Three Spanish pilgrims performing the Hajj in Saudi Arabia rode on horseback to Mecca, traveling thousands of kilometers in snow and rain and along a path they said had not been trekked for more than 500 years.

A recent drone capture of Mecca, the spiritual heart of Islam, offers an unparalleled glimpse into a sacred landscape that draws millions of pilgrims annually.

Nearly two million pilgrims performed the last major ritual of Hajj, “stoning of the devil”, on Friday as Muslims around the globe celebrated

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.

Inaugurated by PM Modi on June 6, 2025, the Chenab Bridge in Jammu Kashmir is now the world's tallest railway bridge. In Mina, Saudi Arabia, pilgrims perform the symbolic stoning ritual on the third day of Hajj.

Twice a year, the Strouks ship items from the Port of Le Havre in northern France to San Pedro, a journey that takes around six weeks. It not only gives them more control over the amount they’re buying but also cuts out the need to work with a distributor or wholesaler.

As the hajj pilgrimage approaches, visitors are flocking to the ‘Museum of the Holy Quran’ in Mecca, eager to explore its rare collection of Koranic artifacts. What do ancient Egyptian mummies smell like?

Begining Wednesday, June 4 until Sunday, June 8, the devouts, braving scorching Arab summer, will immerse themselves in religious rituals and acts of worship that originated more than 1,400 years ago.