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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
Electric Vespas Quietly Revolutionize the Streets of Indonesia
This is Beirut 17/04 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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In Jakarta, a city plagued by air pollution partly caused by exhaust fumes, the shift to electric vehicles is gaining momentum with the rise of electric Vespas.
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.
Solar Surge Helps Alleviate Power Shortages in Niger
This is Beirut 17/04 15:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Amid energy shortages caused by regional sanctions following the 2023 military coup, Niger is increasingly turning to solar power as a reliable alternative.
Inside MEA’s Cockpit: Between Sky and Reality
Yara Germany 27/04 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Exclusive – This is Beirut boards MEA’s cockpit. Pilots and cabin crew open their doors to us, share their passion, and recount how they kept Lebanon flying — even in times of war. Between sky and ground, an immersive report.
Christians Worldwide Observe Good Friday with Solemn Processions
Lyne Sammouri 18/04 18:50 - Reading : less than a minute
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Christians around the world observed Good Friday with solemn processions, reflecting on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. These symbolic acts of faith brought millions together in remembrance and prayer.
Lebanon of Tomorrow Keeps Easter Traditions Alive
Lyne Sammouri 17/04 19:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon of Tomorrow Easter Holy Thursday Maamoul Churches
For the sixth year in a row, volunteers from Lebanon of Tomorrow roamed the streets of Achrafieh on Holy Thursday, visiting seven churches and handing out maamoul to passersby, spreading smiles and sweetness along the way.
Lebanese React to Pope Francis’ Death
Rayan Chami 21/04 15:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Francis passed away on Monday, April 21, at the age of 88, just one day after he appeared on the balcony of Saint Peter's Basilica to greet worshippers on Easter Sunday. His sudden passing has resonated across the world, including in Lebanon, where many expressed sorrow, admiration, and respect for the pontiff. Here's a look at how people in ...
The First 100 Days of Trump 2.0
This is Beirut 21/04 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute
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The 100-day report card for Trump’s second term reveals a presidency in overdrive: 129 executive orders signed, a brutal immigration purge, unwavering backing for Israel, and fresh hostility toward Ukraine, all while sidelining multilateral diplomacy.
Prices Rise Again: +0.44% in March
This is Beirut 23/04 14:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon's consumer price index for March 2025 recorded an increase of 0.44% compared with February 2025. The annual change in the consumer price index for March 2025 was 14.19% compared with March 2024. Concerning the monthly variation of the index by governorate, the figures are as follows: Beirut: up 0.33 Mount Lebanon: up 0.11 North: up ...
Beirut Airport: Flowers, Suitcases and Smiles
Moncef Ait Kaci 18/04 10:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Flowers, hugs and smiling faces… Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport is seeing a steady flow of passengers this spring. With Easter celebrations, school breaks and the May 1st holiday all falling within the same period, many are taking the opportunity to return to Lebanon. The atmosphere is one of emotion, attachment and long-awaited ...
Stray Dogs Are Being Poisoned Again
Rayan Chami 26/04 09:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Stray dogs continue to suffer in silence, poisoned without consequence. In 2017, Law 47 criminalized abuse and poisoning, but weak enforcement has rendered it ineffective. While the killings go largely unnoticed, one truth remains: if no one speaks up, silence will keep costing lives.
Vatican Celebrates Easter's Holy Chrism Mass
This Is Beirut 17/04 18:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Vatican celebrates the Chrism Mass, a traditional Holy Week ceremony. During this period, the Catholic Church commemorates the Passion of Christ, his death and resurrection.
World Bids Farewell to Pope Francis
Rayan Chami 26/04 15:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Tears and applause filled St. Peter’s Square as hundreds of thousands of mourners, alongside world leaders, bid farewell to Pope Francis – a pontiff celebrated for his compassion, humility and an unwavering call to “build bridges, not walls.”
Sudan, an 'almost empty' country
This is Beirut 29/04 15:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Aerial images showing bullet impacts on the walls of buildings in Omdurman, a city neighboring the capital Khartoum, following the war between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
One Easter, One Hope
Rayan Chami 20/04 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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In a rare alignment of calendars, Lebanon’s Orthodox, Greek Catholic and Maronite churches celebrated Easter together. From messages of renewal to reflections on unity and homecoming, believers across sects shared one spirit of resurrection and hope.
Evacuation warning issued by the Israeli army to the inhabitants of a neighborhood in Beirut southern suburbs
27/04 17:30
Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee issued an urgent evacuation warning to the people in Beirut's southern suburbs, particularly in the Hadath neighborhood: -To all those present in the building shown in red on the attached map, as well as in neighboring buildings: you are in the vicinity of facilities belonging to Hezbollah. - For your ...
Putin Orders Surprise Three-Day Ceasefire in May
28/04 14:35
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a surprise three-day ceasefire from May 8-10, coinciding with Moscow's World War II Victory Day commemorations, the Kremlin said Monday. "Russia believes that the Ukrainian side should follow this example. In the event of violations of the truce by the Ukrainian side, the Russian armed forces will give ...