VideosTango, a Therapy for Living with Parkinson’s in Argentina
This is Beirut 31/08 15:20 - Reading : less than a minute
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VideosLebanon: Love at First Sight
Yara Germany 31/08 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Tripoli Batroun byblos tourism
What if you rediscovered Lebanon through the eyes of someone seeing it for the very first time? Barbara shares her journey – from the bustling souks of Tripoli, to the charm of Byblos and Batroun, to the breathtaking beauty of a land where sea meets mountains. She discovers the diversity of its villages and, above all, the warmth of a welcome ...
VideosBeirut’s Women Tailors Resist
Maroun Chahine 30/08 11:30 - Reading : less than a minute
In Beirut’s neighborhoods, couturières like Maha Daoud and Anitta Haddad carry on a valuable craft. Their work, stitched with passion and resilience, reflects a quiet tradition, one that remains essential in a country facing deep crisis.
French Dictionary Sparks Controversy in Congo
This is Beirut 29/08 11:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Congo food dish French dictionary
Diners flock to the terrace of Mother Antho Aembe's restaurant in downtown Kinshasa to enjoy liboke, blissfully unaware of the linguistic brouhaha surrounding the Democratic Republic of Congo's national dish. Made by grilling fish from the mighty River Congo wrapped in a banana-leaf parcel with spices, tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic and ...
VideosUNIFIL Discovers Hezbollah Bunker in Southern Lebanon
This is Beirut 28/08 13:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah South Lebanon UNIFIL Lebanese Army
In the border village of El Meri, UNIFIL uncovered a Hezbollah bunker. Inside were a 152 mm howitzer and dozens of crates of ammunition left intact despite an Israeli strike. UNIFIL is now securing the area to allow the Lebanese army to recover the equipment.
VideosThe Strength to Overcome: From Cancer to Graduation
Rayan Chami 28/08 10:05 - Reading : less than a minute
VideosAfter a Strong First Half, Lego Aims to Keep Expanding Its Hold on the Toy Market
This is Beirut 27/08 15:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Buoyed by a net profit and revenue increase of more than 10% in the first half of the year, Danish toy giant Lego plans to continue gaining market share despite a volatile global environment, the company’s CEO said in an interview with AFP on Wednesday. “In recent years, we’ve consistently outpaced market growth and gained share,” said ...
VideosBarrack-Ortagus Mission: Advancing Lebanese Sovereignty
This is Beirut 26/08 20:55 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Nawaf Salam Hezbollah Joseph Aoun Lebanese Army Tehran
On Tuesday, the US delegation led by envoys Thomas Barrack and Morgan Ortagus highlighted growing alignment between Washington and Lebanese authorities, working with international support toward restoring Lebanese sovereignty. The collaboration was evident during a marathon day of meetings. Barrack and Ortagus, joined by Senators Jeanne Shaheen ...
ProgramsAbou Chacra: Next Move, Player Transfers
Hala Abdallah 26/08 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Basketball coach Fouad Abou Chacra basketball Asia Cup basketball players
Basketball coach Fouad Abou Chacra opens up about his next move and recent developments in Lebanese basketball. Which clubs are pursuing Lebanon’s top players, and what could it mean for the future of the league? Find out in Episode 11 of This is Sports on This is Beirut’s website and YouTube channel.
VideosOrtagus Calls for Lebanon’s Sovereignty
Rayan Chami 25/08 22:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Hezbollah Morgan Ortagus United States
During an exclusive dinner in Beirut attended by US Envoy Morgan Ortagus, US Senator Lindsey Graham and prominent Lebanese figures, Ortagus urged generational change, Hezbollah’s disarmament and the restoration of Lebanon’s sovereignty, with the backing of US leadership.
Egyptian Jasmine, Precious Essence Threatened by Global Warming
This is Beirut 25/08 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Jasmine Egypt Perfume Climate change Nile Delta Flowers
In the Nile Delta, jasmine is becoming scarce, and its fragrance is fading under the impact of climate change.
In Kenya, Waste Is Traded for Basic Survival
This is Beirut 25/08 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Kenya Waste Services Nairobi Water Food
In Kibera, Nairobi’s largest slum, collected plastic is exchanged for “green points” that provide families with food, clean water, sanitation and laundry services.