Blood donation activity kick starts Ħamrun Spartans Premier League title celebrations

Apr 15 2023

Ħamrun Spartans kickstarted their ninth Premier League title celebrations earlier today with a blood donation activity, which saw multiple team staff members and supporters donate blood.

With this initiative the Ħamrun Spartans club wishes to inspire more people to donate blood.

This Premier League title is the second league title in three years for the club under the helm of President Joseph Portelli.

The celebrations will reach their pinnacle on Saturday 22nd April, when the Spartans play their last game of the season against Gudja. At the end of the match, they will be presented with the league trophy and huge celebrations will take place before, during, and after the final match, as communicated by club officials.

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Air Malta passenger attempted to fly with bird in the airplane cabin

Apr 15 2023

Passengers on an Air Malta flight to Madrid experienced a delay of about 90 minutes when a fellow traveler tried to bring a bird on board.

The incident occurred on Flight KM586, according to a passenger who was onboard the flight, and who communicated with Malta Daily when the incident was taking place.

Sources claim that the passenger were being urged to exit the aircraft after the captain refused to fly with the bird in the cabin.

Eventually, the passenger relented and left the airplane, and the flight, which had been scheduled to depart at 6:55am, took off just before8:30 am.

According to Air Malta Terms & Conditions – only small cats and dogs are allowed, as long as they fit comfortably in their carrier and do not block passage to the main aisle of the aircraft.

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FKNK criticizes BirdLife Malta and CABS’ actions ahead of dove hunting court case

Apr 15 2023

The Conservation Hunters and Trappers Federation (FKNK) has recently released a statement in response to the coordinated actions carried out by BirdLife Malta and their German partners, the CABS, to create undue pressure on the court regarding the hunting of doves. The court case, which is set to begin later today, has sparked controversy and debate among various conservation groups and hunting organisations.

In its statement, the FKNK expressed its disgust with the “boundless arrogance, deception through unsupported allegations, and lack of respect” exhibited by BirdLife Malta and their supporters towards the government, courts, and people of Malta and Gozo.

The FKNK criticised the tactics used by BirdLife Malta and the CABS, stating that they were attempting to influence the court proceedings through undue pressure and manipulation.

Despite its criticism of BirdLife Malta and its partners, the FKNK stated that it would respect the outcome of the court case and would await the decision with patience.

An FKNK delegation was present during the court proceedings earlier today.

The issue of hunting and conservation has long been a contentious one in Malta, with various groups holding different views on the matter. While some groups argue that hunting is an essential part of Maltese culture and heritage, others believe that it is harmful to wildlife and the environment.

In recent years, the government of Malta has taken steps to address the issue by implementing stricter regulations and laws governing hunting practices. However, there are still concerns that illegal hunting and poaching continue to occur, and that certain hunting practices are detrimental to the conservation of local wildlife.

The court case regarding the hunting of doves is just one of many ongoing disputes related to hunting and conservation in Malta. While the FKNK and other hunting organisations may view the actions of BirdLife Malta and the CABS as undue interference in the court proceedings, it is clear that the issue of hunting and conservation is one that requires ongoing dialogue and cooperation between all stakeholders.

As the court case continues, it remains to be seen what the outcome will be and what impact it will have on the future of hunting and conservation in Malta.

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Spanish extreme athlete spent an incredible 500 days alone in a cave

Apr 15 2023

Imagine living in isolation, cut off from the world for hundreds of days, in a deep, dark cave. It sounds like something out of a science fiction novel or a horror movie, but for Spanish extreme athlete Beatriz Flamini, it was a reality. She spent an incredible 500 days alone in a cave in Granada, and it is believed to be a world record.

At the age of 48, Beatriz Flamini entered the cave, and she emerged two years later, having spent the entire time in isolation. When she began her adventure, the world was in the midst of the Covid pandemic, and Russia had not yet invaded Ukraine. During her time in the cave, she exercised, drew, and knitted woolly hats. Her support team reported that she got through 60 books and 1,000 litres of water during her time in isolation.

Flamini’s experience was part of an experiment that was closely monitored by scientists. The purpose of the experiment was to study the effects of prolonged isolation on the human body and mind. Flamini was chosen for the experiment because of her experience as an extreme athlete and her ability to endure physical and mental challenges.

Despite the difficult conditions, Flamini described her experience as “excellent, unbeatable.” She said that she had been silent for a year and a half, not talking to anyone but herself. She said that the experience gave her a new perspective on life and helped her to appreciate the simple things in life.

Living in isolation for an extended period of time is not something that most people would choose to do. The human brain is wired for social interaction, and most people crave the companionship of others. However, there are some people who are drawn to extreme challenges and are willing to push their bodies and minds to the limit. Beatriz Flamini is one of those people.

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