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The Arab League: Striving for Unity Amidst De Facto Divisions
Malo Pinatel 2025-03-05 19:55 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Nawaf Salam Middle East Arab League Gaza
Countering the plans of Trump and Israel regarding the future of the Gaza Strip was the backdrop for the Arab League leaders’ gathering on Tuesday at the organization's headquarters in Cairo. At the end of the summit, they adopted a new reconstruction plan for the enclave, presented by Egypt, valued at $53 billion. This marked a rare moment of ...
Redemptive Art Beyond Human Fallibility
This is Beirut 2025-03-03 21:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The link between an artist's morality and the legitimacy of their art is a question that transcends the ages, fueling sometimes fierce debates about the role and place of art in our modern societies. At a time when artists' statements are scrutinized through the lens of morality, it is legitimate to wonder whether art should dissociate itself from ...
Generative AI: A Threat to Our Critical Thinking?
Jean-Jacques Bedu 2025-02-26 19:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
AI Artificial Intelligence Study
Recent studies, including a joint investigation by Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University involving several hundred professionals, suggest that growing reliance on artificial intelligence tools is leading to a notable decline in critical analysis. As experts place increasing trust in automated systems, they gradually relinquish their own ...
Major Overhaul in Washington: Trump Strikes on All Fronts
Moncef Ait-Kaci 2025-02-24 18:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
United States Donald Trump Elon Musk
US President Donald Trump has initiated a major reshuffling of the federal government since his return to the White House in January 2025. Thousands of government employees have been dismissed, and several programs have been put on hold, with no sector spared. Among the high-ranking officials dismissed was General Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman ...
Flu: Balancing Viral Mutations and Vaccine Protection
Alain E. Andrea 2025-02-23 11:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Dry cough, frequent sneezing, high fever, muscle aches, headaches and extreme fatigue: these telltale symptoms emerge every winter, signaling the return of seasonal respiratory infections. Among them, the flu is one of the most common. As temperatures drop, the conditions become ideal for the spread of several viruses, including influenza, which ...
Is Hope Bound to Lead to Disillusionment?
David Sahyoun 2025-02-05 18:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Lebanon Psychoanalysis Culture Hope
Is hope bound to lead to disillusionment? This fundamental question shapes our individual and collective lives, from the intimacy of the psychoanalytic couch to the political upheavals that shake public squares, to the conjugal bedrooms where the dramas of love unfold. Psychoanalysis, through its various theoretical currents, offers valuable ...
Panama Canal at the Heart of Trump’s Expansionist Project
Ali A. Hamadé 2025-01-31 20:35 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
Donald Trump United States Panama Canal Trade
The re-election of Donald Trump marks the dawn of a new expansionist era, fueled by bold promises made during his campaign. From the proposal to annex Greenland to the dream of integrating Canada as the 51st US state, and the ambition to regain control of the Panama Canal—an engineering marvel and a crucial artery of global trade—Trump ...
Jonathan Anderson teases Dior debut with Mbappé, Basquiat and Marie Antoinette
This is Beirut 2025-06-27 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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It’s the most eagerly awaited show of Paris Men’s Fashion Week. And for the last few days, Dior’s new creative director Jonathan Anderson has been dropping clues on social media about the contents of his first collection for the fabled French house. In a virtual version of Hansel and Gretel, the 40-year-old Northern Irishman has been ...
Saint Laurent, Vuitton Light Up Paris Men's Fashion Week
This is Beirut 2025-06-25 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Fashion Culture Paris Paris Fashion Week France Art
Saint Laurent and Vuitton opened Paris Men's Fashion Week on Tuesday with collections tinged with retro influences, as the industry reels from the revolving door of creative directors and a diminished appetite for luxury goods. Saint Laurent Returns with Playful Retro Style Saint Laurent kicked things off with a playful spring-summer 2026 ...
Starliner Returns Empty After NASA Safety Concerns
This Is Beirut 2024-09-07 11:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
astronauts Boeing International Space Station Nasa Starliner
Boeing's beleaguered Starliner made its long-awaited return to Earth on Saturday without the astronauts who rode it up to the International Space Station, after NASA deemed it too risky to bring them back aboard the spacecraft. After years of delays, Starliner launched in June for what was meant to be a roughly weeklong test mission -- a final ...
