7 Maltese In Israel To Return In Coming Hours, Ministry Confirms

Oct 9 2023

The Foreign Affairs Ministry has confirmed that seven Maltese nationals who were stuck in Israel will be returning home in the coming hours.

The Ministry also stated that, as of yet, it is informed that no Maltese nationals are in Palestinian occupied territory.

‘Once again, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs asks that all Maltese in this zone contact the Maltese Embassy as quickly as possible to make necessary arrangements to leave the country in light of the present situation.’

The aforementioned seven individuals made contact with the Maltese Embassy and will be returning to the islands soon.

Maltese citizens who are currently in Israel and require assistance can contact the Israel Embassy on 00972522575708 or the Representative Office for Palestine on 00972548992228.

‘Those who wish to contact the Ministry directly can do so on 0035622040000’.

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Songwriters! Be in the Chance to Win €800 by Writing a Song for Local Startup ‘FrawlaBlu’

Oct 9 2023

A fresh, new production company by the name of ‘FrawlaBlu’ has just launched in Malta and to kick things off, they are inviting the Maltese public to collaborate with them on a song and be in the chance to win €800.

With local artists Nicole Frendo & Matt Black at the helm, together with creative minds Luke Grech from Cornerhouse Studios and Videocafe’s very own Matthew Calleja, the project brings together some of Malta’s freshest creative minds and we can’t wait to see the result!

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Aiming to highlight the beauty and uniqueness of each individual, followers from Malta and all over the world are being invited to write a song, with no fees, CVs or age restrictions required! All demo songs will be uploaded on social media and the public will be invited to choose the best 7 out of all of them, with the winner getting a whopping €800 cash prize.

“By being part of our debut, you will help local talented artists that do not have the financial means and contacts to participate in local music events”, the brand stated.

To participate, or for more info, contact [email protected]!

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An Actual Maltese Roblox Game Releases Today!

Oct 9 2023

Metaverse Architects, a Maltese startup, will be going for a full launch of their newest and first game on Roblox 2 – Alien Attack.

‘Alien Attack is a cooperative game in which players can join the attack to fight off aliens coming to take over the world. The game was inspired by the old school game Space Invaders, using modern game dev techniques to create a more immersive 3D experience.’

Roblox is an immensely popular game platform and game creation system which attracts a large fan base of players of varying ages.

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And now, the Maltese group will be having their own game for players from all over the world to enjoy with their friends.

‘Alien Attack sports 11 different guns that can be purchased and upgraded to help you figure out your playstyle with different shooting types. Fight off aliens and climb to the top of the leader boards with your friends.’

The full launch of the game takes place today at 1400hrs CET. So…

TAG SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE INTO THIS!

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FOBO: Workers’ Fear Of Becoming Obsolete

FROM FOMO TO FOBO: FEAR OF BECOMING OBSOLETE

Oct 9 2023

FOMO, or Fear of Missing Out, is a well-known term describing the anxiety of missing out on exciting events or experiences.

It gained recognition in 2004 and is now in the Oxford English Dictionary. However, a new term, FOBO, is emerging, primarily in business contexts.

FOBO stands for Fear of Becoming Obsolete and pertains to concerns about one’s role becoming irrelevant, often due to advancements in technology like AI.

A Gallup poll reveals a 22% increase in US workers worrying about technology making their jobs obsolete, up from 2021. This rise is particularly notable among those with higher education, jumping from 8% to 20%.

Goldman Sachs even predicts that generative AI could potentially automate 300 million full-time jobs, adding weight to these concerns. To combat FOBO, it’s advised to conduct a career assessment, identifying areas for improvement and taking steps to enhance them.

Upskilling through work-sponsored programs or online courses can be beneficial. Building professional relationships with colleagues, mentors, and industry experts can also help stay updated with industry trends.

Of course, from the side of the employer, a more human centred approach to support workers could go a very long way.

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