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Lebanon’s Roads Face the Eternal Test of Rain

As autumn sets in, worry returns, as residents wonder whether Lebanon’s roads will withstand the coming rains. In Dbayeh, a symbol of recurring floods, authorities promise repairs, but Beirut citizens we spoke to fear yet another round of chaos.

Lebanese Hospitality Reaches New Heights

A fresh wind is blowing through Lebanon’s tourism scene, and it’s coming from the mountains: guesthouses are on the rise. Once limited to around 40 discreet spots, there are now more than 300 open to visitors – true hidden gems nestled in the heart of villages. More than just places to stay, each guesthouse reflects the soul of its region: ...

Gaza Deal: Ceasefire and Hostage Release

A historic deal has been reached in Gaza: Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire following negotiations in Egypt. Hostages taken during the October 7 attack will be exchanged for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. Over 400 humanitarian aid trucks will enter Gaza daily, while a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops is planned.  

Russia Withdraws from European Anti-Torture Convention

President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed a law to pull Russia out of a European anti-torture convention, Moscow's latest rejection of Western institutions and rights protections amid its offensive on Ukraine. According to a document published online by Russian authorities, Putin approved a law to denounce the European Convention for the ...

Fighting Breast Cancer with Light: Joumana’s Story

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, This is Beirut honors the women, the fighters, the faces and the lives behind the battle. Through the story of Joumana, a breast cancer survivor, we share the journey of a woman who transformed pain into a hymn of life. A report by Yara Germany

October 7: Two Years of Chaos

Two years ago today, Hamas launched the “Al-Aqsa Flood” attack on Israel, an offensive that devastated Gaza and set the Middle East ablaze. A look back at the defining moments of this ordeal, which may soon end with Trump’s plan for lasting peace.

When CBD Goes Wrong

Behind the calming image of legal CBD in France lies a darker reality: products adulterated with synthetic cannabinoids have triggered hundreds of poisonings since early 2024. Anxiety attacks, hallucinations, and heart palpitations result from chemicals imported from countries like China or India, mimicking THC but with stronger, unpredictable, ...

Venezuela: Powerful Earthquakes Damage Infrastructure

Multiple quakes exceeding magnitude 6 struck the state of Zulia in Venezuela, damaging roads, homes and hospitals. No casualties were reported, but residents remain shaken as recovery efforts begin.

Michigan Church Attack

A gunman attacked a Mormon church in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, killing four and injuring eight. The shooter, a 40-year-old veteran, was neutralized by police. The church was set on fire. The FBI is investigating this as a targeted act of violence amid a surge in political tensions in the US.