Il prossimo è previsto per venerdì 7 agosto alle 18, nella piazza di Spedaletto, dove Barbara Beneforti presenterà il suo ultimo romanzo, Tre giorni senza conseguenze (Tralerighe Libri, 2026). A dialogare con l’autrice sarà Grazia Frisina, mentre le letture saranno affidate alle “ragazze” di Spedaletto.

Ambientato nel minuscolo borgo di Poggio Lustro, sull’Appennino toscano, il romanzo prende avvio dal ritrovamento di un teschio riportato alla luce dopo una violenta tempesta. Da questa scoperta si sviluppa una vicenda dalle tinte gialle che riporta in scena Diana, Chiara e Nora, le tre ex sessantottine già protagoniste de Il tempo dell’incanto. Insieme a tre giovani studiose, le protagoniste intraprendono un’indagine che le conduce a fare i conti con una drammatica vicenda di violenza legata agli anni Settanta, intrecciando memoria storica, impegno civile e ricerca della verità.

Barbara Beneforti, nata a Firenze nel 1968, è laureata in Lettere con una tesi in dialettologia italiana. Vive sulle colline pistoiesi e lavora come funzionaria al Ministero della Giustizia. In passato ha operato alla Provincia di Pistoia, occupandosi di pari opportunità, immigrazione e contrasto alle discriminazioni, esperienza da cui sono nate le pubblicazioni Tra luoghi comuni e realtà. Rom e Sinti a Pistoia (2012) e Potere alla parola (2014). È autrice di saggi dedicati a dialetti, tradizioni popolari e migrazioni, oltre che di diversi romanzi, tra cui L’ultima stagione. Storia contadina (2011), La disertora (2016), La strana storia della murata di via degli Armeni (2020) e Il tempo dell’incanto (2023). Nelle sue opere la scrittura diventa uno strumento di memoria e impegno civile, con l’obiettivo di dare voce a persone e storie spesso dimenticate.

61% of Adults Feel More Comfortable Expressing Themselves When Others Do the Same
 

LONDON, Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — New global research* from Velo highlights the growing need for shared experiences, as Velo launches “Echoes of Tomorrowland” – a global network of live events and synchronised livestreams that bring the magical experience of Tomorrowland to fans around the world. 

The campaign is backed by new research* that found that almost two in five adults (39%) say building meaningful connections has become harder with age. This is driven by a range of factors, including difficulty in finding people with the same interests (28%), feeling awkward (27%) fear of rejection (24%), and a fear of being judged (21%). 

Velo, the leading nicotine pouch brand in Europe** made for true originals, and Tomorrowland together believe the ultimate catalyst for breaking down these barriers is the music itself. The physical dancefloor acts as a powerful space for connection, driven by its unique role in self-expression. 30% of respondents agree the dancefloor is where they feel most able to show up as their authentic selves and “dance like nobody’s watching”, while 61% feel more comfortable expressing themselves when they see others doing the same. This leads to meaningful connections, with 27% of 25-35 year olds agreeing that friendships made at live music or cultural events are more genuine than those formed in other social settings. 

With many fans unable to attend Tomorrowland in person, Velo brought the festival’s energy, culture, and community beyond. And to prove that self-expression is contagious, the campaign kicked off with a bespoke social experiment at the Tomorrowland Store in Ibiza where guests were handed a beautifully crafted physical butterfly half and challenged to find a stranger holding the other half to complete the butterfly. This interactive social experiment instantly turned a room of strangers into an active, collaborative community. 

The event, which took place on Friday 17th July, was headlined by Ukrainian house and techno DJ, Korolova, and featured a livestream from Tomorrowland’s mainstage. Recreating Tomorrowland’s unique culture of spontaneous community, Velo welcomed a mix of consumer fans alongside hosted media from the UK and Spain, and lifestyle and music creators flown in from all corners of the globe. 

Through connected “Echo” events in Ibiza and others – featuring live stages, synchronised streams, and DJ sets – “Echoes of Tomorrowland” creates a unique space and opportunity for dance music fans to fully express themselves and experience something new together. 

Reflecting on the unique energy of the night, global DJ headliner Korolova said: “The dancefloor is one of the few places where people feel completely free to express who they are without judgment. That’s the energy I felt throughout the night in Ibiza, thanks to Velo – it was incredible to watch everyone let go, show up as their true selves, and celebrate their originality together.”
 

Supporting artist Camden Cox added: “What stayed with me from the night was watching total strangers connect so easily through a shared experience. Sometimes all people need is a small invitation to start a conversation, and seeing the crowd use the physical butterflies to break the ice and dance together was pure magic.”
 

Malky Brown, Global Head of Content & Partnerships at BAT, commented: “With ‘Echoes of Tomorrowland’, we wanted to recreate the sense of connection that makes the festival so special. By encouraging people to step outside their comfort zones and connect with others, we brought to life Velo’s belief that self-expression can bring people closer together.”
 

To watch the official event wrap film and discover more about Velo, visit
@velo.global
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For +18 nicotine consumers only. This product contains nicotine and is addictive.
 

* 2009 Nicotine users (Aged 18+), who have used nicotine products for at least the past six months and are currently at least weekly users of nicotine products across the UK, Spain, Pakistan, Poland, and Austria. Research conducted between 16.06.2026 – 22.06.2026. 

** Based on Velo estimated volume share in measured retail in the following key nicotine pouch markets in Europe: Sweden, Denmark, UK, Poland and Switzerland, calculated for the year 2025. 

Enquiries

For more information, please contact:  

Elin Thomas  

Consumer & Brand PR Manager  

BAT (Nicoventures Communications (Switzerland) SA) 

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Il 61% degli adulti si sente più a proprio agio nell’esprimersi quando anche gli altri fanno lo stesso
 

LONDRA, Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Una nuova ricerca globale* condotta da Velo evidenzia il crescente bisogno di esperienze condivise, proprio mentre Velo lancia “Echoes of Tomorrowland”, una rete globale di eventi dal vivo e dirette streaming sincronizzate che portano la magica esperienza del Tomorrowland ai fan di tutto il mondo. 

La campagna si basa su una nuova ricerca* in cui quasi due adulti su cinque (39%) hanno affermato che instaurare relazioni significative sia più difficile con l’avanzare dell’età. Ciò dipende da una serie di fattori, tra cui la difficoltà a trovare persone con gli stessi interessi (28%), il senso di imbarazzo (27%), la paura del rifiuto (24%) e il timore di essere giudicati (21%). 

