Closure of Bardo Bar Alienates Lebanon’s LGBTQ+ Community
On October 31, Bardo, one of Beirut’s landmark LGBTQ+ establishments, closed its doors. The bar’s closure comes amidst an ongoing…
Pandora Papers Highlights Inherent Corruption and Elitism in Lebanon
Last week, a team of investigative journalists from around the world released the Pandora Papers, which provide a granular overview…
Iranian Oil Shipment Fails to Relieve Lebanon’s Woes
Since 2019, Lebanon has been in the midst of a financial crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic and numerous domestic incidents have…
Amidst Lebanon’s Crises, Art Galleries are Providing a Sense of Normalcy
On August 4, 2020, an intense explosion occurred at the port of Lebanon’s capital, Beirut. The blast killed, injured, and…
Lebanon’s Economic Crisis Leaves Citizens Struggling
Lebanon is currently facing a severe financial crisis, and its population is struggling to afford food and other necessities. The…
Lebanese Women Face Domestic Violence in Fresh Outbreak of Brutality
For almost a decade, Lebanon’s economy has been crumbling. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic and national lockdowns have amplified the country’s…