This year’s Eid al-Fitr in Lebanon didn’t bring the usual excitement. The holiday, which marks the end of Ramadan, was overshadowed by war and displacement. Israel’s strikes and Hezbollah’s involvement have turned a time meant for family gatherings into a scene of hardship. Over a million people ha
A team of 228 Ukrainian experts is now working across the Middle East to set up better ways to stop drones from causing trouble. Their goal isn’t just training—it’s about making sure countries in the region can handle drone threats without foreign help in the long run. At the same time, talks are he
Iran’s top leader recently shared a public message as the Persian New Year began. Instead of the usual greetings, he labeled 2024 as the “year of a resistance economy under national unity and security. ” The announcement came through a widely used messaging app, showing how leaders now blend traditi
Early in the conflict, the US aimed to weaken Iran’s military power and nuclear options. Leaders claimed Iran’s weapons could soon reach Europe or even America—though experts and intelligence reports disagreed. They also pushed for Iranian citizens to take control of their government, calling it the
In Pineville, South Carolina, a once-forgotten health clinic has reopened its doors after years of neglect. The Maude E. Callen Clinic, which opened in 1953, was a lifeline for Berkeley County’s low-income families—especially Black women and children. For decades, it provided care where hospitals we
Most people know seafood and nuts are healthy, but many don’t eat enough of the right ones. Omega-3 fats appear in foods that fight swelling, protect the heart, and keep the brain sharp. While supplements exist, real food packs these nutrients together with other helpful compounds. Some fish top th
The MoneyMasters Podcast, recorded at the 2026 Money Show in Las Vegas, features two veteran traders who share fresh ideas about how to navigate today’s market. First up is Sam Ro, the mind behind TKer. He explains that investors are feeling “indigestion” because the market is still absorbing a h
The war in the Middle East has pushed jet fuel prices to almost double, yet many U. S. airlines keep their eyes on the prize. At a recent industry meeting, United’s boss said the company could cover the extra fuel bill and even raise fares a bit. He pointed out that bookings in the past week were up
The election for the Forsyth County Board of Education ended without any shift in results, even after a formal recount was carried out. Both candidates had their votes tallied again by the county clerk’s office, and the final numbers matched those from the initial count. This means that the ca
The Hungarian Helsinki Committee (HHC) has warned the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) that a former interpreter of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Daria Boyarskaya, should be removed from its election observation team in Hungary. The move comes ahead of a critical vote o
