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IMF Says AI Is Keeping the Global Economy Afloat Despite the Middle East War

IMF Says AI Is Keeping the Global Economy Afloat Despite the Middle East War

The IMF has raised its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, saying massive investment in AI infrastructure is helping offset the economic damage from the Middle East war, high oil prices and disrupted trade.

The Traditional Lebanese Houses Being Replaced One Building at a Time

The Traditional Lebanese Houses Being Replaced One Building at a Time

For generations, traditional Lebanese houses with red tiled roofs, triple arched windows and stone balconies defined neighborhoods across Beirut and Mount Lebanon.

European Union Establishes Three-Year Security Mission in Lebanon

European Union Establishes Three-Year Security Mission in Lebanon

The European Union has established a new three-year security mission in Lebanon to train and advise the Lebanese Army and Internal Security Forces in border security, intelligence, anti-smuggling operations, cybercrime and port security.

Why Do Lebanese Ask “Where Are You From?” When They Mean Your Village?

Why Do Lebanese Ask “Where Are You From?” When They Mean Your Village?

In Lebanon, asking someone “Where are you from?” rarely means asking which country they belong to. More often, the question refers to their ancestral village, town or region, even if they were born and raised in Beirut or have never lived in that place themselves.

IMF and World Bank Meet as Global Debt Heads Toward Historic Levels

IMF and World Bank Meet as Global Debt Heads Toward Historic Levels

The IMF and World Bank are meeting in Bangkok as global public debt approaches historic levels and is projected to exceed 100% of world GDP by 2030.

Washington Signals Readiness for Stronger Measures to Disarm Hezbollah

Washington Signals Readiness for Stronger Measures to Disarm Hezbollah

Washington is signaling that patience with Lebanon over Hezbollah’s weapons is running out.

Two Forgotten Palaces: The Mansions That Remember Zokak el-Blat’s Golden Age

Two Forgotten Palaces: The Mansions That Remember Zokak el-Blat’s Golden Age

A few steps apart in Zokak el-Blat stand two fading nineteenth-century mansions: Ziade Palace and Heneine Palace, better known to many Beirutis as Dahesh Palace.