MEP Daniel Attard Appointed European Delegation Vice President

Oct 14 2024

Labour MEP Daniel Attard has recently been appointed Vice President of the European Delegation for Iran, a key delegation within the European Parliament, particularly amid the ongoing geopolitical unrest and rising violence in the Middle East.

Since his election campaign and the start of his term in the European Parliament, Attard has consistently voiced his concerns about the Middle East conflict and has openly criticized certain decisions made by the President of the European Parliament.

Given Iran’s pivotal role in the conflict, the European Delegation plays a critical part in fostering diplomatic dialogue, collective efforts towards a ceasefire, and implementing humanitarian solutions. Additionally, it focuses on strengthening and protecting human rights.

Attard’s appointment, which received unanimous backing from MEPs across various political groups, will allow him to continue advocating for peace and stability in the region, efforts that are crucial for global security.

His new role also aligns with the Maltese government’s stance on promoting a Two-State Solution and a lasting peace in the Middle East.

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Maltese Squash Athlete Crowned Hungarian Junior Open 2024 Champ

Oct 14 2024

Julian Scerri, a local professional squash athlete, just emerged as the Hungarian Junior Open 2024 Champion, having won his second and biggest European title in less than 6 months.

‘A great weekend where I showed what improvements I have been making on and off the court, and I’m so happy that I managed to put them all into my game’, wrote Julian on social media.

Julian thanked the Racket Up Squash Academy team and the Maltese contingent who supported him.

‘Big Thanks of course also go to Wycliffe Squash and my coaches Jonny and Michelle in the UK for helping me become a better player and person holistically.’

‘Thanks also to my brothers for following me here throughout this adventure and my parents for supporting me always from miles away and allowing me to keep living my dream.’

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Mini Crashes Into Jaguar Lister At Mdina Grand Prix

Oct 14 2024

As an Mdina Grand Prix race kicked off this weekend, a vintage Mini crashed into a Jaguar Lister, forcing the vehicle out of the race.

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Mini takes out a Jaguar Lister and damages another Jaguar #MdinaGP #Malta #GrandPrix #racing #classiccars

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In a video posted to TikTok, user jeancarlgrech1 also highlighted how the mini damaged another Jaguar in the accident, as the other vehicle stopped a few feet in front of the launch point.

No one was reportedly injured, despite the vehicles sustaining some serious damage.

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45 Persons Found Living Irregularly In Malta During Inspections

Oct 14 2024

The Police Force continued its coordinated enforcement efforts, with a number of inspections related to immigration carried out in recent days to ensure that individuals in the country are doing so in accordance with the law.

In Ħamrun, Qawra, Santa Venera, and even in St. Paul’s Bay, the police conducted inspections involving other entities, including detention services, Identity Malta, and Jobsplus, focusing on workplaces and public places.

These inspections of a number of individuals led to the discovery of 45 people who were living in Malta irregularly.

The process was immediately initiated to return these individuals to the countries where they came from and where they are permitted to live.

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