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IOL News
15 hours ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Riveiro deserves to coach the biggest club in Africa
FORMER Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was given a two-year contract at Al-Ahly. | BackpagePix Image: BACKPAGEPIX Not in his wildest dreams must Jose Riveiro imagined that it'd get this big. But now that it surpassed his imagination, he must soak it all in. He's earned it! Riveiro ascended to the hottest coaching seat in club football on the continent as he was announced as Al Ahly's coach this week on a two-year deal. Of course, this is Al Ahly we are talking about - he might even be lucky to last a full season at the club if he doesn't win the CAF Champions League at full attempt next season. I am not trying to jinx things for him - but he knows that he replaced Marcel Koller who came up short in the semi-final after winning back-to-back African crowns. But let's not spend time increasing the volume on what comes with expectations of coaching the Red Devils, instead let's congratulate Riveiro and wish him well in his new role. Riveiro is proof that when one works hard in silence, their success speaks for them as he arrived on the continent as an unpopular figure and changed that in four years. He might have reached the ceiling in a coaching role in club football in Africa, but his coaching prowess, and personality is going to be tested. He must hold dear to the philosophy that made him succeed at Orlando Pirates, but he must be able to acclimatise - know when, and how to react in match and daily life situations. He should be able to do that as well. Not only did he bring his own trusted lieutenants, but he feels he's at the right place where he can fully succeed as a coach. 'I'm in a European club. You don't lack anything. This is what I dreamt of and hoped for, to coach a team the size of Al Ahly,' said Riveiro according to reports from Egypt. But while Pirates might be inferior to Al Ahly, what Riveiro did at the club wasn't short of success in just three seasons as well. He duly made the Ghost 'Happy People' yet again, winning five cup finals out of six, and finishing up as the runners-up to serial champions Mamelodi Sundowns. The three successive misses on the title are what dented his CV as the greatest honour that a coach can get is by being crowned the king of his domestic league. But, boy, it's safe to say that Riveiro made up for that blemish by planting seeds which can yield positive fruits not only for Pirates, but the nation at large in the near-future. 'Cocomelon football' was in motion at Pirates last season, with youngsters getting promoted and making their mark. That didn't go unnoticed as well. Youngsters, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Mohau Nkota and Simphiwe Selepe, who made their debuts this year, recently got Bafana Bafana call-ups. The trio are in coach Hugo Broos' final 23-member squad which will face Tanzania and Mozambique in two international friendlies in June. And while they'll all admit that Broos' decision was independent, they'll be grateful for the opportunity to make their professional appearance under Riveiro at Pirates.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Costco Q3 Sales Rise 8% to $62 Billion
Costco (NASDAQ:COST) delivered a robust Q3 beat, with net sales up 8% to $61.96 billion and EPS soaring to $4.28 from $3.78 a year ago. Costco's scale helped absorb tariff and inflation headwinds, driving an 8.1% gain in adjusted comps and widening its pricing lead over grocery and convenience peers. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Sign with COST. Morgan Stanley's Simeon Gutman lifted his Overweight target to $1,225, praising the share gains and scale leverage. Oppenheimer's Rupesh Parikh called the results unsurprising but said they reinforce confidence in Costco's ongoing outperformance, flagging a potential stock split as a near-term catalyst. UBS's Michael Lasser highlighted the chain's consistency and execution, while Jefferies' Corey Tarlowe pointed to pilot programs like Scan-and-Go as proof of Costco's tech edge. Investors should care because Costco's ability to pass through costs without denting traffic underscores its membership moat and sets the stage for continued market-share gains even in a tougher consumer backdrop. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Costco Q3 Sales Rise 8% to $62 Billion
Costco (NASDAQ:COST) delivered a robust Q3 beat, with net sales up 8% to $61.96 billion and EPS soaring to $4.28 from $3.78 a year ago. Costco's scale helped absorb tariff and inflation headwinds, driving an 8.1% gain in adjusted comps and widening its pricing lead over grocery and convenience peers. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Sign with COST. Morgan Stanley's Simeon Gutman lifted his Overweight target to $1,225, praising the share gains and scale leverage. Oppenheimer's Rupesh Parikh called the results unsurprising but said they reinforce confidence in Costco's ongoing outperformance, flagging a potential stock split as a near-term catalyst. UBS's Michael Lasser highlighted the chain's consistency and execution, while Jefferies' Corey Tarlowe pointed to pilot programs like Scan-and-Go as proof of Costco's tech edge. Investors should care because Costco's ability to pass through costs without denting traffic underscores its membership moat and sets the stage for continued market-share gains even in a tougher consumer backdrop. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Sign in to access your portfolio
CNBC
2 days ago
- Health
- CNBC
How travel medical insurance works and why it's so important
