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Gosling Disappointed Robbie & Gerwig Not Oscar Nominated

Gosling Disappointed Robbie & Gerwig Not Oscar Nominated
Jan 24 2024 Share

In response to his Oscar nomination for best supporting actor in the film “Barbie,” Ryan Gosling expressed gratitude but also voiced disappointment over the Academy’s snubs of Margot Robbie for best actress and Greta Gerwig for best director. 

Gosling emphasized the collaborative nature of the film, stating, “There is no Ken without Barbie, and there is no ‘Barbie’ movie without Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, the two people most responsible for this history-making, globally-celebrated film.” 

Although Robbie received a nomination as a producer for best picture, and Gerwig was recognized for best adapted screenplay, their absence in the actress and director categories garnered significant attention.

 

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Gosling acknowledged the groundbreaking work of Gerwig and Robbie, noting their contributions in making audiences laugh, breaking hearts, pushing culture, and making history. 

Despite expressing disappointment in their omissions, Gosling congratulated America Ferrera, who received a best supporting actress nomination for her role in “Barbie.” 

The comedy received a total of eight nominations, including costume design, production design, and two original songs. In his third Oscar nomination, Gosling joins a competitive field of actors, including Sterling K. Brown, Robert De Niro, Robert Downey Jr., and Mark Ruffalo.

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Cabinet Meets With Voluntary Organisations

Cabinet Meets With Voluntary Organisations
Jan 24 2024 Share

Prime Minister Robert Abela chaired a Cabinet meeting at Dar tal-Providenza in Siġġiewi, discussing the government’s public consultation document on the reform of the voluntary and non-profit sector. 

During the meeting, Professor Joseph N. Grima, President of the Maltese Paralympic Committee and Siġġiewi Rowing Club, spoke about the drive to do voluntary work coming not from monetary incentives but from one’s own desire to help the community. 

 

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The meeting included input from various voluntary organizations, covering environmental, sports, cultural, and youth sectors. Prime Minister Abela emphasized the government’s commitment to easing volunteer work through both financial support and necessary reforms, aiming to inject more energy into the sector. 

The reform, set to benefit thousands, focuses on reducing bureaucracy and streamlining processes for more immediate assistance to voluntary organizations.

The reform aims to foster trust and collaboration with numerous organizations, acknowledging their crucial role in delivering essential services. In addition to fiscal support, the government is providing operational space for voluntary organizations, with plans to open a new support center in Gozo.

The public consultation on the reform will be open for a month, inviting feedback on proposed changes that seek to enhance such activities in Malta. 

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Russell Crowe Calls Out Malta Property Scam

Russell Crowe Calls Out Malta Property Scam
Jan 23 2024 Share

Taking to Twitter/X, Gladiator actor Russell Crowe shared a video scam which makes it seem as though he is selling houses in Malta. 

The video has a cut out of Crowe talking about the efficacy of an app called Swipelets, which he calls a game-changer and making house-hunting seamless.

The video was posted onto various social media platforms, using an AI generated voice over to make Crowe seem as if he is promoting the app.

Taking to Twitter, the actor called it ‘obviously fake BS.’

‘Don’t fall for it. What else is obvious is that this service/business must be chunky and underhanded to resort to this way of promoting itself. Block, report, ignore.’ 

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Italy Town Cracks Down On Dog Poop With DNA Mandate

Italy Town Cracks Down On Dog Poop With DNA Mandate
Jan 23 2024 Share

Dog owners in Bolzano, Italy, are required to submit their pets for DNA tests to combat the issue of dog faeces in public areas. 

The swab test results are added to a database, aiding police in identifying owners and imposing fines ranging from €292 to €1,048. 

Although the law mandated the testing of approximately 45,000 dogs in the Trentino-Alto Adige region by December 2023, only 5,000 have complied. 

The initiative has sparked controversy, particularly among responsible dog owners who already clean up after their pets and now face a €65 testing fee. 

Concerns have arisen about managing the complex and costly program, especially when dealing with strays or dogs owned by tourists. 

Despite criticism, Arnold Schuler, a provincial councillor, stated that the database is in the implementation phase and will also be used for identifying dogs involved in accidents or attacks. 

DNA tests become mandatory from the end of March, with significant fines for non-compliance. While facing opposition, Schuler noted that other Italian regions have shown interest in the initiative. Animal associations organised petitions against the law, citing unjustness and high management costs.

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