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The Effect of Eating Onions on Heart Health

Onions are vegetables that belong to the allium family and are closely related to garlic and leeks. The average person consumes about 9 kilograms of this pungent, versatile food each year, eating it raw, cooked, pickled, or ground.

10 h ago | Good Food

How Long Can You Safely Take “Immune-Friendly” Zinc?

Zinc is often promoted as an “immune-friendly” mineral, especially during cold season. Indeed, it supports wound healing, taste perception, and immune function. But the key questions are how, how much, and for how long—because the method and duration of intake can make the difference between real benefits and unexpected side effects.

10 h ago | Health
 
 
Opinion & Analysis

By Dr . Abbas Haddadin

A Flower Preserved in Jordanian Amber – 140 Million Years Old

This rare specimen documents a flower preserved in Jordanian amber dating back approximately 140 million years to the Early Cretaceous period.

Feb 03,2026| Analysis

By Mohammad Hawari

Detroit: When Cities Are Left to Stand Alone

Detroit’s story is not as distant as it may appear. Once the beating heart of the global industrial economy, the American city now offers a stark human lesson about what happens when urban centers are governed by cold numbers—and when people are removed from the equations of profit and loss.

Feb 02,2026| Analysis
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Families Flock to Bireen Forests Amid Spring-Like Weather

Families Flock to Bireen Forests Amid Spring-Like Weather

Bireen forests in Zarqa Governorate have witnessed significant visits from families and nature enthusiasts seeking a natural retreat, enjoying mild weather and scenic landscapes adorned with ancient oak trees, coinciding with the early onset of spring and the weekend.

Feb 07,2026 | Around Jordan
Active Outings in Al-Koura District Driven by Natural Beauty

Active Outings in Al-Koura District Driven by Natural Beauty

During the weekend, Al-Koura District in western Irbid Governorate witnessed significant activity from visitors and nature enthusiasts, as recreational movement increased across plains, valleys, and forests. Forested areas, natural reserves, and roadsides were crowded with visitors seeking the springtime outdoors.

Feb 07,2026 | Around Jordan

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