41.2% Of Maltese Find Religion Very Important

Feb 25 2025

MEP Thomas Bajada unveiled the results of a comprehensive study entitled ‘The Economy of Wellbeing – Bridging the Gap’, which showed that for 41.2% of Maltese, religion is extremely important.

The study, led by MISCO, involved 430 persons from diverse sectors and demographics in Malta.

10.5% of respondents said that religion was not important for them at all. Religion was rated as more important for for older respondents aged over 65.

Religion was deemed very important for around 3.4% of respondents aged 18 to 29.

Meanwhile, 33% of respondents rated their community as extremely important. 8.5% found their community not important at all.

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2 Persons Grievously Injured In Two Separate Accidents

Feb 25 2025

Three persons were taken to Mater Dei after they were injured in separate traffic accidents yesterday.

The first accident took place at around 1415hrs in Triq il-Marfa, Mellieħa.

Preliminary investigations showed that a 50 year old woman resident of Rabat, Gozo, lost control of her Toyota Ractis which she was driving and crashed into a pole.

Along with her in the vehicle was a 29 year old man also from Rabat, Gozo.

The second incident took place at around 2345hrs, in Triq il-Kappillan Mifsud, Ħamrun.

Preliminary investigations show that a 23 year old man resident of Santa Venera suffered injuries after he was hit by a vehicle whilst he was driving a Suzuki motorcycle. The other vehicle kept driving.

A medical team assisted all those involved and transported them to hospital.

The woman and the motorcyclist were both certified to have suffered grievous injuries. The other man was certified to have suffered light injuries.

Investigations are still ongoing.

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Nadur Spontaneous Carnival 2025 is HAPPENING and we’re EXCITED AF!

Feb 24 2025

Get ready for Gozo’s craziest and most unfiltered carnival experience!

The Nadur Spontaneous Carnival 2025 is set to take over the streets of Nadur from February 28th to March 4th, bringing five days of uninhibited creativity, masked mayhem, and pure carnival madness!

This unique event, known for its raw energy and spontaneous performances, promises unforgettable costumes, satirical parades, and a vibrant atmosphere like no other, with Nadur’s crown jewel being one of the most impressive events of the Maltese calendar year. Whether you’re dressing up, joining the fun, or just soaking in the spectacle, this is an event you don’t want to miss!

Dates: 28th February – 4th March 2025
Location: Nadur, Gozo
Brought to you by: The Ministry for Gozo and Planning, the Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government, the Cultural Heritage Directorate, the Local Government Division, Nadur Local Council, G7 Events, and Malta Daily.

Stay tuned for more updates – start planning your costumes, spread the word, and get ready for the most outrageous celebration of the year!

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Conference On Media Literacy, Fake News & Public Awareness

Feb 24 2025

A specialised conference at the Maritime Museum brought together media professionals, academics, journalists, local broadcasters, influencers, and media studies lecturers to discuss the role of media in promoting accurate and reliable information.

Participants explored ways to make media more accessible, informative, and beneficial to society.

Minister for National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government Owen Bonnici addressed the conference, stressing the dangers of fake news. “Disinformation threatens democracy, influences public opinion, and weakens trust in science and institutions.

Enhancing media literacy, particularly among young people, is essential in combating misinformation. Through collective efforts, we can build a society resilient to deception and false narratives,” he stated.

Charles Cassar, Chairperson of the Media Literacy Development Board, outlined future initiatives, including educational materials for schools and training sessions for educators and senior citizens.

The conference featured two sessions: an expert panel discussing fake news and its impact, followed by interactive workshops where participants proposed practical solutions to strengthen media literacy within communities.

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