Kinnie Zero hits the shelves in Malta and Gozo

Jun 19 2024

With zero sugar, Kinnie Zero is a refreshing soft drink that does not compromise on the original and iconic Kinnie taste!

Ms Susan Weenink Camilleri, Head of Sales and Marketing at Simonds Farsons Cisk plc, commented, “Kinnie Zero is an extremely important new launch for the Kinnie brand. Backed by extensive market research, it has been in the making for several years. Consumers have become more health-conscious than ever, with many making the switch to zero-sugar variant soft drinks. Kinnie Zero acknowledges and addresses this trend with its no sugar content, while still retaining the classic Kinnie experience we all know and love.

“Farsons prides itself on being at the forefront of innovation and the recent new and successful product launches and packaging developments, including the launch of Kinnie Zero, are testament to this,” she added.

The Kinnie portfolio also includes classic Kinnie, with its unmistakable and unique bittersweet flavour remaining unchanged since its launch in 1952, Diet Kinnie, launched in 1984 is a low-calorie version and Kinnie Zest, launched in 2007 with an enhanced orange flavour and no added sugar. Kinnie Spritz, launched in 2021, is the brand’s first foray into the alcoholic sector, and is a 4% ABV alcoholic aperitivo.

Kinnie Zero is produced, marketed and distributed by Simonds Farsons Cisk plc. It is available in 25cl returnable glass bottles, 33cl cans as well as 50cl, 1 litre and 1.5 litre PET bottles and can be found in leading bars, supermarkets, confectioneries and groceries throughout Malta and Gozo.

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€20,000 Bus Shelter In Santa Venera Met With Backlash

Jun 19 2024

Newly-elected PN councillor has directed attention towards a €20,000 steel bus shelter installed in Triq il-Kbira, San Ġużepp.

Carabott told Times of Malta that his main issue is that the former mayor did not respond when asked how much it cost, with Carabott and others calling the shelter an ‘eyesore’ and far beyond its ideal price point.

Former mayor Stephen Sultana told Times of Malta that the shelter was listed in tender and that it was “a normal, transparent tendering process.”

Questions have since been raised about the bus shelter, with many taking to social media to give their two cents on the shelter, which cost the council €19,872.

Meanwhile, Member of Parliament and PN Spokesperson for Transport, Roads, Mobility and Aviation President Mark Anthony Sammut took to social media to give an idea of what could have been, instead of the current shelter, showing bus shelters in Utrecht, the Netherlands.

What do you think of the shelter?

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Salt Bae Spotted in Malta

Jun 19 2024

Salt Bae, the renowned Turkish chef and owner of the global restaurant chain Nusr-Et, was recently spotted in Malta.

The media personality, known for his unique salt-sprinkling style that became a viral sensation, has captivated fans worldwide.

His unexpected visit to the island was highlighted by a recent Facebook post from local Christopher Cassar, who shared a picture of the chef with the Valletta Cultural Agency team, “while preparing for the Valletta Pageant of the Seas 2024.

Most famous for slapping meat and spreading salt, could we be seeing a Nusr-Et Steakhouse in Malta anytime soon?

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Justin Timberlake Charged For Driving While Intoxicated

Jun 19 2024

Pop icon Justin Timberlake was arraigned on charges of driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, Long Island, New York, early Tuesday morning, according to his attorney. Timberlake, known for his successful music and acting career, was apprehended after failing to stop at a stop sign and swerving out of his lane in a 2025 BMW, as per a statement from Sag Harbor Police.

The incident occurred around 12:37 a.m., with police reports indicating Timberlake’s eyes were “bloodshot and glassy,” and a “strong odor of an alcoholic beverage” was detected on his breath. Timberlake admitted to having “one martini” and claimed he was following friends home.

During the field sobriety tests, Timberlake reportedly exhibited slow speech, unsteady footing, and was unable to divide his attention, leading to poor performance on the tests. He refused a chemical test three times, according to court documents, stating, “No, I’m not doing a chemical test.”

Timberlake was held overnight and released without bail following his arraignment. He faces additional charges for running a stop sign and failure to maintain his lane. His next court appearance is set for July 26, and is expected to be virtual, according to the Suffolk County district attorney’s office. The arrest followed Timberlake’s departure from the American Hotel, a well-known spot in the Hamptons.

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