Robin Williams was almost in Harry Potter and here’s why he wasn’t

Oct 30 2021

Few actors hold the legendary status of the late Robin Williams and beyond his extensive repertoire of iconic films, the beloved actor and comic reportedly wanted to add Harry Potter to the list.

Ahead of the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, reports have emerged that the Oscar-winning comic originally pitched the idea of his participation in the film series to original director Christopher Columbus.

Williams initially entertained the idea of playing Hagrid, going on to later suggest taking on the role of Professor Remus Lupin but was turned down due to J.K. Rowling’s ‘British Rule’, banning the participation of any American actors.

Who do you imagine Robin Williams playing?

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Christian Eriksen unable to play for Inter Milan after Euro 2020 cardiac arrest

Oct 30 2021

29-year-old Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen has yet to receive permission to play in Italy the season following his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020. This was confirmed by Eriksen’s team Inter Milan who stated that he has been “temporarily inhibited by the Italian medical authority from sporting activity in the current season.”

Inter went on to say that while Eriksen’s current state does not meet Italy’s sporting fitness requirements, the same could be achieved in other countries where he would be able to resume sporting activity.

Eriksen has since had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) device fitted, which is a type of pacemaker similar to what former Manchester United Daley Blind was fitted with.

What does the future hold for Christian Eriksen?

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Local photographer holds ‘secret’ expo for thriving local artists

Oct 30 2021

Malta’s creative scene is criminally underrated and the list of thriving local artists is extensive, which is why Unknown Tapestry’s ‘secret’ expo is something that should be given attention. This Maltese photographer and videographer put together this expo to raise awareness for Malta’s creative industry and promote some of the amazing work within it.

The artist highlighted how difficult it is for growing artist to develop opportunities due to the current state of the industry and the expo was put together to create such opportunities.

The event, held at the BMX Warehouse featured the work of incredible up and coming artists which includes Toni Bajada, Petra Wettinger, photographer @___.rakela and so many more. So if you haven’t already, make sure you show your support to Malta’s thriving creative scene!

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Around 90% of vouchers used ahead of deadline

Oct 30 2021

The Economy Ministry has revealed that close to 90 of government stimulus vouchers have been used ahead of this weekend’s deadline.

Only three days are left for the €100 vouchers to be used, with economy minister Silvio Schembri appealing to those who haven’t used their vouchers to do so in the remaining three days until the October 31 deadline.

The stimulus vouchers were initially issued to kickstart local business affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with a second round issued to further motivate local business in retail, catering and hospitality.

Did you use your vouchers?

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