Ivan J. Bartolo Reveals Decision To Not Contest Next General Election

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Nationalist MP Ivan J. Bartolo has revealed that he will not be contesting in the next general election, which will supposedly take place in 2027.

In a statement, he explained that this decision, made with responsibility and loyalty towards the electorate, is solely driven by evolving family commitments that now require him to travel abroad more frequently to spend time with his children and grandchildren.

The Nationalist MP described his 9-year spell in politics as a period of both triumphs and challenges, one that has been a privilege, an honour, and a true opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Bartolo has not only spent his 9-years in politics as an MP but has also had roles as a Shadow Minister as well as being the first ever President of Social Dialogue of Partit Nazzjonalista, appointed by Bernard Grech.

Bartolo reaffirmed his commitment to actively contributing throughout the current parliamentary legislature.

He also pledged to support the eventual implementation of a bold and ambitious economic reform agenda aimed at driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainability, should the electorate entrust the Nationalist Party with governing the country in the next general election.

He believes that the Nationalist Party’s economic, social, and political vision will secure a better quality of life for all, restoring the country’s reputation and attracting high-quality investment.

He expressed his deep gratitude to those who have supported him throughout his political journey and looks forward to new opportunities beyond frontline politics.

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Adorable Moment Golden Retriever Follows Duda Rose On TV

Adorable Moment Golden Retriever Follows Duda Rose On TV
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Taking to TikTok, account BenjiBoy, based around a golden retriever’s growth into a therapy dog, shared a video of the adorable golden boy spotting and following Big Brother Malta’s Duda Rose on TV.

Duda Rose, Sean’s beloved pet dog which took local social media by storm, was introduced to the house and even occupied the title of Head of House for a while.

And Benji, well… Benji seems interested!

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With a video using Shrek 2’s ‘Accidentally In Love’ as a theme song, the golden retriever can be seen following Duda Rose as they pit-patted across the house on television during an episode of Big Brother.

And from the tail wagging and laser focus, it seems as though Benji was obsessed!

‘The one when Benji fell in love with Duda Rose’, the caption reads.

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Chanelle Evicted From Big Brother Malta House

Chanelle Evicted From Big Brother Malta House
Mar 10 2025 Share

In her first message after her eviction from the Big Brother Malta house, Chanelle said she feels relieved and that she is happy with having lasted up to this point.

 

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She said that, despite wanting to experience it to the end, this was destiny and is thus grateful for all she went through in the house.

Thanking Big Brother and the other contestants, giving the latter the best of luck to continue enjoying the journey.

Do you agree with the elimination?

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Miriana Conte Interviewed By BBC

Miriana Conte Interviewed By BBC
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Malta’s Eurovision 2025 representative Miriana Conte was interviewed by BBC following the Eurovision Broadcasting Union’s as well as the same UK news network’s ban on the word ‘KANT’.

‘To me it means serving singing’, Miriana told the BBC Newsnight interviewer.

The original version of the song, so as it is as we speak, is a Maltese word that holds a lot of meaning to us and we never intended to offend anyone’, continued Conte.

 

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‘Obviously the word K-A-N-T means singing in our language, so you can imagine what power it holds.’

She went on to say that is unfortunate that a broadcaster as influential as BBC would raise such concerns, ‘especially considering Eurovision’s spirit of celebrating cultural diversity and languages.’

‘That said we’ve made the adjustments to ensure the focus remains on the music and the message’, she said.

Conte concluded that the team and herself want to ensure that nothing distracts from the message.

What do you think?

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