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New Straits Times
18 hours ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
MRSM Balik Pulau deny VI in thrilling SSR final
KUALA LUMPUR: MRSM Balik Pulau (MRSM BP) created history after becoming the first MRSM school to win the Super Schools Rugby (SSR) title yesterday (July 27). MRSM BP edged two-time winners Victoria Institution (VI) 14-13 in a nail-biting grand final which had fans from both teams on the edge of their seats at the Taman Ekuestrian Putrajaya field. MRSM BP trailed for much of the match but made it count when it mattered in the business end of the final. Firdaus Zolkfli, who scored both MRSM BP's tries, was named Milo Grand Final Most Valuable Player and also took the Pos Malaysia Best Forward award. MRSM BP lifted the Tan Sri Wan Aziz Challenge Trophy and also walked away with RM15,000 prize money. VI took home RM7,000 for their efforts. It was an emotional victory for MRSM BP head coach Izzuwan Sukri who praised his players for their dedication and fighting spirit. "I'm incredibly proud of my boys. They left everything out there today (July 27). This win is the result of years of hard work," said Izzuwan. "I want to express appreciation to the MARA management for their unwavering support in developing rugby within the MRSM system. We have proven that nothing is impossible." SMS Hulu Selangor and Malay College Kuala Kangsar were the other two semi-finalists this season. SSR, organised by Evervive Sdn Bhd, is in its 10th season this year.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
MRSM Balik Pulau, VI to battle in SSR Grand Final
KUALA LUMPUR: The Super Schools Rugby (SSR) Championship will see MRSM Balik Pulau face off against defending champions Victoria Institution (VI) in the Grand Final for the Tan Sri Wan Aziz Challenge Cup at the Putrajaya Equestrian Park on Sunday. This year's tournament remains Malaysia's most prestigious grassroots rugby event, offering the highest cash prizes in school competitions with the champions taking home RM15,000 and runners-up receiving RM7,000. MRSM Balik Pulau coach Izzuwan Ahmad Sukri said it is a great honour to reach the final. "We are grateful to have come this far. This is our first time in the final, and we understand the magnitude of this match. The players have worked tirelessly, and we aim to give our best against VI," he said in the pre-match press conference on Friday. Meanwhile, VI team manager Nik Sidek Nik Jaffar expressed pride in his squad while warning that their opponents would not be easily defeated. "Returning to the final is a huge achievement. Our players have shown incredible commitment this season. We expect a fierce and physical battle on Sunday." MRSM Balik Pulau have been one of SSR's biggest success stories this season, reaching the final undefeated in only their second appearance, with 191 points scored. VI, the two-time SSR champions in 2017 and 2023, are eyeing a historic third title. They have conceded just 18 points in six matches — the best defensive record this season.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Oceaneering International Inc (OII) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Financial ...
Net Income: $54.4 million or $0.54 per share. Consolidated Revenue: $698 million, a 4% increase over Q2 2024. Operating Income: $79.2 million, a 31% increase. Adjusted EBITDA: $103 million, a 20% increase. Cash from Operating Activities: $77.2 million. Capital Expenditures: $30.3 million. Free Cash Flow: $46.9 million. Share Repurchase: Approximately $10 million worth of shares. Ending Cash Position: $434 million with no borrowings under the secured revolving credit facility. Subsea Robotics (SSR) Operating Income: $64.5 million, a 4% improvement. SSR Revenue: Increased by approximately 2%. SSR EBITDA Margin: Expanded to 35%. ROV Fleet Utilization: 67%. Manufactured Products Operating Income: $18.8 million, a 31% rise. Manufactured Products Revenue: $145 million, a 4% increase. OPG Operating Income: $21.7 million. OPG Revenue: Increased by 4%. ADTech Operating Income: $16.3 million, a 125% increase. ADTech Revenue: Increased by 13%. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 7 Warning Signs with EPRT. Release Date: July 24, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Positive Points Oceaneering International Inc (NYSE:OII) achieved a 20% increase in consolidated adjusted EBITDA, surpassing their initial guidance of a 16% increase. All operating segments contributed to exceeding the midpoint of guidance with improvements in revenue, operating income, and operating income margin. The Aerospace and Defense Technologies segment saw a 125% increase in operating income due to recent contract awards. The Offshore Projects Group completed higher-margin projects internationally, significantly boosting operating income and margin. The company maintained a strong cash position with $434 million and no borrowings under their secured revolving credit facility. Negative Points There is a potential risk of lower ROV utilization due to shifts in geographic and service mix, particularly moving away from higher-margin projects. The Manufactured Products segment faced muted bookings in the first half of 2025, impacting the book-to-bill ratio. The survey business within the Subsea Robotics segment may not achieve expected growth, potentially leading to cold stacking of a survey vessel. The Offshore Projects Group anticipates a decline in operating results in the third quarter due to changes in geographic and service mix. Free cash flow was modest in the first half of the year, requiring significant improvement in the second half to meet full-year guidance. Q & A Highlights Q: Are you seeing any impact on your business due to offshore rig whitespace, and do you expect this to affect your operations later this year? A: We have seen some impact, but our pricing improvements have offset this. We expected to reach a 70% utilization rate for ROVs by year-end, and while there are some shifts, particularly in Europe with increased abandonment activity, our expectations remain within range. The survey business might not expand as anticipated, but overall, ROVs are performing as expected. - Roderick Larson, CEO Q: Could you provide insights on the umbilicals business and its trajectory for this year and next? A: We expect orders to be flat from 2024 to 2025, with a back-half loaded order intake. The first few weeks of the second half have been promising, with $100 million in orders already. Looking ahead to 2026, we anticipate positive developments in the subsea business, including umbilicals, driven