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The Irish Sun
an hour ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Christian Leroy Duncan eyeing middleweight top-15 with UFC Vegas 109 win over ‘great test' Eryk Anders
The Brit got back in the win column at UFC London in March CHRISTIAN LEROY DUNCAN feels primed and ready to mix it with the big dogs in the UFC's middleweight division. And the former Cage Warriors 185lbs champion reckons a statement win over Eryk Anders this week will punch his ticket to top-15 contention. 8 Christian Leroy returns to the octagon this weekend in Las Vegas Credit: GETTY 8 CLD, who is now just over two years into being in the UFC, will be in action at UFC Vegas 109 Credit: GETTY 8 The Brit will throw down with veteran Eryk Anders Credit: GETTY 8 A win over Anders will put CLD on the cusp of the top-15 Credit: GETTY CLD clashes with the veteran early on Sunday morning on a stacked UFC Vegas 109 card at the promotion's Apex Facility in Las Vegas. Anders is by far the biggest name Duncan will have locked horns with during his stint in mixed martial arts' premier promotion. And he firmly believes a win over the American will be his ride to bigger and better things. In an exclusive interview with SunSport, he said of potentially fighting a top-15 opponent next: "Naturally, it comes to mind. Logically, it makes sense." READ MORE UFC NEWS POWER ADE Israel Adesanya provides update on UFC return and opens door to two mega fights Duncan was revved up and ready to go as soon as matchmakers presented him with a Sin City showdown with Anders. He said: "As soon as they gave me the name, I had that rush [and excitement] of [finally being able to fight somebody of his calibre at this point. "I definitely put a serious push on my training and my mindset throughout this camp, leaving no stone unturned. "I do that naturally, but it's even more of a locking in and focus on fighting an opponent of this calibre." SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN 8 Former Cage Warriors middleweight champ CLD has lost twice inside the octagon Credit: GETTY 8 But he's shown the makings of a top contender in each of his outings Credit: GETTY Duncan faces Anders on the back of a March return to win column against Andrey Pulyaev at UFC London. It was, however, a frustrating night at the office as the Russian was on his bike for the majority of the fight. Israel Adesanya provides major update on UFC return and opens door to two mega fights amid fans' calls for retirement "I was definitely expecting more of a meet in the middle, kind of exchanging fight,' Duncan said of his most recent outing. "But like you said, he backed off quite a bit. "So it's hard to get anything going. It was hard to kind of build momentum in that fight. "But we got the win and it builds us now to this opponent, Erik Anders. "He is well known in the UFC, a veteran and a very experienced, tough, and durable guy. "He just fought Chris Weidman, the previous middleweight champion, so he's no pushover. "So it's a great test of my skill at this level. And I feel if we do well here, it could definitely push us forward well." Despite being excited by what a win over Anders will potentially do for his career, Duncan is refusing to put the cart before the horse. "'I'm focusing on what's happening now," he said. "So I acknowledge that it's [fighting a ranked opponent next] a possibility and it would happen. "But it's not as important [right now]. When it comes, that's when I can put my full focus on something like that. But for now, my focus is on Anders." Duncan's cautionary approach and insistence on focusing on the here and now is a testament to the mindset that head coach and Brit MMA pioneer Mark Weir has helped instil in him over the years. It's a great test of my skill at this level." Christian Leroy Duncan on his showdown with Eryk Anders 8 UK MMA pioneer Mark Weir has been giving Christian Leroy Duncan his pearls of wisdom inside and outside of the cage for several years Credit: ALAMY He said: "When I first started, it was probably within three months of me first ever starting in MMA, and we would discuss a kind of plan of where I wanna get to. "He would ask me where I wanna get to and he'd lay out like a little plan which would be like, 'You need to do this in your amateurs. "'And then when you get to the pros at this level.' And it's crazy how things are starting to play out that we've visualised and spoken about from early on. "So he's definitely been a part of that, developing that mindset." Claiming the scalp of Anders will be no easy feat, despite the former American football player being on the back nine of his career. 8 Christian Leroy Duncan expects Eryk Anders to give him his sternest test yet Credit: GETTY And Duncan is treating the 38-year-old like he's still at the peak of his powers. "He's very much a pressure fighter who likes to go forward," Duncan said of Anders. "[He] likes to be on the front foot and likes to dominate. "So it's gonna be more of me implementing my style onto him and seeing how he reacts and copes with that. "I believe my style will overwhelm him in the right areas at the right time. "And I think he'll be surprised with my speed and my movement once we're in there."
