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Toronto Star
a day ago
- Business
- Toronto Star
AMD to Host Financial Analyst Day on November 11, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced it will host its 2025 Financial Analyst Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, in New York City. The event will feature presentations from AMD's executive leadership team, highlighting the company's strategy and growth opportunities, innovative product and technology roadmaps and long-term financial plan. A live video webcast and replay of the event will be available on the AMD Investor Relations website at About AMD For more than 55 years AMD has driven innovation in high-performance computing, graphics and visualization technologies. Billions of people, leading Fortune 500 businesses and cutting-edge scientific research institutions around the world rely on AMD technology daily to improve how they live, work and play. AMD employees are focused on building leadership high-performance and adaptive products that push the boundaries of what is possible. For more information about how AMD is enabling today and inspiring tomorrow, visit the AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) website, blog, LinkedIn, Facebook and X pages. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo and the combination thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Media Contact Phil Hughes AMD Communications 512-865-9697 Investor Contact Liz Stine AMD Investor Relations (720) 652-3965
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Jota's death could inspire Liverpool to new heights or make title defence tough
For Arne Slot and Liverpool, a pre-season that interrogated their psyche in the most brutal fashion has unfolded as a dignified exercise in love pushing back the forces of darkness. Diogo Jota's tragic passing on July 3rd seeped into every nook and cranny of the House of Shankly, the pollutants of shock, grief, anger and bewilderment seeming to turn even the ancient Mersey waters the deepest shade of black. Anguish was plastered like a thousand billboards across a city where football and tragedy have too frequently coalesced, where those uniformed in the club's storied red shirts are often the primary measure of an entire tribe's dreams. Liverpool handled an impossible situation with enduring class. Slot spoke beautifully, Jota's number 20 jersey was retired, players and supporters came together in a cathartic and tender outpouring. Now, Diogo's friends have to go back to the day job. They must play competitive football again, deal with the remorseless scheduling, unceasing spotlight and mental and physical stresses of a Premier League season. For all the professional counselling made available to players, nobody can predict with any certainty how the inhabitants of that super-heated Anfield bubble will react to having passed through such an emotional tempest. Over the course of a 38-game season that begins with Friday's visit of Bournemouth, might the psychological haymaker of losing a just-married colleague in crushing fashion have a concussive effect on their title defence? In November 2014, Australian test batsman Phil Hughes — the youngest player to have scored two centuries in a single test match — died aged 25, two days after being struck on the top of the neck by a ball in a domestic match in Sydney. The impact caused a split in an artery triggering a massive bleed into the brain. A freakish and catastrophic accident, it convulsed a cricket mad nation. Flags flew at half mast at the Melbourne and Sydney Cricket Grounds. Former Australian captain Michael Slater said his country was weeping. David Warner of Australia touches the tribute to the late Phil Hughes as he walks out at Sydney Cricket Ground (Image: Ryan Pierse - Cricket Australia via Getty Images) Just ten weeks later, the Aussies played their first game as co-hosts of the 2015 Cricket World Cup. Seeded fourth, they performed like a team possessed. Player after player talked about finding new energy levels, about being propelled to glory by their fallen team-mate. They trounced England by 111 runs in their opening game and overwhelmed Pakistan, India and New Zealand in the knockout stages to be crowned world champions. Team captain Michael Clarke felt the presence of Hughes during those games, providing psychic fuel. Wearing an armband with his late team-mate's initials, he said: 'It's been a tough time, but we played this World Cup with 12 players on the pitch.' Of course, there is no universal rule. Because Australia drew a fraternal strength from their desire to respect Hughes's legacy, it does not mean Liverpool will summon new energy from their undoubted affection for Jota. Elite athletes sit alone in a brilliant rectangle of light seemingly unbound by many of the constraints that restrict the rest of us. When mortality strikes this escapist playground, it rocks supporters. But it also asks the hardest questions of those who remain in the arena. On March 2nd, 2004 the then Tyrone football captain Cormac McAnallen passed away in his sleep from an undiagnosed heart condition. He was 24. Cormac McAnallen (Image: ©INPHO/Patrick Bolger) Eighteen months after his death, Tyrone would win their second All-Ireland and three years later another. Team-mate Sean Cavanagh would subsequently talk of how his friend was at his shoulder in those moments. 'Virtually every game I played, especially the big games, any time I looked for inspiration, I went and said prayers at Cormac's grave. 'This story is a bit weird to be honest, but it's true. The day before the 2008 All-Ireland final, I went to Cormac's grave around 11 o'clock in the morning, and I was just saying a few prayers when this cat appeared from absolutely nowhere. 