(RNS) — The black, gold-embroidered cloth that shrouds Islam’s holiest site in Saudi Arabia is a revered artifact that carries spiritual meaning for Muslims worldwide. (RNS) — Convicted sex offender ...

Newly released files include emails detailing a shipment of sacred cloth from the Kaaba in Mecca to the United States, arranged through contacts linked to the United Arab Emirates and delivered to ...

The 714,566 hectare site comprises two distinct parts: the dormant volcanic Pinacate Shield of black and red lava flows and desert pavements to the east, and, in the west, the Gran Altar Desert with ...

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TOKYO -- Japan's Nitto Boseki aims to offer an upgraded version of its in-demand glass fiber cloth as early as 2028, improving resistance to heat-related warping for increasingly powerful artificial ...