Ircad 2025: Beirut Leading the Charge in Medico-Surgical Innovation in the Middle East
Makram Haddad 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Ircad Beirut Lebanon Middle East
From March 26 to 29, 2025, Beirut will host the Ircad conference, a leading scientific event focused on the latest advances in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. This edition will place particular emphasis on robot-assisted urological surgery, an expanding field where artificial intelligence and robotics are revolutionizing surgical ...
Football: Lebanon Challenges Brunei, Asia in Sight
Makram Haddad 09:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The Lebanese national football team begins its third round of 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers with a clear objective: to make a strong impact right from the start. Miodrag Radulović's men face Brunei tonight at 8:30 PM (Beirut time) on the pitch of Al-Wakrah Stadium, a venue considered the “home” ground for the Lebanese players in these ...
Twenty Thousand Leagues on the Sea: Beirut and Cannes, United by a Passion for Yachting
Makram Haddad 22/03 14:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On the occasion of International Francophonie Day, which coincided this year with the 70th anniversary of the Beirut Yachting Club, a fresh breeze of renewal has swept over maritime relations between Lebanon and France. After seven decades of sailing together since 1955, the Beirut club has officially renewed its twinning agreement with the ...
Football: Lebanon Secures a Perfect Win Against East Timor
Makram Haddad 21/03 10:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Less than a week before the third-round qualification match for the 2027 Asian Cup, Lebanon successfully wrapped up its final test by defeating East Timor 4-0 in a friendly on Thursday night at Al-Khor Club in Doha. This convincing victory allowed head coach Miodrag Radulović to assess his squad and refine his selections ahead of the crucial ...
Football: Lebanon Put to the Test Against East Timor
Makram Haddad 20/03 09:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Football Friendly game
It is the final trial run before the big leap. Tonight at 8:00 PM (Beirut time), on the pitch of Al-Khor Club in Doha, the Lebanese national team faces East Timor in a friendly. A full-scale dress rehearsal before starting the battle for the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers. A real test for Miodrag Radulović and his men, who must show they are ready to ...
Football – Lebanon: Al-Ansar Stumbles, Nejmeh and Al-Ahed Take Advantage
Makram Haddad 17/03 13:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Ansar Safa Championship Nejmeh
Al-Ansar, halted in its stride, drops its first points of the season against a resilient Safa. Behind them, Nejmeh and al-Ahed seize the opportunity to close the gap, while Tadamon Tyr delivers an attacking spectacle. A look back at a thrilling 10th matchday. Al-Ansar Slowed Down, Title Race Reignited Everything had started well for the leader. ...
Football: The Cedars Ready for Battle, Heading to Doha for the Final Sprint
Makram Haddad 17/03 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Lebanese delegation left Beirut with a squad that is still incomplete. Only players from the local league, along with expatriates Majd Osman (Persik Kediri, Indonesia) and Hassan Srour (Hudood, Iraq), boarded the flight to the Qatari capital. The rest of the squad, including other foreign-based professionals and the coaching staff, will join ...
Lebanon's Participation in the 2025 Special Olympics Winter Games
Makram Haddad 16/03 15:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The journey of the Lebanese delegation at the 2025 Special Olympics Winter Games in Turin is coming to an end, marked by outstanding performances and unwavering commitment. With two medals—one silver and one bronze—Lebanese athletes have once again proven that passion and determination can break all barriers. Games in the Service of ...
Basketball: Riyadi Dominates, Sagesse Wins by a Narrow Margin
Makram Haddad 15/03 14:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Riyadi and La Sagesse remain unbeaten and continue their perfect run in the Lebanese Basketball Championship. Reigning champions Riyadi Beirut cruised past NSA without breaking a sweat, while La Sagesse Beirut had to fight until the last second to edge Homenetmen Beirut in a nail-biting finish on matchday 5. ...
Lebanon Wins Double Medals at the 2025 Special Olympics Winter Games
Makram Haddad 13/03 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
After a remarkable qualification for the finals, the Lebanese athletes confirmed their talent by stepping onto the podium twice at the Special Olympics Winter Games – Turin 2025. A Double Triumph for Lebanon Abbas Salhab delivered an exceptional performance, finishing second in the 200-meter snowshoeing race with a time of 1:12 ...
