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Bkerké, When Youth Awaits the Pope
Yara Germany 28/11 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Bkerké youth Pope Leo XIV faith hope
Day and night, Bkerké pulses with the energy of young people. Hundreds are preparing for a historic encounter. On December 1, 12,000 of them will gather on the esplanade to welcome the Pope. Between faith, commitment, and hope, these young voices explain why this moment goes beyond an event and speaks to their future.
Dozens Injured in Czech Train Crash
This is Beirut 20/11 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Forty-two people were injured when an express train crashed with a passenger train in the southern Czech Republic on Thursday, rescuers said. The accident occurred near the city of Ceske Budejovice about 150 kilometers (100 miles) south of Prague. "There are 40 people with light injuries and two with serious injuries," ambulance service ...
Damascus Celebrates a New Era
This is Beirut 08/12 12:40 - Reading : less than a minute
One year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, thousands gather in Umayyad Square in Damascus to celebrate a new chapter for Syria, as President Ahmad al-Sharaa calls for national unity amid ongoing tensions and the vast task of rebuilding the country.
Harissa: Where Lebanon’s Spirit Comes Into View
Michael al-Andary 23/11 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Harissa Lebanon Sanctuary Lady
Perched 650 meters above the Bay of Jounieh, Harissa stands as one of Lebanon’s most iconic landmarks. For over a century, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lebanon has welcomed pilgrims and visitors of all faiths, drawn by its towering statue and breathtaking panoramic view. Blending spirituality, history, and national identity, Harissa remains a ...
"Le Marché Aux Puces": 20th Edition
Rayan Chami 06/12 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Le Marche Aux Puces Christmas Lebanon
Le Marché Aux Puces celebrates its 20th edition with a special Christmas edition, bringing together collectors, exhibitors, and families to explore five rooms of vintage treasures, festive finds, and one-of-a-kind pieces.
Daraya Rises Again
This is Beirut 04/12 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Daraya, just seven kilometers from Damascus, was once the city of roses and workshops, a symbol of creativity and spirit. In 2011, its residents greeted soldiers from the Assad regime with flowers during peaceful demonstrations. The response was a massacre, followed by a four-year siege that emptied the city of its 250,000 inhabitants. Destroyed ...
In Iran, Girls Reveal Themselves Through Karate
This is Beirut 17/11 13:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In the gyms of Tehran, girls discover a new kind of strength. Karate gives them discipline, courage, and a space to exist. For them, each training session is a way to push beyond the limits imposed on them.
The Beauval Pandas are Returning to China
This is Beirut 24/11 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Panda France China Beauval Zoo
More than 200 people, some visibly emotional, braved the cold and rain to bid farewell to the ZooParc de Beauval’s famous panda pair. Their departure, due to the female’s kidney failure, is scheduled for Tuesday.
Lebanon Hosts World Week of Italian Cuisine
Hala Abdallah 20/11 22:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon celebrated the 10th World Week of Italian Cuisine with masterclasses, tastings, and a celebration of shared Mediterranean flavors from 17 to 21 November. What’s your favorite Italian dish?
Michel Issa Presents His Credentials in Baabda
This is Beirut 17/11 16:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Joseph Aoun Michel Issa U.S. Ambassador
Ambassador Michel Issa has officially begun his diplomatic mission in Lebanon, presenting his credentials to President Joseph Aoun and meeting with the country’s senior officials.
Iznik: The Sunken Basilica Rising Again
This is Beirut 24/11 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Leo XIV Turkey Council of Nicaea
At the bottom of Lake Iznik, the basilica lay hidden like a buried secret. Rediscovered in 2014, it now reveals one of the most sacred sites in Christianity, where Pope Leo XIV is preparing to speak for the 1,700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea.
Peace with Israel Is Not a Taboo
This is Beirut 24/11 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
“Peace with Israel.” A sentence once unspeakable in Lebanon—now said out loud. The national taboo is cracking, and politics will never sound the same.
Tokyo: The Humanoid Robot Race
This is Beirut 14/11 16:22 - Reading : less than a minute
The world is entering the era of “physical AI”: humanoid robots trained by teleoperation, tested in Tokyo, and backed by billions from tech giants. They can walk and dance, yet real-world tasks—from care work to house chores—remain challenging and costly. The humanoid revolution is underway, but the future still needs to prove it can ...
Lebanon Awaits Pope Leo XIV
Hala Abdallah 30/11 14:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon is preparing to receive Pope Leo XIV in just a few hours. The “papamobile” has been driven to the presidential palace in Baabda.
The Symptoms of the Systemic Crisis
Liliane Mokbel 17/11 15:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Byblos Bank chief economist Nassib Ghobril answers This is Beirut’s questions about the consequences of the systemic crisis.
Nayla Romanos Iliya Re-Imagines Heritage
Lea Mehanna 22/11 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Culture Arts Painting Sculpture
Discover how this architect-turned-artist brings new life to the Phoenician alphabet, turning letters into form and memory into sculpture, alongside her public project ‘’On the Other Side of Time’’. The installation draws on Dante’s‘’Divine Comedy’’ tracing Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise, and reflecting on humanity’s journey ...
Blue Origin Makes History
This is Beirut 14/11 11:15 - Reading : less than a minute
A breakthrough for Blue Origin: after weather delays, New Glenn finally launches and achieves a perfect booster landing, an achievement previously mastered only by SpaceX. On board, NASA’s “Blue” and “Gold” probes begin their journey toward Mars, where they will study the planet’s climate in 2026. Blue Origin sends a clear message: ...
Somalia: Tourism Under Tension
This is Beirut 20/11 13:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Somalia Tourisme Tension Beaches
In Mogadishu, turquoise waters create a postcard illusion, but reality is more complex. Somalia wants to change its image and revive tourism, despite frequent attacks outside the capital. With renovated roads, an e-visa system, and guided tours under armed escort, a few travelers venture onto the white sands. A bold gamble for a country trying to ...
Peace Be With You
This is Beirut 01/12 19:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Leo XIV greets Lebanese youth in Bkerke with “As Salam Lakom”, Arabic for "Peace be with you."
The Last Calligrapher
This is Beirut 23/11 19:00 - Reading : less than a minute
ArabicCalligraphy Lebanon CulturalHeritage TraditionalArt
Arabic calligraphy is one of the oldest art forms in the Arab world, long regarded as a sacred discipline that blends beauty, spirituality, and knowledge. Today, this manual craft is gradually fading, overshadowed by technology and digital production. Mohieddine Sabra, one of the few artisans still preserving this precious art in Lebanon, shares ...