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Manchester United Women Make Their Way To Malta

Manchester United Women Make Their Way To Malta
Jan 4 2024 Share

The Manchester United Women’s team have made their way to Malta for a winter training cap as the 2023/24 campaign is set to resume. 

The squad, headed by Marc Skinner, are officially back after a three week break over the holidays. 

The players will be training at the Ta’ Qali ground as well as engaging in a friendly match against PSV Eindhoven on the 5th of January at the Tony Bezzina Stadium. 

The team shared photos on social media showing the team boarding the plane as they make their way to the island. 

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People Who Sleep Late Likelier ‘To Die Young’

People Who Sleep Late Likelier 'To Die Young'
Jan 4 2024 Share

A recent study suggests that the longevity disparity between early birds and night owls may be more related to lifestyle choices during waking hours than to sleep patterns. 

Finnish researchers analyzed data from over 20,000 participants who took a 1981 survey about their sleep habits. The findings, published in Chronobiology International, revealed that self-described night owls had a higher likelihood of premature death compared to morning individuals, even after adjusting for various factors.

The mortality risk for evening types increased by 21%, and for those “somewhat” evening people, it rose by 9%. However, this elevated risk diminished after accounting for smoking and drinking habits, indicating that the link between night owls and early death is largely influenced by these lifestyle factors. 

The study challenges previous beliefs that insufficient sleep alone contributes to the heightened mortality risk among night owls.

Jennifer Martin, a professor of medicine at UCLA, emphasised the significance of lifestyle choices, suggesting that being a night owl doesn’t inherently lead to unhealthy behaviours. The study did not delve into why night owls are more prone to smoking and drinking, but Martin proposed that late-night establishments offering such activities might play a role.

While previous research has associated staying up late with cardiovascular and mood disorders, more studies are needed to unravel the intricate relationship between sleep patterns, circadian rhythms, and overall health consequences. The findings underscore the importance of considering lifestyle choices beyond sleep duration when exploring the impact on longevity.

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Rabat Murder Suspect Noel Azzopardi to Face Court Charges Today

Jan 3 2024 Share

Noel Azzopardi, a 40-year-old resident of Rabat, is set to appear before Police Magistrate Monica Vella today at approximately 12:30 pm, following his implication as the main suspect in the New Year’s Day murder of Eric Borg. NET News has identified Azzopardi as the prime suspect in the first homicide of 2024.

The police are currently interrogating Azzopardi in connection with the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Eric Borg in Rabat’s Nigret area. The tragic incident unfolded on Monday afternoon around 3:30 pm, with an argument erupting between the victim and the suspect on Triq il-Fidloqqom. Borg was shot twice and succumbed to his injuries on the sidewalk, despite the swift response of a police and medical team.

Azzopardi’s court appearance comes as investigators work to piece together the events leading to the altercation and subsequent shooting. The suspect’s defense team, comprised of lawyers Dr. Arthur Azzopardi, Dr. Jacob Magri, and Dr. Alex Miruzzi, is expected to engage with the accused’s family later today.

The police spokesperson emphasised ongoing efforts to establish the motive behind the argument and the tragic shooting. The courtroom proceedings will likely shed light on the details surrounding this unfortunate incident.

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Twins Born Minutes Apart, But in Different Years

Jan 3 2024 Share

A New Jersey couple experienced a truly extraordinary start to the new year as they welcomed twin boys, Ezra and Ezekial.

However, these siblings won’t just share the same crib – they’ll also have different birth dates and birth years.

The first of the dynamic duo, Ezra, made his entrance into the world at 11:48 pm on New Year’s Eve. A mere 40 minutes later, at the stroke of midnight, his younger brother Ezekial arrived, marking not only a new day but a new year.

The parents of these special twins are undoubtedly celebrating double joy as they navigate the unique circumstance of having their sons born on the cusp of two significant moments – the last minutes of 2023 and the first moments of 2024.

While many twins share a special bond, the uniqueness of Ezra and Ezekial’s birth times adds an extra layer to their already special connection.

As the world celebrated the arrival of 2024, this New Jersey couple marked the occasion with an unforgettable twist, making the birth of their twins not only a family milestone but a community marvel.

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