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Politics - Fatah al-Islam shadow hangs over Syria-Lebanon ties
By Rana Moussaoui
A month after Syria and Lebanon set up diplomatic relations, the two neighbours appear far from a full normalisation as proven by mutual accusations over a radical Islamist group. Visits to Damascus by high-ranking Lebanese officials, including...Full Story>> |
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Arts & Culture - In Beirut, Vintage Wine Cellar showcases the great French Vineyards
As the French Haute Cuisine Week (sponsored by Gabriel Bocti sal), ended in late October, Vintage Wine Cellar boutique invited five oenologist as well as owners of the most reputed Chateaux of France, to present their finest wine ranges in Beirut....Full Story>> |
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Politics - Obama: Change we need? What the people of Beirut have to say
By Nada Akl
It seems that the whole world hailed Barack Obama’s victory last week. iloubnan.info hit the streets to see what people here in Lebanon think of the new US President. There’s one thing everyone agrees upon: “he can’t possibly...Full Story>> |
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Social - The Social Media Exchange: Promoting effective use of alternative media
By Nada Akl
Used effectively, the Internet offers a great platform for any communication campaign. Here in Lebanon, it remains a relatively un-tapped tool for social activism. Social Media Exchange is helping nonprofit organizations, young entrepreneurs and...Full Story>> |
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Politics - Islamists view Obama as lesser of two evils, analysts say
By Jocelyne Zablit
The election of Barack Obama as US president may offer breathing space for Islamist groups in the Middle East from the guns blazing attitude of his predecessor but no radical changes are expected,
analysts say.Full Story>> |
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Politics - Lebanese political rivals adjourn dialogue to December
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Politics - Little headway expected in Lebanon national dialogue
By Jocelyne Zablit
Lebanon's rival political leaders gather on Wednesday for a second round of talks to resolve lingering disputes but analysts and participants say a deal is a long way off given deep-seated differences.Full Story>> |
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Entertainment - Hello Halloween in Beirut City
Halloween is an international holiday celebrated on the evening of October 31; today is is often celebrated in the morning and afternoon as well. Halloween activities include trick-or-treating, ghost tours, bonfires, costume parties, visiting...Full Story>> |
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Arts & Culture - Arab TV fans gripped by saga of World War II singing spy
By Rana Moussaoui
Sixty years after her death in a mysterious car crash, a television series about Arab singing diva and spy Asmahan is captivating audiences with details of her short but racy life.Full Story>> |
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Business - Eastline: Leader of the online marketing in Lebanon
By Virginie Vilar
The number of internet users in the Middle-East increased by 1176% from 2000 to 2008, amounting to 42 millions, according to Internet World Stats agency study. This phenomenal increase is the highest in the world. The Lebanese Eastline Marketing...Full Story>> |
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