Marc Saikali, 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The hum of Israeli drones continues to fill the skies over Beirut. What might induce fear in other places has become just another layer of the city’s already chaotic soundscape. Hardly anyone takes notice anymore. Yet, there’s a subtle shift in the air when the buzzing ceases—passersby exchange fleeting, anxious glances, as if the sudden ...
David Sahyoun, 22/01 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Harassment, a devastating phenomenon that infiltrates both personal and professional spheres, reveals a complex mechanism where a profound psychological tragedy unfolds. Beyond appearances, it is an expression of unconscious dynamics where human fragility is revealed in its full opacity. Beneath the harasser's apparent confidence lies a deep ...
Makram Haddad, 22/01 16:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The international Lebanese driver Rafic Eid successfully overcame all obstacles encountered during the famous Dakar Rally, crossing the finish line in first place among Middle Eastern drivers. He also secured the 9th place in the veterans' category and ranked 58th among the 148 participating riders in the rally. A Race Filled with Hurdles During ...
This is Beirut, 22/01 15:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon European Union Lebanese Armed Forces
The European Union announced on Wednesday the adoption of a €60 million assistance package for the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) to enhance the LAF’s capabilities and bolster stability in southern Lebanon. This assistance measure, funded through the European Peace Facility (EPF), will contribute to the implementation of UN Security Council ...
This is Beirut, 22/01 11:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A special information session on Lebanon was held on Tuesday at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris, aiming to present the organization’s support plan for Lebanon. This plan, based on a resolution adopted by UNESCO’s Executive Board last October, will provide support for the education, media and journalist protection sectors, and safeguard ...
This is Beirut, 22/01 10:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Saudi Arabia Lebanon World Economic Forum
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan expressed optimism on Tuesday regarding Lebanon’s political developments. He described the recent election of a president after an extended political vacuum as “a highly positive development.” Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, he emphasized the importance of “real ...
David Hale , 21/01 18:20 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon Syria Hezbollah Israel USA
A window for peace between Israel and Lebanon just unexpectedly opened. There was an old adage that "Lebanon will never be the first Arab state to make peace with Israel, but it won't be the last." Sadly, with Lebanese decisions dictated by the Assad family backed by Iran, that concept became obsolete. Since 1983, the Assads ensured that South ...
This is Beirut, 21/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Cinema Beirut Lebanon Metropolis Itlay Film
The Italian Embassy in Lebanon and the Italian Cultural Institute, in collaboration with Metropolis Art Cinema, proudly announce the first edition of the Italian Film Festival. This one-of-a-kind event will take place in Beirut, at the newly reopened Metropolis Cinema in Mar Mikhael, from January 24 to February 2, 2025. It highlights contemporary ...
Makram Haddad, 21/01 15:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Hady Habib Tennis Lebanon Australian Open Davis Cup
On Tuesday, Beirut once again celebrated the exploits of Hady Habib, national hero and now figurehead of Lebanese tennis. A few hours ago, the Lebanese player arrived at Beirut International Airport, where he was welcomed like a true champion by a jubilant crowd. The Lebanese Tennis Federation, headed by Alain Sayegh, had prepared a solemn ...
Nadia Hallak, 21/01 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Doctors Pharmacists Drugs Abuse Lebanon
In a country where materialism has overtaken values of human dignity, some doctors and pharmacists are violating professional ethics, turning the prescribing of medication from a therapeutic act into a profitable business driven by quick financial gain, particularly as Lebanon grapples with its severe economic crisis. Some doctors have taken it ...
This is Beirut, 21/01 12:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Israel Hezbollah Ceasefire
Tuesday morning saw Israeli forces infiltrating the Wadi Slouki area from the village of Bani Hayyan. Upon their retreat, they took off with a road sign bearing the names of various villages in the vicinity, such as Tallousseh, Bani Hayyan, and Qabrikha. Furthermore, Israeli soldiers advanced from Taybeh in Marjayoun towards Adchit al-Qusay, ...
This is Beirut, 21/01 11:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
United Arab Emirates Lebanon Basketball Sagesse Beirut Club
Considered one of the most prestigious basketball tournaments in the region, the 34th edition of the Dubai International Tournament will be held from January 24 to February 2 at the al-Nasr Sports Complex. Two of Lebanon's top teams, La Sagesse and Beirut Club, will be taking part, with the aim of competing against top-level opponents and ...