par This Is Beirut, 12/02 12:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
BEIRUT Hossein Amir-Abdollahian Iran
The Renewal bloc conveyed a clear message to Iran’s Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian: “Stop the misguided policies and keep your hands off Lebanon.” The bloc highlighted on Monday the ongoing violations against Lebanon’s sovereignty and its constitutional institutions. The recent one is Abdollahian’s visit to Beirut, as well ...
par This Is Beirut, 12/02 23:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
New look, new me. Does this expression, which basically means that a person adopts a new look to reflect a change in attitude or personality, apply to the leader of the Future Movement and former Prime Minister, Saad Hariri? The Sunni leader's arrival in Beirut on Sunday evening for the commemoration of the 19th anniversary of the assassination ...
par Natasha Metni Torbey, 13/02 07:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The collapse of a building in Choueifat on Sunday morning, reminiscent of past collapses such as the one in Fassouh, Achrafieh, in 2012, or the neighborhoods of the Museum and Msaitbeh in Beirut in 2017, has sparked anger and raised questions among Lebanese citizens: who bears responsibility? While it is still early to determine the causes of the ...
par Marie-Christine Tayah, 14/02 11:28 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Antoine Rault Au Scalpel BEIRUT
Following its acclaimed performances in Avignon and Paris, Au Scalpel now makes its way to Beirut. The production is staged at the ACT Theatre in Le Monnot from March 7 to March 31, 2024, running Tuesday to Sunday at 7 PM. Penned by Antoine Rault, the play features performances by Nadim Chammas and Cyril Jabre, with direction by Lina Abiad and ...
par Bélinda Ibrahim, 19/02 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The streets of Beirut are increasingly resembling a gigantic open-air bazaar… of luxury bag counterfeits! Kelly, Birkin, Lady Dior, Chanel 2.55, quilted bags, Hermès belts: they are absolutely everywhere, proudly displayed on the arms of Lebanese women or on the passenger seat of their shiny SUVs. “Look how beautiful my new Kelly is, I adore ...
par Béatrice Moreau, 03/03 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the heart of Beirut, an art event poised to challenge perceptions and invite introspection is set to open its doors. "Ephemeral Lands," the latest solo exhibition by Lebanese visual artist Salah Missi, promises an evening of artistic exploration and cultural reflection at the no/mad utopia gallery on Thursday, March 7, from 6 PM to 9 PM. This ...
par This Is Beirut, 05/03 14:14 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Arab Forum for Sustainable Development BEIRUT ESCWA Gaza
Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati declared on Tuesday, during the Arab Forum for Sustainable Development held in Beirut at the UN House, that peace and stability are paramount for continued development. In his address, Mikati certified that "building a better future for present and future generations and making our region a haven of peace and ...
par Maureen Décor, 07/03 18:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Agenda BEIRUT Events feminism International Women's Day
Conference, forum, citizen café, debate: here are the events organized in Beirut to mark International Women's Day. 1. "Women's Navigator in Lebanon" An annual forum enabling women to acquire the skills they need for professional success. Organized by ACUA (Association for Collaborative Unified Aims). From 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Beirut ...
par Fabienne Touma, 09/03 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The artist, singer and painter Matteo el-Khodr paints a love letter to Lebanon through a collection of 20 paintings that represent the various regions of the country. The exhibition is open for viewing until March 16 in Beirut, at Kalim Art Space. Of Greek and Turkish origin, born in Beirut and having grown up in Paris, Matteo el-Khodr has an ...
par This Is Beirut, 09/03 17:34 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Jesse Baker, deputy assistant secretary of the US Treasury for Asia and the Middle East in the Office of Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes, pressed the Lebanese authorities to take “proactive measures” to prevent funds from being channeled to Hamas through Lebanon, according to a US Treasury official, who spoke with AP on condition of ...
par Madeleine Cadoux, 14/03 12:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Al Madina Theater BEIRUT Caroline Hatem
In a groundbreaking theatrical adaptation that reverberates with contemporary resonance, Lebanese theatre director Caroline Hatem skillfully reimagines Anna Seghers' seminal work, Transit, situating its narrative within the pressing context of displacement and emigration. The play, Transit Tripoli, is scheduled for a series of ...
par Bélinda Ibrahim, 15/03 21:06 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Beirut, the wounded city, rises from its ashes through art and creation. Emblematic of this resilience, Lebanese designer Rabih Kayrouz chose to present his new Spring-Summer 2024 collection in his Gemmayzé district workshop, beautifully restored after being devastated by the Beirut port explosion on August 4, 2020. An emotionally charged event ...
