Rayan Chami 25/08 22:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah Morgan Ortagus Lebanon United States
During an exclusive dinner in Beirut attended by US Envoy Morgan Ortagus, US Senator Lindsey Graham and prominent Lebanese figures, Ortagus urged generational change, Hezbollah’s disarmament and the restoration of Lebanon’s sovereignty, with the backing of US leadership.
This is Beirut 25/08 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Jasmine Egypt Perfume Climate change Nile Delta Flowers
In the Nile Delta, jasmine is becoming scarce, and its fragrance is fading under the impact of climate change.
This is Beirut 25/08 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Kenya Waste Services Nairobi Water Food
In Kibera, Nairobi’s largest slum, collected plastic is exchanged for “green points” that provide families with food, clean water, sanitation and laundry services.
Yara Germany 25/08 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute
beach byblos sea family summer
In Byblos, the public beach is packed: young people, families, locals and visitors from afar all gather here. Clear waters, a lively vibe and smooth organization have made it one of the country’s most popular seaside destinations.
Lea Mehanna 23/08 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Spanish-Lebanese multidisciplinary artist Assaad Awad is redefining wearable art. Renowned for his collaborations with Lady Gaga, Hermès, Mugler, and Balenciaga, he fuses traditional leather-making with cutting-edge technologies like 3D printing and scanning. His creations show that sustainability, innovation, and tradition can coexist in ...
Elise Quéau-Boukhari 23/08 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In the age of instant streaming, an increasing number of Lebanese are rediscovering vinyl, now considered an intriguing relic of the past. Between nostalgia, the pursuit of sound quality and the need for human connection, vinyl captivates with its materiality, its ritual and its slowness. It’s no longer just about listening to music; it’s a ...
This is Beirut 22/08 16:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Bachir Gemayel Sovereignty Militias state
At Sassine Square in Achrafieh, a portrait of Bachir Gemayel was unveiled on the 43rd anniversary of his election as President of the Republic. A powerful symbol, on which is written “we are the saints of this East and its devils” in Arabic, at a time when the country is disarming militias and reinstating state control and sovereignty.
Élie-Joe Kamel 22/08 16:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Back-to-School 2025 Rising Costs Registration Education
Once again, back-to-school season means hardship for Lebanese parents. Supplies, textbooks, registration… everything is more expensive, and opportunities to ease the financial burden are scarce.
This is Beirut 22/08 14:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Lebanese Army Weapons Fatah Palestinians camps
On Thursday, August 21, weapons were handed over to the Lebanese Army in the Palestinian camp of Burj al-Barajneh in Beirut. This marked the first step, welcomed by the Prime Minister and US envoy Tom Barrack, even if the process will be implemented gradually.
This is Beirut 21/08 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Sudan Reconstruction war khartoum
In the streets of Khartoum, workers and residents are busy bringing life back to a capital devastated by war. Rubble, destroyed power stations, gutted buildings… reconstruction will take years, but hope is returning.
This is Beirut 19/08 17:45 - Reading : less than a minute
The day after high-level talks between Trump, Zelensky, and European leaders at the White House, many in Kyiv express doubt and fatigue. While there was some hope for peace, continued Russian attacks overshadowed any optimism.
Rayan Chami 19/08 16:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
With great fanfare, a historic red wooden church considered one of Sweden's most beautiful buildings began its slow move from its home in the Arctic town of Kiruna on Tuesday to allow the expansion of Europe's biggest underground mine. Kiruna's entire town center is being moved because of the giant LKAB iron ore mine that dominates ...