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UK services sector hits eight-month high. (Photo: Justin Tallis | AFP)

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UK services sector grows strongly, while France and Germany face challenges

Post Date 02/05/2024

In January, Britain’s services sector experienced robust expansion, marking its fastest growth in eight months, according to the S&P Global UK Services Purchasing Managers’ Index [more…]

Catalent, a leading drug manufacturer, acquired by Novo Holdings. (Photo: Catalent)

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Business Denmark U.S.

Novo Holdings to acquire Catalent in $16.5 billion deal

Post Date 02/05/2024

Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk’s parent company, Novo Holdings, announced on Monday its plans to acquire drug manufacturer Catalent in a $16.5 billion deal. This [more…]

Appotronics announces new automotive optics facility to commence production by end of 2024. (Photo: Appotronics | Handout)

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China Technology

Appotronics ramps up production for smart EV market

Post Date 02/05/2024

Appotronics, a leading developer of laser display technology, is gearing up to expand its presence in the fast-growing intelligent electric vehicle (EV) market. The Shenzhen-based [more…]

Eisai's Leqembi targets significant growth in China as Alzheimer's diagnosis methods evolve. (Photo: Eisai Pharma)

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China European Union Health & Fitness Japan U.S.

Eisai’s Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi set for China rollout

Post Date 02/05/2024

Eisai plans to introduce its groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drug, Leqembi, to 1,500 people in China this year, with expectations of significant growth in 2025 as diagnosis [more…]

Disappointment and frustration as Messi benched despite sold-out stadium in Hong Kong. (Photo: Inter Miami | X )

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Argentina Hong Kong Sports

Messi’s benching sparks disappointment and funding concerns in Hong Kong

Post Date 02/05/2024

Lionel Messi’s highly anticipated appearance in a pre-season friendly match in Hong Kong ended in disappointment for fans and raised concerns about event funding. Scheduled [more…]

McDonald's quarterly results mixed amid turmoil in Middle East markets. (Photo: Khaleej Times)

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Investing & Markets Israel U.S.

McDonald’s reports mixed quarterly results

Post Date 02/05/2024

McDonald’s Corporation faced mixed results in its quarterly report, with turmoil in the Middle East impacting its sales in those markets. The fast-food giant’s shares [more…]