Juventus Academy Malta’s U-11s Win 2nd Place At Torneo Morandini

Jun 3 2025

Juventus Academy Malta Under 11s have just wrapped up an unforgettable journey in Penne, Italy, managing to bag 2nd place in the prestigious Torneo Morandini.

After a hard fought final match against Pescara, the local youth showcased their passion and skill as they faced top level opposition, including Reggiana, Penne, Pescara, and other high caliber teams.

‘But this trip was about more than just football’, wrote Juventus Academy Malta. ‘It was a chance for the boys to explore the beautiful region, experience Italian culture and cuisine, and grow closer as a team through an unforgettable bonding journey.’

The academy thanked the tournament organisers for their hospitality, the parents who travelled with and/or cheered on the team, and the dedicated coaches Graziano and Marco.

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Most Maltese Prefer Dogs Over Cats, But Just Barely

Jun 3 2025

Asking you, our followers, whether you prefer dogs or cats, it seems as though our tail-wagging ‘man’s-best-friend’ canines won the day.

But just barely!

Out of 1.2K respondents, over 640 people chose dogs, whereas 549 chose cats.

This follows the publication of a study from Tokyo University which found that domestic cats are able to distinguish between the scent of their owner and that of an unfamiliar person.

The research involved presenting 30 cats with plastic tubes containing one of three scent samples: their owner’s odour, the scent of a stranger of the same sex, or a clean swab.

The swabs had been rubbed under the armpit, behind the ear, and between the toes of the subjects.

The results showed that cats spent significantly more time sniffing the tubes containing the stranger’s scent than either their owner’s or the clean swab.

This indicates that cats can detect and react to unfamiliar human odours. However, the study could not confirm whether cats can identify specific individuals purely by scent.

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Malta With Most Foreign Overnight Stays In 2025 Q1

Jun 3 2025

According to new data by Eurostat, Malta registered the biggest share of foreign overnight stays at 91.2% in the first 3 months of 2025.

The first quarter of this year saw Malta saw the highest influx, followed only by Cyprus and Luxembourg at 85.7% and 80.4% respectively.

That means Malta registered an approximate 6% point difference respective to second place (Cyprus).

Meanwhile, Poland registered the lowest share of foreign overnight stays at 18.6%, followed by Romania and Germany at 20.1% and 20.2%.

In the first quarter of 20205, there were 452.4 million overnight stays across Europe, a slight decline of 0.2% compared to the same period in 2024.

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From 2nd June KM Malta Airlines Has Begun Its First Flights Between Malta And Istanbul

Jun 2 2025

KM Malta Airlines has begun its first flights between Malta and Istanbul as of June 2, 2025. The new service, running three times a week on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, represents a significant growth in the airline’s route network.

Renowned for its rich history, iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, and vibrant cultural scene. Istanbul also serves as a crucial international transit hub, providing Maltese travellers with endless access to Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.

Through a strategic codeshare partnership with Turkish Airlines, passengers traveling with KM Malta Airlines can now enjoy seamless connections beyond Istanbul.

David G Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines, said, “This new route reflects our vision to offer greater choice and convenience for our customers, while reinforcing Malta’s role as a vital link between Europe and Asia. Istanbul is an exciting city, and we are proud to include it in our network.”

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