Haas announce termination of Nikita Mazepin’s contract

Mar 5 2022

American Formula One team Haas have announced the termination of Russian driver Nikita Mazepin’s contract. They have also announced that their title sponsorship with Russian company Uralkali has ended following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Uralkali is a massive Russian company, which Nikita Mazepin’s father Dmitry Mazepin owns a majority share in.

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In a statement posted on their Instagram and Twitter, Haas had this to say ‘Haas F1 Team has elected to terminate, with immediate effect, the title partnership of Uralkali, and the driver contract of Nikita Mazepin,’ and ‘As with the rest of the Formula One community, the team is shocked and saddened by the invasion of Ukraine and wishes for a swift and peaceful end to the conflict.’

Nikita Mazepin also had his say, telling his fans;

‘I am very disappointed to hear that my F1 contract has been terminated.’

‘While I understand the difficulties, the ruling from the FIA plus my ongoing willingness to accept the conditions proposed in order to continue were completely ignored, and no process was followed in this unilateral step.’

‘To those who have tried to understand, my eternal thanks.’

The frontrunner for the coveted seat is said to be Haas reserve driver Pietro Fittipaldi. Pietro is the grandson of former Formula One World Champion, Emerson Fittipaldi. Other drivers rumored for the seat are German driver Nico Hülkenberg, Formula 2 champion Oscar Piastri and former Alfa Romeo driver Antonio Giovinazzi.

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Outer Banks cast on set for filming of third season

Mar 5 2022

After much anticipation and a super-long wait, Netflix has announced the return of Outer Banks, with the cast and crew finally hitting the set to start production.

Time to get in a pogue state of mind…

Outer Banks Season 3 is officially in production. pic.twitter.com/HuQ1JDiUHP

— Netflix (@netflix) February 28, 2022

The teen mystery-drama follows the story of a group of teenagers from Outer Banks North Carolina as they traverse their way through social injustice and hunt for unbelievable amounts of treasure, making friendships along the way. After premiering on Netflix in 2020 and dropping season 2 in October of the following year, Season 3 is finally coming and we’re here for it.

The cast features Chase Stokes as John B, Madelyn Cline as Sarah Cameron, Madison Bailey as Kie, Jonathan Davis as Pope Heyward and Rudy Panko as JJ, all of which are seen in Netflix’s recent Outer Banks post, which also features Drew Starkey’s Rafe Cameron in a buzz cut.

Whilst Netflix has yet to announce the release date, with production starting now we can expect a release as soon as Summer 2022.

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WATCH: Labour & PN in agreement on Malta-Gozo tunnel; call it ‘best solution’ for connectivity

Mar 5 2022

Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri and PN candidate Chris Said are in agreement on the Malta-Gozo tunnel, stating that it is the ideal solution for the islands’ connectivity.

During TV programme Xtra, the Minister highlighted the fact that the Maltese voted for the tunnel and the party remains committed to it while Said stated that a fixed link is the ideal solution but Gozitans should have the final say after research is conducted. The PN MP went on to say that it is time that Gozo is recognised as a regional island in the constitution, where the PN would enact a Gozitan regional council elected by Gozitans.

Minister Camilleri on the other hand, outline how a Labour government will invest in air strip facilities and adding a fourth ship.

What do you make of this?

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Local company invests €9 million in Imrieħel complex; to include research & development labs

Mar 5 2022

Local company C. Cini Manufacturing Ltd, known locally for its Lamb Brand brand products, has invested €9 million towards relocating to a new Imrieħel complex, which will make include new and more efficient equipment.

The investment was made to strengthen the company’s exportation side, satisfy the demand in the local food market and conduct research and development to maintain competitiveness within the market. This was announced by Minister for Energy, Enterprise and Sustainable Development Miriam Dalli, together with Malta Enterprise chief Kurt Farrugia and one of C. Cini Manufacturing Ltd.’s directors Melanie Galea Cini.

The company started operations in 1931 and has always recognised the importance of investing and expanding its operations, with the expansion also seeking to satisfy the demand for gluten free products, amongst others.They will reportedly also shift to recyclable plastic packaging in an attempt to acquire ISO, BRC and IFS certifications.

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