New Agreement Brings ‘Mal-Melodija’ Project To More Students

Jun 25 2025

An agreement has been signed between the Centre for the Maltese Language and the Secretariat for Christian Education, marking a new phase of collaboration between the government entity and the Church institution.

The agreement was signed by Dr Maris Camilleri, Acting Chief Executive of the Centre for the Maltese Language, and Dr Ian Attard, Director General of the Secretariat for Christian Education. The signing took place in the presence of Minister for Culture, the Arts and Local Government, Owen Bonnici, and Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation, Clifton Grima.

Minister Owen Bonnici stated, “Through this agreement, further initiatives in support of the Maltese language will be launched, including projects that bring together performing arts, culture, and our language. These initiatives have already benefitted students in state schools, and now students from Church schools in both Malta and Gozo will also take part.”

Minister Clifton Grima emphasised the importance of a holistic education that spans multiple dimensions and highlighted the need to further strengthen the use of the Maltese language.

Among the planned initiatives is the Mal-Melodija (“With the Melody”) project an educational programme that integrates linguistic, cultural and historical elements with various musical styles that appeal to today’s youth.

Previously aimed at Year 8 (Form 2) students, Mal-Melodija will now be extended to Year 9 (Form 3) students as well, thanks to this new agreement.

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Playground In Honour Of Late Zaylen At Hand In Hand

Jun 24 2025

Zaylen’s mother, Francesca, has announced the heartbreaking loss of her six-year-old son.

In a social media statement, she described Zaylen as a sweet, joyful boy who brought light, laughter and love into every moment of their lives.

A funeral Mass to celebrate his life will take place at Għargħur Parish Church on Saturday 28 June at 8:00 AM.

Those attending are kindly asked to wear white and blue, colours that reflect his pure soul and the brightness he shared with the world.

To honour his memory in a lasting way, Francesca shared plans for a new playground to be built at Hand in Hand, where Zaylen spent many happy days. Named Zaylen’s Playground, it will be a space filled with the joy and laughter he so freely gave.

Hand in Hand, the inclusive school Zaylen attended, paid tribute to him as a beloved student.

“To know Zaylen was to love him. And we truly did,” the school said in a statement. They remembered his energy, curiosity, and love, his fondness for dinosaurs and puzzles, and the joy he brought to everyone around him.

Rest in peace Zaylen. Condolences to all loved ones.

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Alex Borg To Run For PN Leadership

Jun 24 2025

PN MP Alex Borg has announced that he will be running for the Nationalist Party leadership.

This makes him the second in the party to announce his candidature, alongside former PN MP Adrian Delia.

Both have been favourites for the title according to recent surveys.

What do you make of this?

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Roberta Metsola Welcomes Bill Gates To Her Office

Jun 24 2025

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola welcomed Bill Gates to the EP tonight to discuss the ‘incredible work of the Gates Foundation and how we can work closer together to save lives, fight inequalities and tackle intergenerational challenges.’

‘Grateful for his personal and his foundation’s commitment towards improving people’s lives across the globe’, wrote Metsola.

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