EP President Roberta Metsola’s Engagements Continue with MCAST Visit

Nov 4 2023

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola’s official visit to Malta remains in full swing as she continues her series of meetings and engagements across the island.

Following her recent visit to Junior College, Metsola has now taken the opportunity to meet with students and staff at the Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST).

During her visit to MCAST, President Metsola discussed various aspects of education, employment, and innovation with the students and faculty. She emphasised the importance of quality education and the role it plays in shaping the future of the Maltese youth and the nation’s contribution to the European Union.

However, amidst the warm reception and insightful discussions, a small group of students gathered outside the venue, holding placards with the words ‘Enabler of Genocide.’ These students accused Roberta Metsola of having “blood on her hands” due to her alleged association with Israeli war criminals and her support for an occupying state that they claimed had indiscriminately brutalised Palestinians.

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The Busker Are Back With New Single ‘Bulletproof’

Nov 4 2023

Malta Eurovision Song Contest winners “The Busker” are once again making waves in the industry with their latest release, a single titled ‘Bulletproof.’

This song promises to be a game-changer, showcasing The Busker’s immense musical prowess and songwriting skills.

The Busker rose in popularity earlier this year when they won the Malta Eurovision Song Contest with the popular ‘Dance (Our Own Party), and later by perfoming on the big stage of Isle of MTV alongside One Republic, Tom Grennan, and Mimi Webb, amongst others.

Their music is a tapestry of emotions and storytelling, and it has resonated with audiences across the globe. ‘Bulletproof’ is the latest addition to their impressive repertoire, and it’s bound to leave listeners spellbound.

In the new single ‘Bulletproof’ the lyrics are profound and relatable, touching on the human experience in a way that only a true storyteller can.

One of the standout features of ‘Bulletproof’ is its infectious melody. The song has a memorable and catchy chorus that’s sure to be stuck in your head after just one listen.

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Olive Oil Price Skyrockets in EU: 75% Increase Since 2021

Nov 3 2023

In 2023, food prices in the European Union continued to rise, following significant increases in 2022.

Data from the second and third quarters of the year indicated a slower rise in the prices of certain items. In September 2023, compared to January 2021 and 2022, the prices of eggs, butter, and potatoes in the EU were higher but had slightly moderated from previous months.

However, the cost of olive oil consistently increased, reaching a 75% rise from January 2021 to September 2023. Potato prices had surged by 53% in September 2023, with a peak in June 2023 at 60% higher.

Egg prices, 37% higher than January 2021, stabilised in the first half of 2023 and slightly decreased in August and September.

Butter prices reached a peak in December 2022, rising by 44% compared to January 2021, and then gradually decreased, remaining 27% more expensive in September 2023.

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Man Drops Cocaine Sachet Whilst Signing Bail Book… Then Released On Bail

Nov 3 2023

A 38-year-old man, who was charged with attempting to bribe a witness into giving false testimony, has been released on bail for the eighth time.

Terence Cini, from Qormi, was also charged with cocaine possession and violating seven sets of bail conditions. The prosecution opposed bail due to Cini’s criminal record, but his defense lawyers, Franco Debono, Rene Darmanin Alfred Abela, argued that he was innocent and challenged the credibility of the laboratory used for drug testing.

Despite the objections, the court granted Cini bail once again, requiring him to sign a bail book three times a week, observe a curfew, and provide a deposit and personal guarantee for his release.

Whilst at the Qormi Police Station on October 8th, Cini reportedly dropped what was found to be 4.95g of cocaine. CCTV footage held by the police found that a sachet fell out of the man’s pocket.

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