Beirut suffers from heavy congestion and a lack of proper public transportation that causes commuters to be stuck in traffic for long periods of time and fuels CO2 emissions. The …
Lauren Holtmeier
Lauren Holtmeier
Lauren is a seasoned journalist and international affairs professional with a strong background in the Middle East. With a Master's in International Affairs and a career spanning roles at renowned media outlets and conducting research at universities and NGOs, She covered major geopolitical events and crises, interviewed multiple CEOs and government officials, and managed editorial teams including an international network of freelancers. Her in-depth research on geopolitical and economic trends have informed nuanced reporting on the region. Making complex subjects accessible is the primary goal of my reporting, which she took care to ground in the practicalities of how economic turbulence affects everyday life.
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Fintech—financial technology— is a buzzword in the entrepreneurship sphere and a fast-growing segment of the financial services industry globally and in the MENA region. In 2018, the fintech sector saw …
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Freshwater tourismSpecial Report
Despite new efforts to tackle pollution in the Litani River, challenges remain
The Litani River and its health—or lack thereof—directly impacts those Lebanese residents living near the river or buying produce irrigated by the river. The largest river in Lebanon, the Litani …
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“From trash to treasure” is the mantra often cited by upcyclers, or those who use would-be waste to create something new. Upcycling endeavors in Lebanon have multiplied in the last …
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Venezuela teeters on the brink of further deterioration from years of political and economic instability. With self-proclaimed interim president Juan Guiado on one side standing in opposition to current president …
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Carpets, cutlery, glass, soap, furniture—these traditional Lebanese crafts have a valued place in the country’s—and the region’s—history. Industrial development in the last half of the 20th century has, inevitably, affected …
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Fleeing conflict, leaving one’s home, and settling in a strange—and often unwelcoming—environment is challenging. For female refugees these challenges can be compounded, as many experience a shift in their accustomed …
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