Kastilja Lights Up Green In Awareness Of Mental Health

Oct 10 2024

Last night, the Office of the Prime Minister, more commonly known as Kastilja, was illuminated in green as part of an ongoing campaign to raise awareness about mental health.

The symbolic gesture highlights the government’s commitment to bringing attention to mental health issues, a topic that has increasingly gained prominence in Malta over recent years.

Malta has made significant strides in promoting mental health awareness, with a growing focus on addressing the challenges and stigma surrounding mental illness.

This recent act of lighting up Kastilja in green reflects the state’s ongoing dedication to shedding light on mental health concerns and prioritising the well-being of its citizens.

It serves as a visible reminder of the importance of open conversations, early intervention, and increased support for those affected by mental health issues.

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Sliema Mayor John Pillow Posts Heartwarming Message Towards Elderly Citizens

Oct 10 2024

Sliema Mayor John Pillow recently shared a heartfelt message on his Facebook account, expressing his deep appreciation for the elderly population in both Sliema and across Malta.

In his post, Pillow emphasized the importance of kindness and respect, urging his followers to show compassion to everyone, but especially to Malta’s elderly citizens, who often deserve extra care and attention.

To accompany his message, Mayor Pillow posted a touching photograph of himself assisting an elderly woman as she crossed the street, even carrying her bag to ease her burden.

His post quickly garnered a wave of positive responses, with many applauding his gesture and thoughtful words. Among those who commended him was former PN leader Adrian Delia, who encouraged the mayor to “keep up the good work,” highlighting the widespread appreciation for Pillow’s dedication to the community.

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Church Collections Up To €2.9 Million In 2023

Oct 10 2024

In 2023, church collections in Malta reached over €2.9 million, the highest in a decade, according to the Archdiocese’s financial report.

This marks a 20% increase from 2022, with a significant rise attributed to the growing number of Catholic non-Maltese residents.

Church collections had previously peaked at €2.6 million from 2017 to 2019 but dropped to €1.5 million and €1.9 million during the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021.

Despite the increase in collections, there is a projected decline in local Mass attendance. The most recent Sunday Mass attendance census in 2017 showed a drop from 81.9% in 1967 to 37%, with predictions of just 10% attendance by 2040.

The rise in foreign residents in Malta, which increased by over 95,000 in the past decade, is seen as a contributing factor to the boost in church collections.

Non-Maltese nationals now make up over 22% of the population, with EU citizens comprising one-third. Italians represent the largest foreign group at 12%, followed by British residents at 9%. Indian and Filipino communities each account for just under 7% of the foreign population.

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Over 830kg Illegal Waste Collected Daily From Every Maltese Locality

Oct 10 2024

Remember that pink mystery box that appeared in Valletta’s Triton Square on Monday morning?

Well, it has just been unveiled, and the box was revealed to be a transparent container filled with various types of harmful waste.

It was an environmental statement from @xummiemu.mt, as indicated by the stickers on the box featuring thought-provoking messages.

“An average of 830kg of illegal waste is collected daily from each locality in Malta,” the box poster reads.

The organisation revealed that Malta collects 45 tonnes of litter and illegal waste daily — equivalent to the size of two double-decker buses.

The shocking display aims to ignite conversations about illegal dumping and recycling, encouraging the public to report such activities through the 1718 hotline.

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