Neil Smashes Previous 125km Record: Aiming For 160km

Sep 23 2024

Ultra-endurance athlete and clean seas advocate Neil Agius has surpassed his own world record by swimming over 125 km, with the goal of completing 160 km before leaving the water.

Agius reached the 125 km milestone at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, swimming along Malta’s southern coast near Marsaxlokk after 52 hours in the water.

This breaks his previous record, set in 2021. For the swim to be officially recognized, Agius must finish by reaching shore unaided, though he plans to continue for another 40 km.

Agius began his journey at Mellieħa Bay around 9 a.m. on Saturday, supported by young swimmers, a team of medical staff, skippers, and volunteers. His route took him southeast around Malta, circling Gozo on Sunday before returning to Malta.

Despite being in good spirits, Agius faces a tough final stretch with worsening weather conditions, including rain, wind, and rising sea swells.

To complete the 160 km swim, Agius must navigate along Malta’s eastern coast, a difficult route with few landing points. His team remains vigilant as the athlete continues this record-breaking attempt, aiming for a safe and successful finish onshore.

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5 Who Assaulted Police Kept In Custody: Plead Not Guilty

Sep 23 2024

Five individuals—four men and one woman—were charged with assaulting and injuring police officers during a Saturday night altercation in Ħamrun.

The accused, aged 23 to 46, were identified as Elton Anthony Borg, Erica Borg, Kurt Borg, Redeimen Aquilina, and Christian Mansueto. All pleaded not guilty to charges including assaulting officers, resisting arrest, and forming a mob to cause public fear.

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Magistrate Joseph Gatt denied their bail request due to the severity of the charges and potential risk of evidence tampering.

The incident occurred when police officers issued a parking citation, prompting an altercation with a group from a nearby restaurant. Video footage of the brawl circulated widely on social media, sparking public outrage. One officer sustained serious injuries, while the other was lightly injured.

Three of the accused were arrested at the scene, while the other two were tracked down through CCTV footage.

The court was informed that footage from Borg’s restaurant had been removed, and one of the defendants disposed of his clothes before being arrested.

Despite their defence lawyers’ arguments for bail, the court remained unconvinced, citing the risk of further evidence tampering. All five remain in police custody.

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Tenishia Thornton In 10th Place At IWF World Championships

Sep 23 2024

At the IWF Junior World Championships in León, Spain, Maltese weightlifter Tenishia Thornton delivered an impressive performance in the 64A category.

In the Snatch, she successfully lifted 85kg and, despite missing her second attempt at 88kg, she recovered on her third try to complete the lift.

In the Clean and Jerk, Thornton initially struggled due to abdominal pain but powered through to lift 106kg in her second attempt. She capped off her competition by lifting 109kg, finishing with a total of 197kg and placing 10th in the world rankings.

Rylee Borg also competed in the 81kg C category, where he set new Maltese Junior records.

After missing his first Snatch attempt at 113kg, Borg nailed it on his second try and followed up with a 116kg lift. In the Clean and Jerk, he lifted 142kg and eventually succeeded at 147kg in his third attempt, achieving a total of 263kg and placing 3rd in his group.

Kim Camilleri Laganà competed earlier in the 49kg B category, finishing 7th in her group and 11th overall. She completed a 64kg Snatch and an 86kg Clean and Jerk for a total of 150kg, outperforming competitors from Spain, Japan, and Tunisia.

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Wholesome Moment Captured As Pregnant Parents Reveal Baby’s Gender to Older Son

Sep 23 2024

Maltese content creator Paula Ferriggi, who has 31k Instagram followers, is known for her engaging fashion and home videos. Recently, she shared a heartwarming moment as she revealed the gender of her baby to her 5-year-old son, Luca.

In the video, Paula and her husband excitedly open a box filled with coloured balloons, letting Luca discover whether he’ll have a baby brother or sister. The wholesome reaction captured the joy of the family as they embraced this special moment. Fans praised the intimate reveal, with many sending their congratulations and sharing in the excitement for Paula’s growing family.

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