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Voldemort Supports Cillian Murphy Taking On Role

Voldemort Supports Cillian Murphy Taking On Role
Dec 6 2024 Share

Actor Ralph Fiennes, known for portraying Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter films, has endorsed Cillian Murphy for a role in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series.

Speaking on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Fiennes called Murphy “a fantastic actor” and said he fully supports the idea.

This comes following the passing of Dame Maggie Smith, who played Professor McGonagall in the films. Fiennes, who first appeared as Voldemort in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and reprised the role in four other films, has previously expressed interest in returning to the franchise.

Cillian Murphy, meanwhile, is currently filming the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders movie, reprising his role as Tommy Shelby.

Reports suggest Mark Rylance is a frontrunner for the role of Dumbledore in the new series, which will span seven seasons and be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s books.

Francesca Gardiner has been announced as the series’ writer and show runner, with Mark Mylod directing multiple episodes.

Casting is underway, with open auditions held in the UK and Ireland. Originally expected to air in 2026, HBO now anticipates a release in late 2026 or 2027. The series promises to reintroduce much-loved characters with a fresh cast for a new generation of fans.

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Tikka Banda Takes Over City Gate In Valletta Spreading Christmas Spirit

Dec 5 2024 Share

Tikka Banda, a dynamic musical ensemble known for giving traditional Maltese festa music a modern twist, brought festive cheer to City Gate in Valletta with their lively performance.

Sharing their excitement on Instagram, Tikka Banda announced, “Malta was missing something—a roaming Christmas band that delivers more than the usual carols. That’s why, in 2024, we launched The Jolly Hoppers by Tikka Banda!”

Created to spread holiday joy across Malta, The Jolly Hoppers aim to redefine festive entertainment. “This isn’t your typical Christmas caroling,” they shared. “It’s a vibrant celebration designed to get everyone hopping with joy!”

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MFA President Bjorn Vassallo Takes Charge Of UEFA U19 And U17 Draws

Dec 5 2024 Share

Malta FA President Bjorn Vassallo presided over his first UEFA draws, overseeing the official UEFA U19 and U17 Championship draws as Chairman of the UEFA Youth and Amateur Football Committee.

Held at UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, the draws included teams advancing to the elite stages of the 2025 finals and those competing in the 2026 qualifying rounds. Malta’s U19 and U17 teams participated in four draws held during the event.

During the ceremony, President Vassallo presented prestigious awards. Maurizio Viscidi, Technical Director of FIGC, received the Maurice Burlaz Trophy for Italy’s achievements in UEFA youth competitions.

Respect and Fair Play Awards went to Norway’s U19 player Aleksander Andersen and France’s U17 player Yael Thebault, while the Danish Football Federation was recognized with the Best Progression Award.

For the 2026 qualifiers, Malta’s U19 team was drawn alongside Czechia, Northern Ireland, and Azerbaijan, while the U17 team will face Serbia, Türkiye, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Castille Square Readies Up For Christmas

Dec 5 2024 Share

Castille Square, one of Valletta’s largest piazzas and home to the Prime Minister’s Office, has been given a fresh breath of festive air just in time for Christmas 2024.

In addition to its iconic monuments, the square now boasts a towering, cheerful Christmas tree and a life-sized nativity scene, bringing the holiday spirit to life.

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