https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2009/02/14/stop-in-the-name-of-love/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usFri, 12 Jun 2026 21:08:55 -0400<![CDATA[It is to be sure, an unusual city for the Middle East, but the story goes that every Valentine&#8217;s Day in Beirut is like a holiday.  The event is advertised. Tables at restaurants become scarce. The travelers at some hotels might discover a complimentary gift from the management that may come in many forms, but always in pairs.]]>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 14:45:48 -0500<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2009/02/14/stop-in-the-name-of-love-n187272