RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has issued a public warning against consuming three coffee and chocolate products containing ginseng after laboratory analyses revealed that the affected products contain Nortadalafil, a substance prohibited for use. The warning applies to all batches of Parsa Coffee (coffee with ginseng), Parsa Choco (dark chocolate with ginseng), and Bintan SKY (coffee with ginseng), all packaged in 100g sachets. The SFDA urges consumers to immediately stop using these products and safely dispose of any units in their possession, as they may pose health risks, particularly for individuals with chronic diseases. The authority…
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RIYADH — Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense, affirmed that the announcement of the Multinational Maritime Defense Coalition reflects a shared international understanding of the scale of threats facing maritime security and freedom of navigation, and embodies a collective responsibility to protect maritime routes and global economic interests. Maj. Gen. Al-Maliki said that the region and the world are facing real and emerging threats. “Every country has the right to take whatever military or political measures it deems necessary to protect its interests and address such threats,” he said. The spokesperson affirmed the existence of continuous…
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“Mohammad Al Habib” Real Estate Company announced its participation as a platinum sponsor in the “Saudi Luxury Real Estate Show” (SLRE), which will be hosted in London from 24 to 28 August as part of the company’s plans to enhance its international presence and introduce its projects to global investors. The inaugural SLRE edition will be held at The Peninsula London Hotel, marking the first event of its kind in the United Kingdom. It is organized in strategic partnership with the Real Estate General Authority. It will feature participation from real estate developers, institutional investors, family offices, wealth managers, and…
JEDDAH — Al Ahli have appointed Marino Pusic as their new head coach, confirming the former Shakhtar Donetsk manager as the successor to Matthias Jaissle. The Roshn Saudi League club announced Thursday that the 54-year-old has signed a contract through 2028 after leaving UAE Pro League side Al Jazira. Pusic arrives with a proven record of success, having guided Shakhtar Donetsk to the Ukrainian Premier League title in 2024. Before that, he helped FC Twente secure promotion to the Eredivisie in 2019 and served as Feyenoord’s assistant coach during the club’s 2022-23 Dutch league-winning campaign. He replaces Jaissle, who led…
MAKKAH — The 46th session of the King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorizing, Reciting and Interpreting the Holy Qur’an kicked off in Makkah on Thursday. The competition is being held under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman. The competition that runs through Rabi Al-Awwal 6, corresponding to Aug. 19, is organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance. A total of 334 male and female contestants from 133 countries are participating in the event, marking the largest turnout in the competition’s history. The competition aims to encourage young Muslims to memorize, comprehend, and…
On May 16th, people camped overnight outside the Mall of Emirates in Dubai for the launch of Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop collection. By 6 AM, crowds had gathered outside the mall entrance, all the way to the Swatch store. The sale never opened. Swatch cancelled the launch at both locations due to public safety concerns after crowds gathered around the stores. Within hours, watches that had not even gone on sale in Dubai were appearing on resale platforms at many times their retail price. This was not a bot attack. But the episode showed why limited releases attract scalpers. Supply is fixed, demand is concentrated into…
Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki affirmed that the announcement of the Multinational Maritime Defense Coalition reflects a shared international understanding of the scale of threats facing maritime security and freedom of navigation, and embodies a collective responsibility to protect maritime routes and global economic interests. In a statement to media outlets today, Major General Al-Malki disclosed that the region and the world are facing real and emerging threats, noting that every country has the right to take whatever military or political measures it deems necessary to protect its interests and address such threats. He affirmed…
RIYADH — The National Program to Combat Commercial Concealment carried out 5,270 inspection visits across the Kingdom during the last month of July. The inspection campaign resulted in the detection of 130 suspected commercial cover-up cases. The suspected violators were referred to the competent authorities for investigation and the enforcement of the penalties prescribed under the Anti-Concealment Law.The inspections were conducted to verify the compliance of commercial establishments and detect violations of the Anti-Concealment Law. The targeted sectors included travel and tourism agencies, hotels, cafeterias, and men’s ready-made clothing retail outlets. The Anti-Concealment Law stipulates penalties of up to five…
Burjeel Holdings reported a 97.4 per cent increase in first-half net profit before one-off items to Dh227 million, supported by higher patient volumes, stronger operating efficiency and the continued ramp-up of recently opened facilities. Revenue increased 4.4 per cent year-on-year to Dh2.79 billion during the six months ended June 30, while patient visits rose 9.9 per cent to more than 3.7 million. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation, excluding one-off items, climbed 24.6 per cent to Dh517 million. The Abu Dhabi-listed healthcare group said performance strengthened…