Reports & Programs

The Holiday Inn: From Luxury to Battlefield, Beirut’s Forgotten Symbol of War
The Holiday Inn: From Luxury to Battlefield, Beirut’s Forgotten Symbol of War

The Holiday Inn in Beirut, once a symbol of modernity and luxury, now stands as a haunting reminder of Lebanon's civil war. Opened in 1974, the 26-story hotel was a beacon of Beirut's vibrant nightlife and international appeal. However, by 1975, it became a strategic battleground during the Lebanese Civil War. During the “Battle of the ...

Created or Mined Diamonds: The Duel of Brilliance
VideosCreated or Mined Diamonds: The Duel of Brilliance

Laboratory diamonds, created by science, offer an alternative to natural diamonds, which form in the heart of the Earth over millions of years. While natural diamonds remain symbols of luxury and tradition, the rise of synthetic diamonds is calling into question the future of the jewelry industry and of countries dependent on gem extraction.