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The Star
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Azurin intends to elevate woman football to a new level
PETALING JAYA: National women's football team goalkeeper Nur Azurin Mazlan (pic) has returned home with renewed zeal after a successful five-month stint in the European league. The 25-year-old shot-stopper had played for KFF Vllaznia in the Albanian women's league (Kategoria Superiore Femra) since January and went on to help them win the league. Azurin said the valuable experience had made her a better player and person. 'The game intensity was different. It was fast, aggressive, and tactical,' said Azurin. 'You really see the gap between UEFA Champions League-level women teams and where we stand in Malaysia. 'In fact, one of the girls asked me – where is Malaysia? I was shocked. 'But I also realised that this is our reality – we're a small footballing nation although we have a rich background, passionate fans, and talented players. 'I hope what I've learnt from Albania can help our national team. There were a lot of new experiences and challenges that I hope to share with my teammates,' she said. Azurin is one of the key figures in the Malaysian Tigress squad. She and her teammates have started their training camp under new coach Joel Cornelli from Brazil. They are scheduled to play in international friendlies against Bhutan and Hong Kong before heading to Dushanbe, Tajikistan, for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers from June 23-July 5. 'Honestly, most of the players are adapting. It's a new environment. But that's part of the process – we have to go through the changes if we want to grow,' said Azurin. 'The new coach has a strong background, and we're excited to learn new systems and tactics. Get new perspectives.' Having broken barriers overseas, Azurin now finds herself in a new kind of leadership role. She's not just a goalkeeper anymore – she's an example of what's possible and is determined to pass that belief on to the next generation.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bird flu scare: All UP zoos, lion safari shut for visitors till May 27
LUCKNOW/GORAKHPUR/KANPUR All zoos in Uttar Pradesh, along with the Etawah Lion Safari, will remain closed for visitors till May 27 as a precautionary measure to ensure that all protocols for H5 avian influenza are followed for the safety of birds and animals, said forest minister Arun K Saxena on Tuesday. Gorakhpur, Lucknow and Kanpur zoos were already shut till May 20 in wake of bird flu deaths but the closure has now been extended. 'The closure of zoos is precautionary, and to ensure all protocols for H5 avian influenza are followed for safety of birds and animals,' said Saxena. The closure of the Shaheed Ashfaq Ullah Khan Zoological Park in Gorakhpur may be extended further said officials. A public notice regarding the indefinite closure has been posted at the zoo entrance. So far, deaths of Tiger 'Keshri', aged over seven years, on March 30, followed by that of a leopard on April 7, Tigress 'Shakti' on May 8, Lion 'Pataudi' on May 15, and a peacock have been confirmed due to bird flu in Gorakhpur and Kanpur zoos. A team formed by the Central Zoo Authority (CZA) is on an inspection at Gorakhpur zoo, where the first death was reported. The team includes officials from the animal husbandry department, Bhopal-based National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) and officials from the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Bareilly. On the second day of their investigation, the panel collected random samples from key animals, including a Barbary Lion and two other big cats. Besides, more than 50 environmental samples were collected, including bird droppings, surface swabs, and drinking water sources. Gorakhpur zoo director Vikas Yadav stated that the extended closure is a precautionary measure to prevent any potential outbreak. Meanwhile concerns rose following the discovery of dead crows within the zoo premises. As of Monday evening, the total number of crow deaths on-site rose to nine. Veterinary staff sent the latest samples to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Bareilly, for further analysis. Meanwhile, Covid protocols have been implemented in one-kilometre radius around the Kanpur zoo in wake of the avian influenza scare. The action follows the deaths of a lion and a peacock within the past week, prompting concern among local authorities and residents. Additional CMO Dr Rajeshwar Tiwari said Covid protocols have been enforced as avian influenza can be transmitted to humans. 'People must wash their hands regularly, wear face masks, and maintain physical distance,' he said, adding a medical team will monitor the area, examine residents, collect samples where required, and provide medicines as needed. A significant population resides around the zoo. One of the housing projects developed by the Kanpur Development Authority is situated adjacent the zoo's hospital and incineration zone. Many residents living close to the facility have expressed concern and kept their windows shut as a safety measure. Central Zoo Authority (CZA) officials are expected to carry out an inspection of the zoo on Wednesday and likely to recommend additional steps to prevent spread of infection. According to regional forest officer Naved Ikram, no animal deaths were reported on Tuesday. He noted that blood and swab samples from 11 animals have been sent to a laboratory in Bhopal, and the results are expected by Wednesday morning. Samples from zoo staff and water collected from various parts of the zoo have also been submitted for testing. 'At present, the situation appears to be under control,' Ikram said. Two tigresses, Aadya and Pushpa, reportedly consumed only half their usual meal on Tuesday, and their condition is being watched closely by veterinary staff.
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nvidia Stock Rises as Analysts Call DeepSeek Selloff a Buying Opportunity
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) received an upgrade from Tigress Financial on Tuesday, moving from Buy to Strong Buy, after the stock suffered a sharp decline tied to concerns over Chinese AI firm DeepSeek. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Signs with NVDA. The selloff erased nearly $600 billion in market cap, but analysts at Tigress see it as a buying opportunity. Tigress also raised its 12-month price target to $220, citing Nvidia's leadership in AI and the growing capital investment in AI development across industries. The firm expects strong revenue and cash flow growth to drive long-term shareholder value. Additional factors supporting the upgrade include the Trump administration's Project Stargate initiative, CEO Jensen Huang's CES keynote, Nvidia's advancements in GPU technology, and its expansion into healthcare. Analysts also pointed to Nvidia's strong balance sheet as a key advantage in the evolving AI landscape. As of 10:49:55 AM ET, Nvidia shares were up 1.51% to $120.21, reflecting renewed investor confidence following the upgrade. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
