Drones & fireworks blend as Malta International Fireworks Festival kicks off

Apr 24 2023

The Malta International Fireworks Festival has officially kicked off, and we got the first glimpse at the fireworks and drone technology blend together for a colourful spectacle in the night-time sky.

This fusion of traditional fireworks and new drone technology is the first of its kind on the island, and there’s still a whole week left of such showcases.

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The festival will carry on until the 30th of April, meaning a whole week of music and brightened skies as the country shows off the latest advancements in both technology and a cornerstone of its festivity in pyrotechnics.

🟡 Visit the following link for the full programme of events.

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What if Malta flooded? AI creator gives Malta Atlantis treatment

Apr 24 2023

Last week, @malta_ai released images generated through artificial intelligence showing what Malta would look like if the sunny Mediterranean island had actual snowfall and freezing temperatures.

Now, the same creator has gone the opposite route and reimagined Malta having been partially submerged due to rising sea levels.

The images show various localities having been utterly flooded, from the capital city of Valletta to car busy roads.

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We’ve got glimpses of similar flooding whenever a large torrent of rain falls on the island, but these images are more than just a reimagining of flooding.

They also send a stark warning in regards to rising sea levels as caused by climate change and global warming. As reported in 2021 by The Shift, parts of the Maltese islands are at risk of disappearing unless urgent action is taken to protect stretches of the coast.

The world is set to see a dangerous increase in global temperatures 20 years earlier than expected. According to EuroNews, the ‘Mediterranean archipelago is predicted to lose 16%of its groundwater through climate change and rising sea levels over the next 80 years.’

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Zabbar St. Patrick celebrate after promotion to Challenge League

Apr 24 2023

Zabbar St. Patrick were the last team to be officially promoted to the Challenge League following a victory over Mgarr United with a 2-0 score.

Following the Izibet Amateur League Promotion Play-Offs at the Centenary Stadium on Sunday, the club supports and members celebrated together for their latest victory.

The team was put ahead with an 18th and 64th goal by Nick Borg, joining Senglea Athletic, Msida St. Joseph and Luqa St. Andrew’s in the Challenge League.

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Zabbar will be facing Mgarr once again in the final of the National Amateur Cup on Wednesday at 1900hrs at the Victor Tedesco Stadium.

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Italian town might fine tourists who pose for selfies

Apr 24 2023

If you’re all about the social media lifestyle and love posting selfies in picturesque seaside towns, then the Italian town of Portofino might not be the most ideal place for you.

That’s because the town on the Italian Riviera has introduced no-waiting zones to stop tourists from lingering in popular beauty spots taking pictures.

Those who break the rule might be fined up to €275 for hanging around too long in these specific zones – and they include, unfortunately for selfie-fanatics, the most photogenic scenes in the area.

The move was taken because these areas have become extremely busy, with people gathering at peak times during the holiday season. Known for its colourful houses overlooking the sea, the town has, according to mayor Matteo Viacava, become anarchic chaos.

This is due to the tourists stopping to take snaps, resulting in massive traffic jams and blocked streets. The measure was put into effect over the Easter weekend and will remain in place until October.

The rules will be in place from the morning to 1800hrs everyday as the summer months are expected to bring many visitors. This is a move that mimics that taken by locations in the US, France and the UK.

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