Jordan: News

31 Oct 2024

Europe

What's 'captagon,' potent drug fueling conflict, crimes across Middle East

The captagon drug trade in the Middle East has evolved into a multibillion-dollar industry, affecting regional stability, the Wall Street Journal reported.

26 Oct 2024

Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel strikes Iran: How did the West, Arab countries react 

The United States and the United Kingdom have urged Iran to refrain from retaliating after Israel's airstrikes on Iranian military targets.

05 Oct 2024

Abu Dhabi

Emirates bans pagers, walkie-talkies on all its flights

Emirates has issued a travel update prohibiting passengers from carrying pagers and walkie-talkies on all flights to, from, or via Dubai.

04 Oct 2024

Hamas

Yazidi woman rescued after decade-long captivity by Hamas

A 21-year-old Yazidi woman, Fawzia Amin Sido, who was kidnapped at the tender age of 11 by ISIS terrorists and subsequently held captive by Hamas for 10 years, has been rescued.

03 Oct 2024

British Airways

Middle East flights suspended amid Israel-Iran conflict; what next 

Flights over the Middle East had to be canceled on October 1 following a missile attack by Iran against Israel.

02 Oct 2024

Bahrain

More flights suspended amid Middle East tension; check which airlines 

Several major airlines have extended their suspension of flights to and from Israel and Lebanon due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.

22 Sep 2024

Hamas

Israeli soldiers raid Al Jazeera's West Bank office, order closure 

Israeli forces raided the Al Jazeera office in the occupied West Bank on Sunday and issued a 45-day closure order.

26 Aug 2024

Anubhav Sinha

Anubhav Sinha admits he 'wasn't interested' in making 'IC 814'

After a gap of 27 years, award-winning filmmaker Anubhav Sinha is making a comeback to the small screen with the Netflix series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack.

Can Iran-Israel conflict start World War-III? Ex-Israeli intelligence official comments 

The Middle East is teetering on the brink of a major war following the assassinations of Hamas's chief, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran and other terror officials.

06 Jul 2024

Deepika Padukone

Imtiaz Ali is unsatisfied with 'Tamasha's ending; offers alternative narrative

Acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali recently amused audiences at The Indian Express's Expresso event with his humorous speculations about the current lives of his popular characters from his acclaimed movies.

17 Apr 2024

Travel And Tourism

Explore the best of Wadi Rum, Jordan with these recommendations

Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, offers a breathtaking desert landscape in Jordan that is unlike any other place on Earth.

Israel under fire as Iran launches 200 missiles and drones 

Iran has launched a barrage of drones and cruise missiles at Israel, marking the first direct assault by the Islamic Republic on the country.

10 Mar 2024

Jerusalem

Tension grips Jerusalem ahead of Ramzan as Gaza war rages 

Renewed tension has gripped the holy city of Jerusalem just days ahead of Ramzan as concerns arise over Al-Aqsa Mosque, a sacred site for both Muslims and Jews, amid the Israel-Hamas war.

Hamas tunnel found under UN agency Gaza headquarters, says Israel

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Saturday claimed to have found a Hamas tunnel beneath the Gaza City base of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), per Reuters.

Explainer: How will UNRWA funding cuts impact Gaza

At least nine countries, including the United States (US), the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, and Canada, have halted funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).

18 Oct 2023

Lebanon

Pro-Palestine protests erupt in West Asia following Gaza hospital strike

Pro-Palestine protests have erupted across West Asia following a recent airstrike on a hospital in Gaza.

18 May 2023

Research

These 8,000-year-old stone engravings may be the world's oldest 'blueprints'

Scientists have come across stone engravings of ancient megastructures in Jordan and Saudi Arabia that may be the world's oldest "blueprints."

05 May 2023

Travel And Tourism

Your ultimate 7-day adventure guide to Jordan's top attractions

Discover the top attractions in Jordan with our ultimate seven-day adventure guide.

04 May 2023

Travel And Tourism

Avoid these tourist mistakes when traveling to Jordan

Heading to Jordan for a vacation? Hold up, there are certain things you must know before you go.

20 Sep 2022

Travel And Tourism

Jordan on your itinerary? Consider booking these 5 unique hotels

Often called the "Oasis of Stability," Jordan is known for its stunning landscapes, ancient archaeological sites, beautiful art, and delicious cuisine.

13 Sep 2022

Travel And Tourism

5 things to take back home from your Jordan trip

Located in Southeast Asia, Jordan is a middle eastern country that is popularly known for its ancient architecture, desert adventures, spectacular holy sites, and the famous Red Sea.

07 Feb 2022

Brazil

Exploring the New Seven Wonders of the World

The New Seven Wonders of the World was a campaign launched in 2000 to select seven wonders from 200 existing monuments.

30 Dec 2020

Hollywood

Michael B Jordan to direct and act in 'Creed 3'

The Creed franchise is gearing up for a third outing with the "Sexiest Man Alive" donning double hats.

22 May 2020

Kerala

Stranded for two months, actor Prithviraj returns from Jordan

Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, along with a 57-member cast and crew of his upcoming movie Aadujeevitham, has returned to India.

24 Jan 2020

Batman

#ComicBytes: Green Lantern facts which were not shown in films

In brightest day, in blackest night, the Green Lantern Corps have protected the universe since ages.

20 Aug 2019

India

Love learning about world history? Visit these five places

The world has witnessed countless dynasties come and go, innumerable wars, and many rulers.

20 Jul 2019

Iran

Five must-visit countries in the Middle East

International travel doesn't just mean packing bags and heading to the Europe.

Writer, who lost book deal over a tweet, sues publisher

About a month after her book deal was canceled as she shamed a Black Metro worker on Twitter, Jordanian-American journalist and writer Natasha Tynes is suing her publisher, Rare Bird Lit. Inc.

08 Dec 2018

Hollywood

Santa Barbara festival to honor Michael B Jordan aka Killmonger

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival will be honoring Michael B Jordan with its Cinema Vanguard Award for his work in Black Panther and Creed II.

12 Sep 2018

India

#NoCountryForWomen? US travel-blogger was stalked, sexually harassed on India trip

Imagine you are on a dream trip to India but before you leave the country you remain trapped inside a hotel room. The reason? Perverted staff members of the hotel you are lodged at.

01 Mar 2018

India

Jordan's King: Fight against terror isn't war on any religion

Jordan's King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, who is on a three-day visit to India, spoke on the topic "Islamic heritage; Promoting Understanding and Moderation" at Vigyan Bhavan in Delhi.

24 Feb 2018

India

India lose to Jordan in FIBA World Cup qualifiers

Indian basketball team put up a spirited fight before losing 88-102 to higher-ranked Jordan in the Asian qualifiers for the 2019 FIBA World Cup at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.

10 Feb 2018

Narendra Modi

Modi conferred the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine

Narendra Modi is the first-ever Indian PM to visit Palestine. Considering this and his commitment to improving India-Palestine relations, President Abbas conferred the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine on him.

22 Nov 2017

X

British embassy in Jordan appoints ex-rescue cat as 'chief mouser'

The British embassy in Jordan has recently appointed 'Lawrence of Abdoun,' a fluffy black-and-white tom, as its chief mouser.