Michael Karam Archive
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Jan 14, 2010
The January blues have been cruelly compounded by the daily wailing of a pneumatic drill. Read Article Develop first, then patch up later in Lebanon's boom
Feb 11, 2010
Cigars, and the notion of sophistication that follows their blue, pungent haze, could have been made for the shamelessly ostentatious and image-conscious Lebanese. Read Article In Beirut, something for the weekend that really smokes
Mar 03, 2010
I want to tell you all how much I love the new branch of HSBC that has opened at the top of my street in the East Beirut neighbourhood of Ashrafieh. Read Article Lebanese banking: cigarettes, scary men and cold cash
Mar 17, 2010
Only Lebanon, a country rife with rumours of war fuelled by the rattling of regional sabres, could pull off topping the list of the World Travel and Tourism Council's annual research report. Read Article Lebanese tourism - just do nothing and they will come
Apr 28, 2010
There is a frisson of fear amid Lebanese entrepreneurs' optimism. They know that business can disappear in an instant. Read Article The darling of the travel press that flatters to deceive
May 12, 2010
It's funny how separate events can become connected. Read Article Weaving the past into lessons for Lebanon's future
May 26, 2010
Having a foreign passport is generally quite an asset. Indeed a man's eligibility can soar once it is learned that he has such a passport, as can his employment opportunities. It is, if you like, an economic tool of sorts. Read Article Most Lebanese crave a passport to future success
Jul 07, 2010
Beirut must fully exit the valley of the atrocious when it comes to advertising. Read Article Creativity in ads is where you find it, even if it's Albania
Sep 15, 2010
Despair turns to joy as newly bought gadget works at last. Read Article Salesman rescues Magic Mouse for my flashier Mac
Sep 30, 2010
The funny relationship the Lebanese have with property creates a development paradox. Read Article Outrage builds against razing of Beirut's heritage
