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Form 8.5 (EPT/RI)-Gooch & Housego plc

FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI) PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the "Code”) 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Name of exempt principal trader:Investec Bank plc(b) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree Gooch & Housego plc(c) Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connected:Inv

Canada inflation holds steady as oil surge raises Bank of Canada rate risks

Asian Games: Alas Pilipinas faces mighty China on opening day

MANILA, Philippines — Alas Pilipinas Women will face defending champion China right away, but Bella Belen insists they are ready for the big battle on Wednesday at the Okazaki Central Park General Stadium in Okazaki, Japan. Belen and other members of the Philippine team arrived in the bustling metropolis last Sunday (September13), three days ahead of the competition proper. “We will do our very best against China,” said Belen during the flight from Manila. After China, the Alas

Aitech Introduces New C165 Rugged Single Board Computer to Help Defense Programs Build and Modernize Fielded VME Systems

New 6U VME SBC Delivers Modern Intel Computing and Graphics, SWaP Optimization and Secure High-Capacity Storage While Preserving Existing Infrastructure and Reducing Modernization Risk NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- (AFA Air, Space & Cyber Conference, Booth MB400) -- Aitech, a global leader in AI-powered rugged embedded computing and connectivity solutions for defense and space applications, today announced the C165 Rugged 6U VME Single Board Computer (SBC), helping defense

SIRUI Wins "Best of Show", Showcases New Lenses at IBC 2026

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SIRUI, an imaging brand specializing in innovative lens design and technology, showcased its latest lens innovations at IBC 2026. A major highlight of the show was the Aurora 15mm F1.6 full-frame autofocus lens receiving a Best of Show Award on September 13. At Booth 12.D31, SIRUI also featured the newly launched Saturn V2, two upcoming new focal lengths in the Aurora series, and the Swift series, alongside its established Vision Prime, Iron-Star and Ast

Share buybacks in Ericsson during the period September 7 - September 11, 2026

STOCKHOLM, Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During the period September 7 - September 11, 2026, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson(publ) ("Ericsson") (LEI code 549300W9JLPW15XIFM52) repurchased own Class B shares (ISIN: SE0000108656) as follows: Date Aggregated daily volume (number of shares) Weighted average share price per day (SEK) Total daily transaction value (SEK) 07/09/2026249,98797.572224,391,781.5608/09/20261,000,00096.858196,858,100.0009/09/2026250,00097.205724,301,425.0010/09/2026250,00096

AI-linked Asian stocks slump after top lab CEOs call for slowing down technology’s development

AI-connected stocks fall sharply in early Asian trading after the CEOs of companies developing the most advanced AI models warned the pace of development must slow to prevent threats to humanity

Bangkok Hospital Group in Phuket Opens the Bangkok-Phuket Cancer Institute, Strengthening Comprehensive Cancer Care Network

PHUKET, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 September 2026 - Bangkok Hospital Group in Phuket has officially inaugurated the Bangkok-Phuket Cancer Institute, strengthened cancer care capabilities and supporting Thailand's position as a leading destination for medical tourism. Guided by the "Care Beyond Cure" philosophy, the institute integrates the expertise of Bangkok Hospital Phuket, Bangkok Hospital Siriroj, and Dibuk Hospital to deliver comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer care for pat

Initiation of Novonesis’ share buyback program

Today, Novonesis will initiate the first tranche (the "First Tranche”) of the EUR 1 billion multi-year share buyback program announced in Company Announcement No. 14, on August 19, 2026. Under the First Tranche, Novonesis will acquire B shares for an aggregate amount of up to EUR 75 million, with the First Tranche expected to end no later than December 17, 2026. Based on the closing share price on September 11, 2026, the First Tranche corresponds to around 1.3 million B shares. The shares acquir

Li-FT Power Projects Featured in Canada Investment Summit Prospectus

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li-FT Power Ltd. ("LIFT” or the "Company”) (TSXV: LIFT) (ASX: LFT) (OTCQX: LIFFF) (Frankfurt: WS0) is pleased to announce that the Company’s Yellowknife Lithium Project and Lithium Carbonate Conversion Facility has been selected for inclusion in the investment prospectus for the Canada Investment Summit, taking place September 14-15, 2026, in Toronto. Hosted by Prime Minister Mark Carney in partnership with CPP Investments and PSP I

Novo Nordisk enters next chapter to bring better health to more people, supported by ‘Novo’ rebrand and updated corporate culture

Bagsværd, Denmark, 14 September 2026 - Novo Nordisk marked the beginning of its next chapter today by unveiling a rebrand centred on ‘Lasting Health Starts Now’, and the single ‘Novo’ name, and by updating its culture with ‘The Novo Way’ that will enable the company to move ahead with greater focus, speed and impact. Together, the rebrand and ‘The Novo Way’ are part of how the company will deliver on its business objectives and its ambition to bring better health to many more people. "People hav

US data centers to use more natural gas than most countries - report

GCash lending arm Fuse marks 10 years of safe, accessible borrowing for Filipinos

As predatory lending persists in the Philippines, Fuse Financing, Inc., the lending arm of GCash, continues to provide Filipinos with safe, transparent and accessible borrowing options with fair terms.

Saudi oil pipeline to remain offline for weeks after attack

KKR exits First Gen, sells stake to Gateway-linked firm for P25.8B

Only a month before its exit, the private equity giant had been seeking to increase its First Gen stake and take the Lopez-led power company private, but the proposal was rejected

Commodities are breaking out. Is this a genuine inflationary threat to equities?

LPG group asks gov't to suspend excise tax on fuel products

With fuel nearing P100, an oil company and transport groups press government to suspend taxes.

PAGASA monitors LPA amid fair weather over the country

A low-pressure area is being monitored outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) as fair weather is expected throughout the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Monday. The LPA was last located 3,185 kilometers East of Eastern Visayas and has a high chance of developing into a tropical […]

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FITSTOP Global Games Set to Bring 1,000 Athletes to Brisbane for Major Functional Fitness Showdown

BRISBANE, Australia, Sept. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Australian-born fitness brand brings its global competition home as athletes from across the country descend on Brisbane. Brisbane is set to become the centre of Australia’s functional fitness community this October, with over 1,000 athletes expected to descend on the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre for Fitstop Global Games. Taking place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, the major fitness event will bring together Fitstoppers and athlete

FDA Approves Telix's Brain Cancer Imaging Drug Pixclara

Pixclara® is the first FDA-approved FET-PET imaging drug for glioma (brain cancer).Approval addresses a significant unmet need, helping physicians to differentiate recurrent or progressive glioma from treatment-related change in adults and pediatric patients.FET-PET imaging is recommended in international clinical practice guidelines, including NCCN Guidelines®.Pixclara expands Telix's industry-leading Precision Medicine business and reinforces the Company's leadership in diagnostics and targete

Anthropic wants AI to slow down. Its $517 billion spending plan says otherwise

MVP Ventures Deepens Ties With South Korean Investor Community as Managing Partner Weston Moyer Visits Seoul

The early-stage venture firm will discuss its investment track record, 14% unicorn rate, and strategy at the intersection of AI, hardware, and software SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MVP Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that invests alongside leading venture firms in companies at the intersection of AI, hardware, and software, today announced that Managing Partner Weston Moyer will visit South Korea from September 13-18 to meet with existing and prospective l