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'Sar Waet El Haki': Philippe Aractingi’s Triumphant Return to the Parisian Stage

Marie-Christine Tayah, 07/01 14:24 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Philippe Aractingi makes a triumphant return to the Parisian stage with his play Sar Waet El Haki, which has been met with resounding success. Running from January 8 to February 19, every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9 PM at the Théâtre de l’Essaïon, this work authentically explores inner turmoil and universal truths. The play’s success ...

Charlie Hebdo: A Decade of Resistance Through Satire

This is Beirut, 06/01 14:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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On January 7, 2015, a devastating terrorist attack struck Charlie Hebdo, killing twelve people, including eight members of the editorial team. Ten years after this tragic event, the satirical weekly, which survived the horrific massacre, continues to defend the values of free speech with the same vigor. In a special issue set to be published this ...

Paris, a Shining Star of New Year’s Eve 2024

Madeleine Cadoux, 02/01 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Closing a year defined by the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the French capital brought together over a million people on the Champs-Élysées. Beneath a sparkling winter sky, Paris shone brighter than ever, delivering an unforgettable spectacle. The festivities began with a sumptuous performance by the dancers of the Moulin Rouge, ...

Global markets rode AI, interest rate roller coaster in 2024

This is Beirut, 01/01 10:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Despite political upheavals, stock markets and bitcoin smashed records in 2024, fuelled by investor enthusiasm for Artificial Intelligence (AI), falling interest rates, and hopes of tax cuts. Here are five of the most remarkable aspects of 2024 for financial markets: Stock records fall like dominoes Wall Street's three main stock indices blew ...

Céline Dion to Shine Bright in Grand Paris Comeback

Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-12-27 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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On Tuesday, July 23, Céline Dion’s jet landed at Le Bourget, marking more than just a return to France. After two years of waiting and cancellations due to her fragile health, the Canadian star finally reconnected with her audience during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Performing from the Eiffel Tower in Dior Haute ...

Christians Celebrate Sombre Christmas Under Shadow of Wars

This is Beirut, 2024-12-25 11:20 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Christians across the world celebrated Christmas Wednesday, with the mood darkened by wars and a massive Christmas morning attack on Ukraine by Russia and a plane crash in Kazakhstan. With the war in Gaza also showing no signs of ending, Pope Francis was also expected to call for peace in the Middle East during his traditional "Urbi et Orbi" ...

The Enchanting Legends and Untold Secrets of Notre-Dame de Paris

Bélinda Ibrahim, 2024-12-24 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Notre-Dame de Paris, an iconic masterpiece of Gothic architecture, is filled with legends, mysteries and fascinating anecdotes. Let's delve into some of the most captivating secrets of this emblematic cathedral, each reflecting the richness of its past. The Mystery of the Devilish Doors One of the most intriguing legends of Notre-Dame involves ...

Notre-Dame De Paris Hosts Its First Christmas Masses Since The Fire In 2019

This is Beirut, 2024-12-24 05:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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For the first time since the fire in 2019, Notre-Dame de Paris is celebrating Christmas again on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the traditional Nativity Masses expected to attract thousands of worshippers. ‘We are now back at Notre-Dame, which has just been opened to worship and visitors. Our hearts are in celebration,’ said the archbishop of ...

Sweet Smell of Success for Niche Perfumes

This is Beirut, 2024-12-22 12:20 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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This photograph shows "Parfums de Marly" boutique, a luxury and niche perfume brand, in Paris on December 12, 2024. ©Grégoire CAMPIONE / AFP Produced in small batches with high-quality, natural or rare ingredients, niche perfumes are becoming big business even while retaining their exclusive nature. "We've had absolutely incredible ...

Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral: Modern Stained Glass Sparks Controversy

This is Beirut, 2024-12-19 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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On Wednesday, December 18, the designs for six new stained glass windows for the fire-damaged Notre Dame Cathedral were unveiled for the first time. French contemporary artist Claire Tabouret has been selected to infuse the iconic 12th-century structure with a modern twist as part of its ongoing restoration, following the devastating 2019 ...

Pharrell Williams Becomes UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts and Education

This is Beirut, 2024-12-18 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Pharrell Williams, global pop and fashion icon, was appointed UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for arts, education, and entrepreneurship during a ceremony held Tuesday at the United Nations organization’s headquarters in Paris. In an official statement, Audrey Azoulay, UNESCO's Director-General, praised Williams as a "complete artist" and a "humanist ...

ŠamaŠ: A Call for Peace Through Art and Music

Fabienne Touma, 2024-12-14 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Originally unveiled in 2017 at the Lebanese Pavilion of the Venice Biennale, ŠamaŠ (pronounced Shamash) seamlessly combines visual art and music. For the first time in France, visitors can experience this extraordinary piece at the IMA in Paris until April 6. Deeply symbolic, the project stems from Zad Moultaka’s profound reflection on ...

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