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Families of Beirut Blast Victims Gather at Karantina Fire Station
Lyne Sammouri 04/08 15:50 - Reading : less than a minute
At the Karantina Fire Station, families of the firefighters who died in the Beirut Port explosion gathered in silence to mark five years since the blast. The annual march of remembrance continues toward the Statue of the Emigrant.
Inmate Death Sparks Unrest at Roumieh Prison
This is Beirut 14/08 14:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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Tensions flared at Roumieh Prison on Thursday after the death of Syrian inmate Osama Al-Jaour, known as “Abu Hussein,” who reportedly suffered a fatal heart attack in the wing housing Islamist detainees. Videos circulating on social media showed prisoners chanting loudly and rattling cell doors in a display of anger over the incident. In May ...
Israel Says Intercepted Missile From Yemen
This is Beirut 01/08 21:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Israeli military said it intercepted a missile fired from Yemen on Friday, which the Iran-backed Huthi said they had launched. "Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli military said. The Huthis targeted Israel's Ben ...
Hiroshima, 80 Years Later: A Minute of Silence for Peace
Élie-Joe Kamel 06/08 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute
A minute of silence was observed in Hiroshima at the exact time the atomic bomb was dropped on the Japanese city 80 years ago, during a ceremony that brought together representatives from over a hundred countries.
Public Sector League Suspends Strike
This is Beirut 07/08 11:40 - Reading : less than a minute
The League of Public Administration Employees announced on Thursday the suspension of its strike movement for the current week. The decision follows a request made by the directors general and the submission of an urgent list of demands to Prime Minister Nawaf Salam ahead of an upcoming meeting. In its statement, the League expressed hope for a ...
Ivory Coast Village Faces Burial Crisis as Sea Advances
Rayan Chami 15/08 17:05 - Reading : less than a minute
In the Ivory Coast village of Lahou-Kpanda, rising seas have engulfed nearly the entire cemetery, forcing families to exhume loved ones and relocate them inland as the Atlantic erodes the coastline.
Wildfire Devastates Qammouaa’s Historic Forests in Lebanon
This is Beirut 12/08 16:40 - Reading : less than a minute
A massive wildfire broke out in the forests of Qammouaa, located in Akkar, one of Lebanon’s oldest and most precious natural treasures. The fire has consumed centuries-old cedars, firs, and pines that had survived for hundreds of years despite natural challenges and human impact. Local residents have been doing their best to contain the ...
Issa Reaffirms Support for Lebanese Sovereignty
This is Beirut 07/08 15:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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US Congressman Darrell Issa emphasized Thursday that decision-making in Lebanon “must remain in the hands of the Lebanese people,” following a meeting with President Joseph Aoun. Issa voiced confidence in the Lebanese government’s commitment to preserving peace and stability, and reaffirmed continued US support for the Lebanese Armed Forces ...
Five Years Later... Finding the Words with Rony Mecattaf
Yara Germany 03/08 12:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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On August 4, 2020, at 6:07 PM, Rony Mecattaf lost an eye. Since then, he has gotten back up, written a book and is rebuilding through testimony. A tribute by This is Beirut to those who still carry August 4 in their bodies, their hearts and their silence.
Ahmad, or a Country’s Indifference to Its Elders
Charbel Hneineh 10:30 - Reading : less than a minute
In a small, dusty shop in Hadath–Kfarchima, Ahmad still works every day. No pension, no social security, no rest. A lifetime of effort, stacked on shelves… in a country where growing old has become a silent struggle.
Five Years Later... Finding the Words with Lina Khoury
Yara Germany 02/08 12:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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On August 4, 2020, at 6:07 PM, Lina Khoury’s life was blown apart. Despite being a mental health professional, she stayed silent for years. A tribute by This is Beirut to those who still carry August 4 in their bodies, their hearts and their silence.
Five Years Later... Finding the Words with Mireille Khoury
Yara Germany 04/08 10:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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On August 4, 2020, at 6:07 PM, Mireille Khoury lost her son Elias, killed by the explosion. Since that day, she says she no longer exists. A tribute by This is Beirut to those who still carry August 4 in their bodies, their hearts and their silence.
Five Years Later... Finding the Words with Hussein Baydoun
Yara Germany 04/08 12:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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On August 4, 2020, at 6:07 PM, Hussein Baydoun didn’t understand what was happening. Bleeding, he photographed the disaster and lost faith in this country. A tribute by This is Beirut to those who still carry August 4 in their bodies, their hearts and their silence.
Fires Are Devastating the Aude Region in Southern France
This is Beirut 06/08 16:15 - Reading : less than a minute
The largest fire of the summer is ravaging the Aude Region, in southern France. Over 12,000 hectares have burned, with 15 municipalities affected in the Corbieres massif.
Lebanon Resumes Issuing Driving Licenses
This is Beirut 13/08 15:45 - Reading : less than a minute
The Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday that driving licenses will be issued for transactions completed as of August 14, 2025, based on the receipt’s issuance center, and through prior appointment booking on the Traffic Authority’s online platform. It is worthy to remember that Lebanon halted the issuance of new licenses in November ...
