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Ramadan from around the world: Muslims celebrate with prayer, reflection, food

Millions of Muslims around the world celebrated the holy month of Ramadan, which began on April 13.During Ramadan –the ninth month of the Islamic calendar – those observing refrain from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The month is marked by prayer, reflection, charity, and community.Mecca Jerusalem Mosul Cairo Amman Manila Jakarta Karachi Read more:Ramadan: How to prevent feeling thirsty, tired while fastingMuslims mark first Ramadan Friday prayer in Saudi Arabia’s Mecca amid COVID rulesIn COVID-19's shadow, migrants find solace in Ramadan prayers and online iftars
Source: Al Arabiya
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More than seven million people in Saudi Arabia received COVID-19 vaccine: Ministry 

More than seven million people have been vaccinated against the coronavirus disease in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Health announced on Sunday.For more coronavirus news, visit our dedicated page.Over 587 vaccination centers have opened across the Kingdom to ensure all citizens and residents have easy access to the dose, according to the ministry.Free coronavirus vaccines are also available for the public in pharmacies across Saudi Arabia, the ministry said.Last month, the Kingdom announced it would be expanding its national coronavirus vaccine campaign to include a much larger segment of its population.The registered priority groups have all received their COVID-19 vaccines, which is why the ministry has now made the dose available to other groups of people.Individuals who wish to be vaccinated must first register on the official Sehhaty application.They can then book direct appointments according to the available dates and the nearest vaccination center, according to the health ministry.“This step comes as a continuation of health efforts to preserve the safety of citizens and residents and limit the spread of COVID-19 and facilitate vaccination,” the health ministry had said at the time.Read more:Immunized pilgrims perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia’s Mecca on first day of RamadanSaudi Arabia’s King Salman, Crown Prince donate total of $7.9 mln to charityMuslims mark first Ramadan Friday prayer in Saudi Arabia’s Mecca amid COVID rules
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: More than seven million people in Saudi Arabia received COVID-19 vaccine: Ministry