The Mater Dei Emergency Department is gearing up for a special initiative with the upcoming Bike Ride in Aid of Puttinu Cares, set to take place on 30th May 2025.

This event brings together biking enthusiasts and members of the community for a noble cause – supporting children and families affected by cancer.

Participants are invited to gather at 19:30 at the Oncology Parking Area near the Helipad, with the ride officially starting at 20:30.

The event aims to raise funds for Puttinu Cares, a beloved local charity that offers medical and emotional support to cancer patients and their families.

Donations can be made via Revolut (79899695) or BOV Mobile Banking (+356 79499423) using the reference “Emergency Bike Ride.” Participants can register for the ride through a dedicated Google form.

This event promises not only an exhilarating evening ride but also a chance to make a real difference. Ride for Puttinu. Ride for a reason.

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The 2025 edition of the ERA Awards has been announced, held under the patronage of President Myriam Spiteri Debono, and will feature four new categories, further recognising public entities, voluntary organisations, the private sector and educational institutions, making a difference in environmental protection.

The new award categories will complement the existing Buonamico and Special Recognition Awards, following a rebranding that aims to elevate the ERA Awards as a leading annual event celebrating environmental leadership.

The four new award categories are:

• Corporate Award for Environmental Innovation and Sustainability for private sector: For businesses implementing impactful green initiatives.
• Environmental Stewardship Award for Voluntary Organisations: Celebrating community-based sustainability projects.
• Green Public Leadership Award for public entities: Recognising public entities leading with eco-friendly practices.
• Green School Scheme for Educational Institutions and Learning Programmes: Funding eco-projects in schools that promote hands-on environmental learning.

If you are part of the above categories – making a real difference for the environment in Malta, now’s the time to get the recognition you deserve. With new award categories, there’s room to celebrate all kinds of eco-heroes, from business change makers to local volunteers and inspiring educators.

Nominations are open until 8th June 2025. More info at: era.org.mt/era-awards

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St John’s Co-Cathedral Foundation has officially launched a new art exhibition titled ‘Portraying St John’s Co-Cathedral Through Time’, showcasing around 50 paintings that depict the iconic co-cathedral across the centuries.

This unique collection presents a powerful visual journey through time, featuring artworks by both old masters and contemporary artists.

The exhibition captures the grandeur of the cathedral’s interior and exterior, reflecting the continuous inspiration it has provided for generations.

The pieces, sourced from both public and private collections in Malta, offer diverse artistic interpretations of the Co-Cathedral’s beauty, spirituality and historical significance.

Spanning from the late 16th century to the modern day, the collection illustrates the lasting cultural and religious impact of one of Malta’s most treasured landmarks.

Professor Mons Emmanuel Agius, President of the Foundation, remarked that the cathedral is not only a sacred place but also a living source of artistic inspiration.

Minister for National Heritage Owen Bonnici praised the initiative, emphasising the government’s commitment to heritage preservation and inviting the public to explore the exhibition.

Celebrating the Co-Cathedral as a beacon of faith, history, and art, the exhibition is part of ongoing efforts to promote Maltese culture and heritage both locally and internationally.

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Photo Credits: DOI Kian Bugeja