England vs. Spain: Here’s What We Know

Jul 14 2024

Tonight, Berlin hosts the highly anticipated UEFA Euro 2024 final as Spain faces England in a clash that promises to be the most thrilling game of the year.

Spain, aiming for a record fourth European title, is favoured to win according to both bookies and algorithms. Google and OptaAnalyst place Spain’s chances at 40% and 60.38%, respectively, with a draw at 33% and England’s chances at 27%.

For England, this match is an opportunity to end a 58-year trophy drought. The Three Lions, playing their first away-from-home final, are determined to lift their first Euro trophy after reaching their second consecutive final.

Seventeen-year-old Spanish sensation Lamine Yamal could make history again. Already the youngest player to appear and score in the Euros, Yamal has been pivotal to Spain’s success, contributing significantly to their tournament-leading 13 goals.

Adding to the stakes, England’s manager Gareth Southgate could receive a knighthood if his team wins. Meanwhile, new UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hinted at the possibility of a bonus day off for the nation if England triumphs, though he remains cautious after the heartbreak of the 2021 final.

As the two football giants prepare for this epic showdown, fans around the world eagerly await what promises to be an unforgettable night.

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Biden Condemns Violence After Trump Shooting

Jul 14 2024

U.S. President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Saturday evening following a shooting at former President Donald Trump’s political rally, where Trump was injured and rushed offstage. Speaking from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Biden condemned the violence, emphasising that “there’s no place in America for this kind of violence” and describing the incident as “sick.”

Biden stressed the importance of national unity in the face of such events. “We cannot allow for this to be happening. We cannot be like this. We cannot condone this,” he stated. He expressed his intention to speak with Trump soon, noting that Trump appeared to be doing well.

When asked if he believed the shooting was an assassination attempt, Biden refrained from speculation, preferring to gather more facts. The Trump campaign confirmed that the former president was “fine” and receiving medical attention after being seen with blood on his face and ear during his evacuation by Secret Service.

The U.S. Secret Service assured the public of Trump’s safety and announced an active investigation into the shooting. Biden, who is running for reelection against Trump, expressed relief at Trump’s condition in a written statement, adding, “I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information.”

One rally attendee sustained fatal injuries whilst one is in serious condition with the shooter, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks by the FBI, is dead.

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BREAKING : Donald Trump Shot At Pennsylvania Rally

Jul 14 2024

Gunshots have reportedly been fired at former President Trump’s rally which took place in Pennsylvania.

The gunshots resulted in Trump falling to the ground holding his ear and the side of his head whilst a general panic erupted with the former president rushed off-stage by security staff.

The Republican nominee stayed on the ground for a minute but quickly rose to his feet pumping his fists in the air to reassure his thousands of present fans before being quickly escorted off the stage and into a vehicle.

Video appeared to show blood on his ear as he was taken away.

The US Secret Service declared that Trump was now “safe” and that it had put safety precautions in place for the outgoing president.

Additionally, it stated that an investigation had been started but provided no other information.

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Charmaine Gauci Reveals that 80 People Died Due To Heat Waves In 2023

Jul 13 2024

Superintendent of Public Health Charmaine Gauci has warned the Maltese public of the dangers heat waves can have on a person’s health, even revealing the number of casualties related to heat waves which occurred in 2023.

Charmaine Gauci revealed on Saturday that last year’s heatwave in Malta resulted in 80 ‘excess deaths.’ She urged everyone to look out for vulnerable and elderly individuals as temperatures are set to rise in the coming days.

The term ‘Excess deaths’ refer to the number of deaths from all causes during a crisis that exceed what would normally be expected under typical conditions. Notably, no heatwave was recorded from July 24 onwards in 2023.

The Superintendent of Public Health, Charmaine Gauci, responded to questions from Andrew Azzopardi on RTK103 just hours after the Meteorological Office issued a warning about rising temperatures.

This weekend, temperatures are expected to reach 35°C, climbing to 36°C by Tuesday. Throughout the weekend, the temperature is predicted to feel like 38°C, with the heat-stress index expected to reach 41°C by Tuesday.

Prof.Gauci revealed to Andrew Azzopardi that during that same week (week 30 of 2023), 44% of the deaths happened at private residences, meaning the people passed away before medical personnel could help treat them.

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