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From Soccer Stars to Business Acquisitions: A Whirlwind of Events

Business - Finance - Fintech - Luxury Watches - Market Pressures - Soccer

Exciting updates on Samuel Lusale, The Courier Guy, AVI, and Bidvest. Stay tuned for unexpected twists and turns!

From soccer talent to business acquisitions, the headlines are buzzing with a mix of sports and finance news. Crystal Palace Under-18s forward, Samuel Lusale, receives a surprising call-up to the Slovakia Under-17s team, showcasing his versatility on and off the field. On the business front, private equity firm Adenia Partners acquires The Courier Guy, setting the stage for growth and expansion in the delivery industry. AVI defies the odds with a 17% increase in earnings in a challenging market, while Bidvest shows resilience with a 5% earnings boost despite tough trading conditions.

In the world of leisure, a Thule Up Ride Bike Rack is up for sale, highlighting the ever-changing needs of vehicle owners. As markets fluctuate, Chinese President Xi Jinping faces pressure to resist market forces and strategize amidst global challenges. Meanwhile, former KwaSizabantu members unveil plans to address longstanding issues within the mission, revealing a complex web of internal dynamics and external influences.

Exciting times ahead as Samuel Lusale and The Courier Guy make unexpected moves in their respective fields. AVI and Bidvest showcase financial prowess amidst market uncertainties. Stay tuned for more updates on these dynamic developments!

Samuel Lusale called up to Slovakia U17s (Crystal Palace)

Crystal Palace Under-18s forward Samuel Lusale has been called up to represent the Slovakia Under-17s side ahead of their 2024 UEFA European U17 ...

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The Courier Guy gets picked up by Adenia (Business Day)

Private equity firm Adenia Partners has acquired 100% of last-mile delivery and express parcel service provider The Courier Guy, vowing to take the business ...

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AVI first-half earnings up 17% despite tough environment (Business Day)

Consumer goods group AVI has reported a satisfactory interim performance, increasing earnings by 17% in a tough trading environment.

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Bidvest first half earnings up 5% despite 'pedestrian' trading backdrop (Business Day)

Five of its seven divisions reported double-digit trading profit growth.

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Thule Up Ride Bike Rack | Bike Racks | Bike Hub (BikeHub)

maybe 6 months old. Still excellent condition. no damage or kinks. selling due to trading up vehicles that no longer have roof rails. Keys for all Locks.

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Xi Jinping to resist market pressure to step up China stimulus efforts (Financial Times)

Delegates set for National People's Congress as Beijing faces geopolitical, demographic and economic hurdles.

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Fed up of 'tired old trope', ex-KwaSizabantu members plan to haul ... (News24)

Spokesperson Dirk Combrink claims that ex-member Erika Bornman and other "conspirators" were part of a campaign to collapse the mission. The group - Bornman and ...

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Is time up for the luxury watch boom? (Financial Times)

The so-called holy trinity of Swiss watchmakers is made up of family-owned Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and Richemont-owned Vacheron Constantin, who sell via ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo told to 'shut up' after claiming Saudi Pro League ... (Goal.com)

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told to “shut up”, with the Portuguese accused of allowing Lionel Messi to influence his thoughts on the Saudi Pro League.

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Egypt studies plan to expand Suez Canal to speed up transit time (Creamer Media's Engineering News)

Egypt is carrying out a feasibility study on further expanding the Suez Canal in a push to speed up transit times and avert potential blockages in a ...

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AVI earnings rise 17% as it pushes up prices (Business Day)

Consumer goods group AVI, whose brands include Bakers biscuits and Five Roses tea, says inefficiency at SA ports and failing infrastructure are adding to ...

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South Africa Poised To Shake Up Its Fintech Sector With Bold New ... (WeeTracker Media)

The proposed Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill is poised to transform the South African finance sector, industry players reckon, ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo told to "shut up" for his comments 'subtly aimed at ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Cristiano Ronaldo has been blasted for comments that appear to take aim at Lionel Messi, with the duo approaching the end of their glittering careers having ...

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Up Entertainment Expands Streaming Bundle with GaitherTV+, Minno (Variety)

Up Entertainment is expanding its streaming package, adding gospel music service GaitherTV+ and kid-centric Minno to create a family-friendly bundle.

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Merafe guides to full year basic earnings of up a 34% higher ... (Mining MX)

MERAFE Resources, the Johannesburg-listed ferrochrome producer said in a trading statement on Monday basic earnings for the year ended December 31 would be ...

Unilever calls on industry associations to step up climate efforts (Unilever)

As we release our first Climate Policy Engagement Review, Unilever's Chief Sustainability Officer, Rebecca Marmot, reveals why we are calling on industry ...

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Woburn photographer uses invention to clean up Horn Pond, turns ... (CBS Boston)

A Woburn man is cleaning up the environment with sweat equity and his invention to catch trash in the waterways.

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South Africa's Shoprite profit up 7.6% in first half (Reuters)

Shoprite , South Africa's biggest supermarket group, reported on Tuesday a 7.6% rise in its half-year profit, supported by a record Black Friday and festive ...

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Sibanye-Stillwater is weighing up offers for SA uranium - Miningmx (Mining MX)

“We have had interest out of Canada, Australia – your key uranium jurisdictions,” said Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman who said his company was also ...

Dylan Reid called up to Scotland U19s (Crystal Palace)

Crystal Palace Under-21s midfielder Dylan Reid has been called up to represent Scotland Under-19s ahead of their 2024 UEFA European U19 Championship Elite ...

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