Juventus Ordered to Pay Ronaldo Over €9.7 Million in Back Wages

Apr 18 2024

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has ruled that Juventus must pay their former player Cristiano Ronaldo over €9.7 million plus interest for unpaid wages. Ronaldo, who played for the club from 2018 to 2021, had agreed to defer part of his salary during the COVID-19 pandemic to help the financially struggling club.

Juventus, in their response, stated that they would review the decision from the FIGC arbitration board. They highlighted that the board found no evidence of fraud by Juventus and that their actions had not influenced Ronaldo’s agreement to the wage reduction.

The decision to award Ronaldo the back payment stems from what the FIGC described as “pre-contractual liability” due to unsuccessful negotiations over the deferred wages. Originally, Ronaldo had requested €19.5 million, but the arbitration determined a lower amount due to shared responsibility between the two parties.

During his time at Juventus, Ronaldo scored 101 goals in 134 appearances, contributing significantly to the club’s success, including two Serie A titles in 2019 and 2020. After leaving Juventus, the Portugal star rejoined Manchester United in August 2021 and currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr.

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“Don’t Let Other People Decide For You”, Ian Borg Tells Young People

Apr 18 2024

Ian Borg, the Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, recently shared his thoughts on why young people should get involved in politics. He echoed the views of Malta’s newest President, Myriam Spiteri Debono, saying that young people should jump into politics and make decisions for themselves instead of letting others make decisions for them.

Ian Borg knows what it’s like to be young and in politics. At just 19, he became the mayor of Dingli. He thinks that the people of Dingli can tell if he was a good mayor back then. By the time he was 27, he had been elected to Parliament. He admits that not everyone might agree with him but believes strongly that if he could achieve these things, other young people can too.

During the month of April, Malta, with Minister Ian Borg, is playing a significant role on the global stage as President of the United Nations Security Council in New York.

Minister Borg encourages all young people to be agents of change. He believes that getting involved in politics is a way for them to shape their own future and have a say in important decisions. It’s all about taking action and making a difference in their community and country.

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Here Are The Brillanti Finalists Competing Tonight!

Apr 17 2024

The day has come for a musical theatre artist to be crowned the winner of Brillanti Season 3.

The competition has come down to Paolo, Clara, Charlotte, Abigail, Kristen and Mia.

All talented young artists with strengths and approaches of their own – making it even harder for the panel of judges to decide.

The panel of judges is of course made up of the illustrious Marco Stabile, Marina Maniglio and Charles Brunton. And they will have to make the ultimate choice tonight – crowning the winner of Brillanti Season 3!

Who will come out on top? Find out tonight on ONE at 20:35!

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Ian Borg Highlights Role of Youth in Mediterranean Peace Efforts at UN Debate in NYC

Apr 17 2024

On April 17, 2024, during the Security Council Debate on the role of young persons in addressing security challenges in the Mediterranean, Malta’s Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, Ian Borg, emphasised the critical role of youth in tackling regional challenges. Minister Borg acknowledged the contributions of various experts, including Under-Secretary-General DiCarlo, and the firsthand experiences shared by young peace-builder Ms. Messaoudi.

The Mediterranean faces numerous interconnected challenges such as geopolitical tensions, human rights issues, economic disparities, and climate change impacts, which include extreme weather events and rising sea levels. Minister Borg highlighted that these issues demand a comprehensive approach and strong regional cooperation, where civil society and particularly young people play essential roles.

Minister Borg pointed out the region’s demographic makeup, noting a significant young population, with one in every three individuals under the age of 25. Despite their potential, young people often find themselves marginalised from decision-making processes, struggling to access education, healthcare, and employment, and sometimes facing risks in conflict situations. Borg stressed the importance of reversing these trends by empowering young individuals to participate more fully in peace and security efforts.

Borg commended young leaders who are actively involved in peace-building, countering radicalisation, and promoting human rights. He argued for the necessity of ensuring that young people, including young women and LGBTQI+ individuals, have meaningful roles in decision-making processes.

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