Pilot Surprises, Traffic Memes & Halloween Shenanigans 🎃

Muwahahahaha, it’s October 30 and Halloween is almost upon us! Put on your ‘Halloween Town’ and your Conjuring for a night of fright. Then read this newsletter to find Halloween parties this weekend 🙌

NEWS

A Man Says He Got Stuck In UAE Traffic While His Uncle Reached Pakistan First

• You know traffic’s bad when someone catches an international flight… and lands before you reach home from the airport drop-off 😅

• A man recently joked that he dropped his uncle at the airport, and while the uncle made it all the way to Pakistan, he was still stuck in UAE traffic. Yup, the uncle literally crossed countries faster than he could cross Emirates.

• The post quickly went viral because, honestly… who can’t relate? 😂

• Whether it’s Sheikh Zayed Road, E311, Hessa street or that one mystery signal that never seems to turn green, we’ve all been there… sitting, waiting, questioning our life choices while Google Maps adds another 15 minutes.

• Sure, it’s all jokes, but let’s give a quick shoutout to the RTA and all the crews working daily to keep Dubai’s roads flowing smoother 👏

SHARABLES

🍿Sharable bits and tips! 

• A cyclist’s thoughtful act gets a nod of approval from Fazza 🙌 

• An Emirates pilot surprised his mother mid-flight ✈️

• This man literally walked 60+ days from Armenia to Dubai… all for Armin van Buuren 🚶

• Salama opened up about her journey back to content creation 🙏

• A gang tried the fake car trick and stole AED 195K from a bank customer… but Fujairah Police caught them in just 3 hours 👏

HALLOWEEN TOWN

11 Spooky Things To Do In Dubai This Halloween!

• Spooky season is taking over Flayva at Al Ghurair Centre with Fright Bites, and you can WIN some cool prizes! 🎉

• Enjoy a range of candy trails (that you might not regret following), Harajuku-inspired performances, and potion labs serving eerie glowing drinks at House of Hype 🧪

• 🎃 This Halloween, the Al Barari is turning into a full-blown Haunted Village 💀

• Step behind the curtain and into a world of vintage circus glamour, where acrobats, live performances, and mysterious theatrics set the stage for a night you won’t forget at COYA’s Spooky Circus 🎪

• DREAM Dubai is bringing a limited-edition dinner show packed with cinematic acts, eerie set pieces, and themed choreography 👯

• There’s plenty more spook-tacular Halloween events! 👻

Atif Aslam & Sami Yusuf Come Together For A Soulful Night Of Music!

After last year’s sold-out spectacle, Symphony of Stars is back — and this year, it’s set to hit all the right notes 🎶 On November 7, the Etihad Arena will transform into a haven for music lovers as two iconic voices — Atif Aslam and Sami Yusuf — share one unforgettable stage.

Expect a night that transcends genres and generations. Atif Aslam will serenade fans with a stripped-back, emotional set that blends nostalgia with something beautifully new, while Sami Yusuf, the master of spiritually rich, world-infused soundscapes, will deliver an immersive experience that stirs the soul.

This isn’t just a concert — it’s a celebration of soul, culture, and unity through music.

📅 When: November 7, 2025
📍 Where: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
🎟️ Tickets: etihadarena.ae — grab yours before they’re gone!

DID YOU HEAR?

• Atinirmal G. Pagarani, Managing Director of Yogi Group, discussed the evolution of Dubai’s real estate sector on the Smashi Business Show, highlighting how he’s expanded his late father’s five-decade-old family business into multiple sectors while keeping property management at its core.

• Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Fatima bint Mubarak Center, which opened in 2023, is changing breast cancer care in the UAE. The center uses advanced AI-powered screenings and personalized treatments to help women detect and treat cancer early.

• When KFC hits the table, Arab hospitality meets its match — because when Taste Rules, manners don’t 🍗

• DP World International League T20 Season 4 is set to light up Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah from December 2 to January 4, bringing world-class cricket and non-stop festive fun to fans of all ages! 🏏

COMMTEXT

👀 Out of Commtext

This son and mother duo are the sweetest! Their videos always go viral 😍

MERCH

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• When you’re out, running errands and simply Lovin your life, you have your handy dandy flask to keep your drinks cool. You’ve got your cap to shade you from the sun, your notebook to record your brightest ideas.


• Anything and everything that’ll remind you that you’re lovin’ life, there’s a Lovin Merch product for you.


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