Category: GENERAL

5.5-Magnitude Quake Strikes East of Okinawa

Al-khobar: A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck at a depth of 10 kilometers in the Pacific Ocean east of Okinawa early Friday morning, resulting in no reported casualties, damage, or tsunami threat.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the earthquake occu…

Jazan Honey Exhibition Draws Massive Crowd, Boosts Local Tourism

Jazan: The Jazan Honey Exhibition, a centerpiece of this year’s festival, attracted over 40,000 visitors during its 16-day run, generating more than SAR2 million in revenue through the sale of six tons of honey.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the …

Grand Mosque’s Marble Surface Remains Cool Despite Intense Heat

Mecca: The marble of the circumambulation area, known as the Mataf, in the Grand Mosque stays cool throughout the day, despite the intense sunlight, due to a sophisticated integration of natural materials and thermal engineering.

According to Saudi…