Mecca's Grand Mosque

Saudi inquiry into Mecca crane fall

Saudi Arabia has begun an investigation after a crane collapsed in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, killing 107 people.

87 killed, 184 hurt as crane crashes into Mecca's Grand Mosque

A massive construction crane crashes into Mecca's Grand Mosque in stormy weather Friday, killing 87 people and injuring 184, Saudi authorities say, less than a fortnight before the hajj pilgrimage starts.

Why do thousands want to show off Mecca on a chat app?

Saudis are asking Snapchat to host this live coverage on the 27th day of Ramadan (13 July this year) as it is believed to be one of the more blessed nights of the month.

September 12, 2015
September 12, 2015

Saudi inquiry into Mecca crane fall

Saudi Arabia has begun an investigation after a crane collapsed in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, killing 107 people.

September 11, 2015
September 11, 2015

87 killed, 184 hurt as crane crashes into Mecca's Grand Mosque

A massive construction crane crashes into Mecca's Grand Mosque in stormy weather Friday, killing 87 people and injuring 184, Saudi authorities say, less than a fortnight before the hajj pilgrimage starts.

July 11, 2015
July 11, 2015

Why do thousands want to show off Mecca on a chat app?

Saudis are asking Snapchat to host this live coverage on the 27th day of Ramadan (13 July this year) as it is believed to be one of the more blessed nights of the month.

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