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Crescent Capital Partners, the acquisitive Sydney-headquartered private equity firm is making another play in its favourite sector, this time diving into a local clinical trials business, Street Talk understands.

Taylor Swift expressed her gratitude to her co-writer, Diane Warren, by sending her a bouquet of flowers and a heartfelt thank-you note for their collaboration on the '1989' Vault track 'Say Don't Go.' Swift recently released her 'Taylor's Version' re-recording, including five additional 'From The Vault' tracks from the '1989' era that were not included on the original album. This new release hit the shelves just last week. The latest addition to Swift's catalog, titled «Say Don't Go,» was a collaborative effort with renowned songwriter Diane Warren nearly a decade ago.

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Pension regulator PFRDA has made ‘penny drop’ verification mandatory for the withdrawal of funds by subscribers of the National Pension System (NPS) to ensure the timely transfer of money. Through the ‘penny drop’ process, Central Recordkeeping Agencies (CRAs) check the active status of the savings bank account and match the name in the bank account number with the name in PRAN (Permanent Retirement Account Number) or as per the documents submitted.

Enter «liquid hair,» a captivating look sported by A-listers including Kim Kardashian and Megan Fox, predicted by hairstylists to be the hottest trend in the latter part of 2023. But what exactly is liquid hair?

BEST's legendary red double-decker diesel buses. A transport department official said the last Premier Padmini was registered as a black-and-yellow taxi at the Tardeo RTO, which has jurisdiction over the island city of Mumbai.

VIX is at 20, stocks are on the brink of their worst October in five years, and every other day the bond market throws a fit. For equity bulls conditioned to dive in at any sign of weakness, it’s getting to be too much. Across investor categories, they’re pulling money out and hardening a posture that is by some measures the most defensive in over a year. Surveys of professional managers show big-money allocators have cut their equities to levels last seen at the depths of the 2022 bear market.

Elise Kennedy, head of Australian technology research at Jarden, has made the leap to the buy side after more than nine years covering the sector, Street Talk understands.

Taylor Swift, the acclaimed American singer-songwriter, released a re-recorded version of her revered 2014 album «1989» on Friday, titled "1989 (Taylor's Version). The new album was met with immense love and excitement by millions of her fans. «1989» was described by Swift as her first «official pop album,» where the tunes showcased her musical prowess. She effectively experimented with beautiful synth textures and acute hooks. After nearly a decade, Swift announced her re-recorded album following the end of the first part of her magnanimous «Eras Tour.” This new version of „1989“ consists of multiple fresh tracks that have captivated audiences worldwide.

Iñigo Quintero, a name that until recently remained in relative obscurity beyond Spain's borders, made a remarkable leap to stardom. On a single day, "Si No Estás," one of Quintero's compositions, amassed over 5.7 million plays, catapulting it to the pinnacle of Spotify's global chart. This remarkable feat marked the first time a solo Spanish artist achieved such an accomplishment. In a previous instance, Canary Islander Quevedo achieved similar success alongside Argentina's Bizarrap with «Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 52.» But Quintero's ascent doesn't end there. «Si No Estás» also etched its name into the annals of Billboard's global charts, securing the fourth spot on Billboard Global Excl. U.S. and landing at number ten on Billboard Global 200. This meteoric rise is all the more astounding because it transpired without the aid of conventional promotional strategies, press releases, or public information about the enigmatic artist behind the sensation. Even when Billboard Español sought an interview with Quintero's representative, the response was that he is not presently engaging with the press.

Taylor Swift buying Notts County, League Two club owners have responded by smashing the hopes of Swifties. The speculations started when Weekend Sport newspaper has reported Swift wanted to buy the football club by following the footsteps of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney who have bought fellow League Two club Wrexham. Reedtz brothers who currently own Notts Country responded to the rumours by using Swift’s top hits. The statement issued by the duo said: «As sorry as we are to disappoint the Swifties in our fanbase, we're going to have to shake this story off.

Stocks finished the day lower and were saved by a drop in rates following a solid 7-year auction. This pushed Treasury rates lower in the second half of the trading session.

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Taylor Swift is clearing the air and putting an end to long-running rumors about her sexuality. In the prologue to her album '1989 (Taylor's Version),' the pop sensation speaks candidly about the rumors that she had secretly dated several of her close female friends. Swift explains that she decided to spend all of her time with female friends after realizing that any interactions with men, even platonically, were misinterpreted as romantic relationships.

Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé" will release in theatres around the world on December 1. Ahead of its global release, the movie will premier in Los Angeles and London on November 25 and 30 respectively. The film will be released in markets such as Asia, Africa, Australia, South America, and Europe, according to reports. Ticket price has been fixed at $22 plus tax for the domestic shows, according to a report. The film based on US pop star Beyonce's hit "Renaissance World Tour" is set to be distributed globally by a unit of AMC Entertainment, the company said. Beyonce's film is a theatrical production of the singer-songwriter's global tour this summer, spanning 57 concerts across 40 cities in North America and 14 across Europe. The concert films provide cinema chains such as AMC, Cinemark and Cineplex, with high-profile titles to help fill gaps caused by a prolonged strike by actors and writers in Hollywood. «Renaissance: A Film By Beyonce» is set to play in the United States, Canada, and Mexico beginning Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, AMC said, adding that additional global cities would be announced at a later date. The power couple Beyonce and Jay-Z dined at a restaurant in Los Angeles on Monday. Beyonce made a splash last week while attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concert film premiere at The Grove in Los Angeles.

Glastonbury Festival's organizer, Emily Eavis, has disclosed that she has recently received an offer from a significant American artist to headline next year's event. While keeping the artist's identity under wraps, Eavis expressed her intention to secure two female headliners for the upcoming festival.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will be the center of attention at an EU summit on Thursday following his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin last week

Diljit Dosanjh on Wednesday said he has collaborated with Australian pop singer Sia on a song titled 'Hass Hass'. The announcement comes months after Dosanjh, known for hit songs such as 'Do You Know?', 'Lover' and 'Peaches', shared pictures with Sia from a recording studio on social media.

The boss of one of Australia’s largest unions has cautioned investment funds against pushing too hard for large manufacturers in hard-to-abate industries to cut emissions faster than offshore rivals.

The intricate game of spotting celebrities scored a delightful win for Jimmy Kimmel's kids during a routine school drop-off, with none other than pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo hitching a ride with the Kimmel family. The charming escapade, captured on camera for Kimmel's late-night show, revealed the star's playful side as she posed as a hitchhiker and stunned the youngsters, Jane and Billy, in the backseat. Engaging in some spirited conversation and spontaneous karaoke to Rodrigo's hits, the joyous ride showcased a lighthearted moment in the bustling world of Hollywood. Later on the show, the multi-talented Rodrigo delved into various facets of her life, sharing anecdotes about house hunting, her curious fear of ghosts, and the amusing contents of her bag of «President Biden goodies.» Reflecting on the complexities of fame, Rodrigo provided insights into her family dynamics, including her dad's proud boasts about her achievements and her mother's humble and reserved demeanor. Known for her raw and emotional songwriting, Rodrigo candidly discussed her relationship with profanity in her music, emphasizing the conscious thought she puts into its usage.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has compared Hungary’s membership in the European Union to more than four decades of Soviet occupation