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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
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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
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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 ministry has issued guidelines saying that it requires the teams accompanying pilgrims to comply with
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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
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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
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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
Read MoreSaudi 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
Read MoreSaudi 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
Read MoreJeddah 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
Read MoreFirst group of Sri Lankan Muslims begin Hajj journey
Nearly 180 Sri Lankan Hajj pilgrims left for Saudi Arabia on Monday night, but not before thanking the Kingdom for the comprehensive facilities offered to them. Mohamed Hashim Mohamed Haleem, Sri Lanka’s minister of postal services and
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