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Rise Up and Return to Lebanon

"From the cradle to the crucifixion, God reveals to us a profound mystery." I woke up this morning with this familiar Christmas refrain. The mystery here isn’t a detective's puzzle. It’s a reality beyond reason. Or rather, both beyond reason and within reach, as God became man and, as a human being, cannot be incomprehensible. Not ...

Chef Charles Azar: Crafting Christmas Magic with Chocolate Reindeer

Did you happen to visit Le Flocon in Naccache last Thursday? Did you come across Rudolf, Santa Claus’s favorite reindeer? In a festive and jovial atmosphere, Chef Charles Azar, famous for his simplicity, welcomed both young and old to witness the creation of Rudolf, a sculpture crafted from chocolate by his artistic hands. Despite the heavy ...

Tyre: 'Beit Nour' Celebrates Christmas Against All Odds

In this Christmas season, despite the distant echoes of bombardments in South Lebanon, the Nour family is preparing to celebrate the holiday with unwavering determination and joy. Georges Nour, his wife Hala, their children and the entire family will gather in their family home, “Beit Nour,” which also serves as a guesthouse. In this space, ...

Beirut Souks Return: Revival of the City's Commercial Center

After the scars left by the August 4th explosion, Beirut Souks is expected to fully return with more than 180 stores scheduled to open by the end of July 2024. Despite the desolation of the Souks made into a "ghost town," signs of life are slowly returning to the heart of the city's commercial center.

Stars Sing Christmas for Their Elders: 'Shining Stars of Hope'

The Takreem Foundation, led by journalist and presenter Ricardo Karam, organizes a grand Christmas carol event, dubbed “Shining Stars of Hope,” to be held at the Casino du Liban on Thursday, December 21. The proceeds will go to struggling stars and artists. The evening will be hosted by Ronza, Fadia Tomb el-Hajj, Yuri Mrakadi, Tania Kassis, ...

Once Upon a Time ... Christmas at Kan Ya Makan

Alongside the artworks of artist Yara Abou Farhat, the Kan Ya Makan gallery in Gemmayzeh has embraced the festive colors of Christmas. This project, initiated by the NGO MARCH LEBANON, showcased designs, clothing and furniture crafted by former fighters from Tripoli who, through their creations, tell the story of their reconciliation.

'The House of Christmas' Launches Its 7th Annual Christmas Market

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a touch of solidarity at the 7th annual market of The House of Christmas (HOC) in Kornet el Hamra. This unique event blends the magic of the holiday season with a commitment to humanitarian efforts, offering a remarkable opportunity to support families in need in Lebanon while enjoying an authentic festive ...