Man dressed as Father Christmas zip-lines from roof to Gozo square

Dec 19 2022

It really does feel like Christmas now as a video on TikTok went viral showing a local Father Christmas zip-lining from a house roof down into a village square.

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The man jollily rings his min bell as he rides the zip-line down to the square as people cheered him on. A presenter could also be heard urging him on and providing entertainment for kids and their parents looking on as the feat was clearly carried out to surprise the local children.

The video was uploaded by TikTok account @dnavigators (Frances Cauchi), amounting a whopping 39.8K views as of time of writing.

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#fyp #fypmalta🇲🇹 #fypmalta #fypgozo #gozotiktok #gozo #christmas #santa #ziplining

♬ original sound – Frances Cauchi

The video also gained 1144 likes and 411 shares as people remained locked to their screens to see the latest local antics – this time with a Christmas twist.

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People want abortion decriminalised even if woman’s health is at risk

Dec 19 2022

This survey, commissioned by Malta Daily and presented by Malta Survey (powered by IDEA Intelligence which is part of IDEA Group), assesses the public’s sentiment towards the proposed clause to decriminalise the termination of pregnancy in the cases where there exists a risk towards the pregnant woman’s life and/or physical health.

According to the survey there is a strong sentiment towards allowing the decriminalisation of abortion in the cases of risk towards the pregnant woman’s health and/or life.

When it comes to incest and/or rape, there also was a favourable sentiment towards allowing the decriminalisation of abortion.

Meanwhile, a negative sentiment was registered towards the decriminalisation of abortion when in cases of women facing mental health problems and/or any economic issues.

The survey also found that the majority of respondents do not want a referendum to be held on this matter and that there is a majority sentiment that such a matter should involve both gender’s viewpoints.

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The online survey was held between the 13th and 17th pf December 2022. With an online invitation sent on social media, the survey mostly attracted participants between 18 and 40 years of age.

One could also observe that a quarter of the sample is made up of professionals whilst the other four most popular groups are students, managers, skilled professionals and those who are retired.

To read the full survey, please follow this link.

Tommy Hilfiger celebrates the new TH Monogram in Malta

Dec 19 2022

Tommy Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], revealed its new TH Monogram collection at a VIP red-carpet event, that took place at the Valletta store in Malta on December 2nd, 2022.

Welcomed with celebratory drink and a TH Monogram-inspired photo wall, over 150 local influencers, press and VIP clients enjoyed canapes from Tribe and a live set by Mia Wave DJ while celebrating the new collection.

Guests could capture branded content with the 360-video experience or in the store’s backyard, a space that came alive with a gin and whiskey bar, all features of the party highlighting the new TH Monogram.

Created in partnership with celebrated British illustrator and graphic designer Fergus Purcell, TH Monogram, which appears for the first time in the Fall 2022 collection, reimagines the brand’s core DNA with an interlocking T and H.

Diving into the TOMMY HILFIGER archive, Purcell created a bold reinterpretation of the motifs on iconic pieces from the brand’s history, to collide the classic with the new, and bring a new perspective to modern prep.

The new TH Monogram collection is available in the local Malta stores including Valletta, The Point Shopping Mall & Bay Street Shopping Complex and in select TOMMY HILFIGER stores worldwide.

Friends and followers of the brand are invited to join the conversation on social media using #TommyHilfiger and @TommyHilfiger @hudson_malta.

About TOMMY HILFIGER

TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the world’s most recognized premium lifestyle brands, uplifting and inspiring consumers since 1985. The brand creates iconic style, which comes alive at the intersection of the classic and the new, co-created with people who are shaping culture around the world. TOMMY HILFIGER celebrates the essence of classic American style with a modern twist. Tommy Hilfiger offers premium quality and value to consumers worldwide under the TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS lifestyles, with a breadth of collections including men’s, women’s and kids’ sportswear, denim, accessories, and footwear. Tommy Hilfiger has an unwavering commitment to sustainability and inclusivity.

Global retail sales of TOMMY HILFIGER products were approximately $9.3 billion in 2021 and the brand is powered by more than 16,000 associates worldwide — present in 100 countries and more than 2,000 retail stores, including its largest global flagship store at tommy.com.  PVH acquired Tommy Hilfiger in 2010 and continues to oversee a focused approach to growing the brand’s worldwide relevance, presence, and long term growth.

About PVH Corp.

PVH is one of the world’s largest and most admired fashion companies, connecting with consumers in over 40 countries. Our global iconic brands include Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. Our 140-year history is built on the strength of our brands, our team and our commitment to drive fashion forward for good. That’s the Power of Us. That’s the Power of PVH.

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Six New Cultural Strategies for Local Regions announced

Dec 19 2022

National Heritage, Arts and Local Government Minister Owen Bonnici and Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government Alison Zerafa Civelli announced six Cultural Regions Strategies.

The Regional Cultural Strategies were developed from the regions and have been run by Arts Council Malta in collaboration with the Local Government Division and the Malta Local Councils’ Association. Every strategy is dedicated for every region in our country and they focus on cultural themes and the areas which are most important for the regions themselves as from 2022 onwards. There are six Regional Cultural Strategies – Gozo, North, East, West, Port, and South, all of which address their specific region.

“Our country’s rich culture and art are reflected in the regional cultural strategies, through which we will be working towards the strengthening of the cultural and creative sectors. With an initiative of this level, we are increasing accessibility in this sector as well as increasing professionalisation,” stated Minister Bonnici during the launch.

Dr Bonnici concluded, “the strategies were developed with the Local Councils, cultural NGOs, Public Cultural Organisations, cultural practitioners, as well as local residents so as to maximise the potential not only of the regions but also of the cultural and creative sectors.

“The six cultural strategies will be of guidance for the design and plan of each cultural region program, which will ensure that the unique traditions, talents, characteristics and historical elements of each Maltese and Gozitan locality are well celebrated” stated Parliamentary Secretary Zerafa Civelli. She also praised the Local Government Division, Regional Councils, and the Local Councils’ Association for their contribution in designing the cultural strategies.

These strategies are in line with UNESCO’s affirmations in this regard and are also inspired by how the European Commission establishes “the essential role that culture has in local development, particularly in the reduction of opportunities between different areas in Europe. Three main transversal cultural themes have also been drafted across the country, which are talent development, audience involvement, and the innovation of historical heritage. These themes are common among all regions and introduce specific priorities for each region.

The Director for Funds and Strategy within Arts Council Malta, Mary Ann Cauchi, stated that these “strategies will lead to the sharing of experiences, knowledge, and the development of more opportunities and initiatives within this region and sector. Besides this, with these regional cultural strategies, the vision of Arts Council Malta’s Strategy2025 is also being implemented, that is, that art is at the core of our future.”

The six Regional Cultural Strategies may be found on Arts Council Malta’s website; one may obtain a copy of the strategy from the respective region from January 2023.

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