Silent Streets, Somber Christmas in the Holy Land
This Is Beirut 2023-12-25 10:43 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The usually vibrant and festive atmosphere in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve, was overshadowed by the ongoing war in Gaza, subduing the holiday cheer. The streets, typically adorned with festive decorations, stood quiet on this special evening, with a noticeable absence of worshipers and tourists in the historic town, recognized as the birthplace of ...
NY Fashion Week: Protective Urban Chic With Helmut Lang
2024-02-11 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Helmut Lang initiated the autumn-winter 2024 New York Fashion Week marathon on Friday, February 9. The fashion artist unveiled a collection that offers "protection" with distinctly urban flair. The Helmut Lang’s autumn-winter 2024 New York Fashion Week kicked off with an innovative use of bubble wrap fabric, balaclavas and puff jackets, ...
Between Giacometti and Miró, Jacquemus Sculpts His Fashion
Zeina Nader 2024-01-31 14:22 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
The latest Jacquemus fashion show, titled “Les Sculptures,” took place in the artistic and inspiring environment of the Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-De-Vence. This event marked a remarkable fusion of fashion and art, showcasing the creator’s new collection amidst the iconic works of Giacometti and Miró. View this post ...
Paris Fashion Week: Georges Hobeika's Couture Tribute to His Lebanese Roots
2024-01-27 13:59 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
During Paris Fashion Week, Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika presented his spring 2024 collection at the Hotel Pozzo di Borgo, an iconic venue in the French capital. This collection, titled The Golden Age of the Orient, marks a significant turning point in Hobeika’s artistic journey, bridging his Lebanese heritage with the modernity of ...
Love Affair on Everybody’s Lips: Fashion and Ballet
2024-01-26 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The symbiotic relationship between ballet and fashion, a phenomenon tracing its roots back centuries, remains a subject of considerable interest in the artistic world. The 2024 Paris Fashion Week serves as a contemporary testament to this enduring connection, with high-end fashion houses drawing inspiration from the elegant elements of ...
Colorful Wind of Change for Fashion Designers in Iran
2024-01-26 10:24 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In Iran, a vibrant challenge is sweeping through the fashion industry. Designers are trying to find balance between the traditionally dark attire and a burst of bright colors while navigating the stringent dress code for women. Post-1979 revolution, Iran imposed a rigid dress code on women, mandating loose-fitting garments covering the head and ...
Georges Chakra’s Fashion Show Illuminates Paris’ Cathedral
2024-01-25 18:07 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
"An homage to the extraordinary at the heart of the ordinary." Such is the essence of Georges Chakra's Spring-Summer 2024 fashion show. On January 23, 2024, his collection, imbued with dreamlike realism, transformed the American Cathedral in Paris, the quintessential fashion capital, into an artistic immersion. The Spring-Summer 2024 couture show ...
Paris Men’s Fashion Week: Diverse Shows, Safe Choices
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-23 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Paris Men’s Fashion Week, a beacon of global fashion trends, concluded, marking another chapter in the city’s illustrious legacy as the commercial and artistic heart of haute couture. This year’s event, while not particularly risky in its fashion statements, confirmed Paris’ status as an epicenter of creative and commercial prowess in the ...
Churchill's Artistic Journey: A Leader’s Creative Side
2024-01-22 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Winston Churchill, renowned as the "Old Lion" and a pivotal figure in the Second World War, was not only a distinguished British Prime Minister but also a gifted painter and Nobel laureate in literature. An array of his personal items, encompassing books, letters, speeches, furniture, and paintings, are currently being showcased and offered for ...
Waddah Faris Was 'Larger Than Life'
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-01-15 17:04 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Waddah Faris, a distinguished figure in both Lebanese and regional art, has left an indelible legacy in the world of art and culture. He recently passed away at the age of 84. Renowned for his charisma and extraordinary personality, Faris not only significantly influenced local and Arab art scenes but also made a mark on the international ...
