Maghie Ghali

Lebanon

Beirut-based journalist | Ex reporter @DailyStarLeb | Freelance reporter for @TheNationalNews, @AlArabiya_Eng, @AJEnglish and more | Sushi Enthusiast

Articles

7 Middle Eastern Artists You Should Know, Fresh from Vima Art Fair

1 week ago | admiddleeast.com | Maghie Ghali

Vima Art Fair held its first edition May 15–18 on the sparkling coast of Limassol, bringing together a host of Middle Eastern artists and galleries united by the Mediterranean – including Beirut’s Marfa’ Projects, Takeover and Galerie Tanit, and Dubai’s The Third Line and Nika Project Space – showcasing a range of talent.
Lebanese Architect Galal Mahmoud’s Latest Hotel Is Not Your Average Greek Getaway

1 week ago | admiddleeast.com | Maghie Ghali

Perched on a hill in Mykonos, with endless sea views and the Cycladic Islands arrayed below, the recently launched Myconian Deos Hotel, designed by Lebanese architect Galal Mahmoud, celebrates local heritage and culture with a modern twist. Seamlessly integrating traditional Greek architectural elements with modern luxury, the white-walled hotel unfolds like a continuation of a Cycladic village, creating an immersive experience in harmony with the charming structures already on the island.
Cyprus puts spotlight on Arab artists at first Vima Art Fair

2 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | Maghie Ghali

Palestinian artist Majd Abdel Hamid was one of many regional creatives invited to showcase their works in Cyprus. Photo: Vima Art Fair
Lebanon Pavilion at Venice Biennale starts petition to ban white phosphorus in warfare

3 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | Maghie Ghali

Images exhibited in the Lebanon Pavilion at Venice Biennale document the destruction caused by weapons that use white phosphorous. Photo: Green SouthernersThe material is highly toxic and can start uncontrollable fires, say activists who are using the event as a platform for change
11 Best Lebanese Interior Designers To Follow Right Now

1 month ago | admiddleeast.com | Maghie Ghali

Having made an art form out of contemporary and traditional styles, these are the best Lebanese interior designers you need to know. Lebanon, a country where rich history and vibrant culture converge, has long been a fertile ground for exceptional design talent. Its interior designers are known for their sophisticated aesthetic, often blending global trends with regional influences, crafting spaces that are multi-layered, timeless and constantly pushing the boundaries of design.
The best hotels in Beirut

1 month ago | cntravellerme.com | Maghie Ghali

The best hotels in Beirut range from sprawling coastal resorts to design-led, boutique guesthouses. While the Lebanese capital has faced much turbulence in recent years, bringing with it the closure of some hotels and guesthouses, many have remained resilient, much like the city itself. From Golden Age stalwarts to colourful suites in restored Roman villas, the city's best rooms share its endless charm.
Beihouse, Beirut’s New Members’ Club, Glamorously Revives a Trio of Ottoman-Era Townhouses in Gemmayzeh

1 month ago | admiddleeast.com | Maghie Ghali

Hidden away in the Lebanese capital’s historic Gemmayzeh neighbourhood Beihouse, Beirut’s new members’ club, is a culmination of everything that epitomises Lebanon – incredible cuisine, stunning heritage architecture, design excellence and vibrant culture.
Lebanon Pavilion at Venice Biennale highlights environmental damage of Israeli invasion

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | Maghie Ghali

Exhibition opening next month at the architecture fair will make the case for regeneration after war
Art Week Riyadh 2025: 5 Highlights From Its First-Ever Edition

1 month ago | admiddleeast.com | Maghie Ghali

The first edition of Art Week Riyadh (April 6-13) was a city-wide celebration of Saudi Arabia’s growing art scene, bringing together both local and international galleries, specially curated exhibitions, activations, open studios, workshops and talks. Lisson Gallery at Art Week Riyadh 2025, ‘At The Edge’, Galleries Curated Selection.
Photographer Mahtab Hussain Explores Islamic Culture in the UK in a Birmingham Exhibition Titled ‘What Did You Want To See?’

1 month ago | admiddleeast.com | Maghie Ghali

Birmingham’s Ikon gallery is this month presenting a solo exhibition by British artist and photographer Mahtab Hussain, which seeks to document and explore the UK’s multifaceted Islamic community, at a time when surveillance, censorship, marginalisation and stereotyping are rife.