German Couple Charged With Murdering Mother, Abducting Baby

Sep 3 2024

A German couple has been charged with the murder of a 27-year-old Ukrainian refugee, her 51-year-old mother, and the abduction of the refugee’s newborn daughter.

The 44-year-old woman and her 43-year-old husband allegedly committed the crimes to fulfil their “long-unfulfilled wish to have a daughter,” according to prosecutors.

The couple reportedly joined a support group on the Telegram messaging app to connect with Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion.

Through this group, they met the young Ukrainian woman, who was seeking translation help during her pregnancy. In March, they invited her and her mother to a meal at a restaurant.

During the meal, the couple allegedly drugged both women. When the mother became unwell, they offered to take her to the hospital but instead drove her to a lake, where the man allegedly killed her with multiple blows to the head and disposed of her body in the water.

They then deceived the Ukrainian woman, claiming her mother had suffered a heart attack, and drove her and her newborn to a location near the Rhine River in Hockenheim.

The man allegedly killed her with “at least three” blows to the head and then set her body on fire. The couple took the baby home and were later arrested. They are being held pending trial, facing double murder and child abduction charges.

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Iconic Breaking Bad Duo Spotted Playing Set In Las Vegas

Sep 3 2024

The iconic Breaking Bad duo, Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, were recently spotted playing a DJ set at the Encore Beach Club in Las Vegas, much to the delight of fans.

Since wrapping up their roles as Walter White and Jesse Pinkman in Breaking Bad, Cranston and Paul’s friendship has not only continued but appears to have grown even stronger. The two are frequently seen together, showcasing their close bond both on and off the screen.

Their partnership has extended beyond acting, with the two teaming up on several ventures, including co-founding Dos Hombres, a successful tequila brand.

Now, it seems the dynamic duo is exploring a new avenue together: DJing. Their recent performance in Las Vegas hints at yet another exciting chapter in their ongoing collaboration, proving that their creative chemistry continues to thrive in new and unexpected ways.

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‘A Night At The Palace’ To Collect Funds For Animal Sanctuaries

Sep 3 2024

In a press conference, Dr. Lydia Abela, wife of the Prime Minister, announced that on Wednesday, September 11 at 7:45 PM, another edition of the concert “A Night at the Palace” will be held at the Girgenti Palace.

This concert for a noble cause will feature a performance by the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, with Dr. Abela explaining that donations will be collected to support animal sanctuaries, where dedicated volunteers work tirelessly every day to protect and care for animals.

She expressed her gratitude to all volunteers for their commitment to animal rights.

She also mentioned that those wishing to attend the concert can collect free tickets from Auberge de Castille (entrance via St. Paul’s Street, Valletta) on Thursday, September 5, and Friday, September 6, between 9 AM and 12 PM.

Dr. Abela encouraged the public to attend “A Night at the Palace,” and concluded by saying she looks forward to a memorable evening with a beautiful concert, all in support of a worthy cause.

Vanessa Mangion, CEO of the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, also spoke at the event, noting that “A Night at the Palace” is an annual concert in which the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra participates every year. She explained that the concert’s repertoire includes both internationally renowned compositions and pieces by local composers.

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Fried Egg Jellyfish Makes ‘Late’ Appearance In Maltese Waters

Sep 3 2024

The first sightings of the fried egg jellyfish have started to come in – rather late this year.

‘You are somewhat late this year’, wrote marine biologist Alan Deidun. The first sightings for summer 2024 were reported in Gozo and Comino during the last 10 days of August.

‘This is in stark contrast with what happened last year, when sightings were first made in July.’

‘This might be due to the late warming up of our seas this spring as compared to last year, given that reproduction within this jellyfish species is very much driven by temperature, although this is just an assumption.’

‘This is an innocuous/harmless species which should not be persecuted’ concluded Deidun.

‘Thanks to Mark Bonnici and to David Agius for this material and alerts. Please keep sending your jellyfish sighting reports to the Spot the Jellyfish campaign so that we can get a clearer picture of what these elusive jellyfish species are up to!’

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