Hizbullah takes aim at confessional system

The battle lines in the June 2009 elections started to take shape on Monday as electoral lists and programs were nearly finalized ahead of the constitutional deadline for submitting candidacy on Tuesday.

While Hizbullah already announced its candidates last week and presented its electoral program on Monday, other parties were waiting for the last minute before announcing their final lists.

Meanwhile, speculation surrounded the possible candidacy of Premier Fouad Siniora, who some sources insisted would not run, while others said he may enter the race early Tuesday.

Hizbullah announced its electoral program on Monday during a press conference held in Beirut's southern suburbs.

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Local charity makes ailing 8-year-old's dream come true with playful wedding

Khouloud, an 8-year old battling life-threatening cancer, was given her "dream wedding" on Sunday by Tamanna Lebanon, a non-profit association that grants the wishes of children with chronic illnesses.

Established in 2005,Tamanna helps children between the ages of 3 and 18 realize their dreams. The foundation exists to provide joy, strength and hope to Lebanon's critically ill children, granting their fondest wishes, regardless of nationality, religion, and socioeconomic or cultural background.

More than 100 family members and friends of Khouloud and her young "bridegroom," Karim, 12, attended the playful two-hour ceremony at the Dunes New Ballroom in Beirut.

Khouloud and Karim met at the hospital where they receive medical treatment for cancer.

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