Lebanon

Cinema and Theatre in the Pandemic Era

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Some of the most common and unanimously enjoyed activities around the globe are watching either a film or a play in theatres. Both have…

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The World of Etel Adnan

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Last week, famous Lebanese poetess and artist Etel Adnan passed away at the age of 96. It is hard to adequately summarize the breadth,…

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Alternative Media: A Platform to Delve into Taboos

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The October 17 uprising has changed a lot of things, from the political involvement of Lebanese citizens to their reliance on “alternative media,” for…

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After a Year and a Month of Power Vacuum, Lebanese Banks Declare Victory Through a New Government

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Following an explosion that erased a part of the capital, another explosion in Akkar that left people burning to their demise, an economic crisis…

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Lebanon’s Obituary: A Cry of Despair

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When one imagines a summer in Lebanon, what is usually expected is an image of pure joy. You could imagine kids playing on the…

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Why We Don’t Speak About Loss

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In societies that are obsessed with moving on with stoicism and building walls to momentarily comfort themselves in times of grief, dwelling on your…

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Political Apathy as a National Epidemic

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“You’re so pure,” is usually the response you get when you exhibit an ounce of optimism regarding Lebanon’s political, economic, and social situation. Through…

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