WATCH: Moroccan fans in Malta come together after historical World Cup win

Dec 11 2022

Malta’s Moroccan community erupted yesterday after the Atlas lions knocked Portugal out of the World Cup and became the first African team to make it to the competition’s semi-finals.

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Sparking celebrations from Morocco to Paris, Malta’s own Moroccan community took to the streets of St. Julian’s in absolute elation to celebrate the North African nation’s shock 1-0 victory.

In 92 years of World Cup history, this is the first time an Arab or African country has ever reached the last four, with now-national goalkeeping hero Bounou stating “It’s really, really hard to find the words to describe this moment. All our team, the supporters on our backs, this is all I have.”

Following their win at Al Thumama stadium, Morocco will now take on reigning champions France and see whether they can get one step closer to making football history.

Congrats Morocco!

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WATCH: Man finishes marathon after being told he would never walk again

Dec 11 2022

After being told he would never walk again after being diagnosed with a condition which put him in a wheelchair, Tim Marovt is motivating thousands around with the power of his mind.

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The inspirational athlete has just finished his last marathon of the year, capturing the moment in an emotional clip whilst promising that he will be back ‘stronger and faster next year’.

Whilst surfing in Hawaii, Marovt recalls feeling a sudden pain in his spine and after going to the bathroom, he tried to get up but couldn’t and fell on the floor.

Despite being diagnosed with surfer myelopathy, “an injury that only happens in Hawaii to professional athletes and only on the first day of surfing”, Marovt aims to inspire by dominating feats which he was told would be impossible.

Congratulations Tim!

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Sausages on Wheels: Maltese sausage dogs celebrate Christmas with a festive train ride

Dec 11 2022

The fact of the matter is that everyone deserves to celebrate Christmas and, thanks to an initiative by Ghaqda Talent Dingli, some of Malta’s sausage dogs had an opportunity to join in on the festive cheer.

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Nicknamed ‘Sausages on Wheels’, Malta’s community of Dachshund pups were invited to a trip on ‘The Original Train Ride with Santa & Elves’ Christmas Factory, producing some of the cutest, most wholesome images you’ll see this festive season.

Welcoming a total of 42 dogs, Malta Records jury member Jeffrey Saliba recognised the ride and awarded the organisation responsible with a national award.

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Maltese Junior Eurovision representative Gaia Gambuzza to hit the stage later today

Dec 11 2022

The Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be taking place in Yerevan, Armenia today and Malta’s very own Gaia Gambuzza will be representing the island with her track ‘Diamonds In The Skies’.

The thirteen-year-old Mosta resident earned her spot representing Malta back in October after emerging first from a list of 16 local Junior Eurovision hopefuls.

Her synth pop, space-esque tune written by Matthew James Borg, has had quite a positive reception amongst Eurovision fans, with locals eagerly awaiting the moment she hits the stage.

Today’s show will be broadcast live at 4PM CET and Gaia will go on fourth on this afternoon’s running order. Unlike the larger Eurovision Song Contest, you can actually vote for Malta, with voting now open on jesc.tv together with a recap of all songs.

GOOD LUCK GAIA!

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Photo Source: EBU / Public Radio of Armenia