Calisthenics, the Art of the Free Body Gains Ground in Lebanon

Makram Haddad 2025-04-15 10:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Lebanon Dimitrios Yaacoub Calisthenics National champion

No, it is neither a rare disease nor a new fashionable treatment. Behind this slightly barbaric name–which could evoke an antique medicine or a forgotten pathology–calisthenics is indeed a sport. And not just any sport, it is an art of movement, a cult of the free body, a spectacular mix of strength, flexibility and control. Also called ...

Laetitia Moya from Beirut to Paris: Angelic «Fall Together»

2024-07-16 18:44 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Laetitia Moya's angelic voice connects Beirut to Paris with her new single Fall Together. This passionate young filmmaker and singer, now residing in Paris, was discovered by a young Texan music producer. Laetitia Moya recently released a single, Fall Together. The young filmmaker and passionate singer’s talent was noticed by a young music ...

Paris Fashion Week: Unexpected Twists and Emotional Goodbyes

Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-23 10:39 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Paris Fashion Week witnessed a surprising lack of leather at Hermes, a restrained but star-studded Loewe show, and a bittersweet farewell to fashion great Dries Van Noten. The City of Lights was abuzz with excitement as Paris Fashion Week continued to showcase the latest trends and creative visions from some of the world’s most renowned fashion ...

“The Happy Prince” by Shaza Bazerbashi at the Art Scene Gallery

Zeina Nader 2024-06-25 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Listen to the article [audio mp3="https://thisisbeirut.com.lb/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Art-Scene-Gallery-has-been-transformed-into-a-childhood-fairy-tale-for-Shaza-Bazerbashis.mp3"][/audio]   The Art Scene Gallery has been transformed into a childhood fairy tale for Shaza Bazerbashi’s exhibition, unveiling the enchanted world of ...

Myriam Shuman: 'Let’s Enjoy Culture During Beirut Art Days'

2024-06-28 17:53 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

L’Agenda Culturel and the Beirut Art Days committee are partnering to launch the very first edition of Beirut Art Days, a national cultural and artistic festival to be held from July 3 to 6, 2024, in Lebanon. This free event, open to everyone, will bring together a plethora of Lebanese artists and intellectuals for around 130 events covering all ...

Saloua Raouda Choucair: A Museum Celebrates the Lebanese Avant-Garde

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-02 18:17 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon celebrated the opening of the Saloua Raouda Choucair Museum, paying tribute to the pioneer of Arab abstract art. Nestled in a pine forest in Ras el-Metn, this artistic sanctuary offers an exceptional immersion into the universe of this visionary artist. An hour’s drive from the bustling city of Beirut, the Saloua Raouda Choucair Museum ...

Spain’s Pedri to Miss Rest of Euro-2024 Due to Knee Injury

This Is Beirut 2024-07-06 18:28 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Spain midfielder Pedri is set to miss the rest of Euro 2024 after suffering a knee ligament sprain in Friday's quarter-final victory over Germany. The Barcelona playmaker had to be substituted after just eight minutes in the clash in Stuttgart, which Spain won 2-1 after extra-time. In a statement on Saturday, the Spanish football federation said ...

Kenza Layli Crowned Miss AI: Beauty 2.0 Finally Unveiled

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-12 10:55 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

The world of beauty has reached a new milestone with the crowning of Kenza Layli, a Moroccan virtual influencer, at the very first Miss AI contest organized by the World AI Creator Awards (WAICA). This unprecedented event, initiated by Fanvue, aims to celebrate the feats of artificial intelligence and demonstrate how it is revolutionizing our ...

From Saint-Moritz to Paris: The Tumultuous Journey of Lebanon to the Olympic Games

Makram Haddad 2024-07-20 18:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

Saint-Moritz is undoubtedly a significant milestone for Lebanese sports, as it was in this small Swiss town that the Olympic adventure for athletes from the Land of Cedars began in 1948. It was at the Winter Games of 1948 in Saint-Moritz that the first Lebanese delegation, comprising two athletes, Ibrahim Geagea and Mounir Itani, embarked on ...

“The Harvest”: Dalia Baasiri Converts War-Torn Memories into Art

2024-06-22 11:16 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Until July 12, Galerie Janine Rubeiz presents “The Harvest,” an exhibition showcasing the prolific world of Dalia Baasiri, a multidisciplinary artist who adeptly uses drawing, painting, and sculpture as a means of expression. A multifaceted artist trained in graphic design at the American University of Beirut and holding a master’s degree ...

