Climate & Health: A new analysis warns global heating has “fundamentally altered” Mecca’s climate, shrinking the “safe” part of the year for Hajj and raising heat-exhaustion and heat-stroke risks even in May. Holy Sites Infrastructure: Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) awarded six development sites under its Developed Districts Program, covering 2.7+ million sq m with $3.5bn in investments aimed at upgrading urban services and sustainable growth. Urban Waste & Services: Reports highlight Saudi efforts to keep holy sites clean during the Hajj rush, including large-scale waste processing and inspection activity. Maritime & Environment Link: Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority raised the national flag on two vessels at Ras Tanura and Jeddah, signaling expansion of the national maritime fleet—an angle that matters for cleaner shipping oversight. Coastal Carbon Research (Global): Scientists tracked how seaweed rafts off Greenland can move carbon into deep ocean waters, adding detail to how natural ecosystems may help slow warming. Tourism & Renewables: Red Sea Global welcomed Four Seasons Resort and Residences on Shura Island, operating on renewable energy and aligned with regenerative tourism goals.