Author: Brittany Bathgate

DevEx Connect, an international series dedicated to enhancing the Developer Experience, has unveiled its inaugural lineup of events aimed at nurturing the growth of software communities. The first event is set to take place on October 29 at etc.venues in Manchester, bringing together developers, industry leaders, and software providers to collaborate, share insights, and foster innovation in the technology sector. Ethan Sumner, CEO of DevEx Connect, expressed the organisation’s commitment to creating environments conducive to meaningful interaction and peer support among developers. “At DevEx Connect, we know developer communities thrive through meaningful interactions and peer support,” he stated. “Our events…

Mestag Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on fibroblast-immune interactions, has announced a significant collaboration with MSD (Merck & Co., Inc.) to identify novel drug targets for therapies aimed at inflammatory diseases. This partnership will leverage Mestag’s proprietary Reversing Activated Fibroblast Technology (RAFT) platform, which is designed to model the pathogenic role of fibroblasts in human health and disease. The agreement allows MSD to license one or more of the drug targets identified through this collaboration, with the responsibility for subsequent discovery, development, and commercialization of the resulting therapeutics resting with the pharmaceutical giant. Mestag’s RAFT platform provides a unique approach…

Kent-based Zendbox, an eCommerce 3PL, has grown its operations by 300% in the last 12 months, from 20 to 80 employees, and from one to four state-of-the-art fulfilment centres. Zendbox’s leading 10pm cut-off time, sustainable approach, and inventory management & analysis technology give D2C merchants the ability to compete with “eCommerce Goliaths”. Zendbox is a provider of order fulfilment services to high-growth SMEs, and established brands such as PRIME, USN, Puresport, and fourfive. Processing over three million orders in 2023, Zendbox connects eCommerce businesses’ sales channels, such as Shopify, eBay, and Amazon, with Zendportal, Zendbox’s virtual warehousing, inventory analysis & management technology.…

Betsson Sweden has released its odds for the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature, with Australian author Gerald Murnane and Chinese author Can Xue emerging as favourites. Murnane leads with odds of 4.50, closely followed by Can Xue at 5.00. Salman Rushdie ranks third at 6.00. Betsson’s predictions have aligned with past winners, but surprises remain possible, as seen with Abdulrazak Gurnah in 2021. The betting list includes 26 authors, featuring figures like Jamaica Kincaid and Ko Un. The Nobel Prize in Literature often sparks significant speculation. This year, Betsson’s top three contenders, Murnane, Xue, and Rushdie, bring varied literary styles…

With a notable rise in probate applications, The Probate Department, led by Stephen Pett, is stepping up to support families facing the complexities of probate. July 2024 saw a significant 32,002 probate applications processed by HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), marking nearly 9,000 more than the same period last year. Pett, who founded The Probate Department in 2001 after his own challenging experience handling his father’s estate, offers cost-effective solutions to ease the probate process. Pett’s personal involvement in probate began when he encountered firsthand the emotional and financial strains of dealing with his father’s estate. This experience inspired…

Lucara Diamond Corp has announced the sale of its 100% interest in the Clara Rough Diamond Sales Platform to its original founders, a group led by the HRA Group of Companies and Eira Thomas. The Clara platform is a digital marketplace for rough diamonds, using technology to modernise the buying and selling process while improving transparency and traceability. Under the terms of the agreement, the founders will acquire full ownership of Clara, including all associated intellectual property rights, commercial contracts, and operating assets. The total consideration includes US$3 million in cash at closing, the return of 10 million Lucara shares,…

Renowned South African radio host, DJ, and podcaster Ubuntu Phenduka—also known as Sol Phenduka—is His personal life stays out of sight from the limelight. Readers constantly want to know about his girlfriend. He keeps things secret, however occasionally he leaves indications online. There are whispers around Sol’s love life. Rumor has him seeing Angel Ndaz. Sol nor Angel has not publicly acknowledged anything, though. His inclination for privacy simply fuels additional questions among his devotees. Profile InformationDetailsFull NameSolomzi Thandubuntu PhendukaDate of BirthFebruary 18, 1987Age37 years oldPlace of BirthVosloorus, Gauteng, South AfricaProfessionRadio Personality, Music DJ, PodcasterRelationship StatusRumored to be datingSocial Media…

Brazilian football sensation Vinicius Jr. has a fascinating romantic life away from the pitch. He is seeing well-known Brazilian beauty and social media star Maria Julia Mazalli. Their romance started in 2019 and has attracted public notice ever then. Maria Julia Mazalli gained recognition in Brazilian reality TV series De Férias Com o Ex. Her look increased her profile on social media, so she became an influencer. She regularly posts material about fashion, cosmetics, and lifestyle. Once her love with Vinicius went public, her following shot sky. Maria Julia Mazalli Bio DataDetailsFull NameMaria Julia MazalliProfessionModel, Social Media InfluencerNationalityBrazilianFamous ForDe Férias…

On January 12, 1993, Zayn Malik born in Bradford, West Yorkshire. His background combines Pakistani and English-Irish elements. Yaser Malik, his father, comes from Pakistan; his mother, Tricia Brannan Malik, is English and Irish. Zayn’s identity and artistic inspirations were formed by this cosmopolitan background. Personal InformationDetailsFull NameZain Javadd MalikDate of BirthJanuary 12, 1993BirthplaceBradford, West Yorkshire, EnglandFather’s EthnicityPakistaniMother’s EthnicityEnglish-IrishCareerSinger, SongwriterKnown ForOne Direction, Solo CareerDebut AlbumMind of Mine (2016)Current LabelMercury RecordsWebsiteinzayn.com Pakistani Background and Effects Yaser Malik, Zayn’s father, is Pakistan-born. After moving to the United Kingdom, he later wed Tricia Brannan, who had converted to Islam. Zayn’s childhood was much…

Billy Brownless has revealed his new relationship with Crystle Fleur. Based in Geelong, mother of three Crystle is also a businesswoman. Two months ago, they began dating. First seen together at the Geelong Best and Fairest ceremony, Billy and Crystle looked content and close. Billy complimented Crystle and mentioned they enjoy horse racing and soccer. Things are going nicely, he says. Along with his ex-wife Nicky Browness and her fiancé Garry Lyon, Crystle accompanied Billy at the September Club for the AFL Grand Final. Personal InformationDetailsNameCrystle FleurProfessionBusinesswoman, Erinvale Thoroughbreds OwnerResidenceGeelong, Victoria, AustraliaRelationship StatusDating Billy BrownlessChildren3Known ForGeelong Best and Fairest 2024…