10-Year-Old Gaza Survivor to Receive Treatment in Malta

Apr 27 2024

Malta is preparing to welcome a 10-year-old girl, Lara Abu Alkas, from Gaza for medical treatment after the girl sustained injuries from an air strike. The incident also involved a missile fragment hitting Lara during an attack by Israel on Gaza. Despite surviving the attack, Lara’s injuries require special medical attention.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Embassy of Palestine – Malta (@embassy_of_palestine_malta)

The Palestinian Embassy has confirmed that Lara, accompanied by her mother, will arrive in Malta on Monday at approximately 6:40 pm. The Maltese government has pledged to cover all medical expenses for Lara’s treatment. The efforts to bring her to Malta were supported by fundraising initiatives aimed at helping injured children from Gaza. These funds were raised through the collaborative efforts of the Palestinian Embassy and the Maltese government.

For those interested in supporting Lara and similar cases, donations can be made through various channels. Contributions can be sent via Revolut on 99619998, BOV Pay on 99922000, or by contacting the Palestinian Embassy directly on 27801200. The community’s support is crucial in providing necessary care and aid to those affected by the ongoing conflicts.

#MaltaDaily

Maltese Olympian Joined By Two Sisters In Wholesome Lifting Session

Apr 27 2024

A recent TikTok video by Maltese Olympian Yazmin Zammit Stevens has been winning hearts around the world after the local lifting legend welcomed her two sisters for a lifting training session.

The wholesome video shows the three sisters engaging in a light-hearted snatch tutorial as Yazmin walks the other two sisters through the movements. From a rock-skimming metaphor gone wrong to the wise words of ‘less hump, more jump’, this video is as hilarious as it is informative.

Many took to the comments to express their love of the three sisters’ dynamic in the gym, calling for more videos of the sort.

The weight-lifter and content creator boasts a following of 165,000 on TikTok alone, with another 259,000 on Instagram and safe to say, her followers are definitely enjoying the content.

#MaltaDaily

Former Mayor to Contest Elections After Resigning in 2023

Apr 27 2024

Christian Zammit, the former mayor of Xagħra, has announced his return to politics after stepping down last year. Zammit left his position to call attention to the need for reforms aimed at protecting rural environments and urban areas, and to address the nexus of politics and business, alongside advocating for more autonomy and funding for local councils.

After a year away from the political scene, Zammit revealed in a recent social media post that he has been persuaded by many citizens and the Labour Party to re-enter politics and contest the upcoming local council elections in June.

In his announcement, Zammit clarified his motivations, stating, “And I’m doing so not because I was given a promotion or promise a position, as some have assumed. I’m doing this simply because politics is in my blood, and Xagħra is in my heart.” His decision marks a significant return to the political landscape of Xagħra, with many residents of the Gozitan village calling for his return in past months.

#MaltaDaily

Foundation for Cancer Research and Innovation launched in Malta

Apr 27 2024

Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research and Innovation Keith Azzopardi Tanti announced the launch of the foundation that will run the Centre for Research and Innovation on Cancer in Malta. The aim of this foundation is to integrate our country’s research and innovation strategies to align with the European Union’s goals and strategies in the fight against cancer.

“This foundation will be leading a centre of excellence, where innovation in cancer research and treatment is not only taught about but is actually happening. This foundation will work to overcome challenges that traditionally hold back research efforts, by fostering a multidisciplinary approach that exploits the collective expertise of researchers and medical professionals. This will be the foundation on which we build our local capacities, as well as integrating them with the wider international research community,’’ explains the parliamentary secretary.

He added that this initiative would showcase what can be achieved through collaboration. By incorporating local knowledge with EU knowledge and innovations, this can lead to significant advances in cancer research.

“This scientific initiative represents a call for action for collective work to beat cancer. Together we will collaborate and work for a stronger future for the generations to come,” said Parliamentary Secretary Azzopardi Tanti.

The chairman of the Foundation, Prof. Christian Scerri said, “With this Foundation we are paving the way for the first cancer research and innovation centre in Malta, not only for the advancement of research on cancer but also to pave the way for a healthier future.’’

#MaltaDaily