The Animal Honors Awards took place once again, shining a spotlight on the unwavering commitment of volunteers and professionals dedicated to animal protection and rights in our country. The event, held yesterday evening, recognized various animals and individuals championing these causes.

Throughout the summer, the public was invited to nominate and vote across twelve categories, which included six focused on animal achievements and five celebrating the efforts of people working in animal rights. Anton Refalo announced that, in celebration of World Animal Day, funds were donated to multiple animal sanctuaries, made possible by the overwhelming generosity shown during the “A Night at the Palace” concert.

Lydia Abela expressed gratitude to the volunteers in the sanctuaries for their daily contributions to animal welfare. Alicia Bugeja echoed these sentiments, celebrating the heartfelt dedication of those working for animal rights. The evening served as a powerful reminder of the collective effort involved in advocating for animal protection, honoring the individuals and animals that inspire change every day.

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Spotify has introduced a new Offline Backup feature for iOS and Android, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted music access even when users lose their internet connection. This feature automatically generates a playlist of recently played and queued tracks, making it ideal for flights or off-the-grid adventures. Currently, it is exclusively available for Spotify Premium subscribers.

Unlike the existing offline mode that requires manual downloads, the Offline Backup playlist operates seamlessly in the background, providing a more convenient listening experience. Spotify indicates that this playlist will adapt to users’ listening habits over time and will include songs already cached on the device.

Once offline, the Offline Backup playlist will automatically appear in the Home feed, allowing users to filter and sort tracks by artist, genre, or mood. Users can also add the playlist to their library for easier access.

To activate this feature, users must manually enable it in the app’s settings under Data Saving and Offline or Storage. The Offline Backup feature is available now, but users must have listened to at least five songs recently to utilize it. If it doesn’t appear, Spotify recommends checking for app updates.

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The Civil Protection Malta’s 8th Recruitment Course is now entering its final 15 weeks of training. This intensive program is designed to prepare future officers for the demands of civil protection work, equipping them with essential skills such as firefighting, rescue operations, and emergency response.

The course emphasizes both physical and mental resilience, ensuring recruits are ready to serve the community in critical situations. As the program progresses, trainees are set to undergo rigorous assessments in their final stretch before becoming fully qualified members of the Civil Protection Department.

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