Malta with Highest Increase in Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Despite EU-Wide Drop

Feb 18 2024

Malta has experienced the highest rise in greenhouse gas emissions within the European Union for the second consecutive quarter.

This increase contrasts with the EU’s overall reduction of 7.1% in emissions during the third quarter of 2023. Notably, the sectors that saw the most significant decreases in emissions compared to the same period in 2022 were electricity and gas supply (-23.7%), households (-6.5%), and manufacturing (-4.9%).

Among EU members, Malta is one of four countries where greenhouse gas emissions have increased. However, this rise comes alongside economic growth, with Malta reporting a 7.1% increase in GDP.

The other two countries that saw both emissions rise and economic growth are Cyprus, with a 2.5% GDP increase, and Slovakia, with a 1.1% increase.

In contrast, the largest reductions in greenhouse gas emissions were recorded in Estonia (-30.7%), Bulgaria (-18.6%), and Germany (-12.2%), indicating a varied environmental performance across the EU.

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Johnny Depp’s Lawyer, Dr. Camille Vasquez, Spotted Dining in Malta

Feb 18 2024

Dr. Camille Vasquez, known for defending Johnny Depp in a notable defamation trial, was recently seen in Malta, dining at the locally-beloved Trattoria Da Pippo.

Her presence in Malta over the last few days has caught attention, especially with her choice of the local restaurant for a meal. The eatery, run by Francesco Cutajar and his son Cain, shared their pleasure in hosting Dr. Vasquez on Instagram, saying, “Great honour to have Johnny Depp’s lawyer Dr. Camille Vasquez for lunch yesterday with us at Trattoria Da Pippo.”

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The lawyer and legal partner rose to fame in 2022, when Johnny Depp and former wife Amber Heard’s trial became the social media event of the decade. With countless viral social media moments and a Netflix series to boot, it is not wonder that the name Camille Vasquez may sound familiar. The legal counsel became the star of the show as the trial went on, with rapid-fire objections and mic-drop statements inspiring fan accounts and social media fawning the world over.

This visit highlights the restaurant’s appeal to both locals and visitors, marking a moment where legal celebrity and Maltese hospitality meet.

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UK Village With ‘Alcohol Ban’ Does Not Have A Single Pub Or Drinks Vendor

Feb 18 2024

Nestled four miles from Birmingham city centre, Bournville stands as a unique village with a population of approximately 25,000 residents, but it has something which makes it truly unique.

Remarkably, this village has upheld a ban on alcohol for over 120 years, making it an anomaly in the United Kingdom where pubs are a cultural staple. Bournville’s 8,000 homes are devoid of any pubs or alcohol vendors, a fact that locals have come to accept as part of their daily lives. A resident shared with The Sun the reality of living without a local pub, underscoring the village’s distinctive lifestyle.

Bournville’s foundation traces back to the Cadbury family’s vision of creating a model village. Designed to house workers of the nearby chocolate factory, it was established by George and Richard Cadbury with the intention of promoting a wholesome, alcohol-free environment. This ethos has contributed to a community atmosphere that seems almost lost in time, where the absence of alcohol is hardly a concern among its inhabitants.

Despite the prohibition on sales and public consumption, residents are permitted to drink alcohol within the privacy of their homes. However, public drinking is strictly monitored, with any outdoor consumption leading to the confiscation of the beverage.

Bournville also maintains a unique stance on advertising, permitting it only on buses that pass through the village.

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Sharona Grima missing for the 4th time

Feb 17 2024

Sharona Grima, aged 14, has been reported missing to the police once again, marking the fourth instance of her disappearance. She was last seen in Mgarr.

This recurrence raises concerns about her safety and well-being. Grima’s previous disappearances occurred in April and December of the previous year, as well as in June 2022 when she was 12 years old.

Fortunately, she was found in those instances, but the repetition of these events is troubling. Anyone with information about her current whereabouts is urged to contact the police at 21224001/119.

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