When will we be free?
Lebanon has had to bear the brunt of the devastating impact of landmines and cluster munitions over decades of war . Beyond the immediate...
Disappearing Act America’s great scene stealers are at risk
Words Tamara Batshon
When we think of national parks, we imagine wide-open spaces, lush forests, an abundance of wildlife, and snow-capped mountains safely protected from...
Sidon’s trash turns to treasure
Words Tamara Batshon
Many recall the infamous trash mountain in the city of Sidon, which existed for three decades. Now, however, residents of Sidon can...
Goodbye Paris …Trump turns his back on the future
Words Bassam Alkantar
In December 2015, after years of negotiations, 195 countries made a new commitment to work together to address global climate change. This...
THE DEADLY EFFECT OF HUNTING LONG AFTER THE SHOOTING IS DONE
Words Bassam Alkantar
The use of traditional plastic wad components in gun cartridges can have a devastating impact on wildlife and the environment. Each year,...
Safe to swim? The danger lurking in Lebanon’s waters
Words Bassam Alkantar
The Lebanese coastline extends over 240 kilometers in length. The coastal area, which constitutes around eight percent of the total area of...