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Faith and Hope at Sisters of the Cross Hospital
Moncef Ait-Kaci 02/12 09:25 - Reading : less than a minute
At Sisters of the Cross Hospital, students, parents, and teachers express their hopes ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit. “This visit will bless us and fill us with hope. The Pope keeps us in his prayers,” they say. A moving display of faith, underscoring the symbolic importance of the visit.
In Lebanon, Power Flows… at a High Price
Liliane Mokbel 15/11 15:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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According to World Population Review, the cost of electricity in Lebanon stands at $0.137 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). This makes the country the most expensive in the region and ranks it 74th worldwide out of 146 countries analyzed. In the region, Morocco follows with $0.121/kWh (86th), Jordan with $0.090/kWh (99th), the United Arab Emirates with ...
Aoun calls for Urgent UN Complaint Against Israel
This is Beirut 15/11 18:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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President Joseph Aoun has asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Youssef Raji, to instruct Lebanon’s permanent mission to the United Nations to file an urgent complaint with the Security Council against Israel, which has begun building a concrete wall along Lebanon’s southern border that extends beyond the Blue Line drawn after ...
Three Killed as 5.5-Magnitude Quake Hits Bangladesh
This is Beirut 21/11 09:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A powerful earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday outside the crowded capital Dhaka, killing at least three people, health officials said. The 5.5-magnitude quake struck at 10:38 am (0438 GMT) near the city of Narsingdi, about 33 kilometres (16 miles) from Dhaka, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The Friday morning earthquake sparked ...
The Crowd Ready Along the Road to the Baabda Palace
Hala Abdallah 30/11 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Crowds are already gathered along the road leading to the Baabda presidential palace to welcome Pope Leo XIV.
In Baabda, Crowds Gather Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s Arrival
Hala Abdallah 30/11 15:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Many citizens are flocking to the road leading to the Baabda presidential palace to welcome Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV Greets the Faithful Ahead of Mass
This is Beirut 02/12 13:10 - Reading : less than a minute
In his Popemobile, Pope Leo XIV made his way along the esplanade leading to the waterfront, warmly greeting the faithful gathered for the Mass. A moment of closeness and emotion before the celebration.
U.S. Envoy Witkoff Not to Attend Zelensky-Erdogan Talks in Turkey
This is Beirut 19/11 16:50 - Reading : less than a minute
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U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff will not attend talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Turkey, a U.S. official said Wednesday. Zelensky will meet Erdogan in the Turkish capital, Ankara, on Wednesday afternoon, where he said they would "discuss the best ways to ensure Ukraine achieves a just ...
Three Historic Days: Watch the Pope’s Visit to Lebanon Live
Serge Abi Ghanem 28/11 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Ahead of the Pope’s Visit, Lebanon Mobilizes
This is Beirut 28/11 10:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Preparations are intensifying nationwide, reflecting the significance of the long-anticipated visit of Pope Leo XIV to Lebanon. He will arrive in Lebanon on November 28 and will tour the country until December 2. From new installations to renewed public spaces, the capital is reshaping itself ahead of the event. Teams are deployed across key ...
Pope Leo XIV Expected at Beirut Port Explosion Site
This is Beirut 02/12 09:45 - Reading : less than a minute
A crowd has gathered at the port, site of the explosion, to welcome His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. A moment charged with emotion and reflection.
Lebanon of Tomorrow Brings Christmas Cheer to Sassine
Rayan Chami 09/12 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon of Tomorrow Sassine Square Ashrafieh Christmas Market
Lebanon of Tomorrow’s Christmas Market has opened in Sassine Square, featuring local artisans, small businesses, performances, and festive activities until December 28. Don’t miss the Christmas tree lighting on Friday, December 12, at 6 PM!
Crowds Lined the Motorway to Cheer Pope Leo
This is Beirut 01/12 15:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Crowds of faithful lined the motorway to cheer Pope Leo XIV as his motorcade passed by on his way to Martyr’s Square in downtown Beirut, where he will lead an interfaith dialogue.
Lebanon Goes Solar: Stable Internet for Millions
Liliane Mokbel 06/12 13:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Today, 335 telecom sites in Lebanon run on solar energy, offering a lifeline to a network long weakened by power cuts. Switching to clean energy reduces reliance on diesel generators, cuts costs, and most importantly, ensures a more stable Internet for everyone. This transformation was made possible thanks to a donation from China, according to ...
The Pope at the Port: Victims Speak
Yara Germany 02/12 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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For them, the Pope’s visit is not just another event. His stop at the port rekindles a powerful hope: that justice might finally return, and that the deep wounds of August 4 may begin to heal. That day, they lost a brother, a sister, an eye… a part of themselves. Today, through this visit, they are searching for a way to find it ...
From Jihadist to President: Who is Ahmad al-Sharaa?
This is Beirut 08/12 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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One year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Ahmad al-Sharaa has become the central figure guiding Syria’s transition. His swift ascent to power, the advance that reshaped the country, and the decisions made over the past year continue to define Syria’s uncertain path forward.
