Gozo one step closer to having an airfield as consultation period closes, minister says

Jul 21 2022

Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri has announced that the Regional Impact Assessment related to the Gozo Regional Airfield has finally reached completion.

Camilleri reported that the Gozo Regional Development Authority (GRDA) received no less than 70 proposals, suggestions and recommendations which were carefully analysed and presented in the final document.

The Minister reported that following such recommendations, the next step is for the Ministry for Gozo to submit its applications to the Planning Authority so that the current Gozo Heliport can be changed into the Gozo Region Airfield, “and thus, continue strengthening Gozo’s connectivity.”

The GRDA also stated that such a project carries more benefits than it does drawbacks in relation to Gozo’s rural standing.

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Maltese taxi driver allegedly attacked by drunk tourist with brass knuckles

Jul 21 2022

A Maltese taxi driver has sustained grievous injuries after he was allegedly attacked by what he described as a inebriated tourist during a recent lift.

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On Wednesday morning, Jd Ed took to Facebook to report that he drove a British passenger from Valletta to Mellieha at around 4am, where the passenger began to smoke and rest his feet on the dashboard. The driver said that he did not speak to the passenger because he was incredibly drunk.

At one point, the passenger removed his seatbelt and started beating the driver with brass knuckles for 7 straight minutes, with the driver only able to honk his horn because he had his safety belt on. The driver was left bloodied and bruised as a result.

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Police union calls out inadequate Valletta police station conditions

Jul 20 2022

The Malta Police Union has once again called out another case of a police station not being up to standards in terms of working conditions, this time pointing to the Valletta police station.

Valletta, which is sometimes dubbed as an ‘open-air museum’, was chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2018.

‘The city is noted for its fortifications, consisting of bastions, curtains and cavaliers, along with the beauty of its Baroque palaces, gardens and churches. Amongst its beauties, a Tourist may also come across the Valletta Police Station’ the union said.

The statement by the union said that it seems as though the last sort of maintenance was done back in 2018. According to PQ 6945 (XIII), the statement highlighted, around €1900 had been spent.

‘This is not an adequate working space for our Police Officers and for sure not a serene environment for victims of crime. Two years down the line and the so called Malta Police Transformation Strategy is not catering for these issues, which are of utmost importance to our demotivated district officers.’

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Maltese fashion brand Lumija Swim makes it big in Miami Swim Week

Jul 20 2022

Local brand Lumija Swim, created by Nicolette Busuttil, managed to make it big in Miami Swim Week as the stunning pieces were modelled at the prestigious ceremony.

The brand has already been donned by some influencers and celebrities, including Love Island stars such as Shaughna Philips. And the brand continued to make waves as their focus on inclusivity is earning it a spot in more renowned spaces.

The brand offers swim wear for all body sizes and shapes, aiming to have women feel comfortable in their own skin. During Miami Swim Week, Lumija Swim were particularly praised for the fact that their pieces go up to G cup and not just up to XL, like many other brands do.

Two famous models also donned the brand – with Greek model and Miss Universe 2018 representative Ioanna Bella as well as TikTok famous Virginia Sanhouse modelling the pieces.

The feature at Miami Swim Week also puts Lumija in the same building as some of the world’s most talented and influential designers. And given it’s budding success, the feature at the showcase could open massive new opportunities for Busuttil.

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