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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Dying without having been to Mecca, the great fear of the elderly in Gaza

Elderly Palestinians in Gaza face the grim reality of dying without fulfilling the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca as Israeli restrictions prevent them from participating in the haj.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Saudi Arabia changed the life of a desert valley located 50 kilometers from Mecca, which receives little rain per year, using a revolutionary system

Saudi Arabia has revitalized the Albaida desert valley near Mecca by implementing a revolutionary water capture system that utilizes sudden floods, rather than traditional irrigation methods, to combat severe drought and restore the ecosystem.

Mar 18 • 08:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Škoda Kodiaq received speakers worth 1.2 million. Prague will become a mecca for audiophiles

Škoda Kodiaq introduces high-end audio systems worth 1.2 million Czech crowns, aimed at transforming Prague into a hub for audiophiles.

Mar 17 • 14:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Don’t curse our leaders in Mecca, Dingyadi begs pilgrims

Yusuf Dingyadi urges Nigerians on pilgrimage in Mecca to refrain from cursing the nation's leaders during religious observances.

Mar 17 • 00:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Asake seeks spiritual reawakening in Mecca

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Asake undertakes the Umrah pilgrimage in Mecca during Ramadan, highlighting his spiritual devotion.

Mar 15 • 00:04 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Mecca Says No

Islamist leader Roberto Hamza Piccardo urges Muslims to vote 'No' for political convenience, linking radical Islamism with the Italian left.

Mar 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Life & Tech

VIDEO: Asake struggles to touch Black Stone in Mecca

Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake was filmed struggling to reach the Black Stone during his pilgrimage in Mecca, surrounded by a large crowd of worshippers.

Mar 14 • 08:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How does Mecca look from the 'Moon' of the Clock Tower? Watch the view in a viral video

A viral video shows individuals climbing to the top of Mecca's Royal Clock Tower, giving viewers a breathtaking aerial view of the Kaaba and surrounding area.

Mar 14 • 06:58 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Is Dubai finished? A millionaire Mecca meets the harsh reality of great power politics

Dubai faces challenges as geopolitical tensions and military actions unravel its reputation as a safe haven for the wealthy.

Mar 13 • 18:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Saudi Arabia transformed a desert valley 50 kilometers from Mecca into a forest ecosystem, with rain retention canals, stone dams, and passive rainwater collection

Saudi Arabia has successfully turned the Albaida desert valley near Mecca into a thriving ecosystem using innovative water retention techniques.

Mar 12 • 00:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Potential for 100,000 hectares: corn changes the landscape of Alto Valle and there is a new mecca for cultivation

The Alto Valle of Río Negro is seeing a significant increase in corn cultivation, which has transitioned from 12,000 to 24,000 hectares in the last decade, with potential for further expansion through new irrigation areas.

Mar 6 • 18:49 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Goalkeeper Coach Bade: 'I don't believe the Iranians will send drones to Mecca'

Former Bundesliga player Alexander Bade discusses the impact of war on Arab football and expresses skepticism about drone threats to Mecca.

Mar 4 • 12:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Support for LFI, pilgrimage to Mecca... Who is Maeva Ghennam, the influencer who seeks France's help to leave Dubai

Maeva Ghennam, a French influencer known for her role in reality TV, is requesting assistance from France to leave Dubai, highlighting her changed perspective amidst escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

Mar 3 • 11:15 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Tenth of Ramadan: Mecca Between Sadness and Victory as the Israeli Army is Defeated in Sinai

The article discusses significant historical events associated with the Tenth of Ramadan, emphasizing themes of struggle, victory, and religious importance.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

He doesn't speak Arabic but has mastered the Quran: A pilgrimage reward for a Bangladeshi delivery worker in Qatar

A Bangladeshi delivery worker in Qatar received a pilgrimage to Mecca after his Quran recitation touched many on social media.

