Without showing what constitutes poverty — a socio-economic necessity within an unfair economic model — the end result is a problematic and flawed depiction.
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The Baalbeck International Festival forms a unique mode of cultural heritage tourism that allows visitors to engage with the ancient ruins physically as well as mentally.
The fear that these capabilities may lead to the detention of law-abiding citizens is quite acute and more amplified in the Middle East than the case in Europe or the United States.
This international move to encourage countries to privatize what were once state-owned industries, or at least decrease their investment in such sectors, clearly impacted the livelihoods of thousands of middle class individuals in countries like Lebanon and Egypt.
Instead of colorful shops inviting the enthusiastic tourist, you find cars. Havana is significantly lacking in shopping centers and stores. There are several shops that sell typical souvenirs, but no clothing stores.
Abu Sitta discussed his experience in Gaza chronologically, and provided his own analysis and conclusions on the events taking place.
The “Civil Love” campaign is a celebration of social union between two individuals regardless of their backgrounds. The campaign hopes to gathering people to sign the “Civil Love” declaration and urging them to spread the message of unconditional love.
Beirut Today interviews indie band Waynick on making easily relatable music, their debut EP and managing a band.
Postcards on their new dream pop album, the dualities of Beirut, and the waves in the music scene.
The Volunteer Circle hopes to create an easy and convenient platform to connect NGOs and volunteers.
"I wrote it because I know that you can harness your own natural creativity and wield it to its greatest extent. These tools will take you step by step to do just that in both your personal and professional life."
Beirut Today spoke to Day None about his electronic music, his style, his future aspirations, and all around vibe.