Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja shared footage of the remaining parts of the ‘magnificent’ Gladiator II’ set, having visited it after an ITVX interview on the Lorraine show.
‘I drove to part of the gladiator set- what an achievement! Kudos to all the Maltese crew, workers and craftsmen!’
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The set shows spots which feature prominently in the new film, with a giant stone foot and several Roman arches and columns.
Have you watched the sequel to Gladiator yet?
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The Armed Forces of Malta conducted a full-scale emergency exercise to prepare for a hijack scenario.
‘The exercise aimed to assess preparedness, response capabilities, communication systems, and the coordination of emergency resources among participating organisations.’
The AFM official Facebook page released behind the scenes photos of the exercise, showing all the tools at the AFM’s disposal as well as the officials working as a team to address the emergency.
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Civil Protection Malta recently revealed their brand new state-of-the-art uniform, designed to improve the safety and professionalism of the dedicated firefighters.
‘The new uniform features enhanced materials for greater durability, comfort, and visibility, ensuring that our team is prepared for any situation, whether in the field, during emergencies, or while engaging with the community.’
What do you think of the uniform?
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NewJeans, one of South Korea’s top K-pop acts, recently faced workplace harassment claims brought forth by 20-year-old member Hanni.
However, South Korea’s Ministry of Employment and Labor dismissed the allegations, ruling that K-pop idols are not classified as workers under labour laws. This decision highlights the entertainment industry’s lack of formal protections for performers despite its demanding nature.
The controversy began during a September livestream, where Hanni and her bandmates alleged mistreatment by their label, Ador, including internal criticism, exclusion by senior staff, and attempts to downplay their achievements.
Fans rallied behind the group, filing petitions for government intervention. Hanni testified at a hearing, detailing harsh treatment and accusing the agency of fostering a toxic work environment. Ador denied the allegations, but its CEO pledged to improve communication with the group.
The labor ministry cited idols’ contracts, income structure, and independent contractor status as reasons they do not qualify for worker protections.
Critics argue this ruling exposes systemic exploitation, as idols face gruelling schedules without clear legal safeguards. Experts and fans have called for reforms, suggesting measures like Hollywood’s Talent Agency Act to address unfair contracts and working conditions.
The hashtag #IdolsAreWorkers trended online as calls for industry change intensified. Hanni has not commented on the ruling.
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