Today Would Have Been Paul Walker’s 51st Birthday

Sep 12 2024

Today would have been the 51st birthday of the late actor Paul Walker, whose life was tragically cut short 11 years ago in a fatal car crash in 2013. The accident also claimed the life of his close friend Roger Rodas, who was behind the wheel at the time.

Best known for his iconic role as Brian O’Connor in the Fast and the Furious franchise, Walker became a beloved figure in Hollywood and among fans worldwide for his on-screen charisma and down-to-earth persona.

His role in the action-packed series left a lasting legacy, making him a fan favorite and cementing his place in the hearts of many.

One of the most touching aspects of Walker’s life was his close friendship with Vin Diesel, his Fast and Furious co-star. Their deep bond extended beyond the film set, with Diesel becoming the godfather of Walker’s only daughter, Meadow.

Diesel has often spoken about Walker’s profound impact on his life, regularly honoring his late friend in interviews and social media, keeping his memory alive for fans and loved ones alike.

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Taylor Swift Has Record Breaking Night At Voice Music Awards

Sep 12 2024

Taylor Swift had a historic night at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, breaking records and setting new milestones. She won Video of the Year for her collaboration with Post Malone, “Fortnight,” making her the first artist to win the award three years in a row. This also extended her record for the most Video of the Year wins to five. She previously won in 2023 for “Anti-Hero,” 2022 for All Too Well: The Short Film, 2019 for “You Need to Calm Down,” and 2015 for “Bad Blood.”

In her acceptance speech, Swift thanked her fans, saying, “I’m always trying to find a way to thank you for making my life what it is, for making the Eras tour what it has become, and for the success of Tortured Poets Department. This is all because of you and your votes. Thank you, MTV, for giving me this opportunity to express my gratitude.”

Swift entered the night with 12 nominations, poised to hit several milestones, and ended by tying Beyoncé as the most awarded artist in VMA history. Technically, she surpassed Beyoncé’s solo record. Before the 2024 VMAs, Swift held 23 VMAs, while Beyoncé had 30, counting her solo work and collaborations with Destiny’s Child and Jay-Z as The Carters. Swift’s seven wins during the ceremony brought her total to 25 as a solo artist, edging her past Beyoncé in individual achievements. Although Beyoncé was nominated for three awards this year, she didn’t add to her collection.

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Antionio Flores reflects on representing Malta at Paris Paralympics 2024

Sep 12 2024

Antonio Flores, a two-time Maltese Paralympian and the country’s first blade runner, recently shared a heartfelt reflection on Facebook following his participation in the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. In his post, Flores expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent Malta, highlighting the challenges he faced on his journey, particularly the difficulty of finding a coach. Despite these obstacles, he proudly gave his all and now closes this chapter, retiring from competitive sport after 21 years.

Flores emphasized the importance of the Paralympic movement, calling for greater awareness and support for athletes with disabilities. He encouraged sports associations and coaches to fully embrace Paralympic athletes, acknowledging the dedication and potential they bring to the field. Flores also shared the disappointment of being turned away by coaches upon returning to Malta, but remained resilient throughout his career.

In his message, he thanked his family, friends, supporters, the Malta Paralympic Committee, and his sponsor Move Smart – Health & Fitness Club, for their unwavering support. Flores concluded with pride in his accomplishments, stating, “I may not be at the track daily going forward, but I will forever remain a two-time Maltese Paralympian and Malta’s first blade runner.”

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Martin Agius’ Double Exposure Photography Works Exhibited At Wignacourt Museum

Sep 12 2024

An ongoing photography exhibition by local photographer Martin Agius is currently on display at the Wignacourt Museum in Rabat.

On Friday, 6th September, at the Wignacourt Museum in Rabat, the exhibition was inaugurated by Martin Agius, who specializes in street photography. The project focuses on double exposures, where each photo complements the other.

This exhibition is open to the public from Monday to Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the last entry at 4:15 p.m. The exhibition will remain open until Sunday, 29th September.

In a statement, the renowned photojournalist revealed that this project first originated in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, stating “The prevailing fear amongst people, led to desolate streets, crating a disheartening sight.”

His idea to create these photos with the double exposure effect came from the fact that there were no people on the streets and due to the fact that it was a long-standing aspiration of his.

To further make the works complex, Aguis decided to combine images from Malta with images he had taken in London before the pandemic.

As the world regained normality, Martin Aguis decided to add photos from even more places abroad such as Milan, Venice and Valencia and has aspirations to take his double exposure idea to more places outside of Malta.

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