'It sat at my feet the entire time I was there, and it then genuinely vanished, like someone turned out a light. It just wasn't there anymore, and I'm not into the hocus pocus stuff, I'm the biggest critic of that stuff, but this spooked me out. 'I got into the car, and in 2003 the Tyrone team had made a CD where we all picked a song, and Cormac's song was 'Gold' by Spandau Ballet. I was already spooked by the cat thing, and the radio then plays this song, and I'm like, 'what's going on here?''. As he told the journalist, Lee Costello: 'I then go and play one of the greatest games I ever played, won the All-Ireland, won man of the match. 'About a month later I got chatting to Cormac's aunty who was telling me Cormac's cat had disappeared. When I described the cat, she said that 'that was it'.' The Nigerian fighter Young Ali, never regained consciousness after being stopped by Barry McGuigan at London's Grosvenor House Hotel in the summer of 1982. After six months in a coma, the stricken African passed away. Barry McGuigan celebrates after beating Eusebio Pedroza at Loftus Road (Image:) McGuigan endured an existential crisis: 'I didn't want to box anymore. I'd had enough. I was sick to my stomach of it and to think that could happen. 'As a fighter, you never think of things like that because you can't think of things like that. 'You can't think there's a possibility you could end up seriously injured or dead. But that is the reality.' McGuigan would return to the ring and three years later would defeat Eusebio Pedroza at Loftus Road to become world champion and an unrivalled merchant of hope for the island of Ireland in troubled political times. There is a world of difference between McGuigan's story and Liverpool's one for the past five weeks. Most obviously, nobody at Anfield inflicted the blow that ended Jota's life. Yet there may be one tenuous similarity, the phenomenon known as survivor guilt. All these years later, it has never quite left McGuigan. 'I found myself asking why it had happened to Ali and not to me. I went to church and prayed a lot.' Manchester United, like Liverpool, were champions of England, when a plane sped down a German airport runway in a snowstorm on February 6th, 1958. The Munich Air Disaster claimed the life of eight players and a total of 23 people, as well as inflicting terrible injuries on manager Matt Busby among others. English football's crown prince Duncan Edwards, club captain Roger Byrne, centre-forward Tommy Taylor and Dubliner Liam Whelan were among those who lost their lives. Bobby Charlton, then just 20, awoke on the airfield, still strapped to his airline seat, with debris all around him, the plane broken up and the blizzard still swirling. He turned to his side to see a team-mate lying dead. Bobby Charlton in his hospital bed following the Munich air crash (Image: Bela Zola/Daily Mirror/Mirrorpix via Getty Images) 'There was very little wrong with me physically but I could not stop thinking about the accident. I felt drained of all emotion. Why me? Why should I be left?' The resilience of United's response defied belief. They played again just 16 days after the tragedy, 66,124 packing into Old Trafford on a night of monumental emotion to see them somehow fashion a draw with Nottingham Forest. And though, their bid for a hat-trick of league titles would fizzle out (they finished ninth), United would reach the FA Cup final and European Cup semi-final. The following season a not far from scratch team would finish runner-up in the league. Nobody yet knows how events on Spain's A-52 motorway five weeks ago have rewritten the map of Liverpool hearts or how it will effect performances in the days, weeks and months ahead. Honouring the memory of their fallen friend may drive the Anfield fellowship, their warm tears may burn cracks in the ice sheet of their composure. What is certain is that Jota, frozen in time at 28 years of age, will be a beloved and powerful presence each time Kop disciples gather at their house of worship.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Paragon Bank supports UK SMEs with over $41m in funding
Paragon Bank has offered more than £31m ($41.8m) in funding to more than 200 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the British Business Bank's Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS). This initiative, part of the UK Government's broader support for British enterprise, has allowed Paragon to extend financial support to businesses across various sectors, including agriculture, construction, manufacturing and transport. Paragon said the scheme's impact has been 'significant', allowing it to facilitate business investments that would likely have been unfeasible without this support. The GGS offers unsecured loans and asset-based finance, with the volume of lending and the number of businesses supported growing daily. The scheme is set to run until March 2026, offering Paragon insights to inform future credit appetite and broaden its customer reach. Earlier this month, the government announced an additional £10.3bn in funding for the British Business Bank, including £500m in extra lending capacity for the GGS. Paragon continues to collaborate with the British Business Bank to allocate more GGS funding, supporting both existing and new customers. Paragon Bank's SME lending deputy managing director Phil Hughes said: 'The Growth Guarantee Scheme has been a powerful tool and resounding success in helping us extend more support to ambitious UK businesses who need it. 'We have already seen what a difference it can make in unlocking funding, especially for sectors vital to the economy and productivity, such as construction and agriculture, where upfront investment can be a major barrier. The early success and scale of demand speak volumes – and with the right backing, we are ready to do even more.' In the first half of its fiscal year, Paragon noted a 7.3% rise in new loans within its SME lending sector. For the six months ending 31 March 2025, the bank recorded £247m in SME lending loans, up from £230.2m in the same timeframe the previous year. Asset finance, a core element of the division, grew by 11.1% to £169.9m, outperforming the market average growth of 6.4%. "Paragon Bank supports UK SMEs with over $41m in funding" was originally created and published by Leasing Life, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Daily Record
