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Increase Of Over 10,000 Foreign Workers In 8 Months

Increase Of Over 10,000 Foreign Workers In 8 Months
Jan 25 2024 Share

As of August 2023, Malta employed a total of 107,406 foreign workers, marking a significant increase of 10,436 international employees in just eight months, according to information presented in Parliament. 

The revelation came in response to a parliamentary question posed by Bernice Bonello of the PN to Finance and Employment Minister Clyde Caruana, seeking data on foreign workers over the past 13 years and their respective industries.

Comparing figures, in December 2022, Malta had 96,970 foreign workers, showing a substantial growth of over 25% from the previous year when 76,395 foreigners were employed. 

Administrative and Support Service Activities led in August 2023 with 16,792 foreign workers, an increase from 15,977 eight months earlier. 

The Accommodation and Food Service Activities Industry followed closely with 15,200 workers, up by approximately 2,000 from the previous eight months. Other notable sectors employing foreign workers included Construction (10,581), Repairs of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles (10,366), Scientific and Technical Activities, Arts and Entertainment, and Manufacturing.

The data reflects a substantial rise in foreign workers in Malta over the years, with the total number increasing by 95,068 from 2011 to 2023, when the count was 12,338.

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US Scientist Suggests Putting Salt In Tea

US Scientist Suggests Putting Salt In Tea
Jan 25 2024 Share

Since we’re ruining pizza, why not ruin tea too?

The British, renowned for their tea-making expertise with an estimated 100 million cups consumed daily, face an unconventional suggestion from US-based scientist Prof Michelle Francl. 

She claims to have uncovered the secret to a perfect cuppa, which initially baffles many Brits – adding salt. Francl’s research, causing a stir in the UK, prompted a diplomatic intervention from the US Embassy, clarifying that salt in tea is not official US policy. 

Francl, a chemistry professor, explains her findings from eighth-century Chinese manuscripts, revealing salt’s role as a bitterness blocker in tea. Though her research drew skepticism, she encourages an open-minded approach, documented in her book “Steeped: The Chemistry of Tea.” 

Francl recommends using loose leaves, stirring constantly, and adding lemon juice to eliminate surface “scum.” She advises against microwaving tea, prevalent in the US, highlighting Americans’ poor tea-making habits.

As British-American tea relations unfold, the US embassy insists on microwaving, while the UK Cabinet Office insists on kettle usage, exemplifying the cultural divergence in tea preparation methods. Francl appreciates the UK’s tea culture and emphasises the importance of experimentation for the perfect cup.

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Over Half A Million LESA Fines Issued In 2 Years

Over Half A Million LESA Fines Issued In 2 Years
Jan 25 2024 Share

Responding to a parliamentary question by PN MP Robert Cutajar, Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri revealed that between 2022 and 2023, up to half a million LESA tickets and fines were issued. 

560,009 fines were issued in the two years, with 297,272 issued in 2022 and 262,737 issued in 2023. 

Minister Byron Camilleri highlighted that during this period there were also fines related to COVID-19 measure breaches which were added onto the other reasons for fines, such as road related issues. 

 

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Naxxar was the locality with the most fines, with a total of 47,652 in 2 years. In 2022, Naxxar saw 23,995 fines issued and 2023 saw 23,657. 

This was followed by St Julian’s, with 47,251 fines in total. 

What do you make of this?

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More Praise For Brillanti, Now By West End Choreographer

More Praise For Brillanti, Now By West End Choreographer
Jan 25 2024 Share

More praise has been levied at the third season of the by now local favourite talent show Brillanti. 

Taking to social media, Ashley Nottingham, who is the choreographer of the new version of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s ‘Starlight Express’, shared his support for member of Brillanti judging panel Charles Brunton. 

Sharing snippet images of the show, Nottingham highlighted the professionalism behind the judging panel of Brillanti as they meet new auditioning musical performers vying for the top spot in the show. 

 Nottingham is currently choreographing for highly acclaimed English composer and impresario Andrew Lloyd Weber who is remaking the 1984 Starlight Express – the ninth longest running West End Show. 

This comes after West End Wilma, a massive West End blogger, also levied her support for the show, calling Brillanti ‘well worth a watch’. 

Brillanti returns with a new episode today at 20:35 on ONE.com.mt.

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