National Day Of Sport Celebrated At Marsa Sports Complex

May 7 2024

Wife of the Prime Minister Dr. Lydia Abela collaborated with Education, Sports, Youth, Research, and Innovation Minister Clifton Grima to host a National Sports Day at Marsa Sports Complex. The event drew students from numerous schools across Malta and Gozo for a day filled with sports activities. Dr. Abela emphasized the values promoted by sports, such as inclusivity, respect, and discipline, underscoring their importance in children’s education. She expressed gratitude to all participants, particularly the children, for their active involvement.

Minister Grima reiterated the government’s dedication to fostering children’s participation in sports throughout the year, advocating for a healthier lifestyle. He encouraged society to recognize the significance of physical activity and increase engagement in sports.

Mark Cutajar, CEO of SportMalta, highlighted the importance of dedicating a specific day to sports activities, ensuring active participation. SportMalta’s initiatives, including the #BeActive campaign and European Week of Sport, aim to promote physical activity. The ministry is investing in school infrastructure to improve sports facilities for recreation and sports education.

The event featured various sports and activities like Zumba, races, and obstacle courses, fostering a culture of physical activity and healthy living among youth.

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Matt Blxck To Present Malta’s Eurovision Points

May 7 2024

Malta Eurovision Song Contest contestant Matt Blxck will be presenting Malta’s points during the final night of this year’s competition.

Matt Blxck won the public votes, being a very popular candidate to represent Malta with his song ‘Banana’, but it was Sarah Bonnici’s ‘LOOP’ which ultimately came out on top.

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So it is rather fitting to have Matt himself presenting the points on the final night, seeing as he is an iconic figure of the local version of the contest.

Congratulations Matt!

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Vehicle Catches Fire Yesterday In St Venera

May 7 2024

Footage sent to this newsroom shows a vehicle which caught fire yesterday at around 1700hrs in St Venera.

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Disciplined forces could be seen on site to manage the situation. It is currently unclear what caused the fire or whether anyone was injured in the incident.

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Thousands Attend 9 Open Days Held Across Malta

May 7 2024

Throughout the month of April, thousands of families attended various open days held in various entities and organisations around the Maltese islands.

From the National Archives to the Disciplined Forces, and from EcoHive Academy to the Museum of Natural History, families were treated to educational entertainment in each of these open days.

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Workers in the respective sectors provided the visitors with insider knowledge of what goes on into managing the area of interest – relating to history, the environment, safeguarding public safety and much, much more!

Prominent artists were also invited to perform at the open days, making sure to end each day with some good music and performances.

Did you attend any of the open days.

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