Search : imitation designer bags online 【Visit Sig8.com】9ZP42K8.jlxE 1012 result(s)
China Calls Gaza War 'A Disgrace to Civilization'
This Is Beirut 2024-03-07 11:49 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi renewed China's call for a ceasefire in Gaza on Thursday, March 7, calling it, as it enters its sixth month, "a disgrace to civilization." China described the war in Gaza as a "disgrace to civilization" and called on Thursday for an immediate ceasefire as the conflict stretched into its sixth month despite efforts ...
‘Cute’ Exhibition in London: A Journey into Kawaii Culture
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-25 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In the heart of London, the Cute exhibition at Somerset House presents a unique exploration of the “cute” phenomenon in contemporary culture. This intriguing display, opening on Thursday, delves into the multifaceted influence of cuteness, a concept deeply ingrained in our everyday lives yet rich in complexity and history. The Somerset House, ...
ISF Foil Captagon Smuggling Attempt to Arab Country
This Is Beirut 2024-01-22 15:11 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Internal Security Forces (ISF) issued a statement on Monday regarding their successful interception of drug smuggling attempts outside Lebanon. The Regional Anti-Drug Office in Sidon, part of the Judicial Police Unit, successfully thwarted a smuggling operation on December 30, involving 418,380 Captagon pills concealed professionally inside ...
Red Reigns Supreme in Winter 2024!
Juliana Breidy 2024-01-14 13:38 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Red is resurging as the standout color of winter 2024. Having taken a backseat in recent times, red. in all its forms, including cherry red, is set to take the limelight in the upcoming months. Its dynamic and sensual vibrancy makes it a top choice, perfect for a bold, head-to-toe ensemble or for adding subtle highlights to your silhouette during ...
Gaza Telecoms Disrupted as Israeli Bombardment Continues
This Is Beirut 2024-01-12 22:48 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
On the 98th day of the war between Hamas and Israel, internet and telephone connections were cut in the Gaza Strip. Israeli bombardments continue in the south of the enclave, while humanitarian aid is struggling to get through. Telecommunication services were cut across besieged Gaza on Friday as Israeli strikes killed dozens in southern cities ...
Dozens Die in Israeli Bombardment of Central and Southern Gaza
This Is Beirut 2024-01-12 13:44 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Israeli airstrikes cause dozens of fatalities in central and southern Gaza overnight on Thursday-Friday. Concerns grow over civilian casualties and international response in the 98-day conflict. Oxfam notes a record daily death toll, impacting communities on both sides. Israeli strikes killed dozens in Gaza overnight on Thursday-Friday, sources on ...
Scores Dead in Iran Blasts near Qassem Soleimani's Grave
This Is Beirut 2024-01-03 14:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
A pair of bomb explosions on Wednesday, claimed the lives of at least 103 individuals in Iran. They tore through a gathering commemorating the fourth anniversary of the death of Revolutionary Guards General Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a US strike. State media provided the reported details of the tragic incident. Twin bomb blasts killed at ...
Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Countries Doing Business With Iran
This is Beirut 13/01 09:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Donald Trump Tehran United Arab Emirates USA Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced fresh tariffs on Iran's trading partners in an apparent response to the rising number of people killed during recent protests. In a post on Truth Social, President Trump wrote that any country "doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran" will pay a 25% tariff "effective ...
Trump Says US Will Hit Iran 'Very Hard' if Protesters Are Killed
This is Beirut 08/01 22:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to take severe action against Iran if its authorities "start killing people" who are protesting in the country, where an economic crisis has led to mounting civil unrest, according to AFP. "I have let them know that if they start killing people, which they tend to do during ...
Looksmaxxing: The Male Side of the Beauty Obsession
Sana Richa Choucair 2025-10-19 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Tik Tok look optimization beauty masculinity
On TikTok, forums and countless corners of the web, a growing trend grips young men: looksmaxxing, the drive to “maximize” one’s appearance. This isn’t just grooming or fitness, it’s conforming to rigid aesthetic ideals with extreme methods, turning bodies into commodities. What is the origin of this term? What vocabulary has it ...
