EXPLAINER Israeli-backed Phalange militia killed between 2,000 and 3,500 Palestinian refugees and Lebanese civilians in two days. It was one of the most harrowing massacres committed in the Lebanese civil war, a conflict known for its brutality. Shatila, a Palestinian refugee camp, and the adjacent neighbourhood of Sabra are located southwest of Lebanon’s capital city […]
Daily Archives: September 16, 2022
“When I was first appointed as United Nations Resident Coordinator two and a half years ago, it was clear to many that beyond the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, the education system was managing complex and longstanding obstacles, including a highly decentralised education sector, outdated infrastructure, and decreasing numbers of students. These obstacles were contributing […]
Second outbreak of clashes in three days amid sudden rise in tensions along border between the two former Soviet republics. Officials from the Kyrgyz border guard have accused Tajik forces of opening fire on several of its outposts in an escalation of tension two days after a brief confrontation between the two Central Asian nations. […]
The days are starting to feel like fall and I’m SO ready for all of the fall flavors. In this roundup you’ll find delicious, healthy back to school dinner ideas that use up seasonal produce and that the whole family will love — kiddos included! Skip the boxed mac and cheese and add some flavor, […]
Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Michael Kors As usual, Michael Kors had one of the most powerful and international front rows of New York Fashion Week. This was clear to attendees as soon as we approached the Meatpacking District venue Wednesday: Fans and paparazzi were already crowded around the entrance, eager to catch a glimpse of Keke […]
Who We AreA family-run company, Massimo Bonini empowers imagination, supporting designers and creators in building strong brands through synergies, experience and a focus on organic growth. The power of community, new ideas and the expression of creativity though savoir-faire and a modern approach to luxury are the pillars to Massimo Bonini’s strategy. Founded in the […]
Ukrainian authorities have found a mass grave in woods near the northeastern city of Izyum, days after recapturing it from occupying Russian forces. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed the discovery of the burial site — containing some 440 bodies — in his address to the country on Thursday night. A regional police official said earlier […]
Every fashion week, we don’t just pay attention to the clothes going down the runway — we have keen eyes for the accessories, especially the handbags. When it comes to what we wear, a handbag is a small, but powerful, tool. It can pull an outfit together or be the sole reason you make it […]
“Civic space is shrinking. Distrust and disinformation are growing. And polarization is undermining democratic institutions,” Secretary-General António Guterres said in his video message marking the day. Raise the alarm He said that “now is the time” to raise the alarm, and “reaffirm that democracy, development, and human rights are interdependent and mutually reinforcing”. “Now is […]
WWE legend “Rowdy” Roddy Piper died of a heart attack on July 31, 2015, leaving behind millions of fans to mourn the most famous heel in pro wrestling. Jesse Grant/WireImage for Yari Film Group/Getty“Rowdy” Roddy Piper, pictured in 2007. Superstar WWE wrestler Roddy “Rowdy” Piper died suddenly and unexpectedly on July 31, 2015, in his […]