What about the Corgis? What will happen to the Queen’s dogs?

Sep 12 2022

The loss of Queen Elizabeth II brought about a massive change in the lives of many in the UK and beyond. But one question was what will happen to the beloved dogs the Queen owned.

The Queen was famous for her love of animals, having a massive affinity for horses but also the little corgis she was seen with almost everywhere.

The Queen got her first Corgi as an 18th birthday present back in 1944 and named her Susan. During her 70 year reign, she owned around 30 dogs of this breed.

They were such a prominent feature of her life that some even appeared during her James Bond sketch for the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony.

But what will happen to them now? Well, the dogs will be taken into the care of Prince Andrew. A spokesperson for the prince confirmed that Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, would be taking the last two surviving corgis the queen had.

The corgis, named Muick and Sandy, were originally gifts by Andrew himself, so it seems rather fitting that they will be returning to him.

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Backlash as Christian group hold rosary rally in ‘Reparation for Pride March’

Sep 12 2022

A rally organised by Pro Malta Christiana in ‘reparation for the Pride March’ garnered the critique and backlash of many following one of the biggest Pride March in Malta’s history.

The group organised a rally to take place at 7pm yesterday evening in Parliament Square, a day after the Pride Rally brought many members of the LGBTIQ+ community and allies to Valletta.

The Rosary Rally was pointed out by NGO MGRM who said: ‘Rosary Rally is the drag name we did not know we needed.’

‘We marched in yesterday’s Pride Mach alongside 12,000 people who we are certain included Catholics, Muslims and other people who are faithful to their religions’ the statement read.

‘Practicing religion in this way, by aggregating ‘in reparation’ of other people’s realities cannot be the right way to practice love and respect. We cannot think of anything less Christian than that.’

The Rosary Rally was also critiqued by ADPD’s Sandra Gauci who called out the ‘bigotry’ and the use of religion ‘to excuse […] prejudice.’

Despite this, the announcement of the Rally by the group garnered around 1,200 reactions, with some even commenting ‘Amen.’ The group issued a statement saying that they did not intend to disparage anyone with their posts and events.

‘We are not motivated by any personal animosity towards persons with same-sex attractions or gender dysphoria, but rather our love for Christian civilisation and the morals and institutions that are so essential to it. Since these structures are being publicly and ostentatiously attacked, it is only fitting that Catholics make a public act of reparation.’

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What to expect from the ONE concert by Red Electric & The Travellers

Sep 12 2022

We’re already halfway through September and the weeks seem to be flying by. That’s a good thing for the fact that as the days roll by, ONE – Red Electric and The Travellers in Concert fast approaches. The collaborative concept initiated by two of Malta’s biggest bands sees Red Electric and The Travellers join forces to present a high-octane, no holds barred musical performance which is sure to attract music lovers from all walks of life.

In a nutshell, one thing to definitely expect is quality. At this point, the two bands know top-notch entertainment and incredible performances like the back of their hand but seeing them come together for one night only is something we can’t wait to see. From emotional tracks like Young Again & Ersaq fil-Qrib to euphoric bangers like Ħafi Paċi Kuluri and Dangerous, the night’s setlist is expected to be a Maltese music lover’s dream.

Beyond the music itself, we’re expecting a show unlike any other, with the bands’ logistic teams most likely pulling out all the stops to make sure that ONE a unique audiovisual experience. The last time the two bands came together, those in the audience were witness to a Maltese music event for the books and by the looks of it, it seems like this year’s edition will top it!

If you haven’t secured your tickets just yet, we encourage you to do so by visiting this link!

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Vibe FM host speaks out about mental health stigma & suicide

Sep 12 2022

Vibe FM radio host Frank Zammit took to social media to open up about his own mental health and how he wants the stigma over suicide to end.

In a touching Instagram post, Frank said that he was facing a difficult reality with a series of highs and lows and that:

‘On the night between the 2nd and 3rd July, I was done and ready to end it all. I’m only here to write about it today because I snapped out of it in the nick of time. On the 4th, I was back on air trying to act normal.’

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He wrote how he is not sharing this because he desires anyone’s pity. ‘I am lucky to have family and friends I could count on when I needed them.’

‘I am getting the help I need and even if I’m still a work in progress I get a little bit stronger every day’ he said.

‘I only write this because the stigma needs to end and something needs to be done. I am done smiling and waving if I’m not feeling ok.’

‘I should be able to share my feelings with those around me without worrying my vulnerabilities will be used against me.’

He also highlighted how the world seems to be going through some ‘nervous breakdown’, with many in the same boat and yet everyone ignores it. ‘Now what are we going to do abut the elephant in the room?’

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