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Linguist Explains MasterChef ‘Jiddrajjalek’ Controversy

Linguist Explains MasterChef 'Jiddrajjalek' Controversy
Mar 2 2024 Share

Taking to social media, linguistics enthusiast Kurt Rumbajsa highlighted the incredibly complex manner with which language, particularly Maltese, adapts and changes according to the culture which we grow up in.

He referred to the MasterChef Malta controversy which saw one of the judges using the word ‘jiddrajjalekx’ – an English-Maltese combo of the word ‘dry’ – instead of ‘jinxef.’

 

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Kurt rhetorically asked why such cases stick out whereas other cases, like chicken breast instead of ‘sidra tat-tiġieġ’ or ‘jittowja’ instead of ‘jinżel fl-ilma.’ 

He explained that such linguistic changes are a symptom of the culture we grow up in. 

Why such changes occur depends on a multitude of factors – whether we’re exposed to material in school, how our parents at home use language, and much more. 

What do you think?

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11 Year Old Gwen Selling Figolli In Aid Of Puttinu

11 Year Old Gwen Selling Figolli In Aid Of Puttinu
Mar 2 2024 Share

11 year old Gwen has been making delicious figolli so she can raise money for Puttinu Cares, the NGO which helps many patients fighting cancer. 

In various posts and reels, Gwen explained the process of making a massive batch of the Easter delicacy – with all of her tasty figolli already being sold out. 

Gwen explained that after all this work she and her mum, who supports her in her hard and generous work, will need a weekend break to relax after cooking up so many batches. 

5 figolli will be sold €30 whereas a single figolla could be bought for €6. Proceeds will be going to Puttinu Cares!

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Political Duo Promise To Shake Things Up

Political Duo Promise To Shake Things Up
Mar 2 2024 Share

MEP Cyrus Engerer and MP Randolph De Battista have vowed to do politics differently, writing on a social media post.  

 

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‘Tired of the same old politics? So are we’, wrote the politicians in a collaborative post. 

‘It’s time to shake things up, challenge the status quo, and restore faith in our democracy. We’re not afraid to do politics differently – with authenticity, humility and a genuine commitment to progress. We must pave a new path forward.’

‘We cannot let the faith in politics end once and for all. This is the way we have always viewed and did things – sometimes you’re looked at suspiciously by those who benefit from the status quo – but our country deserves better.’

What do you make of this?

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PN Leader Visits San Ġwann Local Community

PN Leader Visits San Ġwann Local Community
Mar 2 2024 Share

On Thursday, February 29th, 2024, the Leader of the Nationalist Party, Bernard Grech, dedicated his evening to engaging with the community in San Ġwann, reaffirming his commitment to close collaboration with both Maltese and Gozitan residents through grassroots initiatives.

During this visit, he had the privilege of interacting with numerous locals, alongside stakeholders and workers in the area.

Through these conversations, he gleaned valuable insights into the daily challenges and concerns they face, notably the strains imposed by the high cost of living.

Highlighting the importance of such encounters, Grech reiterated his dedication to fostering open dialogue that resonates with and addresses the needs of the community.

Discussions with the Leader of the Nationalist Party revealed stakeholders’, workers’, and residents’ discontent over the lack of consultation regarding developments in the square. 

They stressed the necessity for comprehensive studies to ensure that any changes made preserve residents’ well-being. This sentiment arises amidst concerns about excessive development, which has brought about safety issues and heightened traffic congestion in the locality.

During the visit, elderly community members voiced their worries to Bernard Grech about national security and called for greater accountability from politicians and government bodies.

They also highlighted recent developments following the Jean Paul Sofia Inquiry, expressing concerns that the concerns of young people are being overlooked, with business proceeding as usual without addressing underlying issues.

Joining the Leader of the Nationalist Party on this visit were Nationalist Members of Parliament representing the district, as well as candidates for the European Parliament and Local Council elections, along with members of the Regional Committee.

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