26% Of Maltese Men Likely To Be Smokers

Jun 13 2025

According to data released by Eurostat, 26% of Maltese men were likely to smoke in 2023, just two percentage points below the EU average.

In the EU, 28% of men aged 15 years or over were likely to smoke.

The highest rate was registered in Bulgaria, with 49% of men likely to smoke. This was followed by Latvia and Lithuania at 48% and 43% respectively.

The lowest was registered in Sweden, at just 9%. This was followed by The Netherlands at 13%, and with Finland, Ireland and Denmark all at 16%.

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Local Photographs 2 Dolphins During Maltese Sunrise

Jun 13 2025

Taking to social media, Mattias Palmier shared a photo of two dolphins swimming in local waters as the sun rose to bring about a new day.

‘Always remember to keep a safe distance from these magnificent creatures so they can enjoy nature as much as we do’, wrote Palmier.

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The photo captures the majestic orange hue of the sky as the earth makes its daily rotation to greet our primary source of light.

The dolphins, seen in silhouette, broke out of the water gently as they made their way onwards.

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Photo: @matthias.palmier

Evacuation Precautions For Buildings Close To Collapse

Jun 13 2025

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) and the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) are continuing to monitor the situation in Triq Paceville, St Julian’s, where a building collapsed next to a demolition site.

The BCA and OHSA, in coordination with the Police, Civil Protection Department (CPD), and Mater Dei Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Unit, are carrying out a precautionary evacuation of additional properties within the affected area.

Temporary alternative accommodation is being offered to residents.

Both authorities remain on site to assist those impacted by the incident and are taking further steps to safeguard nearby residents.

Their priority remains the wellbeing of the public and the enforcement of all safety measures, the statement reads.

A dedicated emergency helpline has been set up for those affected: 99097867.

Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues and the situation develops.

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Chiara Returning To The Scene With New Song ‘Kuljum’!

Jun 13 2025

This is not a drill!

Chiara – yes, Eurovision ‘Angel’ Chiara – is returning to the music industry with brand new song after over a decade!

The name of the song is ‘Kuljum’, and even though it is a song the Maltese know really well through originally in English, it has been translated to Maltese by Kurt Calleja.

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Speaking to Malta Daily, it was revealed that the process of creating this song was an emotional one following some health challenges for Chiara in 2024.

Chiara has since found a lot of strength from her family, closest friends, and her spiritual journey.

The song will be dropping on June 20th – so mark your calendars!

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