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January 21, 2025

Fact Check: Famous Cat Imam Walid Mehsas is Alive

Claims about the death of Imam Sheikh Walid Mehsas are false. The Algerian imam is alive and well. The confusion stemmed from the recent passing of Sheikh Abdullah Kamel, a respected Egyptian scholar.

bySamira Yusuf

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January 20, 2025

Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Sets February 14 Deadline for Hajj 2025 Services Contracts

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah called on all Hajj Affairs Offices to meet the requirements and deadlines to ensure smooth preparations for this year’s pilgrimage.

byWarda Shahid

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January 15, 2025

Turkish Author Iskender Pala’s Daughter-in-Law Converts to Islam

The event symbolized a harmonious blending of cultures and faiths, celebrating Saito’s spiritual milestone while reflecting the warmth and inclusivity of the Islamic tradition.

byWarda Shahid

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January 15, 2025

Makkah Taxi Service Launched To Serve Pilgrims 24/7

Saudi Arabia’s new Makkah Taxi service, launched on January 13, 2025, aims to enhance transportation in Makkah with 24/7 availability, 47 designated pickup points, and plans for a fleet of 1,800 taxis by the year’s end, offering a smoother experience for residents and pilgrims.

bySamira Yusuf

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January 15, 2025

Hajj 2025: Pilgrims To Face Extreme Heat

Saudi Arabia is stepping up preparations for Hajj 2025 with expanded cooling infrastructure, heat-relief stations, and stricter crowd management to mitigate risks following the record-breaking heat and fatalities during Hajj 2024.

byMaisah

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January 14, 2025

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Introduces OMR 8 Entry Fee

The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Oman has introduced an OMR 8 entry fee for tourists starting February 2025, aiming to enhance visitor services, manage increasing footfall, and preserve the site’s sanctity.

bySamira Yusuf

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January 14, 2025

Guide of the Two Holy Mosques, Sheikh Mustafa Al-Dabbagh, Passes Away

Sheikh Mustafa Al-Dabbagh, a beloved guide at the Sacred Mosques in Makkah and Madinah, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of selfless service and dedication to the pilgrims. May Allah grant him mercy and forgiveness.

byWarda Shahid

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January 8, 2025

Snow, Flood and Ice Warnings Issued Across UK In Muslim Majority Areas

Severe weather warnings for snow, ice, and floods affect large parts of the UK, prompting safety alerts.

bySamira Yusuf

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January 8, 2025

Tourists Mocking Woman in Burqa in Dubai Arrested

Dubai police arrested Western tourists for mocking and filming a burqa-clad woman without consent, violating UAE laws and public decency standards.

byMaisah

People Walking Beside the Rocky Mountain jabal rahma

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January 7, 2025

Pakistani Women Will Require Husband or Parents Permission To Perform Hajj 2025

Pakistani Religious Affairs Ministry released a statement on Tuesday.

byRukhsar Rehman

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January 7, 2025

Red Alert Issued In Makkah and Medina Due To Thunderstorm and Floods

Intense rainstorms and flash floods have plunged parts of Saudi Arabia into chaos, transforming streets into rivers and causing widespread disruption across the holy cities of Makkah and Medina.

byWarda Shahid