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Prince Ali To Stand for FIFA Presidency in 2016

  September 9, 2015 at 10:10 pm by

Surrounded by his family and senior government officials, Jordan’s Prince Ali bin Al Hussein announced on Wednesday that he will run for the presidency of FIFA for a second time, running against current President, Michel Platini. The Prince expressed his decision duuring a press conference held in Amman today and said, “I was the only person who dared to challenge Blatter, I ran because I believe that FIFA needs change.” He added “This … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s Crown Prince Opens Global Forum on Youth, Peace and Security

  August 22, 2015 at 5:16 am by

Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah of Jordan launched on Friday the Global Forum on Youth, Peace and Security, which takes place between 21-22 August 2015 at King’s Academy school in Madaba. The Crown Prince addressed the audience at the opening session of the forum and said that youth are a strategic asset and the real wealth. He added, “Jordan will work through its membership in the United Nations Security … Continue reading →

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Princess Rahma of Jordan Turns 46

  August 13, 2015 at 10:00 pm by

Princess Rahma, the daughter of Prince Hassan bin Talal and Princess Sarvath El Hassan, turns 46 today. She was born on August 13, 1969 in Amman, Jordan. Princess Rahma, cousin of King Abdullah, graduated from the Sherborne School for Girls in England and went to complete her BA and Masters at Cambridge University. Princess Rahma works with the El Hassan Youth Award, President of the Jordan Gymnastics Federation and presidency of the Young … Continue reading →

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Official Website Launched For The Crown Prince of Jordan

  June 28, 2015 at 4:20 pm by

To mark his 21st birthday, the Crown Prince of Jordan, Hussein Bin Abdullah II, has launched his own official website. The website is www.alhussein.jo and is available in Arabic and English. The website will be updated with the Crown Prince’s activities, speeches, videos and pictures.

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Jordan’s Crown Prince Turns 21

  June 28, 2015 at 1:30 am by

Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah of Jordan turns 21 today. Born on June 28, 1994 born in Amman, he is the eldest child of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania. Prince Hussein graduated from high school in Amman and is currently studying political science at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Prince Hussein is also a first lieutenant in the Jordanian Armed Forces. He was granted the title of Crown Prince … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s Crown Prince Visits Cochlear Implant Patients

  June 25, 2015 at 4:03 am by

HRH the Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah visited the cochlear surgery department at King Hussein Medical Centre. During his visit, he checked on patients who received cochlear implants and was briefed on the procedure and recovery. His visit came part of the Prince Hussein’s initiative “Hearing Without Borders”. The “Hearing Without Borders” initiative was launched by HRH the Crown Prince in 2014. The initiative is to support children of all … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s King And Queen Hold Iftar Banquets

  June 21, 2015 at 4:49 pm by

His Majesty King Abdullah II held an iftar banquet for senior civic and military officials at the King Hussein Youth City. His Majesty along with the attendees and senior members of the royal family attended the prayers together. Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah hosted an iftar banquet at Raghadan Palace for women who are representatives and work in different sectors.

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Princess Haya Receives the Longines Ladies Award

  June 16, 2015 at 8:08 am by

HRH Princess Haya bint Al Hussein received on Monday the 2015 Longines Ladies Award in recognition of “her understanding elegance as a competitor, a woman and a leader working tireless for the good of the equestrian sports.” The Princess, who was a former Olympic showjumper and a two-term President of the FEI, gave thanks to all women who have helped her along the way. View image | gettyimages.com The ceremony … Continue reading →

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Baby Boy for Prince Hashem and Princess Fahdah of Jordan

  June 15, 2015 at 11:50 pm by

Prince Hashem bin Al Hussein of Jordan and his wife Princess Fahdah welcomed on Monday a baby boy named Al Hussein Haidara bin Hashem. The birth of the new prince was announced through an official statement released by the Royal Hashemite Court this evening. Baby Prince Al Hussein Haidara is the couples’s forth child following his three elder sisters, Princesses Halat Al Noor, Raiyat Al Noor and Fatima A Alia. Prince … Continue reading →

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Dubai’s Ruler and Wife Princess Haya At Epsom Derby

  June 6, 2015 at 9:00 pm by

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Princess Haya bint Al Hussein and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai attended the Epsom Downs Derby today. On the sideline of the race, Sheikh Mohammed, Princess Haya and Sheikh Hamdan met with Queen Elizabeth II. They talked about the horse races, Queen Elizabeth praised … Continue reading →

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Prince Ali Running For FIFA Presidency Again

