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New Victory for Ralph Charbel at FIFA Football Tribunal
This Is Beirut 24/04 15:25 - Reading : less than a minute
The FIFA Football Tribunal rendered its decision in favor of the Palestinian football player Layth Kharoub, represented by the international sports lawyer Ralph Charbel, in the case opposing him to Kelantan United Football Club from Malaysia. The FIFA Football Tribunal decided that the Malaysian club has to pay the professional Palestinian player ...
Three Dead in Sweden Shooting
This is Beirut 29/04 21:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Three people were shot dead in a city north of the Swedish capital on Tuesday, police said, the latest shooting to rock the Nordic nation. Police said they received reports of shots fired in the center of Uppsala, some 60 kilometers (37 miles) north of the capital, Stockholm, and that "a certain number of people have been found with wounds ...
Swimming: Lori Awad’s Texan Feat
Makram Haddad 01/05 11:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Based in the United States but with her heart beating for Lebanon, young swimmer Lori Awad made a strong impression right from the start of the season. Competing in the prestigious Aggieland meet in College Station, Texas, the representative of Lebanon and the Mont La Salle club shattered the national record for the 100m butterfly in the 16-17 age ...
Everything You Need to Know Before the May 7 Conclave
This is Beirut 28/04 16:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Where and when will the conclave be held? Who will vote? How will voting take place in strict secrecy in the Sistine Chapel? On May 7, 135 cardinals will gather to elect Pope Francis' successor, in an age-old process marked by tradition and mystery.
President Aoun Marks Armenian Genocide Anniversary
This is Beirut 24/04 11:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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As the world commemorates 110 years since the Armenian Genocide, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reaffirmed Lebanon’s unwavering solidarity with the Armenian people and praised the Lebanese-Armenian community as a pillar of national unity and contribution. In a statement marking the anniversary, Aoun stressed that the occasion is not merely a ...
Zelensky Calls Putin Truce Proposal 'Attempt at Manipulation'
This is Beirut 28/04 22:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday branded a three-day truce announced by his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin as an "attempt at manipulation". "Now there's a new attempt at manipulation: for some reason, everyone has to wait until May 8," Zelensky said in his daily address. Putin on Monday ordered the ceasefire on May 8-10, ...
Minister of Youth and Sports Deregisters Three Sports Disciplines
This is Beirut 22/04 16:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Secretary General of the Lebanese Olympic Committee, Jawdat Chaker, issued the following statement: The Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr. Nora Bayrakdarian, took three decisions on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, concerning the deregistration of the following disciplines: skateboarding, modern pentathlon and surfing. These disciplines have been ...
UN Condemns 'Unacceptable' Syria Violence
This is Beirut 30/04 19:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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The United Nations special envoy for Syria on Wednesday condemned the "unacceptable" violence rocking the country after deadly sectarian clashes and called for an immediate halt to Israeli air strikes. The envoy, Geir Pedersen, was "alarmed" at "the potential for further escalation of an extremely fragile situation" after violent clashes around ...
UNIFIL Patrol Briefly Intercepted in Tayr Dabba
This is Beirut 25/04 20:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A UNIFIL patrol was briefly intercepted twice near the southern Lebanese town of Tayr Dabba. According to local media, a group of young men on motorcycles blocked the convoy, making hostile remarks toward the peacekeepers. UNIFIL deputy spokesperson Candice Ardell confirmed the incidents in a statement. She said that the soldiers were ...
Lebanon Resumes Repatriation of Syrian Refugees After Years-Long Pause
This is Beirut 25/04 16:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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General Security (GS) has resumed the repatriation of Syrian refugees from Lebanon, marking a significant shift after years of suspension, Al-Jadeed TV reported on Friday. According to the report, the renewed efforts came after a prolonged halt in the implementation of the so-called “voluntary return” process, which was previously organized ...
Pharmacists Secure Top Retirement Pension Among Liberal Professions
Liliane Mokbel 26/04 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Retired pharmacists in Lebanon now receive a monthly pension of $670 – the highest among all liberal professions in the country, according to Joe Salloum, the President of the Lebanese Order of Pharmacists. This milestone was achieved through a series of internal reforms, revised contribution structures, and the creation of a reserve fund in ...
Salam Vows Timely Municipal Elections
This is Beirut 24/04 20:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Prime Minister Nawaf Salam reaffirmed on Thursday that municipal elections will go ahead as scheduled, with a firm government commitment to transparency and fairness. In a statement posted on X, Salam addressed growing speculation around the elections, stating unequivocally that “the government’s position is firm in its commitment to hold the ...
Pope Francis has died: Vatican
This is Beirut 21/04 21:38 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, following a stroke, as announced by the Vatican a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement. "Dearest brothers and sisters, it is with deep sorrow that I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis," said ...
The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum Returns to Beirut!
This is Beirut 25/04 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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Title: The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum Returns to Beirut! Caption: The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum is back – and stronger than ever – with its second edition! This exceptional event brings together leading experts, influencers and innovators to celebrate mental, physical and aesthetic health. From April 24 to 27, 2025, Beirut’s Seaside ...
