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Lebanon of Tomorrow Brings Christmas to Sassine
Rayan Chami 12/12 23:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Achrafieh Lebanon of Tomorrow Christmas
Sassine Square lit up during Lebanon of Tomorrow’s annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony. Despite the rain, families and children gathered to celebrate the holiday spirit. The Christmas Market remains open until December 28, bringing festive cheer to the heart of Achrafieh.
Experience History Live: The Pope Arrives in Lebanon
Serge Abi Ghanem 29/11 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Public Administration Begins Major Downsizing
Liliane Mokbel 22/11 14:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Civil Service Council has proposed an unprecedented plan: cutting 5,600 positions from the 28,000 currently in the public administration. This 20 percent reduction is described as essential to modernize a state apparatus that has become heavy, costly, and ill-suited to current needs. Most of the positions targeted are already vacant or ...
Iran’s Female Bikers Push Limits
This is Beirut 15/12 19:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Once riding at night to avoid scrutiny, Maryam Ghelich now teaches motorcycle riding to hundreds of Iranian women. Despite legal and social barriers, female motorcyclists are becoming increasingly visible on the streets of Tehran.
What Pushed Marwan Khalil to Leave Central?
Hala Abdallah 09/12 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Marwan Khalil Central Club basketball This is Sports sports
Marwan Khalil opens up about his sudden exit from #Central. What major signings is the club chasing? Watch the full interview in episode 25 of #ThisIsSports.
Anticipation in Harissa for Pope Leo’s Visit
This is Beirut 01/12 09:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Crowds of faithful and members of the clergy fill Harissa, eagerly awaiting Pope Leo’s arrival.
Manoukian: The National Team Has No Shooter Like Gary
Hala Abdallah 25/11 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Guy Manoukian basketball National Team Gary Chivichyan Homenetmen This is Sports
Guy Manoukian addresses the backlash over Gary Chivichyan’s controversial statements in an exclusive interview on This is Sports. Is Gary really unmatched in Lebanon? And is Homenetmen now a threat to both Lebanese and regional clubs?
Three Historic Days: Watch the Pope’s Visit to Lebanon Live
Serge Abi Ghanem 28/11 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
The Appeal of Saint Charbel’s Tomb to Pilgrims Worldwide
This is Beirut 26/11 13:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Countless pilgrims travel to Lebanon’s Annaya every year to visit Saint Charbel’s tomb, a symbol of faith and healing for visitors of different religions and backgrounds.
Ahead of the Pope’s Visit, Lebanon Mobilizes
This is Beirut 28/11 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Preparations are intensifying nationwide, reflecting the significance of the long-anticipated visit of Pope Leo XIV to Lebanon. He will arrive in Lebanon on November 28 and will tour the country until December 2. From new installations to renewed public spaces, the capital is reshaping itself ahead of the event. Teams are deployed across key ...
Israel: Fleeing Driver Hits Civilians, Injures Passenger
This is Beirut 24/11 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
On Monday, police opened fire on a fleeing vehicle at the Tel Sheva junction in the Negev, injuring a passenger before intercepting it, Israeli authorities said. According to a statement, officers operating as part of the “New Order” operation to combat violent crime in the Bedouin diaspora signaled a suspicious vehicle to stop. The ...
Drought in Iraq: A Disappearing Lake
This is Beirut 10/12 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Iraq Najaf Salt Lake Bahr al-Najaf Water crisis
In Najaf, workers now extract salt where there was once water. Lake Bahr al-Najaf has become a visible symbol of Iraq’s growing water crisis.
Can Maristes Champville Beat Sagesse?
Hala Abdallah 16/12 17:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Jean Marc Jarrouge and Marc Aby Khers open up about Champville’s issues and drop a bold message ahead of their Sagesse game.
"Le Marché Aux Puces": 20th Edition
Rayan Chami 06/12 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Le Marche Aux Puces Christmas Lebanon
Le Marché Aux Puces celebrates its 20th edition with a special Christmas edition, bringing together collectors, exhibitors, and families to explore five rooms of vintage treasures, festive finds, and one-of-a-kind pieces.
Daraya Rises Again
This is Beirut 04/12 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Daraya, just seven kilometers from Damascus, was once the city of roses and workshops, a symbol of creativity and spirit. In 2011, its residents greeted soldiers from the Assad regime with flowers during peaceful demonstrations. The response was a massacre, followed by a four-year siege that emptied the city of its 250,000 inhabitants. Destroyed ...
Nassib Ghobril: Lebanon’s Economic Crisis is Systemic.
