In the heart of the bustling city of Beirut, amidst the sounds of traffic and the aroma of Middle Eastern spices, a formidable force was quietly shaping herself into a world-class athlete. Meet Sandra Sukkar, a name that resonates powerfully in the mixed martial arts (MMA) world as a Lebanese […]
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Introduction: In the dynamic world of modern cuisine and digital media, Abir El Saghir has emerged as a culinary virtuoso and a social media sensation. Born on September 24, 1998, this Lebanese talent has not only mastered the art of crafting delectable dishes but has also harnessed the power of
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Rima Fakih: Pioneering Diversity and Culture at the Miss USA Pageant 2010 Introduction: The Miss USA pageant of 2010 made history with the crowning of Rima Fakih Slaiby, a trailblazing Lebanese American model. Her victory not only marked a turning point in beauty pageant history but also celebrated diversity, challenged
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Elie Saab: A Journey Through Elegance and Glamour In the realm of haute couture and luxury fashion, few names shine as brightly as that of Lebanese designer Elie Saab. Renowned for his exquisite craftsmanship, intricate detailing, and timeless designs, Saab has carved a niche for himself in the global fashion
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Riad Salameh, a prominent Lebanese economist, has been a key figure in Lebanon’s financial landscape for several decades. Born on November 1, 1950, in Beirut, Salameh pursued his higher education abroad, obtaining a degree in economics from the American University of Beirut and a master’s degree in public administration from
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Ziad Rahbani, an accomplished Lebanese composer, playwright, pianist, and singer, is an influential figure in the world of arts and culture. Born on January 1, 1956, in Lebanon, Ziad comes from a family of renowned artists. His father, Assi Rahbani, and mother, Fairuz, are legendary figures in the Arab music
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ماجدة الرومي هي فنانة لبنانية شهيرة، ولدت في 13 ديسمبر 1956 في قرية الكفر، وتعد واحدة من أشهر المغنيات العربيات في العالم. تشتهر ماجدة الرومي بصوتها الجميل الذي ينتقل بين الحانة الرومانسية والأغاني الاجتماعية والسياسية. البداية والعطاء الفني بدأت ماجدة الرومي حياتها الفنية في سن السادسة عشرة عندما شاركت في
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Born May 15, 1920 Rayfoun, Lebanon Died May 12, 2019 (aged 98) Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon Patriarch Sfeir played a pivotal role on the internal Christian arena, and on the national level as well, with his explicit support for the Taif Agreement. In the year 2000, months after the Israeli withdrawal from southern
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Born: 1904 Died: February 1994 A Lebanese writer, historian, academic and politician. One of the greatest contemporary intellectuals in Lebanon and the most important critic of Arabic literature. He contributed to the establishment of the Lebanese University in 1951 and was its first president. In 1976 he joined the Lebanese Front
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Born April 3, 1900 Deir el Qamar, Ottoman Empire Died August 7, 1987 (aged 87) Beirut, Lebanon He is the tiger, the hunter, the king, the president and a skilled player on the Lebanese, regional and international stage. He is Camille Chamoun, the captivating figure in Lebanon’s political history in the twentieth century. He
