South Korean Students Sue After Exam Ends 90 Seconds Early

Dec 21 2023

A cohort of South Korean students is taking legal action against the government after their college admission examination concluded 90 seconds prematurely, seeking compensation of 20 million won ($15,400; £12,000) each—equivalent to the cost of a year’s education to retake the test.

The timing error impacted the entirety of the students’ exams, according to their legal representative. The nation’s renowned college admission exam, Suneung, is an arduous eight-hour ordeal encompassing consecutive papers in various subjects, wielding significant implications for university placements, employment, and even future interpersonal relationships.

Extraordinary measures, such as closing the country’s airspace and delaying the stock market’s opening, are implemented to ensure students’ concentration during this critical annual event.

Filed by at least 39 students on Tuesday, the lawsuit asserts that a test center bell rang prematurely in Seoul during the Korean segment of the exam. Although some students protested immediately, supervisors allegedly confiscated their papers.

The error was acknowledged before the next session, and the students were granted an additional one and a half minutes during the lunch break.

However, they could only mark blank columns, unable to amend existing answers. Distraught by the incident, some students reportedly abandoned the exam altogether.

The students’ lawyer, Kim Woo-suk, stated that education authorities had not issued an apology. Previous instances of legal action over early bell ringing during the Suneung exam were noted in 2021, where students were awarded compensation, and in 2012, a Chinese man faced legal consequences for ringing the bell prematurely.

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63 Year Old Goalkeeper Returns For Birkirkara Women’s Match

Dec 21 2023

A mere three days before turning 63 years old, football veteran Nina Dimech returned for Birkirkara Women’s latest match against Mtarfa FC – and managed to keep a clean sheet!

With her team winning the match with a whopping 13-0 score, Nina made sure that no goals were scored in the net she guarded. This saw Birkirkara consolidate their place at the top of the First Division.

Dimech, reported Replay (Net Television), is a pioneer in local women’s football. She was called back onto the field after international goalkeeper Janice Xuereb was indisposed and Erika Muscat tended to an injury.

Nina had become the oldest player to ever appear in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match all the way back in 2010, playing against Turkey in UEFA Group 5. She was 49 years old at the time, and surpassed MacDonald Taylor Sr. as the oldest player to appear in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match.

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HIVE Club Welcomes Partygoers for Official Opening with ‘7 Seconds’ DJ Joezi

Dec 20 2023

Paceville, the vibrant heart of Malta’s nightlife, is set to sizzle tonight as the highly anticipated HIVE nightclub officially opens its doors to the public. The grand unveiling promises an unforgettable night of pulsating beats, cutting-edge design, and a special guest DJ set by none other than Joezi, the artist behind the chart-topping hit ‘7 Seconds.’

As the clock strikes 10:30 PM, the doors to HIVE will swing open, inviting partygoers to immerse themselves in the hottest new nightclub experience on the Maltese islands. Boasting a state-of-the-art sound system, mesmerising light displays, and a chic, modern ambiance, HIVE is set to redefine the clubbing scene in Paceville.

Tonight’s special guest, Joezi, brings an electrifying energy to the launch, promising a musical journey that will have the dance floor pulsating until the early hours. Known for his infectious beats and dynamic stage presence, Joezi is set to elevate the HIVE experience and leave his indelible mark on Malta’s nightlife landscape.

Don’t miss the chance to be among the first to witness the magic of HIVE. Get ready for an unparalleled night of music, style, and celebration as Malta welcomes its hottest new nightclub with open arms.

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G7 Fridays Takes Over Toy Room Malta for Christmas Clubbing Extravaganza

G7 Events Takes Over Toy Room for Christmas Clubbing Extravaganza

Dec 20 2023

Malta’s leading events organisation G7 Events is set to light up the night once again as they return to clubbing hotspot Toy Room Malta, for the highly anticipated G7 Xmas Edition this Friday, December 22nd.

Known for unforgettable nights across the island, G7 Fridays will take over clubbing hotspot Toy Room Malta, as the perfect backdrop for the festive celebration. Nestled in the heart of Malta’s nightlife scene, Toy Room Malta is renowned for its insane set-up and cutting-edge sound system.

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The G7 Xmas Edition promises to be a night to remember, featuring a stellar lineup of local favourites on the DJ decks. The musical journey will be guided by the talents of Debrii, Miggy, Gabii, D-Rey, Nagem, Sar, DOTX, and WYNE, ensuring a diverse and vibrant soundtrack that caters to the tastes of the crowd.

With G7 Events at the reins at Toy Room Malta, partygoers can expect an immersive experience where music, ambiance, and celebration seamlessly come together for a night of unmissable holiday vibes.

To top it all off, G7 Events and Toy Room Malta will be coming together for a good cause this Christmas, with a portion of the proceeds being donated to Victim Support Malta (VSM), Malta’s support and information centre for victims of crime.

Don’t miss out on the G7 Xmas Edition at Toy Room Malta this Friday – it’s the holiday celebration that promises to elevate the island’s nightlife to new heights.

If you haven’t already, you can get your tickets now from ShowsHappening.com

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