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Padre Guilherme is a Portuguese Catholic priest serving in the Archdiocese of Braga who has also become an internationally known DJ. Through his music, he blends electronic dance beats with religious elements such as hymns, Bible verses, homilies, and papal speeches. He first gained widespread attention during the COVID-19 pandemic by streaming weekly DJ sets Continue reading "Padre Guilherme’s…
Call it a Christmas miracle, or credit the upcoming parliament elections, but the Chekka highway has finally fully reopened after six years of partial closure. Back in 2018, a section of the highway was shut down following major landslides that required the reconstruction of a retaining wall. The works were reportedly delayed by the 2019 Continue reading "A Christmas Miracle: Chekka Highway…
Lebanon broke three Guinness World Records this week, two linked to the Christmas season and a third organized by a local food wholesaler. Longest Christmas Recital: Kfardebian hosted an extraordinary Christmas music event: a 170-hour nonstop recital featuring continuous singing of Christmas hymns and carols. Organizers have structured it so the music never stops for Continue reading "Three…
After several years of absence, Red Bull has announced on its Instagram account that Jump Freeze is officially back. The event will take place this February at the Mzaar resort, with registrations expected to open on January 5. Jump Freeze is a fun-filled winter spectacle where skiers and snowboarders dress up in outrageous Continue reading "Red Bull Jump Freeze Returns to Mzaar This February"
During the latest episode of MTV’s talk show Sar El Wa2et, host Marcel Ghanem and producer Nadim Mehanna (NMPRO Arts) announced the upcoming release of a new film honoring Mar Charbel, Lebanon’s most beloved and venerated saint. The movie is expected to be released soon. In the film, the character of Charbel is portrayed by Continue reading " Charbel The Movie Coming Soon"
The deadline to register for the 2026 parliamentary elections is November 20, and the number of registered expat voters so far is drastically lower than in 2022. According to the latest figures from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, barely 55,000 expats have registered so far, compared to over 200,000 in 2022. This sharp decline is Continue reading "#YallaRegister : 2026 Elections Registration…
Anyone who has visited Jeita Grotto is familiar with the site s strict no-photography and no-disturbance policies, but apparently, these rules don’t apply to everyone. A pre-wedding celebration attended by roughly 50 guests reportedly took place inside the grotto, featuring loud music, dancing, and filming. I wonder who authorized that. Was the Ministry of Tourism informed? Continue reading "Who…
Lebanon is preparing to welcome Pope Leo XIV from November 30 to December 2, 2025. This will mark the Pope’s first Apostolic Journey outside Italy, during which he will first travel to Türkiye from November 27 to 30, before continuing on to Lebanon from November 30 to December 2. The Lebanese authorities have declared a Continue reading "Pope Leo XIV s First Visit Outside of Italy Will be to…
It has now been three days since the Lebanese Ministry of Health abruptly ordered the suspension of Tannourine Mineral Water, and sadly, what began as a public health issue has quickly spiralled into yet another example of administrative mismanagement, something all too common in Lebanon. Both the Ministers of Agriculture and Health, the key figures Continue reading "Tannourine Controversy: Time…
It’s been a few weeks now since Le Gray Beirut announced it would be reopening its doors, and it looks like it s happening very soon—in early November. Lebanese TV host and producer Ricardo Karam posted earlier today that he was happy to see Le Gray coming back to life, possibly hinting at a soft opening Continue reading "Le GRAY Beirut Officially Reopening Soon"
Le Grand Théâtre de Beirut, or Beirut’s Grand Theater, is one of the last remaining relics of pre-war Beirut. The landmark building was originally designed by Youssef Aftimos and built by Jacques Tabet in the 1920s, officially opening in 1929. The 630-seat theater includes an orchestra, two balconies, a stage equipped with specialized mechanisms, a Continue reading "Reviving a Landmark: UAE Funds…
The 2026 Lebanese elections are just a few months away, and it’s time for all expats to register and preserve their right to vote. Unfortunately—just like in 2018 and 2022—it’s still unclear whether expatriates will be allowed to vote in their original electoral districts, or be limited to the highly controversial and discriminatory “6-seat” system. Continue reading "How To Register For The 2026…
The final phase of construction for a $25 million F B cluster in Beit Mery has just been completed, as it is set to open by March or April 2026. The cluster, dubbed The Neighboured was completed by Jellyfish, a company founded by Joseph Aoun, the owner of ‘Le Charcutier’ supermarket chain. The development includes 12 Continue reading "The Neighborhood: All-Year-Round F B Cluster Set to Open in…
It’s astonishing how health-related matters in this country are consistently handled with a lack of transparency, leaving room for speculation and rarely reaching proper resolution. Yesterday afternoon, the Lebanese Ministry of Health decided to announce via a Facebook post that the Tannourine water company must cease bottling operations and withdraw its products from the market Continue reading…
Back in June, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke with Elon Musk about making Starlink available in Lebanon. Now, after two months, the Lebanese cabinet has officially granted Starlink a license to provide satellite internet services in the country. For those unfamiliar, Starlink is a satellite internet system developed by SpaceX, Elon Musk s aerospace company. It’s Continue reading "Licensing…
According to statistics from Lebanon’s state tobacco authority, also known as La Régie Libanaise des Tabacs et Tombacs, household tobacco sales reached nearly 16 tons last year. That’s an average of around 337 shishas per person (based on the total nbr of Lebanese above 18). These figures do not include wholesale sales to restaurants and Continue reading "Lebanese Smoke on Average 337 Shishas Per…
Lebanon is naturally rich in water resources, with abundant rivers, springs, and a relatively high annual rainfall compared to its regional neighbors. However, poor water waste management, aging infrastructure, and lack of effective policies have led to widespread pollution and inefficient use, putting this valuable resource at serious risk. In addition to that, poorly planned Continue reading…
The news isn t official yet, but I ve already heard from two reliable sources that a local business has acquired the trademark for Costco in Lebanon. This doesn t necessarily mean we ll have a store opening anytime soon, but it s definitely a step in that direction. Costco operates as a membership-based warehouse club, selling goods in bulk Continue reading "Costco Coming to Lebanon?"
Lebanon’s Information Minister, Paul Morcos, announced today, following the cabinet meeting, that it has been decided to rename Hafez el-Assad Avenue to Ziad Rahbani Avenue. The avenue is located on the airport road, and there have been several calls in recent months to remove Hafez el-Assad’s name from it. Ziad Rahbani, a Lebanese composer, pianist, Continue reading "Lebanese Cabinet Agrees to…
ThisIsBeirut reported this week that the long-awaited ferry service between Lebanon and Cyprus is finally set to launch on July 23. The new vessel, with a capacity of 400 passengers, will operate between the coastal town of Jounieh and Larnaca. The journey will take approximately four hours, offering travelers a scenic and efficient alternative to Continue reading "Jounieh-Larnaca Ferry Set to…