Labubu and Pazuzu: The Sinister Tale of a Viral Doll
Bélinda Ibrahim 2025-10-26 19:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Labubu Pazuzu Doll Cuture Rumor
In recent months, social media has been buzzing with a peculiar rumor: the famous Labubu dolls, icons of Asian pop culture, may actually be modeled on Pazuzu, a demon from ancient Mesopotamia. Straddling the line between sensationalism and imagination, the rumor has sparked fascination and anxiety among fans, collectors and the wider public. But ...
Napoleon’s Diamond Brooch to Shine at Sotheby’s Geneva Auction
This is Beirut 2025-11-07 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Jewelry Auction Napoleon History Switzerland Culture
Spectacular diamonds valued at tens of millions of dollars will go under the hammer in Geneva next week, alongside a brooch seized from Napoleon as he fled the Battle of Waterloo. The unique brooch laden with old mine-cut diamonds, which has been valued at $150,000 to $250,000, will be the star piece at Sotheby's annual Royal & Noble Jewels sale ...
France Moves to Suspend Shein Website as First Store Opens in Paris
This is Beirut 2025-11-05 19:57 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Shein opened its first physical store worldwide in Paris under the eye of riot police, as the French government said it was suspending the Asian e-commerce giant's online platform following outrage over its sale of childlike sex dolls. Hundreds of shoppers streamed into Shein's permanent physical store on the sixth floor of the BHV department ...
From Baghdad to Russia: A Deadly Bet
This is Beirut 2025-11-05 15:15 - Reading : 9 minute(s)
Tik Tok Iraq Russia War Ukraine mercenary
Smiling broadly and clad in military fatigues, young Iraqi Mohammed Imad's last TikTok post was in a field carved up with heavy vehicle tracks in what appeared to be Ukraine. Smoke was rising behind him. "Pray for me," read the caption next to a Russian flag. That was in May. Months went by without a word, only rumors. Mohammed had been taken ...
Through Parr’s Lens: Satire, Consumption, and the Modern World
This is Beirut 2025-11-03 15:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Photography Martin Parr AI Satire Britain Culture
British documentary photographer Martin Parr says the world has never been more in need of satire like that in his images because many people are too wealthy and their lifestyle is unsustainable. "The state we're all in is appalling," said the 73-year-old, known for his humorous snapshots of bronzed beachgoers and selfie-snapping ...
Saydet al-Jabal Urges Lebanon to Negotiate with Israel and Reclaim Control of Weapons
This is Beirut 2025-11-03 14:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Nawaf Salam Lebanon Achrafieh Gulf Hezbollah United Nations
The Saydet al-Jabal Gathering called for direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, urging President Joseph Aoun to personally lead talks to address outstanding issues, including Israel’s withdrawal from five disputed points and the return of prisoners. The group said such a step could move Lebanon from war toward peace and allow it to ...
Trump Does Not Rule Out any Kind of Nigeria Military Operation
This is Beirut 2025-11-03 13:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Donald Trump United States Washington Nigeria
US President Donald Trump has repeated his threat of a military operation in Nigeria over killings of Christians, and that it could be ground or air attacks. As claims of Christian "persecution" in Africa's most populous country have found traction online among the US and European right, experts say Nigeria's myriad conflicts ...
Coded to Influence
Rayan Chami 2025-11-02 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
AI Influencers AI Social Media
They look real, post selfies, and partner with global brands, but they’re not human. Meet the AI-made influencers redefining fame, trust, and authenticity online. Behind every perfect post lies a team and a code, shaping how we see, feel, and connect.
Impunity: When Justice Falls Silent
Sana Richa Choucair 2025-11-02 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
United Nations International Day Journalists AI Crimes
Every year on November 2, the United Nations marks the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists (IDEI). Between 2006 and 2024, more than 1,700 journalists were killed worldwide. In nearly 9 out of 10 cases, their killers have never been brought to justice, according to UNESCO’s Observatory of Killed Journalists. This ...
Selena Gomez: When Intimacy Becomes Performance
Bélinda Ibrahim 2025-11-02 11:46 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Selena Gomez Social Media Culture Instagram
Not long ago, Selena Gomez was, for many, simply Disney’s newest rising star. Classic recipe: a soft voice, a radiant smile, hits perfectly calibrated for global youth. But behind the pop persona, another figure slowly emerged, one that ran counter to celebrity convention: a woman who reveals her fragilities, shares her storms, and speaks to her ...
