Sam Brennan

Sam Brennan is a Beirut-based freelance journalist who writes on culture, technology and politics. On Twitter: @samkbren

Lebanon | Feb 23, 2020

Art, culture victims of Lebanon's economic crisis

Lebanon’s cultural organizations, which have long been regional models, struggle to keep their heads above water as economic and political crises deepen.

Lebanon | Jan 29, 2020

Lebanon lags behind regional countries in gas sector

Important planned developments in Lebanon’s oil and gas sector were postponed this month, adding to delays in the industry.

People inspect maps of Lebanon during the third Lebanon International Oil and Gas Summit in Beirut, Lebanon May 9, 2017. REUTERS/ REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir - RC1AB4C7DE10

Lebanon | Dec 18, 2019

Lebanese migrant workers celebrate despite turmoil

A celebration of solidarity and resilience held for migrant workers in Beirut, amid economic crisis and political turmoil.

Lebanon | Dec 13, 2019

Lebanon’s real estate sector crumbles along with dreams

As Lebanon’s economic crisis devastates the housing sector, homeowners are faced with increasing payments and debt tied to the dollar and rising interest rates.

Cranes are seen at a construction site at Beirut's central district in Lebanon January 4, 2017. Picture taken January 4, 2017. REUTERS/Jamal Saidi - RC193BCFC300

Lebanon | Dec 6, 2019

Protests expose archaic Lebanese legal system, give lawyers hope for change

As protests continue in Lebanon, a group of lawyers is working to help detainees and push for the enforcement of laws protecting freedom of expression, association and assembly.

Lebanon | Nov 23, 2019

Why some members of Lebanon's diaspora returned for Independence Day

Following a speech by President Aoun in which he was interpreted as having encouraged demonstrators to leave the country, some members of Lebanon’s diaspora returned home for Independence Day on Nov. 22 to join in the protests.

Lebanon | Nov 18, 2019

Queen of Lebanese hip-hop raps on revolution

Veteran Middle Eastern hip-hop artist Malikah's new release at the height of the Lebanese protests marks a shift in her music and views on Lebanon.

Lebanon | Nov 15, 2019

Lebanese photographers put protests under camera lens

An exhibition held at the center of the protests in Beirut has introduced photography to the streets and has challenged artists to adapt to the revolutionary moment.