Rylee Borg Makes History: Breaks Multiple Records

Rylee Borg Makes History: Breaks Multiple Records
Mar 27 2025 Share

Eighteen-year-old Rylee Borg delivered an exceptional performance at the 46th European Small Nations and Malta International Open Championships, setting multiple national records.

He lifted 130kg in the snatch and 156kg in the clean and jerk, achieving a 350kg total—the highest among Maltese male lifters in the competition.

 

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Borg’s results secured him 1st place overall in the junior category and 3rd place in the senior category at the European Small Nations Championships. In the International Open, he again finished 3rd in the senior division.

His partnership with Tenishia Thornton in the junior doubles event earned them 1st place, while his collaboration with Vlad Baldacchino in the senior doubles resulted in 3rd place.

Additionally, Borg played a crucial role in Malta’s 2nd-place finish in the team event at the European Small Nations Championships and 1st-place finish in the International Open team event.

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Watch: Civil Protection Brings Cospicua Road Fire Under Control

Mar 27 2025 Share

Civil Protection and the Malta Police Force on the site of a reported fire in Cospicua road.

Fire engines could be seen on site managing the situation. It is currently unclear what led to the fire and whether anyone was injured.

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Tenishia Thornton Shines Again: Sets National Records

Tenishia Thornton Shines Again: Sets National Records
Mar 27 2025 Share

Tenishia Thornton delivered an outstanding performance at the 46th European Small Nations and Malta International Open Championships, held at the newly inaugurated Weightlifting Centre in Marsa.

The Maltese star lifted 89kg in the snatch and 113kg in the clean and jerk, setting multiple national records and accumulating an impressive 260 points.

Her achievements secured her first place in the junior category and third in the senior division.

Thornton’s dominance extended beyond individual success, as she and Rylee Borg claimed gold in the doubles junior category.

She also teamed up with Roberta Tabone to secure second place in the doubles senior category. Additionally, her efforts contributed to Malta’s second-place finish in the team event.

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EU Citizens Urge To Stock Pile Essentials For Better ‘Preparedness’

EU Citizens Urge To Stock Pile Essentials For Better 'Preparedness'
Mar 27 2025 Share

The European Commission has advised EU citizens to stockpile food, water, and essential supplies for at least 72 hours to improve readiness for emergencies such as natural disasters, pandemics, cyber-attacks, and military threats.

Inspired by emergency preparedness strategies in Germany and Nordic countries, the initiative encourages households to develop crisis plans and maintain self-sufficiency in the face of potential disruptions.

Hadja Lahbib, European Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management, emphasised the importance of self-reliance, showcasing her own emergency kit in a social media video.

The initiative also proposes an EU-wide preparedness day, school curriculum updates, and a strategic stockpiling plan for essential resources, including shelters and generators.

While northern European nations have long promoted emergency readiness, some member states remain cautious about the approach, reflecting differing threat perceptions. Sweden and Norway advise stockpiling non-perishable food and emergency supplies, while Germany mandates safe shelters in new homes.

The strategy follows a report from former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, highlighting the EU’s lack of a clear response plan for armed aggression.

The European Commission insists this is not fear-mongering but a proactive step to minimise risks and costs in potential crises. Member states are encouraged to tailor preparedness measures based on their geopolitical realities, promoting collective resilience across the EU.

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