Velo, brand leader in Europa** nel settore dei sacchetti di nicotina pensato per chi ama distinguersi, e Tomorrowland, sono convinti che il vero catalizzatore per abbattere queste barriere sia proprio la musica. Consentendo di esprimere se stessi, la pista da ballo è un potente luogo di connessione. Il 30% degli intervistati concorda sul fatto che la pista da ballo sia il luogo in cui si sentono più liberi di essere se stessi e di “ballare come se nessuno li guardasse”, mentre il 61% si sente più a proprio agio nell’esprimersi quando vede gli altri fare lo stesso. Questo porta a creare legami significativi: il 27% dei giovani tra i 25 e i 35 anni afferma che le amicizie nate in occasione di concerti o eventi culturali siano più sincere di quelle instaurate in altri contesti sociali. 

Dato che molti fan non hanno potuto partecipare di persona al Tomorrowland, Velo ha diffuso l’energia, la cultura e lo spirito di comunità del festival ben oltre i confini dell’evento. E, a dimostrazione del fatto che l’espressione di sé è contagiosa, la campagna è stata avviata con un esperimento sociale su misura presso il Tomorrowland Store di Ibiza. Agli ospiti è stata consegnata la metà di una splendida farfalla realizzata artigianalmente, con la sfida di trovare uno sconosciuto in possesso dell’altra metà per completarla. In un attimo, questo esperimento sociale interattivo ha trasformato una stanza piena di sconosciuti in una comunità attiva e collaborativa. 

L’evento, tenutosi venerdì 17 luglio, ha visto come protagonista la DJ ucraina di musica house e techno Korolova, con una diretta streaming dal palco principale del Tomorrowland. Rievocando l’inconfondibile cultura del Tomorrowland, caratterizzata da una comunità spontanea, Velo ha accolto un pubblico eterogeneo composto da fan e giornalisti invitati dal Regno Unito e dalla Spagna, oltre a creator di contenuti legati al lifestyle e alla musica giunti da ogni parte del mondo. 

Attraverso una serie di eventi “Echo” collegati tra loro a Ibiza e in altre località, con esibizioni dal vivo, streaming sincronizzati e DJ set, “Echoes of Tomorrowland” crea un luogo unico per offrire agli appassionati di musica dance l’opportunità di esprimersi appieno e di vivere un’esperienza nuova insieme. 

In merito all’energia creatasi nella serata, la DJ di fama mondiale Korolova ha affermato: “La pista da ballo è uno dei pochi luoghi in cui le persone si sentono completamente libere di esprimere se stesse senza essere giudicate. È proprio questa la forza che ho percepito per tutta la serata a Ibiza, grazie a Velo: è stato incredibile vedere tutti lasciarsi andare, mostrarsi per quello che sono davvero e celebrare la propria originalità insieme.”
 

L’artista ospite Camden Cox ha aggiunto: “Ciò che mi è rimasto impresso della serata è stato vedere persone completamente sconosciute entrare in sintonia con estrema facilità grazie a un’esperienza condivisa. A volte basta un piccolo spunto per dare il via a una conversazione, e vedere la folla usare le farfalle per rompere il ghiaccio e ballare insieme è stata pura magia.”
 

Malky Brown, Global Head of Content & Partnerships presso BAT, ha commentato: “Con ‘Echoes of Tomorrowland’ abbiamo voluto ricreare quel senso di connessione che rende il festival così speciale. Incoraggiando le persone a uscire dalla propria zona di comfort e a entrare in contatto con gli altri, abbiamo dato vita alla convinzione di Velo secondo cui l’espressione di sé può avvicinare le persone.”
 

Per guardare il video ufficiale dell’evento e scoprire di più su Velo, visitare 
@velo.global
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Riservato esclusivamente ai consumatori di nicotina di età superiore ai 18 anni. Questo prodotto contiene nicotina e crea dipendenza.
 

* 2.009 Consumatori di nicotina (di età pari o superiore a 18 anni) che hanno utilizzato prodotti a base di nicotina almeno negli ultimi sei mesi e che attualmente ne fanno uso almeno una volta alla settimana nel Regno Unito, in Spagna, in Pakistan, in Polonia e in Austria. Ricerca condotta dal 16 giugno 2026 al 22 giugno 2026. 

** Sulla base della quota di volume stimata da Velo nel mercato al dettaglio monitorato nei seguenti mercati chiave europei dei sacchetti di nicotina: Svezia, Danimarca, Regno Unito, Polonia e Svizzera, calcolata per l’anno 2025. 

Richieste

Per maggiori informazioni, contattare  

Elin Thomas  

Consumer & Brand PR Manager  

BAT (Nicoventures Communications (Switzerland) SA) 

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Powered by Infosys Topaz Fabric to enable intelligent, agentic IT operations 

BENGALURU, India and ESPOO, Finland, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infosys, (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, today announced a significant expansion of its long-standing collaboration with Metsä Group, a globally operating forest industry company based in Finland. Under this multi-year engagement, Infosys will support the transformation of Metsä Group’s IT landscape towards a more efficient, unified, and AI-ready operating model, while delivering end-to-end IT services across the company’s global operations. 

Infosys will draw on its industry expertise and technology capabilities to manage Metsä Group’s application management, cloud operations, workplace services, on-site IT/OT interface support, and service desk operations, across both mill and office locations. Through these efforts, Infosys will help drive productivity and economies of scale, while laying the groundwork for continuous innovation through automation, generative AI, and data-driven service management. 

Central to the transformation is Infosys Topaz Fabric, a purpose-built, composable and open agentic services suite, that will power agentic AI capabilities and embed intelligence across Metsä Group’s IT operations. It will also help lift service delivery, speed up issue resolution, and enable cost savings across the expanded engagement. 

Kristiina Lammila, Chief Information Officer of Metsä Group, said, “This engagement marks a new chapter in Metsä’s long-standing collaboration with Infosys, as we simplify and transform our IT sourcing model to meet the efficiency demands of today’s business environment. We are confident in our joint ability to deliver on these targets and accelerate the transformation of Metsä’s IT, powered by AI.” 

