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Greater Tripoli Chamber discusses prospects for cooperation with Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park
Lebanon 24: Tawfiq Daboussi, president of the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture in Tripoli and North Lebanon, discussed with Salem Abdullah Al Shaami, director of Government Relations and Digital Transformation at Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, ways to strengthen the exchange of expertise and benefit from advanced experiences in…
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Humain markets half of the first capacity of the AI complex in NEOM
An-Nahar: Nebius contracts for 50 megawatts at the AI complex in Humain NEOM, to strengthen cloud computing infrastructure using Nvidia technologies…
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Raw material delays cut East Pipes’ profits by 19% to $54 million
An-Nahar: East Pipes’ profits fell 19.3% in the first half of 2027 due to raw material delays, despite important contracts with Aramco and dividend distributions…
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Photo report | Lebanon’s public transport plan between the government proposal and the funding obstacle
Al Manar: The government presents its plan for public transport in Lebanon, while the implementation path remains contingent on…
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Exceptional growth of up to 25% in Abu Dhabi Global Market licenses in 2026
An-Nahar: Licensed financial institutions in Abu Dhabi Global Market exceeded 420 entities, with license growth of 25%, and projections to hear 1200 cases in 2026 within an advanced legal framework…
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Bank Audi’s weekly report: Central bank foreign currency reserves rise again after 3 consecutive declines
An-Nahar: A comprehensive report on the decline in Lebanese financial markets amid geopolitical tensions and the upcoming visit by the International Monetary Fund, with the lira stable and reserves at the bank rising…
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Despite oil flows from the Gulf… why aren’t prices falling?
Lebanon 24: Despite oil exports from the Arabian Gulf approaching their levels before the outbreak of the war with Iran, prices remain high due to security risks, disruptions to shipping, and rising crude transportation costs, amid fears of a renewed…
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Hegseth bans the use of nonpublic information for betting on prediction markets
Ad-Diyar: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a new directive prohibiting service members and personnel from using “information not available to the public” to bet on financial prediction markets, warning of operational risks…
U.S. crude futures rise by more than two dollars to $101.62 amid fears of escalating tensions in the Middle East
MTV Lebanon: U.S. crude futures rise by more than two dollars to $101.62 amid fears of escalating tensions in the Middle…
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Lebanon Telecom ignites the confrontation: the rights of 2400 Ogero employees held hostage to an amendment of the law
An-Nahar: A report on the crisis facing Ogero employees and the legal disputes over their transfer to Lebanon Telecom, and the need to amend the Telecommunications Law to protect their rights and future…
UAE petrol prices expected to rise again in November
The National: Recovery in Middle East crude supplies does not mean energy market has returned to…
French Foreign Minister: Any new escalation between Iran and America will leave only losers and drive up oil prices
LBCI: 0 min French Foreign Minister: Any new escalation between Iran and America will leave only losers and drive up oil prices * To protect intellectual property rights, please do not copy more than 20 per cent of the news content without mentioning the name of the LBCI website and attaching a hyperlink to the story, under penalty of…
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Namibia lowers economic growth forecast for 2026 to 2.3%
Ad-Diyar: Namibia lowered its economic growth forecast for 2026 to 2.3%, from the 3.1% projected in its main budget, citing weaker-than-expected performance in the first half of the year, according to the mid-year budget review,…
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Artificial intelligence brings Oman and Britain together... What is behind the billion-dollar project?
An-Nahar: A project for an artificial intelligence data center in Dhofar, with investments of $1.3 billion, was revealed. It supports digital transformation and the knowledge economy in…
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich: I led the settlement revolution in the West Bank, Galilee and Negev, and in 3 years we achieved what had not been achieved in 30 years
Lebanon Debate: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich: I led the settlement revolution in the West Bank, Galilee and Negev, and in 3 years we achieved what had not been achieved in 30…
The price of a barrel of North Sea Brent crude reaches a 5-month high of 115 dollars
MTV Lebanon: The price of a barrel of North Sea Brent crude reaches a 5-month high of 115…
Aoun Calls for Faster Banking Reforms and Protection of Depositors’ Rights
MTV Lebanon: Lebanon’s Central Bank Governor Karim Souaid briefed President Joseph Aoun on the outcomes of his recent meetings in Bangkok held on the sidelines of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)The meetings included…
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Smotrich: There is no avoiding a comprehensive military campaign in the West Bank to dismantle the Authority, collect weapons and eliminate terrorists
Elnashra: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich affirmed that there is no avoiding a comprehensive military campaign in Judea and Samaria (the West Bank…
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The Independent: Record diesel prices place a new burden on the British finance minister
Elnashra: The Independent newspaper reported that the record rise in global diesel prices has become a new political and economic burden on British Finance Minister John Healey…
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Internet Licenses in Lebanon... Company Requirements and the Fate of Subscriptions to Unlicensed Networks
An-Nahar: Learn about the regulation of internet licenses in Lebanon in 2025-2026, the requirements for granting and renewing licenses, and the regulation of fiber-optic networks and the transfer of subscribers to ensure legal services…
“Al-Sharq”: Brent crude continues its gains, rising 1.23% to trade at $104.40 per barrel
Lebanon Debate: “Al-Sharq”: Brent crude continues its gains, rising 1.23% to trade at $104.40…
Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich orders the demolition of Palestinian buildings near the site of the attack in Hebron in the West Bank
MTV Lebanon: Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich orders the demolition of Palestinian buildings near the site of the attack in Hebron in the West…
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Urban barriers and funding shortages: Why is the right of people with disabilities to mobility being hindered?
