Christiane Tager, 10:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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In a country where even bread is becoming a luxury, one might think the potato – king of family meals and star of mezze – is guaranteed a smooth ride. Yet behind every plate of crispy “batata” lies the story of farmers digging the soil… and digging deeper into debt. The Roots of the Problem According to the Ministry of Agriculture, ...
Makram Haddad, 10/09 10:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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In the sweltering heat of the Thai capital, Lebanon gave a masterclass in efficiency and control. Facing a tenacious Mongolian side, Michel Sfeir's players held their nerve and quickly took control of the match at Thammasat Stadium. In the 8th minute, Danny Istambouli opened the scoring with an unstoppable cross-shot. Just before halftime (45+1), ...
This is Beirut, 07/09 15:04 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday humanitarian projects for Syria, including the removal of wartime rubble around Damascus, weeks after inking investment deals worth billions to help rebuild the country's infrastructure. The oil-rich Gulf kingdom has been a major backer of the new Syrian government, which came to power after an Islamist-led ...
Makram Haddad, 04/09 09:15 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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The countdown is on. From September 4 to 7, 2025, the 47th Rally of Lebanon will roar into action under the patronage of the President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, and organized by the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon (ATCL). This edition, the fifth round and penultimate stage of the Middle East Rally Championship (MERC), ...
This is Beirut, 02/09 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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In what Interior Minister Ahmad al-Hajjar called a “historic” operation, Lebanese authorities have intercepted the largest cocaine shipment the country has seen in years. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Hajjar revealed that the operation was made possible through “coordinated efforts with Saudi ...
Pierre Daccache, 25/08 11:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The world's largest esports competition has just come to an end. On Sunday, August 24, after seven weeks of fierce competition, the curtain fell on the 2025 Esports World Cup in Riyadh. In an electric atmosphere, marked by the fervor of an audience from around the world, the Saudi club Team Falcons achieved the feat of retaining its title, winning ...
Christiane Tager, 20/08 21:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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In many mountain communities, apples are far more than a dessert – they are an economic pillar. Families depend on the harvest to cover schooling, healthcare and daily expenses. When apples go unsold, the entire rural economy wobbles. Juice, jams, artisanal cider and vinegar exist as alternatives, but they are insufficient to handle ...
This is Beirut, 18/08 17:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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First, deeply religious Saudi Arabia opened its doors to Western raves and music festivals. Now it's turning to long-neglected Saudi traditions as it seeks to draw tourists and reshape its national identity. In Terhal, a lavish stage show in Riyadh, an actor in a red-and-white headdress gallops on a white horse, exploring the kingdom's heritage ...
This is Beirut, 15/08 09:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Africa's biggest oil refinery will on Friday start direct and free shipping of fuel to retailers in Nigeria, a move expected to disrupt the oil sector in the continent's largest crude producer. Nigeria's Dangote Refinery says that the plan will boost efficiency by cutting down on intermediaries while providing more competitive options for ...
Makram Haddad, 13/08 08:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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With their backs against the wall, the reigning Asian vice-champions rose to the occasion. On Tuesday evening at King Abdullah Sports City, Miodrag Perisic’s men silenced “Akatsuki Japan” and imposed their will on both sides of the court. A Decisive Match, a Resounding Response Dedric Lawson recorded a double-double (24 points, 10 ...
Makram Haddad, 05/08 09:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
From August 5 to 17 in Jeddah, the Lebanese national team will try to move past recent tensions and misfortunes. Arakji is back, but might miss the first two games. Can El Darwich lead the team? And what is a promise worth if it’s forced, Jamaleddine? A Ruthless Format The stage is set. Sixteen nations, four groups, one coveted trophy: the ...
This is Beirut, 04/08 10:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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At least 76 people have been killed and dozens are missing after a boat carrying mostly Ethiopian migrants sank off Yemen, in the latest tragedy on the perilous sea route, officials told AFP on Monday. Yemeni security officials said 76 bodies had been recovered and 32 people rescued from the shipwreck in the Gulf of Aden. The UN's migration ...