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Duke & Duchess Of Edinburgh Lay Wreaths In Grand Harbour

Duke & Duchess Of Edinburgh Lay Wreaths In Grand Harbour
Oct 9 2024 Share

Yesterday, Tuesday 8th October, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, along with the Minister for Home Affairs, Security, and Employment, boarded an Armed Forces of Malta Inshore Patrol Vessel for a Wreath Laying Ceremony in the Grand Harbour.

The ceremony included a memorial service held aboard the P22 vessel near Villa Bighi.

Following the ceremony, a reception took place at the Malta Maritime Museum, where Armed Forces of Malta officers who had received training in the United Kingdom were present to welcome the Duke and Duchess.

During the event, Brigadier Clinton O’Neill, Commander of the Armed Forces of Malta, presented the Duke of Edinburgh with a token to commemorate their visit to Malta.

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Around 150 Families Benefit From Hamrun Regeneration Project

Around 150 Families Benefit From Hamrun Regeneration Project
Oct 9 2024 Share

Minister for Social and Affordable Housing, Roderick Galdes, inaugurated a regeneration project involving 23 blocks of social housing in Ħamrun. The project, with an investment exceeding one million euros, focused on enhancing the façades of the social housing blocks, improving common areas, and renovating the roofs.

Minister Galdes stated that approximately 150 families have benefited from the work carried out on these 23 blocks. He emphasized that this initiative not only transformed the appearance of the area but also significantly improved the quality of life for the residents.

He further explained the importance of continuing to invest not just in new social and affordable housing units, but also in preserving existing ones, ensuring they remain safe and dignified for the beneficiaries. “This regeneration effort addresses both current and future needs, benefiting both the residents and the social housing sector,” the Minister added.

During his visit, Minister Galdes observed the extensive work completed on these blocks, noting that the project not only refreshed the social housing area in Ħamrun but also positively impacted the daily lives of over 150 families who are directly benefiting from this regeneration initiative.

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1st Ever Diwali Barbie Released Ahead of Festival

1st Ever Diwali Barbie Released Ahead of Festival
Oct 9 2024 Share

Mattel has released a new Barbie doll to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, which takes place this year from October 31 to November 1.

The Diwali Barbie was created in collaboration with Indian designer Anita Dongre and features traditional Indian attire, including a cropped top (choli), a floral vest (koti), and an ankle-length skirt (lehenga).

 

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The lehenga is adorned with flowers like dahlias, jasmine, and Indian lotus, symbolising strength and beauty. The doll also wears gold bangles and earrings, reflecting the festival’s radiant lights.

Anita Dongre expressed her excitement about the collaboration, encouraging fans worldwide to celebrate Indian fashion and culture through this special edition Barbie. She aimed to blend modern aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship in the doll’s design.

Diwali Barbie is part of Mattel’s Festival of the World series, which has also featured dolls for Cinco de Mayo and Chinese New Year.

Diwali, celebrated by millions of Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs globally, is a five-day festival that varies each year. It symbolises the victory of good over evil and light over darkness, with each religion marking different historical events and stories.

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Party Leaders Pay Tribute To Late Karl Gouder

Party Leaders Pay Tribute To Late Karl Gouder
Oct 9 2024 Share

Bernard Grech and Robert Abela paid tribute to former MP Karl Gouder in a special parliamentary session, emphasising his kindness, integrity, and commitment to unity.

Grech, leader of the PN, expressed how deeply Gouder’s death affected him, comparing the loss to the deaths of his own parents. He highlighted Gouder’s crucial role in organising the PN’s 2024 MEP election campaign, calling him its “backbone.”

Grech praised Gouder’s dedication to helping others, noting how many people shared messages of support and encouragement from him after his passing.

He described Gouder as someone who brought people together without compromising his values, embodying the Jesuit principle of being “a man for others.”

Prime Minister Robert Abela, who knew Gouder since their school days at St Aloysius College, recalled his joyful spirit and respectful nature in parliamentary debates.

Abela noted how Gouder maintained the same kindness throughout his life, never resorting to personal attacks and remaining a model of honesty. Both leaders urged MPs to follow Gouder’s example of compassion and service to others.

The tribute session honoured Gouder’s legacy, with his family present, and parliament distributed his first parliamentary speech, showcasing his dedication to truth and learning.

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