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Arab News
17 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Arab News
Hajj 2025: Muslims ‘stone the devil' as pilgrimage nears end
More than 1.6 million Muslims were performing the last major ritual of the Hajj – the 'stoning of the devil' – on Friday, throwing seven stones at each of three concrete walls symbolizing the devil in the Mina valley, on the outskirts of the holy city of Makkah. The ritual commemorates Abraham's stoning of the devil at the three spots where it is said Satan tried to dissuade him from obeying God's order to sacrifice his son. CLICK: For our coverage of this year's Hajj
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Freddy Brazier told 'go home' as he sparks huge concern with family issues post
Fans of Freddy Brazier have been left 'heartbroken' after the 20-year-old shared a concerning post in which he opened up on a number of 'things he hates' including his 'family issues' Fans of Freddy Brazier are expressing concern for the 20-year-old following an emotional social media update. The youngest son of TV presenter Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody recently shared an worrying TikTok about all a "whole load of things" he hates. In the TikTok, Freddy - who is said to be living with his maternal grandmother amid a strained relationship with dad Jeff - wrote over an image of himself and Jackiey Budden, Jade's mother, with things he hates. Included in the list, Freddy wrote "my relationship with weed", "step parents", "I don't know how to love because I've never felt loved" and "my family issues". "Ah man this is gona be sad to watch," one TikTok user wrote underneath Freddie's post. "Go home son, this is not what mum wanted for u sweetheart," another suggested as a third wrote: "Sending you love Fred! Watched you in race across the world & you're such a decent lad with so much potential." Freddy's sad post comes amid claims dad Jeff is waging a legal battle with Jade's mum in an effort to 'protect' his 20-year-old son. Over the weekend, Freddy cheekily posted a TikTok with Jackiey revelling in the sun at her South London garden - seemingly confirming reports Freddy has moved out of Jeff's in favour of living with his nan. It looks like Freddy has a strained relationship with his big brother too, skipping Bobby's 22nd birthday festivities on Monday. According to The Sun, the party felt an air of "sadness" after Freddy's absence, where Bobby is said to have spent time with Jeff and stepmum Kate instead. A insider revealed: "Bobby celebrated his birthday with dad Jeff and step mum Kate over the weekend. It was a really nice family occasion, but everyone really missed Freddie." Freddy was just four-years-old when his mother Jade died of cervical cancer in 2009. In the wake of Jade's death, Jeff threw himself into raising Freddy and Bobby and doing all he could to give his boys a stable childhood after suffering such a trauma. Sadly, Jeff has publicly acknowledged seeing less of Freddy, as disclosed during their stint on Celebrity Race Across the World last year. However, things have worsened over recent months and insiders have claimed Jeff has failed in his attempt to keep Freddy away from Jackiey. According to the Mail on Sunday, Freddy is now living with Jade's mum in her Bermondsey abode. "They had a great time together, playing with her dog and catching up at her flat – where he has often stayed over the years," a source said. "Whatever Jeff hoped to achieve with his legal efforts, it hasn't worked." Speaking last month, Jeff hinted at mental tolls as he discussed the build-up before filming the latest season of Pilgrimage on BBC Two. He joined six other celebrities from diverse faiths and belief systems on a journey through the Austrian and Swiss Alps, culminating at Einsiedeln Abbey – a pilgrimage site for over a thousand years. "Life had been challenging leading up to it, so I felt like it came at a beautiful time," he admitted. "On my community mental health walks, I try to be the person that holds onto whatever people want to share, whereas I saw the pilgrimage as an opportunity for me to actually be the person that benefited equally as much as anybody else. "I was lucky that I was in a group of people that were kind enough to hear that, to validate it, and to help me in the way that I asked to be helped."
Saudi Press
3 days ago
- General
- Saudi Press
Pilgrims from 100 Nations Welcomed in Makkah Under Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Hajj Program
Pilgrims from 100 Nations Welcomed in Makkah Under Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Hajj Program 3 hours ago Mecca Voice reader
Arab News
4 days ago
- General
- Arab News
Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry expands digital outreach with daily religious programming during Hajj season
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has intensified its digital broadcasting output throughout the current Hajj season, delivering comprehensive religious programming to serve pilgrims and global Muslim audiences via its official YouTube channel. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the ministry's digital strategy features four daily lectures in three distinct programs: 'Barnamaj Dahawi' (Religious Program), 'Khayr Al-Ayyam' (Best of Days) and the fourth iteration of 'Hajj Talk,' with broadcasts continuing through 13/12/1446 AH (June 9, 2025). 'Religious Program' episodes are broadcast twice daily at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., while 'Best of Days' airs at 4 p.m. The flagship 'Hajj Talk' program concludes the daily schedule at 6 p.m. This systematic approach shows the ministry's commitment to harnessing contemporary digital platforms, aligning with technological progress while amplifying the reach and impact of Islamic messaging. The live streaming format enables real-time engagement with audiences domestic and international audiences. The daily programming addresses themes relevant to the pilgrimage season, including detailed explanations of Hajj purposes and legal rulings, the spiritual significance of righteous deeds during the days of Dhul-Hijjah, and proper conduct during sacred rituals. 'Hajj Talk' distinguishes itself by focusing on prophetic values, delivered through modern presentation methods while extracting practical guidance from the Prophet Mohammed's pilgrimage example. According to SPA, digital media forms the cornerstone of the ministry's contemporary outreach strategy, supporting its broader mission to promote religious moderation and ensure universal access to authentic Islamic content. It allows pilgrims and viewers worldwide to access religious guidance regardless of location or time constraints.
Arab News
27-05-2025
- General
- Arab News
Dhul Hijjah crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: The crescent moon for the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, during which the annual Hajj pilgrimage takes place, has been sighted, the Supreme Court announced on Tuesday. This means that the pilgrimage — which all healthy and wealthy Muslims are required to undertake once in a lifetime — will start on June 4 with the pilgrims gathering in the Tent City of Mina. The day of Arafah will fall on June 5. Muslims who are not performing the pilgrimage this year will celebrate Eid Al-Adha on June 6. The Supreme Court urged Muslims across the Kingdom to look out for the crescent moon on Tuesday — Dhu Al-Qa'dah 29 — and report any sightings as soon as possible to their nearest court. The Kingdom has announced a weeklong Eid holiday for both public and private sector workers.
