Author: Steven Sahiounie

The recent detonation of communication devices that left thousands injured could be the start of a military escalation On September 17, a series of explosions rocked Lebanon, as pagers used by the militant group Hezbollah for communication were detonated. The blasts occurred in the southern suburbs of Beirut, a stronghold of Hezbollah, as well as other parts of the country and Syria. According to Reuters, the explosions lasted for more than half an hour, claiming at least 12 lives, including the ten-year-old daughter of a Hezbollah member. Thousands were injured, including Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon. The next day, Lebanon witnessed another wave of…

G42, a UAE-based leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing, has announced a partnership with NVIDIA to boost climate technology by focusing on developing AI-powered solutions aimed at significantly improving weather forecasting on a global scale. The collaboration builds upon the NVIDIA Earth-2 platform, an open-source initiative designed to accelerate the process of climate and weather prediction using high-resolution AI-enhanced simulations. This platform aims to revolutionize how weather data is analyzed and forecasted worldwide. In the first phase of their partnership, G42 and NVIDIA will develop a kilometer-scale weather prediction model. This model is designed to enhance the accuracy…

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has issued a stark warning that approximately 282 million people globally are at risk of facing acute hunger due to the negative impacts of the La Niña climate phenomenon. La Niña is a recurring event characterized by unusually cold ocean temperatures in the Pacific, leading to extreme weather events like droughts, floods, hurricanes, and heavy rainfall. Escalating Hunger Crisis Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Dominique Burgeon, head of FAO’s Geneva office, noted that the number of people affected is likely to rise. According to the Climate Prediction Center’s probabilistic forecast released in…

A recent report by Reuters has unveiled compelling information about Krisztina Barsone Arszidiakono, the Hungarian woman whose name has been tied to the “pager” explosions in Lebanon, targeting members of the Lebanese group Hezbollah. Who Is Krisztina Barsone Arszidiakono? According to the report, Krisztina is 49 years old, holding both Italian and Hungarian citizenships. She is fluent in seven languages and holds a PhD in particle physics. Krisztina’s Budapest apartment is reportedly filled with paintings she created, reflecting her artistic side. Her career also includes humanitarian work that took her across Africa and Europe. The Pager Explosions Connection Krisztina was…

Authorities in the Tata region of southeastern Morocco reported that an exceptional flood on Friday night caused a bus to be swept away, resulting in the deaths of two passengers and 14 others reported missing. The local authorities confirmed that the incident, caused by severe flooding, left two people dead and 14 others unaccounted for. Fortunately, 13 passengers were rescued from the floodwaters. In addition to the tragic loss of life, another woman has been reported missing due to the flash floods, according to the same source. Record Water Levels in Rivers The unprecedented rainfall led to significant rises in…

Comprehensive Evaluation of Sports Federations On Saturday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi called for a complete evaluation of sports federations that participated in the Paris 2024 Olympics. He instructed a detailed review to improve the sports system, ensuring transparency and accountability. Removing Obstacles for Athletes President Sisi emphasized removing challenges faced by athletes and various sports teams. His goal is to help athletes perform at their best, representing Egypt honorably on the global stage. Immediate Financial Review Based on a report from the Minister of Youth and Sports, President Sisi ordered a legal review of how funds were spent by…

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator Between Tuesday and Wednesday, 32 people were killed and about 4,000 injured by exploding handheld devices, including pagers, walkie-talkie radios, mobile phones, laptops, and even solar power cells across Lebanon, with two children among the dead. Many of the injured lost fingers, hands, and eyes, with some 300 in critical condition according to the Health Ministry’s press briefing on Thursday morning. Hassan Nasrallah, Secretary General of Hezbollah, gave a televised address on Thursday evening. Nasrallah explained how Israel had sent direct and indirect messages on Tuesday threatening the Lebanese resistance that more attacks would…

Kristiana Barsone Arzdiakono, the Hungarian woman linked to the “exploding pagers” incidents in Lebanon, is currently under the protection of Hungarian intelligence agencies, according to her mother, as reported by the Associated Press. Her mother explained that Kristiana received unspecified threats and now stays in a secure location. Hungarian intelligence protects her and advised her to avoid media contact. Hungarian national security authorities have yet to comment, and the Associated Press has not independently verified these claims. Reuters reports that Kristiana, 49, holds Italian and Hungarian citizenships. She speaks seven languages and earned a PhD in particle physics. Her Budapest…

Hezbollah announced on Saturday that it had launched a barrage of Katyusha rockets at an Israeli battalion stationed with the Golani Brigade. In a statement, Hezbollah declared, “In support of the resilient Palestinian people in Gaza, and backing their honorable resistance, as well as in response to the enemy’s attacks on southern Lebanese villages and civilian homes, our fighters have targeted the 631st reconnaissance battalion of the Golani Brigade in the Ramot Naftali barracks with a volley of Katyusha rockets.” Israeli Army Radio reported that 25 rocket volleys were launched from Lebanon, hitting multiple locations, but there were no reports…

The spokesperson for Egypt’s Ministry of Health, Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, announced on Saturday that initial tests conducted on water stations and homes in Aswan have shown no signs of bacterial contamination or microbiological changes in the water supply. Rise in Hospital Visits Due to Gastrointestinal Symptoms Abdel Ghaffar noted a recent increase in the number of patients visiting hospitals in Aswan, reporting symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In response, the Prime Minister directed all relevant state agencies to investigate the source of these symptoms and provide support to affected individuals. Decline in Hospitalized Cases The health spokesperson highlighted…