This is Beirut, 2024-12-08 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Royal Mint has launched a new collection of £5 coins celebrating Paul McCartney’s exceptional career, highlighting his legacy with The Beatles, Wings, and his solo work. This marks the first time McCartney has been featured on an official UK coin. “It’s a tremendous honor,” McCartney stated, reflecting on his collaboration with the ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-07 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
At the heart of Beirut, amidst turbulent times, Metropolis Cinema invites film enthusiasts to a unique evening on December 21. A new cultural space dedicated to cinema has been reborn in Mar Mikhael, creating an inspiring haven for creativity. Driven by the belief that cinema is a powerful medium for connection and inspiration, Metropolis Cinema ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-07 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
HBO has revealed that the third season of its acclaimed TV series The White Lotus will premiere in February. This will be followed by the second season of The Last of Us later in the year, Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed. Unveiling an ambitious global programming lineup, HBO and Max streaming service CEO Casey Bloys announced that the ...
Bélinda Ibrahim, 2024-12-06 16:40 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Santa Claus Saint Nicholas Tradition Culture Christmas
The legend of Saint Nicholas dates back to the fourth century in Lycia, an area in present-day Turkey. Born in 270 in Patara to a wealthy, devout Christian family, Nicholas inherited a great fortune upon the death of his parents and chose to give it to the poor. Nicholas became the Bishop of Myra at a young age and is believed to have ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-05 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Cameroonian curator Koyo Kouoh has been named the first African woman to lead the Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most renowned contemporary art events. At 57 years old, Kouoh has been the Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) in Cape Town since 2019. She will curate the next ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-05 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
culture art cinema festival Marrakech
The 21st edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival transforms the city into a cinematic capital. A cornerstone of Morocco’s cultural calendar, the event celebrates and promotes both Moroccan and international cinema. Over the years, it has played a pivotal role in showcasing Moroccan films on the global stage while supporting the ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-04 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Olympic ice dancing champions Gabriella Papadakis and Guillaume Cizeron have announced their retirement from competitive figure skating, marking the end of a remarkable two-decade career that has left an indelible mark on the sport. The French duo, who captured Olympic gold in Beijing 2022 and silver in Pyeongchang 2018, confirmed their decision ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-04 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Culture Exhibition Art Argentina
Argentina’s admiration for Maradona remains unwavering. Ahead of the trial in March concerning the circumstances of his death, the immersive exhibition Diego Eternal opened its doors this week in Buenos Aires. This initiative is also tied to the creation of a memorial that will serve as the final resting place for Maradona's remains. The ...
Fabienne Touma, 2024-12-03 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
France Lebanon Culture Exhibition
A charitable exhibition titled Moments for Lebanon was organized in Paris by two Lebanese expatriates living in France, Tamara Barakat and Sana El Halwani. They aimed to combine their love for their homeland with concrete action to support the Lebanese population. The opening took place on November 30 at Lucid Interval, a Parisian art space, ...
Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-03 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Hosted by the British Fashion Council and presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall, the British Fashion Awards 2024 honored the industry’s trailblazers on December 2nd, while the red carpet served as a stage for bold and unforgettable style statements. Celebrating Excellence: Award Highlights This year’s awards recognized remarkable ...
This is Beirut, 2024-12-03 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Culture Musical Theater London
A musical stage adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada has opened in London, complete with an original score by Elton John. The production recounts the tale of a formidable magazine editor and her ambitious young assistant. Sunday’s premiere featured a special charity gala hosted by Elton John and his husband David Furnish. The event brought ...
Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-02 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Deva Cassel, the 20-year-old daughter of Italian actress Monica Bellucci and French actor Vincent Cassel, is stepping into the spotlight with her cinematic debut in Italian movie La Bella Estate. Known for her work as a model, Deva Cassel is now adding acting to her growing portfolio. Her first film, La Bella Estate ("The Beautiful Summer"), ...