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Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Fla sack doctor José Luiz Runco after comments on De La Cruz
Flamengo has decided to fire José Luiz Runco. The head of the medical department leaves the Rio club one day after a message was released in which he said that Nico De la Cruz has a "chronic and irreparable injury". The information was first published by journalist Bruno Castanha and confirmed by Flamengo has not yet officially commented. Understand This Tuesday, Flamengo's general medical director, José Luiz Runco criticized the physical condition of Nico De La Cruz. According to information published by 'GE', Runco sent a message in a Whatsapp group, formed by several members of Fla's politics, criticizing the signing of Nicolás De La Cruz. "Dear João. Good afternoon. I will try to explain the situation of De la Cruz. Player bought in another administration, without the slightest condition, as he presents a chronic and irreparable injury in the right knee, and an injury also in the left knee. As we are bipeds, we have balance and muscle balance difficulties if any limb is already affected. We are trying to do our best so he can participate, but it is very complicated. And, about the sale, only if there is some club that is interested for another reason and not to play competitive football. Sincerely", said Runco. The player's staff publicly said that the doctor lacked ethics. The agents are still considering suing Runco. Earlier this Wednesday, Flamengo released a note stating the message was not written by a club professional. 'The Football Directorate of Clube de Regatas do Flamengo clarifies that the recently leaked message was not written by any of the five doctors who make up the professional football department: Fernando Sassaki (orthopedist and head of the sector), Luiz Macedo (cardiologist), Dieno Portella (orthopedist), Vitor Pereira (orthopedist) and Bruno Hassel (radiologist)', Flamengo wrote. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. 📸 MAURO PIMENTEL - AFP or licensors
News18
9 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
Policing is built on respect and cooperation, says Nagaland CM
Dimapur, Jul 23 (PTI) Nagaland Chief Minister Dr Neiphiu Rio on Wednesday said that policing is not merely a function of authority but a relationship built on cooperation and mutual respect. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nagaland Police NGOs Mess and the Nagaland Police Officers' Central Mess at Chumoukedima, Rio stated that law enforcement and administration form the backbone of governance. He reiterated the importance of civil-police coordination in maintaining peace and fostering development. He said that police forces should not operate through diplomacy or compromise, but rather 'serve with the highest standards of professionalism, impartiality, and integrity." He urged the personnel to let their conduct inspire public trust and confidence. Acknowledging the challenges faced by police personnel and their families, particularly regarding housing and working conditions, Rio assured them that the state government would continue to review and enhance support, sustenance, and welfare measures wherever possible and feasible. He said that the government is committed to equipping the police force with the latest technology, professional training, and modern infrastructure to make it more effective and result-oriented. Deputy Chief Minister Y Patton, in his address, said that the newly constructed officers' accommodation has been designed to meet the needs of a modern institution. The new infrastructure includes facilities to house 24 officers and their families in the Officers' Mess, and accommodation for 64 non-gazetted officers in the NGOs Mess. He added that these buildings reflect the government's commitment to providing dignified, comfortable, and efficient spaces for the police personnel who serve the state with dedication and courage. PTI CORR NBS NN view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 19:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
Nagaland CM reviews NH-2 damage, directs NHIDCL to speed up restoration
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Kohima, Jul 22 (PTI) Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Tuesday inspected the landslide-affected stretch of National Highway (NH)-2 at Phesama near Kohima and called for immediate and long-term measures to restore connectivity and prevent future disruptions. During the visit, the CM expressed concern over the recurring landslides in the area and acknowledged the challenges posed by Nagaland's hilly and landslide-prone terrain. 'National Highways are the lifelines of a nation, essential for connectivity and economic activity," Rio said, while stressing that the state government is working closely with implementing agencies to ensure early restoration. 'This is not a one-time issue; it has been happening since our childhood. The landslides and road obstructions are a lifelong challenge," he said while suggesting that an alternative route be developed with full NH specifications to handle heavy traffic; otherwise, village roads would collapse under the load of highway traffic. Interacting with officials of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), Rio urged the use of concrete, iron rods, and if possible, piling to strengthen the affected portions. 