Birkirkara breaks national record with cross-shaped ‘fjakkolata’

May 9 2022

On the 2nd of May 2022, Birkirkara’s Santa Liena Fireworks Organisation broke a national record by creating a ‘fjakkolata’ (a series of coloured flames) in the form of a massive cross. There were over 260 flames making up the Christian symbol, lighting up all at once through a pyrotechnic system.

Spectators were offered a unique light show in St Helen Square as the locality celebrates the feast in the early days of the month.

The organisation thanked the Birkirkara local council for its collaboration and to all those who contributed as, through the hard work and innovation, the record can be documented in the Malta Records. Images uploaded by the local council’s Facebook page show us exactly how much work went into the project. Well done to all involved!

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A week of rainfall and possible storms starting tonight

May 9 2022

Weather forecasts are warning of possible rainfall and even a chance of stormy weather by tonight. Summer weather is still a long way off as the rest of the week is also expected to bring clouds, wind and isolated showers.

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According to Malta International Airport forecasts, isolated showers are set to start from today, pushing into at least Wednesday morning. The rest of the week will continue off cloudy with bouts of sunshine late on.

But fret not as the summer atmosphere is set to return starting Saturday, giving us plenty of free time to hit the beaches. Malta is still experiencing some wintery weather as other countries, such as the UK, report record-breaking heat.

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Cinematic hits you can watch this month at The Embassy Cinemas Valletta

May 9 2022

This May is the perfect month for some of the latest and biggest blockbuster experiences. And what better place to experience the thrill these movies bring you than the Embassy Cinemas in Valletta.

Top Gun: Maverick

Tom Cruise stars as Pete Mitchell who, after more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, he now tries to push the envelope as a courageous test pilot. A blockbuster for many aviation fans as well as adrenaline-junkies, this film is the perfect popcorn munching treat for the whole squad.

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand, this time through magic and inter-dimensional mayhem. A long anticipated instalment, fans of Doctor Strange will find that the Embassy Cinemas provide the perfect spot to continue watching the legendary MCU evolve and grow.

The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent

A hilarious blockbuster, ‘The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent’s IMDb description reads; ‘Nicolas Cage plays Nick Cage, channeling his iconic characters as he’s caught between a superman and a CIA agent.’ We’ll let you experience this one for yourself as it’s absolute madness – and the Embassy Cinemas in Valletta has got you covered.

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FRIENDS star Mike Hagerty dies aged 67

May 9 2022

Mike Hagerty, the actor who played the iconic building superintendent in the FRIENDS apartment, has passed away aged 67.

Hagerty portrayed Mr Treeger in FRIENDS, and appeared first in the episode ‘The One Where Heckles Dies’, when the main cast group clean up Mr Heckles’ apartment.

His most popular appearance however has to be in ‘The One With the Ballroom Dancing’, which saw Joey agreeing to help Mr Treeger practise his ballroom dancing to appease him after he threatened to throw Monica and Rachel out of their apartment.

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Comedian Bridget Everett, who stars in HBO’s Somebody Somewhere with Hegarty, shared the news on Instagram on Friday 6th May. Hagerty had quite the acting portfolio, with his most recent role being in the aforementioned HBO series as Everett’s character Sam’s father.

Rest in Peace Mike.

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