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BEIRUT: Syrian troops and rebel gunmen carried out attacks across Syria on Saturday, killing at least nine people in a surge of violence that threatened a UN-brokered cease-fire. The bloodshed came as the UN Security Council considered whether to send the first wave of military observers to monitor the fragile truce between the two sides. See more here: Syrian troops, rebels step up attacks, killing 9

BEIRUT: UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said Monday thUN’s Ban: Syria must allow observers full accesse Syrian government is responsible for guaranteeing UN observers full freedom of movement to monitor the country’s tenuous cease-fire, which appeared to be unraveling as regime forces pounded the opposition stronghold of Homs, activists said. Originally posted here: UN’s Ban: Syria must allow observers full access

She’s always up to something super-hot, and Irina Shayk’s latest modeling gig is a shoe campaign for Spanish footwear company XTi. The Russian beauty looks amazing in the photo spread, giving consumers all the more reason to pick up some new kicks this spring. In an interview, Irina talked about how she views her own sex appeal and her favorite bathing suits to wear to the beach. “I love a small Brazilian bikini, that’s why people think I am from Brazil. I love to have a small tan line and...

Hard at work on their new project, Emma Watson and Kirsten Dunst were spotted on the Los Angeles, CA set of”The Bling Ring” on Tuesday (March 27). The two actresses looked gorgeous as they separately traversed around the filming grounds, socializing with the rest of the cast and crew in between takes. As for the ladies’ appearances, Miss Watson sported new, longer locks with black leggings and a black star patterned sweater while Miss Dunst showed off her fit legs in a more business casual...

Spotted acting like a true New Yorker, Emma Roberts made a mad dash after a taxi cab in the Big Apple on Tuesday (March 27). The “Adult World” cutie pulled off a fashionable cab hail in skinny jeans, black booties and a leather jacket all while checking her phone. Anytime we see the 21-year-old actress out and about she always looks fab, but according to her, style and comfort go hand in hand. In a recent interview with Hollywood Life, Miss Roberts shared her fashion tips, saying, “When...

Strutting her coveted curves down the catwalk, Kate Upton modeled a slew of sexy looks during Liverpool Fashion Fest in Mexico city, Mexico earlier today (March 2). Flaunting her assets in a low-cut, orange chiffon gown, the blonde bombshell and her tousled curls worked the runway to much applause. Miss Upton recently opened up about her famous figure, promptly noting that she doesn’t limit herself from goodies every now and again. “I never deprive myself. If I’m craving something once a...

He’s having a great day as an official 18-year-old, and Justin Bieber called into Ryan Seacrest’s radio show to give an update on his crazy life. Regarding the rumors that he was getting an inner-lip tattoo, the “Baby” singer explained, “No, no, no, no. I think they wash out in like a year anyway. I don’t know if I’d go through the pain of getting one on my lip.” And while he loves Selena Gomez, they’re not betrothed yet- “First and foremost, I’m not engaged. You know, we’re still young, at...

Looking ahead to July 3, 2012, the folks over at Universal Pictures have released a teaser trailer for “Despicable Me 2.” And given the success for the original film back in 2010 (grossing $543 million worldwide), it’s no wonder Illumination Entertainment is ready with a second dose of awesomeness. This time around, the voices of Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Russell Brand, Al Pacino, and Miranda Cosgrove bring to life a whole new set of adventures. Directors Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud are...

Making a statement in the City of Lights, Katy Perry was spotted sporting a see-through dress while out and about in Paris, France today (March 1). From under her blue coif, the “Hot N Cold” songstress peered out through her oversized sunglasses and walked to a nearby Paris Fashion Week event. And coming up on March 13th, Katy’s Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection hits stores, with the single “Part of Me” doing well on the Billboard Hot 100. Ms. Perry told press, “It feels like the record...

LONDON: Moody’s Investors Service yesterday changed the outlook to positive from negative for the Corporate Family (CFR) and Probability of Default Rating (PDR) of Aldar Properties PJSC (Aldar) and affirmed the B2 CFR and PDR as well as B3 ratings for Aldar’s $1.25 billion (0.87 billion euros) bond (due in 2014 and issued by Atlantic Finance Ltd.) as well as its AED3.75 billion (0.71 billion euros) sukuk (due in 2013 and issued by Sukuk Funding (No. 2) Ltd. More: Moody’s changes Aldar’s...

BEIRUT: Global CFO optimism is wavering, according to a recent study by Deloitte entitled “Q4 2011 Global CFO Signals Report.” Conducted on a semi-annual basis for the past two years in the Middle Eastern region, the Deloitte CFO survey is the only report for major corporate users of capital that gauges attitudes towards the general economic outlook, financing, valuations and risk. Read this article: ‘Middle East CFO optimism plummets to two-year low’

BEIRUT: Trade exchange between Saudi Arabia and other countries rose to $358 billion by the end of 2010, Commerce and Industry Minister Tawfiq Al-Rabiah said yesterday. “Saudi Arabia has become a major investment-friendly country in the world,” he said while addressing the Saudi-Lebanese Economic Forum in Beirut on its opening day. Continue reading here: Kingdom’s foreign trade jumps to $358 billion

ISLAMABAD:? President Asif Ali Zardari has summoned the first session for the 10th parliamentary year of the Senate on March 12. Newly elected members will take oath during the session and the election for a new Chairman and Deputy Chairman will take place. Spokesperson to the President Farhatullah Babar said that Zardari, on the advice of Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, had approved the nomination of Senator Afrasiab Khattak to preside over the first Senate session. Senate elections As...

ISLAMABAD:? As sales of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) drop due to high prices, leading producer Oil and Gas Development Company (OGDC) finds it difficult to dispose of the stock. “We have a stock of 626 tons of LPG at different fields, but companies are not interested in lifting the gas,” a senior official of OGDC said, adding only the Kunnar-Pasakhi Deep field held a stock of 585 tons. He said the company offered LPG from Kunnar-Pasakhi field to all 91 marketing companies, but only five...

The always stunning Kate Upton was spotted amongst the travelers trekking through LAX Airport in Los Angeles on Wednesday (February 29). The 2012 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover girl donned a green leather jacket over a sheer black top with skinny jeans and tall boots during her afternoon travels. Aside from today’s sighting, if you think that Miss Upton looks hot on the cover of SI, just wait until you watch her new commercial! The 19-year-old strips down at a drive-in theatre while...