TUNIS (TUNISIA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Tunisian President Kais Saied has called for the adoption of rapid measures to address citizens’ social demands, stating that difficulties must be overcome through concrete action rather than mere declarations and statements. Saied also reiterated that accountability will be enforced and that no one will enjoy immunity or exceptions.

These remarks were made during a meeting held on October 8 at the Carthage Palace with the Speaker of the Assembly of the People’s Representatives, Brahim Bouderbala, and the President of the National Council of Regions and Districts, Imed Derbali.

During the discussion, various projects and proposals were reviewed, with a particular focus on citizens’ social conditions and the need to coordinate the actions of different state institutions while respecting their respective constitutional mandates.

Saied emphasized that efforts to meet the population’s demands must continue without interruption, involving not only legislative measures but also an approach based on new concepts and operational methods.

The President further stated that Tunisia is going through a phase requiring, in his view, a break from various forms of injustice and inequality. He maintained that the State would remain united and would not yield to pressure or blackmail.

Reiterating that the call for accountability is legitimate and must not be driven by a desire for revenge, Saied concluded that the challenges would be tackled and results achieved through timely decisions, adding that the facts would be fully clarified and no one would evade responsibility.

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ZURICH (SWITZERLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Social media increasingly risks becoming a source of anxiety, stress, and depression for footballers. Ahead of World Mental Health Day, FIFA released an analysis conducted during the last World Cup by its Social Media Protection Service (SMPS). Out of more than 17 million posts and comments related to the World Cup, 240,000 were verified as offensive following human review.

Racist insults were on the rise (accounting for 20% of the total), threats of violence were recorded in 14% of cases, and xenophobic abuse represented more than one in ten offensive comments or posts—amounting to 12% of the total. The SMPS is tasked with protecting participants in FIFA events by hiding unwanted content, such as offensive comments and spam.

During the last World Cup, the SMPS moderation tool automatically analyzed 60.7 million user messages across official FIFA platforms and the channels of participating member associations. Of this total, 9.2 million messages—representing 15% of all interactions—were blocked and hidden from public view before reaching the general audience.

“On the eve of World Mental Health Day,” Gianni Infantino emphasized, “we are reinforcing FIFA’s commitment to protecting the football community from online hate through enhanced technologies capable of countering not only manually created content but also AI-generated images. During this year’s World Cup, in addition to analyzing over 17 million posts and comments, we identified 240,000 instances of abuse. Furthermore, we reported hundreds of accounts posting threatening content to law enforcement authorities for further action. We remain steadfast. FIFA’s SMPS is available to all football stakeholders—with the aim of supporting all 211 member associations and confederations—because we must unite to combat this reprehensible behavior, which causes suffering and undermines emotional well-being.”

Zurich officials reported that 786 accounts were referred to law enforcement for review. Of these, 232 were found to have posted particularly serious and threatening content—potentially posing a genuine safety risk—and were consequently prioritized for investigation.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Foreign prisoners serving the final weeks or months of their sentences will be eligible for early release and deportation under measures aimed at easing overcrowding in Malta’s prisons, Home Affairs Minister Glenn Bedingfield has announced. Bedingfield said the measure would significantly protect Malta’s resources, national security and the well-being of prisoners.

Bedingfield said he had signed deportation orders for two third-country nationals who were nearing the end of their sentences.

The minister highlighted the pressure on prison facilities, noting that the prison was built around 200 years ago to accommodate 400 inmates but now houses approximately 800.

Foreign prisoners who have not committed serious crimes, including murder and major drug trafficking offences, may qualify for early release and deportation, with no possibility of returning to Malta. Eligibility and the timing of release will depend on several factors, including the nature of the crime and the inmate’s behaviour in prison, Bedingfield said.

He added that many foreign inmates remain incarcerated beyond their original sentences because they cannot afford to pay fines imposed by the courts. “In these cases it ends up costing the government more to keep them in prison than the fine they should have paid,” the minister said, noting the significant expense of maintaining inmates.

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LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Following press speculation, the official statement has arrived. In a note published this morning on its website, Everton announced that “The Friedkin Group is exploring new investment options for the club, including the possible sale of a controlling stake.” The focus is therefore on a partial stake rather than the entire holding, although The Athletic had speculated as early as September about a potential full sale of Everton by the US owners—who have been at the helm of Roma since August 2020 and acquired the Toffees in 2024. “When TFG (The Friedkin Group) took charge of Everton, the club was facing a situation of significant financial uncertainty and various difficulties, both on and off the pitch. The immediate priority was to secure the stability, investment, and support needed to safeguard the club’s future, including the completion of the long-awaited stadium for its magnificent fans,” the Friedkin Group emphasized in the statement published on the club’s website.