Whether you have private health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid, you probably won't be covered overseas. That's one way that travel insurance can be a lifesaver: A good policy will cover your doctor's bills, hospital stay, prescriptions and even medical evacuation if you need to be flown somewhere for treatment. There are countries that require proof of medical coverage before you'll be issued a visa, including Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. Here's what to know about travel medical insurance, including what it covers, how much it costs and which companies have the best policies. Travel medical insurance pays for emergency health care while you're abroad, including doctor's visits, lab tests, hospital stays and ambulance services. Travel medical coverage can also include: Coverage is included in standard travel policies, but you can also buy standalone plans. A plan with primary medical coverage will pay out before you need to submit claims to any other applicable health insurance you may have, while a secondary plan requires you to file with your primary carrier first. Travel medical coverage is often part of a comprehensive travel policy that also includes reimbursement for trip cancellation, lost bags and other situations. Travel insurance policies average between 4% and 10% of your trip's total nonrefundable costs, although the price will vary based on your age, destination, trip length and any add-ons you buy. A standalone travel medical policy is almost always less expensive than a comprehensive policy. For a 30-year-old taking a one-week trip to the United Kingdom, a travel medical plan from IMG costs an average of $19, while a comprehensive travel plan runs about $74. Existing health issues are usually not covered by travel insurance unless you have a pre-existing condition waiver. To get one you must insure 100% of your nonrefundable trip costs and be medically able to travel at the time of departure. You must also buy your policy within 14 to 21 days of booking, depending on the insurer. Certain medical conditions, including pregnancy, dementia, mental health issues and substance abuse, are typically not covered by a waiver. Your policy should have at least $250,000 in emergency medical coverage, although the amount can depend on a variety of factors, including: If you have health insurance through your employer, review your policy. A few plans include some overseas coverage, which can affect how much you need and whether it should be primary or secondary. You can buy a policy that only covers health-related expenses when you're traveling. While it won't cover canceled flights, lost luggage or missed connections, it's cheaper than comprehensive travel insurance and it might come with higher limits. If you book your trip with a credit card, it may come with some travel insurance benefits but many don't include medical benefits. Read your policies and terms to see what's included. You may also be able to get a standalone travel medical plan from your health insurance provider. United Healthcare's SafeTrip and Blue Cross Blue Shield's GeoBlue both have up to $1 million in medical coverage, for example, with no deductible. UnitedHealthcare's SafeTrip program offers standalone travel medical insurance, along with comprehensive travel insurance plans. Plans are available for travelers to than 150 countries worldwide. Medical policies are available with up to $1 million in coverage with no deductible. GeoBlue offers single-trip and multi-trip travel medical policies with worldwide access to telemedicine and no waiver needed for pre-existing conditions, as long as you have an underlying U.S. health care plan. Policies are available with up to $1 million in medical coverage. CNBC Select picked the best travel insurance for medical coverage in a variety of categories. Essential, Advantage and Ultimate policies plus last-minute Travel Med Go plan and standalone plans for emergency medical and flight coverage. Upgrades include rental car, pet and adventure activities coverage Upgrade with Ultimate plan covering 75% of nonrefundable trip costs if purchased within 21 days of initial deposit and 31 days of departure. Included with Ultimate plan if purchased within 21 days of initial deposit Who's this for? Travelex's Ultimate plan strikes a balance between affordability and generous coverage limits. And for each insured adult, Travelex include free coverage for one child 17 or under. Standout benefits: Travelex has a wide window for getting a pre-existing condition waiver, allowing buyers to qualify up to 21 days after booking their trip. IMG has a variety of policies available at different coverage levels, including standard travel insurance, travel medical insurance and international health insurance for expats. It also offers coverage for mental health services, which is uncommon in the industry. Up to 75% reimbursement for nonrefundable trip costs if purchased within 20 days of your initial trip deposit. Available if policy is purchased within 21 days of initial trip deposit. Who's this for? IMG's LX policy provides robust but affordable travel medical coverage. It comes with: Standout benefits: IMG also offers health insurance for expats with longer coverage terms than standard travel policies. Single-trip and multi-trip/annual policies and cruise insurance. Add-ons include Cancel for Any Reason coverage and a travel inconvenience benefit Add-on to Worldwide Trip Protector Deluxe or Platinum plan that reimburses 75% of nonrefundable costs when purchased within 21 days of initial trip payment Available if policy is purchased within 21 days of initial trip deposit. Who's this for? Travel Insured International's World Trip Protector Platinum plan reimburses up to: Standout benefits: While some insurers don't cover dental expenses, Travel Insured International will cover them up to $750. Seven Corners offers single-trip, annual and student plans and travel medical insurance. Optional add-ons