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Phobias: Why Do We Fear So Intensely Things That May Not Harm Us?

How would you feel if you suddenly saw a spider scurrying across your living room floor? Most spiders are venomous, but only a tiny fraction pose any real danger to humans. Estimates from the Environmental Research and Education Institute suggest fewer than ten people worldwide die each year from spider bites, though accurate data on this is hard to come by.

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Hollywood Stars and Notable Arab Presence at the Venice Film Festival

August may be a relatively quiet month for Hollywood glamour, but the Venice Film Festival is preparing to kick off the busy fall festival season in striking fashion.

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Al-Nawatef in Dana: Breathtaking Nature and History Worth Documenting

Al-Nawatef in Dana: Breathtaking Nature and History Worth Documenting

Dana — Tucked away among the mountains of Dana, with their distinctive pink rock formations, springs and ancient archaeological remains, Al-Nawatef stands out as one of the notable tourism sites surrounding the Dana Biosphere Reserve.

Aug 29,2026 | Around Jordan
Aqaba Off Road Riders

Jordanian Off-Roaders Plan a Regional Road Trip and a New Desert Motorsport Destination

A tourism idea does not always start with a formal development plan. Sometimes it grows out of a hobby its founders know inside out, which is exactly how a group of young Jordanians turned their love of four-wheel-drive vehicles into a project aimed at putting Jordan's desert on the map for off-road enthusiasts.

Aug 27,2026 | All

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