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VideosAfter Four Vacant Years, Mieh Mieh Set to Vote for Municipal Council
Vanessa Kallas 10/05 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Mieh Mieh Municipality Elections 2025 Municipal Council Lebanon
More than 100 municipalities across Lebanon remain hollow structures—lacking elected councils to carry out essential functions and implement reforms. Mieh Mieh, the second-largest town east of Saida, is a prime example. Administrative issues have kept the municipality inactive for the last four years. Will this election finally break the ...
VideosThe Catholic World Welcomes Pope Leo XIV
This is Beirut 09/05 14:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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From Peru to Paris, from Manila to Washington, Catholics around the world are celebrating the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, welcomed with devotion, pride and hope.
VideosThis Is Beirut: Two Years and Counting
Rayan Chami 09/05 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
For two years, This Is Beirut has been at the heart of every headline, every story that matters. From the streets to your screens, we’ve grown with your trust, bringing stories to light. Here’s to the voices we’ve amplified, the stories we’ve shared and the journey that’s only just begun.
VideosWhite smoke signals Catholic Church has new pope
This is Beirut 08/05 19:30 - Reading : less than a minute
White smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on Thursday, signalling that cardinals locked inside have elected a new leader for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.
VideosDistrust in Kyiv as Russia Announces 3-Day Ceasefire for Victory Day
This is Beirut 08/05 17:25 - Reading : less than a minute
In Kyiv, Russia’s announcement of a three-day ceasefire is met with deep skepticism, despite the absence of missile strikes on the capital on the first day.
Israel Pounds South Lebanon in Major Strikes on Hezbollah Targets
This is Beirut 08/05 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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Israeli raids targeted the hills of Kfar Tebnit and Nabatieh al-Fawqa. Panicked residents also reported frequent overflights by fighter jets.
VideosNo Pope Yet: Black Smoke Billows from the Conclave
This is Beirut 08/05 12:20 - Reading : less than a minute
In Rome, all eyes remain on the Sistine Chapel as cardinals begin their second day of voting in one of the most uncertain papal elections in recent history.
VideosRome: Cardinals Gather to Elect Pope Francis' Successor
This is Beirut 07/05 14:23 - Reading : less than a minute
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This morning at 10 AM in Rome, cardinals from around the world gathered for the opening Mass of the conclave. Next: the Sistine Chapel, where they will begin the process of electing Pope Francis’ successor.
VideosProject Lebanon 2025: Paving the Way for Rebuilding Lebanon’s Future
Lyne Sammouri 07/05 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Project Lebanon, the 26th International Trade Exhibition for Construction, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy, kicked off by bringing together global leaders in construction, energy and environmental solutions, fostering collaboration and innovation to help Lebanon rise across the sector.
VideosNew Military Escalation Between India and Pakistan in Kashmir
This is Beirut 07/05 13:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Violent clashes between India and Pakistan: after Indian strikes in response to the Pahalgam attack, the two armies exchanged artillery fire in Kashmir, killing at least 38 people and wounding more than 80. The international community calls for restraint.
VideosCardinals Arrive at Vatican for 12th Congregation Meeting
This is Beirut 06/05 15:50 - Reading : less than a minute
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Cardinals hold their 12th general congregation before entering the Sistine Chapel to elect Pope Francis’ successor.