New Record Broken for Largest Palju in Zabbar

Aug 28 2024

Just Yesterday, The Malta Records confirmed a new national record for the largest palju, achieved in Ħaż-Żabbar during the feast of Our Lady of Grace. The massive structure, displayed at the property of Mr.Angelo Magro, measures at an impressive 31.3 metres in length and 11.53 meters in width, setting a new benchmark in Malta’s celebrations.

The plaju, raised on a gigantic pole, received praise for its detailed and hig-quality printing ,expertly produced by SENC Flag Printing. This marks the third time the record has been broken , following previous records set by San Lawrenz on July 29, 2022, and Għarb on June 29, 2023.

Mr.Magro’s impressive palju gives the feast an amazing finishing touch and demonstrates the ingenuity and commitment of the Żabbar community. This latest record not only enhances the local celebrations but also emphasizes a tradition that unites and inspires the community throughout Malta.

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Local B-Boy Makes It To Top 8 In Slovakian Battle Event

Aug 28 2024

Local B-boy Liston Bongailas was in Slovakia this past week representing Malta at the ILL-Abilities Breaking Battle.

‘Representing Malta without any sponsors and made it to Top 8’, wrote Liston. ‘No big moves. Just my heart connected with music’.

Liston was applying a ‘no hands’ concept to challenge himself throughout the round as he performed amongst other b-boys and b-girls in the field.

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Dam Collapse in Conflict-Ridden Sudan Claims 60 Lives

Aug 28 2024

At least 60 people have died following the collapse of the Arbat dam in war-torn Sudan, triggered by heavy rainfall. Rescue operations are ongoing, though the death toll is feared to rise. The dam, with a capacity of 25 million cubic meters, was a crucial source of drinking water for Port Sudan, where the military government is based.

After 16 months of civil war, Sudan is now facing torrential rains and flooding, which have killed dozens and displaced tens of thousands. The dam’s collapse in Red Sea state devastated farms and villages downstream, with entire areas washed away. Local residents recounted harrowing stories of being trapped in vehicles and losing their homes to the floodwaters.

Additionally, the heavy rains damaged a major fibre-optic cable, causing a widespread communication outage across the country. Rescue efforts are underway, with the air force working to save those trapped after seeking shelter in the mountains.

Army chief Abdul-Fattah al-Burhan visited the flood-hit areas, while the military urged federal and state agencies to provide urgent support. Sudan, already ravaged by war since last April, is now grappling with worsening food shortages exacerbated by the floods, further deepening the country’s crisis.

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1st Lung Cancer Vaccine Begins Testing

Aug 28 2024

Doctors have started trialing the world’s first mRNA lung cancer vaccine, BNT116, which experts believe could revolutionise cancer treatment and save thousands of lives. Lung cancer, responsible for 1.8 million deaths annually, has poor survival rates, especially in advanced stages.

The vaccine, created by BioNTech, targets non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) by instructing the immune system to identify and kill cancer cells, preventing recurrence. Unlike chemotherapy, this approach aims to target cancer cells while sparing healthy ones.

The phase 1 trial, involving 130 patients from seven countries, has launched at 34 sites, including six in the UK. Patients, from early to late-stage lung cancer, will receive the vaccine alongside immunotherapy. The vaccine uses mRNA technology, similar to COVID-19 vaccines, to prime the body against tumour markers from NSCLC.

Prof. Siow Ming Lee from University College London Hospitals (UCLH), leading the UK trial, calls it a significant advancement in cancer treatment.

Janusz Racz, a 67-year-old scientist, was the first UK patient to receive the vaccine. He hopes it will help him and others. The trial aims to improve lung cancer survival rates and eventually make the vaccine a global standard of care.

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