Renewed Lebanese-Syrian Border Clashes
This is Beirut 24/04 21:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Tensions flared once again along the Syrian-Lebanese border Thursday night, as clashes reportedly resumed between unidentified fighters on both sides of the border, with Syrian officials accusing Hezbollah of initiating the escalation. A Syrian Ministry of Defense source told SANA that Hezbollah “fired five artillery shells from Lebanese ...
Jordan Bans Activities of Muslim Brotherhood, Closes Offices
This is Beirut 23/04 15:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Jordan has banned all activities of the Muslim Brotherhood and closed its offices in the kingdom, the interior minister announced on Wednesday. "It has been decided to ban all activities of the so-called Muslim Brotherhood and to consider any activity (carried out by it) a violation of the provisions of the law," said Interior ...
Pope Briefly Meets US Vice President JD Vance
This is Beirut 20/04 15:17 - Reading : less than a minute
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Pope Francis had a brief private meeting with US Vice President JD Vance on Sunday, the Vatican said, on the last day of the Republican's visit to Rome. "The meeting, which lasted a few minutes, gave the opportunity to exchange greetings on Easter Sunday," wrote the Vatican in a brief statement, saying the encounter took place at the pope's ...
May Day Celebrations: Labor Day Around the World
This is Beirut 01/05 17:40 - Reading : less than a minute
On May 1st, thousands of workers worldwide came together to celebrate Labor Day. From Buenos Aires to Jakarta, from Seoul to Paris, protests and gatherings took place to demand better working conditions, the recognition of workers’ rights and equality.
Bint Jbeil Residents Intercept a UNIFIL Patrol
This is Beirut 29/04 13:35 - Reading : less than a minute
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A UNIFIL patrol was intercepted on Tuesday by residents of Bint Jbeil after entering the town without an escort from the Lebanese Army. https://x.com/ThisIsBeirut_/status/1917165941978202441 This marks the second such incident in southern Lebanon in less than a week. Last Friday, another UNIFIL convoy was briefly blocked twice near the town of ...
Armenians of Lebanon: Preserving Heritage and Culture Amid Challenges
Élie-Joe Kamel 24/04 10:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Every April, the Armenians of Lebanon commemorate the genocide during which approximately 1.5 million of their ancestors perished. Today, amid the crises facing the country, the community strives to preserve its identity and pass on its rich cultural heritage.
Pope Francis' Coffin Begins Procession Towards Saint Peter's Basilica
This is Beirut 23/04 12:40 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Francis' coffin lies before the high altar in Saint Peter's Basilica, offering the faithful three days of tribute in an atmosphere of deep emotion.
Khartoum in Ruins: A Capital Torn by War
This is Beirut 30/04 12:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Shattered walls and bullet-riddled buildings dominate central Khartoum, where hospitals, markets and key institutions lie in ruins after months of fierce urban combat.
Pope Francis' Body Arrives in St. Peter's Square
This is Beirut 23/04 18:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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The body of Pope Francis was transported from the residence of St. Martha to St. Peter's Square, escorted by a procession of cardinals, before being displayed in the basilica for a final tribute from the faithful, pending the funeral on April 26.
A Farewell in Faith: Qaraqosh Mourns the Pope
Rayan Chami 25/04 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute
In Iraq’s Christian heartland, Easter Mass at al-Tahera Church became a poignant tribute to Pope Francis. Church bells echoed through Qaraqosh and Mosul, honoring the man whose 2021 visit brought solace after years of war and displacement. He is now mourned as a spiritual father by those he never forgot.
Easter Around the World: Celebrations, Traditions, and Unity
Serge Abi Ghanem 21/04 14:40 - Reading : less than a minute
From Jerusalem to Rome, and through Moscow, Paris, and beyond, explore how Easter is celebrated across various cultures and traditions. A time of hope and resurrection that brings people together from all corners of the globe.
One Show Left! Catch 'Pinocchio and Friends' in Beirut
Hala Abdallah 19/04 20:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Catch Pinocchio and Friends on April 21 – before it’s too late!
Jack Estephan, the Only Bow Maker in Lebanon
Yara Germany 24/04 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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In a country where bow making simply didn’t exist, Jack Estephan trained with master craftsmen abroad to become Lebanon’s only professional bow maker. A passionate musician and meticulous artisan, he is building a rare and essential craft from the ground up.
Sudan: AFP Reporter Finds His Home Destroyed by War
This is Beirut 23/04 19:25 - Reading : less than a minute
What’s It Really Like Inside the Yellow Castle?
Hala Abdallah 21/04 17:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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In Episode 2 of This Is Sports, Riyadi’s Marin Marić and Marcus Georges-Hunt share what life is really like inside the Yellow Castle — and their take on Lebanese culture might surprise you.
How to Vote in the Municipal Elections ?
This is Beirut 26/04 15:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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What is the voting process for municipal elections? This explainer outlines the necessary steps and stages to ensure your vote is counted.