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  • Tunisian aid workers convicted of assisting migrants but will go free

    Tunisian aid workers convicted of assisting migrants but will go free

    Two aid workers accused of assisting irregular migration to Tunisia were sentenced Monday to two years in prison, with four months suspended, but will be freed after time already…

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  • Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser is using AI, but cautions “it’s not as useful as some companies would have you believe yet”

    Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser is using AI, but cautions “it’s not as useful as some companies would have you believe yet”

    Rockstar Games co-founder and Absurd Ventures founder Dan Houser has broken rank with many of his industry peers, acknowledging that while he and his team are “dabbling” in AI, “it’s not as useful as some of the companies would…

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  • Panthers promote two from practice squad for 49ers game

    Panthers promote two from practice squad for 49ers game

    This is Barnes’ third standard elevation of the season, hitting the limit. To appear in a game after tonight, he’d have to be signed to the 53-man roster.

    Dallas appeared in two games earlier this year on special teams (the wins against…

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  • Cancer Vaccine Shows Early Promise in Rare Liver Tumor

    Cancer Vaccine Shows Early Promise in Rare Liver Tumor

    Credit: Andriy Onufriyenko / Getty Images

    Fibrolamellar carcinoma (FLC) is one of the rarest and most challenging liver cancers, affecting adolescents and young adults who are otherwise healthy and lacking typical risk…

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  • Rocket Lab Schedules First Dedicated Launch for Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

    Long Beach, California. November 24, 2025: Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced the launch window for the first of two dedicated Electron launches with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA).

    The mission, named “RAISE And Shine”, will launch from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand during a launch window that opens on December 5 UTC. The mission will deploy the agency’s RApid Innovative payload demonstration SatellitE-4 (RAISE-4) spacecraft, a single satellite that will demonstrate eight technologies developed by private companies, universities, and research institutions throughout Japan. 

    “RAISE And Shine” is the first of two dedicated launches for JAXA’s Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration Program, an initiative by the agency to demonstrate new and innovative capabilities and technologies developed by Japan’s space economy. The second dedicated launch on Electron for the program is scheduled take place from Q1 2026. The missions are Rocket Lab’s first dedicated Electron launches directly contracted with JAXA, emphasizing Electron’s importance to reliable global space access for both domestic and allied international space agencies. 

    “RAISE And Shine” is also scheduled to be Rocket Lab’s 19th launch this year, continuing Rocket Lab’s record-breaking run of dedicated launches in a single year. Electron’s launch cadence has increased every year since its first launch as global demand continues to rise for dedicated launch to space for government and commercial small satellites.

    “RAISE And Shine” launch information: https://rocketlabcorp.com/missions/next-mission/ 

    “RAISE And Shine” launch window:

    ·         03:00 UTC, December 5

    ·         4:00 p.m. NZDT, December 5

    ·         12:00 p.m. JST, December 5

    ·         10:00 p.m. ET, December 4

    ·         7:00 p.m. PT, December 4

     

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    Rocket Lab Media Contact
    Murielle Baker
    media@rocketlabusa.com

    About Rocket Lab
    Rocket Lab is a leading space company that provides launch services, spacecraft, payloads and satellite components serving commercial, government, and national security markets. Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket; its HASTE rocket provides hypersonic test launch capability for the U.S. government and allied nations; and its Neutron launch vehicle in development will unlock medium launch for constellation deployment, national security and exploration missions. Rocket Lab’s spacecraft and satellite components have enabled more than 1,700 missions spanning commercial, defense and national security missions including GPS, constellations, and exploration missions to the Moon, Mars, and Venus. Rocket Lab is a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq stock exchange (RKLB). Learn more at www.rocketlabcorp.com.

    Forward Looking Statements
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward looking statements contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding our launch and space systems operations, launch schedule and window, safe and repeatable access to space, Neutron development, operational expansion and business strategy are forward-looking statements. The words “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “potential,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “could,” “would,” “project,” “plan,” “target,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, though not all forward-looking statements use these words or expressions. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the factors, risks and uncertainties included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, as such factors may be updated from time to time in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations section of our website at www.rocketlabcorp.com, which could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any such forward-looking statements represent management’s estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change.

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  • Signing 3-year contract extension with Rams a ‘life-changing moment’

    Signing 3-year contract extension with Rams a ‘life-changing moment’

    WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. – About a month removed from signing a one-year deal with the Rams in free agency, inside linebacker Nate Landmanquickly began to realize this was his NFL home.

