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The Louvre Heist Explained
VideosThe Louvre Heist Explained

Four thieves broke into the Louvre in under eight minutes and vanished with France’s imperial jewels. Here’s how one of the world’s most daring museum heists unfolded and how it remains unsolved.  

From Baghdad to Russia: A Deadly Bet
VideosFrom Baghdad to Russia: A Deadly Bet

Smiling broadly and clad in military fatigues, young Iraqi Mohammed Imad's last TikTok post was in a field carved up with heavy vehicle tracks in what appeared to be Ukraine. Smoke was rising behind him. "Pray for me," read the caption next to a Russian flag. That was in May. Months went by without a word, only rumors. Mohammed had been taken ...

Yitzhak Rabin: Oslo Accords Architect Assassinated 30 Years Ago
PortraitYitzhak Rabin: Oslo Accords Architect Assassinated 30 Years Ago

On November 4, 1995, in Tel Aviv, three gunshots ended the life of former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, plunging the nation into shock. On what was then Kings of Israel Square, now Rabin Square, the architect of the Oslo peace process fell, struck by the bullets of an ultranationalist Israeli Jew. The assassin, Yigal Amir, a far-right ...

Iran: a Regime Trapped in Its Past
VideosIran: a Regime Trapped in Its Past

On November 4, 1979, Islamist students stormed the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 American diplomats hostage for 444 days. 46 years later, Iran’s regime continues to commemorate this defining episode of the Islamic Republic, portraying it as a symbol of “resistance” against the West.  Since then, the Islamic Republic has lived in ...

Ezzedine: Certain People in Basketball Should Be Punished
ProgramsEzzedine: Certain People in Basketball Should Be Punished

Karim Ezzedine opens up about his absence from the court in Japan, the problems he faced in Lebanon, and why he chose to continue his career with Yokohama Excellence in Japan’s B2 League in an exclusive interview on This is Sports.

Coded to Influence
VideosCoded to Influence

They look real, post selfies, and partner with global brands, but they’re not human. Meet the AI-made influencers redefining fame, trust, and authenticity online. Behind every perfect post lies a team and a code, shaping how we see, feel, and connect.  

Halloween Comes Alive in Beirut
VideosHalloween Comes Alive in Beirut

In Beirut, shop windows are decked out, and colorful costumes and spooky accessories delight kids and adults alike. Despite the economic challenges, stores are buzzing with families, excited children, and even those who don’t usually celebrate Halloween but come just to enjoy dressing up. Looking for a bit of escapism and some fun, Halloween is ...

10 Years of Aïshti Foundation
Programs10 Years of Aïshti Foundation

This is Arts steps into the opening of Flesh Flowers, an exhibition celebrating 10 years of the Aïshti Foundation, co-curated by Massimiliano Gioni and Roberta Tenconi. A powerful show bringing together over seventy female artists from around the world, exploring the dialogue between the body, identity, and painting. Featuring special interviews ...