Activists Call For End To Femicide After Nicolette Ghirxi Murder

Aug 14 2024

Francesca Zammit, Chiara Leone Ganado and Antonella Bugeja in collaboration with Young Progressive Beings took to the streets of Valletta in demonstration to call for an end to femicide, after the tragic murder of Nicolette Ghirxi earlier this week.

The activists carried placards, with some of them showing telephone support lines (179) and anonymous crime reporting (119), to urge people to not be afraid to speak up in such situations.

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Other placards read ‘stop killing us’, with an Instagram caption reading:

‘Today’s action in reaction to the femicide of Nicolette Ghirxi. She should be alive today.’

Ghirxi was murdered by Edward William Johnston, who was killed by police after a 3 hour stand off in St Julian’s after he pointed a replica gun at officers attempting to negotiate with him.

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Torino Show Interest In U-16 Maltese Player Caden Tanti

Aug 14 2024

According to Replay (Net Television), several Italian clubs are closely monitoring the progress of young Maltese footballer Caden Tanti. Tanti, a promising defensive midfielder from St. Andrew’s academy, has caught the attention of Serie A club Torino, which has officially invited him for a trial in Italy in the coming weeks.

At just under 16 years old, Tanti is already seen as one of the most exciting talents emerging from Maltese football.

Torino is keen to evaluate his skills further and has requested permission from St. Andrew’s for Tanti to join them for training sessions in late September and early October at their Camplus Regio Paro facility.

Tanti’s abilities have also drawn informal interest from other top Italian clubs, including Fiorentina and Juventus, who are considering inviting him for trials in the near future.

This growing interest highlights Tanti’s potential and the rising recognition of Maltese talent on the international stage.

The agency GM Marketing & Sport, which represents Tanti, has played a key role in facilitating these opportunities. The same agency also helped fellow Maltese player Dale Vella secure a trial with US Catanzaro 1929, further demonstrating their commitment to promoting local talent abroad.

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Activists Welcome Freedom Flotilla In Malta En Route To Gaza

Aug 14 2024

The Freedom Flotilla arrived at the Port of Valletta in Malta yesterday, marking the final leg of its journey en route to Gaza.

This international flotilla, which began its voyage on May 1 in Oslo, aims to challenge the ongoing blockade of Gaza by Israel and to raise awareness about the injustice and oppression faced by the Palestinian people.

Today, August 14, a press conference will be held next to the vessel ‘Handala’ in Valletta, featuring members of the international Steering Committee, representatives from the various campaigns that comprise the coalition, and crew members. Local organisations, including Graffitti Moviment, will also participate, showcasing the broad support for this cause.

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The Freedom Flotilla’s mission has been supported by local groups at every port along its route, underscoring the global solidarity against the inhumane blockade of Gaza.

The Flotilla’s efforts are part of a larger movement of activists who, for the past 14 years, have been sailing to protest Israel’s blockade. This movement gained international attention in 2010, when the Israeli army attacked a flotilla vessel in international waters, resulting in the deaths of 10 activists.

The arrival of the Flotilla in Malta symbolises ongoing international solidarity with the Palestinian people amidst the current crisis in Gaza.

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Maltese To Represent At Formula 4 At 2024 FIA Motorsport Games

Aug 14 2024

Nicky Gauci has been selected to represent Malta in Formula 4 at the 2024 FIA Motorsport Games in Valencia, Spain.

This prestigious event, often referred to as the “Olympics of Motorsport,” is organized by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and brings together top racing talent from over 50 nations across various categories, including Formula 4.

At 23 years old, Gauci has been passionate about motorsport from a young age, beginning his journey in karting at just 8 years old. Over the years, he has honed his skills in multiple racing disciplines, including karting, rallying, hill climbing, and now Formula 4.

His experience includes driving F4 cars at Brands Hatch and Knockhill racing circuit.

Among his achievements, Gauci is a champion of three national karting championships and has received two awards from the Malta Motorsport Federation.

He has competed in high-profile races across Europe, including in Bahrain, Belgium, France, Spain, and Italy, consistently achieving remarkable results. In 2022, he competed in the FIA Motorsport Games in Paul Ricard, France, where he was the fastest Maltese driver, helping the team secure 4th place in the qualifying.

Gauci will begin practicing at the Valencia track in early September to prepare for the main event.

His participation marks a significant milestone for Maltese motorsport, and he is supported by sponsors Mediterranean Building Finishes, BMW Malta, Prospeed Parts, World Pro Racing, and KPL Racing Team.

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