Elderly Man Dies After Falling From Balcony In Ħal Safi

Feb 17 2024

At approximately 4 p.m. today, the Police received a distress call requesting assistance on Triq iż-Żurrieq, Ħal Safi.

Upon arrival at the scene, preliminary investigations revealed that a 79-year-old man had suffered a fall from a balcony at his residence, resulting in serious injuries.

Emergency medical personnel promptly attended to the victim, and he was swiftly transported to Mater Dei Hospital via ambulance.

Tragically, despite efforts to save him, the elderly man was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

The case was brought to the attention of Police Magistrate Dr. Caroline Farrugia Frendo, who has initiated an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police investigations into the matter are currently ongoing, with further details expected to emerge as the inquiry progresses.

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19 families will benefit from social housing project inaugurated in Kirkop

Feb 17 2024

In Kirkop, Minister Roderick Galdes inaugurated another social housing project with an investment exceeding €2.6 million, whereby 19 families will benefit from this project.

Minister Galdes mentioned that this social housing project, named after the late Joe ‘Peppinu’ Cassar, joins other buildings that have opened their doors to families in need over the past years.

“Over the past two years, we have opened over 160 social housing apartments across six different localities. These buildings have provided hundreds of people with the opportunity to begin their future under a decent roof, despite challenging circumstances,” stated Minister Galdes.

Minister Galdes emphasised Government’s commitment to continue implementing further social housing projects, which align with the numerous schemes launched and strengthened by the Housing Authority in recent years.

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Art Explora Festival And Its Boat Museum Will Dock In Valletta This March

Feb 17 2024

Spazju Kreattiv collaborates with Art Explora to launch a unique festival aboard a museum-boat in Malta, offering ten days of free artistic and cultural programming both on board and on the quayside.

Scheduled from March 21st to 31st, 2024, at Xatt Pinto, Valletta Waterfront, the event inaugurates a remarkable maritime journey across the Mediterranean, with Malta as its first destination among a series of 20 stops. The Art Explora Festival, organized by the Art Explora Foundation, aims to democratize access to the arts globally.

The festival, hosted on the museum-boat and dedicated pavilions on the quayside, offers a diverse program curated by world-renowned architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte. It includes exhibitions, virtual reality experiences, performances, discussions, film screenings, and music concerts. Over Spring 2024 to Autumn 2026, the museum-boat will travel to 15 Mediterranean countries, connecting artists and cultural organizations to envision a new Mediterranean vision.

Designed by architects Axel de Beaufort and Guillaume Verdier, the museum-boat measures 46.5 meters long and 55 meters high, welcoming up to 2,000 visitors daily. It hosts immersive exhibitions, including a collaboration with the Louvre highlighting female figures in Mediterranean civilizations.

Accompanying the museum-boat is a festival village on the quayside, featuring a program developed by Spazju Kreattiv, focusing on local and international art scenes. The festival aims to engage diverse audiences, fostering dialogue and experimentation while addressing urgent socio-political concerns.

The inaugural weekend introduces “Ocean Weekends,” featuring discussions and film screenings on ocean climate emergencies. The festival also offers cross-residencies for artists and researchers from countries visited by the Art Explora Festival.

Overall, the Art Explora Festival invites everyone to join a transformative journey, uniting communities through the universal language of art and exploring cultural connections between Malta and upcoming ports of call.

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Local media personality Keith Demicoli celebrates 42nd birthday

Feb 17 2024

A cheerful shout-out echoes across the Maltese islands as we celebrate the 42nd birthday of the one and only Keith Demicoli – the charismatic broadcaster and former newscaster who holds a special place in the hearts of many.

Known for his warm smile and engaging presence, Demicoli bid farewell to his role as a newscaster at Malta’s national broadcaster in February 2021, setting off on a new adventure in the world of communication. However, fans can still catch glimpses of his charm on Maltese telly, where he continues to contribute to various local productions.

Today marks not only his 42nd trip around the sun but also the 18th birthday celebration with his loving wife, Alexia. In a touching post, Alexia expressed her joy, emphasising that each birthday spent together surpasses the previous one in delight. What a sweet sentiment!

As we join in the festivities, let’s raise a virtual toast to Keith Demicoli, wishing him a year ahead filled with laughter and success. Happy Birthday, Keith! 🎉🎂

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