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Saudi Gazette
22-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Over 755,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) announced that a total of 755,344 pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 1446H through the Kingdom's air, land, and sea entry points as of Wednesday, May 21, 2025. According to the directorate, 725,297 pilgrims arrived via airports, 27,225 through land crossings, and 2,822 pilgrims entered by sea. Jawazat affirmed that all resources have been mobilized to facilitate the arrival procedures for pilgrims. It has deployed qualified multilingual staff and cutting-edge technical equipment at all international entry points to ensure smooth and efficient processing. This year, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman will host 1,000 pilgrims from the families of martyrs, prisoners, and the wounded among the Palestinian people at his own expense to perform Hajj. This is part of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, being implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance. The Saudi authorities have completed all the foolproof and flawless arrangements to enable the pilgrims to perform their rituals in ease and comforts. Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal made on Tuesday a comprehensive inspection tour to assess the Kingdom's operational readiness for Hajj 2025, reviewing projects and systems aimed at ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of pilgrims. On his part, Hajj Minister Tawfiq Al-Rabiah inspected on Tuesday a number of new projects implemented by Kidana Development Company to improve and develop the environment of the holy sites. These included a new emergency hospital in Mina with a capacity of 200 beds, 71 emergency centers along the pedestrian paths in the holy sites, and shading and cooling the squares surrounding the Namirah Mosque. Minister of Transport and Logistics Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser launched on Monday a number of innovative initiatives for the Hajj Season of 2025, with the aim of enhancing the comfort of pilgrims at the holy sites. The inauguration included the expansion of the Flexible Rubber Roads and Road Cooling Initiatives, in addition to two new initiatives: planting trees and improving the environment on flexible rubber roads, and a path serving people with disabilities. The eastern squares of the Jamarat facility, where Hajj pilgrims will perform the stoning ritual, in Mina witnessed the installation of 200 mist fans to cool the air during the Hajj season.
National Post
06-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
New Jersey Custodian Sweeps the 2025 Cintas Custodian of the Year Contest
Article content Article content CINCINNATI — Congratulations to the 12 th annual Cintas Custodian of the Year contest winner, Dan Davis from Deerfield Elementary School in Short Hills, New Jersey. After thousands of votes were submitted, Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has crowned Dan Davis as the 2025 grand prize winner. Dan was honored today with a surprise ceremony by students, teachers, staff and his family and was presented with a $10,000 check from Cintas. Article content 'Too often, the hard work of custodians goes unnoticed, yet they're the unsung heroes of our facilities, keeping them clean and safe,' said Emily Ramos, Director of Marketing at Cintas. 'Dan is a valued member of his community and a role model for students. It was an honor to help celebrate his well-deserved recognition.' Article content Dan exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond as a school custodian. He arrives each day with a smile and positive attitude, creating a welcoming atmosphere throughout the school. His commitment is evident in how he keeps the school clean and organized, and how quickly and willingly he responds to unexpected challenges. The entire community values his reliability, attention to detail, and uplifting presence. When a staff member broke their foot, Dan didn't hesitate to lend a hand, going out of his way to help them in and out of their car. He's also a familiar and friendly face during drop-off and pick-up, always offering students a bright smile, an enthusiastic hello or a fist bump that starts their day on the right note. Article content 'Custodians play a vital role in maintaining a safe, healthy school environment where children can learn and thrive,' said John Barrett, Executive Director of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association. 'For over 100 years, ISSA has been committed to advancing the cleaning industry. The training opportunities we're providing to this year's finalists will help them build on their skills and open the door to future leadership roles.' Article content In addition to the $10,000 cash prize, Dan will receive $5,000 in Cintas and Rubbermaid Commercial Products and services for his school. His school also receives a comprehensive facility assessment, valued at $20,000, in partnership with the ISSA Global Consulting Network. Cintas will also award the winning school a pizza party for all staff and students. Dan, along with the two other top three finalists, will receive an all-expense-paid trip for two to the ISSA Show North America in Las Vegas in November, where they'll be celebrated for their accomplishments. Article content 'Dan Davis is extremely deserving of this title, and we are honored to be a part of recognizing his hard work,' added Robert Posthauer, SVP & GM, Rubbermaid Commercial Products. Article content Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers' facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday ®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor's 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index. Article content About ISSA: Article content With more than 10,500 members – including distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associated service members – ISSA is the world's leading trade association for the cleaning industry. The association is committed to changing the way the world views cleaning by providing its members with the business tools they need to promote cleaning as an investment in human health, the environment, and an improved bottom line. Headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., USA, the association has regional offices in Milan, Italy; Toronto, Canada; Sydney, Australia; Seoul, South Korea; and Shanghai, China. For more information about ISSA, visit or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
Leaders
21-03-2025
- General
- Leaders
Islamic Affairs Ministry Gives 500 Iftar Meals to Islamic Univ. in Malaysia
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance, via the Religious Attaché at the Saudi Embassy, provided 500 Iftar meals at the International Islamic University Malaysia, benefiting students from various academic fields. So far, the cumulative number of meals distributed has reached 5,500. This year, the ministry is implementing the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Iftar Program during Ramadan across multiple countries worldwide, reflecting its commitment to supporting communities during the holy month. Related Topics : Ramadan Generosity: Nearly 11M Iftar Meals Served at the Two Holy Mosques Historic Effort: 4.9M Iftar Meals Served at Holy Mosques in Ramadan's First Week Ramadan 2025: Saudi Arabia Issues New Rules for Iftar at Prophet's Mosque Saudi Islamic Affairs Min. Distributes Dates, Qur'an in Indonesia Short link :
