War Diary: Day 341
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-09-11 21:29 - 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 September 11th, 2024.
Advocating for Dignity and Rights: Reservists' Call for Fair Treatment
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-09-10 14:04 - Reading : less than a minute
"I came today to advocate for my rights after 10 years of service," says an army reservist to This is Beirut. "Unfortunately, the state has humiliated us by pushing us to take to the streets, despite the fact that we protected their leaders and assisted them in attaining their positions of power. We want our rights and refuse to be mocked with ...
Protests Lead to Postponement of Cabinet Session
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-09-10 10:48 - Reading : less than a minute
The movements announced by the retired military personnel to prevent the Cabinet session from taking place began in the early morning hours. Protesters succeeded in blocking all roads leading to the Grand Serail preventing ministers from arriving. The meeting was postponed due to lack of quorum.
Beirut's Sweet Legacy: The Timeless Craft of Mufataka
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-09-05 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Hasan el-Makary and his family continue to craft Mufataka, a traditional Lebanese dessert made with fragrant rice pudding, turmeric, tahini, sugar, and pine nuts. This cherished recipe, a family legacy passed down through generations, remains a beloved treat both during holidays and throughout the year.
Time Travel: The First American Idol
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-09-04 12:48 - Reading : less than a minute
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Travel back in time to 2002. What happened in the United States on September 4, 2002? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This September, we’re exploring art, literature and film!
War Diary: Day 333
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-09-03 20:31 - 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 September 3, 2024.
Time Travel: Women's Defense Relief Corps
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-29 17:14 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1914. What happened in the United Kingdom on August 29, 1914? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This August, we’re exploring world wars
War Diary: Day 325
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-26 20:50 - 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 August 26, 2024.
Time Travel: Dumbarton Oaks Conference
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-21 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1944. What happened in Washington, DC on August 21, 1944? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This August, we’re exploring world wars!
War Diary: Day 319
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-20 21:31 - 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 August 20, 2024.
Time Travel: Little Boy and Fat Man
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-06 11:58 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1945. What happened in Japan on August 6, 1945? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This August, we’re exploring world wars!
August 4: A Commemoration Marked by Emotion and Anger
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-04 20:13 - Reading : less than a minute
With heavy hearts and burning anger, the Lebanese people continue to fight for justice. Thousands gathered for the 4th commemoration of the Beirut port explosion on Sunday.
Beatification of Patriarch Estephan Douaihy in Bkerke
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-02 22:15 - Reading : less than a minute
On August 2, people gathered in Bkerke to honor Patriarch Estephan Douaihy, the 57th Maronite patriarch and a key historical figure, who was beatified and recognized as venerable by the Catholic Church in 2008. A mass is scheduled to be celebrated in his hometown of Ehden on Saturday, August 3.
Time Travel: Eruption of World War I
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-08-01 11:47 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1914. What happened in Europe on August 1, 1914? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events with a different theme each month. This August, we’re exploring world wars!
War Diary: Day 297
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-29 21:17 - 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 July 29, 2024.
Time Travel: First Mixed Juries in the UK
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-29 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1920. What happened in the UK on July 29, 1920? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This July, we’re exploring women’s history!
War Diary: Day 293
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-25 20:34 - 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 July 25, 2024.
Diesel Generators: Do We Have a Choice?
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-25 17:12 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In light of a comprehensive study conducted by MP Dr. Najat Aoun Saliba of the American University of Beirut (AUB), revealing critical findings on the impact of prolonged power outages on the city's air quality, the Socio-Economic Institute for Development hosted a press conference on Thursday. Watch more The conference aimed to launch a ...
War Diary: Day 292
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-24 20:48 - 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 July 24, 2024.
War Diary: Day 289
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-21 21:11 - 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 July 21st, 2024.
War Diary: Day 288
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-20 21:31 - 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 July 20th, 2024.
Time Travel: Seneca Falls Convention
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-19 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Travel back in time to 1848. What happened in the United States on July 19, 1848? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This July, we’re exploring women’s history!
Are Lebanese Hospitals Ready in Case of War?
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-18 12:08 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanese hospitals and the Ministry of Public Health are working to improve their preparedness for mass casualties or sudden events such as war. This is Beirut delved deeper into the varied levels of readiness of Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui, LAU Medical Center, and the Ministry of Public Health.
Time Travel: First Female US Officer
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-09 13:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1947. What happened in the United States on July 9, 1947? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This July, we’re exploring women’s history!
Time Travel: The First ‘Bikini’
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-05 14:29 - Reading : less than a minute
Travel back in time to 1946. What happened in Paris on July 5, 1946? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This July, we’re exploring women’s history!
War Diary: Day 271
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-07-03 21:12 - 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 July 3, 2024.
War Diary: Day 268
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-06-30 21:29 - 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 30, 2024.
Cardinal Parolin Visits the Order of Malta Center in Chabrouh
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-06-25 18:59 - Reading : less than a minute
On Tuesday, his third day in Lebanon, Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin visited the Order of Malta Center in Chabrouh to take a look at their ongoing activities and humanitarian initiatives.
Time Travel: Mann Act
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-06-25 12:13 - Reading : less than a minute
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Travel back in time to 1910. What happened in the United States of America on June 25, 1910? Join us weekly on Time Travel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This June, we’re exploring crimes!
Cardinal Parolin Officiates Order of Malta National Day Mass
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-06-25 10:37 - Reading : less than a minute
Celebrating the National Day of the Order of Malta, a special mass officiated by His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican Secretary of State, was held on Monday at Saint Joseph Church in Monot.