18-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Lanarkshire Carers celebrates 30 years of providing advice and support
A 30th anniversary celebration summer dance was held as part of Carers Week 2025 to mark the occasion. Lanarkshire Carers is celebrating 30 years of delivering information, advice, and support to carers in Lanarkshire. A 30th anniversary celebration summer dance was held as part of Carers Week 2025 to mark the occasion. In 1995, a small group of carers met in a community hall with the shared interest of making things better for people who look after someone else, the people who care. That was the start of Lanarkshire Carers and everything the charity has grown into and developed as a vital, progressive and dynamic organisation. Lanarkshire Carers continues with its core purpose of working with and for carers to make a positive difference to their lives. Barbara McAuley, CEO of Lanarkshire Carers, said: 'It was a fantastic evening of food, entertainment and dancing. Many carers spoke about the impact Lanarkshire Carers has on their lives and how much they enjoy being part of the organisation and the 30th year celebration. 'My colleagues and I are truly fortunate to work for a carer led organisation and thanks must go to that first group of carers in 1995 and to every carer who has contributed to Lanarkshire Carers since then. The evening was a celebration with staff, volunteers, board members, carers and friends coming together to enjoy themselves, make connections and happy memories. 'Lanarkshire Carers culture and values shone throughout and were reflected in the many comments and emotions shared during the evening. 'It is a special year for a wonderful organisation and a privilege to be part of this celebration. Carers must be recognised and valued for everything they do and have access to the information, advice and support they need, we know from over 16,000 members the impact of Lanarkshire Carers work.' The dance was held at Hamilton Park Racecourse with nearly 200 guests including carers who are members of Lanarkshire Carers and representatives from North Lanarkshire Council, South Lanarkshire Council and Carers Trust Scotland. The dance marked the grand finale of Lanarkshire Carers busy programme of activities for Carers Week 2025, which included laughter therapy, crystal sound bath, jewellery making and singing workshops all of which proved to be popular taster sessions with carers. There was also a woodland wellbeing walk in the Morgan Glen Nature Reserve and a fresh-air catch up in Drumpellier Country Park. In the weeks leading up to Carers Week, 10 carer catch up sessions were held across North and South Lanarkshire localities for carers to take time out from their caring roles, meet Lanarkshire Carers staff, access information and engage with other carers for peer support and connections. Board member Phil Hughes said: 'The night made me even more proud, if that's possible, of our organisation. It was well organised by staff who are caring, pleasant, and professional. 'They ensured everyone had a really good time and are a credit to our organisation. Carers Week is a busy time for Lanarkshire Carers when the normal daily work also continues. 'The theme this year highlights our services and approach and it was good to see so many carers supported through the additional Carers Week activities.' Lanarkshire Carers provides information, advice and a range of direct support services for unpaid carers in Lanarkshire which can help carers maintain and improve their quality of life and continue to care. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians become fourth team to qualify for playoffs
Mumbai Indians players celebrate a wicket against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025. (AP) Mumbai Indians became the fourth and final team to qualify for the IPL playoffs after beating Delhi Capitals by 59 runs in a virtual quarter-final at the Wankhede Stadium. Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings had already booked their place in the knockouts. MI have now reached the IPL playoffs for the 11th time and remain on course to win their sixth title. They had triumphed in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Following their comfortable win, MI moved to 16 points and ensured Delhi Capitals will not leapfrog them even if they lose their last league stage game against Punjab Kings. DC remain on 13 points after their 13th match in the IPL. They, too, will finish their IPL league stage campaign against PBKS. However, nothing will ride on that match anymore. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep 5: Shane Watson on how IPL gave him a lifeline & his tribute to Phil Hughes While the top four teams are decided a week before the league stage draws to a close on May 27, the battle for top-two places remains alive. The teams that finish in the top-two get two opportunities to qualify for the final. Gujarat Titans, atop the IPL points table are on 18 points, and can reach 22 points if they win their remaining two matches. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings are both on 17 points each and can muster 21 points if they win their remaining two matches. The race for the top-two places will, thus, go much deeper. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
