Maltese Jodi Jones Wins PFA Player Of The Year

Aug 22 2024

Maltese player Jodi Jones has been awarded the League 2 PFA Player of The Year after his historic season with iconic English club Notts County.

The Maltese winger managed to register an insane 24 assists from the middle of the park, breaking Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne’s English record of 20 assists in one singular season.

Jones also managed to bag 8 goals which highlight his ultimate threat at providing and scoring and was included in the League Two Team of the Year.

He has already started his season with a bang providing an assist in his opening couple of matches.

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45-Year Old Man Reported Missing

Aug 22 2024

45-year old Daniel Sajan has been reported missing by the local police.

The last time he was seen by public was in Marsa and was wearing a t-shirt, short and black shoes.

The police have asked that whoever has any type of information about Daniel Sajan should immediately contact the police by message or by calling even if anonymous on the number used by the General Police Quarters, 21 224001 / 119 or the closest police station.

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“I Love You” Boosts Dogs Heart Rates By 46%

Aug 22 2024

According to a study conducted by Canine Cottages, it was revealed that dogs are capable of understanding and responding emotionally to their owners’ words. The study found that dogs’ heart rates increase by an average of 46% when their owners tell them, “I love you.”

In the experiment, researchers at Canine Cottages equipped four dogs with heart rate tracking collars to observe changes after specific interactions. Over a one-week period, the dogs had an average resting heart rate of 67 beats per minute (bpm). However, this increased to an average of 98 bpm after hearing “I love you” from their owners, indicating their excitement. Similarly, the dogs’ heart rates decreased by 23%, to an average of 57 bpm, when cuddled by their owners, showing their relaxation.

Though the study’s small sample size is a limitation, it may be clear to many dog owners that their dogs are not only capable of understanding their words but also of receiving, appreciating, and expressing love.

According to Canine Cottages, dogs may express their love in various ways, including kissing/licking, greeting their owners, begging, sharing toys, showing their belly, being loyal, jumping up, destroying belongings, and approaching their owners when hurt, distressed, or in discomfort.

The study also documented the experiences of the dog owners, finding that their blood pressure increased by 10% when seeing their dogs.

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Second Turtle Nest Hatches At Golden Bay

Aug 22 2024

In a remarkable display of environmental resilience, Malta celebrated the successful hatching of its second loggerhead turtle nest of the season, with 35 hatchlings making their way to the sea. The nest, originally discovered at Għajn Tuffieħa, was relocated to Ramla tal-Mixquq by the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) due to its proximity to the sea, where it was at risk of being lost.

The relocation proved successful as the nest hatched between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, with the turtles emerging around midnight. The ERA and volunteers from Nature Trust Malta (NTM) have been closely monitoring the nest, ensuring the safe journey of the hatchlings. The efforts mark another achievement in Malta’s turtle conservation initiative, which is spearheaded by the ERA and NTM’s Wildlife Rehab Project.

This is the second nest to hatch this season, following the recent hatching at Ramla tal-Mixquq, where 44 turtles successfully made their way to the sea. The conservation efforts come during a record-breaking year for turtle nesting in Malta, with the discovery of eight nests so far in 2024.

The loggerhead turtle, classified as “vulnerable” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, appears increasingly drawn to Malta’s shores, offering hope for the species despite the island’s urbanization challenges.

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