  June 4, 2015 at 6:11 am by

Prince Ali of Jordan has started an inquest into if it would be possible for him to take over the FIFA Presidency without going through the elections again. This comes after Sepp Blatter won the last elections and stepped down four days later. The Jordanian Football Association Vice President, Salah Sabra, said “We started legal inquiries to find out the possibility of Prince Ali becoming FIFA president based on the fact that … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Attend King Abdullah II Fund For Development’s Ceremony

  June 3, 2015 at 1:30 pm by

His Majesty King Abdullah II and Her Majesty Queen Rania attended the King Abdullah II Fund for Development ceremony. The event which is held annually comes under the title “Active Citizens, Creative and Qualified for the Job Market.” During the ceremony, King Abdullah and Queen Rania watched a small film that briefed them on the projects that the fund supports. After the event, Queen Rania toured the sideline exhibition. During … Continue reading →

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Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein Pulls Out Of FIFA Presidential Race

  May 29, 2015 at 2:37 pm by

Prince Ali Bin al Hussein of Jordan has pulled out of the FIFA presidential race during the second round of voting which was held today at the FIFA’s 65th congress in Zurich. This means that chief Sepp Blatter will serve a fifth term by default. Sepp Blatter received 133 votes to Prince Ali’s 73 of the 206 votes casted. Prince Ali failed to win the two-third majority, he withdrew and addressed … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s Royals Celebrate 69th Independence Anniversary

  May 25, 2015 at 9:36 pm by

The Royal Family of Jordan gathered this Monday to attended the official celebration marking Jordan’s 69th Independence Day which took place at the royal palaces in Amman. The cremony was patronized by King Abdullah II, who was joined by his wife, Queen Rania, and their children, Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Salma. It was also attended by Princess Muna, Prince Faisal bin Al Hussein and his wife Princess Zeina, along with number of Jordanian princes … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s King Abdullah II Opens the World Economic Forum

  May 22, 2015 at 3:57 pm by

Accompanied by his wife Queen Rania and their eldest son, Crown Prince Hussein, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan opened on Friday the World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa at the Dead Sea, 22 May 2015. The King addressed the audience during the opening session and said that Jordan has a track record of surmounting challenges. “It is a sign of ongoing strength. This is also the message of … Continue reading →

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Queen Rania of Jordan Opens An Art Exhibition

  May 18, 2015 at 2:00 pm by

Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah opened the “Hussein Madi in Amman” art exhibition which is being held at the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts in Amman, Jordan. The exhibition showcases 115 artworks donated to the Gallery by the artist, Hussein Madi. Queen Rania along with Princess Ghida Talal, Her Princess Rajwa bint Ali and Princess Wijdan bint Fawaz were given a tour by the artist himself.The exhibition features … Continue reading →

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Kings Felipe and Abdullah Attend Charlemagne Prize Ceremony

  May 14, 2015 at 5:29 pm by

Spanish King Felipe VI and Jordanian King Abdullah II were both present today in Aachen, Germany for the annual awarding of the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen. The two Kings attended the ceremony at the Aachen City Hall where the President of the European Parliament, Martin Schultz, was awarded the prize which is presented to individuals who have worked hard “in the service of European unification.” View image | gettyimages.com In his acceptance … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Launch Jordan 2025 Blueprint

  May 12, 2015 at 2:54 am by

His Majesty King Abdullah and Her Majesty Queen Rania attended the launch of “Jordan 2025”, which is a 10-year blueprint for economic and social development. During the ceremony, King Abdullah received a copy of the blueprint from Prime Minister Abdullah Ensour. Their Majesties also watched a short film on stages of the 10 year plan and how the outcome will benefit Jordan in 2025, the film also included brief policies … Continue reading →

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Happy 64th Birthday Princess Basma bint Talal

  May 11, 2015 at 2:05 am by

Princess Basma bint Talal of Jordan turns 64 years old today. Born on May 11, 1951 in Amman, Princess Basma is the only daughter of King Talal and Queen Zein al-Sharaf Talal. She is King Hussein of Jordan’s sister and aunt to the current King, Abdullah II. Princess Basma studied in Amman before finishing high school in England, she then attended Oxford University where she studied Modern Languages. In 2001, … Continue reading →

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Queen Rania Shares A Sweet Video On Instagram

  May 1, 2015 at 4:14 am by

On April 30, Her Majesty Queen Rania shared a video with her instagram followers of Her Majesty and Prince Hashem welcoming King Abdullah II home. King Abdullah was on a 9 day working visit to Indonesia, United States and Canada. The black and white video shows Queen Rania and Prince Hashem watching King Abdullah’s motorcade arrive. King Abdullah gives his waiting wife a kiss and a hug. Queen Rania captioned … Continue reading →

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