Nidaa Al Watan: At a time when the aspirations of people with disabilities in Lebanon run up against the most basic requirements for mobility and access, the “inclusive transport” crisis stands out as one of the most complex issues reflecting a deep gap between theoretical legislation and the troubled reality on the ground. While Law No. 220/2000 stipulates the right to accessibility to integrate…
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“Hallucinogenic” substances in the spotlight… Why are pharmaceutical companies racing to develop ketamine treatments?
CH23: Pharmaceutical companies are racing to develop treatments based on “ketamine,” after the drug emerged as an option for treating depression and mental disorders, amid expectations of major profits from a growing market. According to the American newspaper The New York Times, competition accelerated as the administration of President…
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Business activity in France contracts unexpectedly in October
Ad-Diyar: Business activity in France contracted unexpectedly in October, retreating from the growth recorded in September, amid political and financial pressures and growing corporate concerns about the economic outlook, according to a survey published by an institution…
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A jump in expenses cuts Palms Sports’ profits by 15% to $19 million
An-Nahar: Palms Sports’ net profit fell 15.3% to 70.75 million dirhams in 2026 amid higher administrative expenses and changes in revenue and cash flow…
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During his meeting with the Governor of the Bank of Lebanon, Aoun stresses monetary stability and banking reform
Lebanon 24: The Governor of the Bank of Lebanon, Karim Said, presented President Joseph Aoun with the results of his meetings in Bangkok, on the sidelines of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund. Said’s meetings included officials from the International Monetary Fund, the Arab Monetary Fund and the US Federal Reserve, as well as a number of governors…
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Real estate sales in Qatar rise 36% in September to $482 million
An-Nahar: Qatar’s real estate market saw a 36% increase in the value of sales transactions during September 2026, alongside a notable increase in mortgage activity and a concentration of activity in Doha…
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Lebanon 24: كشفت حصيلة وزارة الاقتصاد للأشهر العشرة الأولى من العام أن قطاع المولدات الخاصة بات المصدر الأول لمخالفات حماية المستهلك، إذ استحوذ على 615 محضراً من أصل 1,022 محضر ضبط نتجت عن 19,301 كشف ميداني بين مطلع كانون الثاني ومنتصف تشرين الأول، أي ما يقارب 60 في…
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Oil Near $114 and Gold Retreats... Concerns Over Energy and Artificial Intelligence
An-Nahar: Global markets face challenges amid rising energy prices and concerns about returns on artificial intelligence, with gold retreating and stocks posting mixed performance…
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Sanders transfers one million dollars to Abdul-Sayed’s campaign to counter AIPAC spending
Ad-Diyar: The New York Times revealed that Senator Bernie Sanders was extremely angry when he learned on Wednesday that “the country’s largest pro-Israel lobbying group plans to spend up to 9 million dollars to defeat Abdul…”
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Bekaa bears the heaviest cost
Lebanon 24: The annual inflation rate issued by the Central Administration of Statistics, which stood at 16.66 percent in August, conceals a wide gap between governorates: prices rose by only 11.98 percent in Beirut, while reaching 20.51 percent in Bekaa, 18.52 percent in Nabatieh, and 16.97 percent in Mount Lebanon…
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Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich: A comprehensive military operation in the West Bank is necessary to dismantle the Authority, collect weapons, and kill militants
Ad-Diyar: Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich: A comprehensive military operation in the West Bank is necessary to dismantle the Authority, collect weapons, and kill…
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Fars, citing an informed source: We warn that if oil smuggling resumes, action against the violating vessels and the technical systems supporting them will be much harsher
Ad-Diyar: Fars, citing an informed source: We warn that if oil smuggling resumes, action against the violating vessels and the technical systems supporting them will be much harsher…
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A US plan for economic espionage against China? What a report revealed and the Pentagon denied
An-Nahar: A report on US-China competition in technology and economic espionage, highlighting US measures and restrictions to strengthen security…