'Don't do temporary work. Construct a proper CC bridge and, if required, go for a flyover so that debris can pass below without obstructing the road," he stated. Executive Director of NHIDCL, R P Singh, apprised the chief minister that the underlying field area had turned into slush due to continuous rains, making it difficult for restoration equipment to enter. He said that the road had sunk impacting a 37-metre stretch, and that if weather conditions permit, temporary restoration could be completed by August 18. Rio acknowledged the difficulty in carrying out major work during the monsoon but instructed agencies to create a temporary passage and begin concrete work once the rains subside. 'The real landslip is expected during August-September, so a long-term strategy must be in place," he added. The chief minister also flagged the road's strategic importance, noting that it connects to the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama—venue of the annual Hornbill Festival. 'Last year, repairs continued until the last minute. This time we must plan well in advance and coordinate with NHIDCL, the district administration, and other stakeholders," he said. Rio also cautioned against poor disposal practices during landslip clearance and advised that debris must be properly managed without damaging nearby structures. Reflecting on the state's condition, Rio humorously remarked, 'Nagaland has only two seasons—mud season and dust season—due to human negligence," urging all stakeholders to work in unison for better planning and disaster preparedness. 'We must not wait for the last minute. Let's all be prepared," the chief minister added. Deputy Chief Ministers T R Zeliang and Y Patton and legislators S Keoshu Yimkhiung, Kropol Vitsu and Kevipodi Sophie accompanied the chief minister during the inspection. The stretch of highway connecting Kohima to Imphal NH-2 in Southern Angami region had completely sunk on June 2 following heavy rain. Meanwhile, on the request of the Phesama Village Council chairman Beizo M Kuotsu, the chief minister directed the Deputy Commissioner Kohima to conduct a proper survey to extend disaster compensation for damaged paddy fields and farms of the affected villagers. PTI NBS NBS RG view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 18:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Premier League's most expensive season ticket prices revealed with Man Utd just seventh highest
Scroll down to see the full list MONEY BALL Premier League's most expensive season ticket prices revealed with Man Utd just seventh highest Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE most expensive season tickets in the Premier League have been revealed ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. Fans will be pouring back into the stadiums with the hopes of watching their team make history. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Fulham has the most expensive season tickets in the Premier League Credit: Reuters 6 Man United's season tickets are the seventh most expensive Credit: Getty 6 Arsenal's season tickets reach up to £1,726 Credit: Getty 6 West Ham were one of seven teams to freeze prices Credit: Alamy However, some will be spending considerably more than others to watch their club's 19 home games of the season. Clubs in the Premier League have been boosted by mega broadcasting deals but still make significant cash from gate receipts. The cost of season tickets has seen a steady rise since the end of the Covid-19 pandemic. This has seen the most expensive season ticket in the Premier League be offered by Fulham READ MORE IN FOOTBALL IT'S FERGIE TIME Sir Alex Ferguson gatecrashes Rio's podcast... but refuses to take part For an adult general admission seating ticket that can be renewed on the phone or online, it will cost Cottagers' fans a staggering £3,084. This is an increase of £84 from last season, according to The Athletic. This new price is £861 MORE than the second most expensive ticket in the Prem, which is at Tottenham Hotspur. The top four most expensive tickets are all for clubs based in London, with Spurs' North London rivals Arsenal in third and West Ham in fourth. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Gunners' supporters will have to pay £1,726 for another season at the Emirates. While Hammers will be forking out just six pounds less than Arsenal, with the tickets costing £1,720 to the London Stadium. I experienced the poshest, most exclusive stand in the Premier League and it was like no other The East London side is the only club in the top four who have frozen its ticket prices for this season. Manchester United are further down the list behind the likes of Bournemouth and cross-city rivals Man City. The Cityzens are fifth in the table at £1,600, which has also seen a price freeze. The Red Devils have raised their ticket prices by five per cent despite last season's embarrassment on the pitch. 6 6 Burnley have the cheapest season tickets this term Credit: Getty Club CEO Omar Berrada has insisted that the jump in prices is to "offset the continued rises in operating costs". He said: "We appreciate the loyal and patient support of our fans, and particularly our Season-Ticket holders who represent the core of our match-going support base. "We understand the importance of their backing for the team and have worked hard to come up with a pricing package that is fair and reasonable. "After 11 consecutive years of price freezes, we increased prices by five per cent for the past two seasons and intend to do the same for next season to offset continued rises in operating costs." Burnley have by far the cheapest season tickets in the Premier League at just £525. This works out at £27.63 per Premier League match, compared to £162.31 per game at Fulham.