Ruchir Budhwar, EVP & Industry Head, Europe, Manufacturing, Infosys, said, “The forestry industry is contending with rising cost pressures, growing operational complexity, and the need to scale AI-driven innovation, all at once. Metsä Group is approaching this with real clarity and ambition, and its decision to consolidate and transform the Group’s IT with Infosys reflects the trust built over years of collaboration. Infosys brings deep manufacturing sector expertise and a proven AI-first approach, with Infosys Topaz Fabric driving intelligent, agentic operations at the heart of this engagement. We are fully committed to delivering the outcomes that matter most to Metsä’s business, while deepening our long-term commitment to the Finnish market and strengthening our position as a leading technology partner in the region.” 

About Metsä Group 

Metsä Group has its roots in the Finnish forest: our parent company Metsäliitto Cooperative is owned by approximately 90,000 forest owners. We make wood products that people around the world need every day. We focus on pulp, paperboards, tissue and greaseproof papers, wood products, and wood supply and forest services. We are committed to regenerative forestry that measurably strengthens the forest ecosystem. We promote a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion. In 2025, our sales totalled EUR 5.8 billion, and we employ about 8,800 people. 

More information: www.metsagroup.comFollow Metsä Group: LinkedIn Instagram
 

About Infosys 

Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY) is a global leader in AI first business consulting and technology services. Over 325,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses, and communities. As navigators of enterprise transformation, we enable businesses in 59 countries to unlock AI value at scale. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we accelerate business transformation through our AI-first value framework, deep domain expertise, and our unique ability to orchestrate innovations from our AI-native partner ecosystem. Infosys is recognized as the fastest growing IT services brand globally, committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable partner for our clients where deep talent expertise, in an inclusive workplace, help them navigate their next. 

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CHENGDU, China, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TONGWEI, a global leader in renewable energy and one of the world’s largest integrated photovoltaic manufacturers, has once again secured a place on the 2026 Fortune Global 500, ranking No. 464 globally. This marks the fourth consecutive year that TONGWEI has been included in the prestigious ranking, recognizing its strong manufacturing capabilities, business resilience, and continued growth in the global clean energy market. 

The 2026 Fortune Global 500 ranking reflects the scale and competitiveness of global enterprises. The companies listed this year generated combined revenues of approximately US$43.1 trillion, exceeding one-third of global GDP. The minimum revenue threshold for entry increased from US$32.2 billion to US$33.2 billion, representing a 3% year-on-year rise. Despite a challenging global economic environment, only 122 companies from China made the list, making China the second-largest contributor after the United States. 

Against the backdrop of global economic uncertainty and ongoing industrial transformation, TONGWEI’s continued presence on the Fortune Global 500 represents international recognition of its comprehensive strength. It also reflects growing confidence in the long-term value and development potential of the renewable energy industry. 

Built on advanced manufacturing capabilities and continuous technological innovation, TONGWEI has established a vertically integrated photovoltaic ecosystem covering high-purity polysilicon, solar cells, and PV modules. Through large-scale intelligent manufacturing, strict quality control, and sustained R&D investment, TONGWEI continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in solar technology. 

Among its latest innovations, the TNC 3.0 module series represents TONGWEI’s next-generation high-efficiency PV solution. Designed with advanced cell and module technologies, TNC 3.0 delivers higher power output, improved conversion efficiency, and enhanced energy yield for diverse application scenarios. The series achieves a maximum power output of 770W and efficiency of up to 24.8%, helping customers further reduce LCOE and maximize project returns. 

Building on the TNC platform, TNC 3.0 BIFIMAX further enhances energy generation potential with superior bifacial performance. Certified by TÜV Rheinland, the module achieves a bifaciality of up to 93.07%, making it highly suitable for utility-scale projects and applications with strong rear-side irradiation potential. 

From Fortune Global 500 recognition to continuous breakthroughs in photovoltaic technology, TONGWEI is leveraging its manufacturing excellence and innovation capabilities to support the global transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. 

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“È con dolore e commozione che l’Ordine dei Medici Chirurghi e Odontoiatri di Pistoia piange la scomparsa dopo una rapida malattia di Patrizia Niccolai, per oltre 20 anni riferimento della segreteria dell’Ordine per tutti gli iscritti e i colleghi.

La sua figura si è distinta nel tempo per uno straordinario spirito di servizio, sempre caratterizzato da grande competenza, costante disponibilità e umanità.

L’Ordine – la Presidente dottoressa Paola David, il Consiglio, le colleghe Ilaria e Claudia della Segreteria e l’ufficio stampa – insieme a tutti coloro che hanno avuto il privilegio di conoscerla e di collaborare con lei in questi anni, si stringe con profondo affetto alla famiglia in questo momento di grande dolore”.

Non sono ancora del tutto chiare le dinamiche dell’incidente, ma a scontrarsi sono state un auto che stava salendo in direzione Signorino e una moto che, al contrario, stava scendendo. Il motociclista faceva parte di un gruppo di centauri che poi ha provveduto a dare l’allarme; in poco tempo sono arrivate ambulanze proveniente da Pistoia e Porretta, ma anche l’elisoccorso emiliano di Pavullo.

Sia il motociclista che le due persone all’interno dell’auto sono state trasportate in ospedale, ma ad avere la peggio è stato il primo, un 33enne di Altopascio, che dopo essere stato trasportato in condizioni gravissime al San Jacopo di Pistoia è stato poi trasferito al CTO di Careggi, dove è stato poi constatato il decesso.

Partnership creates a new pathway for community players to experience the Australian Open 

QINGDAO, China, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Haier, the world’s No.1 major appliances brand, today announced its partnership with AO 1 Point Slam, an innovative tennis initiative launched by the Australian Open that provides grassroots players with the opportunity to experience the excitement of Grand Slam competition. 

The partnership connects local tennis communities with the world’s premier tennis stage, giving players of all ages and skill levels the chance to compete in local qualifying events and earn the opportunity to compete on Rod Laver Arena during Australian Open Opening Week. 

To encourage broader community participation, Tennis Australia and Haier are calling on tennis clubs, associations, schools, and coaches across the country to host qualifying events. Each main-draw player at AO Opening Week will represent a local community, with the club associated with the eventual champion receiving a tennis development grant to support grassroots growth. 

“Our long-standing partnership with the Australian Open has allowed Haier to connect with tennis fans and communities around the world. By expanding our collaboration to include AO 1 Point Slam, we are creating new opportunities to engage with a broader community of players and fans, bringing the excitement of the Australian Open closer to tennis communities worldwide,” said Wang Meiyan, Vice President and Chief Brand Officer of Haier Group. 

