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Terry Anderson, Lebanon's Longest-held Hostage, Dies at 76
This Is Beirut 2024-04-22 15:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
American journalist Terry Anderson, who was snatched by Islamic militants in Lebanon in 1985 and held hostage for six years, died at age 76 Sunday, his former employer the Associated Press (AP) said. Anderson, then the AP's Beirut bureau chief, was the longest-held Western hostage in Lebanon when he was finally released in 1991. He died at his ...
Doncic Shines as Mavs Sink Clippers, Timberwolves Down Suns
2024-04-24 10:53 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Luka Doncic scored 32 points as the Dallas Mavericks battled to a series-tying 96-93 road victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday in a tense NBA Western Conference playoff duel. Slovenian star Doncic combined with Kyrie Irving for 55 points to ensure that Dallas will head back to Texas with honors even at 1-1 in the best-of-seven ...
Basket-Wasl: Al-Riyadi Smashed Iran's Gorgan
Makram Haddad 2024-04-26 12:41 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Al-Riyadi, buoyed by 20 points from the unstoppable and impregnable Maker, slapped Iranian club Gorgan (95-60), quickly overtaken by events, to take a one-to-none lead in their West Asia Basket-ball League (Wasl) final on Thursday. Al-Riyadi beat Gorgan in Act I of the Wasl final. In diesel mode, al-Riyadi had a complicated first quarter. ...
The Editorial - US University Protests: Inconsistencies and Ignorance
Michel Touma 2024-05-01 11:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
"The dress does not make the monk.” This French idiom, which implies that appearances can be deceiving, certainly applies to the field of political maneuvering, and it is equally pertinent when dealing with mass manipulation. As such, political stances howled amidst the media frenzy often serve as a dense smoke cloud, inadequately veiling the ...
Mikati’s Billion Euro Deal Selling off Lebanon
2024-05-03 18:13 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
“He went straight for the jugular.” That is how one can summarize the position of caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, following his meeting with the Cypriot President and the President of the European Commission on Thursday. Mikati is seemingly preparing a deal to sell Lebanon off for a billion euros “at the expense of the ...
EU Aid: an Attempt to Bribe Lebanon?
2024-05-03 23:02 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Financial aid allocated by the European Union to Lebanon is known only by its amount. However, questions arise about whether the one billion euros (granted until 2027) is sufficient to "counter" the Syrian crisis and what will become of the plans proposed by the Lebanese government for the repatriation of Syrians from Lebanon. The announcement on ...
River Seine Unfit for Swimming One Month From Paris Olympics
This Is Beirut 2024-06-28 19:08 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Results showed on Friday that the river Seine is still failing water quality tests one month before the Paris Olympics, when it is scheduled to host the open-water swimming competition and the swimming leg of the triathlon. The latest tests, completed last week and released by the Paris mayor's office, showed that levels of the E.Coli bacteria ...
Demiral Double Sends Turkey Into Euro-2024 Quarters at Austria's Expense
This Is Beirut 2024-07-03 09:56 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Merih Demiral was Turkey's unlikely hero with both goals in a 2-1 win over Austria on Tuesday that booked their place in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals. The Al-Ahli center-back smashed home after just 58 seconds and produced a towering header on the hour mark to double Turkey's lead. Michael Gregoritsch quickly pulled a goal back for Austria, and ...
Curry's Comeback Ignites Warriors, Lakers' Davis Injured
2024-03-17 13:52 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Stephen Curry returned from a sprained ankle to score 31 points, and reserve Klay Thompson added 26 to spark Golden State over the Los Angeles Lakers 128-121 in an NBA showdown on Saturday. The Lakers, who lost forward Anthony Davis after the first quarter to a poke in the left eye, squandered a 40-point performance by LeBron James in falling to ...
600,000 People Attend Pope's Mass in East Timor
This Is Beirut 2024-09-10 13:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Pope Francis hosted a mass for hundreds of thousands of devotees in East Timor on Tuesday, rallying the faithful of the most Catholic country outside the Vatican in tropical heat. Pilgrims have clamoured to the capital to catch a glimpse of the 87-year-old pontiff, greeting him with a rapturous reception in a coastal area of Dili ahead of his ...
