Oppenheimer & Poor Things Dominate BAFTAs

Feb 19 2024

Oppenheimer and Poor Things absolutely dominated at the British Academy Film Awards, with Oppenheimer bagging 7 total awards and Poor Things walking away with 5.

Cillian Murphy and Emma Stone won Leading Actor and Actress for their respective films, with Robert Downey Jr winning Supporting Actor for Oppenheimer.

As for Supporting Actress, Da’Vine Joy Randolph won the award for the movie ‘The Holdovers.’

Other awards included ‘The Zone of Interest’ for ‘Outstanding British Film’, ‘The Boy and the Heron’ for ‘Animated Film’ and ’20 Days in Mariupol’ for Documentary.

Anatomy of a Fall took away the ‘Original Screenplay’ BAFTA, whereas American Fiction bagged the Adapted Screenplay.

Have you watched any of these films?

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Four Teens In Car Accident: Young Woman Hospitalised

Feb 19 2024

Yesterday, at around 2030hrs, police were informed of a traffic accident which had taken place in Triq Villabate, Ħaż-Żabbar.

Police convened immediately on site and preliminary investigations showed that an 18 year old man resident of the same locality was driving a Mazda Demio when he lost control and crashed into a parked Peugeot 206.

Riding passenger in the car were two young women and a man, all aged 16 years old and residents of Marsa, Raħal Ġdid and Ħaż-Żabbar.

The persons involved were given preliminary aid, with one of the 17 year old women hospitalised and confirmed to have suffered grievous injuries.

Police are still investigating the case.

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Eddie Fresco Unites Maltese & English Rap Again on ‘BAQA TORTA’

Feb 18 2024

Maltese rapper Eddie Fresco has dropped a new track titled ‘BAQA TORTA’, featuring a guest verse from hip-hop veteran Bill Saber.

In this latest release, Fresco showcases his skill in code-switching, effortlessly flowing between Maltese and English. The track stands out for its laidback rap style, which perfectly complements the bouncy West Coast-style beat it rides on.

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Fresco’s ability to blend languages within his verses not only paves a new way for international rap but also adds a unique flavour to the local scene, making it an intriguing listen for both local and international audiences. The addition of Bill Saber, a seasoned artist in the hip-hop scene, brings an extra layer of depth to the track, enriching the overall listening experience.

‘BAQA TORTA’ is a testament to Eddie Fresco’s versatility as an artist and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of the rap genre. With one banger after the other seemingly on the menu for one of Malta’s finest, we can’t wait to see what else he has in store.

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PlayStation 5 Approaching Final Stage of Life Cycle, Sony Says

Feb 18 2024

Sony has indicated that the PlayStation 5, which made its debut in international markets in November 2020, is approaching the final phase of its product life cycle.

According to a report from Bloomberg, PlayStation Senior Vice President Naomi Matsuoka mentioned that the PS5 is entering “the latter stage of its life cycle.”

This revelation comes as the tech giant struggles to meet its sales targets for the console, with expectations set for a decline in sales moving forward.

Despite the lack of detailed information provided by Sony, the announcement has sparked curiosity among the gaming community. The PS5’s compatibility with a vast majority of PS4 games, alongside other factors such as the anticipated release of major titles such as GTA6, has left many wondering about the future direction of Sony’s gaming division.

As the PS5 navigates through its concluding years, gamers are eagerly awaiting to see what new developments and innovations Sony will introduce to the market next.

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