The Adhan, the Islamic call to prayer, holds immense importance in observing prayer timings. It is recited by the muezzin ...

Mecca Township celebrates local fishing innovation The Erie Dearie fishing lure was invented by Captain Dan Galbincea, the owner of Causeway Sportshop in Mecca Township in the 1960's.

Why is Mecca considered Islam’s holiest city? Mount Arafat, a rocky hill southeast of Mecca, is of great significance in Islam. Arafat is where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have given his last ...

Skaters are kickflipping with joy. A massive section of public space under the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge has reopened after 15 years.

The annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca commences amidst a history of tragic incidents, including stampedes, attacks, and fires. Last year, over 1,300 pilgrims died due to extreme heat. This year ...

Millions of Muslims around the world celebrate Eid as the annual pilgrimage of Hajj reaches its end. Among the 2 million worshippers is one of CNN’s producers, Kareem El Damanhoury, who is ...

Video. Muslims from across the world are gathering in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the Hajj — a sacred pilgrimage and one of Islam’s five pillars.

Mecca Brands, Australia’s largest cosmetics retailer, which has ambitions to build the world’s most beloved beauty destination, has reported a 25 per cent rise in revenues to $1.2 billion ...

Australia’s biggest beauty business Mecca has reported record annual revenue of $1.2bn in 2023, elevating it to the ranks of the market’s billion-dollar turnover businesses.

We answer this question and explain the new Hajj rules in this explainer. Why 2.7 lakh Muslims were stopped from entering Mecca for Hajj Saudi authorities have blocked nearly 2.7 lakh people from ...

Saudi Arabia has barred nearly 270,000 people from entering Mecca to mitigate overcrowding and safety risks ahead of Hajj 2025.

Saudi Arabia blocked nearly 270,000 Muslims from entering Mecca for Hajj to manage crowds and ensure safety. Unauthorized access was a key factor in last year's fatalities.