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Big talks in Riyadh, thoughtful gestures and a story of hope. Today’s read brings together Macron’s meeting with HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Princess Reema’s personal support and the strangers who stepped in for Shifaa. We also remember Muhannad Al-Qarni, as UBT mourns his passing.
Here’s what’s making headlines 👇🏼
LOVIN NEWS
HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to Al Yamamah Palace on 21 October, with cooperation and regional security on the agenda.
🤝 The leaders reviewed Saudi–French relations and opportunities to strengthen cooperation across different fields.
🌍 Discussions covered regional and international developments, including coordinated efforts to support security and stability.
✈️ HRH Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region, received Macron at King Khalid International Airport and later led his farewell.
💡 Summary:
Saudi–French cooperation and regional stability led the discussions during Macron’s visit to Riyadh.
Many parents blamed themselves, or their kids, for the hours lost to the feed. But legal claims allege social media companies built in psychological triggers on purpose: intermittent rewards, endless scrolling, toxic social comparison, and recommendation engines that pull kids into content rabbit holes.
Now families are filing legal claims against platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
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Excessive social media use started under age 18
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LOVIN NEWS
The University of Business and Technology in Jeddah has mourned Muhannad Hussein Al-Qarni, a member of its Security and Safety team who passed away while carrying out his duties.
🤍 UBT’s leadership and staff extended their condolences to his family and loved ones.
📍In a separate condolence message, UBT linked his passing to the collapse of a water tank neighbouring the university.
🙏 Remembering Muhannad: The university offered prayers for mercy and forgiveness, and for his family to find patience and comfort.
💡 Summary:
UBT is mourning Muhannad Al-Qarni, who died while on duty. May Allah grant him mercy and give his family strength.
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LOVIN COMMUNITY
Messages of gratitude have highlighted HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud’s support for people affected by the King Khalid International Airport incident, including those injured and employees who helped others.
💌 A Personal Thank-You: Ebtehal Abdullah thanked Princess Reema for checking on her wellbeing, describing the gesture as something she would cherish.
🎁 Accounts shared online described gifts sent to airport employees who stepped in during the incident.
🤍 The messages expressed appreciation for both her concern for those recovering and her recognition of those who came to others’ assistance.
💡 Summary:
Princess Reema’s thoughtful support prompted heartfelt thank-yous from those affected, recognising both the people recovering and the people who helped.
LOVIN COMMUNITY
Algerian resident Shifaa Nouredine Boudar has shared how strangers came to her rescue following the Riyadh airport attack, offering a moving account of kindness during a frightening moment.
🤝 Shifaa described how people she did not know rushed to assist her after the attack.
🏥 Medical teams have been treating her severe injuries, working to give her the best possible chance of walking again.
💚 Her account brings attention to those who helped at the scene and the teams supporting her recovery.
💡 Summary:
Shifaa’s story is one of survival, kindness and hope, with strangers helping in the immediate aftermath and medical teams continuing her care. Wishing her strength and a full recovery.
REGIONAL UPDATES
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, turned 57 on 21 October.
👑 Born in 1969, he is the eldest son of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa.
🎓 His studies took him to American University in Washington, D.C., followed by postgraduate studies at the University of Cambridge.
🏛️ He became Crown Prince in 1999 and was appointed Prime Minister in November 2020.
💡 Summary:
Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister marked his 57th birthday on 21 October. Wishing His Royal Highness good health and continued success.
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