Għajnsielem’s New Park Will Catch Rain to Save 84,000,000 Litres Of Water

Jun 19 2025

New sustainable open space is taking shape in Għajnsielem with the launch of a Rainwater Harvesting Park designed to collect an estimated 84,000 cubic metres of stormwater, reducing the risk of flooding and supporting long-term water conservation.

Minister for the Environment and Gozo, Miriam Dalli and Minister for Gozo and Planning of Malta, Clint Camilleri together with representatives from Project Green and the Għajnsielem Local Council, visited the site of the upcoming park. Located at the Amabile Cauchi playing field in Pjazza tad-Dehra, the site spans approximately 1,140 square metres and is set to become a green, recreational hub for the local community.

The initiative, backed by an investment of around €1 million, will transform the area with features including new play equipment for children of all ages, an amphitheatre, an educational hub focused on local valleys and rainwater storage processes, an outdoor gym, and other public amenities.

“This project reflects our commitment to deliver accessible and sustainable open spaces for all,” said Minister Miriam Dalli. “It will benefit around 3,000 residents within a ten-minute walking distance, offering a space that welcomes not only locals but also visitors from across Gozo and beyond.”

Minister Clint Camilleri added, “This is a model of green infrastructure in action. Instead of allowing rainwater to flow away through Wied tal-Imġarr, we are investing in infrastructure that captures and stores it for future irrigation. It’s part of a broader national commitment to community-centred, walkable green projects.”

The park is one of 16 projects being implemented through the Community Greening Grant, with a total budget of €10 million supporting environmental regeneration initiatives across Malta and Gozo.

Għajnsielem Mayor Kevin Cauchi praised the project as transformative, “This isn’t a cosmetic revamp it’s a fundamental upgrade. Built over a valley, the site will now serve as a rainwater collection point through a specially designed system. This not only conserves water but also creates a vibrant, family-friendly space for all to enjoy.”

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Bright Yet Cloudy Morning In Malta

Jun 19 2025

In their post @it-temp Madwarna stated, “Today’s weather will start off mostly sunny, becoming rather cloudy later in some areas, with a chance of isolated showers in the afternoon, particularly over central and southern parts of Malta.”

Winds will remain light (Force 2–3), blowing mostly from the west-northwest, with slight sea conditions.

Today’s high will be 29°C, feeling more like 31°C, with a low of around 20–21°C tonight. The sea temperature is a warm 26°C.

The UV index is very high at 9, so sun protection is strongly advised.

Looking ahead, the week will be partly cloudy with the occasional chance of isolated showers.

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EU Parliament Approves Stronger Rules To Tackle Online Child Abuse

Jun 19 2025

European Parliament has voted to strengthen legislation aimed at protecting children from sexual abuse, exploitation, and the spread of abuse material especially in the growing online world influenced by artificial intelligence.

Labour MEP Alex Agius Saliba, one of the lead negotiators (rapporteurs) on the new rules targeting online child sexual abuse (CSAM), spoke during the parliamentary debate held in Strasbourg.

“This is an emergency,” said Agius Saliba. “There are no more serious crimes to imagine, as a father, than those committed against children. And while the facts horrify me, we must accept that child sexual abuse is on the rise.”

The updated Directive is a response to alarming data from the US-based National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which reported 29.2 million global cases involving 63 million images and videos — a dramatic increase since the pandemic.

The new rules aim to modernise EU law by accounting for the dangers posed by online platforms and AI technologies. The Directive will, Recognise the use of AI in grooming and producing abuse content, Extend limitation periods so victims can come forward years after the offence, Strengthen the responsibility of tech platforms to protect minors and Improve coordination between EU law enforcement agencies.

MEP Agius Saliba shared a troubling local example: “A Maltese family recently contacted me after their daughter became the target of AI-generated explicit content. Big Tech must take responsibility for the safety of their platforms.”

The updated rules highlight the urgent need for shared intelligence, thorough investigations, and stronger enforcement across borders to stop these crimes before more children are harmed.

More on the data from NCMEC: https://www.missingkids.org/gethelpnow/cybertipline/cybertiplinedata

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Group Of Tourists Moves Other Car To Make Way For Parking

Jun 19 2025

As party season kicks off, finding a parking spot can feel impossible unless you are these guys.

In the video shared on TikTok, by @jusjermaineclips, which now has over 277k views. A group of tourists in Malta couldn’t find parking before the function so they made their own by grouping together and lifting the other car to the side to make space for their own car.

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The video shows the group gathering around a small car that was in the way. Working together, they physically lifted the car and shifted it to the side, creating just enough space to park their own vehicle.

What do you think of this?

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