    “I think it really started with OTAs, that’s…

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  • Brightstar Lottery Enhances Retail Lottery Experience in Malaysia with Delivery of 1,200 New Terminals

    Brightstar Lottery Enhances Retail Lottery Experience in Malaysia with Delivery of 1,200 New Terminals

    LONDON, Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) (“Brightstar”) announced today that it has signed a contract with Pan Malaysian Pools SDN BHD (“PMP”), a licensed numbers forecast operator in Malaysia, to supply and deliver 1,200 Retailer Pro S2 terminals as part of PMP’s ongoing quest to upgrade its business infrastructure. The Retailer Pro S2 offers high performance, reliability, and a variety of options and peripherals to meet the current and future needs of lotteries and retailers.

    “Deploying Brightstar’s Retailer Pro S2 terminals will provide several added benefits for PMP, our retailers, and players,” said Tan Kong Han, PMP Managing Director. “The many components of this sophisticated terminal will support PMP in our efforts to offer modern experiences for our players, reliable solutions for retailers, and enhance productivity and profitability in our business that continuously funds The Community Chest, which establishes and develops schools throughout Malaysia.”

    “Brightstar’s Retailer Pro S2 represents the next-generation evolution of our industry-leading Retailer Pro terminal, now more compact, powerful, and flexible,” said Marco Tasso, Brightstar Chief Operating Officer International and Italy Operations. “Designed for dynamic retail environments like those in Malaysia, the S2 redefines player engagement by offering a range of interactive options that elevate the experience for PMP’s players.”

    Engineered for speed and reliability, the Retailer Pro S2 features a 15.6″ full HD clerk-facing touchscreen and is powered by a high-performance processor that ensures rapid transaction processing. Its ergonomic, modular design supports multiple player-facing displays and a broad range of peripherals – including barcode scanners, fingerprint readers, NFC technology, and webcams – enabling flexible and engaging player interactions. This next-generation terminal reflects Brightstar’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence across diverse retail environments.

    Brightstar serves nearly 90 lottery customers and their players on six continents. It is the primary technology provider to 26 of the 46 lottery jurisdictions in the U.S. and eight of the world’s 10 largest lotteries.

    For more information, visit us at brightstarlottery.com or follow along on LinkedIn.

    About Brightstar Lottery PLC
    Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, entertain players and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.

    Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
    This news release may contain forward-looking statements (including within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) concerning Brightstar Lottery PLC and its consolidated subsidiaries (the “Company”) and other matters. These statements may discuss goals, intentions, and expectations as to future plans, trends, events, products and services, customer relationships, results of operations, or financial condition, or otherwise, based on current beliefs of the management of the Company as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, such management. Forward-looking statements may be accompanied by words such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “plan,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “shall,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “future,” “guidance,” “intend,” “may,” “will,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project” or the negative or other variations of them. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are made and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside the Company’s control. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may differ materially from those predicted in the forward-looking statements and from past results, performance, or achievements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on such statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include (but are not limited to) macroeconomic, regulatory and political uncertainty, including as a result of new or increased tariffs, trade wars, and other restrictions on trade between or among countries in which the Company operates, and related changes in discretionary consumer spending and behavior, fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, and the other factors and risks described in the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F for the financial year ended December 31, 2024 and other documents filed or furnished from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and on the investor relations section of the Company’s website at www.brightstarlottery.com. Except as required under applicable law, the Company does not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements. You should carefully consider these factors and other risks and uncertainties that may affect the Company’s business. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. All subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to the Company, or persons acting on its behalf, are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

    Contact:
    Mike DeAngelis, Corporate Communications, +1 (401) 392-1000, [email protected]
    Matteo Selva, Italian media inquiries, +39 366 6803635
    James Hurley, Investor Relations, +1 (401) 392-7190

    © 2025 Brightstar Lottery PLC

    The trademarks and/or service marks used herein are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Brightstar Lottery PLC, its affiliates or its licensors.

    SOURCE Brightstar Lottery PLC

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  • ‘Cognitive decline starts long before diagnosis…’ 6 steps to prevent it, according to top doc |

    ‘Cognitive decline starts long before diagnosis…’ 6 steps to prevent it, according to top doc |

    We often think that cognitive decline starts when we are older, maybe in our 60s, or 70s, however, that is not true, says Dr. Vass, M.D. Cognitive decline builds up slowly, over a period of time, over years, starting as young as 30s, and 40s!…

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  • George Clooney To Be Honored With Lincoln Center’s Chaplin Award

    George Clooney To Be Honored With Lincoln Center’s Chaplin Award

    George Clooney is set to be honored with Film at Lincoln Center‘s 51st Chaplin Award. The gala is scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026.

    The FLC is honoring the actor for his career in Hollywood and his humanitarian work.

    Clooney’s…

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  • PCOS, race, and obesity drive hypertension and metabolic risk

    PCOS, race, and obesity drive hypertension and metabolic risk

    Key takeaways:

    • Non-Hispanic Black women had significantly higher odds of hypertension and pre-metabolic syndrome, regardless of PCOS status.
    • Obesity strongly amplified cardiovascular risks in women with PCOS, especially for Stage 1 hypertension…

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