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Maltese Mountaineer Prepares To Take On Everest

Maltese Mountaineer Prepares To Take On Everest
Jul 27 2024 Share

Nicky Ellul, a Maltese mountaineer, is preparing for a 2025 Mount Everest climb, with AQA Capital’s support.

Recently, he documented his training in the Alps, starting with a hike to Rifugio Chabod (2,710 meters) on July 14th.

The next day, he climbed Gran Paradiso (4,061 meters) but fell into a crevasse during the descent. Fortunately, he was unharmed, emphasizing the dangers of mountain climbing and the need for proper precautions.

Nicky then moved to Monte Rosa, hiking to Rifugio Città di Mantova (3,498 meters) and experiencing shortness of breath at this altitude.

 

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On July 17th, he summited Vincent Pyramid (4,215 meters), Ludwigshöhe (4,342 meters), Schwarzhorn (4,321 meters), and Balmenhorn (4,167 meters). These climbs featured steep, technical summit pushes.

On July 18th, he climbed to Capanna Margherita (4,559 meters), Europe’s highest accommodation.

This successful acclimatization bolstered his confidence for climbing the Matterhorn. Starting from Hörnli Hut (3,260 meters) on July 20th, Nicky ascended the Matterhorn’s challenging Hörnligrat route, reaching the summit (4,478 meters) by 9:00 AM and safely descending over seven hours.

Good luck Nicky!

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Celine Dion Makes Her Mark During Paris Olympics Opening

Celine Dion Makes Her Mark During Paris Olympics Opening
Jul 27 2024 Share

The start of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games saw the likes of Lady Gaga and Celine Dion serenading spectators with their voices and performances as thousands gathered to witness the kick off to the events.

Organisers opted to host the ceremony throughout the entire city rather than in a single stadium, which is a decisive first in Olympic history.

On a rainy evening, thousands of athletes and performers paraded along the River Seine, with some countries sharing a vessel due to the small amount of competitors and other countries, like host France and the USA, filling up the boats.

The night concluded with the Eiffel Tower and the sky illuminated in vibrant colours, building up anticipation for days all centred around sports and athleticism.

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Len And Jacob Wellness Fund Back With Another Endurance Charity Event

Jul 26 2024 Share

On Sunday the 6th of October the Len and Jacob Wellness Fund will be back for yet another endurance charity event, this time with a twist.

Later this year will see Karl Cortis, Natalie Briffa and Brian completing yet another Basilica to Basilica (Mosta to Ta’ Pinu) endurance event.

The trio will run from Mosta to Mgħarfa and swim from Mgħarfa to Hondoq by pulling the boys in an inflatable raft and run to their special place in Gozo, Ta’ Pinu.

With their annual charity event the family hopes to collect enough to cover the twin’s therapy costs and hope to keep raising awareness on Zellweger Disease and collect funds to help cover research, home adaptations relating to the boys immediate and long-term accessibility needs with costs amounting to around €15K.

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Mark Mallia Given Final Goodbye

Jul 26 2024 Share

At the St Mary’s church in Mqabba, Mark Mallia who tragically died on the 23rd of July in Mater Dei, was given his last goodbye at a packed church filled with family, loved ones and fans who wanted to pay their respects.

In the packed church, Dun Anton D’Amato explained how Mark was a man who truly loved God and was a devout Christian, he also acknowledged Mark’s rebellious side especially his strong opiniated posts on his Facebook.

Mallia’s death shocked many across the island, with the Maltese art scene losing one of it’s biggest assets and mourning one of the greatest to ever do it.

Malta Daily wishes sincere condolences to Mark’s family and friends.

RIP to one of the best to ever do it.

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