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Golden Controllers: The Hidden Economy of Video Games

Free to play… yet astonishingly profitable, today’s video games turn our clicks into cash. Microtransactions, virtual concerts and blockbuster partnerships have made Fortnite, Candy Crush and their peers billion-dollar giants. And in Lebanon, players show no sign of putting down their controllers anytime soon. Video games, once seen as mere ...

Tariff: A Price on Everything?

Since his return to the White House in January 2025, Donald Trump has revived the rhetoric of trade wars, invoking the word “tariff” at every turn. Whether announcing new import taxes on European goods or boasting of protecting American jobs, he treats tariffs not just as economic levers but as symbols of strength. Yet beneath this hardline ...

'Ketamine Queen' to Plead Guilty in Matthew Perry's Death

A dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" has agreed to plead guilty to supplying the drugs that killed Friends’ actor Matthew Perry, the US Department of Justice said Monday. Jasveen Sangha, 42, will admit several charges, including one of distribution of ketamine resulting in death or serious bodily injury in relation to the late star. Sangha, ...

Economy Minister Warns Generator Owners of Legal Action Over Non-Compliance

A high-level meeting on the private electricity generator sector brought together generator owners, representatives from the Ministries of Economy, Energy, Interior, and Environment, and security agencies. The session concluded with key regulatory decisions aimed at standardizing the sector. Speaking at a press conference following the meeting, ...

Trump Raises Pressure on Fed With Call for Governor To Resign

President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on the US central bank Wednesday with a call for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to step down, as he repeatedly criticizes Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates. "Cook must resign, now!!!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, sharing a Bloomberg news report on how the ...

Consumer Price Index: 1.32% Rise in July

In July, Lebanon’s consumer price index (CPI) increased by 1.32% compared to the previous month and by 14.27% year-on-year, the Central Administration of Statistics (CAS) reported. The monthly CPI changes for July 2025 by region are as follows: Beirut: +1.87% Mount Lebanon: +1.46% North Lebanon: +1.10% Bekaa: +1.10% South Lebanon: ...

Dollar Wavers, Global Economy on Edge

The dollar has reigned as the undisputed king of currencies since World War Two, but 2025 began with a sharp decline. In just six months, it lost more than 10% of its value, reaching its weakest level since 1973, according to Morningstar. Erratic trade policies under Donald Trump, coupled with mounting tensions with the Federal Reserve, have left ...

Cracker Barrel Logo Change Sparks Cultural Backlash Across U.S.

Cracker Barrel has a special place in the hearts of many Americans, offering homestyle American cuisine in a folksy "Old Country Store" setting complete with rocking chairs and occasional country music performances. But an attempt to rebrand the storied US chain has sparked a firestorm of opposition online and opened a new front in the culture ...

Zelensky calls for Putin talks as peace efforts stall

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky insisted Sunday that a meeting with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin remained "the most effective way forward" as the two sides exchange prisoners and the country celebrated Independence Day. Kyiv's general said that Ukrainian troops had recaptured three villages in its Donetsk region ...

Israeli Bulldozers Uproot Hundreds of Trees in West Bank Village

Israeli bulldozers uprooted hundreds of trees in the West Bank village of al-Mughayyir on Sunday in the presence of the Israeli military, according to AFP journalists who witnessed the scene. Most of the felled vegetation appeared to be olive trees, essential to the economy and culture of the West Bank, while olive groves have also long been a ...

Israeli Strikes in Yemen's Capital Kill Six, Huthis say

Israeli strikes in Yemen's capital Sanaa on Sunday killed at least six people, according to the country's Iran-backed Huthi rebels, who have repeatedly launched missiles and drones at Israel throughout the Gaza war. AFP images showed a large fireball lighting up the skies over the rebel-held capital, leaving behind a column of thick, ...

A Few Extra Hours of Power: Kuwait Helps Bring Back Light to Lebanon

Even a small relief can feel like a breath of fresh air in the daily lives of Lebanese families. But this shipment is more than just a tank of fuel: it represents a political gesture, much-needed financial support and a symbol of warming diplomatic ties with the Gulf monarchies. In a country where electricity has become a luxury and every hour of ...

Central Bank Chief Says Syria Will Remove Two Zeros in Currency Revamp

Syria's central bank governor, Abdul Qadir al-Hasriya, said Monday that his country would change its currency by removing two zeros and printing new banknotes to replace those issued under ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad. Since the start of Syria's civil war in 2011, the pound has plunged from 50 to about 10,000-11,000 against the greenback, ...

Trump Moves to Fire a Fed Governor over Mortgage Fraud Claims

US President Donald Trump expanded pressure on the Federal Reserve on Monday by moving to fire Governor Lisa Cook "effective immediately", a step the independent central bank official said he had "no authority" to take. Trump's decision against the first Black woman to serve on the central bank's board cited ...

Expats: Lebanon at Any Cost!

Although they’re delighted to return to their homeland, Lebanese expats in their thirties and Gen Z youth agree on one thing: the cost of living in Lebanon is staggering. Even so, it doesn’t stop them from coming back each summer to celebrate, reconnect with loved ones, and enjoy a season where every moment is worth the sacrifice. “It’s a ...

