30- Year Old Woman Seriously Injured After Hit and Run

Oct 5 2024

A 30-year-old woman was seriously injured after being hit by a car early on Saturday morning.

Police were told the incident occurred at around 4 am in Triq id-Dragunara in St Julian’s. It emerged that the 30-year-old woman from Għaxaq was hit by a car which allegedly kept going. The victim was taken to Mater Dei Hospital where her injuries were certified as serious.

Police later located the vehicle allegedly involved in the accident, a Toyota Vitz. Shortly afterwards, a 26-year-old man from San Ġwann was arrested for further investigation. Magistrate Philip Galea Farrugia is leading a probe into the incident. A police investigation is also underway.

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Get Ready for the Exciting Premiere of Family Feud Malta This Sunday!

Oct 4 2024

Get ready for an exciting Sunday afternoon as Family Feud Malta makes its highly anticipated debut on TVM this Sunday, October 6th, at 12:15 PM. This iconic game show, beloved worldwide, is set to bring its thrilling mix of trivia, strategy, and laughter to Maltese audiences, guaranteeing fun for the entire family!

The inaugural episode features two vibrant families, the Attard Family and the Mifsud Family, who will compete to guess the most popular answers to survey questions in a battle for the grand prize. This is a showdown you won’t want to miss!

So, gather your friends and family for an afternoon filled with laughter, excitement, and fierce competition. Tune in to Family Feud Malta this Sunday, October 6th, at 12:15 PM on TVM!

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Malta Rugby Football Union Announces Squad and Captain for Upcoming Test Match Against Cyprus

Oct 4 2024

The Malta Rugby Football Union (MRFU) has announced the national squad for the highly anticipated test match against Cyprus, taking place this Saturday at the Tony Bezzina Stadium. This home fixture promises an exciting clash as Malta showcases its finest rugby talent, led by head coach Keith Hopkins. Notable highlights include Luke Grima making his international debut and Harry Collins celebrating his 50th cap for Malta. Additionally, Joe Greaves will captain the team for the first time.

Reflecting on the team’s preparation, Greaves expressed confidence, stating, “We gelled really well. We just need to bring that same energy with more discipline. If we keep the ball, it will be difficult to stop us.”

Head coach Keith Hopkins acknowledged the challenging selection process, praising the players for their hard work. He noted, “We have selected a strong team, and I’m sure it will be a fantastic test match on Saturday.”

The MRFU encourages fans to come out and support the national team in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The match kicks off at 2:00 PM, with doors opening at 11:00 AM.

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Meet The New Faces Called Up To Represent Malta

Oct 4 2024

Interim Malta coach Davide Mazzotta has announced a 30-man squad for two upcoming international matches at the National Stadium: a friendly against Turkmenistan on 10th October and a UEFA Nations League Group D2 qualifier against Moldova on 13th October.

Mazzotta’s squad includes several new players, such as Reading’s 19-year-old forward Basil Tuma, who has previously played for Malta’s U-19 and U-21 teams, Brescia’s Trent Buhagiar, who committed to representing Malta, and Gzira United defender Gabriel Mentz, recently granted Maltese citizenship.

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Additionally, Birkirkara’s Neil Micallef earned his first call-up.

Returning to the squad are Floriana’s Dunstan Vella, Hamrun Spartans’ Juan Corbalan, Sliema Wanderers’ Cain Attard, and Birkirkara’s Alexander Satariano, who missed the September window. Marsaxlokk’s Ryan Scicluna also returns after a long absence.

However, injuries have sidelined Carlo Zammit Lonardelli, Steven Pisani, Jodi Jones, Steve Borg, and Enrico Pepe.

Malta and Moldova are level with three points each in the UEFA Nations League Group D2, although Moldova has played one fewer game.

The full squad includes goalkeepers Henry Bonello, Rashed Al Tumi, and Matthew Grech, alongside a mix of experienced defenders, midfielders, and forwards like Jurgen Degabriele, Kemar Reid, and Luke Montebello. Tickets for both matches are available for purchase online.

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