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Wildfire Rages in Spain

This is Beirut 18/07 14:10 - Reading : less than a minute

A thick cloud of smoke just blanketed Madrid as wildfires rage near the city. With rising heatwaves and dry conditions, Spain is facing yet another brutal wildfire season. Climate change is no longer a warning — it’s happening now.

Digging into Ice to Predict Our Future

Hala Abdallah 18/07 12:15 - Reading : less than a minute

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What if the secrets to climate change are frozen in ancient ice? Scientists are discovering mysteries hidden in Antarctic ice cores, some over 100,000 years old, in search of clues about our planet’s changing climate.

VideosGrand Canyon: North Rim Closed After Major Wildfire

This is Beirut 17/07 16:02 - Reading : less than a minute

USA Grand Canyon Wildfire

The Grand Canyon National Park has closed its North Rim for the 2025 season after a wildfire ignited by lightning on July 4th. Fueled by strong winds over the weekend, the fire destroyed numerous buildings and forced the evacuation of more than 500 visitors and staff. Arizona’s governor has called for an investigation into the fire’s ...

VideosBeirut Chants: El Sistema Ignites the Heart of Beirut

Marie de La Roche Saint-André 17/07 15:01 - Reading : less than a minute

Sistema Beirut concert

In the heart of the Roman Baths in downtown Beirut, Beirut Chants El Sistema held a concert in tribute to Dr. Fatma Aleem.

VideosMosul Airport Reopens with Capacity for 630,000 Passengers Annually

This is Beirut 17/07 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute

Iraq Mosul Airport

A wounded city takes a breath again: with a modern terminal and cutting-edge radar, Mosul is reconnecting with the world.

VideosClimate Change Threatens Tajikistan’s Apricot Industry

This Is Beirut 17/07 14:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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Tajik apricot farmers face an uncertain future as climate change brings drought, floods and shifting seasons to Central Asia’s key fruit-growing region.

VideosMultinational Crew Returns to Earth on SpaceX Capsule After ISS Mission

Lyne Sammouri 16/07 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute

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A SpaceX capsule with astronauts from India, Poland, Hungary and the United States safely landed off the coast of California, concluding Axiom Mission 4 after 20 days in orbit.

VideosRenewed Violence in Sweida Raises Concerns for Druze Civilians

This is Beirut 16/07 13:43 - Reading : less than a minute

Israel Syria NGO Sweida

In southern Syria, the city of Sweida has descended into chaos. An NGO accuses government forces of executing Druze civilians following their deployment in the region. Fighting broke out after intercommunal violence that left over 200 people dead. Israel responded with airstrikes on Syrian forces, claiming to protect the Druze population. Despite ...

ProgramsNew Coach, Big Pressure, Bigger Decisions After Asia

Hala Abdallah 15/07 18:22 - Reading : less than a minute

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Lebanon’s national basketball team players Rebecca Akl and Amar Mansour talk big goals at the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup. What is it like playing under Coach Coughter? Are the stars leaving the Lebanese league next season? Catch it all in Episode 7 of This is Sports.

In Tokyo, Barbers Step into the Ring

This is Beirut 15/07 13:40 - Reading : less than a minute

In Tokyo, a boxing arena has been transformed into a stage for artists of style. Barbers from Japan and elsewhere step into the ring... scissors in hand. The World Barber Classic is all about noise, looks, attitude and a mission: to breathe new life into a profession that is fighting for survival.