Alain Delon: A Final Farewell in Private at Douchy
Béatrice Moreau 2024-08-22 10:36 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
This Saturday, August 24, far from the spotlight and cameras, a final tribute will be paid to Alain Delon. The iconic actor from The Leopard, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 88, will rest for eternity at his property in Douchy, in the Loiret region, surrounded by his loved ones and his beloved dogs. [caption id="attachment_283950" ...
Basel Brings Eurovision to the Heart of Europe in 2025
Béatrice Moreau 2024-08-31 10:39 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Basel, the Swiss city on the borders of France and Germany, has been selected to host the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in 2025, promising a glitzy celebration connecting people across Europe through music. The Swiss city of Basel has been chosen to host the 69th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025, following Switzerland’s victory at ...
Netanyahu Refuses Israeli Withdrawal from Philadelphi Corridor
This Is Beirut 2024-09-02 21:38 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted on Monday that Israeli forces must retain control over the Philadelphi Corridor along the Egypt-Gaza border, vowing "not to give in to pressure" over the issue in Gaza ceasefire talks. "The achievement of the war's objectives goes through the Philadelphi Corridor," he said at a televised press ...
Ugandan Athlete Cheptegei Dies After Fire Attack by Boyfriend
2024-09-05 17:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei died in Kenya on Thursday, four days after being set on fire by her boyfriend in an attack in her home. It was the latest horrific incident of gender-based violence in the East African country, where activists have warned of a femicide epidemic. The 33-year-old long distance runner died at about 5:30 AM (0230 ...
The Collectif Monnot: A New Cultural Heartbeat for Beirut
This Is Beirut 2024-09-07 10:37 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Collectif Monnot was inaugurated this Wednesday, September 4. This groundbreaking initiative unites the cultural powers of the Monnot neighborhood to refine Beirut's cultural landscape. This collaboration brings together eight leading cultural institutions, transforming the Monnot area into a vibrant hub of cultural activities. The Collectif ...
Paris Paralympics Closing Ceremony: A Dazzling Celebration of Johnny, Breakdance and Electro
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-09-09 11:31 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
The Paris Paralympic Games came to a spectacular end on Sunday, during a ceremony that blended emotional tributes, breathtaking artistic performances and a celebration of French electronic music, capping off an extraordinary summer filled with sports and togetherness. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games concluded in style on Sunday evening at the ...
James Earl Jones, Voice of Darth Vader, Dies at 93
This Is Beirut 2024-09-10 13:38 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
James Earl Jones, the voice behind iconic characters like Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in The Lion King, passed away on Monday, September 9, at 93. His six-decade career left an indelible mark on cinema and theater, with roles that spanned genres and generations. On Monday, Hollywood mourned the passing of James Earl Jones, whose ...
Trump and Harris Take the Stage in Key Pennsylvania
This Is Beirut 2024-08-17 21:43 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are holding dueling campaign stops in the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania this weekend, as new polling shows the United States vice president making major gains ahead of her big moment at next week's Democratic National Convention. Trump will hold a rally in the small town of Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, ...
SpaceX Makes History with First Spacewalks by Private Citizens
2024-09-12 16:54 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
A pioneering private crew made history Thursday by becoming the first civilians to perform spacewalks, as NASA hailed "a giant leap forward" for the commercial space industry. The SpaceX Polaris Dawn mission, led by fintech billionaire Jared Isaacman, launched early Tuesday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, journeying deeper into the ...
Historic Private Astronaut Mission Splashes Down off Florida
This Is Beirut 2024-09-15 12:08 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The SpaceX Polaris Dawn mission, which made history when its crew conducted the first spacewalk by non-government astronauts, splashed down off the coast of Florida early Sunday. The Dragon spacecraft landed in the ocean at 3:37 AM, a webcast of the splashdown showed, with a recovery team deploying in the pre-dawn darkness to retrieve the ...