Riyadi Snatches Victory, La Sagesse Bounces Back
Makram Haddad 13/03 13:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
After their participation in the Wasl championship, the giants of Lebanese basketball returned to the local league with two contrasting victories: a hard-fought win for Riyadi (86-84 against Hoops) and a dominant success for La Sagesse (98-76 against Champville). La Sagesse Regains Momentum After a lackluster performance in Wasl, La Sagesse, ...
Lebanon Shines at the 2025 Special Olympics Winter Games
Makram Haddad 12/03 14:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon did not merely participate in the 2025 Special Olympics Winter Games in Turin — its athletes left their mark on the competition. Abbas Salhab and Tsouline Badr el-Din, competing in the demanding discipline of snowshoeing, took a significant step forward by qualifying for the 200-meter finals. A Unique Competition Dedicated to ...
Football: Lebanon Sharpens Its Weapons and Pedro Budib Enters the Fortress
Makram Haddad 11/03 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Football Lebanon Asian Cup Brunei
Determined to secure its ticket for the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon begins the third round of qualifications with the aim of dominating Group B, which also includes Yemen, Bhutan and Brunei Darussalam. The campaign starts with a trip to Brunei on March 25, followed by a friendly match on March 20 against East Timor, whose style of play ...
Football – Lebanon: Al-Ansar Surges Ahead, Safa Shines, and Nejmeh Bounces Back
Makram Haddad 10/03 18:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Al Ansar Lebanon Football Nejmeh Sagesse
Al-Ansar continues its impressive run! Still unbeaten, the Greens claim their ninth consecutive win by defeating Tadamon Tyr (3-1) and solidify their position at the top. Behind them, Safa stays relentless, putting on an attacking spectacle against Shabab Ghazieh (4-0). Nejmeh, struggling in recent weeks, finally breathes a sigh of relief with a ...
Basket-WASL: Riyadi Keeps Rolling, La Sagesse Breathes
Makram Haddad 10/03 09:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
This first phase was only a decisive step in the FIBA WASL-West Asia League 2024/2025, played in a two-round robin format with six teams competing. The team that accumulates the most points over both rounds will be crowned league champion. Additionally, the top three in the final standings will secure a direct ticket to the Final 8, scheduled for ...
Lebanon Set to Compete in the 2025 Special Olympics Winter Games
Makram Haddad 09/03 20:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
From March 8 to 15, 2025, Turin will become the world capital of inclusive sports as it hosts the Special Olympics Winter Games. This event, often overlooked by the general public, allows athletes with intellectual disabilities to experience the Olympic spirit in a competitive and festive environment. Among the 1,500 participants from 102 ...
Basketball - WASL: Riyadi Rolls, Sagesse Crumbles
Makram Haddad 09/03 09:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On Saturday night, in this highly anticipated WASL Cup showdown, those expecting a tightly contested battle were quickly disappointed. After a competitive first quarter, Riyadi took control and never let up. More aggressive and better organized, Ahmad Farran’s men dismantled a powerless Sagesse (85-59). “All the credit goes to the players. ...
Basket - WASL: At the End of the Suspense, La Sagesse and Riyadi Head for a Fiery Derby
Makram Haddad 08/03 10:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Friday night at Nouhad Nawfal Stadium offered a thrilling spectacle for basketball fans. Two games, two breathtaking scenarios, and, at the end of the suspense, two hard-fought victories by the top teams of the Cedar country, La Sagesse and Al Riyadi. First, the Greens had to battle until the last second to prevail against the Iraqis of Al-Difaa ...
Basketball – WASL: La Sagesse with Its Back Against the Wall vs. Al-Difaa
Makram Haddad 07/03 13:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Beaten at the buzzer in their opening game against Tabiat, La Sagesse has no room for error. Tonight (7:00 PM), the Greens have everything to play for against the Iraqis of Al-Difaa, a scrappy opponent that never backs down. Mandatory Reaction for the Green Castle La Sagesse let slip a game they should have wrapped up against Tabiat (88-87), ...
Beirut Marathon 2025: New Date, Same Passion!
Makram Haddad 06/03 16:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Beirut Marathon 2025: a schedule shift for one of Lebanon’s biggest sporting events. Originally set for Sunday, May 4, 2025, the Beirut Marathon will now take place on Thursday, May 1, due to municipal elections scheduled for the same date by the Ministry of Interior and Municipalities. A Race Against the Clock Faced with this scheduling ...