“We are delighted to extend our partnership with Haier to the AO 1 Point Slam,” Tennis Australia Chief Commercial Officer Cedric Cornelis said. “Haier’s dedication to innovation and quality aligns perfectly with the values of our sport. This collaboration will not only elevate one of the newest tennis events but also supports grassroots tennis communities around the country.” 

Building on more than two decades of sports marketing experience since its first collaboration with the Melbourne Tigers in 2004, Haier has expanded its presence across world-class sporting properties, partnering with leading football clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool FC, as well as major global events including the Australian Open and Roland-Garros. 

Through these partnerships, Haier engages with diverse audiences around the world while gaining deeper insights into local cultures and consumer lifestyles. These experiences continue to inform Haier’s approach to developing products and solutions that meet the evolving needs of households across different markets. 

With a global R&D network and localized innovation capabilities, Haier develops smart home solutions designed around different household environments and lifestyles. From energy-efficient washing machines tailored to European households to large-capacity appliances developed for North American consumers, Haier continues to adapt its innovations to meet diverse consumer needs. 

Recognized as the world’s No.1 major appliances brand by retail volume for 17 consecutive years and as a leading global smart home enterprise, Haier strengthens its market leadership through innovation, consumer-focused solutions and local engagement. By bringing together sports, communities and technology, the company seeks to create lasting value for consumers worldwide. 

For more information on community event hosting, registration, and participation details, visit tennis.com.au/one-point-slam.  

About Haier Group 

Founded in 1984, Haier Group is a leading global provider of solutions for better living and digital transformation, with the purpose of “More Creation, More Possibilities”. The company has established 10 R&D centers, 35 industrial parks, and 173 manufacturing centers worldwide, generating global revenue of USD 59.8 billion in 2025. Haier is the world’s only IoT Ecosystem Brand that has been ranked among the Kantar BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands for 8 consecutive years. Additionally, Haier has ranked No.1 in brand share of global major home appliance sales by Euromonitor International for 17 consecutive years. 

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Già ex giocatore, Della Rosa rimane ancora un punto fermo per i tifosi della Baraonda Biancorossa, di cui ha fatto parte per anni prima di mettere gli scarpini e poi successivamente di prendere in mano tabelle e schemi. Tifoso, giocatore e poi coach, un vero e proprio simbolo per la Pistoia sportiva come ha evidenziato lo stesso club nel comunicato ufficiale.

“Lumos Pistoia Basket ssd arl comunica di aver risolto consensualmente il contratto ancora in essere con coach Tommaso Della Rosa.

A Tommaso vanno i ringraziamenti del Club per l’impegno, la passione e l’attaccamento alla piazza dimostrati durante i suoi anni in biancorosso, prima da giocatore e poi da allenatore. A lui vanno anche i migliori auguri per il suo futuro professionale”.

MUMBAI, India, 5 agosto 2026 /PRNewswire/ –Piramal Pharma Solutions (“PPS”), una delle principali organizzazioni mondiali di sviluppo e produzione a contratto (CDMO), parte di Piramal Pharma Ltd. (NSE: PPLPHARMA) (BSE: 543635), ha avviato una suite di essiccazione a spruzzo all’avanguardia presso il suo stabilimento dedicato allo sviluppo e alla produzione di peptidi a Turbhe, in India. Questo ampliamento strategico consente PPS di affrontare i complessi problemi di formulazione associati ai peptidi e ad altre molecole complesse e di soddisfare la crescente domanda di queste molecole innovative. 

L’essiccazione a spruzzo trasforma le formulazioni liquide in polveri secche in un unico passaggio, consentendo agli sviluppatori di farmaci di migliorare la biodisponibilità, ottenere dimensioni delle particelle precise ed elaborare composti sensibili in modo sicuro. Questa tecnica è particolarmente cruciale per i peptidi, che sono instabili ad alte temperature e spesso richiedono un rigoroso controllo delle proprietà delle particelle. La sua natura delicata ed efficace consente agli sviluppatori di farmaci di migliorare la solubilità, semplificare la produzione su scala industriale e aumentare la velocità, il tutto preservando l’integrità molecolare della loro API peptidica. 

La nuova suite di essiccazione a spruzzo funziona come un sistema a circuito chiuso, dotato di una propria fornitura di gas inerte e di misure di sicurezza avanzate, tra cui HVAC specifico, ingressi e uscite con camere di compensazione (airlock), isolamento dell’operatore e un’area dedicata alla pulizia. Ciò consente la manipolazione sicura di composti potenti e solventi organici che richiedono contenimento fino alla Banda 5. Per rafforzare ulteriormente queste capacità, l’area di lavorazione mantiene standard di pulizia ISO di Classe 8 (Classe 100.000), garantendo un rigoroso controllo dell’ambiente durante le operazioni. 

Progettata per lotti di piccole dimensioni e potenza elevata, l’unità supporta velocità di alimentazione fino a 1 litro all’ora. Può spruzzare a secco soluzioni altamente concentrate, anche quelle con contenuto di acqua fino al 30%, il che la rende particolarmente preziosa per la formulazione di biomolecole e peptidi di grandi dimensioni. In condizioni ottimali, la suite può essere utilizzata anche per formulazioni di piccole molecole a basso volume. 

“I peptidi presentano alcune delle sfide di formulazione più complesse nello sviluppo farmaceutico, a causa della loro instabilità intrinseca e della sensibilità alle condizioni di lavorazione”, ha dichiarato il dottor Jordi Bacardit, Global Technical Lead on Peptides e membro del Science Collective di PPS. “L’essiccazione a spruzzo affronta queste sfide distinte consentendo un rigoroso controllo sui componenti chiave come la temperatura e l’ambiente del solvente. Con l’aggiunta della suite di essiccazione a spruzzo a Turbhe, possiamo aiutare i nostri partner a fornire formulazioni peptidiche stabili e di alta qualità a pazienti bisognosi in tutto il mondo”. 

Con peptidi e altre molecole complesse che svolgono un ruolo sempre più vitale nei moderni prodotti farmaceutici, questo ampliamento con la suyite di essiccazione a spruzzo posiziona ulteriormente PPS come partner di fiducia in una vasta gamma di aree terapeutiche. 

