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Rome: Cardinals Gather to Elect Pope Francis' Successor
This is Beirut 07/05 14:23 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Francis Vatican Rome Elections
This morning at 10 AM in Rome, cardinals from around the world gathered for the opening Mass of the conclave. Next: the Sistine Chapel, where they will begin the process of electing Pope Francis’ successor.
Small Lives of a White Chair
Sarah Martin 03/05 16:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In the streets of Beirut, the humble white plastic chair is everywhere. In front of shops, tucked into alleyways, sitting quietly at the edge of a sidewalk. It witnesses the ordinary: smoke breaks, neighborhood chats, shared silences. So common, we hardly notice it anymore. Yet it tells a story of local life, improvised hospitality, stillness, and ...
Qataris Hooked on Traditional Handline Fishing Competition
This is Beirut 05/05 12:30 - Reading : less than a minute
On the Doha seashore, rows of wooden dhow boats line a pier, with scores of fish on display, as part of a festival seeking to revive Qatar's long seafaring tradition. Aboard the boats, men in customary sea gear–a white t-shirt and towel–reprise the age-old tradition of line-fishing in the energy-rich Gulf emirate for the 11th edition of the ...
Houthis Pledge Fresh Strikes on Israel Airports
This is Beirut 05/05 00:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Houthis who struck near Israel's main airport, leading several international airlines to suspend flights there, promised Sunday fresh missile strikes on the country's airports. Yemen's armed forces "will target the (Israeli) airports, particularly the one in Lod, called Ben Gurion," near Tel Aviv, said a statement from the group's military ...
White smoke signals Catholic Church has new pope
This is Beirut 08/05 19:30 - Reading : less than a minute
White smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on Thursday, signalling that cardinals locked inside have elected a new leader for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.
A Fierce Race: Jdeideh-Bauchrieh-Sad Is Bustling with Voters
Chelsea Al Arif 04/05 11:25 - Reading : less than a minute
The municipal elections kickstarted on May 4 and North Metn is bustling with voters electing a new municipal council of 21 members for the Jdeideh-Bauchrieh-Sad Municipality.
Cardinals Arrive at Vatican for 12th Congregation Meeting
This is Beirut 06/05 15:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Francis Cardinals Vatican
Cardinals hold their 12th general congregation before entering the Sistine Chapel to elect Pope Francis’ successor.
India-Pakistan Gunfire Triggers Terror of Past Conflict
This is Beirut 04/05 14:46 - Reading : less than a minute
Following a deadly attack, gunfire has resumed between Indian and Pakistani forces near the Line of Control. In villages like Balkote, residents relive painful memories of past wars. Some flee, others hide in unsafe shelters, fearing a new conflict. All they want is peace and normal life.
Riyadi Crushes Sagesse in Historic Derby Night
Hala Abdallah 13/05 10:45 - Reading : less than a minute
FIBA WASL Riyadi Sagesse basketball sports
Over 20 years later, Al Riyadi and Sagesse fans filled the stands for a historic Beirut derby in the FIBA WASL Final 8, where Riyadi defeated its rival by 30 points.
Tripoli Votes: A City at a Crossroads
Rayan Chami 11/05 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
As North Lebanon heads to the polls, Tripoli faces a decisive test: 359 candidates, fragmented alliances, and calls for change after nine years of political stagnation. With major leaders absent from the race, local coalitions, Islamists, and independents are vying to reshape the city’s fragile political balance — and restore fair ...
This Is Beirut: Two Years and Counting
Rayan Chami 09/05 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
For two years, This Is Beirut has been at the heart of every headline, every story that matters. From the streets to your screens, we’ve grown with your trust, bringing stories to light. Here’s to the voices we’ve amplified, the stories we’ve shared and the journey that’s only just begun.
The Heart of Batroun Beats Strong Today!
Chelsea Al Arif 11/05 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Batroun Municipal Elections North Lebanon
Voters in Batroun are leading the way with an impressive turnout in the municipal elections. Early figures show the district setting the bar for all of North Lebanon. Let’s see what the results will indicate!
KLM Grounds Seven Boeing 787s
This is Beirut 04/05 13:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Dutch airline KLM announced the cancellation of two more long-distance flights on Sunday a day after it grounded seven Boeing 787s because of technical concerns, Dutch press agency ANP said. The scheduled flights for Shanghai and Los Angeles were scrapped on the heels of Saturday's cancellation of three flights to Mexico and the United ...
The Catholic World Welcomes Pope Leo XIV
This is Beirut 09/05 14:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Pope Francis Washington Vatican Washington
From Peru to Paris, from Manila to Washington, Catholics around the world are celebrating the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, welcomed with devotion, pride and hope.
Steady Turnout in Beirut Suburbs Municipal Elections
Hala Abdallah 04/05 13:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon municipal elections dahyeh southern suburbs
Residents of Beirut's southern suburbs are casting their votes on Sunday in mukhtar and municipal elections, widely viewed as a test of trust in leadership after the war and the economic crisis. Polls close at 7 PM.
Tannourine: Family Ties Prevail Over Politics
Chelsea Al Arif 11/05 20:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Tannourine Batroun Municipal Elections Lebanon
A large number of the electorate in several Batroun villages reject the interference of political parties in the management of local affairs.
Municipal Race 2025: Jbeil at a Crossroads
Élie-Joe Kamel 04/05 17:37 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Jbeil Municipal Elections
High turnout in Jbeil as rivals clash in a pivotal municipal race. Youth take the forefront, frustration simmers in the background.
Voting Underway in Mount Lebanon Elections
Hala abdallah 04/05 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon municipal elections Beirut Ministery of interior
Voters in Mount Lebanon are casting their ballots in municipal and mukhtar elections, with calm conditions and a steady turnout reported.
Here’s What the Municipal Elections Revealed
Hala Abdallah 05/05 20:33 - Reading : less than a minute
Municipal elections elections Mount Lebanon Lebanon
Preliminary results in Mount Lebanon indicate key political shifts, as voter turnout dips slightly.
Voter turnout in the governorates of North Lebanon and Akkar after the closure of polling stations, according to the Ministry of Interior:
11/05 19:30
Overall turnout: North Lebanon: 35.90% Akkar: 47.30% Turnout by district (caza): Tripoli: 25.04% Zgharta: 38.77% Bécharré: 32.03% Minieh-Dennieh: 49.96% Koura: 38.92% Batroun: 48.26%
Polling stations have closed in North Lebanon and Akkar, marking the end of the second day of municipal elections
11/05 18:45
Voter turnout, according to the latest figures from the Ministry of Interior before polls closed: Akkar: 44.14% Batroun: 46.51% Bsharri: 32.95% Koura: 37.26% Minieh-Dennieh: 46.58% Tripoli: 22.59% Zgharta: 37.01%
Zelensky urges Russia to accept truce, says awaits Putin in Turkey
11/05 20:40
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday urged Russia to accept a 30-day truce proposed by Kyiv's allies, adding he expected Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend peace talks in Turkey. "We await a full and lasting ceasefire, starting from tomorrow, to provide the necessary basis for diplomacy," Zelensky said on X, adding he "will be ...