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MAKKAH — The Makkah Region Police arrested an Egyptian resident for committing fraud by posting on social media fake and misleading advertisements for entry permits for holy sites as well as for Hajj services. The suspect was referred to the Public Prosecution after completing the necessary legal procedures.The General Directorate of Public Security called on citizens and expatriates to adhere to Hajj regulations and guidelines. It urged them to report about violators by calling over the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Riyadh, Madinah, and the Eastern Province, or 999 in other regions of the Kingdom. Source: Saudi Gazette
In preparation for Hajj season 1447 AH, and to ensure the safety of pilgrims and enable them to perform their rituals in security, ease, and peace, the Ministry of Interior announces the penalties to be imposed on violators of the regulations requiring a permit to perform Hajj, as follows: First: A fine of up to SAR (20,000) shall be imposed on: 1- Any individual found performing or attempting to perform Hajj without a permit. 2- Any holder of any type of visit visa who enters, attempts to enter, or remains in the city of Makkah or the Holy Sites, from…
ORA Developers is expanding its UAE presence through the acquisition of an additional 4.8 million sqm of land from Modon Holding in Ghantoot, bringing its total development footprint in the UAE to 9.6 million sqm. The expanded masterplan is expected to drive a total project investment of AED 30 billion upon full development, marking another important milestone in ORA Developers Group’s continued growth across the markets in which it operates. Strategically located between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with direct access to Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road, the development offers seamless connectivity across both emirates. This expansion reflects ORA Developers Group’s…
JEDDAH — The meeting of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs (CEDA), held via video conference, reviewed a series of comprehensive reports concerning the national economy, the progress of Saudi Vision 2030, and the performance of public entities. The Council discussed the monthly report from the Ministry of Economy and Planning, which detailed updates on the global economy and growth prospects amidst regional geopolitical tensions. The report analyzed the impact of these events on major and emerging economies, the Gulf economy, and global supply chains. It also highlighted the exceptional resilience of the Saudi economy, attributing this success to…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia announced on Thursday granting a financial support amounting to $8 billion to boost Pakistan’s economic stability. This is in line with the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. Saudi Arabia has continued its support to enhance Pakistan’s economic stability by extending the term of an existing $5 billion deposit at the State Bank of Pakistan and announcing an additional deposit of $3 billion, the Saudi Press Agency reported. This reflects the strong ties and ongoing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. This assistance…
In times of sustained uncertainty, it is entirely human to feel unsettled, anxious, or unlike yourself. The constant shifts, the loss of predictability, and the sense that familiar structures are no longer fully reliable can create a persistent unease. Some people notice waves of fear, while others feel restless or heightened. These responses are not signs of dysfunction. They are your nervous system adapting. From a neurological perspective, when the brain perceives unpredictability as a potential threat, stress systems become more active. This can lead to heightened alertness, difficulty relaxing, and fluctuating emotional states. At times, this state can sharpen…
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met in Jeddah yesterday with President of the European Council António Costa. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the strategic partnership between the Kingdom and the EU and discussed the latest regional developments and their security and economic implications at the international level, as well as the coordination of efforts in this regard to enhance security and stability. The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah; Minister of State, Member of the Cabinet, and National Security Advisor…
Meta Platforms recently expanded its existing partnership with Broadcom to jointly develop multiple generations of custom AI chips. The aforementioned chips are designed to power AI across the social media giant’s wide portfolio of apps and services. Meta explained it will work with Broadcom on chip design, advanced packaging and networking to build out the “massive computing foundation” needed to deliver real-time AI experiences to billions of people. It has committed to an initial deployment of 1 gigawatt of Meta Training and Inference Accelerators (MTIA), with plans to deploy multiple gigawatts of chips in the future, based on Broadcom technology.…
Burj Al Arab has never been a hotel that does things halfway, not when it first rose out of an artificial island in the late 1990s, and not now, as it prepares to disappear behind hoardings for an 18-month restoration that will take it offline for the first time in its history. The project will be led by French interior architect Tristan Auer, known for his sensitive work on Paris landmarks like the Hôtel de Crillon. Officially, the brief is to refresh the interiors, enhance performance and prepare the hotel for the future of luxury, while keeping its intrinsic essence…
RIYADH — The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has announced plans to construct a tunnel and 4 elevated bridges at the intersection of Thumama Road and Uthman ibn Affan Road. As part of the RCRC’s Road Axes Development Program and the Thumamah–Othman bin Affan intersection development project —falling within the Ring Roads and Major Axes Development Program — this initiative aims to enhance traffic flow and improve connectivity efficiency between the main roads. The four main bridges, totaling 2,000 meters in length, are intended to ensure seamless connectivity between the directions without traffic. As for the main tunnel —…