A Maltese tattoo artist and professional arm-wrestler has just been crowned the overall champion in an Italian arm-wrestling competition.
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Kersten Mercieca climbed to the top of the ranking, acquiring the top spot and sharing his victory to social media.
Kersten has been on a steady journey towards success for a while now, sharing his improvement and participation in numerous international events.
Well done Kersten!
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A recent 2023 survey by the National Statistics Office (NSO) among residents in private households in Malta and Gozo revealed that nearly 30% of people in Malta live with a chronic illness or condition, although most report that their health issues do not significantly affect their daily lives.
Only 13.8% of respondents mentioned facing limitations due to health problems.
The survey also found high satisfaction with personal relationships, with an average score of 8.6 out of 10. However, respondents showed more varied levels of satisfaction in other areas, including their jobs (7.7) and overall life satisfaction (7.4).
Access to medical and dental care has improved, with 98.9% of respondents reporting no unmet needs for treatment. This marks a significant improvement over previous years.
However, the survey highlighted that chronic illness tends to be more common among women, those over 65, and individuals at risk of poverty or social exclusion.
Those at risk of poverty or social exclusion reported lower satisfaction in most areas but were more content with how they managed their time.
These respondents were also more likely to experience negative emotions, such as anxiety and loneliness, with higher rates of depression reported among older individuals.
Most respondents (93.5%) felt confident that they would receive help from family, friends, or colleagues if needed.
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Ex-Big Brother Malta contestant Raisa took the opportunity to make a statement during the last live show by wearing a shirt with comments made by both housemates and other critics on the outside.
The shirt featured comments such as:
‘Will you wear his hoodies outside as well?’ – in reference to the comments made about her and Jay’s connection.
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‘Is he cheating on you with Donna’, another comment reads. ‘Not even family members hug me like that.’
‘If I was her fiancé, I would think she’s cheating’ and ‘is the wedding still happening’, also featured.
‘You won’t be a good Head of House’ reads another comment. ‘She and her boyfriend are in cahoots for the €50,000.’
What do you make of this?
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The highly anticipated Business Leaders Malta conference returns this Friday, 21st March, promising an event that is as insightful as it is inspiring.
Now in its 12th edition, this year’s theme, Ahead of the Game, delves into the trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of business.
Since its launch in 2009, the conference has evolved into Malta’s largest business gathering, attracting over 700 attendees annually. Business Leaders Malta is known for its ability to create meaningful discussions between professionals from diverse industries, offering a platform for learning, networking, and innovation.
This year’s stellar speaker lineup includes new media expert Jordan Schwarzenberger, AI innovator Dr Gege Gatt, VR and education pioneer Taylor Freeman, record-breaking free diver and high-performance strategist Jim Lawless,
The line up also includes leading business figures Katrina Grech, Rebecca Bonnici, George Gregory, Morgan Parnis, and Christine Gingell.
Attendees will gain valuable insights into navigating uncertainty, leveraging AI for business growth, fostering leadership, and future-proofing marketing strategies.
The conference will also explore resilient strategies for volatile markets and how leaders can drive organisational change with confidence.
With an unparalleled lineup of speakers and industry-leading discussions, Business Leaders Malta 2024 is set to be a game-changing event for professionals eager to stay ahead of the curve. Don’t miss out! Get your tickets here.
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by Stefan Azzopardi
