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€600K To Be Allocated To Special Olympics Malta Over 3 Years

€600K To Be Allocated To Special Olympics Malta Over 3 Years
Apr 23 2024 Share

During a press conference held at the Cottonera Sports Complex, Minister Clifton Grima and Special Olympics Malta President Dr Lydia Abela led the signing of a new agreement between SportMalta and Special Olympics Malta. Under this agreement, SportMalta will allocate €600,000 to Special Olympics Malta over the next three years.

The primary goal of this funding is to enable Special Olympics Malta athletes to continue participating in the Special Olympics International Games and attending training camps abroad. Additionally, Special Olympics Malta plans to invest in necessary equipment and kits using these funds as needed.

Minister Clifton Grima highlighted the collaborative efforts between the Ministry and partner entities, emphasizing the positive impact on various sectors of society, including Special Olympics Malta. He expressed satisfaction with the tangible successes achieved by Special Olympics athletes, both in sports achievements on an international scale and in personal development.

Dr Lydia Abela, President of Special Olympics Malta, praised the agreement for its role in promoting inclusivity in sports. She emphasized that the partnership between Special Olympics Malta and SportMalta will not only provide financial support but also bolster essential resources for training Special Olympics athletes. Dr Abela encouraged athletes, who serve as ambassadors for Malta, to look beyond past achievements and continue striving for greater success.

Dr Lydia Abela expressed gratitude to SportMalta and the Ministry for their support, acknowledging the athletes’ parents and all those working for the benefit of Special Olympics Malta. She described this collaboration as a community embodying admirable sports values.

SportMalta CEO Mark Cutajar highlighted the diverse collaboration between SportMalta and Special Olympics, with SportMalta employees committed to assisting in organizing events and providing various forms of support, including financial backing for coaches working with Special Olympics athletes.

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3 Social Housing Regeneration Projects Inaugurated In 1 Year

3 Social Housing Regeneration Projects Inaugurated In 1 Year
Apr 23 2024 Share

In the past year, the Ministry for Social and Affordable Accommodation launched three regeneration projects in the social housing areas of Marsa, Mosta, and Santa Luċija. These projects, supported by co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) totaling over €2.8 million, have significantly enhanced the living conditions for 445 residents across more than 50 social housing blocks.

Minister for Social and Affordable Accommodation Roderick Galdes announced these developments during the inauguration of the third community project in Santa Luċija. He highlighted the project’s focus on improving accessibility, including the addition of ramps, tree planting, and the installation of solar panels to generate electricity for the area.

Minister Galdes emphasized the government’s dedication to enhancing both quality of life and sustainability for numerous families through these initiatives. He reaffirmed the commitment to providing decent housing while ensuring a high-quality environment around social housing units. These efforts align with the government’s broader goal of inaugurating new social housing buildings and community spaces for the benefit of residents.

Santa Luċija Mayor Charmaine St. John was also in attendance at the inauguration, underscoring the collaborative effort to enhance living standards and community well-being in the region.

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5 Year Old Boy At Risk Of Dying After Naxxar Accident

5 Year Old Boy At Risk Of Dying After Naxxar Accident
Apr 23 2024 Share

Yesterday, at around 1830hrs, police were informed that a traffic accident had taken place in Triq Leli Falzon, Naxxar.

Police convened immediately on site and preliminary investigations found that a 5 year old boy had been hit by a Chevrolet Cruze being driven by a 52 year old man resident of Żebbuġ, Gozo.

The boy was given preliminary medical aid and transported to Mater Dei via an ambulance. He was later certified as having suffered serious injuries.

An inquiry has been opened and investigations are ongoing.

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Billie Eilish To Headline Fortnite Festival

Billie Eilish To Headline Fortnite Festival
Apr 23 2024 Share

Billie Eilish is set to take center stage at the Fortnite Festival following Lady Gaga’s virtual residency, starting April 23. The announcement came via Eilish herself, who shared an image of her in-game character on Monday with the caption “Fortnite Festival Main Stage: 4.23.24.”

This appearance has long been speculated by fans and is now confirmed by Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite.

Previous headliners at Fortnite Festival have seen their songs featured in the game, and Eilish’s performance is expected to be no different.

Her distinctive neon green skin, previewed on social media, is likely to become available in the Fortnite shop.

Fortnite Festival, a rhythm-based gameplay mode, was introduced in 2023 with the collaboration of Harmonix, known for Rock Band.

This addition was part of Epic Games’ strategy to expand the Fortnite universe with independent products like Lego Fortnite.

Billie Eilish joins a prestigious lineup of artists at Fortnite Festival, including The Weeknd and Lady Gaga, showcasing the game’s evolution into a dynamic entertainment platform.

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