

War Diary: Day 249
Hala Abdallah 2024-06-11 21:18 - Reading : less than a minute
From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for June 11th, 2024.

Lebanon Hosts Region's Biggest Padel Tournament with World's Top Players
Hala Abdallah 2024-06-10 15:43 - Reading : less than a minute
The world's top padel players gathered at Nouhad Naufal Stadium on Sunday for the region's biggest padel tournament. Arturo Coello (ranked first in the world), Agustin Tapia (ranked third), Juan Lebron (ranked fourth), and Paquito Navarro (ranked 8th), competed alongside high-level Lebanese players such as Jamil Ali Hassan, Marc Boustany, and ...

Women's Futsal Is Back With World Cup Dreams
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-31 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
The Lebanese Football Association has given women's futsal a second chance, as the national team will once again represent Lebanon internationally. Their next goal is to qualify for the first-ever FIFA Women's Futsal World Cup.

21 Lebanese Girls Become Ambassadors for a Day
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-29 08:07 - Reading : less than a minute
British Ambassador to Lebanon H.E. Hamish Cowell celebrated 21 winners of the "Ambassador for a Day" competition on Tuesday at his residence in Baabda.

War Diary: Day: 219
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-12 20:43 - Reading : less than a minute
From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for May 12th, 2024.

War Diary: Day: 218
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-11 20:27 - Reading : less than a minute
From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for May 11th, 2024.

Fans React to Al Riyadi's Win in FIBA WASL-West Asia League Final
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-09 11:56 - Reading : less than a minute
Passionate basketball fans gathered in cafes across the country on Wednesday night to witness Al Riyadi's 100-78 victory over Shahrdary Gorgan in a decisive Game 3, retaining the FIBA WASL-West Asia crown. #AlRiyadiClub #FibaWASL

Lebanon Reveals Olympic Ambitions on World Athletics Day
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-07 22:32 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
As the world celebrates World Athletics Day, Lebanon's athletics athletes strive to etch their names into Olympic history. May 7 marks World Athletics Day, a global celebration aimed at inspiring and educating youth about the significance of athletics, including running, throwing, walking and jumping. "Athletics is the base of all ...

Al Riyadi Dominates Game 2, One Step Closer to Finals
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-05 21:34 - Reading : less than a minute
Al Riyadi Beirut basketball team won Game 2 of the final 4 series on Sunday, defeating Homentemen with a score of 102-86 in Mezher.

Al Ahed Heads to AFC Cup Final for the Last Time
Hala Abdallah 2024-05-02 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon's Al Ahed football club is gearing up to take on Australia's Central Coast Mariners in the AFC Cup final on May 5th. Could this be their second and last victory?

Lebanon and Egypt Collaborate to Renovate Beirut's Largest Football Stadium
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-30 10:11 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Restoration efforts are underway at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium, the home of Lebanon's largest football stadium, following a collaborative agreement between Lebanon and Egypt. A delegation of specialized engineers, accompanied by representatives from the Lebanese Ministry of Youth and Sports and the football federation, visited the ...

Will FIBA Reduce Sanctions on Al Riyadi Club?
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-23 20:46 - Reading : less than a minute
Following an unprecedented incident during a FIBA WASL game between Al Riyadi and Sagesse SC, Vice President Tammam Jaroudi told This is Beirut that this is the highest sanction ever imposed on the club, and they are currently in talks with FIBA to negotiate a reduction.

Football Stadium or Horror Set? Inside Beirut Sports City Stadium
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-23 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon's largest football stadium, the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium, currently lies in ruins due to years of neglect. However, there's hope on the horizon as the Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports plans to renovate the stadium's surface. Could it once again become the venue for regional tournaments?

War Diary: Day 197
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-20 20:28 - Reading : less than a minute
From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for April 20th, 2024.

'MESH' Aims to Unite the Lebanese Through Art
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-19 22:40 - Reading : less than a minute
MESH: Art and Fashion Exhibition is now open for visitors who are invited to engage with traditional crafts and reconnect with the beauty of Lebanese culture and art.

