Two Thousand Media Professionals Cover Hajj Season 2024

The media delegations praised the services provided by the Ministry of Media at the media hub - SPA
The media delegations praised the services provided by the Ministry of Media at the media hub - SPA
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Two Thousand Media Professionals Cover Hajj Season 2024

The media delegations praised the services provided by the Ministry of Media at the media hub - SPA
The media delegations praised the services provided by the Ministry of Media at the media hub - SPA

Two thousand media professionals from local and international media outlets from 150 countries are covering Hajj season for this year, SPA reported.
They deploying digital technology and advanced equipment provided by the Hajj Media Hub in Makkah, which will stay open for visitors until the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, which corresponds to June 16, 2024.
The media delegations praised the services provided by the Ministry of Media at the media hub, which give access to details regarding the Hajj season and provided insights into the efforts of the government entities involved in Hajj that ensure a safe and smooth experience for pilgrims.
They also commended the dynamism and spirit of competitivity at the hub, fostered by the presence of so many media outlets covering the Hajj season.
It includes a major media operations room, a media center, facilities for live television broadcasting, and various multipurpose pavilions.



Volkswagen to Recall over 271,000 SUVs for Airbag Defects

VW logo badge is seen on display at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, US, January 16, 2018. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
VW logo badge is seen on display at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, US, January 16, 2018. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
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Volkswagen to Recall over 271,000 SUVs for Airbag Defects

VW logo badge is seen on display at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, US, January 16, 2018. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
VW logo badge is seen on display at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, US, January 16, 2018. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst

Volkswagen is recalling more than 271,000 SUVs in the US because the front passenger air bag may not inflate in a crash.

The recall covers certain Atlas SUVs from the 2021 through 2024 model years, and some 2020 through 2024 Atlas Cross Sport SUVs, The AP reported.

VW says in documents posted Wednesday by US safety regulators that wiring under the front passenger seat can develop a fault. If that happens, it could deactivate the sensor that determines if a passenger is on board, disabling the air bag and increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

If a fault happens, drivers would get a warning sound and an error message on the instrument panel. VW says in documents that owners should avoid use of the front passenger seat if possible until the recall repairs have been made.

Dealers will replace the sensor mat and wiring harness at no cost to owners, who are expected to get letters starting Aug. 16.

VW said it has 1,730 warranty claims that could be related to the problem.