Neil Agius Swims In Darkness To Train For Marathon

Aug 28 2024

Taking to his Instagram story, olympian Neil Agius shared clips of him training in the early hours of the morning ahead of yet another open water world record.

Agius will be going for a 160km swim around the Maltese archipelago this September – a full 3 days (175,000 strokes) of non-stop swimming.

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And of course, this means he’ll be facing the dead of night in the water. Neil has already done this before, but clips like these show exactly what the swimmer will be going through.

Would you swim in pitch black darkness?

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What If Malta Had Mountains?

Aug 28 2024

Malta.ai recently posted a series of AI-generated images showing what Malta would look like if it had mountains.

The images, which have gained attention on social media, depict the island’s flat landscape transformed with towering peaks and dramatic valleys. Known for its coastal scenery, Malta is reimagined as an alpine region in these visuals.

The photos sparked interest and conversation online, with many users appreciating the creativity behind the project. While the images are purely fictional, they highlight the growing use of AI technology in generating alternative visions of real-world locations.

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CMBS Launches Free Childcare For Student Parents

Aug 28 2024

Leading local further and higher education institution CMBS, is delighted to announce the launch of its free childcare service for students who are parents. This groundbreaking initiative provides essential support to students juggling education and parenthood, offering them the opportunity to pursue their academic goals without the added stress of childcare.

Located at Trident Park just a few metres away from the school campus, the childcare centre will cater to children aged between 0 and 9 years old. The facility is designed to provide a stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, play and develop essential life skills.

“We understand the challenges faced by student parents and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment,” said Kristina Galea Borg, School Principal at CMBS. “By offering free childcare, we aim to empower our students to reach their full potential without compromising their parental responsibilities.”

As a licensed and registered childcare centre, the facility meets the highest standards of quality and safety. The facility is staffed by qualified and experienced childcare professionals who will provide a dedicated and caring service.

This initiative is part of CMBS’s ongoing commitment to student well-being and success. Through this initiative, the institution hopes to increase access to higher education for parents and contribute to the development of a more inclusive and equitable society.

For more information about our free childcare services for students, contact [email protected].

Explore the postgraduate, undergraduate and post-secondary programmes at cmbs.edu.mt/courses.

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Matthew Tabone Appointed As Head of Cabinet by Roberta Metsola

Aug 28 2024

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, has appointed Matthew Tabone as her head of cabinet. This new role merges with his current responsibilities as head of her private office and public relations , according to a spokesperson from Metsola’s office.

Matthew Tabone, who joined the European Parliament in 2013 as head of Metsola’s office when she was an MEP, has been one of her closest advisers. In recent years, he has overseen significant initiatives, including managing transparency reforms in the wake of the Qatargate scandal and coordinating the president’s engagement with the European public ahead of the 2023 European Parliament elections.

He replaces Leticia Zuleta De Reales Ansaldo, who has taken on the role of director for national parliaments within the European Parliament.

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