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Synopsys, a leading provider of electronic design software, announced a strategic shift after its quarterly report revealed underperformance in its IP development. CEO Sassine Ghazi cited export restrictions and challenges with a major foundry customer in China as key factors. The company plans to reduce headcount by 10% and refocus resources, causing shares to fall over 19%.
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Paris Fashion Week concluded with key trends: broad shoulders, tailored looks, and a return to formalwear. Celebrity appearances, including Meghan Markle at Balenciaga, drew attention. Debuts from Chanel and Balenciaga showcased bold new directions, emphasizing both tradition and innovation amid a backdrop of celebrity influence and digital impact.
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As of October 2025, several UK companies, including Shawbrook, Princes Group, and The Beauty Tech Group, are preparing to list on the London Stock Exchange. Shawbrook targets a £2 billion valuation, aiming to raise £50 million, while Princes and Beauty Tech seek funds to expand their operations. This surge marks a rebound in London's IPO activity after years of decline.
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South Korea's K-beauty industry, driven by small startups and major manufacturers, has surpassed $10 billion in exports, fueled by social media and e-commerce. The industry’s growth is supported by a surge in international demand, especially in the US, with brands leveraging influencers and retail chains like Olive Young.
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On November 14, 2025, Chinese astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie safely returned to Earth after a nine-day delay caused by space debris damage to their original Shenzhou-20 return capsule. They landed in the Gobi Desert aboard the newer Shenzhou-21 spacecraft. The incident highlights growing risks from orbital debris amid China's expanding space ambitions.
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Meghan Markle is accused of wearing and allegedly taking a designer dress from a 2022 photoshoot for her upcoming Netflix holiday special. The dress, previously worn in a high-profile shoot, is now part of a controversy over alleged theft, with Markle's representatives not commenting. The story highlights questions about her fashion choices and conduct.
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Multiple stories highlight critical health issues: a UK girl with aplastic anaemia seeks a stem cell donor, a UK girl with Type 1 diabetes dies from neglect, and a US girl with Hunter syndrome benefits from experimental gene therapy. Investigations reveal neglect, malpractice, and advances in treatment.