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Italy
La Repubblica
National & Local
Goodbye Commodore, the legendary hotel of Beirut is retiring
The Commodore Hotel, an iconic refuge for foreign reporters during the Lebanese civil war, is closing after 83 years.
Feb 11 • 06:00 UTC
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Korea
Hankyoreh (KR)
World
The Old Woman of Beirut and the Gay Novelist Translating Sad Memories
The article discusses the connections between notable Lebanese authors and the impact of civil war on their lives and works, particularly highlighting the experiences of those who fled to other countries.
Feb 5 • 20:08 UTC
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Germany
taz
World
Hotel in Beirut closes: Refuge for reporters in war
The Commodore Hotel in Beirut, a significant refuge for foreign journalists during the Lebanese Civil War, has closed amidst declining tourism in the region.
Jan 15 • 14:50 UTC