RIYADH — The Ministry of Health announced that the 2026 Hajj season was entirely free of epidemic outbreaks or public health threats, confirming that the health of the pilgrims remained stable and reassuring. This announcement follows official declarations of the overall success of the Hajj season across all organizational levels. Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel said that this milestone reflects the deep care the Kingdom’s leadership bestows upon the health and safety of the pilgrims, showcasing the readiness of the health system and its seamless integration with other government agencies. He emphasized that Saudi Arabia recognizes its global responsibility to…
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MINA — Hajj pilgrims, who stayed back in Mina on Friday night to perform the stoning ritual for the fourth consecutive day, threw pebbles at three Jamarat on Saturday afternoon. They hurled seven pebbles each, first at Jamarat Al-Sugra, then at Jamarat Al-Wusta, and finally at Jamarat Al-Aqaba in a calm and peaceful atmosphere inside the sprawling Jamarat Complex manned by a contingent of security forces, health workers and volunteers. The Jamarat facility experienced a smooth flow of crowds, driven by sophisticated crowd management and rigorous field scheduling. Integrated medical teams, security forces, and navigational guides were stationed across all…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, represented by the Holy Makkah Municipality, has announced the successful execution of its operational plan for the 2026 Hajj season. The plan was undertaken by a specialized workforce of over 22,000 personnel and supported by 3,000 pieces of equipment and machinery operating around the clock across Makkah and the holy sites. Ministry spokesperson Mohammed Al Rasasimah said that specialized teams conducted over 38,000 inspection visits to catering kitchens and food establishments in Makkah and the holy sites, testing more than 5,000 food samples through field and fixed laboratories. Zero cases of food…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is preparing to launch a major urban cooling project in Riyadh aimed at reducing temperatures on roads, walls and other urban surfaces by up to 15 degrees Celsius, according to a report by Al Eqtisadiah. The project, expected to begin implementation next year, is designed to address the urban heat island effect, a phenomenon that causes cities to experience significantly higher temperatures than surrounding areas due to dense infrastructure and heat-absorbing materials. According to sources cited by Al Eqtisadiah, the initiative aims to reduce surface temperatures by between 8°C and 15°C. The project is still awaiting…
With the ongoing regional instability, economic uncertainty and complex cross-border family structures, legal specialists in the UAE are calling on residents to compile a comprehensive “legacy folder”. They said this will function as a single place to store important personal, financial, and legal documents to prevent administrative chaos for grieving families. The folder, which goes beyond a traditional will, aims to solve what practitioners describe as the single biggest problem following a death — families not knowing where the money is. Samara Iqbal, Founder of Aramas International Lawyers, said the most common problems in the event of the unexpected death…
Doctors in the UAE are urging motorists with diabetes to never ignore signs of low blood sugar while driving, warning that even mild episodes can affect concentration, reaction time and decision-making behind the wheel. The warning comes after Abu Dhabi Police recently advised drivers, particularly those with diabetes, against getting behind the wheel during episodes of low blood sugar, known medically as hypoglycaemia, highlighting the risks it poses to road safety. Doctors explained that the brain is among the first organs affected when blood sugar levels fall below normal, as it relies heavily on glucose for energy. Stay up to…
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RIYADH — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah presented the document outlining the initial arrangements for Hajj affairs offices in preparation for the 2027 Hajj season. Speaking at the annual closing ceremony organized by the ministry in Makkah, the minister announced a series of new initiatives, including the introduction of a comprehensive package encompassing services at the holy sites, as well as accommodation in Makkah and Madinah, with transportation and catering services made mandatory throughout the pilgrims’ stay. Al-Rabiah also highlighted enhancements to the Hajj packages, including the cancellation of Package “D” and the restructuring of the packages…
SINGAPORE — Defense ministers from the UK, Australia and the US on Saturday announced a joint partnership to develop and deploy “cutting-edge” underwater drone technologies as part of a push to boost maritime security. The announcement, which came during a security conference in Singapore, is part of a trilateral military alliance between the nations known as Aukus. The alliance began in 2021 and is intended to offer deeper integration of defence-related technology and science as well as increased information sharing. The uncrewed undersea vehicle (UUV) technology is expected to be ready by next year. While the project’s total cost was…
UAE expressed its solidarity with Afghanistan following a truck accident in the east of the country that resulted in deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the UAE’s deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to the families of the victims and to the people of Afghanistan during this tragic time, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Truck accident in Afghanistan A truck overturned in eastern Afghanistan on Saturday, killing at least 20 people on board including 12 children, a provincial official told…