Informazioni su Piramal Pharma Solutions 

Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) è un’organizzazione di sviluppo e produzione a contratto (CDMO) che offre soluzioni di sviluppo e produzione end-to-end per tutto il ciclo di vita dei farmaci. Serviamo i nostri clienti attraverso una rete globale integrata di strutture in Nord America, Europa e Asia. Questo ci consente di offrire una gamma completa di servizi, tra cui soluzioni per la scoperta di farmaci, servizi di sviluppo farmaceutico e di processo, forniture per studi clinici, fornitura commerciale di API e forme farmaceutiche finite. Offriamo anche servizi specializzati come lo sviluppo e la produzione di API altamente potenti, coniugazioni farmaco-anticorpo, riempimento/finitura in condizioni sterili, servizi e prodotti con l’utilizzo di peptidi nonché potenti prodotti farmaceutici solidi per somministrazione per via orale. PPS offre anche servizi di sviluppo e produzione per biologi tra cui vaccini e terapie geniche, grazie aalla società associata di Piramal Pharma Limited: Yapan Bio Private Limited. 

Per ulteriori informazioni, visitare: Piramal Pharma Solutions, LinkedIn, Facebook, X
 

Informazioni su Piramal Pharma Limited 

Piramal Pharma Limited (PPL, NSE: PPLPHARMA I BSE: 543635), offre un portafoglio di prodotti e servizi differenziati attraverso i suoi 17* impianti di sviluppo e produzione a livello mondiale e una rete globale di distribuzione in più di 100 stati. PPL include Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), un’organizzazione integrata di sviluppo e produzione a contratto; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), un’azienda di farmaci generici complessi per ospedali e l’azienda Piramal Consumer Healthcare, che vende prodotti da banco e per il wellness. Inoltre, una delle aziende associate di PPL, Abbvie Therapeutics India Private Limited, una joint venture tra Abbvie e PPL, è emersa come uno dei leader di mercato nell’area della terapia oftalmologica nel mercato farmaceutico indiano. Inoltre, PPL detiene una partecipazione strategica di minoranza in Yapan Bio Private Limited, che opera nei segmenti dei prodotti biologici/bioterapeutici e dei vaccini. 

Per ulteriori informazioni, visitare: Piramal Pharma, LinkedIn
 

* Include una struttura tramite una partecipazione di minoranza di PPL in Yapan Bio. 

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BERLIN, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From Beneath Ancient Rome to the Future of the Power Grid: a new mini-documentary series by Nicely Done Productions reveals the hidden infrastructure of modern life, hosted on National Geographic’s global digital platform. 

Threads of Connectivity follows 5 companies building the systems that keep modern life moving in a new documentary series available on National Geographic’s digital platform. 

As AI, electrification and rising demand push our infrastructures to record strain, each of the 5 episodes follows a global company solving a problem the world relies on.   

Boldyn Networks is delivering 5G across Rome’s metro serving 18 million people, in what it calls the ‘largest smart city connectivity project ever built in Italy’, without disturbing the ancient city above. 

Medtronic is advancing the future of spine surgery, one of medicine’s most complex specialties, through its AiBLE™ smart ecosystem which combines decades of clinical expertise with AI-enabled planning, robotics, and real-world data to help surgeons make more informed decisions across the surgical workflow. 

Genesys is redesigning customer service around agentic AI, and is doing it as Europe writes new rules for responsible AI. “AI is going to elevate the human skills that matter the most,” says Tony Bates, CEO of Genesys. 

Carrier has been enhancing the lives we live for more than 120 years. “Every generation faces challenges that reshape how we live,” said Carrier’s Nick Arch. “A century ago, it was making indoor comfort possible. Today, it’s making that comfort more intelligent, efficient and resilient for the future.” Carrier is helping turn homes into intelligent energy systems that reduce grid strain and optimize when and how power is used. 

OATI is an energy company that builds software that can keep the grid stable as renewables and electric vehicles flood onto networks worldwide. “This is the time when electricity becomes a data product,” says one grid operator in the film. 

What connects them is simple. The systems modern life depends on are being rebuilt to be stronger, smarter and more connected, by people we never see. 

“The most important engineering of our time is happening where no one can see it, from the tunnels beneath Rome to the software steadying the grid,” says Jay Slater, CEO of Nicely Done Productions. “We made this series to bring it into the light.” 

Episodes go live on NatGeo.com. Content and interviews available on request. 

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BERLIN, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MapFour officially launches the Roam series, featuring both the Roam (step-over) and Roam ST (step-through). Designed as a full-suspension trekking e-bike with smart protection, the series delivers premium comfort, intelligent security, and long-range performance at an accessible price. Available now for a launch price of €2,599 (RRP €2,799), every Roam purchase also includes €90 worth of complimentary accessories for a limited time. 

Built around the needs of modern trekking riders, MapFour Roam was created to solve common challenges in the category, including stiff rides, limited terrain capability, and high costs for premium features. Inspired by leading trekking models, Roam combines full-suspension comfort, smart IoT protection, and low-maintenance engineering to deliver smoother handling, safer travel, and all-terrain confidence across city streets, forest paths, and long-distance tours. 

The launch follows a successful market debut across Europe. In June, MapFour opened its brand store in Amsterdam, marking an important milestone in the brand’s retail expansion. Later that month, Roam made its world premiere at Eurobike 2026, gaining attention from media, dealers, and industry professionals. In early July, the model was showcased again at Prodays Paris, where its French Design Award recognition and premium riding experience received positive feedback from dealers and test riders. 

MapFour Roam Key Highlights 

Roam marks the beginning of MapFour’s journey as an independent brand, built around delivering premium riding experiences with outstanding value. Looking ahead to autumn 2026, MapFour will further expand its presence across Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg through community riding events and partnerships with outdoor camping brands, creating more opportunities for riders to experience the brand while supporting long-term dealer growth. 

Driven by the mission of providing sustainable, economical, healthier, and worry-free mobility, MapFour is committed to making premium and comfortable riding experiences accessible to more riders. 

For more information about the MapFour Roam and partnership opportunities, please visit the official MapFour website. 

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La ragazza pontederese ha vinto la serata andata in scena a Lamporecchio, un evento dedicato alla bellezza, all’eleganza e alla valorizzazione del territorio. La manifestazione fa parte, infatti, del cartellone della Fiera d’Agosto, evento simbolo della comunità lamporecchiana che ogni anno celebra le tradizioni, la cultura e le eccellenze locali. Lamporecchio, conosciuto in tutta la Toscana come il paese del brigidino, ha accolto cittadini e visitatori in un’atmosfera di festa, impreziosita dalla distribuzione dei gustosi dolci insieme alla simpatica mascotte Brigicco.

