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Mike Tyson Slaps Jake Paul Ahead Of Anticipated Match

Mike Tyson Slaps Jake Paul Ahead Of Anticipated Match
Nov 15 2024 Share

In a heated weigh-in ahead of their highly anticipated fight on November 16 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul during a tense face-off.

The event, the first of its kind to be live-streamed on Netflix, saw tempers boil over as Tyson reacted to Paul’s provocative antics.

During the face-off, Paul crawled up to Tyson before standing face-to-face in an apparent attempt to intimidate the boxing legend.

 

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Tyson, however, was unimpressed and landed a slap on Paul before being restrained by security. “Talking’s over,” Tyson told host Ariel Helwani as he walked off.

Paul brushed off the incident, taunting Tyson: “He’s an angry little elf. That slap was cute, but tomorrow I’m knocking him out. It’s personal now—he must die!” Earlier, Tyson received cheers from the crowd, while Paul was met with jeers.

Weighing in at 228.4lb, Tyson slightly edged Paul’s 227.2lb. The fight, rescheduled from July due to Tyson’s health issues, has generated intense debate since its March announcement.

Tyson boasts a legendary 50-6 record with 44 knockouts, while Paul enters with a 10-1 record, his sole defeat coming in 2023 against Tommy Fury. Ringwalks are set for November 16 at 4am GMT.

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King Charles III Attends Gladiator II Premiere In London

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King Charles III graced the star-studded global premiere of “Gladiator II” in London’s Leicester Square, part of the prestigious Royal Film Performance.

The event marked the 100th anniversary of the Film and TV Charity, which supports the UK’s film, TV, and cinema industry workers. His Majesty also hosted a reception earlier at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the milestone.

The film was partly shot in Malta. The island’s iconic Fort Ricasoli and other historic sites served as key backdrops, with Malta’s local film crews getting the recognized for their contributions and efforts. Hollywood stars like Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington were left impressed by Malta’s rich history and cinematic charm, describing it as “the perfect place to shoot.”

The premiere featured appearances by the film’s stars, including Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, and Connie Nielsen, alongside director Ridley Scott. The sequel, releasing in the UK on November 15, continues the legacy of the 2000 classic “Gladiator”.

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Shared Mobility Project Connecting Hal Luqa & Gudja Announced

Shared Mobility Project Connecting Hal Luqa & Gudja Announced
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Minister for Transport, Infrastructure, and Public Works, Chris Bonett, has announced that Infrastructure Malta will launch a new, safer walking and cycling route to connect Ħal Luqa with Gudja.

This shared mobility project is part of the Vjal Kulħadd initiative, which received 37 applications from 32 local councils in Malta, along with four non-governmental organisations.

The approximately one-kilometre route will link these two communities, underscoring Infrastructure Malta’s dedication to fostering active mobility, alternative transport, and improved accessibility and connectivity in public spaces.

It will include a dedicated cycling lane and pedestrian pathways beginning at Triq il-Gudja, stretching through Dawret il-Gudja, moving along Triq Bir Miftuħ, and ending at Ġnien Raymond Caruana.

Minister Bonett noted that the route will provide a secure option for active mobility to both communities. “We need to move beyond viewing mobility as just cars and Tallinja buses, particularly in the urban centres where we live.

Our urban infrastructure requires a qualitative leap to reflect the mindset shift we’re encouraging,” he stated.

Steve Ellul, CEO of Infrastructure Malta, highlighted that the project demonstrates the progress achievable when prioritising sustainability, accessibility, and community needs.

Through Vjal Kulħadd, Infrastructure Malta aims to increase safe pedestrian and cycling routes while supporting sustainable alternative transport options.

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Worm That Can Eat Plastic Discovered In Kenya

Worm That Can Eat Plastic Discovered In Kenya
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Scientists have identified an unexpected potential solution to plastic pollution: the lesser mealworm, a beetle larva from the Alphitobius genus.

Originally native to Africa, the lesser mealworm has shown the ability to consume and break down plastic, particularly polystyrene, a common material in packaging.

The discovery is especially promising for Africa, which struggles with high levels of plastic pollution despite producing only a small fraction of the world’s plastic waste.

In a study published in Scientific Reports, researchers found that the larvae could consume up to 50% of the polystyrene they were fed, and efficiency improved when the plastic was mixed with bran or grain husks.

Gut bacteria, including strains of Kluyvera, Lactococcus, and Klebsiella, play a critical role in digesting the plastic by producing enzymes that break down its complex polymers into simpler, harmless compounds.

The findings open up potential applications in plastic recycling, where scientists may one day harness these bacteria or enzymes to process plastic waste.

Researchers are exploring whether these bacteria are inherent to the mealworm or acquired after exposure to plastic, with future studies potentially leading to methods of converting plastic waste into valuable insect protein for animal feed.

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