Amine Hachem: Bringing Arabic Opera to the World
Lea Mehanna 07/12 16:50 - Reading : less than a minute
On this episode of ‘’This Is Arts’’, Lebanese-American opera and crossover tenor Amine Hachem shares the story behind his latest music video, ‘’Ghannaki Al Qalb’’, which reached #1 on YouTube Music in Lebanon, and his ambitious vision for ‘’Antar & Abla’’. Bringing together talent from across the globe, he’s shaping an ...
The Pope in Lebanon: A Dual State–Apostolic Visit
Rayan Chami 29/11 19:00 - Reading : less than a minute
As he arrives in Lebanon, Pope Leo XIV will undertake a unique visit that brings together two complementary dimensions: a state visit and an apostolic visit. This dual status reflects the two identities of the pontiff, head of state of Vatican City and spiritual leader of the Catholic Church.
Australia Implements Social Media Restrictions for Teens
This is Beirut 10/12 13:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Social Media Restrictions Under 16 Australia
Australian teens spend first day cut off from major social media platforms as new under-16 ban takes effect. This groundbreaking law has one clear goal, according to the Australian government: protecting young people from the dangers of the digital world.
Washington Cancels General Rodolphe Haykal's Visit
This is Beirut 18/11 17:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal’s planned visit to the United States on Tuesday was cancelled at the last minute, after Washington notified Beirut that the program would not be maintained. The cancellation of the visit was reportedly due to the Lebanese army's statement regarding the Israeli army's shooting of two UNIFIL soldiers, in ...
Pope Leo XIV Welcomed with Fervor at Harissa
This is Beirut 01/12 12:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Leo XIV arrives at the Basilica of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, warmly greeted by bishops, priests, religious men and women, and pastoral workers, as the faithful welcome him with great fervor.
From Hermitage to Prayer: Annaya, a Path of Spirituality
Michael al-Andary 24/11 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Nestled in the mountains of Annaya, the monastery and hermitage of Saint Charbel draw thousands of pilgrims every year. Born in 1828, Saint Charbel lived a life of prayer and solitude, leaving behind a legacy of faith and miracles. Today, Annaya remains a sanctuary of hope, where visitors and the faithful come seeking peace, healing, and spiritual ...
One Killed in Israeli Strike on Froon, Bint Jbeil
This is Beirut 21/11 21:25 - Reading : less than a minute
One person, Ahmad Ramadan, was killed on Friday evening in an Israeli strike that targeted a car on the outskirts of the town of Froon, in the Bint Jbeil district. In parallel, an Israeli drone was reported flying at very low altitude over Teffahta and the surrounding areas. Sources also reported intensive flights of silent drones over the ...
Syria: One Year Without Assad
This is Beirut 07/12 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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December 2024 marks a historic turning point for Syria. After more than fifty years under the Assad regime, the country enters its first political transition, with Bachar Assad fleeing and Ahmed al-Sharaa emerging as interim president. With international diplomatic meetings, the reopening of the U.S. Embassy, and initial agreements with the ...
Nassib Ghobril: Lebanon’s Economic Crisis is Systemic.
Élie-Joe Kamel 28/11 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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In an interview with This Is Beirut, Byblos Bank’s chief economist, Nassib Ghobril, emphasized that Lebanon’s economic crisis is the result of political abuse of power, mismanagement, and a lack of governance in the public sector. Ghobril made these remarks on the sidelines of the Union of Arab Banks conference held on Tuesday at the Phoenicia ...
The Crisis, the State, and the Banks
Liliane Mokbel 27/11 15:10 - Reading : less than a minute
The State must acknowledge its main share of responsibility in the crisis. Yet nothing suggests it is ready to do so. The political class opposes it, and the plan supported by the IMF also seeks to absolve those responsible at the expense of depositors.
Public Administration Begins Major Downsizing
Liliane Mokbel 22/11 14:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Civil Service Council has proposed an unprecedented plan: cutting 5,600 positions from the 28,000 currently in the public administration. This 20 percent reduction is described as essential to modernize a state apparatus that has become heavy, costly, and ill-suited to current needs. Most of the positions targeted are already vacant or ...
Iyam Loulou: A Journey into the Eternal World of Sabah
Yara Germany 15/11 14:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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A show that revives the magic of the Shahroura: music, emotion, glamour and nostalgia come together to celebrate the incomparable Sabah. Blending tributes, reinterpretations and modernity, “Iyam Loulou” carries the audience back to the good days… the days when everything felt right.
LAF Refutes Hezbollah Infiltration Claim
This is Beirut 04/12 16:20 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) on Thursday firmly rejected claims published in Iranian media alleging that a substantial share of its personnel are affiliated with Hezbollah. In an official statement, LAF stressed that all its members operate “strictly under a unified military doctrine” and pledge loyalty solely to the army institution and ...
What Pushed Marwan Khalil to Leave Central?
Hala Abdallah 09/12 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Marwan Khalil opens up about his sudden exit from #Central. What major signings is the club chasing? Watch the full interview in episode 25 of #ThisIsSports.