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Openreach, an infrastructure subsidiary of BT Group, recently expanded its collaboration with Google Cloud to support faster fibre rollouts and progress towards sustainability goals by using AI. Using Google Cloud’s Vertex AI and BigQuery, Openreach will analyse fleet and network data with the aim of reducing emissions, improving operational efficiency and speeding broadband installations. Google Cloud’s Vertex AI portfolio is used for building, deploying and managing AI agents and models. BigQuery is a fully managed, serverless enterprise data warehouse designed for large-scale analytics. Key efforts include optimising Openreach’s 24,000 van fleet, which covers nearly 200 million miles annually, using the…
ABU DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Stanford Medical Centre Abu Dhabi to enhance cooperation in specialised mental health services, assessment and rehabilitation for People of Determination. The MoU aims to strengthen therapeutic and rehabilitation services in line with international standards, develop tailored treatment plans that involve families, and support research and awareness programmes on psychological challenges. The MoU was signed at the Authority’s Innovation Centre by Abdullah Abdul Aali Al Humaidan, Director-General of the Authority, and Ahmed Rahma Al Masaood, Chairman of the Medical…
Behind every durable product is a process that got it right the first time Published: Mon 30 Mar 2026, 11:07 AM Sustainability is everywhere right now. Boardrooms talk about it, policies are built around it, and brands proudly showcase it. But somewhere between all the big promises and long-term targets, one practical factor often doesn’t get enough attention: quality. Not the abstract kind. The everyday, on ground kind. Because in most industries, waste doesn’t always begin at the end of a product’s life. It often starts much earlier: when materials fail, when products don’t perform as expected, or when something…
DUBAI, 29th March, 2026 (WAM) — Dr. Yousef Mohammed Al Serkal, Director General of the Emirates Health Services (EHS), affirmed that the World Doctor’s Day represents an important milestone for envisioning the future of the medical profession amid the rapid transformations taking place in the healthcare sector. It also highlights the vital and evolving role that doctors play in building a more flexible and proactive healthcare system focused on prevention and enhancing quality of life. In a statement issued today on the occasion, which falls annually on March 30, he noted that Emirates Health Services continues its efforts to provide…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] For thousands of families across the UAE, the school week has begun with a familiar routine today— logging in from home. Distance learning will continue throughout this week, until Friday, 3 April 2026, as schools await further guidance from regulators. Over the weekend, parents received messages from schools confirming that online classes would remain in place, while assuring them that any updates on a return to classrooms would be shared promptly. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. At Al…
AL AIN, 28th March, 2026 (WAM) — Xavier Alaoui successfully retained his Arabia Bantamweight title at UAE Warriors 68 on March 27, 2026, in Al Ain. The Moroccan champion defeated Palestinian challenger Rany Saadeh with a submission in under two rounds, marking a successful defence of his championship belt. This victory reinforces Alaoui’s position at the top of the Arabia bantamweight division. Source: Emirates News Agency
ABU DHABI, 29th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from His Excellency Denis Sassou Nguesso, President of the Republic of the Congo, to discuss the latest developments in the region and their implications for regional and international peace and security, as well as their impact on the global economy. The two sides discussed the continued Iranian terrorist aggression targeting the UAE and other countries in the region, including attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, noting that it constitutes a violation of sovereignty and international law, and undermines regional…
ABU DHABI, 29th March, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a virtual meeting with US Senator Joni Ernst, during which they discussed strategic cooperation between the UAE and the United States and their shared commitment to further strengthening ties in a way that serves their mutual interests and benefits their peoples. The meeting also addressed developments in the region and their serious implications for regional and international peace and security, with both sides exchanging views on these developments. They also discussed the continued Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE and other countries…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The UAE’s air defences engaged with 16 ballistic missiles and 42 drones launched from Iran on March 29, the Ministry of Defence revealed in a statement. Since Iranian attacks began across the region, UAE’s air defence have engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs. The attacks have resulted in the martyrdom of two members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, in addition to the martyrdom of a Moroccan civilian contracted by the Armed Forces, as well as eight fatalities of…