AUB Alumnus Dr. Hussein Tawbi Named to Trump’s Council on Science & Technology

Lebanese doctor & AUB alumnus Hussein Tawbi has been nominated by US President Donald Trump to the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology . The mission of the Council of Advisors on Science and Technology is to advise the president on policies that will enhance American leadership in science and technology. It has 16 members, and Dr. Tawbi is only the second oncologist to serve on the council and he is the first…

The Lebanese Creativity Day – Martyrs Square

Artists from all over Lebanon celebrated the Lebanese Creativity Day in Martyrs Square over the weekend. The theme was the revolution obviously and there were some pretty amazing displays. Check them out! Pictures taken from Nabil Ismail and a friend .
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Ultimate Winter Camping in Akkar Snowy Mountains

4 years ago
Snow hikes, overnight stays in Igloos, snow shoeing, trail challenges and many more activities are being organized by the Akkar trail team this year, and the pictures and videos they’re sharing are absolutely stunning! The ...
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Lebanon’s Derelict Architecture – By James Kerwin

4 years ago
From abandoned mansions to ruined hammams and forgotten theaters, Photographer James Kerwin showcases Beirut’s derelict yet beautiful architecture in this photo series. I shared a couple of shots. Check out the full post on [DesignBoom].
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Library Inaugurated at the Verdun Women Prison

4 years ago
The Ministry of Culture, with the help of the ISF & Interior Ministry, inaugurated a new library at the Barbar El Khazen prison for women in Verdun. The initiative is part of an ongoing project ...
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Lebanon’s Women Football Team Crowned 2019 West Asia Champions!

4 years ago
The U-18 Lebanese Women’s football team won the West Asia Championship today after defeating Bahrain 3-0. The Lebanese team has been impressive throughout the whole tournament and quite exceptional in attack scoring 10 goals in ...
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Best 2019 Lebanon Pictures by Kameel Rayess

4 years ago
Check out these stunning aerial shots of Lebanon by the lens of Kameel Rayess. I added 10 pictures and you can check out the rest [here]. ...
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The Story of Mohammad El Zo3bi, Tripoli’s Amputee Protester

4 years ago
Mohammad el Zo3bi, Tripoli’s amputee protester, is one of the most heartwarming stories of this revolution. El Zo3bi lost his leg in a car accident few years back and was spotted during the many protests ...
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Amar Restaurant Opens in Beirut

4 years ago
A review of Amar restaurant is long overdue on the blog. I’ve been to the Jounieh branch countless times and I even planned Kevin’s baptism there. Their food and service are impeccable, their prices are ...
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Teaming up With Le Charcutier To Spread Joy This Holiday Season

5 years ago
We’re going through very rough times in Lebanon, unemployment and poverty are on the rise and more and more families are struggling to make ends meet or even putting food on the table. With Christmas ...
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