Malta Waterpolo Team Beat Israel 13-11 At Euros

Jan 9 2024

In a historic turn of events, the Malta water polo national team achieved their first-ever victory in the European Championship group stages, staging a remarkable comeback against Israel in Zagreb.

Despite facing adversity with a disappointing first session, marked by the loss of Mark Castillo due to brutality and a 5-2 deficit from defensive lapses, Malta initially seemed destined for defeat.

Undeterred, the resilient Maltese youngsters gradually narrowed Israel’s lead to just one goal at the beginning of the final session. The turning point came as Malta shifted into high gear, orchestrating a comeback fuelled by the scoring prowess of Sam Gialanze, Jake Muscat, and Jayden Cutajar.

This surge resulted in a crucial victory, marking Malta’s avoidance of the bottom spot in the group for the first time.

Beyond the historic win, the triumph positions Malta for a more favourable draw in the positional play-offs. With aspirations to at least match their 14th placing from two years ago, the team looks ahead to further successes in the ongoing European Championship.

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Plans For 24/7 CCTV In Paceville To ‘Reduce Abuse’

Jan 9 2024

Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri asserts that the implementation of 24/7 CCTV cameras in Paceville is expected to diminish crime and act as a deterrent against abuse by bouncers.

Drawing parallels to the positive impact of police body cameras, Camilleri anticipates a similar effect in Paceville, reducing incidents of abuse. The government’s budget announcement included plans to deploy CCTV systems in Paceville, Marsa, and Paola to combat criminal activities.

Camilleri’s statements follow an incident where footage captured bouncers brutally assaulting an incapacitated man in Paceville.

Subsequently, two bouncers, Riald Gragjevi and Ryan Zammit, faced charges for injuring the victim, with Zammit lacking the necessary security guard license.

The Home Affairs Ministry condemned the violence, emphasizing that possessing a security guard license does not grant permission for violence.

In response to questions about bouncer regulation reforms, Camilleri highlighted existing laws and frequent spot-checks in Paceville to ensure compliance.

Regarding the efficacy of 24/7 CCTV cameras in crime reduction, Camilleri contends that individuals reconsider criminal actions when aware of being filmed. He points to a decrease in bodily harm in St Julian’s last year, emphasizing the potential deterrent effect of surveillance cameras.

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Here Is Who Our Followers Chose As Their Favourite Actor

Jan 9 2024

Here’s who our followers voted for as their favourite actors! Johnny Depp and young star Gavin Casalegno got multiple votes, with other popular figures like Cillian Murphy and Pedro Pascal also having their fans in the polls.

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Other notable mentions were Liam Neeson and Mackenyu, along with mega-star Adam Sandler as well as The Walking Dead’s Andrew Lincoln. Orlando Bloom and Timothee Chalamet also had a couple of fans.

Up next, we’ll be asking you for your favourite actresses – so you better have your answers ready!

Did we miss anyone in particular?

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630 Parents Were Abused By Their Children In Last 2 Years

630 Cases Of Child On Parent Domestic Abuse In Last 2 Years

Jan 9 2024

Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri disclosed in parliament that, In the last two years, 630 parents fell victim to violence perpetrated by their own children.

The shocking statistics, provided on behalf of a parliamentary question by PN MP Paula Mifsud Bonnici, gathered from 2021, revealed that 568 reports of domestic violence had been lodged by parents – a total of 630 individuals.

The victims comprised 225 fathers and 405 mothers, with a significant portion of them—165 mothers and 150 fathers— aged 60 or above.

Legal actions were initiated in response to these reports, provided they were substantiated by evidence. Out of the reported cases, 461 instances resulted in court proceedings.

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