Feb 24 • 10:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jigawa pilgrims pass medical test, gear up for 2026 Hajj

The Jigawa State Hajj Welfare Board confirmed that all intending pilgrims from the state have successfully passed their medical screening in preparation for the 2026 Hajj in Mecca.

Feb 22 • 10:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Journey to Mecca and Medina is Heavy on the Pockets During Ramadan, Here's How to Save Money

Traveling to Mecca and Medina during Ramadan can be expensive; this article provides tips on how to save money during the journey.

Feb 20 • 06:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Returning to the third century AH.. A rare copy of the 'Blue Quran' at the Quran Museum in Mecca

A rare copy of the 'Blue Quran', dating back to the 3rd century AH, is on display at the Quran Museum in Mecca, highlighting the rich heritage and artistic history of the Islamic Quranic tradition.

Feb 12 • 06:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Indra will continue to support the AVE to Mecca for five more years

Indra will extend its support for the AVE high-speed line between Mecca and Medina for an additional five years, following Saudi Arabia's decision to continue Renfe's operation until 2038.

Feb 9 • 17:58 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Forbidden Coffee: 4 Times Coffee Beans Infuriated Rulers

The article explores historical instances where coffee sparked controversy and regulatory backlash across different cultures and eras.

Feb 9 • 09:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Puente announces a 2.8 billion operation for Spanish companies in Saudi Arabia and the continuation of Renfe on the Medina-Mecca line

The Spanish Transport Minister, Óscar Puente, announced a €2.8 billion operation to benefit Spanish companies in Saudi Arabia, including the extension of Renfe's role on the Medina-Mecca high-speed rail line until 2038.

Feb 8 • 15:46 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Fabric from Islam's holiest site with Jeffrey Epstein

New documents reveal that pieces of the Kaba covering have ended up with the notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, sparking outrage among Muslims on social media.

Feb 7 • 04:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Qatar, after the World Cup: with empty stadiums and full museums, seeks to be the new mecca of luxury art

Qatar is transitioning from hosting major sporting events to becoming a hub for luxury art, highlighted by the first local edition of Art Basel.

Feb 4 • 17:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Live Match of Barcelona vs Albacete in the King's Cup

Barcelona, the defending champion, is visiting Albacete at the Carlos Belmonte Stadium for the quarter-final match of the cup, starting at 23:00 Mecca time.

Feb 3 • 16:10 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Cancelled reservations, non-refundable tickets: in Lyon, the agency specialized in pilgrimage to Mecca suddenly disappears

Dogan Voyages, a Lyon-based travel agency specializing in pilgrimage trips to Mecca, abruptly ceases operations, leaving customers without refunds and facing last-minute cancellations.

Jan 14 • 06:03 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Controversial Mosque Event with SPD Member Sparks Outrage in Hamburg

A New Year's Eve celebration marking the 'Day of the Conquest of Mecca' at a Hamburg mosque has triggered significant political backlash, especially regarding the attendance of a SPD member.

Jan 5 • 17:29 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Mosque Associations Celebrate 'Conquest of Mecca' Instead of New Year's Eve - 'Key Speaker Was an Islamist'

Several mosque associations celebrated the 'Conquest of Mecca' on December 31 to discourage German Muslims from attending New Year's parties, with a notable Islamist as the main speaker.

Jan 2 • 18:11 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Instead of New Year's Eve, the "Conquest of Mecca" is celebrated - an SPD member of parliament is present

Strictly religious mosque associations celebrate events on December 31 to divert German Muslims from New Year's Eve parties, commemorating the fictitious event of the 'Conquest of Mecca,' with an SPD parliamentarian in attendance in Hamburg.

Jan 2 • 14:31 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

For most lovers of beauty, Paris is a true mecca, and the French are charming in their grumpiness

Inspiration for creativity often comes from travel, as exemplified by designer Ivan Friščić who finds Paris an ideal destination for his artistic awakening.

Dec 26 • 23:02 UTC

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