The Beiruter
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French literature - Maronite identity - Arabic literature - Maronite heritage - History of writing - Aladdin - Literature - Maronite - HistoryThe Maronite who gave the world Aladdin
A forgotten manuscript revealed Hanna Diyab, a Maronite from Aleppo, as the Christian storyteller whose tales of Aladdin and Ali Baba helped shape One Thousand and One Nights and became part of global culture.By Jenna Geagea -
Acting - Talent - Opportunities - Theatre - Acting industryBehind the curtain of Lebanon’s acting industry
Lebanon has no shortage of young performers. But between limited opportunities, a small market and an industry that often relies on familiar faces, many talented actors are still waiting for their chance to step into the spotlight.By Yara Saliba -
Jezzine cutlery - Phoenix knife - Jezzine craftsmanship - Traditional Crafts - Heritage CraftsThe artistry behind Jezzine’s phoenix knives
Jezzine’s centuries-old knife-making tradition lives on through the artisans who carve its iconic phoenix handles, even as the craft faces the threat of disappearing.By The Beiruter
