Voice Of Patrick Star Says He Will Keep Doing It Until His Voice Box Gives Out

Oct 23 2024

At Mipcom in Cannes, voice actors Tom Kenny and Bill Fagerbakke, known for portraying SpongeBob and Patrick on SpongeBob SquarePants, celebrated the franchise’s 25th anniversary. During a discussion with Variety, they shared their excitement about representing the show internationally and how their enthusiasm for the job has remained unchanged over the years.

Reflecting on their journey, Fagerbakke noted that after more than a decade on the show, they began traveling abroad, enjoying events like Mipcom. Kenny expressed his joy at seeing SpongeBob among billboards of FBI agents and action heroes, stating, “I love being the odd man out.”

Both actors reflected on the longevity of the series, with Kenny mentioning how the franchise has spanned his career, while Fagerbakke emphasized how grateful they are for the steady work. Kenny also praised the ongoing innovation within the SpongeBob universe, including movies, video games, and upcoming holiday specials like “SpongeBob & Sandy’s Country Christmas.” The actors agreed they wouldn’t trade their roles for anything, saying their passion for the show remains as strong as ever after 25 years.

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No Police Failures In Nicolette Ghirxi Case, Inquiry Finds

Oct 23 2024

The Independent Board for Police Complaints, chaired by retired Judge Geoffrey Valenzia, has published the conclusions of its inquiry into the murder of Nicolette Ghirxi, which occurred on August 12, 2024.

This inquiry was initiated at the request of the Ministry for Internal Affairs, Security, and Work to assess the implementation of recommendations from a previous joint inquiry concerning the murder of Bernice Cassar, conducted by the same judge on February 23, 2023.

The Board examined the actions of the Police Corps in relation to domestic and gender-based violence, focusing on the enforcement of relevant laws and procedures.

The inquiry found that the Police did not fail to take reasonable measures within their powers to mitigate the risk associated with Ghirxi’s case.

The Board emphasized that the circumstances of Ghirxi’s murder differed significantly from those of Bernice Cassar, despite both resulting in tragic outcomes.

Notably, while Cassar’s case presented numerous warning signs, Ghirxi’s did not exhibit similar patterns. The inquiry’s conclusions are being made public as part of standard practice alongside this statement.

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A Grumpy Guy Indeed: Atlantic Stargazer Spotted In Maltese Waters

Oct 23 2024

Marine biologist Alan Deidun recently shared a fascinating video of a Mediterranean stargazer, locally known as “żondu,” spotted at a depth of 36 meters in Maltese waters. The stargazer, identified as Uranoscopus scaber, is known for its unique upward-facing eyes and distinctive grumpy appearance.

The footage, captured by Gordon Scott, showcases this elusive species in its natural habitat. Deidun expressed his gratitude to Scott for sharing the clip, which provides a rare glimpse of marine life beneath Maltese seas. The stargazer is one of several intriguing species inhabiting the Mediterranean.

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Trainer & Dog Entertain Students With Cute Tricks

Oct 23 2024

Taking to TikTok, dog trainer Ian Cuschieri and Baxi, a K9 officer, entertained students at a school with their adorable but impressively disciplined skills.

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The demonstration formed part of an initiative to raise awareness about animals, and the students got to see how much of a good girl Baxi truly is.

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Cuschieri showed them what trained canines could do and even let them have a go at some drill exercises Baxi was happy to perform.

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