81% of parents in the UAE take advantage of back-to-school deals, a new YouGov survey has revealed. According to the report, 88% of parents with children attending public schools took advantage of such promotions. 51% prefer known brands that are discounted or reasonably priced. The data also suggests Emirati parents are more brand-driven with over 35% claiming they buy a specific brand regardless of price versus 20% of expats.
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives resumes food aid to Gaza
In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has announced the resumption of food aid deliveries worth AED43 million to the Gaza Strip,
DoH launches Future Health Initiative
Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Future Health – A Global Initiative by Abu Dhabi (Future Health) has been launched by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH).
Salik to apply peak-hour toll rates for Dubai Ride
Toll gate operator Salik said it will charge peak-hour fees on Sunday, November 2, as the Dubai Fitness Challenge's first flagship event - Dubai Ride - gets underway.
Mattar Al Tayer named Chairman of MBR Endowment District Board
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the Mohammed bin Rashid Endowment District Board of Trustees and appointed Mattar Al Tayer as its Chairman.
