta declares state of emergency in multiple regions following strong earthquake
Ruling military says will make inquiries on the situation quickly and conduct rescue operations along with providing humanitarian aid.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Detention of South Sudan's VP Machar cancels peace deal, his party says
The U.N. peacekeeping mission in South Sudan called for restraint, saying the country stood on the brink of relapsing into widespread conflict.
Fri Mar 28 2025

At least three dead after mosque partially collapses in Myanmar earthquake, eyewitnesses say
A mosque in Myanmar partially collapsed when the strong earthquake struck the Southeast Asian nation.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Thai capital declared disaster area after quake, city hall says
The Bangkok governor has been placed in charge of coordinating the disaster response, it's city hall says.
Fri Mar 28 2025

Aidilfitri: Taxpayers advised to check, settle tax arrears before planning overseas travel
Individuals and businesses with unpaid tax arrears may face restrictions on their ability to leave Malaysia.
Fri Mar 28 2025