Countdown to Louis Vuitton’s Paris Fashion Show
2024-01-14 10:17 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Paris, France, is set to host its renowned Autumn-Winter Men's Fashion Week, commencing this Tuesday, January 16. Anticipated to be a pivotal event, it promises to unveil key trends that will sculpt the fashion landscape for the year. The week's inaugural highlight is the unveiling of Pharrell Williams' third collection for Louis ...
A Collective and Attractive Exhibition at Beirut Art Center
2024-01-13 10:55 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Since the onset of the political and economic crisis in Lebanon, contemporary art has faced significant challenges. Nevertheless, the Beirut Art Center, a linchpin of Beirut’s contemporary art scene, has demonstrated remarkable resilience. The center is currently hosting “BAC Design,” a collective exhibition showcasing the work of 34 ...
They Departed in 2023: This is Beirut's Walk of Fame
Bélinda Ibrahim 2023-12-31 18:04 - Reading : 13 minute(s)
In 2023, the world bid farewell to a host of international cultural icons, personalities who left their mark on the arts, literature, music, cinema and many other creative fields. These emblematic figures, hailing from all corners of the globe, have enriched our global cultural heritage with their talent, vision and unwavering dedication to their ...
Hamas-Israel War: Zara Accused of Distasteful Manipulation
Bélinda Ibrahim 2023-12-11 18:31 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Zara, the renowned Spanish fashion retailer, finds itself embroiled in controversy following a recent advertising campaign. This campaign, featuring statues with missing limbs amidst debris, has drawn parallels to the destruction seen in Gaza. The fashion brand Zara is thrust into the spotlight not for its fashion creations, but for its ...
London Fashion Week: A Celebration of Style Amid Challenges
Béatrice Moreau 2024-02-18 14:05 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
As London Fashion Week (LFW) marks its 40th season, it unfolds a tapestry of fashion that mirrors the eclectic and evolving nature of the industry. Amid the UK’s economic downturn, LFW kicked off with a display that spanned from the traditional tweed to the iconic low-rise jeans of the early 2000s, showcasing the resilience and ...
‘Women Dressing Women,’ an Exhibition Transcending All Barriers
2023-12-06 11:09 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City hosted a media preview for its latest Costume Institute exhibit, Women Dressing Women, on December 4. This exhibit marks a significant exploration of the impact and influence women designers have had on the fashion industry, particularly in how women dress. The Women Dressing Women showcase ...
Displacement Fuels Fears of Hezbollah Infiltration Across Lebanon
Ian Stettner 14/03 16:35 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
Lebanon Hezbollah Achrafieh Internal Security Forces Israel
From Beirut’s suburbs to the Beqaa valley, to Druze strongholds in the eastern Chouf and Aley, and north across the Christian belt from the mountain resorts to the coast, fears are rising that Hezbollah operatives may be among the growing numbers of displaced Shia families. Israeli assassination strikes in historically-neutral parts of ...
Breaking the Crowdfunding Myth: The Digital Architecture Funding Iran’s Proxy Wars
Ian Talley 02/03 16:05 - Reading : 674 minute(s)
Lebanese Forces USA G7 Hamas Hezbollah Iran
For years, Iran’s use of cryptocurrency was written off as pocket-change militant fundraising. A slew of enforcement actions now shows something far more consequential: Tehran and its terror allies have woven digital assets into the core financial architecture that bankrolls their war machines. By integrating crypto into their control of ...
UN Visit to Sudan's El-Fasher Finds Traumatised Civilians in 'Unsafe Conditions'
This is Beirut 2025-12-29 16:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
United Nations Sudan Conflict Aid
Traumatised civilians left in Sudan's El-Fasher after its capture by paramilitary forces are living without water or sanitation in a city haunted by famine, UN aid coordinator Denise Brown told AFP on Monday. El-Fasher fell to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in October after more than 500 days of siege, and last Friday a small UN ...
Christmas in South Lebanon: Villages Orphaned of Their Youth
Katia Kahil 2025-12-21 11:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Lebanon South Lebanon USA Displacement
In the villages of South Lebanon, Christmas flickers like a fragile flame. Despite the ever-present fear and palpable tension, church bells toll and evening gatherings are held. In Alma al-Shaab, Yaroun, Deir Mimas, Khiam, and Marjayoun, garlands and nativity scenes timidly pierce the deserted streets. Once alive with laughter and reunion, these ...