by favorable FIDs and subsea tree orders. - Roderick Larson, CEO Q: Is the slightly lower ROV utilization outlook related to vessel support or rig support, and does it reflect a change in visibility for underlying activity? A: The lower utilization outlook affects both vessel and rig support. It reflects increased clarity on plans, especially for the fourth quarter, and we are being conservative in our estimates to avoid overestimating potential activity. - Roderick Larson, CEO Q: What is driving the ROV pricing uplift, and are there any benefits from performance-based deals? A: The pricing uplift is primarily due to contract rollovers. There is no significant impact from FX or performance-based pricing yet, as these elements are still developing. - Roderick Larson, CEO Q: Can you explain the expected step-up in free cash flow for the second half of the year? A: Historically, Q1 is a cash draw, with positive cash generation in Q2, and stronger cash flows in Q3 and Q4. We have visibility into this improvement as it involves collecting receivables for work already performed, which will bring in cash during the latter half of the year. - Alan Curtis, CFO Q: Is there more visibility in the OPG business, and how does this affect future bookings? A: Yes, there is increased visibility, especially with larger international contracts like BP Mauritania, which provide a stable base. While the Gulf of Mexico still involves call-out work, we are securing more guaranteed days, enhancing our future outlook. - Roderick Larson, CEO Q: How is the company positioning itself for growth opportunities from the "Big Beautiful Bill"? A: The bill positively impacts our OTECH vehicle business and other areas like space and MSD. The space program, particularly human spaceflight, is seeing renewed interest, and submarine maintenance and repair are expected to receive significant funding, prompting us to consider expanding our capacity to meet demand. - Roderick Larson, CEO For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Umamusume: How Banners and Pity Mechanics Work
Image via Cygames Understanding Umamusume Banners and the Gacha System *MAJOR F2P INFO U NEED TO KNOW!* RATES, GACHA & BANNERS EXPLAINED! FRIENDLY? (Umamusume Pretty Derby The banner and gacha system take center stage in Umamusume: Pretty Derby as they are used to obtain new characters and support cards. Similar to most mobile gacha games, the game presents a rotation banner system whereby the gamer can use the in-game currency to either acquire the powerful characters, called the Uma Musume, or crucial support cards that boost training. Knowledge of the motion of banners and the pit system included therein is very important to allow for the management of resources and best utilize pulls, particularly for limited-time events. This tutorial will help a player understand the functioning of these systems and the expectations of a player when rolling. Umamusume Pity System and Pull Rates Explained The banners are divided into two main banners in Umamusume: Pretty Derby: Character Banner —This banner lets you summon the playable Uma Musume characters, whom you can race and train. Support Card Banner —This banner summons training support cards that are key to enhancing your growth. A banner usually lasts approximately two weeks and includes one or two rate-up targets. Jewels are the primary currency that players use to execute rolls, one 150-jewel roll (or 1,500-jewel 10-pull). Pull Rates SSR (Highest Rarity): It is around 3%. SR (Mid Rarity): Around 18% R (Common): Around 79% Pity Mechanics Umamusume includes a system that rewards you for consistent pulling: Support Card Banner (Exchange Point System): Every pull grants 1 Exchange Point. After 200 pulls, you can trade 200 points for one featured SSR card. At this point, players are allowed to trade the points and have a featured SSR card of their choice. Points reset after the banner ends. Character Banner: The banner system is less forgiving and doesn't have a pity system. While earning Spark points. No guaranteed character at 200 pulls. However, you can still use spark points for support items or to prepare for future banners. Tips: Save your Jewels for banners featuring strong, limited-time support cards. Always check if the banner is a limited-time one, as these often do not return for a long period. Avoid spending on every banner unless you have enough to reach pity. Umamusume: Pretty Derby has a pitiful system and a banner system, which need to be considered in the planning and allocation of resources. To be able to master the times when to pull, rate-ups, and exchange points, all of this can greatly benefit your gains regarding acquiring high-ranked characters or support cards. Always watch what is announced in-game to get the best out of each banner. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Patwari attacks govt over failure to curb high infant deaths
Bhopal: Congress state president Jitu Patwari on Sunday accused the state govt of failing to reduce infant and maternal mortality rates, despite spending Rs 10,000 crore over the past five years to check the health issues. Citing the latest Sample Survey System (SSR) report, he said 40 children among 1,000 children born in a year fail to see their first birthday. While IMR in the country fell to 26 from 40 per 1,000 children between 2013 to 2022, in the state it has only come down from 53 to 40 in the same period. In a letter addressed to CM Mohan Yadav, the Congress leader said the IMR and MMR figures expose the huge claims of development by the state govt and raises a pertinent question where the money being raised through debts in the name of development are going. "The annual budget on healthcare is Rs 4500 crore but even the most basic healthcare services are not available to people." He further asked the chief minister why the facility of cesarean delivery was available only in 120 of the 547 healthcare centres functional in the state in 2022? Whether the other healthcare centres are acting only as "referral centres"?, He asked. Patwari said that posts of child specialists are vacant in 70 percent of the community health centres despite the fact that 55 percent deaths in SNCU are of the children brought in "referral cases". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Patwari said that a state which has a debt burden of Rs 4.5 lakh crore is not able to basic healthcare needs of its people and it makes one ask whether a 'healthy Madhya Pradesh' is anywhere in the priority list of the state government or it intends to continue selling 'pipe dream' through public speeches and publicity.
