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Syria-related clashes have been rocking Lebanon's northern city of Tripoli for months.
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The death toll grows in Tripoli as the conflict between opposing factions scales up.
The Lebanese airspace is violated by Israeli forces on a daily basis in spite of a 2006 UN resolution.
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Last night, three Israeli military aircraft broke a UN Security Council resolution by violating the Lebanese airspace, raising tensions with a state that already faces increased pressure from the neighboring Syrian conflict.
Who would have thought that scandalous Razan would be the one introducing dubstep to the Arab world?
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Done with the shooting of her upcoming new drama, the Lebanese sexpot will launch her new "dubstep" style clip this month.

May 24, 2013

Last song for "Arab Idol"? Najwa wants her father to be better before she returns on stage.
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Lebanese singer Najwa Karam will not confirm her presence as a guest in next season of "Arab Idol" until her father's health condition improves.

May 23, 2013

Nancy Ajram is returning to her roots and connecting with her fans.
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Nancy Ajram is making a new music video, and it will include dozens of willing fans. Come one, come all!
The work of the Ministry of Finance is being obstructed at every corner by bureaucracy and an IT system that presents more problems than solutions. (Photo: Marwan Tahtah)
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The Union Coordination Committee Wednesday accused the Finance Ministry of intentionally submitting salary scale bills with errors in them in a bid to delay the ratification of a wage hike in Parliament.
Members and supporters of Lebanon's Shiite Hezbollah movement carry the coffin of their comrade Saleh Ahmad Sabbagh during his funeral in the southern port city of Sidon on May 22 (Mahmoud Zayyat / AFP)
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Opposition-aligned Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports 104 Hezbollah militants killed since the conflict began
Sunni Salafist gunmen, who back the Syrian opposition, are seen in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli on May 23 (AFP)
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Fighting overnight in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli have left at least two people dead, bringing the total number of people killed since Sunday, to 16
No yawns, but plenty of Yanni coming to the Byblos International Festival
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Byblos International Festival has unveiled the exciting lineup of performers at Lebanon's most exciting summer event.
Fete de la Musique is coming soon!
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On June 21, several venues around town – along with 430 other cities around the world – will celebrate the “Fete de la Musique”, an international music festival started over 30 years ago.
A boy watches Lebanese soliders as they drive between the Sunni and Alawite sections of Tripoli. AFP
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Gunfire rang out through Tripoli on Wednesday, as the spillover of the Syrian crisis in the Lebanese city claimed the lives of 12 over the weekend.

May 22, 2013

British Foreign Secretary William Hague waves during a press conference in Amman on May 22 (AFP)
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UK Foreign Secretary William Hague reaffirmed the British position that Bashar al-Assad has no place in any political solution to the conflict
Lebanese youth are loving break dancing
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Amped up on Red Bull energy drinks, B-boys from around the world dance their way through the competition in Beirut, where the pastime has become quite popular.
Lebanese soldiers. AFP photo
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Three people were killed during sectarian clashes in Tripoli, in northern Lebanon, on Tuesday as the spillover from the Syrian crisis increases its deathtoll and impact.
Saudi security forces (AFP)
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Saudi officials announced on Tuesday that it had arrested 10 members of an alleged Iranian spy ring, including Saudi, Lebanese and Turkish citizens.

May 21, 2013

A handout picture released by the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) on May 20, 2013, allegedly shows a Syrian soldier scanning the area for hostiles in the the town of Qusayr in Homs province (SANA / AFP)
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Three members of the militant Lebanese group reported dead on Tueday
Aishwarya Rai is stylin' at the 66th Annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals in an Elie Saab dress on May 19, 2013 (Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)
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Lebanese designer goods made it onto the red carpet at the 66th Cannes Film Festival in France over the past week.
Israeli soldiers in the occupied Golan Heights (AFP)
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IDF soldiers came under fire from inside Syria late Monday evening and returned fire
Members of Lebanon's Hezbollah carry the coffin of Fadi Mohammed al-Jazzar during his funeral in southern Beirut on Monday. AFP Photo
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28 Hezbollah fighters have been killed in the vicious battle for the Syrian town of Qusair, whilst some 20 Syrian Army fighters were reported dead.

May 20, 2013

46 percent of Internet users in the UAE shop online
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The arrival of PayPal promises to create a new landscape for online shopping.
A painting for every mood of Adonis Tohme
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If you're looking to add some color and energy to your day, visit Adonis Tohme’s “Infusions of Color, Reality and Imagination” at Saifi’s Galerie Piece Unique until May 25.
Syrian troops celebrate as they take control of the village of Western Dumayna, some seven kilometers north of the rebel-held city of Qusayr, on May 13 (Joseph Eid/ AFP)
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Around 20 Hezbollah fighters are reported to have been killed as opposition forces fought to defend the strategic town of Qusayr, near the Lebanese border and linking Damascus with the coast
A Sunni Muslim gunman sits with his child on Syria Street during fighting in the Bab al-Tebbaneh neighbourhood of the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli. AFP Photo/Getty Images
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Violence erupted on Sunday between Sunni and Alawite members of the Tripoli community, with two fatalities being reported as sectarian tensions rise, influenced by neighbouring Syria.
World Bank end poverty campaign
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The World Bank has approved a $30 million soft loan aimed at supporting a government initiative to improve access to basic services in impoverished parts of the country.

