Some of the most influential Arabic and western media were obsessed last week with a new battleground between civilizations. The "Islamic doll"- as it was called- Fullah is taking the place of the American doll Barbie in the hearts of Arab and Muslim girls. Arab fathers and mothers, as well as educators are jubilant that a doll with dark Arabic features and ethics - some Fullah dolls put veils- are... [read more]

A new worldwide competition that will make history has just began, and Jordan has a national interest there.   The ancient Nabataean City of Petra is up against 20 other world heritage sites this year in an intensive global voting competition to select the next “New Seven Wonders of the World.” The competition, organised by the Swiss-based New 7 Wonders Foundation (N7W), is the first voting... [read more]