Scottish Sun
an hour ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Christian Leroy Duncan eyeing middleweight top-15 with UFC Vegas 109 win over ‘great test' Eryk Anders
The Brit got back in the win column at UFC London in March Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHRISTIAN LEROY DUNCAN feels primed and ready to mix it with the big dogs in the UFC's middleweight division. And the former Cage Warriors 185lbs champion reckons a statement win over Eryk Anders this week will punch his ticket to top-15 contention. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Christian Leroy returns to the octagon this weekend in Las Vegas Credit: GETTY 8 CLD, who is now just over two years into being in the UFC, will be in action at UFC Vegas 109 Credit: GETTY 8 The Brit will throw down with veteran Eryk Anders Credit: GETTY 8 A win over Anders will put CLD on the cusp of the top-15 Credit: GETTY CLD clashes with the veteran early on Sunday morning on a stacked UFC Vegas 109 card at the promotion's Apex Facility in Las Vegas. Anders is by far the biggest name Duncan will have locked horns with during his stint in mixed martial arts' premier promotion. And he firmly believes a win over the American will be his ride to bigger and better things. In an exclusive interview with SunSport, he said of potentially fighting a top-15 opponent next: "Naturally, it comes to mind. Logically, it makes sense." READ MORE UFC NEWS POWER ADE Israel Adesanya provides update on UFC return and opens door to two mega fights Duncan was revved up and ready to go as soon as matchmakers presented him with a Sin City showdown with Anders. He said: "As soon as they gave me the name, I had that rush [and excitement] of [finally being able to fight somebody of his calibre at this point. "I definitely put a serious push on my training and my mindset throughout this camp, leaving no stone unturned. "I do that naturally, but it's even more of a locking in and focus on fighting an opponent of this calibre." SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN 8 Former Cage Warriors middleweight champ CLD has lost twice inside the octagon Credit: GETTY 8 But he's shown the makings of a top contender in each of his outings Credit: GETTY Duncan faces Anders on the back of a March return to win column against Andrey Pulyaev at UFC London. It was, however, a frustrating night at the office as the Russian was on his bike for the majority of the fight. Israel Adesanya provides major update on UFC return and opens door to two mega fights amid fans' calls for retirement "I was definitely expecting more of a meet in the middle, kind of exchanging fight,' Duncan said of his most recent outing. "But like you said, he backed off quite a bit. "So it's hard to get anything going. It was hard to kind of build momentum in that fight. "But we got the win and it builds us now to this opponent, Erik Anders. "He is well known in the UFC, a veteran and a very experienced, tough, and durable guy. "He just fought Chris Weidman, the previous middleweight champion, so he's no pushover. "So it's a great test of my skill at this level. And I feel if we do well here, it could definitely push us forward well." Despite being excited by what a win over Anders will potentially do for his career, Duncan is refusing to put the cart before the horse. "'I'm focusing on what's happening now," he said. "So I acknowledge that it's [fighting a ranked opponent next] a possibility and it would happen. "But it's not as important [right now]. When it comes, that's when I can put my full focus on something like that. But for now, my focus is on Anders." Duncan's cautionary approach and insistence on focusing on the here and now is a testament to the mindset that head coach and Brit MMA pioneer Mark Weir has helped instil in him over the years. It's a great test of my skill at this level." Christian Leroy Duncan on his showdown with Eryk Anders 8 UK MMA pioneer Mark Weir has been giving Christian Leroy Duncan his pearls of wisdom inside and outside of the cage for several years Credit: ALAMY He said: "When I first started, it was probably within three months of me first ever starting in MMA, and we would discuss a kind of plan of where I wanna get to. "He would ask me where I wanna get to and he'd lay out like a little plan which would be like, 'You need to do this in your amateurs. "'And then when you get to the pros at this level.' And it's crazy how things are starting to play out that we've visualised and spoken about from early on. "So he's definitely been a part of that, developing that mindset." Claiming the scalp of Anders will be no easy feat, despite the former American football player being on the back nine of his career. 8 Christian Leroy Duncan expects Eryk Anders to give him his sternest test yet Credit: GETTY And Duncan is treating the 38-year-old like he's still at the peak of his powers. "He's very much a pressure fighter who likes to go forward," Duncan said of Anders. "[He] likes to be on the front foot and likes to dominate. "So it's gonna be more of me implementing my style onto him and seeing how he reacts and copes with that. "I believe my style will overwhelm him in the right areas at the right time. "And I think he'll be surprised with my speed and my movement once we're in there."
