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Ellen DeGeneres ends talk show after 19 seasons

Ellen DeGeneres ends talk show after 19 seasons
May 27 2022 Share

Internationally acclaimed talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has walked away from her popular show following a whopping 19 seasons. 

With the final guest list including the likes of stars Billie Eilish, Pink and Jennifer Anniston, DeGeneres received one last standing ovation as she welled up with tears. 

The host has had a very successful run, bringing in some of the world’s most famous people as guests. Back in February of 2021, the first and only Maltese man had the chance to be interviewed visually on the show. 

Ryan Calleja was one of three contestants to feature in the show’s segment Audience Olympics. Calleja hit it off well with Ellen, but did not fare very well in the game, finishing in last place. 

Some controversy has surrounded the talk show host in recent years in regards to allegations of her having a very toxic workplace. Despite this, Degeneres received a warm farewell by fans as she busted some final dance moves to mark the end of an era. 

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Inmates will be able to meet their kids in safe spaces away from prison

Inmates will be able to meet their kids in safe spaces away from prison
May 27 2022 Share

A new initiative will see parent Maltese inmates given the chance to meet their children away from prison. The safe space is located in Marsa and will be under the surveillance of professional social workers. 

The aim of the building is to welcome kids in a much more relaxed environment whilst ensuring the highest levels of security. 

The initiative was announced by Home Affairs, National Security and Law Enforcement Minister Byron Camilleri, who expressed in a press conference how there had always been a wish that such a space would exist. 

He stated how a prison is no place for children, no less ones visiting their parents. Alongside the ‘From Dark to Light Foundation’ (Fondazzjoni mid-Dlam ghad-Dawl), the initiative will see the two worlds converge with security at the forefront. 

Camilleri also spoke about how, working with ‘RIse’, the government is aiming to increase aftercare for prisoners for when they serve their time and return to society. 

On his part, new prison boss Robert Brincau said that this shows how all the entities involved are showing their faith in the process of prisoner rehabilitation. He said that the visits will start soon, following the necessary assessments of the eligible prisoners. 

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Haley Bugeja one of ESPN’s best under-21 women players in the world

Haley Bugeja one of ESPN’s best under-21 women players in the world
May 27 2022 Share

ESPN, an American international sports channel, has set its eyes on local football star Haley Bugeja as one of the top under-21 women footballers globally. 

Bugeja is no stranger to such lists or honorary titles, and she has once again been chosen by journalist Sophie Lawson writing for ESPN for her unmatched on-pitch skills. 

Bugeja placed 15th in a list of 21, with the description outlining her rise to football renown, her skills and even some areas of improvement for Bugeja. 

‘At 16, Bugeja signed for Sassuolo, but the then-unknown forward stamped her authority on her debut Serie A game against Napoli, scoring twice — including a dizzying solo effort in which she wormed her way around four defenders before unleashing a shot with her weaker foot’ read the article. 

‘The emergence of Bugeja has revitalised the diminutive European nation of Malta (ranked No. 94 in the world) and with her help, they have managed to show a more competitive edge in international competition.’ 

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Reminder: Stranger Things Season 4 Part 1 premiers today

Reminder: Stranger Things Season 4 Part 1 premiers today
May 27 2022 Share

It’s all eyes on Netflix today as the first volume of Season 4 of beloved series Stranger Things hits our screens!

We will be seeing the return of the quirky ensemble cast of Hawkins kids and their friends and relatives, as they investigate the upside-down mysteries that surround the town.

This season is set to be the start of the end, as Season 5 will conclude the saga. The Duffer Brothers, creators of the show, have highlighted how massive this season is set to be. 

Some of the episode run-times are mini movies in themselves, with the last two episodes being 1 hour and 25 minutes and 2 hours and 30 minutes respectively. 

‘Every end has a beginning’ many posters for the new season read, and even though we’ll miss the Hawkins kids and their shenanigans, we can’t wait to jump into the series finale. 

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