Israeli Drone Kills Hezbollah Member in Khiam
This is Beirut 04/08 16:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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A Hezbollah member was reportedly killed and four injured, on Monday, in an Israeli drone strike that targeted the Old Slaughterhouse neighborhood on the eastern outskirts of Khiam, according to Al-Arabiya television. Hezbollah officially mourned Ali Suleiman Abu Abbas, who was killed in the town of Khiam. The strike came after a relatively ...
Jazz Fills the Summer Air in Dhour Shweir
Lyne Sammouri 09/08 11:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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The International Jazz Festival in Dhour Shweir unites local and global artists from August 8–10, celebrating diverse jazz styles and vibrant community spirit in the heart of Mount Lebanon.
Kabyle Region: Where the Ground Shines White with Salt
Rayan Chami 12/08 16:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Algeria Kabyle salt harvesting heritage
In Algeria’s Kabyle mountains, villagers keep a centuries-old salt harvesting tradition alive, passing their craft from one generation to the next.
Five Years On: The City Still Demands Justice
Chelsea Al Arif 04/08 17:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Hundreds gather in Beirut to mark five years since the port explosion, marching from Martyrs’ Square to the Statue of the Emigrant in a powerful demonstration for truth, memory and justice.
OpenAI Releases ChatGPT-5 as AI Race Accelerates
This is Beirut 07/08 20:15 - Reading : less than a minute
OpenAI on Thursday released a keenly awaited fifth generation of its hallmark ChatGPT, touting it as smarter and faster than predecessors, as artificial intelligence edges closer to outthinking people. ChatGPT-5 is rolling out free to all users of the AI tool, which is used by nearly 700 million people weekly, OpenAI said in a briefing with ...
Five Years On: Lebanon Remembers Beirut Port Victims
Vanessa Kallas 04/08 21:20 - Reading : less than a minute
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Five years since the Beirut Port explosion, Lebanon bows its head in grief, remembrance and continued calls for justice. From wreaths and masses to messages from global leaders, here’s how the country honored the victims of August 4.
Government to Resume Deliberations on Hezbollah Weapons Thursday
Lyne Sammouri 05/08 22:40 - Reading : less than a minute
After a heated six-hour session, the Cabinet decided to continue discussions on Hezbollah’s disarmament on Thursday, August 7, and tasked the army with submitting a disarmament plan by August 31.
Hiba Tawaji and Oussama Rahbani Reinvent Baalbeck’s Stage
Rayan Chami 09/08 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Oussama Rahbani and Hiba Tawaji captivated Baalbeck with a bold performance, igniting the ancient citadel with innovation and tradition. A powerful call for peace.
Oussama Rahbani and Hiba Tawaji Ignite Baalbeck
Rayan Chami 10/08 08:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Baalbeck Oussama Rahbani Hiba Tawaji Festival
In Baalbeck’s timeless temples, Oussama Rahbani and Hiba Tawaji weave a tapestry of sound and memory, where melodies rise like whispers from the past, carrying longing and hope. A breathtaking tribute that awakens the soul of the temple and stirs the hearts of all who listen.
Beirut Greenlights Ceasefire and State Control Plan
Chelsea Al Arif 07/08 21:15 - Reading : less than a minute
The Council of Ministers adopts an 11-point plan focused on ending hostilities, disarming non-state groups including Hezbollah, and restoring full state control, while calling for international support to revive the economy and strengthen the army.
Plastic Odyssey: A Boat Against Plastic
This is Beirut 07/08 14:09 - Reading : less than a minute
In 2016, young French sailor Simon Bernard was shocked by a beach in Dakar completely covered in plastic. That moment sparked Plastic Odyssey, a 40-meter lab-boat sailing the world to tackle plastic pollution. With 30 stops across 3 continents, the mission brings together local partners and smart solutions. The message is clear: to save the ...
When Ice Cream Unites a Divided Lebanon
Moncef Ait-Kaci 10/08 18:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Under Beirut’s summer sun, ice cream shops overflow with life. Families, friends and children gather over Lebanese achta, pistachio or lemon. In a country divided in so many ways, there’s one sweet truth everyone shares: Lebanese ice cream is delicious.
First Woman to Ref Men’s Basketball
Hala Abdallah 12/08 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Jennifer Ammoury made history as the first woman to referee men’s Division 1 basketball in Lebanon. But the road wasn’t easy. How did she handle the pressure early on? And how did players and fans really react when she officiated the Beirut Derby? Watch her story now in Episode 10 of This is Sports, only on This is Beirut’s website and ...
August 4: The Demand for Justice Endures
Lyne Sammouri 04/08 18:50 - Reading : less than a minute
On the fifth anniversary of the Beirut port explosion, families of victims and firefighters marched from Karantina and Martyrs’ Square to the Statue of the Emigrant, demanding truth and accountability in a case that remains unresolved.
Cholera Crisis Deepens in Sudan’s Displacement Camps
This is Beirut 12/08 16:40 - Reading : less than a minute
Overcrowded camps in North Darfur face a deadly cholera outbreak as violence uproots thousands and access to clean water and healthcare disappears.