England U17s Secure 4-0 Victory Over Latvia in UEFA Qualifiers

Oct 27 2024

England’s men’s under-17 team claimed a second consecutive victory in the UEFA U17 EURO qualifiers with a commanding 4-0 win over Latvia today. This triumph follows their 4-0 opener against Malta and brings Neil Ryan’s side to six points in Group 2.

England started strong at Malta’s Centenary Stadium, creating early chances despite goalkeeper Nils Balaguss initially holding firm for Latvia. The breakthrough came 17 minutes in when Luke Rawlings fired a well-placed half-volley off the crossbar to put the Young Lions ahead.

Not long after, England doubled their lead with Luca Williams-Barnett finding space in the box and finishing coolly at the near post. Just before the break, Igor Tyjon extended the lead, capitalizing on a rebound after his initial shot was saved.

Early in the second half, winger Harry Howell sprinted past two defenders and slotted in a composed left-footed finish to make it 4-0, securing the win for England. The Young Lions maintained control for the remainder of the match, cruising comfortably to victory.

England will face Sweden on October 30 as they aim for a perfect group-stage run and advance to Round 2 of the qualifiers in the spring.

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Joe Rogan Interview With Donald Trump Gets 26 Million Views In Just 24 Hours

Oct 27 2024

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn viral attention with his recent appearance on the popular “Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, which gathered over 22 million views within 24 hours. During the three-hour conversation, Trump covered topics from classified information on UFOs to his impressions of the White House interior. He also brought up personal anecdotes, including comments on his son Barron’s height.

In addition to lighthearted remarks, Trump addressed campaign talking points. He claimed the 2020 election was “stolen” from him, a stance repeatedly disproven by officials. He further criticized debate moderators for insufficient fact-checking on Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, with whom Rogan expressed an interest in scheduling a future interview. Trump, however, questioned Harris’s ability to handle the interview, saying she would struggle in a conversation of this length and calling her “low IQ.”

On international matters, Trump asserted that the Ukraine war would not have occurred under his administration and advocated for lowering the corporate tax rate to 15 percent. The podcast episode has quickly become one of YouTube’s most-watched in recent days, topping all but high-profile videos like Barcelona-Real Madrid highlights and popular YouTube Shorts.

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€6,478 Raised for Dar Tal-Providenza in Public Works Department Bike Ride

Oct 27 2024

A total of €6,478 has been raised for Dar Tal-Providenza in Siġġiewi through a successful bike ride event organised by the Public Works Department.

Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works, Omar Farrugia, took to social media to express his gratitude for the initiative and the support it garnered. “Thanks to the initiative of the Public Works Department, we came together for a bike ride to support this essential home in our country,” Farrugia wrote, highlighting the importance of events such as this one.

Dar Tal-Providenza, a cherished institution providing support to persons with disabilities, relies heavily on public donations and events like these to continue its work. The bike ride saw enthusiastic participation, with riders coming together in a moment of unity to raise funds for a noble cause.

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Maltese Swimmer Sasha Gatt Breaks Records at First Post-Olympics Meet

Oct 27 2024

Maltese swimmer Sasha Gatt has kicked off her post-Olympics season in style, claiming first place at the Slovakia Swimming Cup. In her first meet since competing at the Paris Olympics, Gatt broke her own National Short Course Record in the 800-meter freestyle event with an impressive time of 8:38.25, setting a new Championship Meet Record in the process.

Gatt’s performance also led to another milestone: a new National Short Course Record in the 400-meter freestyle. With her exceptional swim, she secured a “B Qualifying Time” for the upcoming World Aquatics Short Course Swimming Championships set to take place in Budapest, Hungary.

Sharing her excitement on Instagram, Gatt expressed gratitude to her family, her coach Ioan Catalin Stan, the Aquatic Sports Association of Malta, the Maltese Olympic Committee, and her sponsor Eurosport for their unwavering support. She also thanked her club, Sliema ASC Panta Swimming, for their continuous encouragement.

Gatt’s achievements have earned her 781 FINA points, showcasing her as one of Malta’s most promising athletes. Looking forward to her next events, she remains focused on maintaining her momentum and making waves on the international stage.

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