This is Beirut, 25/04 20:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A UNIFIL patrol was briefly intercepted twice near the southern Lebanese town of Tayr Dabba. According to local media, a group of young men on motorcycles blocked the convoy, making hostile remarks toward the peacekeepers. UNIFIL deputy spokesperson Candice Ardell confirmed the incidents in a statement. She said that the soldiers were ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 18:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
lebanon The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum 2025
The second edition of the Beauty and Wellbeing Forum 2025 was officially launched on Thursday, at Seaside Arena on Beirut’s waterfront. The event, held under the patronage of the Ministries of Information and Economy, runs from April 24 to April 27, 2025, bringing together a distinguished gathering of specialists, institutions, as well as ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 17:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
LAU lebanon Horeca 2025 The Syndicate of Restaurant
At HORECA 2025, the Syndicate of Restaurant, Cafe, Nightclub, and Pastry Owners in Lebanon signed a strategic partnership with the Lebanese American University (LAU), paving the way for enhanced educational and professional opportunities in the hospitality sector. The memorandum of understanding, formalized during the industry event, signals the ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 17:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon The Syndicate of Owners of Travel and Tourism Offices
The Syndicate of Owners of Travel and Tourism Offices in Lebanon, headed by Jean Abboud, held its Annual General Assembly at the Middle East Airlines (MEA) conference center on Friday, gathering a large number of industry members. The session covered key agenda items, including the presentation and approval of the 2024 financial report, and ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 17:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Chouf Baabda Mount Lebanon Lebanon municipal elections
Ahead of the long-awaited municipal elections set to start on Sunday, May 4, a total of 62 municipalities in Mount Lebanon have been elected by acclamation, out of 330 in the region. In these areas, only one list of candidates was submitted per municipality, eliminating the need for a vote and automatically securing their election. The breakdown ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 16:45 - Reading : less than a minute
General Security Syria lebanon Syrian refugees repatriation
General Security (GS) has resumed the repatriation of Syrian refugees from Lebanon, marking a significant shift after years of suspension, Al-Jadeed TV reported on Friday. According to the report, the renewed efforts came after a prolonged halt in the implementation of the so-called “voluntary return” process, which was previously organized ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 14:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah Israel United States Terrorism Lebanon
A security official disclosed that Lebanese security agencies have been actively tracking and arresting terrorism suspects, dormant cells and fundamentalist elements allegedly working to destabilize the country in line with foreign agendas aimed at undermining the regional peace process. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, declined ...
This is Beirut, 25/04 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
beauty wellbeing lebanon beirut
Title: The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum Returns to Beirut! Caption: The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum is back – and stronger than ever – with its second edition! This exceptional event brings together leading experts, influencers and innovators to celebrate mental, physical and aesthetic health. From April 24 to 27, 2025, Beirut’s Seaside ...
Makram Haddad, 25/04 09:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
It was a fruitful outing for the Lebanese judo delegation, who returned from the Jordanian capital after participating in the prestigious Arab Judo Championship. Under the auspices of the Arab Judo Federation, the tatamis of Amman saw the Lebanese colors shine six times: three times atop the podium, and three more to claim bronze. Comprising ...
Liliane Mokbel, 24/04 15:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Syria Refugees Displaced UNHCR
Lebanon, which is facing a prolonged crisis, is raising its voice once again. For more than 15 years, the Land of the Cedars has borne the direct consequences of the war in Syria, hosting more than two million Syrian refugees—nearly 40% of its population. According to the World Bank, the annual cost of this presence exceeds two billion ...
This Is Beirut, 24/04 15:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The annual inflation rate in Lebanon dropped to 14.2% in March 2025, marking the lowest level in five years, according to official figures released this week. The decline follows a 15.6% rate recorded in February and reflects a broader easing in price increases across several key sectors. The most notable slowdowns were seen in housing and ...
This Is Beirut, 24/04 14:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Municipal Elections Guide
As Lebanon prepares for its upcoming municipal elections, scheduled for May 2025, growing attention is being paid to the positions of municipal council members and presidents. In a context where local governance is increasingly viewed as a driver of change, many are considering a run for office. But what does it take to become a candidate? ...