Pro-Life Demonstration Held In Valletta On Sunday

Dec 3 2024

Around 150 people participated in a pro-life demonstration in Valletta on Sunday, marching through Merchants Street and Republic Street accompanied by a marching band.

The event, organized by the Life Network Foundation Malta, featured attendees of all ages, including families and elderly participants.

They carried placards with slogans such as “pro-life = pro-women” and “we are the pro-life generation,” along with Maltese flags, as popular songs like Bella Ciao and Sweet Caroline played.

The demonstration concluded at Jean De Valette Square with speeches and a video presentation. Michela Agius, a fourth-year medical student, emphasised the importance of ensuring equality by protecting the right to life, including for those in the womb.

She also expressed support for women facing unplanned pregnancies.

The event included speeches from two US-based doctors: Christine Francis, CEO of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and John Bruchalski, a former abortionist turned pro-life advocate. She argued that pregnancy is not a disease and abortion is not healthcare.

As of now, abortion in Malta is generally illegal, but amendments passed in June 2023 allow for exceptions in very limited circumstances. Termination of pregnancy is permitted only if a woman’s life is at immediate risk or if her health is in grave danger, and only when all other treatment options have been exhausted. This represents a slight easing of Malta’s absolute ban on abortion, but it remains highly restrictive compared to most other countries.

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Isabelle Bonnici Pays Tribute To Jean Paul Sofia 2 Years On

Dec 3 2024

Taking to social media, Isabelle Bonnici paid tribute to her late son Jean Paul Sofia two years on after the tragedy that took his life.

‘Who would have told me that two years ago, in a few hours, my life would be crushed with my son’s under a building filled with thirst for money, lack of accountability, discipline and responsibility, as well as the corruption ruling over the country.’

‘My son jean Paul was a beautiful youth inside and outside, always smiling, who knew how to love and an immensely good heart’, continued Isabelle. ‘He loved life and wanted to live… but you, tainted with his blood, did not let him live life and shut off his smile forever.’

‘I am sure he is proud of me for having continued to live with the values I instilled in him. Fighting injustice and working towards a more secure Malta to avoid seeing other parents going through from this valley of eternal tears.’

‘I promise you that your death will never be for nothing’.

Rest in peace, Jean Paul.

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Malta And Poland Sign First Agreement On Scientific Research And Innovation

Dec 3 2024

Last week, a Memorandum of Understanding on Scientific Research and Innovation was signed in Warsaw between the Maltese Government and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Poland.

Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research, and Innovation Keith Azzopardi Tanti signed on behalf of Malta, while Professor Andrzej Szeptycki, Under-Secretary of State at the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, signed for Poland.

This marks the first formal agreement between Malta and Poland focused on scientific research and innovation. The Memorandum aims to foster closer collaboration, promote the exchange of expertise, and share best practices in these fields.

Parliamentary Secretary Azzopardi Tanti thanked the Maltese Embassy in Warsaw for its critical role in finalizing this agreement after months of negotiations.

He explained that the Memorandum lays the foundation for joint research, the development of bilateral and multilateral initiatives, and the exchange of scientists and experts between both countries.

The agreement also facilitates shared access to research infrastructure and technical equipment. Key areas of cooperation include marine and maritime technologies, digital innovation, health and well-being, sustainable resource use, smart manufacturing, aviation, aerospace, space, and cultural heritage.

The signing was followed by a bilateral meeting between Azzopardi Tanti, Malta’s Ambassador to Poland, Dr. Marisa Farrugia, and Under-Secretary Szeptycki.

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Bove ‘Awake, Alert & Oriented’, ACF Fiorentina Reveal

Dec 3 2024

Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is conscious and recovering in hospital after collapsing during Sunday’s Serie A match against Inter Milan, which was abandoned after 16 minutes.

Fiorentina confirmed on Monday that Bove had been extubated and was awake, alert, and speaking with family, teammates, and club officials at Florence’s Careggi Hospital.

Further tests will be conducted to determine the cause of his sudden collapse.

Initial examinations ruled out major damage to Bove’s central nervous and cardio-respiratory systems.

Fiorentina general manager Alessandro Ferrari said Bove had urged his teammates to play their scheduled Italian Cup match against Empoli on Wednesday as part of returning to normalcy.

Ferrari added that it was too early to speculate on Bove’s playing future, noting Italy’s stringent medical requirements for professional athletes.

The incident evoked memories of Christian Eriksen’s 2021 cardiac arrest during the European Championship and the tragic death of Fiorentina’s former captain Davide Astori in 2018.

Concerned fans remained at the stadium long after Sunday’s match was stopped, awaiting updates. Serie A officials are meeting to reschedule the fixture, with reports suggesting it will be played in February. Both teams and fans are now focused on Bove’s recovery and well-being.

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