From Rubble to Life: Beirut 4 Years After August 4
Maureen Décor 04/08 12:16 - Reading : less than a minute
Four years after the Beirut harbor explosion, the scars of the past are still visible in Mar Mikhail and Gemmayze, but their streets are vibrating again, a symbol of Lebanese resilience.
First Notes of the Dhour Shweir Jazz Festival
Maureen Décor 06/07 14:01 - Reading : less than a minute
Friday marked the launch of the third edition of the Dhour Shweir International Jazz Festival, with an eclectic line-up of local and international artists.
Thousands of Lebanese Celebrate Cherries in Hammana
Maureen Décor 10/06 13:13 - Reading : less than a minute
On Sunday, thousands of visitors flocked to Hammana for the cherry festival, marking the start of the harvest.
Beit Tamanna: The Philanthropic Guesthouse
Maureen Décor 06/06 09:36 - Reading : less than a minute
Entirely designed by Lebanese architects and artists, the Beit Tamanna guest house donates all its revenues to the Tamanna NGO, which has been making dreams come true for sick children since 2005.
Health Emergency in Ersal: An Epidemic Outbreak
Maureen Décor 27/05 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Since the decrease in UNICEF funding, wastewater management in Ersal has deteriorated, leading to the spread of diseases that local medical institutions are unable to contain.
Skoun: 20 Years in the Fight Against Addiction
Maureen Décor 20/05 12:57 - Reading : less than a minute
For over 20 years, the NGO Skoun has been supporting individuals struggling with addictions, offering therapeutic and medical services, while campaigning for better addiction prevention and care in Lebanon.
Beaches Gear up for the Summer Season
Maureen Décor 11/05 10:30 - Reading : less than a minute
As summer approaches, Lebanese seaside resorts are putting the finishing touches on their preparations, while public beaches are already welcoming an influx of visitors.
Commemoration of the Great Famine: Honoring Lebanese Resilience
Maureen Décor 03/05 11:36 - Reading : less than a minute
On Thursday, May 2, at the Great Famine Memorial, intellectuals, historians and students gathered to pay tribute to the victims of this tragic chapter in Lebanese history.
USJ CFP: Lifelong Learning at Its Core
Maureen Décor 26/04 08:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Since 2017, the USJ Professional Training Center has been supporting active professionals with courses focused on technical skills and personal development.
Big Cleanup at Nahr el-Kalb for Earth Day
Maureen Décor 22/04 17:39 - Reading : less than a minute
This Monday, on Earth Day, several Lebanese tour operators organized a beach cleanup at Nahr el-Kalb in preparation for the summer season.
Six Months of Bombardment in Lebanon: Chronology of an Escalation
Maureen Décor 08/04 09:23 - Reading : less than a minute
Six months after the start of Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, This is Beirut revisits the key dates of a conflict that is escalating.
Ramadan and Easter in Tripoli, a Symbol of Coexistence
Maureen Décor 31/03 23:07 - Reading : less than a minute
This year in Tripoli, Easter and Ramadan coexist, imbuing the streets and places of worship with a fraternal and spiritual atmosphere.
Historical Cocoa Price Records: What Impacts in Lebanon?
Maureen Décor 27/03 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
The price of cocoa has reached 9,000 dollars per ton, a historic figure whose repercussions in Lebanon are likely to be felt in the coming weeks.
In Tripoli, the Living Tradition of the Zambo Carnival
Maureen Décor 17/03 21:36 - Reading : less than a minute
Tripoli's Orthodox Christians paraded through the streets of Mina on Sunday in a festive atmosphere, a tradition that marks the last day before Lent.
National Nature Reserves Day: Visitors Flock to Barouk
Maureen Décor 11/03 12:58 - Reading : less than a minute
On Sunday, Lebanon's nature reserves opened their doors free of charge to the public on the occasion of National Nature Reserves Day.
Hymenoplasty in Lebanon: Social Pressure, Tradition, and Freedom
Maureen Décor 08/03 12:45 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
“In some cultures, the woman's hymen is believed to impact her marriage prospects, her family's reputation, and even her private life." Accompanied by images of flowers symbolizing the female genitals, this phrase, found on the website of a Lebanese plastic surgery specialist, promotes hymenoplasty, a surgical procedure aimed at ...
International Women's Day: Upcoming Events in Beirut
Maureen Décor 07/03 18:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Conference, forum, citizen café, debate: here are the events organized in Beirut to mark International Women's Day. 1. "Women's Navigator in Lebanon" An annual forum enabling women to acquire the skills they need for professional success. Organized by ACUA (Association for Collaborative Unified Aims). From 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Beirut ...
Rehabilitation of the Villa Al-Makassed: A Sustainable and Social Project
Maureen Décor 05/03 22:18 - Reading : less than a minute
On Tuesday, the Al-Makassed Islamic Philanthropic Association inaugurated the closing of its project to renovate the historic Al-Makassed villa. This social project, carried out by apprentices in the BINA program of the European Institute for Cooperation and Development, received financial support from the International Alliance for Heritage ...
2 Years of War: Ukrainians of Lebanon Speak Out
Maureen Décor 24/02 13:45 - Reading : less than a minute
There are those who have lived in Lebanon for decades, those who found refuge there after the Russian invasion, and those who come from both cultures. The Ukrainians of Lebanon speak out, two years after the start of the war.
Building Collapses: A Symbol of State Failure
Maureen Décor 20/02 23:37 - Reading : less than a minute
The collapse of a building in Choueifat on Monday evening, which caused the deaths of four people, a few days after a similar tragedy, raises the question of compliance with building standards and the responsibility of the Lebanese political authorities.
Wednesday, Deadliest Day for Southern Lebanon
Maureen Décor 15/02 14:14 - Reading : less than a minute
Wednesday, February 14, was the deadliest day in southern Lebanon since Israeli bombardments began, with at least 12 people killed, including 6 women and 3 children.
What to Expect From Séjourné's Visit to Lebanon
Maureen Décor 05/02 13:50 - Reading : less than a minute
On Tuesday, February 6, the new head of French diplomacy, Stéphane Séjourné, will visit Lebanon to round off his first tour of the Middle East.
Khalil Helou to TIB: 'The Americans Are in a Bind' in the Regional Crisis
Maureen Décor 29/01 21:50 - Reading : less than a minute
For the first time since October 7, American soldiers have been shot down in a drone attack claimed by Iranian-backed combatant groups. Former General Khalil Helou gives us his analysis of this event, which could mark a turning point in the regional crisis.
France: 14.7 Million Euros to Help Lebanese Education
Maureen Décor 25/01 08:30 - Reading : less than a minute
France is to contribute 14.7 million euros to support the Lebanese education system. This contribution will be made via AFD as part of the TREF program, piloted by UNICEF and the Lebanese Ministry of Education.
Draw Me Lebanon
Maureen Décor 02/01 12:12 - Reading : less than a minute
Benoit Debbane, Yvan Debs, and Armand Homsi tell us how they use the pencil to sketch the outlines of a society and a human nature that they mock, protest against, and marvel at.
SIDC's Mobile Clinic: HIV Prevention
Maureen Décor 2023-12-01 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
To mark World AIDS Day on December 1st, This is Beirut followed the Society for Inclusion and Development in Communities and Care for All (SIDC) team as they conducted their daily screening rounds using their mobile clinic.