‘Mal-Melodija’ Project Brings Maltese Literature to Life Through Music

Mar 14 2025

The ‘Mal-Melodija’ project was launched last year to bring Maltese students closer to Maltese literature beyond the classroom by integrating it with music.

The project recently reached its peak with a special event organised by the Maltese Language Centre—a concert-lesson performed by the group Kantera for five Year 8 classes at San Benedittu College Middle School.

Present for this celebration of Maltese language, folklore, music, art, and culture were Minister for National Heritage, Arts, and Local Government Owen Bonnici and Permanent Secretary Kevin Mahoney.

Minister Bonnici explained that ‘Mal-Melodija’ started as a pilot project to merge two key cultural elements—Maltese literature and music. Now, it has become an integral part of the Maltese curriculum. He emphasised how the initiative helps students appreciate literature and music while strengthening cultural identity and fostering creativity.

Maris Camilleri, Acting CEO of the Maltese Language Centre, highlighted that the project is expanding beyond literature into language itself, making learning more interactive and engaging for students with different abilities and interests.

Charmaine Pisani Grixti, Head of Kirkop Middle School, expressed pride in being the first school to participate, as students experienced Maltese poetry in a more immersive way. The initiative will now extend to other schools.

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What We Know So Far About Miriana Conte’s Eurovision Journey

Mar 14 2025

The hype is officially real as Miriana Conte gets ready to represent the country in Basel for Eurovision Song Contest 2025!

So far, we know that the song was accepted by the Eurovision Broadcasting Union and that it has been renamed to ’SERVING’ instead of ‘KANT’.

We also know that Miriana will be performing during the second semi-final on Thursday 15th May.

And while we don’t know what she’ll be serving, we know we can wait until 6pm today to find out.

But, just for you to know – if Malta ever had a chance of winning… this is it! Bring it home DIVA!

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98KG Of Cocaine Found In Freeport Container

Mar 14 2025

On Wednesday afternoon, police, along with Customs officials, confiscated over 98 kilograms of drugs suspected to be cocaine.

The drugs were found hidden in a container making its way from Ecuador’s port of Guayaquil on its way to the port of Genoa, Italy.

The container contained boxes of frozen prawns, but suspicions were raised by Customs officials during routine inspections.

Further inspections yielded four bags in between the boxes with the alleged substance.

An inquiry has been opened as investigations continue.

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Charles Bonello Elected As New PN Secretary General

Mar 14 2025

The Nationalist Party’s (PN) Executive Committee has elected Charles Bonello as its new Secretary General.

He succeeds Michael Piccinino, who had served in the role since July 2021 and announced last August his decision to step down to run in the general election.

The Executive Committee congratulated Bonello on his appointment and thanked Piccinino for his dedication and contributions over the past four years.

PN leader Bernard Grech also extended his best wishes to Bonello, expressing confidence that he will build on Piccinino’s work.

He reaffirmed that, with the collective effort of all PN officials, the party will continue to grow stronger and drive the change the country needs.

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