include Cancel For Any Reason and Interruption for Any Reason (IFAR) coverage and protection for rental cars, sports equipment and event tickets. Reimburses up to 75% of nonrefundable trip costs if purchased within 21 days of booking. Available with Trip Protection Choice plan if bought within 20 days of initial deposit Who's this for? Seven Corners gives travelers 20 days from booking to buy coverage that includes a waiver for pre-existing conditions. That gives you a lot more wiggle room than many other providers. Standout benefits: Seven Corners also offers travel insurance for groups and annual plans for multiple trips. SquareMouth is a travel insurance marketplace that allows you can compare top-rated providers, including Berkshire Hathaway, Nationwide, Seven Corners and Tin Leg. Yes Read our SquareMouth travel insurance review Who's this for? Squaremouth provides price quotes from dozens of providers instantly, allowing you to choose the one that offers the most bang for your buck. Standout benefits: Squaremouth's money-back policy lets you get a full refund within 14 days of purchase, provided you haven't departed or filed a claim yet. If you have a complaint with the handling of your claim, Squaremouth's Zero Complaint Guarantee means it will mediate with the provider on your behalf. If the issue isn't resolved to Squaremouth's satisfaction, it will remove the provider from its platform. If you are buying a comprehensive travel insurance policy, look for one that offers at least $250,000 in emergency medical coverage. If you are older, have existing health conditions or plan to engage in high-risk activities, you may want to increase that amount. While most credit cards have some form of travel insurance, many don't include medical coverage. Among those that do, we like Chase Sapphire Reserve and The Platinum Card® from American Express. Check with your credit card provider to find out more about its travel medical benefits. Travel medical insurance is a worthwhile investment if your private health insurance doesn't reimburse for illnesses, injuries or evacuation overseas. (If you're enrolled in Medicaid or Medicare, you most likely won't be covered abroad.) In addition, if you are traveling to a developing nation or a remote area, a travel medical policy can reimburse you for the cost of being evacuated to a place with adequate services or even back home. Money matters — so make the most of it. Get expert tips, strategies, news and everything else you need to maximize your money, right to your inbox. Sign up here. At CNBC Select, our mission is to provide our readers with high-quality service journalism and comprehensive consumer advice so they can make informed decisions with their money. Every travel insurance review is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of travel insurance products. While CNBC Select earns a commission from affiliate partners on many offers and links, we create all our content without input from our commercial team or any outside third parties, and we pride ourselves on our journalistic standards and ethics. CNBC Select analyzed more than two dozen U.S. travel insurance companies, focusing on cost, limits for medical coverage and availability of waivers for pre-existing conditions. We based our selections on a quote for a 30-year-old traveler visiting the United Kingdom for a one-week trip with $2,000 in nonrefundable expenses. We also considered CNBC Select audience data when available, such as general demographics and engagement with our content and tools. Based on these criteria, our picks for best medical travel coverage are: Best comprehensive travel insurance: Travel Insured InternationalBest standalone travel medical insurance: IMGBest for high coverage limits: TravelexBest for pre-existing conditions: Seven CornersBest travel insurance marketplace: Squaremouth
News18
2 days ago
- General
- News18
TS DOST Phase 1 Seat Allotment Result 2025 Released, Steps To Download
Last Updated: Candidates who registered for admissions at the TS DOST 2025 portal can now access the phase 1 results by visiting the official website, The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) has released the phase 1 seat allotment result for Degree Online Services, Telangana or TS DOST 2025 today, May 29. Candidates who registered for the round 1 seat allotment process can visit the official website, to check the merit list. TS DOST Round 1 Seat Allotment Result: How To Check? Step 2: On the homepage look for and click on the 'TS DOST Phase 1 seat allotment' link to view the results. Step 3: As a new page opens, log in by entering the correct details such as application number and click on submit. Step 4: The TS DOST Phase 1 Seat Allotment Result 2025 will appear on the screen. Step 5: Check and download the seat allotment result. Candidates who have been allotted seats in Phase I are advised to complete the online self-reporting process by June 9, 2025. Those who confirm their seat by online self-reporting will next have to visit the allotted college/university in person to submit the essential documents required as well as pay the mandatory fee. Only after completing these stages will the candidate's seat be confirmed. — Class 10th and 12th marksheets/certificates — TS DOST phase 1 seat allotment letter — Valid ID proof (preferably Aadhar) — Transfer certificate — Caste certificate (if applicable) — PwD certificate (if applicable) The TS DOST phase 2 registration process will begin on May 30 and end on June 6. The seat allotment result will be published on June 13. DOST provides a single application window for admission to any of the state universities' undergraduate (UG) programmes (Telangana, Palamuru, Osmania, Kakatiya, Mahatma Gandhi, Sathavahana, and Mahila Vishwa Vidyalayam, JNTU, and TSBTET). First Published: May 29, 2025, 20:43 IST
