Following the Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs’ visit to Lebanon on October 16th 2020, Arancha Gonzalez Laya; the International Director of the Spanish Cultural Institute, Luis García Montero, mobilized his International Board and travelled across the Lebanese territory from May 10th to May 14th, 2021. The team’s dynamic schedule was devised in support of the cultural, educational,…
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Parution du Livre ‘‘Clapotis du Soir’’ par Emile Issa
”Clapotis du Soir”, est le confident personnel et premier livre de poèmes, illustré de photos inédites par Emile E. Issa, dont la sélection attentive couvre une période de plus de 20 ans. Publié avec Librairie Antoine. Une partie des bénéfices, de la vente du livre ”Clapotis du Soir” sera reversée pour soutenir l’Association du Foyer de…
Spain: The Rising & Attractive Destination for Lebanese Students
When it comes to gaining new experiences, Lebanese students are always happy to discover new opportunities that would allow them to study abroad, especially when such universities are located in Mediterranean countries, where the unique combination of culture, weather and way of life is similar to Lebanon. In the recent years, Spain has become an…
Slideshow Portraits by Emile E. ISSA
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Andrea Wazen and The Artistry of Bespoke Shoe Design
As a young child in Beirut, bespoke shoe designer, Andrea Wazen, already knew that her passion lay in the arts. She was constantly sketching and drawing and, being a twin, was less than pleased when her mother used to dress her and her sister alike. “I was very particular about what I wanted to…
L’Amicale des Anciens de Jamhour célèbre les 15 ans de la Promo 2002
Le 26 Décembre 2017, s’est tenu le Dîner des 15 ans de la PROMO 2002 du Collège Notre-Dame de Jamhour dans la grande salle Michel Eddé du Centre Culturel et Sportif. Organisé par l’Amicale des Anciens de Jamhour sous la supervision de son dynamique Secrétaire Général M. Nagy El Khoury et le Comité de…
Virtuosi: L’App Innovante de Karim Joreige qui Décuple les Potentiels
Toute création, toute œuvre tire sa source d’un besoin particulier. Avec Karim Joreige, tout a commencé en 2014, lorsque ce jeune passionné de Photographie, de Computer Sciences et de Typographie a éprouvé l’envie de développer ses compétences diversifiées, sans pour autant se concentrer sur un domaine bien déterminé. ‘C’est alors que je me suis rendu…
Commonwealth Enterprise & Investment Council (CWEIC) Launches 2018 Business Forum
At the introductory reception at Mansion House attended by over 150 high-level dignitaries, businesses and high commissioners from across the Commonwealth countries, CWEIC Chairman, Lord Marland of Odstock highlighted the huge opportunity the Commonwealth presents to the private sector and Government alike, in the wake of a changing global trading landscape. Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon hails…
Exclusive Interview with AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri, MD
AUB is the leading teaching-centered research university in Lebanon & the Region based on the American liberal arts model of higher education. With more than 9000 students and 800 full time faculty members, since its foundation in 1866, the University is a beacon for freedom of thought & expression, creative & critical thinking, integrity,…
Tell me about your Beirut in 12 Photos
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UK Lebanon Tech Hub Receives Long Term Backing From BANQUE DU LIBAN and BRITISH GOVERNMENT
UK Lebanon Tech Hub receives long term backing from BANQUE DU LIBAN and BRITISH GOVERNMENT following exceptional early stage results. Over 1300 direct and indirect jobs in Lebanon and US $8.5 million of investment into the UK. Nadim Zaazaa announced as new CEO and Ramzi Haidamus announced as new Advisory Board Chairman. The UK Lebanon Tech Hub…
23 Exciting Throwback Photos of 1st Condé Nast International Luxury Conference in Florence
Against the backdrop of one of Italy’s traditional centres of craftsmanship and tailoring, the 2015 edition of the conference brought together 500 attendees from over 35 countries – a diverse and unique cross section of the luxury and fashion industry – for two days of talks about hard issues and emerging opportunities. Suzy Menkes and…