The Wire
a day ago
- Health
- The Wire
Sri Ramakrishna Hospital Highlights the Urgent Need for Early Treatment of Chronic Liver Disease and Debunks Myths Around Liver Transplantation
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India (NewsVoir) With rising cases of chronic liver disease across India, experts at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital urge early intervention and clarify that not all patients require a transplant. The hospital also reassures the public about the safety of modern liver transplants, including living donor procedures, offering hope and clarity to affected families. Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) is often a silent and progressive condition that affects millions of people across the country. What begins as mild liver damage can slowly evolve into cirrhosis or even liver failure if not identified and managed early. At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore, one of Tamil Nadu's leading centres for liver care and transplant, liver specialists are calling attention to the importance of early treatment, misconceptions about transplantation, and ensuring donor safety in living liver donations. Don't Wait for the Symptoms to Worsen: When to Start Treatment for Chronic Liver Disease According to Hepatologists in Coimbatore, the biggest mistake many patients make is waiting for symptoms to become severe before seeking help. Chronic liver disease doesn't often show signs in the early stages. Many patients come to us only after they develop jaundice, fluid buildup in the abdomen, or confusion—all signs of advanced disease. CLD is a slow-burning condition caused by long-term damage to the liver from reasons such as alcohol use, viral hepatitis (B or C), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), autoimmune disorders, or certain medications. The key to managing CLD is to start treatment as soon as it's diagnosed—even if symptoms are mild or absent. Early-stage treatment involves addressing the cause, monitoring liver function, making lifestyle changes, and sometimes using medications to slow or halt progression. Does Every Chronic Liver Disease Patient Need a Liver Transplant? A question many people ask liver doctors is, 'Does every patient really need a liver transplant?' The answer is not always. Only a small percentage of patients with CLD actually require a transplant. Many can lead long, healthy lives with medical management, regular follow-ups, and timely interventions. A transplant is usually considered only when the liver can no longer perform its essential functions—processing toxins, producing proteins, or regulating blood clotting. Signs of liver failure include repeated fluid accumulation (ascites), gastrointestinal bleeding, confusion (hepatic encephalopathy), or dangerously elevated bilirubin levels. The decision for transplant is never rushed. Our Liver Transplant team at SRH use international scoring systems like MELD (Model for End-stage Liver Disease) to assess how sick the liver is, and whether the patient will benefit from a transplant in the short and long term. Liver Transplantation – How Safe Is It Today? Liver transplantation has come a long way in terms of safety and success rates. At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, the liver transplant team follows global standards and a highly streamlined approach to maximise success and minimise risks. With better surgical techniques, critical care, and post-operative support, liver transplants today are safer than ever before. At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, the success rates match global benchmarks, and the patients receive round-the-clock monitoring by a multidisciplinary team. Transplant surgeries typically last 8 to 12 hours and are followed by intensive care monitoring for the first few days. Most patients are discharged within 2 weeks and go on to lead a normal, active life with regular follow-up and immunosuppressive medications. Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT): What About Donor Safety? Due to the shortage of cadaver (deceased donor) livers, Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT) has become a vital option in India. In LDLT, a healthy person—usually a close relative—donates a portion of their liver, which then regenerates in both the donor and the recipient within weeks. While many families express concern about the donor's safety, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital ensures that donor care is the top priority. A stringent evaluation is conducted before accepting a donor. Advanced imaging, cardiac testing, and psychological assessments are performed to ensure complete safety by the Liver Transplant experts in Coimbatore. The donor undergoes surgery to remove about 30–60% of their liver, depending on the recipient's needs. The liver begins to regenerate almost immediately, and most donors return to their routine within 4 to 6 weeks. Chronic Liver Disease doesn't have to be life threatening. Early detection, timely treatment, and the right medical team can change outcomes dramatically. The liver is one of the only organs in the human body that can regrow or regenerate. The earlier the damage is addressed, the higher the chance of recovery. Sri Ramakrishna Hospital in Coimbatore is a leading centre in South India for treating liver diseases and performing liver transplants. With a multidisciplinary team of experts, cutting-edge surgical facilities, and a deeply compassionate approach to care, the hospital is committed to guiding patients and their families through every stage of their liver health journey. Whether it's early intervention for chronic liver disease or advanced transplant care, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital ensures that every patient receives personalised, safe, and life-restoring treatment. Sri Ramakrishna Hospital in Coimbatore provides care for Liver transplant patients at highest quality matching global standards, which is affordable to the people of this region who come and experience the safe. affordable and empathetic liver case by our highly trained transplant team at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Newsvoir and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
