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‘Illuminating Discoveries’ Exhibition Highlights Dadan’s History in AlUla
Riyadh: AlUla Governorate hosts a permanent exhibition titled ‘Illuminating Discoveries – Uncovering the Layers of Dadan’s History,’ highlighting the history of the ancient city of Dadan, capital of the Dadan and Lihyan kingdoms. The exhibition presen…
Jeddah Emerges as Sports and Tourism Hub during AFC Champions League Elite Knockouts
Jeddah: Jeddah is witnessing a tourism surge while hosting the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026 running until April 25, with strong attendance from fans across Asia.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the single-mat…
OIC Welcomes U.S. President’s Ceasefire Announcement in Lebanon
Antalya: The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump of a ceasefire in Lebanon. It commended the diplomatic efforts that led to the agreement and stressed the need f…
GEA Graduates Fifth Cohort of ‘Happiness Creators’ Employment-Linked Program in Entertainment Destination Management
Antalya: The General Entertainment Authority (GEA) celebrated the graduation of the fifth cohort of its employment-linked qualification program under the ‘Entertainment Destination Management’ track. The program is part of the Happiness Creators initi…
Hajj and Umrah Ministry Emphasizes Requirement of Official Hajj Permit
Riyadh: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stressed the importance of all pilgrims’ affairs offices and Hajj service providers to inform pilgrims of the need to obtain an official permit to perform Hajj rituals for the year 1447 AH and to adhere to the ap…
Pakistan’s First Makkah Route Initiative Flights Depart Karachi for Madinah
Karachi: The first flights of the Makkah Route Initiative departed from the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, carrying pilgrims from Jinnah International Airport in Karachi to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah, marking the sta…
Grand Mosque Expands Specialized Services for Elderly and Disabled Worshippers
Mecca: The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has expanded its specialized services for the elderly and people with disabilities at the Grand Mosque, aiming to facilitate the performance of relig…