First Flying Car Approved For Road Testing In US

Jul 3 2023

The world’s first flying car has officially been cleared for road testing in the US.

Alex Aeronautics revealed that it is the first company to receive a Special Airworthiness Certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to see whether it would be viable on roads – and in the air.

The vehicle will still need to meet the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration safety standards before becoming mainstream, but the company’s CEO, Jim Dukhovny, is hopeful this is the first step.

The car is also being placed for pre-order and will reportedly sell for about $300,000.

Carrying up to two passengers, the flying car is 100% electric and possessing vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. It won’t go faster than about 25 miles per hour and it has a flight range of 110 miles.

This comes after around 4 years of testing and, if successful, will bring something we normally see in science fiction straight to our roads.

This would undoubtedly revolutionise travel as we know it, but we cannot help but wonder how such a vehicle would fare on Maltese roads were it come to fruition. With increasing road accidents and fatalities, would this new transport mode fly (literally) in Malta?

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Ukrainian City Unveils Mural Of Roberta Metsola

Jul 3 2023

The people of Irpin thanked the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola for her and the European Parliament’s support to Ukraine with a mural of her on the streets of their hometown.

Thanking the people of Ukraine, President Metsola said: “It is emotional to see this mural painted on the streets of this great Ukrainian city. The defiance and courage of the men and women of Irpin have inspired the world. They showed that terror and bombs can never destroy pride and dignity.”

President Metsola said that the European Parliament is proud to stand with the people of Irpin and the people of Ukraine. “Europe is on your side. Our support will not falter. Our friendship will only get stronger,” she said.

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The mural was painted on Ukraine’s Constitution Day, as President Metsola sent a message of hope and courage to the people of Irpin. The mural reads:

“Ukraine! Europe is with you. In the days of suffering, in your difficult days. Ukraine is the country of heroes. And the whole world saw it in Irpin!”

The mural, made by artist Kateryna Medvid, was painted on Schevchenko Street in Irpin.

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Double Big Mac®, Chicken Big Mac & Big Mac Sauce Now Available at McDonald’s

Jul 3 2023

As if we didn’t have enough reason to love McDonald’s, the Golden Arches have brought the entire Big Mac® Family to Malta and we are DROOLING.

The Big Mac, the world’s most iconic burger will enjoy the company of its mouth-watering counterparts for a limited time only!

McDonald’s new editions will be exclusively available through Mobile, Order & Pay, until 6th July 2023, so if you’re a Big Mac fanatic – now’s your chance.

Should they keep these on the menu?

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New Comino Plans Vow To Reduce Built Footprint

Jul 3 2023

HV Hospitality, the owner of the hotel and bungalow sites on Comino, has submitted revised plans for its redevelopment project to the Planning Authority. The new plans include a decrease in the footprint of the proposed bungalow site.

In a new press statement, HV Hospitality stated that it ‘plans to transform the Comino hotel at San Niklaw Bay and bungalows at Santa Marija Bay into a sustainable five-star wellness retreat, to be managed by the globally-acclaimed Six Senses brand.’

‘In response to the public’s feedback, the updated plans now propose a reduction of the footprint at the bungalow site too, bringing the total reduced footprint to 8,244 sqm —equivalent to the area of around 32 tennis courts.’

This comes after the original plans submitted proposed a ‘7,154 sqm reduction of the hotel site at San Niklaw Bay, counterbalanced by an additional 2,032 sqm of the bungalow site at Santa Marija Bay. This led to an overall reduction of 5,122 sqm.’

‘The buildings at the bungalow site will be receded from the foreshore, increasing public accessibility, and will be lower in height. HV Hospitality will not seek compensation for these adjustments with additional land on the site’, the statement reveals.

A spokesperson for HV Hospitality said: “Following our public exhibition, we carefully considered the concerns raised by stakeholders. Our mission has always been to find a balanced solution for this unique site—one that is mindful of environmental sustainability and respects the natural beauty of the area. The amendments we have submitted this week successfully strike the balance between the public’s concerns, the site requirements, and the touristic needs set out by the concession and local plans.”

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