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Maltese Generosity Shines with €7.5M in Donations in 3 weeks

Jan 3 2024 Share

The Maltese community contributed a remarkable €7,507,153 over a three-week period in four organised telethon fundraising campaigns, spanning from December 10 to January 1.

This marks a notable increase of €335,429 compared to the same period of 2022/23.

The Malta Community Chest Fund’s Istrina emerged as a beacon of solidarity, collecting an impressive €5,279,000. This marked an increase of over €200,000 from the previous year.

On the first day of the year, Dar tal-Providenza received a heartwarming €1,520,517, exemplifying a true “Feast of Generosity.” The funds collected surpassed last year’s contributions by almost €75,000.

Two political party marathons during December garnered a combined total of more than €707,636.

When taking into account the last population official numbers, head to head, these donations mark an average of €15 per person.

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Two Hospitalised After Head-On Collision In Rabat

Jan 3 2024 Share

In the early hours of Wednesday, a head-on crash involving a Toyota Vitz and a Hyundai i20 on Triq l-Infetti, Rabat, left two motorists hospitalised.

The collision occurred at 6.50 am, with a 22-year-old from Birzebbuga behind the wheel of the Toyota and a 38-year-old from Dingli driving the Hyundai.

Rescuers from the Civil Protection Department swiftly responded to extract the individuals from the wreckage.

The road is currently closed for investigation by the police.

A passerby reported a potential third person involved, prompting a search. However, after a thorough investigation, it seems only the two drivers were present in the cars.

Police are actively looking into the incident.

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“They Begged… The Rest Is History” – Donald Trump On Appearing In Home Alone

Jan 3 2024 Share

In a recent revelation, Donald Trump spilled the beans on his iconic cameo in ‘Home Alone 2: Lost In New York.’ 

Initially hesitant due to a packed schedule, Trump admitted he ultimately agreed because the producers “begged him.”

Despite reservations, Trump acknowledges his cameo played a pivotal role in the movie’s success.

The former president’s brief appearance in the beloved holiday classic adds an unexpected twist to the behind-the-scenes story.

Did Trump’s cameo make ‘Home Alone 2’ even more unforgettable for you?

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The Nadur Spontaneous Carnival Is Back

Jan 3 2024 Share

The Nadur Carnival is officially back with an organised carnival taking place on the 4th of February and a spontaneous carnival between the 9th and 13th of February. 

The beloved carnival sees thousands making their way to the festivities, as funnies and attractions fill up the locality. And of course, people attend with their most outlandish and creative costumes.

The Nadur Local Council Mayor Edward Said released the official poster of the events, painted by Artists Joseph Engerer, already captivating the atmosphere that the event is set to create.

Both the Organised and Spontaneous Carnival are staged in collaboration and lasting help of the Ministry for Gozo and the Directorate for Cultural Heritage.

@g7eventsmalta and MaltaDaily are also supporting the 2024’s Nadur Carnival.

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