US Tariffs on Indian Goods Double to 50% Over Russian Oil Purchases

US tariffs of 50 percent took effect Wednesday on many Indian products, doubling an existing duty as President Donald Trump sought to punish New Delhi for buying Russian oil. Trump has raised pressure on India over the energy transactions, a key source of revenue for Moscow's war in Ukraine, as part of a campaign to end the conflict. The latest ...

Four Days Left to Square the Circle on Global Plastic Pollution Treaty

Countries remained at loggerheads Monday over how to tackle plastic pollution, with only four days left to craft a landmark global treaty on reining in the ever-growing scourge. While plastic has transformed modern life, plastic pollution poses an increasing threat to the environment and the human body -- and every day the garbage accumulates on ...

Nunez Leaves Liverpool to Join Saudi’s Al-Hilal

Liverpool sold striker Darwin Nunez to Saudi side Al-Hilal, both clubs confirmed on Saturday, in a move that could allow the Premier League champions to make a fresh bid for Newcastle's Alexander Isak. Nunez joined the Reds for an initial 75 million euros ($87 million, £65 million) from Benfica three years ago but has failed to live up to that ...

France: Macron, Bayrou and a Perilous Political Rentrée

France’s political rentrée promises to be fraught with tensions. The Prime Minister is staking the government’s survival on a controversial austerity plan, while nationwide strikes scheduled for September 10 are already casting doubt on the country’s stability. With a fractured National Assembly and growing public anger, the executive is ...

From K-beauty to C-beauty: The Asian Wave Sweeping the Beauty Market

What if the future of your makeup bag came from Seoul or Shanghai? This is no longer a passing craze, but a powerful wave sweeping through the industry. In just five years, Chinese beauty (C-beauty) and Korean beauty (K-beauty) products have won over the world, from TikTok influencers to pharmacy shelves. With natural ingredients, competitive ...

Doctor Pleads Guilty to Supplying Matthew Perry with Ketamine

A doctor charged in connection with the drug overdose death of actor Matthew Perry pleaded guilty Wednesday to supplying the Friends star with ketamine. Salvador Plasencia, 43, one of five people charged over Perry's death, pleaded guilty in a federal court in Los Angeles to four counts of distribution of ketamine. Plasencia is to be sentenced on ...

Hamas Replies to Israeli Truce Offer Amid Ongoing Mediation in Doha

Hamas said on Thursday that it had responded to an Israeli proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, as pressure mounted for a breakthrough to end almost two years of devastating conflict that has triggered a humanitarian crisis for civilians. Mediators have been shuttling between Israeli and Hamas negotiators in the Qatari capital Doha for ...

Germs, Pollution, Junk Food: Lebanon’s Summer of All Dangers

A Feverish Country, Citizens Out of Breath A morning like any other in Beirut. Unusual lines at the pharmacy, overwhelmed medical offices, worried parents in pediatric waiting rooms. Fever, cough, diarrhea, vomiting… For several weeks, Lebanese citizens have been falling ill. Gastroenteritis, rotavirus, summer flu, COVID and lung infections are ...

Elemind: The Smart Headband That Puts You to Sleep Without Pills

Falling asleep without pills, sleeping aids, herbal teas or guided meditation—that’s the bold promise behind Elemind. Born from MIT’s research labs, this seemingly simple headband targets one of modern life’s most persistent struggles: difficulty falling asleep, which affects millions worldwide. The claim is compelling: a nearly 50% ...

Trump, Fed Chief Powell Bicker During Tense Central Bank Visit

Donald Trump and US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell appeared together for a tense meeting Thursday as the president toured the central bank after ramping up his attacks on its management of the economy. Trump -- who wants to oust Powell for refusing to lower interest rates but likely lacks the legal authority to do so -- has threatened to ...

South Lebanon’s Risky Homecoming

More than six months after the ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Beirut, tension still grips southern Lebanon. Israeli troops remain stationed in parts of the border region, even though the withdrawal deadline has passed. Yet amid the uncertainty, families are making their way back - cautiously, deliberately - to villages scarred by the ...

No Rental Car in Sight! Lebanon’s Cars Are Fully Booked

Lebanon is in rental saturation mode. Bad luck for latecomers: this summer, finding a rental car in Lebanon is nothing short of a miracle. With the rush of returning expats, agencies are fully booked and every set of keys is already in someone’s hand. Between traffic jams, soaring prices and empty apps, Lebanon is on the move. There are about ...

Reluctant Settlements with No Preconditions

Lebanon is in a position few would envy in the current round of settlements. This situation does not stem from a government crisis, but from the dominance of a single party. Had the state itself been responsible for the decisions that brought us here, the outcome—though difficult—might have been more acceptable. Unfortunately, Lebanon is now ...

One in Three Gazans “Not Eating for Days,” Warns WFP

Almost a third of people in Gaza are "not eating for days," the United Nations food aid agency told AFP on Friday, saying the crisis has reached "new and astonishing levels of desperation." The Rome-based World Food Programme had previously warned of a "critical risk of famine" in war-raged Gaza, over which international condemnation of Israel's ...

La Loge Store: Thrift Store of On-Screen Costumes

They’ve graced film sets, stood under spotlights, and sometimes even starred in iconic scenes… Today, these movie costumes hang from the racks of a Paris thrift shop. Welcome behind the scenes of a wardrobe like no other. La Loge Store is located in Paris’ 9th arrondissement at 17 rue Condorcet. It is a discreet boutique that draws fashion ...