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Lebanon Family Health Services launches self-service medical supply kiosk

Photo: Adobe Stock April 28, 2025 Lebanon Family Health Services in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, launched a 24/7 self-service health kiosk, located outside their Cumberland Street facility. The kiosk, operational for approximately 10 months prior to the …

Lebanon's red line: President demands Israeli exit from occupied hills

2025-04-28T14:03:13+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News/ Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday called for Israel to withdraw from five occupied hills along the southern frontier, warning that a return to the “language of war” must be …

President Aoun to French Senate delegation: Israeli withdrawal from border essential for full army deployment

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun told a visiting delegation from the French Senate that Israel's withdrawal from the five strategic points along the southern border is essential for accelerating the full deployment of the Lebanese Army, allowing the …

Lebanon Bank Association chief stresses need for realistic recovery plan to protect depositors and revive sector

The Secretary-General of the Association of Banks in Lebanon, Fadi Khalaf, stressed that approving the draft law for banking sector restructuring and preparing it for discussion in Parliament requires a special legal approach that considers the deep …

Taoiseach urges Kneecap give ‘urgent clarity’ on views of Hamas, and denounce threats against politicians

Anti-terrorism police in the UK are examining a second vide of the rap trio allegedly calling for the death of Tory MPs. It follows another video appearing to show one Kneecap member saying “up Hamas, up Hezbollah.” Speaking to reporters in Dublin, Mícheál …

Lebanon "calmly" takes steps to ensure state's exclusive arms control: president

BEIRUT, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Monday that Lebanon has been taking steps "calmly and responsibly" to ensure the exclusive state control of arms. "The process of ensuring the state's exclusive control of …

Sheikh Qassem: We support the Lebanese president with the three priorities of stopping the Israeli attacks, ...

Lebanon president calls on US, France to force Israel to halt its attacks

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on the United States and France, the guarantors of the ceasefire agreement with Israel, to shoulder their responsibilities and force Israel to immediately halt its attacks. Aoun condemned the Israeli attack on …

Pro-Palestine activist arrested in Belgium after attending protest

Brussels, Belgium – The recent arrest of a Palestinian activist in Belgium has raised alarm as the organisation he works for describes the incident as “a form of state harassment”. Mohammed Khatib, the 35-year-old European coordinator for Samidoun, a …

Lebanon Eyes IMF Deal After Long Struggle For Stability

(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Lebanon's government is optimistic about securing a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund within the coming months. The move represents a significant step towards addressing the …

Waltz was photographed checking Signal on his phone during cabinet meeting – as it happened

Trump nominates Waltz as UN ambassador; Rubio to serve as interim national security adviserTrump posted on his Truth Social platform: I am pleased to announce that I will be nominating Mike Waltz to be the next United States Ambassador to the United …

Nashville area TSSAA softball district tournament brackets, schedules, scores

The Tennessee high school softball district tournaments begin this week as the TSSAA softball playoffs begins its journey toward Murfreesboro at the end of May. Here are the district softball tournament schedules in the Nashville area. Note: If your …

Israel strikes south Beirut, prompting Lebanese appeal to ceasefire guarantors

Israel struck south Beirut on Sunday for the third time since a fragile November 27 ceasefire, prompting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to call on its guarantors France and the United States to force a halt. But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s …

Francis, the Pope that loved Lebanon and defended it till the very end

Pope Francis loved Lebanon, always defended it and called it : ” A treasure trove of civilization and spiritual life, which has radiated wisdom and culture throughout the centuries” By: Dr. Naji M. Qazili He, who came from “the ends of the earth,” was the …

IDF hits Hezbollah precision missile store in rare strike on Lebanese capital Beirut

Smoke billows over Beirut's southern suburbs, following an Israeli strike after issuing an evacuation warning for the area, as seen from Baabda, Lebanon, April 27, 2025. (Photo: REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir) Israel Defense Forces struck a Hezbollah …

Lebanon President condemned the Israeli attack on Beirut’s southern suburbs

President Joseph Aoun condemned the Israeli attack on Beirut’s southern suburbs this evening, stressing that “the United States and France, as guarantors of the cessation of hostilities agreement, must assume their responsibilities and compel Israel to …

Rep. Guy Reschenthaler: Pennsylvania helped deliver Trump the presidency; he’s delivering prosperity back

On Nov. 5, President Donald J. Trump won back the White House in dominating fashion. His 312 electoral votes vastly dwarfed Vice President Kamala Harris’ total of 226. The key state in his victory? Unquestionably, our commonwealth with its 19 electoral …

Unprovoked, Israel Attacks Lebanese Capital (Videos)

Illustrative image. (The Israeli Defense Forces) Israeli strikes hit the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, a stronghold of Hezbollah, on April 27, in a new escalation. In a joint statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense …

Israel: Forest fires ‘threaten the city of Jerusalem’

Israeli rescue services are on high alert after the outbreak of several devastating fires, mainly in west Jerusalem, the largest in years, which have left several people lightly injured. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on April 30 that …

President Trump Backs Italian Columbus as Notorious Historian Challenges Italian Columbus Myth and Fraud

