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The Castle of Saint-Gilles in Tripoli stands proudly on a high hill overlooking the Abu Ali River and the old port city of El Mina. Built by Count Raymond de Saint-Gilles during the Crusader period, the fortress held a strategic position that dominated both the sea and the valley below. However, its origins may trace […]
Sara Minkara is a Lebanese-American advocate, entrepreneur, and disability-rights leader with deep roots in Tripoli, Lebanon. She uses her voice and vision to make inclusion a global priority. Sara lost her sight at the age of seven, yet she turned that challenge into a lifelong mission for empowerment. Growing up between Tripoli and the United […]
Nazih Al Ahdab is a respected Lebanese journalist, producer, and television presenter from Tripoli, Lebanon. For more than three decades, he has shaped Arab media with his analytical voice and deep sense of integrity. He began his media journey in 1989, working with Al-Fayhaa TV, Tripoli TV, and Lebanon TV. During those early years, he […]
Joudy El-Asmar is a Lebanese journalist, communications specialist, and storyteller from Tripoli, Lebanon. She has built her career on truth, empathy, and social impact. From her earliest reporting days, Joudy used her voice to share stories of environmental change. Her work spans social issues, human rights, and climate journalism, fields where she has become a […]
Ahmed Mawas was born in London and raised between Ghana and Lebanon, with strong family ties to Tripoli, Lebanon. As a Lebanese actor in Hollywood, he fuses his cultural heritage with global opportunities. After earning an Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Minnesota, Ahmed embarked on a modeling career. He appeared in campaigns for […]
Born in Tripoli, Lebanon, Remy Derbass is a prominent Lebanese journalist and news anchor known for her firm presence and integrity. She currently works at Al Hadath / Riyadh, KSA, after a long career at LBCI. She studied Journalism at the Lebanese American University (BA) before entering television. Remy began her media career in 2005 at […]
Jalal Chahda, born in El Mīna, Tripoli, is a respected Lebanese journalist, news anchor, and media trainer known for his sharp analysis and calm presence. Over two decades, he has become one of the Arab world’s most recognizable faces in broadcast journalism. He began his professional journey in Lebanon as a teacher of physical education […]
Walid Toufic, born Walid Toutounji on April 8, 1954, in Tripoli, Lebanon, is one of the Arab world’s most beloved singers and actors. Known for his warm voice, he became a symbol of Lebanese artistry and charm across generations. Growing up in Tripoli, Walid Toufic was surrounded by music and culture. From an early age, […]
Salah Tizani, born in 1929 in Tripoli, Lebanon, is one of the country’s most cherished actors and comedians. Known across the Arab world as “Abou Salim”, he became a symbol of joy and Lebanese humor that transcends generations. Growing up in Tripoli’s old neighborhoods, Salah discovered his love for performing early. His natural charisma and […]
Born in Tripoli, Lebanon, Leen El Hayek is a Lebanese singer who became a regional sensation after winning The Voice Kids in 2016. At only twelve years old, she stunned audiences with her confidence, charisma, and powerful voice. From a young age, Leen loved singing at family gatherings and school events. Her expressive style and emotional […]
