Beirut Marathon’s Typo (“Strat” Instead of “Start”) Explained

I was earlier today at the Beirut Marathon Youth Race that was taking place in Dbayyeh and the banner at the beginning of the race said "Strat" instead of "Start". I thought it was a typo at first but it turned out to be a stunt to raise awareness on kids with dyslexia. Ragheb Alameh unveiled the real banner at the start of one of the races. I really thought it was a mistake for…

To Control Mosquitoes, We Must Dispose of Trash Correctly

The Environment Minister tweeted today that "the rise in the number of mosquitoes is the result of higher seasonal temperatures and a environment embracing bugs". While we all are aware of that fact, someone should also remind the Minister that we need to keep our cities clean and get rid of any standing water or uncovered trash to control flies and mosquitoes. Uncovered trash is all a mosquito needs to start a family, so imagine…

Beirut Meets F1 on May 22!

Earlier yesterday, LiveLoveBeirut shared a picture of a Red Bull F1 car spotted spinning in Beirut. The picture was actually taken from a Red Bull Showrun in Lima, Peru and it was just a teaser for the live F1 Showrun that is taking place in Beirut on Sunday May 22nd. You heard me right! Beirut’s F1 Showrun is happening soon and it's gonna be awesome! I'm a huge F1 fan so this is very exciting…

Museums Night Was Great, But …

Eleven museums were taking part in the 3rd edition of “Museums Night” yesterday and opening their doors from 5 PM till midnight. The tours started at 5 sharp and free shuttle service was available for museums in Beirut every 30 minutes at specific stops. I was a speaker at Talk20 yesterday at AUB so I thought it would be a good idea to drop by a couple of museums around 9-10 PM that way traffic…
Lebanon

Michel Smeha Sentenced To 13 Years in Prison

9 years ago
Ex-Minister Michel Samaha was charged with the possession of explosives for the purpose of carrying out terrorist attacks and was sentenced to 13 years in jail with hard labor. The verdict cannot be appealed. Mabrouk ...
Lebanon

Visiting Tripoli’s Syria Street: Wheat Market Restoration & Qahwetna Cultural Café

9 years ago
Almost one year ago, an unprecedented security plan has managed to put an end to the endless rounds of fierce clashes and restore calm between Bab al-Tabbaneh and Jabal Mohsen neighborhoods. Fortunately, we haven’t heard ...
Lebanon

Eco-Friendly Camping Site Inaugurated in Kab-Elias Town (Bekaa)

9 years ago
Qab Elias is a beautiful town located in the Bekaa valley 15 km away from Zahle and 45 km from Beirut. Qab Elias is on the same road that takes you to Ammiq and Kefraya ...
Humor

Lebanese Cop Confiscated Some Guy’s Mobile To Order Breakfast

9 years ago
via +961 Check out what this guy did after a police officer confiscated his phone to order food and didn’t even thank him. Sahten Watan LOL! PS: I can’t confirm the authenticity of the story ...
OlderNewer