Élie-Joe Kamel 28/11 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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In an interview with This Is Beirut, Byblos Bank’s chief economist, Nassib Ghobril, emphasized that Lebanon’s economic crisis is the result of political abuse of power, mismanagement, and a lack of governance in the public sector. Ghobril made these remarks on the sidelines of the Union of Arab Banks conference held on Tuesday at the Phoenicia ...
Damascus Celebrates a New Era
This is Beirut 08/12 12:40 - Reading : less than a minute
One year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, thousands gather in Umayyad Square in Damascus to celebrate a new chapter for Syria, as President Ahmad al-Sharaa calls for national unity amid ongoing tensions and the vast task of rebuilding the country.
How Is the Pope’s Visit Impacting Lebanon’s Economy?
Hala Abdallah 26/11 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
As Lebanon prepares for Pope Leo XIV, businesses are hopeful and hotels are offering discounts, but security fears continue to shape expectations.
The Crisis, the State, and the Banks
Liliane Mokbel 27/11 15:10 - Reading : less than a minute
The State must acknowledge its main share of responsibility in the crisis. Yet nothing suggests it is ready to do so. The political class opposes it, and the plan supported by the IMF also seeks to absolve those responsible at the expense of depositors.
Harissa: Where Lebanon’s Spirit Comes Into View
Michael al-Andary 23/11 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Perched 650 meters above the Bay of Jounieh, Harissa stands as one of Lebanon’s most iconic landmarks. For over a century, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lebanon has welcomed pilgrims and visitors of all faiths, drawn by its towering statue and breathtaking panoramic view. Blending spirituality, history, and national identity, Harissa remains a ...
Hong Kong’s Worst Fire in Decades
This is Beirut 28/11 13:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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A devastating fire tore through the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Hong Kong, killing at least 128 people. Dozens remain missing as firefighters uncover the full extent of the tragedy. Alarms in all eight buildings failed to activate, raising questions about negligence and safety violations. Authorities have launched major investigations ...
The Beauval Pandas are Returning to China
This is Beirut 24/11 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Panda France China Beauval Zoo
More than 200 people, some visibly emotional, braved the cold and rain to bid farewell to the ZooParc de Beauval’s famous panda pair. Their departure, due to the female’s kidney failure, is scheduled for Tuesday.
Iznik: The Sunken Basilica Rising Again
This is Beirut 24/11 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Leo XIV Turkey Council of Nicaea
At the bottom of Lake Iznik, the basilica lay hidden like a buried secret. Rediscovered in 2014, it now reveals one of the most sacred sites in Christianity, where Pope Leo XIV is preparing to speak for the 1,700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea.
Peace with Israel Is Not a Taboo
This is Beirut 24/11 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
“Peace with Israel.” A sentence once unspeakable in Lebanon—now said out loud. The national taboo is cracking, and politics will never sound the same.
Perrier: Court Ruling Drops the Case
This is Beirut 26/11 16:00 - Reading : less than a minute
The French court rejected UFC-Que Choisir’s complaint, which called Perrier’s sale as “mineral water” misleading due to microfiltration. Senator Antoinette Guhl calls for better traceability to distinguish treated water from truly natural water, while Nestlé Waters praises a ruling confirming the “safety” of its waters.
Lebanon Awaits Pope Leo XIV
Hala Abdallah 30/11 14:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon is preparing to receive Pope Leo XIV in just a few hours. The “papamobile” has been driven to the presidential palace in Baabda.
Bkerké, When Youth Awaits the Pope
Yara Germany 28/11 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Bkerké youth Pope Leo XIV faith hope
Day and night, Bkerké pulses with the energy of young people. Hundreds are preparing for a historic encounter. On December 1, 12,000 of them will gather on the esplanade to welcome the Pope. Between faith, commitment, and hope, these young voices explain why this moment goes beyond an event and speaks to their future.
Nayla Romanos Iliya Re-Imagines Heritage
Lea Mehanna 22/11 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Culture Arts Painting Sculpture
Discover how this architect-turned-artist brings new life to the Phoenician alphabet, turning letters into form and memory into sculpture, alongside her public project ‘’On the Other Side of Time’’. The installation draws on Dante’s‘’Divine Comedy’’ tracing Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise, and reflecting on humanity’s journey ...
Peace Be With You
This is Beirut 01/12 19:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Leo XIV greets Lebanese youth in Bkerke with “As Salam Lakom”, Arabic for "Peace be with you."
The Last Calligrapher
This is Beirut 23/11 19:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Arabic calligraphy is one of the oldest art forms in the Arab world, long regarded as a sacred discipline that blends beauty, spirituality, and knowledge. Today, this manual craft is gradually fading, overshadowed by technology and digital production. Mohieddine Sabra, one of the few artisans still preserving this precious art in Lebanon, shares ...