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Israeli Justice Minister Tzipi Livni said that the Israeli government cannot reach necessarily commit to the resumption of peace talks with the Palestinians as the issue of settlements is causing an obstruction Full Story »
Anti-Islam group English Defence League took to the streets in Woolwich to protest the brutal murder of a "soldier" in South London Full Story »
Two men in South London on Wednesday butchered and beheaded a man in broad daylight, apparently shouting Islamist slogans after the murder. International officials are calling it a "terror attack". Full Story »
The Friends of Syria's core ministerial members met in Amman last night, with representatives of the Syrian opposition, and urged Assad to partake wholly in the peace talks, warning of their increased support to the rebels if he fails to do so. Full Story »
BUSINESS
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The Islamic Development Bank Group has decided to increase its authorized capital from $ 45 billion (30 billion Islamic dinars) to $ 150 billion (100 billion dinars) on the recommendation of the two extraordinary Islamic summits held in Makkah.
BLOGS ROUNDUP
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You may have heard about Micky Mouse being haraam but check out this Top Ten list of random issuances from Islamic leaders for the worst; ex-pats and goodbyes; American Bedu is worse; and horrific, untold stories of rape in Lebanon.
ENTERTAINMENT
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Byblos International Festival has unveiled the exciting lineup of performers at Lebanon's most exciting summer event.
SPORTS
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The Manchester United striker scored 26 goals as Sir Alex Ferguson's side secured a record 20th title, notching two hat-tricks to win the award by three strikes
