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The Beret’s Triumphant Return: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance

Marie-Christine Tayah, 19/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

This iconic accessory has transcended eras, establishing itself as a cornerstone of timeless style. Once associated with artistic and intellectual circles, the beret now reinvents itself to captivate a contemporary generation of fashion enthusiasts. From bold hues to sustainable materials, the beret balances tradition with innovation. A Legacy ...

Loïc Nervi, 'Baker Beyond Borders,' Embarks on a Mission to Lebanon

Marie-Christine Tayah, 17/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Culinary Culture Heritage France Lebanon Beirut

The humanitarian mission underscores the significance of bread as a universal staple that unites people across cultures. Loïc Nervi's involvement, marked by his passion for baking and his commitment to making a difference, is a testament to the power of sharing. For Géraldine Ghostine, gastronomy plays a pivotal role in cultural outreach. "It ...

Art and Culture Flourish in Uruguay’s Hidden Gem, Garzón

This is Beirut, 06/01 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Art Heritage Culture Garzon Uruguay Festival

The chapel of Pueblo Garzón, a tiny village in Uruguay with just 200 inhabitants, has traded its traditional wooden pews for a sound installation by German artist Lukas Kühne, made of rubber hammers and crates. This transformation is no anomaly—every December since 2017, the village comes alive for Campo, an art festival founded by American ...

Cape Town’s Streets Alive for Historic Minstrel Carnival

This is Beirut, 05/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Africa Culture Art Music Carnaval Heritage

Cape Town’s historic streets erupted in a riot of color and music on Saturday, January 4, as thousands of costumed minstrels paraded through the city’s center in an exuberant celebration of cultural heritage and resilience. This annual carnival, deeply rooted in the city’s history of slavery, drew large crowds and cemented its reputation as ...

Meghan Markle’s Netflix Lifestyle Show Premieres January 15

This is Beirut, 03/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Culture Heritage Netflix Show Lifestyle UK

Meghan Markle, the actress wife of Britain's Prince Harry, will debut her new lifestyle and cooking show on Netflix on January 15, she announced Thursday on social media. "I have been so excited to share this with you! I hope you love the show as much as I loved making it," the Duchess of Sussex wrote on Instagram. Netflix unveiled a trailer for ...

Joseph Tarrab, Art Critic and Chronicler of Beirut, Has Passed Away

Marie-Christine Tayah, 02/01 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Culture Heritage Art Journalist Writer Critic

A journalist, writer, theater enthusiast, and art critic, Joseph Tarrab’s career spanned decades, resulting in a remarkable body of books and articles. Bestowed the title of Officer of the Order by Henri Le Breton, cultural advisor and director of the French Institute of Lebanon, on behalf of French Culture Minister Aurélie Filippetti, his ...

Rediscovering Mont Blanc: A Timeless Treat for Festive Gatherings

Marie-Christine Tayah, 01/01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Culinary Art Culture Heritage Dessert Celebrations

Mont Blanc is a cornerstone of French patisserie. This iconic cake takes its name from the majestic Alpine peak, its conical shape and snow-like topping echoing the mountain’s eternal snows. Mont Blanc: A Dessert of History and Symbolism While its exact origins remain unclear, they are thought to lie somewhere between France and Italy, two ...

Nigeria’s Iconic Calabar Carnival Dazzles with Culture Showcase

This is Beirut, 2024-12-30 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Culture Heritage Carnival Art Nigeria Festival

Revellers dressed in glitzy, colorful costumes danced down the streets of Calabar, southern Nigeria, this weekend as giant speakers blasted Afrobeats for one of West Africa's most renowned carnivals. Every December, the celebration draws nearly two million partygoers to the capital of Cross River state, organizers said. Calabar Carnival, known ...

UNESCO Spotlights Rubab as Afghanistan’s Symbol of Resilience

This is Beirut, 2024-12-30 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

UNESCO Culture Afghanistan Heritage Iran Music

Wood shavings littered the floor of Sakhi's cramped workshop in the Afghan city of Herat as another rubab, the national musical instrument of his homeland, took shape under his deft hands. Sakhi has crafted two rubabs a month for decades, and he refuses to set down his tools even as a Taliban crackdown strangles music in Afghanistan. "I know only ...

The Enchanting Legends and Untold Secrets of Notre-Dame de Paris

Bélinda Ibrahim, 2024-12-24 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Notre-Dame Culture Paris Heritage

Notre-Dame de Paris, an iconic masterpiece of Gothic architecture, is filled with legends, mysteries and fascinating anecdotes. Let's delve into some of the most captivating secrets of this emblematic cathedral, each reflecting the richness of its past. The Mystery of the Devilish Doors One of the most intriguing legends of Notre-Dame involves ...

Moustapha Adib: “Lebanon’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites Are a Legacy for All Mankind”

Elie Valluy - Paris Correspondent, 2024-11-14 19:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Lebanon's ambassador to UNESCO and Berlin, Moustapha Adib, spoke with This is Beirut about the upcoming special session organized by the UN on November 18 in Paris. The session will focus on enhancing protection for Lebanon's historic sites, which are being threatened by Israeli airstrikes. UNESCO announced on Thursday, November 7, that its ...

AI Brings St. Peter's Basilica to Life with Digital Twin

This is Beirut, 2024-11-12 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Vatican Rome AI Basilica Heritage

The public will soon be able to access every detail of St. Peter’s Basilica through a virtual portal, thanks to 400,000 images of the monument analyzed by artificial intelligence, according to a project presented Monday at the Vatican. Starting December 1, visitors to the basilica's official website will discover a digital reconstruction of its ...

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