“Enough Y Plate Drivers And Food Couriers” in Malta Says Robert Abela

Jul 26 2024

During an interview with Newsbook’s Chief Dditor Matthew Xuereb, Prime Minister Robert Abela answered questions about a variety of topics, including platform workers.

While saying that this government was responsible for the legislation, he stated that hundreds of permits have been refused. “Our country has enough Y plate drivers and food couriers. We do not need more of these workers. The necessary workers will be used; a strategic decision has been made,” Robert Abela said, emphasising that every worker on the Maltese islands must be respected and treated with dignity.

When asked about the Vitals/Steward Hospital deal, Robert Abela said, “You have an opposition that continues to push a narrative that the government did nothing to defend the national interest,” while also explaining the government’s demands in relation to Steward and listing the investments made in the health sector.

In this interview, Robert Abela also announced that former OPM Chief of Staff, Glenn Micallef would be the Maltese Government’s nominee for European Commissioner, as well as the implementation of the Anti-SLAPP directive in the coming days. He spoke of elections within the Labour Party to appoint two new Deputy Leaders, as well as new reforms by this Labour Government.

The Prime Minister also detailed investment in electricity distribution and the energy sector, including investment in the second interconnector, offshore renewable energy generation, and the agreement with Libya.

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Lisa Kudrow Admits That She Can Only Watch ‘Friends’ Now That Matthew Perry is Dead

Jul 26 2024

Lisa Kudrow has found a new perspective on watching “Friends” following the sudden death of her co-star Matthew Perry at age 54. Speaking candidly, Kudrow shared that she had previously struggled to watch the iconic sitcom. “I used to not be able to watch it at all,” she admitted. Seeing herself on screen was difficult, often leading her to turn it off after a brief glimpse.

However, Perry’s passing has shifted her experience of the show. Kudrow revealed that she can now watch “Friends” because it feels more about honoring Perry than focusing on her own performance. “After Matthew died, I could start watching the show again, because it wasn’t about me. It had to do with him for some reason,” she explained. This change has allowed her to engage with the series differently, finding comfort and connection in the memories of her late friend and co-star.

Since Perry’s death, Kudrow has spent significant time watching “Friends” during marathon sessions, something she had not done before. This shift illustrates how Perry’s legacy continues to impact those who knew him best, offering Kudrow a way to cherish the time they shared on set and the joy he brought into their lives.

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Less Than 5 Months Away From Christmas

Jul 26 2024

We all know that one person who’s always in the Christmas spirit – decorating super early and popping Christmas carols on repeat whenever they get the chance.

And to enable them a bit further, we’d like to remind you that we are officially less than 5 months away from Christmas.

July 25th was marked yesterday, meaning that in less than 5 months, we’d be around the Christmas Tree for another round of holidays.

And to be honest we’d get a break from all this heat… hopefully!

Tag someone who is already excited for Christmas.

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A Look Inside The 2024 Paris Olympics Village

Jul 26 2024

Millions of Olympics fans have been given an opportunity to finally see what’s actually behind the curtains and catch a glimpse of what goes down at the mysterious Olympic Village.

For the majority of the athletes taking part in the games, their actual time competing is only a fraction of their whole Olympics experience, with them spending a lot of time back at the village meeting and spending time with other athletes from around the world.

Several athletes such as former footballer Micah Richards have compared the village to the first week of college or like a gated community.

Irish bantamweight boxer Jennifer Lehane has finally answered everyone’s curiosity, giving fans a glimpse of the village on her TikTok.

In the video, fans can see a traditional French bakery serving up traditional baguettes and other French pastries, and the village’s very own Costa coffee where everything is free.

The village also includes a games room filled with any game imaginable which allows the athletes to further bask in their competitive nature.

There is also a hair salon and barbers to make sure the athletes are looking their best for their event and also a non-alcoholic DJ and tiki bar.

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