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...
Ciao Bella! The authentic Italy lies off the beaten track
Words Johanna Salem
If you have ever visited Italy, then you have certainly gazed in stupor at the great Colosseum of Rome, taken pictures of...
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...
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...
The Driving Desire for a Better Future
IPT Energy Center (IPTEC) is an unprecedented,specialized research center in Lebanon set up to carry out research and specialized programs in fields such as...
Time for an Alternative
Lebanon’s electricity woes are a part of daily life. The constant shift from government-provided power to diesel generators is the norm. And while residents...