Yemi Alade, the Bold Nigerian at the Service of Afropop

Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-22 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Yemi Alade, a Nigerian singer with 18 million followers on Instagram, is shaking up the afropop scene. Her new album Rebel Queen is set to be released on Friday, featuring prestigious collaborations like Ziggy Marley and Angélique Kidjo. Yemi Alade is fearless. This thirty-something Nigerian singer dares to do what few of her peers do. “I do ...

“Digital.ME”: Digital Art Reinvents Itself at DiGen Art Gallery

2024-07-23 10:36 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

DiGen Art Gallery inaugurates Digital.ME, an innovative exhibition showcasing 11 digital artists from the Middle East, exploring the theme of self-representation through various forms of digital art. The exhibition is on view in Beirut, Monday to Friday from 11 am to 7 pm, and on Saturdays by appointment, until September 6, 2024. Digital.ME ...

Teams Sail Down Seine in Rain-Soaked Olympics Opening Ceremony

2024-07-26 23:34 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

[caption id="attachment_275825" align="alignnone" width="864"] Miguel MEDINA / AFP Athletes from France's delegation wave flags as they sail on a boat under Pont d'Austerlitz[/caption] [caption id="attachment_275827" align="alignnone" width="492"] Laetitia Aoun and Simon Doueihy on ‘their’ peniche. Photo taken from Laetitia Aoun's Instagram ...

Critics Slam 'Inhuman' Sinead O'Connor Waxwork

2024-07-28 10:41 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

A wax statue of the Irish singer Sinead O'Connor, unveiled on Thursday, July 25 at the National Wax Museum in Dublin, was removed on Friday, July 26 following a torrent of harsh criticism. The legendary performer of the global hit Nothing Compares 2 U passed away just a year ago on July 26, 2023, in London at the age of 56, prompting an ...

Zoom in on the Falaq-1 Rocket That Hit Majdal Shams

Malo Pinatel 2024-07-28 13:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

As the town of Majdal Shams, located on the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, is still recovering after the missile attack that killed twelve people, the Israeli army has reported that the projectile was likely an Iranian-made Falaq-1 rocket. We know it is a Falaq rocket with a 53 kg warhead," said Israeli Army Chief of Staff General Herzi Halevi. ...

Olympic Games 2024 – Tennis: Benjamin Hassan Overpowers Eubanks and Advances to Second Round

2024-07-28 19:46 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

  Lebanese tennis player Benjamin Hassan scored a resounding victory over American Chris Eubanks, winning 6-4, 6-2 on Sunday in the first round of the Paris Olympics men's singles on Court 11. Absolute dominance From the start of the match, Benjamin Hassan imposed his game with undeniable authority. With impeccable service and precise ...

Two Killed in Israeli Strike in Western Bekaa

This Is Beirut 2024-06-22 14:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

After a few hours of relative calm in the Southern border area, an Israeli drone targeted a car at the junction of the town of Al-Khayara in Western Bekaa on Saturday, resulting in two fatalities. The Islamic group, Al Jamaa Al Islamiya, announced later Saturday that one of its leading commanders, Ayman al-Ghatmeh, and his bodyguard were killed ...

Beirut Spring Festival: A Moving Tribute to Gisèle Khoury

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-06-21 18:07 - Reading : 8 minute(s)

The 16th Beirut Spring Festival concluded on May 20 with a touching evening honoring Gisèle Khoury, a journalist and activist whose life was marked by an intense and rich journey. Gisèle Khoury lived a life filled with achievements, both personally and professionally. Her career in journalism began at LBCI in 1986, followed by her well-known ...

Olympic Games 2024 - Swimming: Simon Doueihy Fails in the 100m Heats

This Is Beirut 2024-07-30 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanese swimmer Simon Doueihy clocked a respectable 50.10 seconds, finishing second in his 100m freestyle heat. Unfortunately, this time wasn't enough to qualify for the semifinals. Despite this, Doueihy leaves the Olympics with his head held high, having demonstrated excellent performance under challenging circumstances. [caption ...

