Author: Editorial Team

MINA — During every Hajj season, Saudi Arabia continues presenting an advanced global model in crowd management and serving millions of pilgrims, relying on advanced technological infrastructure and a modern organizational vision that has made the Hajj journey safer, easier, and more seamless. Among the most prominent initiatives reflecting this qualitative transformation is the Nusuk Card, which provides pilgrims with a smooth spiritual journey within an integrated digital system that contributes to organizing the journey from arrival until the completion of rituals. The card is one of the initiatives launched by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and contains the…

The weather in the UAE will be fair to partly cloudy at times, with an increase in temperatures, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Clouds are set to appear towards the eastern parts of the country. There is a chance of mist forming towards the west, with humidity peaking at night and Tuesday morning over some coastal areas. Light to moderate southeasterly-to-northwesterly winds will blow. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. On Monday, the temperature will range…

LONDON, 24th May, 2026 (WAM) — Arsenal have shattered 22 years of Premier League heartbreak to capture a historic title on an emotional final day that saw Pep Guardiola take his final, tearful bow at Manchester City. The Gunners wrapped up their historic campaign with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, finishing at the summit with 85 points. Palace ended their season in 15th place on 45 points. At the Etihad Stadium, Pep Guardiola’s final game in charge of Manchester City ended in a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa. City finished as runners-up on 78 points, while…

India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed its deadline for students to submit requests to obtain scanned copies of their evaluated answer books. The extended deadline falls on Monday, May 25, postponed from Sunday, May 24 This year’s CBSE board examination results have been marked by confusion as the new On-Screen Marking method of evaluation was adopted for the first time. It is a digital evaluation system where teachers assess scanned answer scripts on a computer screen instead of physical copies. Students have attributed their scores to this new system, and are increasingly submitting requests to check their…

MINA — The Saudi Ministry of Health called on Hajj pilgrims to follow guidance on the optimal use of sun umbrellas. It stressed the importance of taking preventive behaviors to reduce health risks from direct sun exposure while moving among the holy sites. The ministry stressed that using an umbrella reduces the likelihood of heat exhaustion, sunstroke, and dehydration. It also protects against ultraviolet rays and can lower surrounding temperatures by approximately 10 degrees Celsius. Key guidelines include attaching the umbrella to a wrist strap, storing it properly, and not discarding it after performing rituals. Source: Saudi Gazette

MINA — The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) continues its operational activities and the delivery of its services and data in Mina in preparation for the Day of Tarwiyah, the first day of the annual pilgrimage of Hajj on Monday. Temperatures on the Day of Tarwiyah are expected to reach 45 degrees Celsius, while eight stations will monitor severe weather conditions. The NCM relies on an integrated system of advanced technologies and highly qualified Saudi personnel to provide relevant authorities with meteorological data and information on potential weather phenomena through regular hourly updates, in line with international best practices in…

AJMAN, 24th May, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber has organised the “Artificial Intelligence and Its Role in Service Development – Agentic AI” forum, underscoring its commitment to supporting the Ajman Government’s AI Programme aimed at enhancing government services and improving institutional efficiency through AI technologies. The forum, held at the Fairmont Ajman, aligns with the objectives of Ajman Vision 2030, “Ajman for People”. The event was attended by Salem Al-Suwaidi, General Manager of the Chamber; Mohammed Ali Al Janahi, Executive Officer of the Member Support Services Sector; and Ali Rashid Al Kaitoub, Executive Officer of the Studies and Investment Development…

The Foreign Ministers of UAE, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar condemned the “appalling, degrading, and unacceptable” actions of extremist Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir against participants in the Gaza-bound flotilla while they were in Israeli detention. The ministers stressed that Ben-Gvir’s deliberate public humiliation of detainees is a disgraceful assault on human dignity and a clear violation of Israel’s obligations under international law, including international humanitarian law, and international human rights law. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The ministers further deplored and condemned in the strongest terms the illegal…

MADINAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has announced booking slots to visit Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah via the Nusuk application during the 2026 Hajj season. Daily visiting hours for men run from 2:00 AM until Fajr prayer, and from 11:20 AM until Isha prayer. Women’s visit time starts after Fajr prayer and ends at 11:00 AM, and after Isha prayer until 2:00 AM. On Fridays, men’s hours run from 2:00 AM until Fajr prayer, and from 9:00 AM until Isha prayer, while women’s hours run from after Fajr prayer…

MAKKAH — Al-Mashair Metro launched on Sunday its first journeys for the 2026 Hajj, serving pilgrims across nine stations linking the holy sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. Each train accommodates up to 3,000 passengers, with an operational capacity of 72,000 passengers per hour. This season’s plan targets over two million passengers across 2,000 journeys, reducing the need for more than 50,000 bus trips during the season. Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) completed maintenance and preparation works for the fleet of 17 trains ahead of the season, including upgrades to signaling, communication systems, and the control center. SAR has continued operational…