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NSW Government to Acquire Northern Beaches Hospital in $190 Million Public Takeover

The New South Wales government has reached an in-principle agreement to purchase the Northern Beaches Hospital for $190 million, according to reports. The acquisition would end a decade of private operation and integrate the facility into the public hospital system, though medical staff express concerns about reduced patient choice.

Major Healthcare Transition

The New South Wales government will reportedly spend $190 million to acquire the Northern Beaches Hospital from private operators, according to sources familiar with the agreement. The purchase would mark the end of a decade-long experiment with private ownership of a major Sydney healthcare facility and integrate it fully into the public hospital system.

by Harlow Wesley
BusinessManufacturingTrade

Former Coach CEO Claims US Manufacturing Can’t Match Overseas Value for Luxury Bags

The former CEO of Coach stated that achieving optimal value in luxury bag production necessitates manufacturing outside the United States. His comments come as companies navigate tariff uncertainties while maintaining global supply chains. Industry leaders remain divided on shifting production to the US amid ongoing trade policy debates.

Overseas Production Essential for Value, Says Former Coach Leader

According to recent reports, the former CEO of luxury brand Coach has stated that producing high-quality bags at competitive prices requires manufacturing outside the United States. Lew Frankfort, who served as Coach’s chief executive from 1985 to 2014, made these comments during a podcast interview with Yahoo Finance’s Opening Bid, sources indicate.

by Harlow Wesley
BusinessSoftwareTechnology

Google Granted One-Week Reprieve in Epic Games Antitrust Injunction Deadline

A federal judge has postponed enforcement of antitrust injunctions against Google Play Store until October 29th. Both Google and Epic Games jointly requested the unexpected delay, though reasons remain undisclosed in public filings.

Unexpected Delay in Landmark App Store Ruling

Google has been granted an additional week before it must implement sweeping changes to its Google Play Store operations, according to reports from the ongoing legal battle with Epic Games. The original October 22nd deadline has been pushed to October 29th, 2025, following a joint request from both parties that was approved by US District Court Judge James Donato.

by Owen Holt