Happy Feast!

Sep 8 2023

Every year, on the 8th of September, the Maltese Islands come alive with vibrant celebrations to commemorate the birth of the Virgin Mary, known locally as the Nativity of Mary.

This significant feast is celebrated with great fervour in the villages of Senglea, Naxxar, Mellieha in Malta, and Xagħra in Gozo.

Locally, this occasion is affectionately referred to as “il-Vitorja” (the Victory) and “il-Bambina” (the Baby).

The Nativity of Mary holds a special place in the hearts of Maltese and Gozitans, combining religious devotion, cultural traditions, and a strong sense of community.

The festivities begin with a high-spirited Mass, where the faithful gather to pay tribute to the birth of the Virgin Mary.

The churches in these villages are adorned with colourful decorations, flowers, and illuminations, creating a joyful and festive atmosphere.

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RyanAir CEO Has Cream Pie Smashed In His Face In Brussels

Sep 7 2023

Ryanair’s CEO, Michael O’Leary, had cream pies smashed into his face during his protest outside the European Commission’s HQ in Brussels.

O’Leary was there to unveil his company’s winter schedule and deliver a petition to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, urging the protection of overflights in Europe.

This refers to EU regulations preventing airlines from flying over countries during local air traffic control strikes. The pie-throwers’ affiliation with a climate action group remains unclear.

Despite the incident, O’Leary took it in stride, humorously remarking that he’d never received such a “warm welcome.” He noted the cream was artificial and invited passengers to Ireland, where the cream was supposedly better.

Ryanair even joined in the jest, quipping about the “warm welcome” on social media.

However, O’Leary’s visit to Belgium was overshadowed by further challenges. Belgian pilots at Charleroi were planning a strike on September 14 and 15, the fourth in two months, to protest against low wages.

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25 Dogs Collected From Streets In 48 Hours

Sep 7 2023

Triathlon athlete Fabio Spiteri took to social media to highlight how 25 dogs have been collected by the various NGOs and persons in just the last 48 hours.

Sharing images of the dogs picked up, most of them are shown to be undernourished, with some making homes in areas full of rubbish.

Spiteri called on the relevant authorities and the government to sort out breeding and enforcement laws – an appeal that has been made by various other entities in recent past.

What do you make of this?

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Maltese Sergeant & K9 Officer Front & Centre On Europol Feature

Sep 7 2023

The Malta Police Force’s Sergeant D. Fenech and her K9 partner Ozzy have featured on a feature video by Europol in celebration of International Day of Police Cooperation.

The day is dedicated to celebrating the dedication and commitment of law enforcement officers worldwide, who tirelessly battle cross-border serious and organised crime.

Sergeant Fenech and Ozzy featured alongside various other representatives from all over the globe, as they work together to make a positive impact on the global community.

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