Aurora Tomasetti ha preceduto Noemi Farina, 23 anni, di Greve in Chianti e il podio è stato completato dal terzo posto di Benedetta Pascucci, 23 anni di Figline Valdarno. Quarta posizione finale per un’altra fiorentina, Azzurra Gasperini27 anni di Greve in Chianti che ha preceduto Francesca Mollo, 24 anni di Rignano e Giulia Baldini, 24 anni anche lei fiorentina. La serata è stata brillantemente condotta da Andrea Agresti che è stato affiancato dalla Miss Italia 2024 Ofelia Passaponti.

Ospiti della serata sono state Chiara Festeggiante, eletta Miss Framesi Toscana esattamente 12 mesi fa proprio a Lamporecchio, Gaia Pardini, Miss Toscana 2025 e Marta Schiumarini, l’attuale Miss Firenze. A premiare Aurora Tomasetti che ha vinto la fascia di serata è stata la sindaca di Lamporecchio Anna Trassi

Un sentito ringraziamento va a Luca Artino per l’eccellente organizzazione della Fiera, al Comune di Lamporecchio, al Centro Commerciale Naturale e a tutti i commercianti del paese che, con il loro importante sostegno, hanno contribuito alla perfetta riuscita della manifestazione.

Framesi desidera inoltre esprimere la propria riconoscenza a Sandra Bucalossi, stilista del Team Italian Style Framesi e titolare del salone Vogue Unisex di Empoli, per il talento, la professionalità, la passione e la grande esperienza che, nel corso degli anni, hanno contribuito al successo di numerosi appuntamenti di Miss Italia Toscana. Un sincero grazie va anche ai professionisti del Salone Prestigio di Giancola Scaccia Valente, in Via Aldo Moro 34 a Lamporecchio, che hanno curato le acconciature delle concorrenti

HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA; HKEX: 2391), a global AI cloud platform service provider, has officially launched Tuya AI Coding, an AI-native no-code application development platform enabling users to turn ideas into AI-powered lifestyle applications with just a single prompt. 

By describing their ideas, desired features, or interface requirements in natural language, users can generate applications that are runnable, deployable, and capable of powering real AI-driven experiences. The platform also supports one-click deployment and social media platform sharing. The launch of Tuya AI Coding marks a further step in Tuya’s expansion from AI-generated pages to AI applications that can interact with the physical world, broadening the possibilities of the AI Home ecosystem. 

AI Application Development Is Moving Beyond Page Generation into Real Life 

Gartner has named AI-native application development platforms one of the top strategic technology trends for 2026, predicting that 75% of new applications worldwide will be built using low-code development approaches by year end. Behind this rapid market growth, a new industry shift is emerging: as the barrier to AI application development continues to fall, the standard for evaluating the value of these applications is also changing. Frost & Sullivan’s July report noted that AI-native no-code app generation platforms are evolving from simply “creating apps through conversation” to “enabling complete business delivery,” with competition now expanding beyond app generation capabilities to include deployment, launch, operations, and continuous iteration. 

In short, the “last mile” of AI application development is no longer just about generating code — it’s about whether an application can integrate into real-world scenarios. An app confined to the browser, unable to interact with real services, devices, or data, has limited practical value. 

This is the challenge Tuya AI Coding was built to solve. Built to seamlessly connect human creativity with AI technology, the platform is designed to ensure that every AI-generated application is capable, from day one, of connecting with real devices, serving real users, and powering real-life experiences. 

Turning Ideas into AI Lifestyle Applications with a Single Prompt 

Most AI app generation tools on the market today remain limited to the digital world, stopping at the creation of web pages or mini-program interfaces. 

Built on Tuya’s global AI+IoT technology stack, Tuya AI Coding comes with three core foundational capabilities: device connectivity, cloud services, and data intelligence. When users input a requirement, the AI does more than generate interfaces and interaction logic. It also automatically builds the full backend architecture, including databases, API gateways, user authentication, and device management, while directly connecting to Tuya’s cloud infrastructure spanning more than 200 countries and regions. 

At the same time, Tuya AI Coding leverages Tuya’s extensive AI hardware ecosystem, with native support for access to more than 100,000 SKUs. Foundational capabilities such as device management, data analytics, and weather information services can be added flexibly, enabling seamless integration between software applications and real-world hardware devices. 

Empowering Non-Technical Creators to Build AI Lifestyle Experiences 

Tuya AI Coding is designed primarily for creative users without technical backgrounds, including designers, product managers, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and students. For these users, the key needs in AI application development are clear: quickly turning ideas into working products, lowering technical barriers, validating concepts at low cost, and gaining a sense of creative achievement. 

Traditional development workflows, however, have long stood in the way. High technical barriers, limited resources, slow iteration cycles, and complex tools often prevent creative individuals from bringing their ideas to life. 

To address these challenges, Tuya AI Coding offers several core capabilities: 

As the AI industry undergoes a deeper shift in value creation, “unlocking creativity for everyone” is becoming just as important as improving efficiency. As more platforms begin to offer the ability to generate applications with a single sentence, Tuya AI Coding’s differentiation becomes increasingly clear: it not only generates AI applications, but also enables those applications to integrate with Tuya’s AI hardware ecosystem and accelerate real-world transformation. 

Tuya AI Coding is now officially available. Users can explore the platform at coding.tuya.ai. 

About Tuya Smart 

Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA; HKEX: 2391) is a leading global AI cloud platform service provider dedicated to bringing AI into everyday life. Through its TuyaOpen open-source development framework and universal AI Agent engines, including the AI Agent development platform, Tuya integrates multimodal AI capabilities to lower barriers for AI development, efficiently advancing the realization of AI-driven lifestyles and accelerating AI integration with the physical world. Tuya offers innovative physical AI solutions for smart devices, commercial applications, and industry developers through its cloud computing and spatial intelligence capabilities. It also provides a complete, open, and neutral global AIoT ecosystem. This approach fosters a vibrant global developer community comprising brands, OEMs, AI agents, system integrators, and independent software vendors who collaborate to create smart solution ecosystems embodying the principles of sustainability, security, efficiency, agility, and openness. 