“Now that these foundations are solid, the time has come to evaluate the next chapter for Everton,” the statement continues. “We will consider expressions of interest only from parties we believe can act as ideal custodians to guide the club into the future and build upon the progress already achieved. Throughout this process, TFG’s objective will remain unchanged: we will support the club in every way necessary to achieve sporting success and continue our commitment to making a positive impact across all club operations. Neither TFG nor the club will make further statements while this phase is ongoing. TFG has engaged Moelis & Company as advisors,” Everton concludes.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Prime Minister Robert Abela has said Malta’s tourism success should not be measured solely by the number of people passing through the country’s ports and airport, stressing that quality of life and high-quality tourism must go hand in hand.

Addressing the opening ceremony of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta, Abela said the future of tourism must focus on creating value for visitors, businesses, workers and local communities.

He referred to Malta Vision 2050, which aims to promote a tourism model that benefits all stakeholders, adding that responsible destinations must look beyond visitor numbers when assessing their success.

“The government’s choice is clear,” Abela said, explaining that the aim was to continue improving people’s quality of life and increasing household incomes while allowing private businesses to invest within the framework of Malta Vision 2050.

The Prime Minister noted that tourism was evolving as travellers increasingly sought authentic experiences. He also highlighted Malta’s growing appeal as a year-round destination.

More than four million tourists visited the Maltese islands last year, spending over €3.9 billion. In the first eight months of this year alone, Malta welcomed more than 3.1 million tourists, generating almost €3 billion in expenditure. Abela also highlighted the country’s economic growth, saying Malta’s economy had expanded from €14.5 billion in 2019 to €25 billion today.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Martin Sherif, a 20-year-old Liberian forward for Everton, has been fined £5,000 (approximately €5,900) by the Football Association for breaching betting rules. The player admitted to placing 61 bets between November 20, 2024, and February 12, 2026. Having been part of the Toffees’ youth setup since 2019 and promoted to the first team in early 2025, he was loaned to League One side Port Vale last February, scoring two goals in 17 matches.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Another Canadian at Atlético Madrid. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder star, has become a shareholder of the Colchoneros. The club itself announced the arrival of the two-time MVP and 2025 NBA champion as an investor. “I am thrilled to officially join the Atlético Madrid shareholder group,” said SGA—a compatriot of Jonathan David, who arrived on loan from Juventus during the last transfer window. “This is a club with a long history at the pinnacle of European football, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future.”

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TUNIS (TUNISIA) (ITALPRESS) – Libyan Interior Minister Emad Trabelsi welcomed his Tunisian counterpart, Khaled Nouri, to Tripoli for an official visit. According to a statement posted by Minister Trabelsi on his official Facebook account, the meeting addressed security cooperation, joint coordination, and the exchange of expertise to bolster the security and stability of both nations.

Trabelsi attended the 62nd-anniversary celebrations of Libyan Police Day. He paid tribute to the history of the police force, those who have fallen in the line of duty, and the officers’ training academy established in 1976. He reaffirmed the commitment to combating smuggling and irregular migration, rejecting any form of migrant settlement or security threat. He emphasized that the security of Tunisia is the security of Libya—and vice versa—and that their historic ties necessitate continued cooperation.

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NYON (SWITZERLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Aleksander Ceferin has reversed his decision and will run again for the UEFA presidency. The announcement was made in Berlin by the 58-year-old Slovenian official himself, who has been at the helm since 2016, to the presidents and general secretaries of all 55 affiliated federations. In recent months, they had unanimously urged him to reconsider his previous decision.

Ceferin will therefore stand for re-election at the next Ordinary Congress, which will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan, on April 22, 2027.

According to UEFA headquarters in Nyon, the decision came “following expressions of support and encouragement received from other representatives of European football.”

“I want to thank the national associations for their trust,” Ceferin said. In February 2024, he had announced that he would step down as president at the end of his term, despite Congress having approved amendments to the Statutes allowing him to stand for another four-year term through 2031.

“We have faced extraordinary challenges in recent years and we have faced them as one team. There is still important work to be done, and I have therefore accepted their request. My ambition remains the same: to keep European football united, to make our sport stronger and to leave UEFA ready for the next generation. I am also deeply grateful to my family. This decision requires a great deal from them as well, and I could not have made it without their understanding and support.”

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MANCHESTER (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Five months after his last visit, Pep Guardiola is set to return to the Etihad Stadium.

According to the English media, the Catalan coach, who managed Manchester City for ten years, will be in the stands on October 14 to watch the Champions League clash between his former club and Paris Saint-Germain.

It will be the first time Guardiola has returned to his former stadium since leaving the Citizens. It will also be the first home game for Haaland and his teammates following the verdict on the club’s alleged Financial Fair Play violations.

Following the verdict, Guardiola broke his silence on social media to reiterate his support for City.

“I want every single Manchester City fan around the world to know that I am here, more than ever,” he wrote. “I am, I have always been and I will always be by the side of my club, my owner, my chairman, Ferran, the players, the staff, Enzo and you, our unique fans.

“I want to be clear: we will overcome all of this together. I love you all.”

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