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Archaeologists excavating ruins in Libya discovered over 100 game boards carved into stone, revealing how people entertained themselves 2,000 years ago. The find offers a glimpse into the playful side of ancient daily life.
Libya's Defense Ministry is partnering with the Red Cross to expand humanitarian training programs that will help protect human rights and locate missing persons. The collaboration marks a meaningful step forward for humanitarian efforts in the region.
Two organizations from opposite sides of the world just joined forces to help disaster survivors and refugees across three continents. Indonesia's national charity agency and a Libyan humanitarian group are launching coordinated relief missions from flood-hit communities to new educational centers.
After more than ten years of division, Libya's rival governments just agreed on a single national budget for the first time since 2013. The breakthrough marks a rare moment of cooperation in a country split by conflict since 2014.
Mount Arkanu's ancient rocky rings have sheltered nomadic herders and their cattle for millennia in one of Earth's driest places. Rock art on the walls proves this green oasis has been a lifeline in the Sahara for thousands of years.
Paul Rees lost his ability to walk after a mine explosion in Bosnia, survived 21 days of captivity in Libya, and now dedicates his life to helping fellow veterans heal. His story shows how the hardest battles often come after service ends.
Nigeria welcomed 145 citizens home from Libya this week, providing them with medical care, food, and counseling as they begin their journey back to normal life. The compassionate reception shows how nations can work together to bring people home with dignity.
The eastern Libyan city of Benghazi has transformed from a war-torn battleground into a stable, rebuilt urban center 15 years after the revolution that ended Muammar Gaddafi's dictatorship. While Libya remains politically divided, daily life in Benghazi shows remarkable recovery and renewed hope for residents.
Archaeologists have discovered a 100-meter underwater "ship graveyard" off Libya's coast, revealing centuries of Mediterranean maritime history. After a 13-year pause due to civil war, the team returned to uncover remarkable insights into ancient trade routes.
Libya has officially eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, protecting future generations from a painful disease that causes preventable blindness. The victory makes Libya the 28th country worldwide to defeat this ancient eye disease, despite years of political instability and humanitarian challenges.
After a three-month absence in Libya, striker Albert Amoah returned to Asante Kotoko and scored an incredible bicycle kick just 28 minutes into his comeback match. His dramatic goal highlights a thrilling weekend in Ghana's Premier League that saw multiple comeback stories and championship dreams taking shape.
The Middle East is rapidly expanding its solar and battery storage infrastructure, with emerging markets like Iraq, Libya, and Yemen joining the renewable energy surge. Major suppliers and decision-makers gathered in Abu Dhabi last week to chart the region's clean energy future.
Libyan authorities shut down illegal detention facilities and rescued over 400 migrants held in appalling conditions, including an underground prison three meters below ground. UN teams are now providing medical care and working to dismantle trafficking networks.