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  • GAME-WORN JERSEY AUCTION: CHRISTMAS SWEATER

    GAME-WORN JERSEY AUCTION: CHRISTMAS SWEATER

    Wed 24 Dec 2025 – 12:00PM

    ➡️ CLICK HERE TO BID FOR GAME-WORN CHRISTMAS SWEATER JERSEY ⬅️

    You can bid now in the auction for the game-worn Christmas Sweater jerseys being worn in our home game with Sheffield Steelers on Saturday 27th…

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  • Which Is Better for Your Blood Sugar?

    Which Is Better for Your Blood Sugar?

    • Scrambled eggs are high in protein and will have little impact on blood sugar response. 
    • Oatmeal contains fiber and your blood sugar response may depend on the type of oats you choose. 
    • Both are healthy breakfast options; pairings and mix-ins…

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  • White & Case advises Zenita Group on €375 million senior secured bond issuance

    White & Case advises Zenita Group on €375 million senior secured bond issuance

    Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Maticmind S.p.A. (Zenita Group), a European company active in the Italian ICT sector, on the issuance of a €375 million senior secured bond due 2032 at a floating rate equal to three-month EURIBOR plus 5.25% per annum, reset quarterly.

    The proceeds from the offering will be used by the company for general corporate purposes and to support its growth and operational needs. The notes, offered and sold pursuant to Rule 144A and Regulation S under the US Securities Act, have been admitted to listing on the Euro MTF market organised and managed by the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.

    Italy-headquartered Zenita Group is a leading system integrator and ICT service provider, offering advanced technological solutions including networking, cybersecurity, cloud services, data centers, enterprise applications and IoT. It serves both public and private clients and provides integrated, innovative solutions to support digital transformation initiatives.

    The White & Case team which advised on the transaction’s capital markets aspects was led by partners Michael Immordino (London & Milan), James Greene (London) and Evgeny Scirtò Ostrovskiy (Milan & London) and included associates Pietro Bancalari (London & Milan) and Diala Kakish (London) and lawyers Noemi Stimamiglio and Aurora Zamagni (both Milan). The team which advised on the transaction’s debt finance aspects included partner Martin Forbes (London) and associates Ben Morrison and Vic Sohal (both London). Counsel Tommaso Tosi (Milan) advised on FDI matters and partner Neil Clausen (Houston) and associate Avery Lewis (Houston) advised on US tax matters.

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  • Training the next generation of Ghanaian radio astronomers with the TART array

    Training the next generation of Ghanaian radio astronomers with the TART array

    The authors gratefully acknowledge the support of the Ghana Space Science and Technology Institute (GSSTI), the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO), the New Zealand Electronic Research Foundation, and the collaborating universities…

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  • These stocks are expected to see impressive returns while maintaining low volatility, Citi says

    These stocks are expected to see impressive returns while maintaining low volatility, Citi says

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  • Nigeria open AFCON campaign with narrow win

    Nigeria open AFCON campaign with narrow win

    Semi Ajayi (R) celebrates scoring for Nigeria against Tanzania in Fes. Photo: AFP


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  • TEAM NEWS | Squad named for Boxing Day : Bedford Blues RFC

    TEAM NEWS | Squad named for Boxing Day : Bedford Blues RFC

    Posted: 24th December 2025
     

    Mike Rayer has named his team as Bedford Blues prepare to bring the curtain down on 2025 by hosting Richmond in-front of a sellout Goldington Road on Boxing Day (KO 3pm).

    No further…

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  • Mohsin hails NDMA's integrated approach to disaster risk reduction – RADIO PAKISTAN

    1. Mohsin hails NDMA’s integrated approach to disaster risk reduction  RADIO PAKISTAN
    2. Interior Minister pays surprise visit to Islamabad Traffic Centre, orders reforms  Associated Press of Pakistan
    3. Pakistan Announces Two-Year Development Plan…

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  • Football hubs celebrating more than two years of community success

    Football hubs celebrating more than two years of community success

    From the next generation following in the footsteps of Ella Toone, to those enjoying a casual kickabout with mates, thousands have been enjoying the state-of-the-art football…

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