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Environment Minister launches 11 new projects to green up localities

Environment Minister launches 11 new projects to green up localities
Sep 27 2021 Share

Environment Minister Aaron Farrugia stated that the government must embrace the concept of greening in every project, whether they be large buildings or local initiatives. He said that people want to see greener, more environmental and sustainable projects in urban areas as he launched 11 greening project with local councils, with a total investment of €300,000. He urged authorities to insist and oblige applicants to introduce greening into their projects and that they provide both aesthetic value and environmental contribution. 

The minister highlighted the various benefits of greening projects – from improving wellbeing and other impacts on actual landscape. These 11 new projects aim at giving back green open spaces to the community, in which families can spend quality time together. Climate change can also be impacted for the better through such projects, adding trees and vegetation to cool off the area and reducing air pollution. 

The 11 Projects announced consist of greening Pjazza Torfa in Ghajnsielem, the upgrading of Saver Zarb Garden, introducing open spaces in Santa Lucija, the beautification and maintenance of San Pawl and Kappillan Muscat Square in Hamrun. 

Belvedere Garden in Valletta will also receive an aesthetic makeover, followed by the upgrading of several side streets leading to San Lawrenz local square. Birgu’s two belvederes overlooking the harbour will be getting a greener look, along with San Gorg Preca Square and San Gorg Bay in Birzebbuga. A recreational zone will be added to Kuncizzjoni Road in Qala. Finally Munxar’s Square and Sliema’s Bisazza Square will all be getting green makeovers. 

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Mason Nehls’ statement in 12-year case dropped due to being taken illegally

Mason Nehls' statement in 12-year case dropped due to being taken illegally
Sep 27 2021 Share

A joyous turn of events in what so far has been a shocking court case as 29-year-old Mason Nehls’ statement has been dropped in court. Mason has been part of a pending 12-year court case after being arrested in an alleged drug haul in 2009, a case which threw Mason down a dark path of turbulence and uncertainty in his life.

Local personality and host of ‘Il-Podcast ta’ Jon’, Jon Mallia took to Facebook to share the news and express his disdain with the fact that the case is still ongoing after 12 years. Mallia went on to state that if Mason was ever a ‘parasite’, he is now a reformed man and having the case and 12 subsequent years of anxiety is the worst punishment one can get.

While the court proceedings are still ongoing, having the statement inadmissible in court is a step in right direction for Mason’s case. The comment section in Mallia’s post was flooded with hundreds of comments of support towards the 29-year-old as the country eagerly awaits another positive turn in Mason’s story.

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Over €33 million spent in government vouchers as scheme a success

Over €33 million spent in government vouchers as scheme a success
Sep 27 2021 Share

With over €33 million spent in government COVID-19 vouchers, the scheme launched by Economy Minister Silvio Schembri and Prime Minister Robert Abela proved to be an economic success. The average spend of vouchers stands at €1.37 million on weekends and €1.22 between Monday and Thursday. This has also meant a direct economic injection of €2.6 million per week, with 74% of vouchers having been redeemed. Data was provided from MIMCOL, showing also a renewed confidence among retailers, business owners, consumers and establishments. 

The European Union now recognises Malta as one of the leading countries with the best and fastest post COVID-19 recoveries. The successful vaccine rollout also contributed to the outcome, which is an even better outcome for the €100 voucher scheme – a whopping injection of €50 million. Only a month is left until the end of October to redeem all remaining vouchers, as the public is incorporated into directly regenerating the economy. 

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Oleksandr Usyk shocks Anthony Joshua and becomes heavyweight champion

Sep 27 2021 Share

Last Saturday, Oleksandr Usyk shocked Anthony Joshua beating him on points after 12 rounds of boxing. After winning, Oleksandr Usyk is now holding the IBF, WBO,IBO and WBA heavyweight titles. He is now the third boxer to win titiles in the heavyweight and cruiserweight divisions, following boxing legends Evander Hollyfield and David Haye.

 

Anthony Joshua will be disappointed with this defeat as he has now lost his titles and any chances of a blockbuster fight against other heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. Anthony didn’t have a good performance, with even his promoter Eddie Hearn saying that out of 12 rounds AJ only won 4 or at best 5.

Usyk won by unanimous decision with all 3 judges agreeing that the Ukrainian won the fight. Usyk won the rounds reportedly 117–112, 116–112 and 115–113 by the judges. The Ukrainian also kept his undefeated status something the Brit lost to Andy Ruiz back in 2019. After the fight, Usyk said that his trainers and coaches told him not to knockout Anthony Joshua.

Anthony Joshua will have a chance to avenge this defeat but a lot will have to change if he has a chance to win the contractual obligatory rematch.

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