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Bolt proposes GoTo parking spaces be used for e-scooters

Bolt proposes GoTo parking spaces be used for e-scooters
Sep 27 2022 Share

Following the announcement that popular electricity vehicle sharing app GoTo will be terminating services in Malta by the 30th of September, Bolt has proposed to the government to use the future vacant parking spots for the e-scooters. 

The issue of parking for the e-scooters has picked up heat in recent months as many complained that the scooters were being left recklessly all over roads and pavements. 

When asked about the proposal by MaltaDaily, Country manager for Rentals at Bolt Malta Kristian Kobescak said: 

‘Our goal is to provide cities with the best solutions to the most pressing mobility challenges, and parking is currently one of them. Bolt strongly believes that these parking spots, if turned into the electric scooter parking area, could lend a helping hand in solving the parking problem in Malta.’ 

‘We would be pleased to open a dialogue with the authorities and discuss potential collaboration.’ 

According to the GoTo’s user guide, the company had around 450 on-street parking spots reserved to its electric-vehicle cars, with most in the Eastern region where they are most popular. The withdrawal statement by GoTo came after an accident saw an underage driver crashing a vehicle into a wall and injuring the passengers. 

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Over 70 arrests in one week: here’s what went down

Over 70 arrests in one week: here’s what went down
Sep 27 2022 Share

This week, the Malta Police Force carried out over 70 arrests pertaining to various crimes. The force gave the public an update as to what went down, congratulating its officers for their sterling work and the people for their cooperation. 

Among the arrests, 4 were arrested during an operation in Marsa where 400 sachets of cocaine, heroin and cannabis were being prepared for trafficking.

49 individuals were arrested after they were found to be living in Malta illegally, with the procedures for repatriation having already started. Meanwhile, 8 were arrested and arraigned over cases of domestic violence. 

The charges of the latter included causing bodily harm, causing fear of violence, insults, threats, blackmail, harassment, stalking, breaching restraining orders and being in possession of an unlicensed firearm. 

2 were arrested and arraigned in connection with human trafficking, 2 others arrested and arraigned for causing grievous bodily harm to a third party during an argument, carrying a shotgun without a license and detaining a victim. 

2 others were arrested following searches inside a store in Birkirkara where a robbery was taking place. 5 were arraigned over charges of theft and misappropriation for reportedly giving a government job to a third party. 

One person was arrested following an inspection in a field together with the Wild Bird Regulation Unit (WBRU), wherein two sets of large clap nets, 136 live protected birds from 18 different species, as well as several plastic decoys and stuffed herons were confiscated. 

A person was arrested for committing non-consensual sexual acts on a 17-year-old girl, as well as threatening her. A person was arrested for stealing a phone and a wallet from another man in Qawra whilst another was found drunk in public and arrested for threatening an officer. 

In Gozo, 3 persons were arrested and arraigned over separate harassment cases, as well as misuse of electronic equipment, a case related to theft and a case of assault wherein a knife was used. A person was sentenced to 8 months imprisonment after pleading guilty to 3 thefts over a week in Valletta. 

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Diner makes sure to compliment the chef at Planet Hollywood Malta

Diner makes sure to compliment the chef at Planet Hollywood Malta
Sep 27 2022 Share

A diner at Planet Hollywood Malta wanted to publicly express how delicious his meaty plate was with a peculiar stunt.

The diner initially shocks an entire restaurant after he shouts out, asking who cooked his meat. All eyes are on the diner as he is slowly approached by a rather bewildered chef. 

 

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Despite the man coming off as confrontational and not a fan of the food he was served, he suddenly bursts out: ‘Cause I love it my friend! The best.’

The stunt earned him an applause by the entire restaurant, with everyone probably sighing a breath of relief that the situation did not go as they suspected it would. 

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The Annual Nationwide Pink Oct – Mov ’22 campaign is back with a bang!

Sep 26 2022 Share

The Annual Nationwide Pink Oct – Mov ’22 campaign has been launched by Chairperson of The Marigold Foundation, Michelle Muscat under the Patronage of First Lady, Mrs Miriam Vella.

In the last few years Pink October has extended to cover awareness on not only breast cancer but also on other common female cancers – mainly ovarian and cervical cancer that remain a taboo on our islands. The campaign urges women to be open with such issues, learn how to prevent getting sick, how to check themselves, do the necessary screenings and tests and face the fear that most times stops them from seeking help until it is too late.

The Pink October-Movember campaign as its name denotes also raises awareness on male cancers and men’s health with a focus on prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Following a nationwide survey, this year’s campaign is focusing not just on the need to check oneself but also on how this is done in a correct way.

The general public is urged to look out for the messages, radio adverts, billboards, TV ads, social media and online posts to learn more on how to be brave, take the next step and check their body regularly.

In a drive to raise further awareness this year, the public is being engaged directly featuring real bodies and persons in its imagery. #getreal #realbodies #lifesavinggestures will help pass on the campaign’s message… These are real bodies, real persons, no photoshop, no cosmetics: what is lying in that body ? Are these persons afraid? Do they check themselves? Do they know how to check and what they need to look out for? The Campaign aims to reach out to every person, female and male, in a bid to educate and prevent getting sick through the motivation to learn to check.

The event was addressed by Malta’s top clinicians and surgeons including Dr Nick Refalo Clinical Chair of SAMOC, Mr John Agius Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, Dr Kristel Von Brockdorff Consultant Oncologist, Dr Danika Marmara Cancer Pathways Director, Dr Jean Calleja Agius Obstetrician and Gyneacologist and Head of the Department of Anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Malta and by Mr Chris Barbara, Chair of the Pathology Department. Speaking in one voice, they all stressed the importance of this Campaign in raising awareness and educating the public.

The Annual Nationwide Pink Oct – Mov ’22 Campaign is spearheaded and coordinated by The Marigold Foundation – BOV in the Community. As per previous years, donations collected will go into a national fund to be distributed amongst breast care and cancer NGOs for research and education.

If the public is generous, funds will go to fund a Canon Aplio diagnostic ultrasound system. This equipment is instrumental in providing brachytherapy locally. Currently, brachytherapy is not carried out in Malta. All patients who need this treatment need to travel to London which provides its own challenges. The team at the Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre are currently working with the International Atomic Energy Agency to bring brachytherapy to Malta in the next few years, so that our patients no longer need to travel to the UK for this purpose.

If you would like to support Pink Oct-Mov ’22 please visit the Pink Oct-Mov Facebook Page, Instagram or marigold.org.mt/pink

To learn more on Pink Oct – Mov ’22’s events this month or donate on the numbers below:

SMS Donations 50619238 for €11.65

CALL Donations 51702052 €15 51802053 €25

MOBILE PAY number 99912373 for amounts up to €500

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