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Malta’s 2023 Corruption Level The Same As 2022

Malta's 2023 Corruption Level The Same As 2022
Jan 30 2024 Share

According to the Corruption Perceptions Index, Malta has remained exactly where it stood in the 2022 version of the ranking, meaning it did not improve or get worse in terms of corruption in a year.

Malta’s score is 51/100, with a 0 score indicating high levels of corruption and 100 meaning no levels of corruption. 

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This makes the score more important than the ranking classification, wherein Malta is placed in the 55th rank. The rank, Transparency.org explains, is the position relative to the other countries and can change merely if number of countries included in the index changes. 

There was 0 score change since 2022, with this being the worst rating for Malta in years. 

‘The global trend of weakening justice systems is reducing accountability for public officials, which allows corruption to thrive.’ 

The global average score in 2023 was 43/100, with 2/3 of countries scoring below 50. 

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Toy Story Woody And Buzz Crocs Also Revealed

Toy Story Woody And Buzz Crocs Also Revealed
Jan 30 2024 Share

In 2024, Crocs continues its collaboration trend, this time with the iconic Toy Story franchise, featuring characters Woody and Buzz Lightyear. 

The focus is on the Classic Clog, which will showcase new colour ways inspired by the beloved animated film. 

Following the successful pattern of incorporating each character’s distinctive colours, patterns, and traits onto the rubber shoe, Woody’s pair boasts a cow-skin print at the toe, a red bandana-like pattern, brown “leather” at the heel strap, and a plaid pattern with buttons at the midsole. 

Buzz’s pair dons a Space Ranger suit, with matching light grey, green, and bright purple, adorned with various decals. As with previous collaborations like Naruto Crocs and Patrick Crocs, this collection will come with unique Jibbitz accessories.

The release date for the Toy Story Crocs collection has yet to be disclosed, but anticipation is high for its likely launch during the first quarter of 2024. Crocs, known for transforming their Classic Clog with various pop culture collaborations, now immerses itself in the playful world of Toy Story, offering fans a chance to wear their favourite characters in a stylish and comfortable form.

 

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Malta Filmed Shark Thriller ‘Deep Fear’ Released on Netflix

Malta Filmed Shark Thriller 'Deep Fear' Released on Netflix
Jan 29 2024 Share

The Malta filmed shark horror and thriller ‘Deep Fear: Dive to Survive’ has officially been released on Netflix.

Already in the trailer, shots of the island can be seen as the characters embark on an illegal boat trip before the sea terror commences. 

IMDb’s movie description reads: ‘Storm-stricken drug traffickers force a yachtswoman to recover their sunken cocaine stash from shark-infested waters.’

The film stars Gossip Girl’s Ed Westwick as Jackson as well as House of Gucci’s Madalina Ghenea. Will you be watching?

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Source: Gravitas Ventures 

FestAI: We Told Artificial Intelligence To Show Us a Typical Maltese Festa

Jan 29 2024 Share

We recently embarked on an extraordinary journey with Artificial Intelligence to delve into the heart of Maltese culture – the traditional Maltese festa.

Our aim was to capture the evolution and vibrancy of these festas in a unique way. We tasked the AI with generating images that would not only depict the festa in its current, lively form but also transport it back through time, growing increasingly traditional with each rendering.

 

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Starting with the contemporary scenes – bustling streets, modern festoons, and fireworks – the AI’s creations gradually shifted to more historic settings. The attire of the celebrants transformed into traditional Maltese garb.

But we didn’t stop at tradition. Pushing the boundaries of creativity, we asked the AI to infuse elements of fantasy while keeping the Maltese festa spirit alive.

The resulting images were a fantastical blend of folklore and imagination, intertwining mythical creatures and historical settings with the familiar festa vibrancy. This project wasn’t just about generating images; it was a celebration of Maltese heritage, a fusion of past, present, and fantasy through the lens of advanced technology.

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