db Group & Hard Rock International Announce Hard Rock Hotel Malta

Oct 4 2024

The Malta-based db Group and Hard Rock International have commenced construction on the €300 million Hard Rock Hotel Malta and a mixed-use development, including the Ora Residences and St. George’s Mall.

The development will feature two residential towers, high-end apartments, a vast 20,000sqm mall, and a 5-star Hard Rock Hotel with 394 rooms, most offering Mediterranean views.

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The hotel will preserve the architecture of 19th-century British military quarters and include amenities such as a Rock Spa®, fitness centre, multiple pools, and 12 restaurants and bars.

The Ora Residences will offer luxury living with exclusive services such as private pools, temperature-controlled wine cellars, 24/7 concierge services, and vertical garden designs. The development will also include 5,000 sqm of green space, 1,300 parking spots, and a beach lido on St. George’s Bay.

Prime Minister Robert Abela highlighted the project’s significance for Malta’s economy and tourism sector, emphasising its role in attracting high-end travellers and

promoting sustainable development. The Hard Rock Hotel Malta is scheduled to open in early 2026, joining Hard Rock’s European portfolio, which includes hotels in Madrid, Ibiza, and Davos. The project is expected to create hundreds of jobs.

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Millie Bobby Brown & Jake Bongiovi Share Wedding Photos

Oct 4 2024

‘Stranger Things’ star Millie Bobby Brown and son of rockstar Jon Bon Jovi, Jake Bongiovi, have officially tied the knot.

The two took to social media to share photos from their wedding day, from reading their vows to posing with family and loved ones.

The couple reportedly tied the knot in May, officially releasing the photos as summer comes to a close in October.

The two both captioned their respective posts with ‘forever and always your wife/husband’, receiving congratulations from friends and family, among them stars of Stranger Things.

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Family Feud Malta Unveils 1st Contestants

Oct 4 2024

Family Feud Malta has unveiled its first group of contestants – Family Attard and Family Mifsud.

With the Maltese version of the renowned quiz game show format premiering this Sunday 6th October on TVM, hype is building up as we meet the first families attempting to go for the top prize.

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The programme is set to be hosted by Ben Camille, who explained the reason as to why he chose to host as ‘family.’

‘This is more than just a show to me. It’s about brining smiles and laughter to thousands of households’, wrote Camille.

‘It’s about taking a step away from the crazy life we sometimes choose to live and embracing an hour of pure fun with the people that matter the most. Ultimately it’s about bringing families and friends together both on and off screen’

The first episode will premiere this Sunday 6th October at 12:15pm on TVM. Will you be tuning in?

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Maltese WHO Doctor Suggests Regulating Phones Like Smoking

Oct 4 2024

A Maltese World Health Organization (WHO) official has suggested that digital devices like smartphones may need regulation similar to age-restricted products, such as cigarettes, to address rising concerns over addiction to smartphones and social media.

Dr. Natasha Azzopardi Muscat, WHO’s Director of Country Health Policies, raised this idea at the European Health Forum, highlighting the need to control where and when such devices can be used.

She pointed to a recent WHO study of 280,000 youths, which found that 1 in 10 struggle to manage their social media use, and that problematic behavior related to gaming and social media is on the rise in Europe.

The suggestion was made to international news platform Politico, and was subsequently picked up by other news platforms.

Dr. Azzopardi Muscat discussed the potential for measures like age limits, controlled pricing, and designated usage areas, similar to smoking regulations in public spaces.

She also emphasized the importance of educating children and teenagers about the risks of excessive smartphone use.

Research from King’s College London found that 33% of teens reported “Problematic Smartphone Use” (PSU), which was linked to higher rates of anxiety and depression. While Azzopardi Muscat acknowledged the growing problem, she urged caution and further research before implementing strict regulations.

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