Minions, Avatar Garden & More Added To The Malta Illuminated Trail This Year

Nov 13 2024

The Magical Illuminated Trail is back to light up the festive season at Verdala Palace Gardens from December 4th to January 4th! This year, the much-loved event introduces a host of new, enchanting lantern installations that promise a magical experience for visitors of all ages. Among the new additions, visitors can marvel at ‘The Mischievous Minions’—a lively tribute to everyone’s favourite animated troublemakers. For those with a taste for fantasy, ‘The Wizard and His Magical Book of Spells’ awaits, casting an enchanting aura over the gardens.

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Explore ‘The Avatar Garden,’ a mesmerising display inspired by mystical worlds, and stroll through ‘The Dazzling Rainbow Forest,’ where colours dance in the trees to create an unforgettable spectacle. Each lantern, carefully crafted, adds a unique touch of wonder, making the trail a true winter wonderland.

This year’s event is organised in support of the Malta Community Chest Fund Foundation, with the collaboration of the Malta Tourism Authority. Don’t miss your chance to step into this magical world and make memories with loved ones. For tickets and more information, visit www.illuminatedtrailmalta.com.

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Glenn Micallef With Most Backing Of EP Political Groups

Nov 13 2024

According to a report by Politico, Malta’s Glenn Micallef was pretty successfully in navigating the grilling, despite never having held political office.

‘Micallef pulled off some tricks that scored him points among culture committee lawmakers and — crucially — didn’t screw up on the content (of his rather light portfolio of intergenerational fairness, culture, youth, and sport)’, Politico reported.

‘He kicked off by referring to his time as a Parliament intern (and closed with an outstretched hand to lawmakers); spoke Maltese when addressing a question on multilingualism; and emphasised the importance of diversity after a controversial gender-in-sports-question — all of which went down well.’

Over the past week, the European Parliament’s committees held rigorous hearings to evaluate each of the 26 commissioner candidates on their readiness for EU policymaking roles. Success required respect, language skills, and avoiding spending promises.

Behind-the-scenes politics influenced outcomes, yet candidates faced intense scrutiny to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of their portfolios assigned by President Ursula von der Leyen.

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The Bear Season 4 Could Release in 2025

Nov 13 2024

Hulu has officially unveiled a teaser for the upcoming fourth season of The Bear, giving fans an exciting glimpse of Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) and the crew back in action at the restaurant. Released as part of Disney+’s 2025 preview, the footage features Jamie Lee Curtis reprising her role as Donna Berzatto, the Berzatto family matriarch.

In a touching moment, Donna shares a heartfelt line with Sydney (Ayo Edebiri): “Sometimes, your work family is closer to you than your family family.” While the full context remains unknown, Sydney’s smile suggests a meaningful exchange.

The teaser also confirmed the return of cast favorites, including Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richie, Liza Colón-Zayas as Tina, and Matty Matheson as Neil. Season three left fans in suspense, with Sydney considering a job offer that cast doubt on her future with the team.

However, the teaser suggests she may still be committed to The Bear’s mission. While no specific release date has been set, Hulu hinted at a mid-2025 premiere, likely around June based on previous seasons’ timelines.

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MCAST Research Fellowship Scheme 2024 Awardees Announced

Nov 13 2024

Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research and Innovation Keith Azzopardi Tanti has announced the recipients of the MCAST Research Fellowship Scheme 2024, an initiative that seeks to strengthen research and innovation in Malta. Run in partnership with MCAST, the scheme opens doors for academics and young people to participate in projects that tackle pressing national challenges.

The scheme will fund four projects in critical areas, including Intelligent Manufacturing, Future Digital Technologies, and Environmental Sustainability. Highlighting the importance of such initiatives, Azzopardi Tanti stated, “This government is investing in projects that improve the quality of life for Maltese citizens, and research and innovation are key to our country’s future.”

Among the awarded projects is Sea2Tech, a venture exploring seaweed recycling for industrial use. Researcher Alexia Massa Gallucci emphasized its ecological benefits, calling it a model for sustainable resource use. Industry partner Ing. David Sciberras from Invent 3D highlighted the importance of academic-industry partnerships, which he believes are essential to maintaining competitiveness and tackling technological challenges through innovative solutions.

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