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Kiswa of Kaaba raised in preparation for Hajj

The lower part of Kaaba’s Kiswa, the black cloth draped around the holy shrine, was raised 3 meters in preparation for the new Hajj season and was replaced with white cloth instead, Reasah Al-Harmain said on Friday. The procedure is done

First group of Sudanese pilgrims arrives in Jeddah

Saudi Arabia has welcomed the first group of Sudanese Hajj pilgrims to arrive in the Kingdom by sea. The president of the Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI), Saad bin Abdul Aziz Al-Khalb, and other dock officials greeted 1,633 pilgrims as they

Saudis warned against using FaceApp

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has warned people against using the viral face-transforming mobile application FaceApp, citing the software’s use of personal information. The app allows users to upload photos of their faces and

Hajj pilgrim medical teams follow Health Ministry guidelines

Medical missions accompanying Hajj pilgrims from overseas countries are following Ministry of Health guidelines, according to officials. The

Princess Reema meets US treasury chief Steven Mnuchin

Newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to the United States Princess Reema bint Bandar met with US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to discuss

Qur’an, Adhan competitions attract over 21,000 global entries

More than 21,000 people from 162 countries have so far applied to take part in two prestigious Saudi-organized religious competitions. Launched

King Salman invites Indonesian centenarian to perform Hajj

King Salman has invited an Indonesian man, who is reportedly 140 years old, and his family to perform Hajj, the Saudi embassy in Jakarta said on Wednesday. The centenarian sent his appeal to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in a

Saudi Arabia to distribute 8 million copies of the Holy Qur’an to Hajj pilgrims

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has started preparations for its Hajj season book distribution program. The ministry will provide pilgrims with books concerning the rituals upon entry to the Kingdom, as well as the Holy

Saudi youths construct historic market for Souq Okaz

A group of Saudi youths has helped to build a giant market for the latest session of Souq Okaz, one of the most famous historical attractions of its kind in the Arabian Peninsula. A total of 67 young men and women took part in the construction of

Jeddah Season displays city’s rich heritage

Jeddah’s Al-Balad district has been hosting Jeddah Season since the start of June, enchanting visitors with its journey into the rich heritage, art and culture of the city. The season continues to entertain visitors with exceptional