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Al Dictator play reopens after 44 years in Beirut theater

Al Dictator play Directed by Lina Abyad written by Issam Mahfouz was first played by Antoine Kerbaj and Michel Nabaa in Beirut theater in 1968, now...

by AliZreik in Lebanon on 02/02/2012

Politics

Lebanese demand Army on border after teen killed

Clashes at the Lebanese-Syrian borders checkpoint after a funeral of a 16 year old boy from Al-Areeda village, after the boy was allegedly killed by...

by Issam Abdallah in Lebanon on 22/01/2012

Society

Building collapses in Beirut leaving at least 25 dead

Death toll in the building that collapsed in Achrafieh raises to at least 25 including Lebanese nationals and foreigners. The building allegedly...

by Issam Abdallah in Lebanon on 16/01/2012

02/02/2012 - Al Dictator play reopens after 44 years in Beirut theater - Lebanon - Al Dictator play Directed by Lina Abyad...
22/01/2012 - Lebanese demand Army on border after teen killed - Lebanon - Clashes at the Lebanese-Syrian borders...
16/01/2012 - Building collapses in Beirut leaving at least 25 dead - Lebanon - Death toll in the building that...
15/01/2012 - A building collapses in Beirut - Lebanon - A five-storey building collapsed in the...
14/01/2012 - Protest held against rape and sexual violence - Beirut - Lebanon - Hundreds of people rallied in Beirut,...
14/01/2012 - Protest march held against rape and sexual violence - Beirut - Lebanon - Many countries criminalize sexual...
30/12/2011 - Protesters boycott Armin Van Buuren concert - Beirut - Lebanon - A boycott campaign protests outside the...
26/12/2011 - Christmas Celebrations Continue in Beirut - Lebanon - Christmas Celebrations continued in the...
15/12/2011 - Teacher's Strike in Lebanon demanding increases in pay - Lebanon - Teachers and professors in Lebanon held...
15/12/2011 - Teachers hold rally during strike for Wage Increases - Lebanon - A rally took place from Bechara Al-...

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Al Dictator play reopens after 44 years in Beirut theater

Arts & Entertainment

Al Dictator play reopens after 44 years in Beirut theat...

Al Dictator play Directed by Lina Abyad written by Issam Mahfouz was first played by Antoine Kerbaj and Michel Nabaa in Beirut theater in 1968, now played by Julia Kassar and Aida Sabra...
by AliZreik, on 2nd of February 2012
Lebanese demand Army on border after teen killed

Politics

Lebanese demand Army on border after teen killed

Clashes at the Lebanese-Syrian borders checkpoint after a funeral of a 16 year old boy from Al-Areeda village, after the boy was allegedly killed by Syrian forces while he was on his fi...
by Issam Abdallah, on 22nd of January 2012
Building collapses in Beirut leaving at least 25 dead

Society

Building collapses in Beirut leaving at least 25 dead

Death toll in the building that collapsed in Achrafieh raises to at least 25 including Lebanese nationals and foreigners. The building allegedly collapsed due to cracks in the wall. Leb...
by Issam Abdallah, on 16th of January 2012
Protest held against rape and sexual violence - Beirut

Politics

Protest held against rape and sexual violence - Beirut

Hundreds of people rallied in Beirut, Lebanon, to protest rape and sexual harassment and the weak laws against such crimes. 14th January 2012
by AliZreik, on 14th of January 2012
A building collapses in Beirut

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A building collapses in Beirut

A five-storey building collapsed in the Fassouh neighbourhood of Beirut, trapping residents. Beirut, Lebanon. 15th January 2012
by George Haddad, on 15th of January 2012
Protest march held against rape and sexual violence - Beirut

Politics

Protest march held against rape and sexual violence - B...

Many countries criminalize sexual harassment, marital rape, and family violence, Lebanon is not one of them. Protesters marched in Beirut demanding changes to the laws concerning these ...
by Zeinoun El-Naboulsi, on 14th of January 2012
Protesters boycott Armin Van Buuren concert - Beirut

Politics

Protesters boycott Armin Van Buuren concert - Beirut

A boycott campaign protests outside the main entrance to an Armin Van Buuren concert at the Biel Center in downtown Beirut, protesting the artist's previously performance in Israel...
by Issam Abdallah, on 30th of December 2011
Christmas Celebrations Continue in Beirut

Society

Christmas Celebrations Continue in Beirut

Christmas Celebrations continued in the Lebanese capital for a second day as families and friends enjoyed the festivities, took photos or visited the theatre together. Lebanon. 26th Dec...
by hiba kanj, on 26th of December 2011
Blind Date

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Blind Date

"Blind Date Event" was held at Crepaway restaurant by which participants have their eyes blindfolded and sitting with visually impaired friends. Beirut, Lebanon. 15th Decembe...
by Issam Abdallah, on 15th of December 2011
Teachers hold rally during strike for Wage Increases

