5 Things Announced During Budget Speech

Oct 31 2023

Here is a quick recap of the main points from yesterday’s Budget 2024.

In a parliamentary sitting, Finance Minister Clyde Caruana read out the text for Budget 2024 and how the government plans on spending and investing in the upcoming year.

Some of the most notable points include a wage increase of €12.81 per week, a stipend increase of €64 per year, a €15 increase per week for pensioners, as well as a continuation of energy subsidies.

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During the speech, the Finance Minister also revealed that a €10,000 grant increase for first time buyers purchasing UCA or vacant property in Gozo will be issued.

Furthermore, parents are set to receive €500 for their first child as well as up to €1,000 for every other child. Special allowances for continuing education beyond mandatory age was also announced.

For more on the Budget 2024 pledges, visit MaltaDaily.mt for further information.

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FRIENDS Cast Release Joint Statement On Matthew Perry Passing

Oct 31 2023

“We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family. There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss. In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world.”

This was reportedly the joint statement issued by the main five actors from the series of FRIENDS – Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer – after the passing of Matthew Perry.

Matthew Perry passed away last Saturday aged 54, with the cast taking their time to mourn the sudden passing of their beloved co-star.

An autopsy is yet to determine the cause of death, with foul play not being suspected. Following the news, Maggie Wheeler, who played Janice, also issued her own statement about the sudden loss of Perry.

The six friend group became iconic all over the world as fans from all generations tuned in, whether during the actual series run time or in later streamings, to see what Chandler, Monica, Ross, Phoebe, Joey and Rachel were getting up to in their lives.

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Perkors: Limited Edition Whisky By Bjorn Formosa

Oct 31 2023

ALS activist Bjorn Formosa has released his first and limited edition whisky called Perkors, and all proceeds for the drink will be going to aid neurological patients.

Described by Malta Whisky as a ’14-Year Highland Single Malt’, it ‘savours the rich taste of Scotland with Malta Whisky’s exclusive malt.’

‘Specially bottled for the remarkable Bjorn Formosa’, ‘every sip supports neurological sufferers, making a difference with each indulgence.’

If you’d like to get your hands on one of these bottles and support a good cause, you better go for it now as the whisky will only be available for a very short period.

According to tattoo artist Jean Paul Attard, only 196 bottles have been made. Do you enjoy whisky?

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3 Vehicle Crash Leaves 28 Year Old Motorcyclist Dead

Oct 31 2023

Yesterday evening, at around 1940hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed in Triq in-Naxxar, Ħal Lija.

Police convened immediately on site and found, through preliminary investigations, that a crash had taken place between a Mazda Demio driven by a 24 year old resident of Iklin, a Volvo XC40 driven by a 36 year old man resident of Ħaż-Żebbuġ and a Piaggio motorcycle driven by a 28 year old resident of Birżebbuġa.

The motorcyclist was given medical aid on site and transported to Mater Dei via ambulance. Unfortunately, he was certified deceased a few moments later.

An inquiry into the accident has been opened as police continue their investigations.

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