Beirut’s lost Roman hippodrome unearthed, to be dismantled
“There are four known Roman hippodromes in the Middle East,” a veteran archeologist recently told me. “In Beirut,…
Minister says ruins to be preserved after photos leaked
Daily Star In a surprise announcement, Culture Minister Gaby Layoun said today that ancient Roman and Byzantine ruins…
Possible Roman gate and road found in Beirut dig
This is a panoramic shot of a dig that has been going on for several years in Riad…
Quote of the week
“There is no need to worry,” said Culture Minister Gaby Layoun, following the theft of 46 items from…
Open letter in defense of our heritage
Culture Minister Gaby Layoun Here’s an excerpt from my op-ed appearing in today’s Daily Star:Dear Prime Minister Najib…
Tearing down Amin Maalouf’s house
Here are some photos of the current demolition happening at the former home of Amin Maalouf, one of…