ABC News
3 days ago
- Health
- ABC News
Disability advocates say NDIS changes disregard alternative therapy benefits
On the red dirt in the outskirts of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia, a large, dark bay horse gently nuzzles Cooper in the chest. The 16-year-old in a wide-brim cowboy hat smiles. It is a sweet moment between the two friends. Cooper remembers being sceptical when his parents first suggested equine therapy as a way to build confidence and better manage his emotions during a difficult period. But he gave it a go. And the results, he says, have been life-changing. "It helps regulate my emotions. "When you're in control of such a big animal, it makes the other big things in life seem less scary." In his first equine therapy session, Cooper bonded with a horse named Rio. "Rio's the biggest and scariest," he said. "He weighs over half a ton. "They say he has ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), which is OK because I do too." Now, as Cooper gently brushes Rio under the dappled shade of a gum tree, both seem very serene. Cooper, who also has autism, accessed equine therapy through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). However, that stopped in October when the federal government introduced significant changes to the NDIS to reduce costs, including no longer funding equine therapy. Peak disability advocacy bodies have told the government some of the new rules are too "medicalised" and don't consider the benefits of some alternative therapies. The feedback was part of a consultation period on the new NDIS Support rules, open for public submissions until July 27. The NDIS Support rules list what is and is not funded. You can read it here. One of the major changes is that the NDIS will no longer fund supports that are not "evidence-based" or directly linked to someone's disability. Equine therapy falls under the umbrella of animal therapies, which are activities designed for people to have a positive experience with animals. It can include things like rabbit petting, playing with puppies or horse riding. Often, the goal is to help people cope with or recover from mental and physical health conditions, but it can vary. Under the changes, animal therapy has been deemed an "alternative" or "complementary therapy" and now falls in the same excluded category as tarot card reading, aromatherapy and crystal therapy. Assistance animals, like guide dogs, that are specially trained to help someone manage a disability, remain funded. As does animal-assisted therapy, which is where an accredited therapist uses an animal to help clients engage in therapy and get the most out of their sessions. Music and art therapy also remain funded by the NDIS, as long as the therapists are registered with the relevant peak bodies, which require them to have undergone recognised training and accreditation. In May, the government held online consultation sessions with disability peak bodies around the NDIS Support rules. A summary document of the feedback says there is evidence some supports no longer funded by the NDIS, like (alternative) therapies, work well for people with disability, where it meets their needs. "Participants particularly spoke about therapies. They said the lists are 'medicalised' and do not consider the benefit of some alternative therapies to participants." Other feedback included that remote communities need to be considered separately from metropolitan areas. "There are gaps in services in rural and remote communities that means more flexibility is needed." The Department of Social Services (DSS), which is running the consultations, says the feedback will help make decisions about what supports will and won't be funded in the future. People with Disability Australia was one of the peak advocacy organisations to contribute to the May round of consultation. Acting chief executive Megan Spindler-Smith said there were concerns the lists were too medicalised and too focused on being evidence-based. "This drive to be evidence-based is important, but what it means is that a lot of things like alternative therapies we know work in specific cases, or for some groups of people with disability, are not able to be considered," they said. Mx Spindler-Smith said the term "evidence-based" was also problematic because people with disability had historically not been allowed to take part in research, particularly clinical research. "So then that evidence doesn't necessarily link exactly to our direct lived experience." Another concern, Mx Spindler-Smith said, was the lack of consideration