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Recurrent building collapses are often linked to the use of poor-quality materials and improper construction practices. This includes defective designs, faulty construction, and the employment ...

"I am overjoyed. I couldn't believe I would finally see the Holy Kaaba with my own eyes," he said, referring to the cube-shaped structure housed in the Grand Mosque, Islam's most sacred site ...

TRENT (19A: Nine Inch Nails singer Reznor) Nine Inch Nails is a rock band formed in Cleveland, Ohio in 1988. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (which is located in Cleveland ...

Jakarta. The Indonesian Consulate General in Jeddah has confirmed the detention of three Indonesian nationals by Saudi ...

He is involved in a survey of derelict buildings on the island, some of which belong to the Government. “Government has to lead the way and be a good example for everyone else to follow,” he said.

With nearly half of its buildings without power, Springfield Public Schools has canceled classes for Wednesday, April 30. Stephen Hall, chief communications officer, said the families of many ...

Australian Muslims will be beginning their journey to take part in the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi ...

ROME (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz is the clear favorite for the French Open. Top-ranked Jannik Sinner is back from his doping ban, though, and building himself back up to full strength day by day.

It’s no surprise that Mecca tops the list. This sacred city is where it all begins-home to the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram, the holiest site in Islam. Every year, millions of pilgrims gather here ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Blighted buildings will be torn down, shuttles will take visitors nonstop from the airport to the Galleria and the airport will have a designated area added just to help ...