Latest Toll of Pager Explosions: 11 Killed, 4000 Wounded, Hezbollah Accuses Israel
This Is Beirut 2024-09-17 20:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Eleven people, including the son of Hezbollah MP Ali Ammar, were killed and 4000, mostly Hezbollah members (according to an initial assessment), as well as the Iranian ambassador to Beirut, Mojtaba Amani, were simultaneously injured across Lebanon on Tuesday in an unprecedented Israeli technological attack targeting their Pagers, according to the ...
Hezbollah Supporters in Disbelief after Leader's Death
This Is Beirut 2024-09-28 23:44 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
As word of Hassan Nasrallah's death filtered out on the streets of Beirut, supporters who had been forced to flee Hezbollah's stronghold in the Lebanese capital refused to believe the news. "They are lying," said one woman on the back of a motorbike. "Sayyed is well," she said, referring to the Hezbollah leader, who enjoyed cult status among ...
Iran's 'Serious Dilemma' After Hezbollah Chief’s Killing
This Is Beirut 2024-09-29 18:39 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Israel's killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has given Iran a serious dilemma, how to cope with the loss of a crucial ally and still maintain its regional influence. Hezbollah, which has long been armed and financed by Iran, confirmed on Saturday Nasrallah's death after Israel said it had "eliminated" him in an air strike on Beirut's ...
Israel Marks First Anniversary of October 7th
This is Beirut 2024-10-07 10:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Israel began its commemorations on Monday of the one-year anniversary of Hamas' deadly October 7 attack, with an outpouring of emotion at vigils at massacre sites and rallies calling for the return of hostages. Ceremonies and events are planned across Israel and in cities around the world to mark the anniversary of the unprecedented attack by ...
Fear, Indifference in Iran Over Threat of Israeli Attack
This is Beirut 2024-10-11 18:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
With Israel threatening retaliation against Iran's missile attack, many on the streets of the Iranian capital appeared unfazed, while some expressed worries for their safety. All around Tehran, streets remained choked with the usual traffic as families took leisurely strolls through parks at the start of the weekend. Chatter poured onto the ...
Alain Delon, the Steely Blue Gaze Etched in Film History
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-08-18 18:00 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
Alain Delon, the iconic figure of French cinema, has passed away at the age of 88. Although the deterioration of his health foreshadowed the inevitable, the announcement of his death resonated like an emotional earthquake, powerfully reminding us of the end of an era. Here is a look back at the life and career of a legendary actor. This Sunday, ...
Olympic Games 2024: Chiles Says Losing Medal “Devastating” and Unjust Blow
This Is Beirut 2024-08-16 09:56 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
American gymnast Jordan Chiles said Thursday that being stripped of a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics has been devastating and heartbreaking and delivered her an unjust blow. The 23-year-old from Los Angeles also said a swirl of social media attacks have been extremely hurtful as she tries to recover from the controversy over the floor ...
Biden to Hold NATO Press Conference Amid Calls to Step Down
This Is Beirut 2024-07-11 11:19 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
US President Joe Biden will hold a press conference on Thursday at NATO's summit in Washington, as he hopes to dispel calls to step down in the coming election in November. US President Joe Biden will give his first press conference on Thursday, the first since his debate disaster against Donald Trump, in a pressure-cooker moment that could seal ...
Paris 2024: Céline Dion’s Return Illuminates the Olympics’ Opening
Sophia Novalis 2024-07-27 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games transformed the Seine into a breathtaking stage, celebrating the diversity and cultural richness of France. The highlight of the evening was Céline Dion, who, despite her illness, moved the world by performing "L'hymne à l'amour" from the Eiffel Tower. “It is an honor for me to represent my ...
Bill Viola, the Visionary Video Artist, Passed Away
Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-15 14:16 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Bill Viola, the pioneering video artist known for his emotionally charged installations, died at 73, leaving behind a legacy that profoundly influenced contemporary art and redefined the medium's potential. Bill Viola, the visionary American artist who transformed video into a medium of profound emotional and spiritual expression, passed away on ...