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To commemorate International Women's Day, The New Arab sat down with a number of Arab women working in science – from industry-leading experts to stars of the future – to find out more about their journeys, motivations and challenges along the way.

Efforts to preserve Beirut's once-glistening cultural scene are needed now more than ever as the city descends into a dilapidated ruin. Answering this call, a new generation of artists has stepped in to protect iconic sites like the Cinema Royal.

Exhausted by Lebanon's multitude of crises, farmers in Lebanon are managing to keep themselves afloat by shifting away from archaic agricultural techniques to more sustainable and innovative methods.

Lebanon still mourns for the victims of the Beirut port explosion, with justice and accountability seemingly futile. The destruction caused by the blast has left an indelible mark on the residents of Beirut, many of whom are traumatised for life.

Despite regressive legislation and ignorance, Lebanon has long held the torch for LGBTQ+ rights in the Middle East. Fostering inclusive spaces has been a key battleground in achieving equality, with Beirut's businesses the latest to embrace change.

Pride Month: Syria's LGBTQI+ groups break boundaries in the uphill battle to have their voices heard at home and abroad despite challenges, barriers, and consequences.