Jason Micallef Being Touted For PL Deputy Leader Role

Jul 31 2024

Valletta Cultural Agency Chairman Jason Micallef is a prominent name being touted for the position of Labour Party Deputy Leader of Party Affairs.

One such supporter of this role is newly elected MEP Daniel Attard, who approved the calls by many for Jason’s taking on of the position.

‘Jason is at the roots of the Labour Party. He climbed step by step up the scales of the party with hard work and not with pretensions.’

He went on to highlight Jason’s many successes as General Secretary, in Valletta as well as Ta’ Qali National Park.

‘As Prime Minister Robert Abela himself said, with Jason your mind is secure that things will work out and be achieved.’

‘Above all, Jason is consistent and integral. You might not agree with him, but you know where you stand with him.’

UPDATE

MaltaDaily reached out to Jason Micallef who said: “I am seriously thinking about it.”

This statement came about after Jason Micallef explained to MaltaDaily that during the past few days there has been a reach out to him by multiple sources, many party delegates and members of parliament, as well as some cabinet members.

Micellef said he is overwhelmed at this positive outcry and response, and although he has not yet decided what he is going to do he is still “seriously thinking about it.”

What do you think?

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Olympic Surfer Caught Celebrating In Mid Air

Jul 31 2024

Surfer Gabriel Medina provided one of the most iconic moments of the Olympics during a competition at Teahupo’o in Tahiti.

Captured by Agence France-Presse photographer Jérôme Brouillet, Medina’s airborne celebration after riding a massive wave appeared almost surreal, as if he was hovering on a cloud.

The image, taken from a boat, showed Medina pointing skyward with perfect balance, creating a scene that some initially believed was digitally altered.

Brouillet, who anticipated the moment based on his experience and understanding of Medina’s style, captured the shot just as the surfer emerged from the wave.

The image quickly went viral, with Brouillet acknowledging the overwhelming reaction it received on social media and major sports outlets like ESPN.

Medina, a three-time world champion, had hoped for a perfect score of 10 but received a 9.9, the highest of the Olympics so far. Later, he shared his gratitude through a Bible verse on Instagram.

The photo’s allure lies in its almost impossible appearance, with Medina seemingly defying gravity. Brouillet, modest about his achievement, sees the image as memorable but understands that its lasting impact is for others to judge.

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Two Days of Free Music at Kirkop Summer Fest

Jul 31 2024

For the first time, K Music Events’ Kirkop Summer Fest will be extended to two days. This free event is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. on Friday, August 2nd, and Saturday, August 3rd, at the middle school parking lot at St. Benedict’s College.

On Friday, the event will feature local DJs Sheron, Zrinz, and Sue, follows by the Coldplay tribute band Live in Technicolor, with DJ Ziggy closing the night. Saturday will cater to fans of classic music with the Fab 4, a Beatles tribute band, along with DJs Alex Tonna, Alex Reflex Grech, and Ryan Spiteri.

The festival, known for attracting hundreds of music lovers to Kirkop, promises a varied music selection appealing to both young and mature audiences. Entry is free, but donations will be collected by volunteers from Inspire, a charity supporting individuals with autism and profound learning difficulties.

The organizers of Kirkop Summer Fest invite the community to join the festivities on August 2nd and 3rd for an unforgettable experience .

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Screen Support Scheme Launched By Owen Bonnici

Jul 31 2024

The Kunsill Malti għall-Arti has launched the first-ever Screen Support Scheme, aimed at boosting the local film industry. Announced by Minister Owen Bonnici, the scheme follows extensive research and consultations with stakeholders.

This initiative marks the first time the Kunsill Malti għall-Arti, under the Ministry for National Heritage, Arts, and Local Government, is managing such a fund.

The scheme will inject €1 million into the industry, with the goal of supporting indigenous film production. Minister Bonnici emphasized the importance of strengthening the cultural and creative sectors, which he sees as vital to Maltese identity.

He praised the consultative process that shaped the scheme, ensuring it meets the sector’s needs, and committed to expanding it in the future.

Albert Marshall, Executive Chairman of the Kunsill Malti għall-Arti, acknowledged the challenges facing the local film industry, noting that this support is a significant step forward. The initial €900,000 fund was increased to €1 million from the Council’s reserves to make the project more effective.

The scheme is divided into five branches: scriptwriting, development, short films, feature film production, and cultural programming, all aimed at supporting independent audiovisual entities. Applications are open until September 24, with results to be announced in November.

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