
KKR-Led Coalition Increases Bid to Acquire Assura with $1.6 Billion Offer
In a bid to acquire the UK-based healthcare property firm Assura, a consortium led by KKR has sweetened its offer, now amounting to $1.6 billion. This latest proposal marks a significant increase from prior offers and is indicative of the growing appetite for healthcare investments within the real estate sector. The revised bid highlights the strategic importance of owning and managing healthcare properties, especially in the current market environment.
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UK Reports First Case of New Highly Contagious Mpox Strain
The health authorities in the United Kingdom have confirmed the first occurrence of a new strain of mpox, a disease that has recently seen a resurgence in cases globally. This emerging variant is reported to be more transmissible than previous strains, raising significant alarm among public health officials.
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