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13.08 / 15:27

IPO Provident NASDAQ SoftBank T-Mobile stake SoftBank in talks to buy Vision Fund’s 25% stake in Arm

SoftBank Group Corp is in talks to acquire the 25% stake in Arm Ltd it does not directly own from Vision Fund 1 (VF1), a $100 billion investment fund it raised in 2017, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially delivering a win for investors who have waited years for strong returns. The discussions come as Softbank is preparing to list the chip designer on Nasdaq next month at a valuation of $60 billion to $70 billion. If the negotiations lead to a deal, the Japanese tech investor would be delivering a major, immediate windfall to VF1 investors, including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Abu Dhabi's Mubadala.

13.08 / 10:33

UPS Manufacturing Mercedes-Benz Toyota Highways Nissan The South is fast becoming America’s industrial heartland

industrial heartland (see map). The shifting of American factories has been years in the making. When Japanese and German carmakers started production in America in the 1980s and 1990s, most chose the South.

13.08 / 06:27

UPS Provident Shell voice social ‘All options’ needed on hydrogen: Japan ramps up push on CCS

The Japanese backers of a controversial project to convert Victoria’s brown coal into liquid hydrogen for export are warning that the $3 billion development will not go ahead without clearer signs of support from the state and federal government.

13.08 / 03:37

Waters ICE Discover cover ‘Himalayas from space’: UAE astronaut shares stunning pictures from ISS | See Images

new research has recently discovered water droplets in mineral deposits that are believed to be from an ancient ocean that existed around 600 million years ago in the Himalayas. Scientists from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and Japan's Niigata University said this discovery suggests that there may have been a major oxygenation event in Earth's history.

12.08 / 19:25

COST UPS Provident track cover blues Customers Insurers won't cover new Alzheimer's treatment for some customers

Some private insurers are balking at paying for the first drug fully approved to slow mental decline in Alzheimer’s patients

12.08 / 19:25

Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for September delivery rose 37 cents to $83.19 a barrel Friday

12.08 / 17:43

Highways country Cube InvIT announces inaugural distribution with Rs 2.15 per unit payout

Cube Highways Trust (Cube InvIT) has posted a consolidated income of Rs 781.5 crore for the quarter ended on June 30, 2023. Earning before interest tax depreciation and amortisation was Rs 422.89 crore during the period under review, Cube InvIT said.

12.08 / 17:43

Waves Man Matthews country cover View: With so many cases, little chance of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan walking free

Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was not completely off the mark when he publicly accused the United States of ensuring his removal as prime minister through a no-confidence motion with the help of the army in April last year. He had waved a paper at every public rally claiming the same to be a diplomatic cable from Asad Majeed Khan, Pakistan's Ambassador to the US, dated March 7, 2022, in which the US had used threatening language against him.

12.08 / 17:19

UPS Progressive Ball Time India beat Malaysia 4-3 to win ACT for fourth time

Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament for the fourth time here on Saturday. Malaysia were aggressive in the first half as the Indians found it difficult to restrict their opponent. India converted the first PC in the ninth minute, Jugraj scoring with a fierce flick to the right of the Malaysian goalie. The Indians got into their groove as the match progressed and played full-press hockey after the sluggish start. But Malaysia didn't sit back and continued to test the Indian defence. Their efforts bore fruit in the 14th minute when Abu Kamal Azari found the back of the net after being fed by Azuan Hasan from the right flank.

12.08 / 10:11

UPS Waves Southern film performer 500 Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' movie has a sensational start, predicted to cross Rs 500 crore lifetime earnings

Superstar Rajinikanth's latest film, 'Jailer', is creating waves at the box office. Initial estimates projected the movie to earn over Rs 25 crore, but it has far exceeded expectations by raking in more than Rs 100 crore in just two days.