Fashion Value Chain
a day ago
- Health
- Fashion Value Chain
Sri Ramakrishna Hospital Highlights the Urgent Need for Early Treatment of Chronic Liver Disease and Debunks Myths Around Liver Transplantation
With rising cases of chronic liver disease across India, experts at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital urge early intervention and clarify that not all patients require a transplant. The hospital also reassures the public about the safety of modern liver transplants, including living donor procedures, offering hope and clarity to affected families. Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) is often a silent and progressive condition that affects millions of people across the country. What begins as mild liver damage can slowly evolve into cirrhosis or even liver failure if not identified and managed early. At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore, one of Tamil Nadu's leading centres for liver care and transplant, liver specialists are calling attention to the importance of early treatment, misconceptions about transplantation, and ensuring donor safety in living liver donations. Don't Wait for the Symptoms to Worsen: When to Start Treatment for Chronic Liver Disease According to Hepatologists in Coimbatore, the biggest mistake many patients make is waiting for symptoms to become severe before seeking help. Chronic liver disease doesnt often show signs in the early stages. Many patients come to us only after they develop jaundice, fluid buildup in the abdomen, or confusion-all signs of advanced disease. CLD is a slow-burning condition caused by long-term damage to the liver from reasons such as alcohol use, viral hepatitis (B or C), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), autoimmune disorders, or certain medications. The key to managing CLD is to start treatment as soon as it's diagnosed-even if symptoms are mild or absent. Early-stage treatment involves addressing the cause, monitoring liver function, making lifestyle changes, and sometimes using medications to slow or halt progression. Does Every Chronic Liver Disease Patient Need a Liver Transplant A question many people ask liver doctors is, 'Does every patient really need a liver transplant' The answer is not always. Only a small percentage of patients with CLD actually require a transplant. Many can lead long, healthy lives with medical management, regular follow-ups, and timely interventions. A transplant is usually considered only when the liver can no longer perform its essential functions-processing toxins, producing proteins, or regulating blood clotting. Signs of liver failure include repeated fluid accumulation (ascites), gastrointestinal bleeding, confusion (hepatic encephalopathy), or dangerously elevated bilirubin levels. The decision for transplant is never rushed. Our Liver Transplant team at SRH use international scoring systems like MELD (Model for End-stage Liver Disease) to assess how sick the liver is, and whether the patient will benefit from a transplant in the short and long term. Liver Transplantation – How Safe Is It Today Liver transplantation has come a long way in terms of safety and success rates. At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, the liver transplant team follows global standards and a highly streamlined approach to maximise success and minimise risks. With better surgical techniques, critical care, and post-operative support, liver transplants today are safer than ever before. At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, the success rates match global benchmarks, and the patients receive round-the-clock monitoring by a multidisciplinary team. Transplant surgeries typically last 8 to 12 hours and are followed by intensive care monitoring for the first few days. Most patients are discharged within 2 weeks and go on to lead a normal, active life with regular follow-up and immunosuppressive medications. Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT): What About Donor Safety Due to the shortage of cadaver (deceased donor) livers, Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT) has become a vital option in India. In LDLT, a healthy person-usually a close relative-donates a portion of their liver, which then regenerates in both the donor and the recipient within weeks. While many families express concern about the donor's safety, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital ensures that donor care is the top priority. A stringent evaluation is conducted before accepting a donor. Advanced imaging, cardiac testing, and psychological assessments are performed to ensure complete safety by the Liver Transplant experts in Coimbatore. The donor undergoes surgery to remove about 30-60% of their liver, depending on the recipient's needs. The liver begins to regenerate almost immediately, and most donors return to their routine within 4 to 6 weeks. Chronic Liver Disease doesn't have to be life threatening. Early detection, timely treatment, and the right medical team can change outcomes dramatically. The liver is one of the only organs in the human body that can regrow or regenerate. The earlier the damage is addressed, the higher the chance of recovery. Sri Ramakrishna Hospital in Coimbatore is a leading centre in South India for treating liver diseases and performing liver transplants. With a multidisciplinary team of experts, cutting-edge surgical facilities, and a deeply compassionate approach to care, the hospital is committed to guiding patients and their families through every stage of their liver health journey. Whether it's early intervention for chronic liver disease or advanced transplant care, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital ensures that every patient receives personalised, safe, and life-restoring treatment. Sri Ramakrishna Hospital in Coimbatore provides care for Liver transplant patients at highest quality matching global standards, which is affordable to the people of this region who come and experience the safe. affordable and empathetic liver case by our highly trained transplant team at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital.
