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Instagram & Facebook to sell verification at $11.99 per month

Instagram & Facebook to sell verification at $11.99 per month
Feb 20 2023 Share

Users of social media platforms Instagram and Facebook will now be able to pay for the blue Verification tick for around $11.99 a month ($14.99 for iPhone users). 

Parent company Meta has just revealed the update, with Mark Zuckerberg saying that the move will be used to improve security and authenticity on social media apps. 

This of course comes after Twitter, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk implemented the premium Twitter Blue Subscription in November of 2022. 

Meta’s paid subscription service is not yet available for businesses, but individuals, right now in Australia and New Zealand, will be able to pay for their verification. 

The subscription would give paying users a blue badge as well as increased visibility, protection from impersonators and easier access to customer services. 

This change would not affect previously verified accounts, Meta told BBC, but said that there will be an increased visibility to some smaller users who become verified through this new instalment. 

Despite this, it will remain to be seen what the effects of this will be as Twitter’s pay-for-verification feature was halted last November. This was due to people impersonating big brands and celebrities by paying for the badge. 

Meta revealed that IG and FB users will have to match a government supplied ID document to be granted the tick, with users having to have. Profile picture including their face. 

Zuckerberg has not yet specified when the feature will be issued to other countries, with the timeframe being ‘soon.’ 

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Another day of Nadur spontaneous Carnival celebrations!

Nadur Spontaneous Carnival
Feb 20 2023 Share

Here are some shots from night three last of the Nadur Spontaneous Carnival celebrations.

Creative costumes, an unforgettable musical lineup and all-around festivity, the Nadur Carnival proved to be a massive success over the weekend – but it’s not all over just yet!

The jubilation saw thousands of Gozitans, Maltese and even foreigners heading down to Gozo’s Nadur to spend time with friends, make memories and let loose after up to two years of the carnival’s absence.

 

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Floats paraded through the streets of Gozo, each with its own theme, as attendees showed off their ingenuity in creating their own costumes.

The weekend celebrations were a collaboration between the Nadur Local Council, The Ministry of Gozo, G7 Events and MaltaDaily.

We hope everyone enjoyed and stayed safe, and hope to see you all next year!

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Photo Source: Max Russ

Roberta Metsola features on popular Spanish magazine ELLE

Feb 19 2023 Share

European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola, took to social media to share her thoughts on the latest edition of Elle Spain, in which she features on the front page.

In the post, the Maltese MEP discusses her belief in the responsibility we have to make it easier for young women and what can be done to create a fairer and more equal society.

Metsola reflects on her own experience growing up as a proud Maltese, and how being a part of the European Union has allowed Malta and Gozo to expand beyond their geography. She notes that the EU has given young people the ability to dream and realize their potential, and has contributed to the success of Malta and other member states.

Despite acknowledging the failings and frustrations of the EU, Metsola still believes that it is the most successful political project in modern history. She believes that Europe can be even better than it is now and hopes to see continued progress in the future.

Metsola’s words are a powerful reminder of the responsibility we have to create a fair and equal society for all. It is important to recognize the progress that has been made, while also acknowledging that there is still much work to be done.

In particular, her emphasis on the potential of young people is an important message. The youth are the future of our society and it is vital that we provide them with the tools and resources they need to succeed. By creating a more equal and inclusive society, we can ensure that all young people have the opportunity to realize their potential.

Moreover, Metsola’s affirmation of the EU as a political project is important. While it is easy to focus on the shortcomings of political institutions, it is crucial to remember the positive impact that they have had. The EU has contributed to peace and prosperity in Europe, and it is important to continue working towards a better future for all.

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The Busker confirms that the winning song will not change

Feb 19 2023 Share

The Busker, confirmed that they will perform their winning song, “Dance (Our Own Party),” at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool in May.

The song garnered 121 points overall and won the 2023 Malta Eurovision Song Contest, beating out other songs such as “In the Silence” by Ryan Hili and “Up” by Matt Blxck.

Despite uncertainty about which song they would perform at Eurovision, The Busker confirmed with @timesofmalta that they will not change their winning song. 

Drummer Jean-Paul Borg stated that “the song will remain the same, with some production enhancement to the track.”

This means that, this time, Malta will be represented with the actual Malta Eurovision winning song. This has been considered as good news by local Eurovision fans who have always voice their opinion in such scenarios.

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