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Najib
Apr 01, 2025 04:55
The Global Fire Power list uses over 60 individual indicators to measure a country's military strength, including manpower, air power, land power, naval power, financials, geography, natural resources, and logistics. The United States has topped the list since 2005, followed by China, Russia, and India. As for Lebanon, it ranked 115th out of 145 countries considered for the annual GFP review, placing dead last in the Middle East region. Turkey ranked first in the region,…
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Najib
Mar 29, 2025 04:15
Lebanon's new Energy Minister, Joe Saddi, held his first press conference this week, addressing the country's electricity crisis and outlining his plans to tackle some of the sector's most pressing issues. While it is no secret that this ministry has been plagued by decades of corruption and incompetent leadership, the starting point for any reform in this sector—much like in the telecommunications sector—is the establishment of a regulatory authority. This is a fundamental reform requirement…
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Najib
Mar 28, 2025 04:36
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam visited Qleyaat Airport this week, accompanied by Minister of Public Works and Transport Fayez Rasamny and local MPs. During his visit, he announced that an agreement has been reached with the engineering consultancy firm Dar Al-Handassah – Shair to conduct a study for the reactivation of the airport. The study will be provided pro bono, and DAR is expected to deliver an initial master plan within three months. This plan will…
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Najib
Mar 27, 2025 03:31
Someone thought it would be amusing to transform his black Dodge into a replica of an ISF patrol car. This incident occurred in Germany, where the car was spotted displaying the ISF logo and the number "313" instead of the standard 112 emergency hotline. Additionally, the driver was seen activating a police siren, which is likely illegal. It’s safe to say that it won’t be long before he faces a hefty fine. مغترب لبناني في…
Critiques
2 months ago
This week, the Ministry of Telecommunications decided to cancel the contract of Ogero’s Director General, Mr. Imad Kreidieh. This move was anticipated, given that Kreidieh’s term was extended last year and he is nearing the ...
Lebanon
2 months ago
Minister of Information, Paul Morcos, has requested the Cabinet’s approval for the appointment of a new Board of Directors for Télé Liban, to be headed by esteemed journalist Bassam Abou Zeid. The new board, in ...
Fun
2 months ago
In 2021, during the revolution, many activists started sharing pictures of luxury watches worn by Lebanese politicians. Recently, I noticed an Instagram account run by a watch enthusiast, showcasing the luxury watches worn by Lebanese ...
Automotive
2 months ago
Two years ago, we were introduced to the so-called 100% Lebanese electric car, the “Lira” which ultimately never materialized. Now, we’re hearing about the “Lira Bus,” slated for launch in May 2025. Lebanese engineer Hisham ...