Posted By
Najib
Jun 29, 2018 01:03
The Lebanese online sphere has been abuzz with the exciting news about the Skoun-led initiative that led to Judge Samir Hammoud issuing a binding circular to all "neyebet 3amme" in Lebanon. First, allow me to clarify that this doesn't mean that drugs are decriminalized in Lebanon. Not yet at least. What it means is that Lebanon's current drug laws, which so far have almost never been applied correctly, are being stressed upon. Lebanon's drug laws do…
Posted By
Najib
Jun 23, 2018 08:42
According to Lebanonfiles, policemen in Lebanon are equipping their helmets with cameras now in order to better detect motorists breaking the law. The cameras would also help record any incidents policemen face while on the road. I actually like the idea and believe all cops should equip themselves with cameras on their helmets or cars. Everyone has a camera phone these days and it's necessary to have a recording when an arrest is being made…
Critiques
8 years ago
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Critiques
8 years ago
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Critiques
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Critiques
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Critiques
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Critiques
8 years ago
Every time a naturalization decree was signed, it caused controversy in the first few days but then people forgot about it and I don’t expect a different reaction this time UNLESS those opposing the decree ...
Automotive
8 years ago
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Automotive
8 years ago
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