12.08 / 06:43

UPS Art Waters Nestle love Harmonic Latin Centre Mumbai Amadeo By Oberoi at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, Jio World Centre, BKC, Mumbai

Amadeo by Oberoi, latest independent restaurant by The Oberoi Group offers elevated service and authentic, high-quality cuisines prepared by the talented Executive Chef Kayzad Sadri and his expert team. Derived from the Latin word Amadeus, which symbolizes receiving the love of God, the name Amadeo embodies the ambrosial culinary offerings that are served with Oberoi's signature grace and personalized care.

12.08 / 05:51

love beautiful 'Whole nation' watches as Australia face France in World Cup clash

World Cup semi-finals for the first time when they face France on Saturday, with European champions England or Colombia awaiting them. The Matildas play France in front of a sell-out Brisbane crowd of more than 50,000 at 0700 GMT, with all eyes on whether skipper Sam Kerr will be in the starting line-up. Australia's talismanic striker came off the bench for her first minutes of the tournament in the last-16 victory over Denmark and could be in line to start in the quarter-final.

12.08 / 01:57

UPS Google Pool Southern Celebrity stage Google doodle celebrates 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Quarter Finals

Also read: Google Doodle celebrates Women's Fifa World Cup 2023 The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia, commenced on July 20. The group stage concluded on August 3, leading up to the Round of 16 matches scheduled from August 5 to 8. The ultimate climax, the final, is set to take place on August 20.

11.08 / 19:41

UPS Viatris cover end Biocon to close Viatris merger by FY24 end

MUMBAI : Biocon Biologics Ltd expects to conclude the merger with Viatris’ biosimilars portfolio in FY24, chief executive Shreehas Tambe said on Friday. “We are looking to complete the transition ahead of time. We planned a two-year transition.

11.08 / 18:51

Ball stage Time Sweden ends Japan's run to ensure World Cup will have first-time winners, meet Spain in the semis

World Cup of change, of unexpected early departures and tantalizing arrivals, has completed its upending of certainty and tradition. No former champion remains in the tournament with two rounds to play. Gone prematurely are the United States, with its four world championships, and Germany, with two.

11.08 / 17:33

UPS Lowe's Ball Time India maul Japan 5-0 to enter Asian Champions Trophy final for fourth time

skipper Harmanpreet Singh. The Indians set pace of the game and enjoyed bulk of the possession, while Japan played catch-up hockey. After a barren first quarter, India finally took the lead in the 19th minute through Akashdeep Singh, who slapped the ball in from a rebound from after Hardik Singh's initial shot was saved by Japan second goalkeeper Takumi Kitagawa.

11.08 / 17:11

UPS Lowe's Ball Time hockey India's hockey team beat Japan 5-0 to enter ACT final for fourth time

India mauled reigning Asian champions Japan 5-0 to enter their fourth Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament final at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium here on Friday. While three-time champions India adopted a high-press hockey from the onset, Japan played deep into their defence to thwart the home team's attacks.

11.08 / 13:55

Blockchain regulation privacy Worldcoin Worldcoin opens up WLD reservations for unverified users

The iris-scanning crypto project Worldcoin has now made it possible for even unverified customers to reserve their Worldcoin (WLD) tokens.

11.08 / 12:40

Platform Assurant stage country Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Is the popular manga available on Netflix?

However, a crucial question lingers: Is 'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 2 available on Netflix? The answer is yes but with some conditions — the series is accessible in only a select cluster of nations. Here's the scoop on where you can witness 'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 2 streaming on Netflix.

11.08 / 12:27

Investment trusts AIC Merger Nippon Active Value Atlantis Japan Growth agrees merger with Nippon Active Value

The Atlantis Japan Growth fund holds £81.9m in assets and is currently trading at a 14.6% discount to NAV.

11.08 / 12:27

Investment trusts Winterflood Gravis Backed Gravis trusts GCP Asset Backed Income and GCP Infrastructure agree to combine assets

The GCP Infra board said the proposed merger will bring multiple benefits to both existing and new shareholders.

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