13 of Malta’s biggest businesses have joined forces to fight for carbon neutrality

Jul 21 2022

Thirteen of Malta’s largest business have held a press conference to announce that they have banded together to create the Malta ESG Alliance (MESGA).

Alberta Group, APS Bank Plc, AX Group Plc, Bank of Valletta Plc, GO Plc, HSBC Bank Malta Plc, International Hotel Investments Plc, Malta Public Transport Services (Operations) Ltd, MAPFRE Malta, MEDSERV Operations Ltd, Melita Ltd, PG Group Plc and Toly Products Ltd. have joined forces to prioritise decarbonisation and tackle local Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues.

The conference began with the hard-hitting introductory statement that “looking after the planet is not negotiable,” before going on to lay down the plan of action.

The founding members of the alliance have already received support from consultancy firm EY Malta, Perit David Xuereb and the Malta Ambassador for Climate Action, Professor Simone Borg.

Their goal is to increase members, expand towards further economic industries and ultimately inspire change through their actions.

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Cheaper Netflix plans will not include all shows, CEO reveals

Jul 21 2022

Netflix ad-support tier will not allow users to access all of their shows, due to a number licensing issues.

The streaming platform’s partnership with Microsoft to provide ad-supported tiers at lower prices will not offer access to the Netflix’s entire library. Co-CEO and chief content officer Ted Sarandos sustained that while Netflix Originals such as Stranger Things and Umbrella Academy will be available, a number of third-party films and series will not due to licensing.

“Today, the vast majority of what people watch on Netflix, we can include in the ad-supported tier,” Sarandos said. This comes after Netflix lost close to one million subscribers as it continues to come under fire for clamping down on password sharing and increasing subscription prices.

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Animal shelter calling for urgent financial help as storm risks harming animals’ lives

Jul 21 2022

Non-governmental animal activist organisation MSPCA are calling for financial assistance as a storm coming to Malta soon may risk the lives of many helpless animals.

A recent post published by the local animal shelters read: “The MSPCA is attempting to improve their facility in the hope that funds raised will help towards facing this storm head on.”

The organisation has stated that an oncoming storm may put many animals in danger and thus, is raising funds to accomodate even more animals in new parts of their building.

Anyone who wishes to contribute can do so by visiting their website or donating via BOV pay and will ultimately help in financing new tiles, fans and light fittings, in addition to new tanks and pumps for their water supply.

The details are as follow:

Bank: Bank Of Valetta

IBAN: MT97VALL220130000000400204 63713

Account#: 400204 63713

Swift: VALLMTMT

BOV quick pay: 79530468

PayPal : [email protected]

Send this to an animal lover who would LOVE to contribute.

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WATCH: Opportunity to get closer to Filfla than ever before offered by Heritage Malta

Jul 21 2022

Heritage Malta is offering the public a unique experience to get closer than ever before to the unaccessible island of Filfla, whilst listening to curious tales by historical curator John J. Borg.

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The Filfla tours will be taking place on Sunday 14th August and Sunday 4th September where Borg, who has been studying the history and ecosystem of Filfla since 1982, will provide valuable information on the island such as where its name comes from, why it was attractive to pirates centuries ago and why it was the target of various bombardments during the British rule of Malta.

Attendees will enjoy a boat trip around Filfla, with the possibility of seeing a number of birds, turtles and dolphins. No one will be able to disembark and visit the actual island or swim around it and, during the trip back, attendees will have the opportunity to swim near Delimara.

If you wish to attend this unique event, you can buy tickets from Heritage Malta’s website or from any one of their sites or museums.

Send this to someone who would LOVE a trip around Filfla.

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