Egyptian Ambassador Hosts Quintet Meeting, Senses Flexibility from Lebanese Politicians
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-16 19:52 - Reading : less than a minute
The Egyptian ambassador to Lebanon, Alaa Moussa, hosted a quintet committee meeting in the presence of several MPs on Tuesday at his residence.

Catherine Haddad Aims to Take Lebanon to the Olympics
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-15 13:33 - Reading : less than a minute
Meet Catherine Haddad, a Lebanese-American dressage rider who is aiming to become the first in her field to represent Lebanon in high-level international competitions like the Olympics.

Pascal Sleiman Killed in Syria, Anger Erupts in Jbeil
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-08 22:43 - Reading : less than a minute
Tensions escalate in Jbeil following the tragic news of Pascal Sleiman's death in Syria. The Lebanese Forces Coordinator was abducted on Sunday and found dead on Monday night. [readmore url="https://thisisbeirut.com.lb/lebanon/243160"]

Outrage Grows as Lebanese Forces Coordinator Remains Abducted
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-08 11:43 - Reading : less than a minute
Members and supporters of the Lebanese Forces are currently protesting in Jbeil following the abduction of LF coordinator Pascal Sleiman on Sunday.

War Diary: Day 183
Hala Abdallah 2024-04-06 22:15 - Reading : less than a minute
From Gaza to Lebanon, This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war between Hamas and Israel and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for April 6th, 2024.

War Diary: Day 176
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-30 22:43 - Reading : less than a minute
This Is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza. Here are the main highlights for March 30th, 2024

Olympics for Drug Users? 'Enhanced Games' Coming Soon
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-23 18:37 - Reading : less than a minute
The Enhanced Games Qualifiers for doping athletes are scheduled to take place on the day the Paris Olympics close. While some are warning of serious health risks, potentially leading to deaths, its founder Aron D'Souza claims that it's "safer than the Olympics."

War Diary: Day 168
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-22 21:14 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza. Here are the main highlights for March 22, 2024.

Arz Zahreddine Will No Longer Represent Lebanon
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-15 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute
Arz Zahreddine, the sole representative of Lebanon in the Paralympics, is now seeking to acquire citizenship from another Arab nation as this year would be the last year during which he represents his country. Arz did not disclose which country he intends to represent next year.

Ramadan Illuminates Beirut Souks Again
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-11 16:49 - Reading : less than a minute
The spirit of Ramadan is alive at Beirut Souks, where @Fanoussy is organizing a wide range of activities to bring people together during the holy month.

War Diary: Day 155
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-09 22:57 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza and southern Lebanon. Here are the main highlights for March 9th, 2024.

Rugby Federation Chooses Women Over Men to Represent Lebanon
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-08 13:18 - Reading : less than a minute
Despite the challenges of a less popular and underfunded rugby scene, Lebanon's women's rugby players seized the recognition they deserve from the federation this year, earning the chance to proudly represent Lebanon abroad. More tournaments await these resilient athletes, proving that determination knows no limits and no gender.

Empowering Women in Lebanese Sports – A Special Message From Icons
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-08 10:03 - Reading : less than a minute
On the occasion of International Women's Day, successful figures in the Lebanese sports industry deliver a special message through This Is Beirut to the world.

Riyadi Women's Basketball Team Crowned Champions of Lebanon
Hala Abdallah 2024-03-04 21:39 - Reading : less than a minute
Riyadi Women's basketball team were crowned champions of Lebanon on Monday after defeating Beirut SC 78-49 in the fourth game of the League finals.

Lebanon Sweeps FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers' Window 1 With Two Wins
Hala Abdallah 2024-02-27 13:26 - Reading : less than a minute
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Lebanon defeated Bahrain with a 94-63 score on Monday, completing a clean sweep of their assignments in the opening window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers. The second window is scheduled for November 2024.