PL Would Acquire 51.5% Of Vote If Election Were Held

Oct 22 2023

A new survey conducted by statistician and political analyst Vincent Marmara and published by It-Torċa, suggests that, were a general election be called tomorrow, the Labour Party would win with a difference of 8.4%.

This translates to approximately 20,478 vote difference, with the Labour Party winning a 51.5% majority over the Nationalist Party’s 43.1%.

The Labour Party experienced a slight drop from the 2022 General election at around -3.6% whereas the Nationalist Party gained a raise of 1.4%. Meanwhile, other parties gained 2.1% in support from last year’s general election.

68.8% of people who voted for the Labour Party in 2022 would still vote for the party if an election were held tomorrow. For the PN, this number is 77.1%. Meanwhile, 19.0% of 2022 PL voters would not vote, whereas 14.8% of PN 2022 voters would not vote.

When it comes to individual leaders, 41.3% think that Robert Abela is the best leader to lead the country, with 23.1% thinking it’s Bernard Grech. 13.6% voted for ‘others’ and 12.2% voted ‘none’.

78.3% of 2022 PL voters think Robert Abela is the best leader to lead the country, with 66.5% of PN 2022 voters saying Bernard Grech.

What do you make of this survey?

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Appeal For Drivers To Watch Out For Hedgehogs In Dark Hours

Oct 22 2023

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‘At the moment, it’s still dark when some of us leave for work. It’s also started getting dark earlier’, wrote Wildlife Rescue Team Malta.

‘This means that in the morning, some hedgehogs may still be out and about when we leave for work, same for when some of us return from work.’

‘Please take a few seconds to check that there are no hedgehogs under your car or near your tyres. It only takes a few seconds, but it could spare that hedgehog.’

‘Unfortunately this month, we had a number of calls for hedgehogs that were just resting under cars unnoticed. Unfortunately in these cases, although we still do our best, it’s near impossible to save them.’

The animals rescued by Wildlife Rescue Team Malta are protected species in Malta and cannot be kept as pets.

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Manchester United Legend Sir Bobby Charlton Dies Aged 86

Oct 22 2023

Sir Bobby Charlton, the revered figure of Manchester United and English football, has passed away at 86, as announced by his family. Charlton’s legacy is monumental, marked by 249 goals in 758 appearances for Manchester United from 1956 to 1973, including a European Cup triumph in 1968 and three First Division titles. He held England’s goal-scoring record (49 goals in 106 caps) from 1970 to 2015.

In 2020, Charlton was diagnosed with dementia, prompting his withdrawal from matches at Old Trafford. His European Cup victory came a decade after surviving the 1958 Munich air disaster, which claimed the lives of eight teammates. He notably played in the World Cup final with his late brother Jack.

Manchester United hailed Charlton as “one of the greatest and most beloved players in the club’s history.” He played 758 games, scored 249 goals, and secured numerous titles during his 17-year tenure. Post-retirement, he served the club as a director for 39 years. Knighted in 1994, his contributions to football are celebrated globally.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino lauded Charlton’s enduring impact on the game, while Gary Lineker hailed him as “England’s greatest ever player.” Sir Bobby Charlton leaves an indelible mark on football, and his legacy will endure through the work of the Sir Bobby Charlton Foundation.

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Rolex Middle Sea Race Underway in Malta for 44th Edition

Oct 21 2023

The Rolex Middle Sea Race has made its return to Malta for its 44th edition, as some of the world’s most prestigious mariners attempt to clench victory in today’s unfavourable weather conditions.

More than 100 yachts representing 26 countries are part of the competition, with the race taking off from Valletta’s Grand Harbour before embarking on a 606 nautical mile voyage before returning back to Malta.

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The weather forecast promises rough weather conditions, with stints of rainfall after the starting gun as the yachts head into their first junction point – the Messina straight.

The wide variety of yachts, ranging from 9.12 meters (30 feet) to 32.55 meters (107 feet) in length, will encounter an array of wind directions and strengths, ensuring a thrilling and unpredictable race. Ultimately, the winner of the Rolex Middle Sea Race Trophy, determined under IRC Time Correction, will be the crew that can best piece together the complex puzzle.

The Rolex Middle Sea Race is renowned for its eclectic mix of vessels and crews, where even seemingly unremarkable boats can feature offshore wizards who can push their crew to unexpected achievements. The 52-footers, including Max Klink’s Caro and Chris Sheehan’s Warrior Won, are the clear favourites, each bringing a wealth of experience and accolades.

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