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Lebanon’s Failure in Education

Apr 28, 2023

By Tala Youssef | Staff Writer

For a long time, Lebanon was reputable for forming a highly competent workforce through its education. The economic meltdown has, however, revealed the system’s weaknesses.

“Scream 6” Banned in Lebanon Over LGBTQ+ Characters, What’s Next?

Apr 21, 2023

By Taleen El Gharib | Local News Junior Editor

News of “Scream 6” being banned in Lebanon over its inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters sparked outrage on social media, but this is not Lebanon’s first crackdown on same-sex depictions on the big screen. As producers push more towards inclusivity and LGBTQ+ representation, what could this mean for the future of film in Lebanon?

Brutality Against Migrating Storks in Akkar

Apr 21, 2023

By Mark Zoarob | Staff Writer

As images and videos of men from Akkar shooting at storks flying at low altitudes began circulating online, an investigation into the illegal slaughter of migratory birds in Akkar was initiated.