As of Mar 31, 2026, the Tuya AI Developer Platform had over 1,970,000 registered AI developers from more than 200 countries and regions. 

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Da sabato mattina alle 10 inizieranno gli allenamenti specifici sul terreno dello stadio Idilio Cei e sull’attiguo campo sussidiario, per prepararsi ad affrontare il prossimo campionato di Eccellenza. Sarà stilata anche una serie di gare amichevoli il cui calendario sarà reso noto più avanti.

PORTIERI: Cesare Bini (2008) dalla Pistoiese, Samuele Xillo (2008) confermato;

DIFENSORI: Cristian Bacci (2007) confermato, Lorenzo Baggiani (2002) dall’Antella, Filippo Belluomini (2005) confermato, Gabriele Bettarini (2007) dal Poggibonsi,  Tommaso Liberati (2003) dalla Cuoiopelli, Lorenzo Modena (2007) dal Castelnuovo, Thomas Porciani (2000) confermato, Haytam Souini (2008) dal Ghiviborgo, Mateo Zefi (1994) dalla Lastrigiana.

CENTROCAMPISTI: Simone Baggiani (2004) dal Signa, Cristian Bettoni (2002) dal Montespertoli, Gianluca Grossi (2007) dal Tau Calcio, Ermal Krasniqi (2008) dal Tuttocuoio, Alberto Marianelli (2001) confermato, Lorenzo Pala (2007) confermato, Tommaso Pertici (2005) confermato, Giacomo Salerno (1995) confermato; Denis Zefi (2001) dal Montespertoli.

ATTACCANTI: Abdoulaye Ba (1998) confermato, Mattia Dhana (2008) dal Ghiviborgo, Samuel Grottelli (2007) dallo Scandicci, Edoardo Fantini (01) dal Real Forte Querceta.

Lo staff

DIRETTORE SPORTIVO: Gabriele Cerri
ALLENATORE: Maurizio Cerasa
ALLENATORE IN SECONDA: Marco Civitelli
PREPARATORE PORTIERI: Paolo Scarselli
PREPARATORE ATLETICO: Matteo Penta
MASSOFISIOTERAPISTA: Massimo Sterlino
MAGAZZINIERE: Raffaele Coduti

‘Ben’ Caird, islandese classe 2011, è reduce dal suo primo anno di formazione in Italia nella cantera del Napoli Basket, con cui ha disputato il campionato di Under15 Eccellenza. Con i suoi 13.3 punti di media e un high stagionale di 38 contro Caserta, è stato tra i protagonisti della stagione dei giovanissimi partenopei che hanno chiuso la stagione con la conquista della Coppa Campania. Il basket per questo ragazzo è un vero e proprio affare di famiglia, visto che il padre Chris è un ex giocatore professionista oggi coach a livello internazionale.

“Ben è un ragazzo di indubbie capacità tecniche – questo il commento sul nuovo acquisto del responsabile del settore giovanile biancorosso Cristiano Biagini – Un atleta ancora “piccolo” e da sviluppare fisicamente, ma che ha già dimostrato nel suo primo anno in Italia le sue qualità. Su di lui c’è un progetto a lunga scadenza, essendo il più giovane reclutato di quest’anno. Ci auguriamo di poter fare con lui un percorso importante per quelle che sono le nostre e le sue aspettative”.

L’incontro sarà aperto dai saluti dell’assessore al governo del territorio Riccardo Trallori e rappresenterà un’occasione per approfondire il tema della diffusione della peste suina africana, fare il punto sulle attività di prevenzione e gestione della malattia e fornire ai cittadini e alle cittadine informazioni aggiornate sul quadro della situazione. Interverranno, poi, il presidente della Provincia Luca Marmo, il consigliere provinciale Nicola Tesi, il comandante della polizia provinciale Franco Monfardini, Antonio Andreini dell’Ambito territoriale di caccia 11 di Pistoia, Marco Ferretti del Settore attività faunistico-venatorie della Regione Toscana e Alessio Capecci del Settore sicurezza alimentare e sanità animale della Regione Toscana.

Nel corso della serata i rappresentanti istituzionali e i tecnici illustreranno le misure adottate per il contenimento della malattia, gli strumenti di monitoraggio e le azioni messe in campo sul territorio, rispondendo anche alle domande del pubblico.

L’iniziativa è aperta a tutti, con ingresso libero.

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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock Cafe and Coca‑Cola today launched Hard Rock Rising. The music competition spans 34 countries and 64 Hard Rock Cafes, giving emerging artists a career‑launching stage. 

For more than five decades, breakthrough artists and legends have taken the stage at Hard Rock Cafes. Coca‑Cola has built a global platform for musicians through Coke Studio L.A. Live. Now, the two brands are joining forces to help singer‑songwriters, bands and DJs launch their careers. 

Hard Rock Rising unfolds as a series of performances at participating Cafes. Local fan votes advance artists round by round. The Coke Studio team then selects one grand prize winner who earns a recording session, $10,000, a performance at Hard Rock Orlando and more. 

Artist submissions are open now through August 18, with live competition rounds running September 2, 9, 16 and 23. The global winner will be announced October 5. 

“Hard Rock Cafes have always connected people through the power of music with local artist residencies, open mic events, Battle of the Bands competitions, and pop culture memorabilia,” said Eric Martino, President of Hard Rock Cafe and Retail at Hard Rock International. “Now, Hard Rock Rising is a natural extension of that mission to empower emerging artists to perform their original music. Together with Coca-Cola, we’re proud to provide a platform where musicians can be seen, heard and celebrated in their communities, and for the winner, around the world.” 

Multi‑platinum, GRAMMY‑ and Juno‑nominated executive producer Rob Rettberg leads the Coke Studio team. 

“This partnership taps into Hard Rock’s unparalleled reach and iconic stages while leveraging Coke Studio’s production expertise to transform talented musicians into the next generation of recording artists,” said Rettberg. 

The competition is amplified by a full Hard Rock Rising lineup, from a limited-time menu with cocktails made with Coca-Cola products to merchandise available at Rock Shops® and shop.hardrock.com. 

Extending the competition’s celebration of music and self-expression beyond the stage, Hard Rock is partnering with Cult of Individuality, the streetwear brand renowned for its roots in music culture. Together, the brands will launch a Hard Rock Rising tee and a co-branded apparel collection. 

