Lebanon’s Government Wins Confidence Vote: 95 In favour, 12 Against

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's government secured a confidence vote in Parliament today, with 95 out of 128 lawmakers voting in favor. It took two days to finalize the vote, as more than 60 members of parliament had requested to speak, forcing the parliament speaker to limit the number of speakers or shorten their speaking time. When the time came for the confidence vote, 95 voted in favor, 12 voted against, 4 abstained, and 17 were…

A First in Lebanon: Brother & Sister Won The Lotto Jackpot

I’m not sure if this is the first time worldwide, but it has definitely never happened in Lebanon. Two siblings unknowingly picked the same Lotto numbers and won the jackpot, which amounted to over 124 billion Lebanese liras. According to the brother, his sister called him to tell him she had won the jackpot and that she would have to split it with another winner. When he checked his numbers, he realized he was the…

Lebanon’s Football Fields: A Major Hazard

Four years ago, the Lebanese National Football Team had to play its home game in Amman because all of our football fields were in deplorable condition. Most fields lack proper grass or are poorly maintained, the stadiums are neglected, and there are countless safety hazards. Last week, a player nearly got killed when he slipped and hit a cement wall placed too close to the end lines, as seen in the video below. The reason…

Remittances Make Up 31% of Lebanon’s GDP

Remittances continue to serve as a vital source of support for the Lebanese economy and Lebanese families, amounting to approximately $7 billion in 2023. This represents 31% of Lebanon's GDP for the same year, making Lebanon the third-highest recipient of remittances by share of GDP worldwide, only preceded by Tonga and Tajikistan . Regionally, Lebanon has the highest percentage of remittances as a share of GDP and the third-highest total amount of remittances. Remittances in…
Fun

This “Disturbing” Dawra Apartment is up for Sale

11 months ago
An apartment located in Dawra was listed a few days ago on 3ikarcom. At first glance, it seems like quite the catch with its renovated rooms and large terrace. However, as the video progresses, one ...
Art

Saudi-based Chef Zeina Itani Creates Stunning Cake to Celebrate Lebanon

11 months ago
Zeina Itani is an incredibly talented cake artist known for creating insanely large and jaw-dropping masterpieces. Her attention to detail and creativity have made her an internet sensation, with over 2 million followers on Instagram ...
Lebanon

Dr. Food Indicted & Referred to The Criminal Court for Trial

11 months ago
Mount Lebanon Judge Ziad Al-Daghidi issued his indictment today in the case of George Hanna Dib, also known as Dr. Food on social media. The judge considered the actions undertaken by Dib and the other ...
Lebanon

Banque du Liban (BDL) Raises Withdrawal Limits For Circular 158 & 166

11 months ago
Lebanon’s Central Bank has announced that it will raise the withdrawal limits for Circular No. 158 and Circular No. 166. This change will take effect on March 1st, 2025, with the limit increasing to $500 ...
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