As Ramadan arrives in Lebanon, families prepare for the special tradition of iftar. But this year, the rising cost of food and inflation have made these meals harder to afford. The beloved gatherings to break the fast are now becoming a challenge for many families struggling to manage their budgets. Families Struggling to Adapt With […]
After a long break, political and parliamentary work has started again. Since Prime Minister Najib Mikati’s government, “Together for Rescue,” gained confidence in 2021 at the UNESCO Palace, it became a long-term caretaker government due to an unexpected presidential vacancy. Today, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam’s government, called “Reform and Rescue,” is being presented in Parliament. […]
French Surgeon Admits to Most Sexual Abuse Charges in Historic Child Abuse Case In an era where childhood is metaphorically violated, its literal violation carries an even greater impact. Recently, there has been a surge in scandals involving child abuse cases, whether it’s the case of American singer Diddy or businessman Jeffrey Epstein. Now, French […]
Keir Starmer : “Putin’s aggression does not stop at Ukraine’s borders; it threatens us here at home. If Ukraine is not properly protected from Putin, Europe will become more unstable.” The British Prime Minister made this statement during a press conference yesterday. The conference was focused on addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the […]
President Donald Trump proposed a new visa program for foreign investors called the “Golden Card”. This card can be bought for $5 million and is a way to get U.S. citizenship. Trump said the Golden Card will replace the EB-5 visa program, which gives permanent residency (a “Green Card”) to those who invest large amounts of money to create or keep jobs […]
Lebanese banks have always been closely tied to the government, influencing and being influenced by political decisions. Each cabinet has had its own approach to handling financial crises, with varying degrees of success and failure. Hariri Era (1992–2005) – The Boom & Debt Accumulation During Rafic Hariri‘s tenure, Lebanese banks played a crucial role in […]
The Ramadan Economy: Before, During, and After Ramadan is not just a spiritual month; it also has a big impact on the economy. Businesses change their strategies to match consumer habits. Before Ramadan: During Ramadan: After Ramadan (Eid Season): Retail and E-Commerce Advertising and Marketing During Ramadan, businesses adapt their marketing strategies to align with […]
Decision Effective March 1 The Central Bank (BDL) announced that it will increase the monthly withdrawal limits of circulars No. 158 and 166 starting March 1. This decision was made after consulting with President Joseph Aoun, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, and Finance Minister Yassine Jaber New Withdrawal Limits BDL stated that the monthly withdrawal limit […]
CPI Starts 2025 with Modest Increase The consumer price index (CPI) rose by 1.10 percent in January 2025, showing a 16.09 percent increase from January 2024 to January 2025, according to Lebanon’s Central Administration of Statistics. Despite significant events in January, such as Joseph Aoun becoming president, Nawaf Salam being appointed prime minister, and Israel […]
“We Are Tired of Others’ Wars” President Joseph Aoun told an Iranian delegation on Sunday that Lebanon is “tired” of external conflicts happening on its land. During his meeting with the Iranian delegation visiting Lebanon to participate in the funeral, led by Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, President Joseph Aoun said, “Lebanon is tired […]
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