If you’ve received a random message asking you to pay a parking fine, don’t click anything just yet.

Dubai residents are being warned about a new wave of scam messages targeting drivers with fake payment links, and it’s catching people off guard.

According to Parkin, fraudsters are sending texts that look legit, claiming you have outstanding parking payments and urging you to pay immediately.

Here’s the catch
These messages include unverified links designed to steal your personal or financial information.

What the warning says
• Don’t click on unfamiliar links
• Always verify payment requests
• Only use official Parkin channels for payments

Earlier this year, similar scams targeted UAE residents with fake toll messages pretending to be from Abu Dhabi’s DARB system, some even threatening fines to pressure users into paying fast.

In one case, a message claimed a small pending fee, but warned of a Dh100 fine if not paid immediately 

How to spot the scam
Watch out for these red flags:
• Messages from international or unknown numbers
• Generic greetings like “Dear Customer”
• Links that look official, but aren’t
• Urgent threats pushing immediate payment

Authorities, including Ras Al Khaimah Police and the UAE Cybersecurity Council, have repeatedly warned residents not to engage with such messages.

The golden rule
Real toll or parking operators in the UAE don’t ask for payments via random SMS links, and they won’t pressure you with threats.

If it feels suspicious, it probably is. Pause, verify, and protect your information. Because one wrong click could cost you more than just a parking fine.

Dubai Police are cracking down hard after several drivers were caught performing dangerous stunts during recent rains, and it’s going to cost them big.

According to officials, multiple motorists were seen drifting and swerving in areas like Al Ruwayyah and Lahbab, turning wet roads into high-risk zones.

The footage (click link below), shared by Dubai Police, shows reckless driving that could have easily led to serious accidents.

What happened next
• Vehicles were impounded
• Drivers were referred for legal action
• Patrols have been stepped up across Dubai

And here’s the part that’s hitting wallets hard. To get their cars back, violators may have to pay up to Dh50,000.

Why is this serious
Brigadier Jumaa Salem bin Suwaidan warned that rain makes roads even more dangerous, and these stunts don’t just risk the driver’s life, but everyone else on the road.

Dubai Police are asking for your help
Residents can report reckless drivers using the Police Eye app or by calling 901.

What might look like fun in the rain can quickly turn into a costly and dangerous mistake.

What started as a struggling fight night in Dubai turned into one of the city’s most talked-about sports events, and it’s all thanks to Tristan Hamm.

At a time when live events were taking a hit, this Canadian boxer and social media personality stepped up with his “Spirit of Dubai” initiative, completely changing the game.

From 98 per cent refunds to a packed arena
The event was on the brink of cancellation after nearly all tickets were refunded, leaving the venue almost empty.

But Hamm wasn’t having it.

He went all in, leveraging social media, personal outreach, and community connections to bring people back.

The result?
• More than 1,400 attendees
• Over 400 influencers and business leaders
• A buzzing, high-energy fight night atmosphere

The $200,000 move that changed everything
In a bold move, Hamm donated $200,000 in tickets to UAE residents, giving many their first-ever live boxing experience.

Within just 2 weeks, the event flipped from near-cancelled to completely sold out.

Then came the knockout
The fight night delivered serious action with multiple KOs, but the highlight? Hamm’s own explosive knockout win, which has now gone mega viral with over 500 million views on Instagram

More than just a fight night
With nearly 2 million followers, Hamm turned this into a global moment—showcasing Dubai’s energy, community spirit, and ability to bounce back.

His words summed it up perfectly: “Dubai didn’t need saving. It needed people to show up.”

This wasn’t just about boxing, it became a symbol of:
• Community power

• Resilience during uncertainty

• The comeback of Dubai’s live events scene

From empty seats to a viral global success, the “Spirit of Dubai” proves one thing: when people come together, the city comes alive.