Straits Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
CICT to remaining 55% of CapitaSpring, raise $500m from private placement to finance it
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox The Grade A office tower in Raffles Place has nearly 100 per cent committed occupancy as at end-June. SINGAPORE - CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT) on Aug 5 announced the proposed acquisition of the 55 per cent of CapitaSpring it does not already own at an agreed property value of S$1.05 billion. Of this, 45 per cent is from CapitaLand Development (CLD) and 10 per cent is from Mitsubishi Estate. The agreed property value for the whole 51-storey office tower in Raffles Place is $1.9 billion. The total acquisition outlay is estimated $482.3 million. Tan Choon Siang, CEO of CICT's manager said: 'CapitaSpring has consistently performed well, maintaining nearly 100 per cent committed occupancy as at 30 June 2025, underpinned by good quality tenants from diverse trade sectors. We are confident in the office tower's long-term potential to capture future growth, supported by sustained demand for quality Grade A office spaces and limited supply in the core CBD. 'Our Singapore exposure will increase from approximately 94 per cent to 95 per cent of our portfolio property value, advancing our strategic goal to deepen our presence in this core market.' On a pro forma basis, the acquisition is expected to deliver a distribution per unit (DPU) accretion of 1.1 per cent, assuming CICT had held and operated 100 per cent of CapitaSpring's commercial component from Jan 1 to June 30, 2025. CICT intends to finance it (excluding the acquisition fee related to the acquisition of CLD's 45 per cent interest, which will be paid in CICT units) using proceeds raised through a private placement, which is expected to raise $500 million. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. World Israel to decide next steps in Gaza after ceasefire talks collapse Singapore 'I wish I can hear her sing again,' says boyfriend of Yishun fatal crash victim Asia What's it like to deal with brutal US tariffs? Ask Malaysia Singapore Singapore launches review of economic strategy to stay ahead of global shifts Singapore A look at the five committees reviewing Singapore's economic strategy Opinion Keeping it alive: How Chinese opera in Singapore is adapting to the age of TikTok Life Glamping in Mandai: Is a luxury stay at Colugo Camp worth the $550 price tag? The proposed placement of over 237.5 million new units will have a minimum offering price of $2.105 per unit. The issue price range between $2.105 and $2.142 represents a discount of between around 4.1 and 5.7 per cent to the volume weighted average price (VWAP) of $2.2334 per unit for trades of the units executed on Aug 4. The new units are expected to be listed on the Singapore Exchange on Aug 14. CICT's manager estimates that the quantum of DPU held as at the close of Aug 13 under the cumulative distribution to be at between 6.92 cents and 7.02 cents. It also announced on Aug 5 that CICT posted a 3.5 per cent year-on-year rise in its first half DPU to 5.62 cents, which will be paid on or around Sept 18. Distributable income for the six months ended June grew 12.4 per cent to $411.9 million, compared with $366.5 million in the year-ago period. This increase was attributed to the income contribution from ION Orchard, which was acquired on Oct 30, 2024, better performance from existing properties and lower interest expenses, partially offset by the divestment of 21 Collyer Quay CICT units were halted from trading before the market opened on Aug 5. They closed on Aug 4 at $2.24, up 2.3 per cent or five cents.