Dior Blends Tradition and Punk: High Fashion in Highlands

2024-06-05 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Dior tapped into Scotland's traditions and rebellious streak on Monday, June 3, presenting its 2025 “cruise” collection with punk tartan, chain mail and magical ball gowns. Haute couture has been increasingly taking the catwalk on the road to showcase its latest creations, with “cruises” to spectacular locations all over the world. After ...

Germany’s Kroos to Retire From Football After Euro 2024

This Is Beirut 2024-05-21 15:16 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Real Madrid's German international midfielder Toni Kroos announced on Tuesday that he will retire from football after Euro 2024. "My career as an active footballer will end this summer after the Euro championship," 34-year-old Kroos, who won the 2014 World Cup with Germany, said on Instagram. Before the European Championship, Kroos has a chance ...

The Cabriolet Festival: A Celebration of 'The Other' Through the 7th Art

This Is Beirut 2024-05-23 21:23 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

The Cabriolet Cinema Festival, a highlight of the Lebanese cultural scene, returns for its 16th edition. From June 7 to 9, 2024, it will offer three nights of cinematic magic, connecting various regions of the country in a celebration of art and community. Since its inception in 2009, the Cabriolet Cinema Festival has established itself as a ...

Stéphanie Sayed: “Daring Authenticity Through Streetwear Fashion”

Juliana Breidy 2024-05-25 14:24 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

In the dynamic world of streetwear fashion, a rising star stands out for her audacity and originality: Sayed. This streetwear brand, created and founded by Stéphanie Sayed, a passionate Franco-Lebanese designer whose identity is intertwined with the intense blue of her creations, defies conventions by offering unisex pieces inspired by both the ...

Lina Husseini's Sculptures Move the Audience at NDU

Zeina Nader 2024-05-26 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Lina Husseini's sculptural impressions return to amaze us in a new solo exhibition curated by Dr. Tony Karam at the Faculty of Architecture, Art, and Design of NDU Louaize, running until May 30. [gallery size="large" link="none" ids="258206,258208,258210,258211,258212"] The self-taught sculptor and highly creative artist, whose works have been ...

Coldplay in Lebanon? Dream or Delusions of Grandeur?

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-05-27 10:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Ah, Lebanon, that small country wedged between the sea and mountains, where the wildest dreams sometimes seem to come to life. The latest whim? The imminent arrival of Coldplay, no less, for a concert that already promises to be legendary... at least in the collective imagination! For those who have been living under a rock for the past 20 years, ...

Spain, Ireland and Norway Recognize Palestine

This Is Beirut 2024-05-28 11:43 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Spain, Ireland and Norway will formally recognize a Palestinian state on Tuesday. The three European countries believe that their initiative has strong symbolic impact, which will likely encourage others to follow suit. They also point to Norway and Spain's historic role in advancing Israel-Palestinian peace efforts: in 1991, the two sides sat ...

Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan Dazzles Fans With Fascinating Masterclass

2024-06-06 18:48 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

  Renowned actress Nicola Coughlan, famous for her role as Penelope Featherington in the Netflix series Bridgerton since 2020, recently gave a captivating masterclass on how she changes her accent. In a video widely spread on YouTube that has garnered hundreds of thousands of views, Irish actress Nicola Coughlan showcased her ...

Anouk Aimée: The Passing of a French Cinema Icon

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-06-19 13:54 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

  Anouk Aimée, an iconic actress and the true embodiment of French grace, passed away this Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at the age of 92. Her daughter, Manuela Papatakis, announced the sad news on Instagram, specifying that she was by her side during her final moments. Born Françoise Dreyfus on April 27, 1932, in Paris, Anouk Aimée was ...

‘Skirts over Pants’ : The Return of Feminist Trends?

2024-06-07 11:21 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

In the streets, the Parisian metro, daily life, and all around the world, the early 2000s trend of skirts over pants is making a strong comeback. Fashion trends are resurfacing, and the atmosphere of the 2000s is filling the air, back in style, spotlighted with an upcycling of the dress-over-pants trend. Whether one is a fan of this style or not, ...

Miss AI: When Artificial Intelligence Joins the Beauty Contest

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-06-09 18:00 - Reading : 8 minute(s)

The Fanvue World AI Creator Awards unveil the 10 finalists of their first Miss AI contest: virtual models with surprising profiles, blending unique biographies with advantageous physiques. Let’s dive into the depths of AI to discover these extraordinary candidates and try to understand the significance of this unusual event. The Fanvue World AI ...