Parliamentary Secretary for social dialogue Andy Ellul celebrates 50th birthday.
In a heartfelt Facebook post, Ellul took a moment to thank his followers for their continued support as he celebrated his birthday.
The post featured a photo of Ellul joyfully cutting into his birthday cake.
Happy 50th Birthday to Andy Ellul 
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Marvic shared a special moment with his mother Rose in a heartwarming moment during the Big Brother Malta live show.
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Rose crossed the Gozo Channel, on a stormy day, to have a brief moment with her son and to give him some words of encouragement.
Rose expressed her gratitude for the team of the Big Brother Malta production, Marvic’s friends and everyone else who continue to support her son.
‘Marvic was raised in an environment where life was not easy’, Marvic’s social media account explained.
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‘As one of seven siblings, he learned early on how important strength and resilience are.’
‘Rose raised him to be strong and firm in front of life’s difficulties, but at the same time taught him to be kind and contribute wherever he can.’
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Fr. Fabio Attard has been elected as the new Rector Major of the Salesian Order, becoming the 11th successor of Don Bosco. This election has been hailed by the Salesian family as a “historic moment” for both the Salesian Congregation and the global Salesian Family.
Fr. Fabio Attard’s election took place during a gathering of 220 provincials and delegates at the Mother House of Valdocco in Turin.
With extensive theological, pastoral, and academic experience, Fr. Attard was called to guide the Salesian Congregation toward a renewed future, bringing Don Bosco’s dream to the heart of the contemporary world, the community stated on its website.
Born on March 23, 1959, in Gozo, Fr Fabio Attard grew up in Victoria.
Fr Attard pursued his studies with great dedication, earning a degree in Theology from the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) and a Licentiate in Moral Theology from the prestigious Accademia Alfonsiana in Rome.
In a statement, the Maltese Church congratulated Fr Fabio on his appointment, offering its prayers for him as he starts a mission to lead the Salesian community in 136 countries.
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Today, at around 0005hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed in Triq Hookham Frere, Pieta.
Police convened on site immediately and preliminary investigations showed that a 41 year old Russian man, who was on the roof of a residence where he lives, fell around three storeys as he was conducting some work.
A medical team and Civil Protection were called on site, with the victim being transported to Mater Dei Hospital.
He was later certified as having suffered serious injuries.
An inquiry has been opened and police investigations are still ongoing.
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by Stefan Azzopardi