President Trump revives Columbus Day as renowned historian dares to correct ancient misconceptions that have shaped American misunderstandings for generations. TRELEW, PANTAGONIA, ARGENTINA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As President Donald …

Navigate The Legal Landscape With Global Law Experts Comprehensive International Business Law Handbook

GLE’s International Business Law Handbook connects global businesses with top lawyers across 100+ countries and 35 practice areas for legal success. TX, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With businesses increasingly operating …

Essay Contest Winners Celebrate Why They Like Carson by Showcasing Schools, Parks, Restaurants, and Community

CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Carson hosted its annual “Why I Like Carson” Essay Writing Contest Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 30, 2025, at the Carson Event Center. The "Why I Like Carson" …

OSCE strengthens law enforcement and judicial response to gender-based violence through survivor engagement and theater ...

On 28 and 29 April, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, held a two-day training course on gender-based violence (GBV) for 24 police and judicial professionals from the Federation of …

OSCE Chairperson and OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media reaffirm necessity of media freedom to mark World Press ...

VIENNA/HELSINKI, 2 May 2025 — On World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen and the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media (RFoM) Jan Braathu reaffirm the necessity of upholding media freedom in …

National Bar Association President Issues Statement Condemning Trump Administration’s Attempt to Erase Black History

Wiley S. Adams denounces removal of key African American artifacts from the Smithsonian as a direct attack on truth and justice WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wiley S. Adams, President of the National Bar …

Treatment Communities of America Celebrates 50 Years of Advancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

For five decades, Treatment Communities of America (TCA) has been advocating for effective, person-centered substance use disorder treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treatment Communities of America (TCA), a …

TMA Champions Myositis Awareness Month and Resolution in US House of Representatives

Rep. Rich McCormick (R - GA) introduces a resolution in the US House of Representatives supporting the designation of May as National Myositis Awareness Month. COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- May is Myositis Awareness …

Great Visuals & Family Fun: First 5 California Hosts Stronger Starts for Children Day at Fairytale Town

First 5 California (F5CA) will host a press event to kick off a Statewide Day of Action focused on children getting the best possible start to life. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What: First 5 California (F5CA) …

Lutheran Services in America Leaders Travel to Capitol Hill to Voice Concerns about Potential Cuts to Medicare/Medi-Cal

Lutheran Social Services of SoCal CEO Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith was Southern Calif. Representative WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lutheran Social Services of Southern Calif’s (LSSSC) CEO Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith …

New HHS Trans Report Counters Medical Care Consensus

New Federal Report on Transgender Youth Care Advises Against Medical Care for Highly Suicidal Population NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report …

Ranger Band Alumni Association Endorses Jeanne Johnson and Jason Steele for Kilgore College Board of Trustees

KILGORE, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ranger Band Alumni Association Group proudly endorses two distinguished candidates for the Kilgore College Board of Trustees: Jeanne Johnson for Central Zone, Voting Unit #3, Place …

e.Republic’s Omar Sandoval Named Top 50 Technology Professional by OnConferences

Peer-nominated award recognizes leadership, innovation, and impact across the global technology community SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- e.Republic—the nation’s leading media, market intelligence, and public- …

Les Rubin, Founder of Main Street Economics, Warns of America's Financial Tipping Point

Les Rubin Shares a Wake-Up Call for Fiscal Responsibility, Limited Government, and the Survival of the American Dream WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics founder, Les Rubin, is sounding the …

President Julius Maada Bio Launches 'Freetown Roadmap' to Advance UN Security Council Reform

Sierra Leone hosts C-10 Retreat as President Bio calls for Africa’s rightful place in global peace and security governance. FREETOWN, WESTERN AREA URBAN DISTRICT, SIERRA LEONE, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. …

Benjamin Franklin Gold And Silver Commemoratives Exclusively Offered By Rare Collectibles TV

Limited-edition numismatic treasures produced as tribute to Franklin’s legacy LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 1950, the United States Mint issued the first specially-struck proof versions of half dollars …

PropertyRoom.com Awarded Contract with Sourcewell to Provide Online Auction Services for Government Agencies Nationwide

FREDERICK, MD, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PropertyRoom.com Awarded Contract with Sourcewell to Provide Online Auction Services for Government Agencies Nationwide PropertyRoom.com, the nation’s leading online auction site …

Community Involvement Highlights May 14 Meeting with Members of the Congressional Family Business Caucus

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-Owned Business Leaders Share Importance of Family Businesses Supporting Local Communities, Charities with House Members; Frank Luntz Gives Insights on Changing Political …

Turkey at a Crossroads: Protests, Crackdowns, and the Future of Democracy

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has sparked the largest wave of public protests in Turkey in over a decade, signaling a potential turning point in the country’s political trajectory. As the opposition rallies support and President Erdoğan …

5 key factors shaping Iran’s foreign policy calculus

This article is an expanded version of a piece to be published by Gulan Media. Iran appears to be reorienting its approach to diplomatic engagement with its neighbors and the West by prioritizing the economic benefits of cooperation. While Iran’s overtures …