By Mohammad Ghazal and AFP, Jordan Times AMMAN – Tuesday is the first day of Eid Al Fitr, the feast marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, according to a statement by Chief Islamic Justice Ahmad Hilayel on Monday. Although the crescent of the new lunar month of […]
By Hani Hazaimeh, JORDAN TIMES AMMAN – Families of Jordanian prisoners in Syria, journalists and activists said they will launch a campaign to pressure the government to address Syrian authorities in hopes to uncover the fate of an estimated 253 Jordanians thought to be in Syrian jails, a statement issued […]
By Khetam Malkawi, Jordan Times AMMAN – Hotels in Aqaba and at the Dead Sea are packed for the Eid Al Fitr vacation, with Jordanians and Arab Israelis topping the list of customers. Hotels in both areas reported 100 per cent occupancy rate for the August 30-September 2 holiday marking […]
Source: Jordan Times His Majesty King Abdullah’s meeting with heads of the Orthodox churches in the Middle East is a reminder to the international community and the Arab countries that Muslims and Christians in the region, and indeed elsewhere in the world, of the need for peaceful religious accommodation and […]
By Muath FreijM JORDAN TIMES AMMAN – When Mahmoud Habibah decided to learn the basics of the confectionery profession at the age of 12, he never imagined that his skills would one day lead him to open a sweets store in downtown Amman, which has become the main stop for […]
By Omar Obeidat, Jordan Times AMMAN –– Demand for food commodities during this year’s Ramadan went down sharply when compared to the same month of last year, according to food dealers. Samer Jawabreh, president of the Foodstuff Traders Association (FTA), told The Jordan Times that demand for food items during […]
AMMAN (JT) – His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday stressed that the Sharia judiciary is a major pillar to achieve justice among people and comprehensive social welfare. The King, who inaugurated the new premises of the Chief Islamic Justice Department and the Higher Institute for Sharia Judiciary yesterday, also expressed […]
AMMAN (JT) – His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday underlined Jordan’s commitment to protecting the Christian presence in the Palestinian territories and the Middle East in general. During a meeting with heads of Orthodox churches in the Middle East, King Abdullah said the Kingdom is considered a “distinguished” model for […]
By Muath Freij, JORDAN TIMES AMMAN – Amman is a city that never sleeps in Ramadan as the capital’s residents, who do not go to bed before early hours of the morning, have many options for leisure. The cool weather at night, according to fasters, has encouraged Ammanites to spend […]
By Hani Hazaimehm Jordan Times AMMAN – Hundreds of Bangladeshi workers at El Hassan Industrial Estate have been on strike since Saturday, accusing their employer of violating their rights. A delegation comprising nine workers, who are employed by the International Business Garment Manufacturing Company (IBG), on Monday sought the assistance […]
Source: The Jordan Times AMMAN (Petra) – Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh on Saturday reiterated that joining the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a win-win situation, noting that the first meeting regarding Jordan’s membership in the GCC will be held between September 10 and 15. In a seminar held by the […]
Churches and Mosques in Amman In Amman, Jordan, Churches and Mosques have co-existed together since history. As everything was and is so peaceful it was not ‘News-worthy’… But let us here in The Muslim Times report what others do not consider…
By Mohammad Ben Hussein, Jordan Times. AMMAN – The Islamist movement took to the streets in east Amman on Wednesday evening to protest against the proposed constitutional amendments, saying the changes do not meet the aspirations of Jordanians. Chanting, ”The people are the source of authorities,” dozens of protesters joined […]
ISTANBUL (Agencies) – Jordan Times. Jordan and Turkey on Wednesday called for an end to the violence in Syria and urged Damascus to implement reforms, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The call was made during a press conference following talks between Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh and his Turkish counterpart […]
By Zain Khasawneh, Jordan Times AMMAN –– Some 40 university students have decided to hit the streets during Ramadan to distribute water and dates to motorists and passers-by who are not at home at sunset – the time of iftar. The volunteers, who are part of a larger group of […]
By Khetam Malkawi, Jordan Times AMMAN – Although the total number of visitors to the Kingdom decreased by 31 per cent in July 2011 compared to same month last year, the number of Saudi tourists increased by 21 per cent, according to a Ministry of Tourism report released on Monday. […]
Following is the official translation of His Majesty King Abdullah’s remarks on the occasion of presenting the suggested constitutional amendments by the Royal Committee on Constitutional Review: Members of the Royal Committee on Constitutional Review, Ladies and gentlemen, Peace, God’s mercy and blessings be upon you, Blessed be the souls […]
AMMAN (JT) – The Royal Committee on Constitutional Review on Sunday presented the outcome of its three-month work to His Majesty King Abdullah, who said that, with this achievement, planned political reforms are expected to be in place before the end of the year. The amendments were presented during a […]
By Mohammad Ben Hussein, Jordan Times AMMAN – Political parties on Saturday condemned an attack on protesters in the southern city of Karak on Friday, accusing security forces and the government of sponsoring thugs who carried out the assaults. At least eight people were injured when a group of men […]
By Muath Freij AMMAN – The passion for making juice has been passed on from generation to generation in the Khalili family, which is well-known for preparing different flavours of juice. Ramadan Khalili, owner of the Ramadan Khalili shop in downtown Amman, said his family never abandoned the juice-making profession […]