Sudan's RSF says Arrests Fighters Accused of Abuses in El-Fasher
This is Beirut 2025-10-31 14:57 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
United Nations El-Fasher Sudan Darfur
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces said they had arrested several of their fighters accused of committing abuses during the capture of the city of El-Fasher, including a man identified by AFP in multiple execution videos. The RSF, at war with the army since April 2023, seized El-Fasher -- the army's last stronghold in western Darfur -- on ...
Amazon Says Cutting 14,000 Jobs Globally
This is Beirut 2025-10-28 13:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
US online retail giant Amazon said Tuesday that it is eliminating 14,000 jobs to streamline its operations as it invests in artificial intelligence, without saying where the cuts will come. Amazon said in a statement the reductions were a "continuation" of its efforts "to get even stronger by further reducing bureaucracy, removing layers, and ...
Musk Launches Grokipedia to Rival 'Left-Biased' Wikipedia
This is Beirut 2025-10-28 09:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Elon Musk's company xAI launched Grokipedia on Monday to compete with online encyclopedia Wikipedia, which he has accused of ideological bias. The site dubbed version 0.1 had more than 885,000 articles by Monday evening, compared to Wikipedia's more than seven million in English. The launch came with the promise of a newer version, 1.0, which ...
Ten People Go on Trial Over Online Harassment of French First Lady
This is Beirut 2025-10-27 15:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Emmanuel Macron United States USA
Ten people went on trial in Paris Monday charged with sexist online harassment of Brigitte Macron, in the latest case linked to unsubstantiated gender claims thrown at the French first lady in France and beyond. The trial comes after she and President Emmanuel Macron filed a defamation lawsuit in the United States at the end of July, in ...
1,500 People Facing Prosecution in Morocco Over GenZ Protests: NGO
This is Beirut 2025-10-24 22:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
More than 1,500 people are facing prosecution in Morocco over recent GenZ 212 protests demanding better public education and health care, a local NGO said Friday. About a thousand of the suspects are currently in custody, and 240 have already been sentenced by a court in Agadir, in the south -- 39 of them to prison terms of between six and 15 ...
Spanish Star Rosalía Unveils 'Lux', a Spiritual and Multilingual New Album
This is Beirut 2025-11-07 17:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Music Rosalía New Album Global Sounds Spain Culture
Spanish singer Rosalía released her anticipated fourth album, Lux, on Friday, a sweeping, spiritual work that marks a departure from her previous work. After the acclaim for her breakthrough album, El Mal Querer, which fused flamenco with R&B rhythms, and her genre-defying follow-up, Motomami, Rosalía offers an orchestral meditation on faith ...
In Abu Dhabi, AI Now Officiates Marriages
This is Beirut 2025-10-24 19:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Technology takes another leap in Abu Dhabi. At the Gitex tech exhibition, one innovation is stealing the spotlight: a virtual agent that can marry couples entirely online. Through the government app TAMM, couples can now get married in Abu Dhabi without traveling, even from abroad. A milestone that reflects the UAE’s ambition to become an ...
Online Search a Battleground for AI Titans
This is Beirut 2025-10-23 09:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
AI Technology Google OpenAI Atlas
Tech firms battling for supremacy in artificial intelligence are out to transform how people search the web, challenging the dominance of the Chrome browser at the heart of Google's empire. Chatbots that started out as AI-powered assistants have gradually merged with web browsers and can independently scour the internet for detailed answers to ...
Honoring a Historic Visit: Lebanon Commemorates Pope Leo XIV with a Stamp
Christiane Tager 2025-10-22 21:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Pope Francis Pope Leo XIV
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lebanon, scheduled for November 30 to December 2, 2025, the Ministry of Telecommunications has confirmed to This is Beirut that the country will issue a special stamp commemorating the pontifical visit. According to Ministry sources, this official release has been entrusted to LibanPost, which will oversee its ...
Drone Attacks Target Khartoum Airport for Second Day
This is Beirut 2025-10-22 19:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Paramilitary drone attacks targeted Khartoum International Airport for a second consecutive day on Wednesday, a Sudanese military source told AFP, as authorities attempted to reopen the facility for domestic flights for the first time in over two years. The airport has been closed since April 2023, when fighting broke out between the Sudanese ...