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What Does the Introduction of Paid Services on Meta’s Apps Mean?

Global technology company Meta plans to roll out and test paid subscription services on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp over the coming months, according to a report by the BBC.

Jan 29,2026 | Technology

WhatsApp Introduces “Lockdown Mode” to Protect Users from Hacking

Meta has rolled out a new feature in WhatsApp aimed at strengthening security for users at high risk of digital threats. The feature, called Strict Account Settings, targets journalists, public figures, and others who may face advanced cyberattacks, including spyware.

Jan 29,2026 | Technology
 
 
Opinion & Analysis

By Ahmad M. Awad

Waiting for a More Unjust and Authoritarian World Order A Preliminary Middle Eastern Strategic Reading

One does not need much imagination to realize that the world we have known over the past three decades will not return. Not merely because the “international balance” has changed, but because the very idea of order itself has changed, from a system that claimed the existence of shared rules, interests, and values, to a scene in which power imposes the rules and then changes them whenever it wishes.

Jan 25,2026| Opinion

By Khalid Dalal

The Inspiring Journey of Michael Sayegh

In a world where true success stories are often few and far between, the tale of Michael Sayegh stands tall as a beacon of inspiration. A true champion of industry, a devoted family man, and a philanthropist at heart, his journey is a testament to the power of vision, values, and unwavering determination.

Jan 25,2026| Analysis
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Scorpions sting (telson) preserved in Jordanian Amber (Early Cretaceous, ~140 million years ago)

Scorpions sting (telson) preserved in Jordanian Amber (Early Cretaceous, ~140 million years ago)

Scorpion remains have been documented in Jordanian amber dating to the Early Cretaceous (~140 million years ago). The findings include an isolated scorpion sting (telson) preserved in amber, followed by the discovery of a nearly complete scorpion specimen, which is considered exceptional due to the relatively large size of scorpions compared to typical amber inclusions.

Jan 24,2026 | Around Jordan
Jordan hosts launch of international equine-guided training tour

Jordan hosts launch of international equine-guided training tour

Amman -- Jordan hosted the opening leg of an international series of equine-guided workshops and retreats in December 2025, organisers said, as the H.E.A.R.T World Tour 2026 prepares to continue with stops in several countries.

Jan 21,2026 | Around Jordan

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