Family returns to Lebanon to find a crater where their 50-year-old home once stood

The United States has made direct contact with Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels despite designating them as terrorists, seeking a peaceful transition and pressing for the release of kidnapped journalist Austin Tice. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the importance of an inclusive and representative government in Syria, with respect for all Syrians' rights, as state institutions continue to provide essential services. Despite the terrorist designation, the US remains hopeful for a better future in...

Cameron Diaz and Jude Law starred in the 2006 film "The Holiday," which has become a modern Christmas classic despite mixed reviews upon its release. The iconic Rose Cottage was purpose-built for the film in Surrey, and the interior scenes were shot on a soundstage in LA. Real snow fell during filming in Surrey, and Amanda's LA mansion exterior is a real property in San Marino, California. The attention to detail by director Nancy Meyers...

The residents of Britain's happiest places to live, such as Woodbridge in East Suffolk, praised the strong community spirit and lush green surroundings of their beloved homes. Woodbridge topped this year's list compiled by Rightmove, with last year's winner Richmond-upon-Thames coming in second. Residents highlighted factors such as pride in their hometown, sense of belonging, community spirit, and recreational opportunities as reasons for their happiness. Full Article

Russia is withdrawing its military from the front lines in northern Syria and posts in the Alawite Mountains after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad, but is keeping its main bases in the country. The future of Russia's bases, including the Hmeimim airbase in Latakia and Tartous naval facility, is uncertain following Assad's ousting. Moscow is regrouping and redeploying its forces based on developments on the ground, with equipment and senior officers being moved back...

In 2018, Broadcom's $120 billion bid to acquire Qualcomm was rejected, with the Trump administration citing national security concerns. Broadcom later withdrew the offer, leading to a surge in its shares by 24% and reaching a market cap exceeding $1 trillion. Since abandoning the Qualcomm bid, Broadcom's shares have increased by over 760%, surpassing Qualcomm's gain of 165% and outperforming the S&P 500's 119% rise. Full Article

Ukrainian drone strikes in southern Russia resulted in the death of a 9-year-old boy and a fire at a major oil terminal, following a massive aerial attack by Russia on Ukraine's energy sector. The strikes caused casualties and damage, including a fuel depot fire, in retaliation for a previous Ukrainian attack on a Russian air base. The conflict continues to escalate, with ongoing drone attacks and uncertainty about the future due to potential changes in...