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Cooler days could finally be on the way 🍂, Riyadh Police respond after a concerning video circulates online 🚨, and Environmental Security steps in over 47 sharks being sold in Jubail. 🦈 Plus, more stories making headlines today! 👀

Here’s what’s making headlines! 🌟👇🏼

LOVIN NEWS

🚨 Riyadh Police Take Action After Child Harm Video Circulates Online

• The incident surfaced online: Footage documenting harm involving a child circulated on social media and came to the attention of authorities.

• Riyadh Police responded: Riyadh Region Police took action after monitoring the footage.

• Multiple authorities coordinated: The response involved the Public Prosecution and the Family Protection Center at the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

• Legal action has been taken: Authorities confirmed that the appropriate legal procedures have been carried out in connection with the incident.

💡 Summary:

Riyadh Region Police responded after footage showing an incident involving harm to a child circulated online. The case was handled in coordination with the Public Prosecution and Family Protection Center, with authorities confirming that legal measures have been taken.

LOVIN NEWS

☀️ Saudi’s Intense Summer Heat Could Finally Be On Its Way Out

• Cooler weather is getting closer: Saudi astronomer and meteorologist Dr. Khaled Al-Zaaq says the intense summer temperatures should begin easing over the coming weeks.

• Below 40°C in around 10 days: Temperatures are expected to start dropping below the 40°C mark, a welcome change after months of peak summer heat.

• Evenings should cool down next: In roughly 20 days, temperatures towards the end of the day are expected to feel noticeably cooler.

• October could bring a bigger shift: Al-Zaaq pointed to around October 10 for the arrival of cooler winds, signalling the seasonal transition away from the hottest weather.

💡 Summary:

Saudi Arabia isn’t quite at sweater weather yet, but the worst of the summer heat could finally be on its way out. Temperatures are expected to dip below 40°C first, followed by cooler evenings and winds as the Kingdom moves further into autumn.

LOVIN COMMUNITY

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The first-ever Lovin’ Riyadh Awards are live! Celebrating the people, places and homegrown names shaping the capital.

All the nominees are in, and your votes decide the winners.

• 🌟 Voting has officially been extended until October 5! 🗓️

• 🗳️ The public vote closes on October 5, with Riyadh deciding who becomes the category’s first-ever winner.

MEET THE NOMINEES AND CAST A VOTE HERE

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LOVIN COMMUNITY

 🦈 Environmental Security Steps In Over 47 Sharks Being Sold In Jubail

• 47 sharks were involved: Environmental Security Forces reportedly found 47 blacktip reef sharks being sold in Jubail.

• Two residents were apprehended: Working with the National Center for Wildlife, authorities apprehended two Bangladeshi residents in connection with the case.

• The species is protected: According to Environmental Security Forces, catching and trading blacktip reef sharks is an environmental violation under the Kingdom’s wildlife regulations.

• The penalties are significant: The fine for catching one shark can reach SAR 40,000, meaning penalties associated with 47 sharks could potentially total around SAR 1.88 million.

• The case is now with prosecutors: The individuals were referred to the Public Prosecution, while the National Center for Wildlife was set to take custody of the sharks.

💡 Summary:

Environmental Security Forces have taken action over the alleged sale of 47 protected blacktip reef sharks in Jubail. With fines reaching SAR 40,000 per shark, the case highlights the potentially serious consequences of violating Saudi Arabia’s wildlife protection regulations.

REGIONAL UPDATES

🇧🇭 Expats In Bahrain Can Now Legally Work A second Job

• Temporary work is now possible: Bahrain’s Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) has introduced a framework allowing eligible, authorised expat employees to temporarily work for another business.

• There’s a three-month limit: The temporary arrangement can last for up to three months, rather than permanently transferring the employee.

• It could help during busy periods: Businesses can temporarily bring in eligible workers when they need extra support, such as during seasonal peaks or short-term staffing shortages.

• It’s not an open side-job policy: The change applies through an authorised arrangement under LMRA rules, so it shouldn’t be interpreted as permission for every expat employee to freely work for any second employer.

💡 Summary:

Bahrain is giving its labour market more flexibility by allowing eligible expat workers to temporarily work for another employer for up to three months. It could give businesses an easier way to meet short-term staffing needs while giving workers more opportunities, provided the arrangement meets LMRA requirements.

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