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Discover Makkah portal
Middle East Tourism

Makkah Launches New Digital Platform to Help Pilgrims Plan and Navigate City; How To Use, Which Services You Can Avail: A Quick Guide

Royal Commission Makkah City and Holy Sites has officially released a groundbreaking Discover Makkah portal, an all-inclusive online platform designed to dramatically transform the experiences

remote instruction framework Jordan radio education
Middle East Life style

How Jordan’s Radio Education Project Reached 160,000 Students This Morning – How to Access

The national ministry was able to roll out a large-scale daily broadcast today so that youth in all governorates will be able to listen to

Cairo border tariffs 2026
Middle East Tourism

Egypt Travel Update: New $30 Visa Fee Starts Today – Best Ways to Pay and Avoid Airport Queues

The foreign gateway to the Land of the Pharaohs has revised its entry procedures. Following the latest regulatory changes in 2026, the cost of international

Hajj leave Saudi private sector 2026
Middle East News Tourism

Hajj 2026: New 15-Day Paid Leave Rules for Saudi Private Sector Workers – Full Eligibility Guide

With the approaching holy season, it is essential to know your professional entitlements. The Kingdom makes sure that the professionals will be able to do

midday break rule UAE
Middle East News

UAE Officially Enters ‘Heat Season’: Here’s Everything You Need To Know!

The United Arab Emirates has entered its famous “heat season” because summer months have begun. The weather conditions have made it mandatory for people to

Egypt summer hours 2026
Middle East Tourism

Cairo is Open Late Again! Egypt Officially Moves to Summer Hours Today

The active streets of the Egyptian capital will become more energetic because of upcoming events. The government has implemented new Egypt summer hours 2026 which

Egypt hospital dress code niqab debate
Middle East News

Security vs. Tradition: Understanding the New Hospital Dress Code Debate in Egypt

In the wake of a tragic security failure at a hospital in Cairo, Egypt’s national debate on patient safety and privacy has hit a fever

Abha jacaranda season 2026
Middle East Tourism

Abha in Bloom: How to Reach Jacaranda Season in Asir Highlands (2026 Guide)

Each spring the Kingdom’s southern mountains become an enchanting purple tapestry. An expedition to see this spectacle is emerging as the KSA high altitude nature

Dubai student wellness policies
Middle East News

KHDA School Update 2026: When UAE Outdoor Activities Resume

In the last few weeks, the authorities have officially announced a return to physical education classes and outdoor play. The move is a crucial milestone

Makkah entry fine 2026
Middle East Tourism

Fines for Entering Makkah Without Permit 2026: Saudi Arabia’s New Penalties Explained

With the most hectic period of the year for the annual pilgrimage underway, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has issued new regulations for illegal entry