TikTok Page Highlights Maltese Language History

May 29 2024

TikTok page World Genetics, which boasts 189.6K followers and 4.4M likes, highlighted the ‘Semitic Speaking Europeans’ a.k.a the Maltese.

‘Why do those Europeans speak a language that sounds like Arabic’, asks the video.

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The video, which begins with a front cover of local singer Ira Losco, details the genetic makeup and cultural relation to other groups of people like Sicilians, North Africans, Greeks as well as Ashkenazi Jews.

The video explains, in AI voice, how Maltese was born in ‘the medieval era’, when Sicily was under Arab control.

The video racked up 317.9K views on the platform, which highlights other countries’ populations and their languages, cultures and ethnic backgrounds.

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Man Grievously Injured In Reported Knife Fight In Ħamrun

May 29 2024

Yesterday, at around 1830hrs, police were informed of an argument which took place in Triq il-Mimosa, Ħamrun.

Police convened immediately on site and preliminary investigations found that an argument had broken out between a 31 year old Egyptian man resident of Ħamrun and a 57 year old Palestinian man resident of St Paul’s Bay.

A knife was reportedly used during the altercation. The Egyptian man was given medical aid and taken to Mater Dei Hospital, where he was certified as having suffered grievous injuries.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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Teachers Create Amazing Sports Day Atmosphere For Students

May 29 2024

‘It is our duty to make the students happy’, wrote Tristan Nappa Licari, sharing videos of an exciting sports day atmosphere at Birkirkara Primary School.

Students were treated to all sorts of activities, and were even given a chance to lift a trophy World Cup style.

The teachers and school staff wanted to make the day a memorable experience for all the students in attendance as they engaged in physical activities and games as part of the scholastic year’s push for more sports in a student’s life.

Well done to all!

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Spain, Ireland & Norway Formally Recognise Palestinian State

May 29 2024

Spain, Ireland, and Norway have officially recognised a Palestinian state to promote a political solution in the Middle East conflict.

This collective action aims to inspire other European nations to follow suit, potentially facilitating a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas.

The move has sparked a severe backlash from Israel, which accused these countries of supporting terrorism. Israel withdrew its ambassadors from these nations and reprimanded their envoys in Tel Aviv, showcasing footage of the October 7 attacks.

The recognition increases pressure on Israel, following calls from international courts to halt Israel Defense Forces operations in southern Gaza and allegations of war crimes against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Western countries have also imposed sanctions on Israeli settlers in occupied Palestinian territories. Diplomatic recognition typically involves formal credential exchanges with the Palestinian Authority, upgrading existing consulates to embassies.

Ireland’s Prime Minister, Simon Harris, emphasized the historical significance of this decision, advocating for other European nations to join in efforts to achieve peace. Norway and Spain echoed similar sentiments, with Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, asserting that the recognition of Palestine is crucial for peace and justice.

Israel’s strong reaction includes public condemnations and provocative social media posts, particularly targeting Spain. Diplomatic observers believe Israel’s firm stance aims to deter other countries from recognizing Palestine. Currently, around 139 countries recognize Palestine, while many European nations and the US condition their recognition on a comprehensive political resolution.

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