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Israel Shells Southern Lebanese Towns Overnight

Beirut: Several towns in southern Lebanon came under Israeli artillery shelling on Wednesday evening, with a number of homes targeted, a Lebanese security source reported. The source told Petra’s correspondent in Beirut that the shelling was particula…

Army Seizes Narcotics-Laden Projectiles Launched from Syria

Beirut: The Northern Military Region on Wednesday thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotics on its northern fronts and within its area of responsibility. Two projectiles loaded with narcotics were launched from Syrian territory toward Jordanian land. F…

21-Karat Gold Price Stands at JD 84 in Local Market

Amman: The selling price of a gram of 21-karat gold, the most sought-after by consumers in the local market, stood at JD 84 at jewelry shops on Wednesday, compared to JD 80.90 for purchases.

According to Jordan News Agency, the morning bulletin issue…

Initiative to Empower 120 Orphans Through Sports Launched

Amman: Minister of Social Development Wafa Bani Mustafa and Secretary General of Jordan Football Federation (JFF) Samar Nassar on Tuesday signed a cooperation agreement aimed at developing life skills for orphans and children without family support re…

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Power Demand Climbs to 4,220 MW Amid Soaring Summer Temperatures

Amman: The electricity demand continued to rise with the summer heat, as the National Electric Power Company (NEPCO) reported that the Kingdom’s peak load reached 4,220 megawatts (MW) on Tuesday.

According to Jordan News Agency, the company said the …