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The weekend is getting closer, and Saudi has plenty going on! From a 10-day school break just around the corner to Cristiano Ronaldo making a larger-than-life appearance at Boulevard World, there's a little something for everyone. Plus, a heartwarming Riyadh story is proving that one good deed can go a long way ❤️

Let's get into this week's catch-up! 👇🏼

LOVIN COMMUNITY

🎒 Saudi Students Are Just Days Away From A 10-Day Autumn Break

🍂 Students across most of Saudi Arabia are just days away from the Kingdom's 2026 Autumn Break, with the holiday officially starting on Friday, November 20.

• 📅 The Holiday Breakdown:

  • November 20–28: The official nine-day Autumn Break.

  • November 29: An additional holiday for most regions.

  • November 30: Classes resume across most of the Kingdom.

• 📍 Four Cities Have A Different Schedule: Students in Makkah, Al-Madinah, Jeddah and Taif will have nine consecutive days off instead, returning to school on Sunday, November 29, as their additional holiday was allocated earlier in the academic year.

• 🏕️ What's Next? After returning to school, students can look forward to the Mid-Year Break starting January 8, 2027, followed by Founding Day, Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha holidays.

💡 Summary:
Saudi students are preparing for their longest continuous break of the semester. Most regions will enjoy 10 consecutive days off from November 20–29, while Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah and Taif will return a day earlier, on November 29.

LOVIN NEWS

🏙️ Aramco Tower's Glass Repairs Are Underway In KAFD

On November 8, 2026, Saudi Aramco's administrative building in Riyadh's King Abdullah Financial District sustained damage to sections of its exterior glass façade after being struck by falling shrapnel during an attempted attack.

• ⚠️ Official Confirmation: The Ministry of Energy confirmed that the building sustained limited damage. Authorities responded to secure the site, with no injuries or fatalities reported.

• 🛠️ Repair crews have been seen working on the tower's exterior, replacing damaged glass panels and restoring affected sections of the façade.

• 🏗️ Recent footage from KAFD shows high-altitude maintenance teams carrying out repairs directly along the tower's glass exterior.

• 📢 No official completion date has been announced, and there has been no confirmation that all repairs have been finalised.

💡 Summary:
Following the November 8 incident, repair work is underway on the damaged glass façade of Saudi Aramco's administrative tower in KAFD. The Ministry of Energy confirmed limited damage, with no reported injuries or fatalities. An official completion timeline has yet to be announced.

 🍿 Sharable bits and tips!

• Ghosted? Nah, just offline in the desert 😂📵

• A horse gift, a poem and a whole lot of respect 🐎✨

• A Madinah nikkah with a Mount Uhud backdrop 🕌❤️💍

LOVIN ADS

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💡 Summary:

Shopping for a new baby? Sometimes, the most thoughtful gifts are the ones that make life a little easier for the parents! Whether you’re preparing for a baby shower or celebrating a new arrival, practical baby essentials can be just as special as adorable outfits and toys. From clever feeding accessories to everyday organizers and helpful baby-care products, there are plenty of thoughtful ways to support new parents during those exciting but exhausting first few months!

LOVIN NEWS

⚽ Cristiano Ronaldo Gets A Larger-Than-Life Tribute At Boulevard World

Boulevard World's latest Portugal zone has a major attraction for football fans: a massive street-art mural dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Nassr's captain.

• 🇵🇹 The pavilion is one of four new cultural additions introduced for Riyadh Season 2026–27, alongside the Netherlands, Uzbekistan and Yemen, bringing Boulevard World's total country count to 24.

• 🏛️ Beyond the mural, the Portugal zone brings the country's streets to Riyadh with traditional blue-and-white azulejo ceramic tiles, artisan markets and open-air courtyards.

• 🎶 Visitors can also experience:

  • Live Fado music: Traditional Portuguese performances.

  • Portuguese food: Including pastéis de nata, grilled seafood and specialty coffee.

  • Fan photo spots: Celebrating Portuguese football culture.

• ❤️ Why Ronaldo? With the football icon continuing his career in Riyadh with Al-Nassr, the mural celebrates one of the strongest cultural connections between Portugal and Saudi Arabia.

💡 Summary:
Boulevard World's new Portugal pavilion is bringing a little piece of Lisbon to Riyadh, with a giant Cristiano Ronaldo mural taking centre stage. The experience also features Portuguese food, music, architecture and cultural activities.

LOVIN NEWS

❤️ Riyadh Businessman Turns A Viral Accident Into An Act Of Kindness

What began as an awkward viral moment in Riyadh involved a young boy accidentally running into a glass door while Saudi businessman and real estate media personality Mohammed Al-Darim was being filmed.

• 👦 Rather than letting the moment end there, Al-Darim tracked down the boy's family to check on him.

• 🏥 He learned that the fall had left the young boy, named Shamekh, needing nasal surgery.

• 🤝 Al-Darim offered to cover the entire cost of the operation, turning an unexpected accident into a meaningful gesture of support for the family.

• ❤️ What could have remained an embarrassing viral clip became a reminder that looking out for someone can matter far more than the moment itself.

💡 Summary:
After a young boy accidentally collided with a glass door during a filming moment in Riyadh, Mohammed Al-Darim followed up with the family and discovered he needed surgery. He stepped in to cover the full operation, turning an unexpected encounter into an act of generosity.

REGIONAL UPDATES

🇶🇦🤼 One Refused Handshake, One Disqualification And A Global Debate

Qatari wrestler Amer Ibrahim Al Hammadi became the centre of an international sports debate during the World Wrestling Championships in Kazakhstan, following his match against Australian wrestler Tsuchika Shimoyamada.

• ✋ Al Hammadi declined to shake hands with a female referee after the match, citing his religious beliefs as the reason behind his decision.

• ⚖️ Competition officials disqualified Al Hammadi, awarding his opponent a 10–0 victory.

• 💬 The decision sparked sharply divided opinions online. Some supported Al Hammadi's right to follow his religious convictions, while others argued that competitors must respect the rules and protocols of international sporting events.

• 🌐 The incident has reignited discussions around how international sporting competitions balance religious beliefs, personal freedom and standard competition rules.

💡 Summary:
A refused handshake at the World Wrestling Championships has sparked an international debate after Qatari wrestler Amer Ibrahim Al Hammadi was disqualified for declining to shake hands with a female referee. The incident has raised wider questions about religious beliefs, sporting regulations and how international competitions handle cultural differences.

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