Basket-WASL: Al Riyadi Dominates, Amman Overwhelmed by the Yellow Storm
Makram Haddad 06/03 10:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The reigning champions showed no signs of weakness in their first game of the FIBA West Asia Super League (WASL). Al Riyadi, true to its reputation, cruised past Amman United Club with a commanding 108-88 victory on Wednesday night at Nouhad Nawfal Stadium. From the start, the Lebanese side took control, applying early pressure and securing ...
Football – Lebanon: Al-Ansar Widens the Gap, Safa Holds on and Nejmeh Reacts
Makram Haddad 28/02 13:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Football Lebanon Al Ansar Nejmeh
Al-Ansar remains flawless in the league and secures a victory in the clash against Al-Ahed (4-2), confirming its status as the undisputed leader. Meanwhile, Nejmeh regains momentum with a convincing win against Shabab Baalbeck (3-1). At the same time, Racing Beirut and Shabab Ghazieh achieve their first victories of the season. A recap of a 7th ...
Basketball: Lebanon Seals Perfect Asian Qualifiers Campaign
Makram Haddad 25/02 10:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Asia Basket Lebanon Wael Arakji Akram Halabi
Lebanon concluded its Asian recital in the best possible way! On Monday night, in a heated Nohad Nawfal arena, in front of nearly 4,000 spectators, the Cedars fought hard to tame the United Arab Emirates (91-88) and finish these qualifiers with an immaculate record: 6 wins in 6 games. Among the distinguished guests present, Akram Halabi, President ...
Christopher Feghali, the Rising Star of Lebanese Motorsport
Makram Haddad 24/02 17:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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Lebanon is gradually making its mark in motorsport thanks to a young prodigy: Christopher Feghali. At just 15, the young prodigy is stringing together top-level performances in Formula 4 and has just made his mark in the Winter Championship in Spain, where he battled against the greatest hopefuls of the discipline. An Intense Weekend on the ...
Sara Stephan Shines in Saalbach: A Historic Feat for Lebanese Skiing
Makram Haddad 22/02 20:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
A Historic Day for Lebanese Skiing ! Saturday was a landmark day for Lebanese skiing. On a demanding course where every turn had to be executed with precision, Sara Stephan delivered an outstanding performance, securing an impressive 38th place at the World Championships in Saalbach. This result surpasses previous national benchmarks and ...
Basketball: The Cedars Go 5 for 5, Mission Accomplished!
Makram Haddad 22/02 09:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Basket Wael Arakji Bahrain
Lebanon confirmed its supremacy by defeating Bahrain 84-78 in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 qualifiers, extending its record to a spotless 5-0. This victory, achieved in Manama in front of a crowd that included many Lebanese supporters, solidifies Lebanon’s position at the top of Group F with 10 points. Mission accomplished, then, for Miodrag ...
Basketball: A First-of-Its-Kind Degree at Antonine University
Makram Haddad 21/02 16:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Antonine University and the Lebanese Basketball Federation (LBF) have inaugurated a university degree program for basketball coaches, a first of its kind in the Middle East. The ceremony took place at the university’s main campus in Baabda-Hadath, in the presence of leading sports and academic figures. A Structured Academic Program Father ...
Football - Lebanon: Al-Ansar Wins the Derby and Takes the Lead
Makram Haddad 20/02 10:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Football Lebanon Al-Ansar Nejmeh
Al-Ansar made a strong statement in the Lebanese Premier League by winning the fiery "Beirut derby" against its eternal rival Nejmeh (2-1). Under heavy rain and in an electrified Fouad Chehab Stadium, the Greens secured a prestigious victory that allows them to take sole control of the standings after this sixth matchday. An Intense Clash in the ...
Football – Friendly: Lebanon Stumbles Against Myanmar
Makram Haddad 18/02 20:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Lebanese team’s journey in Nepalese territory began with disappointment. In the opening match of the friendly tournament organized by the Nepalese Football Federation, the Lebanese women were defeated 1-3 by a more efficient Myanmar team on the pitch of Dasarath Rangasala Stadium in Kathmandu. A Promising Start, but a Lack of Finishing The ...
Football: The Lebanese Women, Princesses of West Asia
Makram Haddad 17/02 09:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanon West Asia Football Champions
The young Cedars made a big statement! Lebanon U17 women's team claimed with style the fifth edition of the West Asian Cup, held at Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium in Dammam. In the final, the Lebanese players outclassed Syria 4-0, completing a flawless tournament and proving that they are indeed the regional benchmark. A Steamroller-like ...