Artists ready to take the stage can apply through August 18. Each application must include two original songs. For submissions, rules, competition details and participating Cafe locations, visit cafe.hardrock.com/hard‑rock‑rising. 

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ABU DHABI, UAE, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Agthia Group PJSC (AGTHIA: UH), one of the region’s leading food and beverage companies, today reported its first-half and second-quarter of 2026 results, reflecting the growing impact of its multi-year transformation, with stronger cash generation, a materially healthier balance sheet, and a 14.4% increase in the interim dividend. 

The Group’s transformation gathered pace in H1 2026, as Agthia advanced its portfolio reset while navigating external challenges and cost pressures. For the first half, Group Revenue increased 7.4% year-on-year to AED 2.6 billion, underpinned by one-off sales under the UAE food security program. EBITDA climbed 35.8% to AED 310.5 million, with EBITDA Margin expanding 250 basis points to 11.9%, while Net Profit reached AED 121.4 million, up 147.4% year-over-year. For the second quarter, Group revenue increased 11.9% year-on-year to AED 1.3 billion. EBITDA increased 172.5% to AED 117.2 million, with margin expanding 542 basis points to 9.2%, while Net Profit reached AED 24.5 million. 

Free cash flow turned strongly positive at AED 521.4 million, from an outflow a year earlier, and the Group cut its net debt-to-EBITDA to 1.8x from 2.9x in December 2025. Agthia closed the first half of 2026 with AED 869.6 million in cash. Group Total Assets continue to grow, reaching AED 6.5 billion as of 30 June 2026. 

Across the Group, strong growth in core businesses was complemented by continued progress in selected transformation initiatives. Water and Food led the way, with revenue up 38.9% in the second quarter, as Al Ain, Agthia’s first billion-dirham brand, extended its lead in bottled water and gained 2.0 percentage points of value market share versus the same period last year. Protein and Frozen advanced 22.0% in the second quarter, led by Nabil at 32.5% and supported by gradual improvement in Atyab, up 8.1% year-on-year, and the ramp-up of the Group’s Saudi protein facility. Agri-Business rose 11.0% on strong feed demand, with Agrivita feed sales up 23.3%. During the quarter, Snacking remained focused on transforming the Al Foah and BMB businesses, laying the foundation for long-term value, while Abu Auf maintained its strong growth trajectory, with revenue rising 23.7% year-over-year in Q2 2026. 

Agthia’s Board of Directors has recommended an interim cash dividend of 11.792 fils per share for the six months ended 30 June 2026, a 14.4% increase year-on-year and a second consecutive period of higher returns following the 10.0% rise recommended for the second half of 2025. 

Khalifa Sultan Al Suwaidi, Chairman of Agthia’s Board, commented: “Raising the interim dividend for a second consecutive period speaks to the discipline with which Agthia is being run and to the Board’s belief in its long-term value. Even in a demanding environment, the Group is generating the cash to reward shareholders and fund its own growth.” 

Salmeen Alameri, Managing Director and CEO of Agthia Group, added: “The transformation we set in motion a year ago is delivering tangible results, with stronger earnings, expanding margins, and improved cash generation strengthening our balance sheet. We maintained uninterrupted supply, supported our customers, and advanced the UAE’s food security agenda when it mattered most. We also accelerated our sustainability agenda, reducing our emissions ratio by 26.7% year-on-year.” 

Jeroen Nijs, Chief Financial Officer of Agthia Group, commented: “Agthia’s financial profile strengthened considerably during the first half of 2026. Alongside higher earnings, we generated AED 521 million of free cash flow, while reducing Net Debt-to-EBITDA from 2.9x to 1.8x. With AED 870 million of cash & cash equivalents, Agthia is well positioned to navigate the current regional disruption, execute our strategic transformation programs and enhance shareholder returns.” 

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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Reference is made to the press release of 24th June 2026 by NNS regarding the public announcement of the Offer. Pursuant to the provision of Section 5, paragraph 4 of the Decree, NNS hereby announces that it has conducted transactions in the shares of OCI (the “Shares”). 

The highest price paid per Share in the transactions conducted today was EUR 4.0660 per Share. 

In aggregate, NNS acquired 537,251 Shares today, representing approximately 0.25% of the issued share capital of OCI. 

Following settlement of the above transactions, NNS will hold a total of 120,825,270 Shares, representing approximately 57.17% of the issued share capital of OCI, and together with Mr. Nassef Sawiris (who is also considered a bidder under the Dutch bidding rules) will hold a total of 121,215,000 Shares, representing approximately 57.35% of the issued share capital of OCI. 

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To the extent permissible under applicable law or regulation, NNS and its affiliates may from time to time after the date hereof, and other than pursuant to the Offer, directly or indirectly purchase, or arrange to purchase, Shares, that are the subject of the Offer. To the extent information about such purchases or arrangements to purchase is made public in the Netherlands, such information will be disclosed by means of a press release to inform shareholders of such information, which will be made available on the website of NNS. In addition, NNS and its affiliates (including their financial advisors) may also engage in ordinary course trading activities in securities of OCI, which may include purchases or arrangements to purchase such securities. 

About NNS Holding (Cyprus) Limited 

NNS, part of the privately owned NNS Group founded in 2008 by Nassef Sawiris, is a private limited company incorporated under the laws of Cyprus, with its registered office in Limassol, Cyprus. NNS manages and invests the family’s capital through a diversified multi-asset platform spanning public and private equities, credit, and real estate, while also partnering with external investors in joint ventures. NNS is OCI’s largest shareholder. 

All press releases and other documents related to the Offer are published on NNS’ website (https://www.nnsholding.com/). 

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The information in this press release is not intended to be complete. This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or an invitation to acquire or dispose of any securities or investment advice or an inducement to enter into investment activity. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire the securities of OCI in any jurisdiction. The distribution of this press release may, in some countries, be restricted by law or regulation. Accordingly, persons who come into possession of this press release should inform themselves of and observe these restrictions. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, NNS disclaims any responsibility or liability for the violation of any such restrictions by any person. Any failure to comply with these restrictions may constitute a violation of the securities laws of that jurisdiction. Neither NNS nor any of its advisors assumes any responsibility for any violation of any such restrictions. Any shareholder who is in any doubt as to his or her position should consult an appropriate professional advisor without delay. 

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Neither NNS nor any of its advisors accepts any responsibility for any financial information contained in this press release relating to the business, results of operations or financial condition. NNS expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, unless required by law. 

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