Politics

Teachers hold rally during strike for Wage Increases

A rally took place from Bechara Al-Khoury Avenue towards Riad El Solh Square by teachers and professors from many public schools and universities in Lebanon demanding higher wages and b...
by Zeinoun El-Naboulsi, on 15th of December 2011
Teacher's Strike in Lebanon demanding increases in pay

Politics

Teacher's Strike in Lebanon demanding increases in pay

Teachers and professors in Lebanon held a strike demanding to increase the wage. Protesters marched from Bechara Al-Khoury Avenue towards Riad El Solh Square to the Grand Serail. Beirut...
by Issam Abdallah, on 15th of December 2011
Demonstration demanding better living conditions in Beirut

Politics

Demonstration demanding better living conditions in Bei...

Demonstrators protest in front of the Central bank to demand better living conditions. Beirut, Lebanon. 10th December 2011
by hiba kanj, on 10th of December 2011
Demonstration against discrimination against women

Politics

Demonstration against discrimination against women

The National Forum protested demanding the right of Lebanese women to give nationality to her family. Beirut, Lebanon. 10th December 2011
by hiba kanj, on 10th of December 2011
Lunar eclipse as seen from Beirut

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Lunar eclipse as seen from Beirut

The last lunar eclipse of 2011 as seen from Beirut, Lebanon. 10th December 2011
by hiba kanj, on 10th of December 2011
Lebanese icon Fairuz performs in concert

Arts & Entertainment

Lebanese icon Fairuz performs in concert

The Lebanese icon Fairuz sings at the Platea theater in Sahel Alma. Fairuz is often considered one of the most famous living singers in the Arab world, and is a national treasure to man...
by Rana A. jaber, on 9th of December 2011
Shia'a Muslims Celebrate Ashura in Lebanon

Society

Shia'a Muslims Celebrate Ashura in Lebanon

Thousands of Lebanese Shia'a Muslims celebrate the Day of Ashura in Beirut, Lebanon. 6th December 2011
by hiba kanj, on 6th of December 2011
Ashura 10th day in South Lebanon

Society

Ashura 10th day in South Lebanon

Thousands of Shiaa in South Lebanon marked Achura's 10th day in Nabatieh by marching and carrying out a ritual of self flagellation to show mourning for the death of Imam Hussien. ...
by Issam Abdallah, on 6th of December 2011
The BLOOM Beirut Marathon 2011

Sports

The BLOOM Beirut Marathon 2011

The ninth edition of the Beirut Marathon was held, with over 30,000 runners registered. This year’s slogan was “Take it to the street” Beirut, Lebanon. 27th November 2011
by char abumansoor, on 27th of November 2011
Lebanon beats South Korea in 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifier

Sports

Lebanon beats South Korea in 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualif...

The Lebanese national football team defeated South Korea 2-1 in their 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying match that was held at the city sports stadium in Beirut. Lebanon. 15th November 201...
by Issam Abdallah, on 15th of November 2011
Hiba Tawji and Wadih Abi Raad in Concert

Arts & Entertainment

Hiba Tawji and Wadih Abi Raad in Concert

Oussama Rahbani presented "La Bidaye Wala Nihaye", a concert featuring Hiba Tawji and Wadih Abi Raad at the Palais de Congres. Dbaye, Lebanon. 12th November 2011
by Issam Abdallah, on 12th of November 2011

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Hello all photographers in

Submitted by George Haddad on Tue, 23/02/2010 - 12:05.

Hello all photographers in Lebanon.

Looking to improve your photography skills? The Essential Photography Workshop will be taking place next month. Please check out the following link for more details.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=321790784170

Hope to see you there.

whats up?

Submitted by Hanibaael on Tue, 09/02/2010 - 20:04.

whats up?

Sorry for the late notice,

Submitted by George Haddad on Thu, 10/12/2009 - 13:49.

Sorry for the late notice, but will be great to see some of you there.

An invitation to all stakeholders in the journalism field: news
journalists, media professionals, field correspondents, community
story-tellers, social media journalists ...

All are welcome to inquire into: What is the meaning and role of
journalism in the 21st century? What do you dream your contribution to
be?

An engaging afternoon on December 11th, 2009 connecting us in an
authentic conversation around issues that matter to the future of
journalism, and its influence in highlighting the possibilities
offered to address the challenges that we are all facing today.

Attendance is free of charge, but pre-registration is required.

If you are interested in participating kindly register by emailing me
back at halamakarem@gmail.com or calling 03-200716.

Anyone interested in a

Submitted by Cagil M. Kasapoglu on Wed, 11/11/2009 - 21:21.

Anyone interested in a research in Druzes, please contact me... cagilkasapoglu@gmail.com
Thanks

Sorry mistake..

Submitted by Cagil M. Kasapoglu on Sat, 07/11/2009 - 20:49.

Sorry mistake..