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Saudi officers streamlining Hajj pilgrim immigration via Fast Track at Soekarno-Hatta Airport.

Fast track Hajj speeds up immigration for pilgrims at Soekarno-Hatta Airport

April 25, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

Saudi immigration officers checked documents for pilgrims from flight group five of Jakarta Pondok Gede embarkation using Fast Track Hajj Makkah Route at Terminal 2F of Soekarno-Hatta Airport on April 25, 2026. The service streamlines document checks before departure for efficiency. Minister of Hajj and Umrah Mochamad Irfan Yusuf reported 25,271 pilgrims from 65 batches have departed for Madinah.

Gamers protest EA buyout and microtransactions outside headquarters

A group of gamers and activists gathered outside Electronic Arts headquarters in Redwood City on May 11 to voice opposition to the company's recent layoffs, microtransactions, and a planned $55 billion acquisition by Saudi Arabia.

Egypt’s Hajj medical mission delivers 987 services, reports stable pilgrim health on May 9

May 10, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population announced that its Hajj medical mission has now delivered 987 healthcare services to Egyptian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. No infectious disease outbreaks have been reported.

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Saudi fines illegal hajj pilgrims Rp 91 million as Indonesia starts embarkations

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Deputy Hajj minister explains 'war ticket' Hajj without queues

Asia

Saudi government issues no furoda hajj visas this year

Pegula and Keys react to reports of WTA Finals leaving Saudi Arabia

Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys offered measured responses to reports that the WTA Finals will not renew its contract with Saudi Arabia after 2026. Pegula said she had heard some details but noted no firm plans exist yet. Keys praised Charlotte as a potential host city.

Geopolitical tensions nearly derail EA's Saudi buyout

March 30, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Bankers financing Electronic Arts' leveraged buyout by Saudi Arabia and others raced to sell billions in debt amid U.S. threats against Iran. JPMorgan managed to offload the financing just in time, as President Trump considered military action. EA executives pitched AI's benefits to wary investors during the process.

Saudi firm acquires 5% stake in Capcom

Electronic Gaming Development Company, linked to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, has purchased 5.03% of Capcom shares. This adds to a previous 5% stake held by the PIF since 2022, bringing total Saudi ownership to over 10%. The move is described as pure investment amid Capcom's recent successes.

King Salman World Chess Cup to transform Saudi tourism

February 28, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The King Salman World Chess Cup is scheduled for Riyadh on February 28, 2026. This event aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global hub for intellectual sports and international competition. It is expected to significantly boost tourism in the region.

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