Lebanon's Education Minister Abbas Halabi announced on Sunday that the official school year will commence on November 4, with remote or hybrid learning options, and that registration will be conducted electronically. The Minister also stated that private universities can resume classes starting Monday. He explained that the decision will be made by each university administration, taking into account the circumstances of the students. Halabi added that the choice between in-person and remote learning will be at the universities' discretion and responsibility. Source: National News Agency - Lebanon
Temperatures to Ease Through Friday After Days of Intense Heat
August 11, 2026
Amman: Temperatures are forecast to decline gradually through the end of the week, returning to seasonal averages by Friday, while very hot conditions continue to affect the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba, according to the Jordan Meteorologica…