and flexibility for those living in non-metropolitan areas to access funded support services. "Registered therapists don't necessarily have a home base in many regional and remote areas," they said. "Which means that there are cohorts that are never going to be able to access it in the same way and therefore have been using non-registered therapists or people who can provide a similar level under supervision but cannot be seen as part of the list." Mx Spindler-Smith said it was important those in the disability community shared their views and experiences. "Right now, there is an opportunity until July 27 for you to have your say," they said. Lynette Keleher is the owner and operator of Breakthrough Equine Therapy, where Cooper does his lessons. Ms Keleher said Cooper was just one of hundreds of young people on the NDIS she had seen benefit from equine therapy over the years. She likened it to learning a new language or musical instrument in terms of how it engaged the body, brain and emotions. "We have a retainment rate of 90 per cent. Week after week, our clients return eager to see their favourite horse and reconnect. "You can see their troubles, negative thoughts and self-doubts disappear." Ms Keleher said previously, the business had about 50 per cent NDIS clients but had to pivot to offering other services when the changes came into effect. She said the financial impact meant a reduction in the number of staff — many of whom were NDIS participants employed through Breakthrough. Kalgoorlie-Boulder resident Jo Russell said her 21-year-old daughter Megan, regularly attended the equine therapy sessions at Breakthrough. "The gains she had made — it matched up with her NDIS goals. It aligned with what we were trying to develop and create for her and with that little stroke of the pen … it's all gone." Megan Russell requires full-time care. She is non-verbal, has autism, an intellectual disability and hip dysplasia. Her mother, Jo Russell, said the equine therapy sessions had both psychosocial and physical benefits. The physical benefits came from sitting up straight in the saddle and riding, which improved her daughter's mobility, posture and flexibility. And the psychosocial benefits, Ms Russell said, came from feeding and grooming horses, and interacting with staff, which helped break down the interpersonal gaps that came from her autism and avoiding contact. Ms Russell said continuing with the sessions, without the support of the NDIS, was not financially feasible. "[My daughter] is on a disability support pension. I'm on a disability support pension. I couldn't afford it for her, she couldn't afford it for herself," Ms Russell said. Ms Russell said she had heard similar stories from other members of the Goldfield region's disability community. "They're all very distressed because some of them can see their children regressing," she said. "The gains that have been made [through equine therapy], have now been lost." Ms Russell said the changes disproportionately affected regional and remote communities, like Kalgoorlie-Boulder, which struggled to attract and retain experienced specialists and health professionals. Psychologist and animal-assisted therapy expert, Professor Pauleen Bennett, said while there could be benefits to activities like equine therapy — the term "therapy" was misleading and the lack of regulation and oversight had the potential to cause harm. Professor Bennett said the alternative could be damaging and meant people might be missing out on real therapy with a qualified therapist. "For me, the critical difference is whether it's therapy or whether it's something else," she said. "That doesn't mean we shouldn't be doing it, and maybe the NDIS needs to be looking as some sort of way of accrediting people or organisations who do animal-assisted activities, but without calling it therapy," she said. Without the proper checks and balances that existed for other allied health services, Professor Bennett said anyone could claim to provide animal therapy — and there was no way for people to know whether it was fantastic or terrible. "We need some way of ensuring that the activities that they're doing are having a positive benefit," she said. "For some people, they definitely are. But without some sort of quality control … it's difficult to know." Meanwhile, Cooper and his family will be watching the outcome of the NDIS Support rules review closely. The Kalgoorlie teenager has not stopped equine therapy sessions entirely, but without the support of NDIS funding, they say visits will be fewer and far between.
