Dar San Ġużepp To Welcome First Elderly Residents Soon

Jan 30 2024

Minister for Gozo and Infrastructure, Clint Camilleri, recently inspected the progress of the St. Joseph Home project in Għajnsielem, which is nearing completion.

The final touches, including mechanical and electrical systems, finishings, and furnishings, are expected to be concluded in the coming weeks.

Anticipated to open in March, the St. Joseph Home will be home to the initial group of 120 elderly residents. Minister Camilleri expressed satisfaction with the timely completion of the project, emphasizing that applications for residency will soon be open to all Gozitans interested in becoming residents.

The facility, spanning over three floors, will feature 120 rooms with en-suite bathrooms across four levels, offering picturesque views of the countryside and the sea. Committed to the highest standards and accessibility, the home will provide ample social spaces and outdoor areas for relaxation.

Natalie Briffa Farrugia, Chairperson of Vassallo Group, encouraged prospective residents and their families to apply for residency in this state-of-the-art facility, emphasizing its commitment to delivering superior services and accommodations for the elderly in Għajnsielem.

Minister Camilleri concluded by affirming that the St. Joseph Home would not only commence operations but would set a benchmark as a premier facility, ensuring the utmost quality and standards for the well-being of Gozitans and the residents it will serve.

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Malta Has A Favourite Pokemon… And It’s Charizard

Jan 30 2024

According to a survey by The Toy Zone, Charizard was deemed to be Malta’s most preferred Pokemon.

With around 1,016 Pokemon breeds in the Pokedex, The Toy Zone analysed up to date Google data to find which Pokemon is searched at the most stand out rate in every country in 2023.

Despite Malta’s preference for the fire Pokemon, Pikachu still emerges as the main hero in more countries (six) than other in Europe.

Do you have a favourite Pokemon?

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More Than 1 In 20 Gżira Residents Identified As LGBTIQ+ In 2021

Jan 30 2024

In 2021, Gżira in Malta emerged with the highest percentage of non-heterosexual individuals in its population, as 5.4% identified as gay, lesbian, or with other non-heterosexual orientations.

According to data provided to MaltaToday by the National Statistics Office, out of a total population of 9,442, this equates to 509 LGBTIQ+ people in Gżira, with 102 being Maltese citizens and 407 non-Maltese residents.

Following Gżira, other north harbour localities, namely St Julian’s (4.6%), Msida (4.2%), and Sliema (4.2%), also showed substantial percentages of non-heterosexual residents.

St Paul’s Bay had the largest overall LGBTIQ+ population in Malta, totalling 1,009, but this represented 3.6% of its total population, ranking it fifth in concentration.

Bormla, in the south harbour, had the highest percentage of Maltese LGBTIQ+ individuals, comprising 2.3% of its population. The census highlighted the concentration of foreign LGBTIQ+ people in affluent north harbour localities and a higher percentage of Maltese LGBTIQ+ individuals in less affluent harbour areas.

Overall, the census recorded 11,073 LGBTIQ+ people in Malta in 2021, with 5,349 being Maltese citizens and 5,724 from other countries. The Malta Gay Rights Movement (MGRM) welcomed the results but suggested that the figures might only represent the “tip of the iceberg,” especially among older Maltese individuals who may be reluctant to declare their sexual orientation.

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Glitch Is Back For 7th Edition: 13th To 16th August 2024

Jan 30 2024

Glitch Festival is back for its 7th edition between 13-16th August 2024.

999999999, Ben Klock, Brutalismus 3000, Indira Paganotto, Nico Moreno, Oguz, Mall Grab, DJ Heartstring & Anetha amongst the headliners.

Glitch festival has announced the full line-up for 2024. The festival will feature over 70 artists from various genres within the electronic music spectrum. Expect a mix of debuts, beloved Glitch favorites, and rising stars. Let the countdown begin!

With over 8 stages on offer, dancers are called to gather for a four-day journey driven by a carefully curated list of industry titans, master selectors, live acts and rising stars. From an opening party inside the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage fortifications, roaring rooftop pool parties to an unforgettably energetic Boiler Room stage – Glitch Festival spaces are attentively arranged to provide festival goers with the ideal spots to lose themselves in.

Kicking off on Tuesday 13th with its explosive opening place held right under the glorious fortifications of Valletta, Job Jobse will perform alongside a rare b2b by SPFDJ and Narciss.

The main festival will take place between the 14th and 15th August at Gianpula Village against a backdrop of the ancient medieval city of Mdina.

And finally, the 16th brings the festival to an end with boat party summer-magic followed by a heartfelt closing party.

Lineup A-Z

999999999, 6EJOU, Altinbas, Anetha, Anxhela, Bashkka, Ben Klock, Benwal, Brutalismus 3000, Callush, Courtesy, D.Dan, Daria Kolosova, DJ AYA, DJ Gigola, DJ Heartstring, DYEN, Faster Horses, Fka.m4a, Freddy K, Frederic., Funk Assault, Funk Tribu, horsegiirL, Hyperaktivist, Indira Paganotto, Job Jobse, Justine Perry, Kaiser, Kendal, KI/KI, Mac Declos, Mall Grab, Malugi, MARRØN, Maryline K, MCR-T, Mischluft, Narciss, Nico Moreno, Nørbak, Novah, Oguz, ØTTA, Pablo Bozzi, Patrick Mason, Polygonia, Quelza, Shlømo, SPFDJ, Supergloss, Vall Du Son, VTSS, Yanamaste, Young Marco.

2Aurora, Acidulant, Aspekt, Bjan Jensen, Budg, Damz, Dave Space, Echofaze, Etched, Human Safari, Inverted, Manthrax, Matte, Muski, Reactant, Resume Inc, Sean Rickett, Silk, STK, Volph & Yazmin.

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