May 19, 2013

Nancy Ajram doesn't hold back and lets out what it's like to be an AI judge, singing star, and a mama.
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Despite the challenges of working on the show with Ahlam and fulfilling duties in her career and personal life, Lebanese lovely Nancy Ajram is still happy she accepted the two-year contract to judge the region's contestants.
The Dum Tak Alternative Music Festival is coming to Amman!
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Get ready to rock with the region's rowdiest singers in Amman later this month at the Dum Tak Alternative Music Festival.
Who's it gonna be out of the final X Factor three?
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It won’t be long ‘til the region will know the season’s X Factor Arabia winner. The weekend’s show had the group Young Pharoz saying farewell, leaving three dudes to battle it out on Thursday.
Jet-setter Ragheb Alama flies to Paris and back in time for Friday's Arab Idol show
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Arab Idol judge Ragheb Alama tweeted a pic from Paris last week and had fans wondering if the jet-setter would make it to Friday night’s show as the remaining 10 contestants fought for the title.
Syrian troops celebrate as they take control of the village of Haydariyah, some seven kilometers outside the rebel-held city of Qusayr (AFP/ Joseph Eid)
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Battles in Qusayr, Homs, have left at least 10 Hezbollah fighters dead. More Lebanese militants said to be heading to the the town
Lebanese artist Jean-Marc Nahas speaks of "misery everywhere" with his graphic art (Photo courtesy of jeanmarcnahas.com)
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If you like bold, graphic, sometimes disturbing art, then head to the Beirut Exhibition Center this month to see the work of Lebanese artist Jean Marc Nahas.

May 18, 2013

Despite her age and efforts, Lebanese singer Sabah is still the queen of love...and gossips.
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Lebanese singer still a hot topic for gossips with latest rumor saying she has married a 21-year-old.

May 17, 2013

Walking the fine line: sexy but not vulgar for Lebanese singer Pascal's new video.
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Lebanese singer Pascal self-censors her latest video and gets the cold shoulder from her director.

May 16, 2013

At least 20 percent of students say that they resort to political connections and 73 percent think that political connections are important to find jobs. (photo: Haitham Moussawi)
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When Lebanese graduates begin looking for jobs, what does it actually mean to employ personal connections to improve employment chances?
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Alfa unrolled the country’s first commercial 4G data service in certain areas of Beirut Wednesday and Lebanon’s second mobile operator, touch, is set to follow suit next week.

May 15, 2013

Warda's "Eyyam" page description
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The legend of the late, great Algerian singer Warda Al-Jazayria lives on with the recent release of a music video for her song “Eyyam” (Days) produced by her son Riyad AL Wassri.
Fadel Shaker dumps his BFF for God. Photo courtesy of Fadel Shaker's Facebook.
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Fadel Shaker chooses "faithship" over friendship and distances himself from Hussein al Jassmi.

May 14, 2013

Fares and Rita's hearts in a golden cage. Photo courtesy of Fares Karam's Twitter account.
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No more flying solo for celebrity couple Fares Karam and Rita Karkafi posting pictures of their love on Twitter.

May 13, 2013

Elissa's love life remains a mystery
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Who could it be?! The Lebanese diva is taunting us with pics and tweets about her her secret romance, but won't spill the deets about who is this mystery man.
Still in denial Maya is officially single again
06:58 GMT
Sad, but true – sources confirm that Lebanon’s fave model and popstress is no longer a married lady.
Baalbeck Festival
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There's more to Baalbeck than Hezbollah. This summer, music fans can have a blast tuning into its festival with performances by artists from across the globe.
This killer look is not enough to keep Marwa safe.
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Lebanese singer's enhanced curves get full protection at concert, surprising fans.

May 12, 2013

Emirati singer Ahlam will have to use more than a pout to seduce these judges
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Arab superstars caught in a legal catfight as Shams presses charges against Ahlam.
Eman gets the boot
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Contestants got groovy with 70's movie soundtrack songs and a guest star appearance by legendary Majed Al Mohandes.
Ahlam lets Alama have it on Arab Idol
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Things have heated up to an all time high between judges Ragheb Alama and Ahlam on Arab idol with still no hope for resolution after this weekend's intense episode of the MBC talent show.
He's baaack! Wael Kfouri returns to the X Factor after all
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We knew it, we just knew it. Wael Kfouri is not leaving fans high and dry mid-season of the hit talent show, the X Factor, after all. The Lebanese superstar returned to show his face again on the latest episode.
Nawal Al Zoghbi is ready to release a new single on Arab Idol this week
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Get excited, Gulfis, Nawal Al Zoghbi has an entire album coming your way. The Lebanese songstress will be introducing a single from the set on this week’s Arab Idol.