New Studies Find That Money Does In Fact Buy Happiness

Aug 1 2024

Recent studies have finally addressed the long-standing myth about whether money can actually buy happiness, and the data suggests that it can.

However, the study also indicates that the relationship between money and happiness is complex.

The newly discovered research confirms that financial security can reduce stress and provide access to life-changing experiences and opportunities.

The study reveals that the key ultimately lies in how the money is used, not the overall amount in one’s bank account.

It was found that spending money on experiences, helping others, and ensuring financial security led to more lasting happiness than just acquiring material possessions.

Another study conducted by the University of Pennsylvania showed that, based on survey results, the happiness gap between wealthy and middle-income participants was smaller than the gap between middle-income and low-income participants.

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Nicky Sansone Releases Thank You Video For Support

Aug 1 2024

‘Live second by second’, Nicky Sansone said in a thank you video uploaded to TikTok after throwing a farewell and birthday party early due to her battle with cancer.

Nicky, who is beloved for her pioneering work in the local LGBTIQ+ community in Malta, thanked everyone for their constant support and said she is absolutely overwhelmed by all the love people have been showing.

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She urged everyone to keep pushing against any ordeal she’s facing and says that she’s immensely grateful and lucky to have such support, given how many people, including youth, she saw battling with cancer with little support.

She continues to end her messages with the encouragement to live, love and smile despite her physical health being immensely impacted by cancer.

We’re all with you Nicky!

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Minister Owen Bonnici Meets Artists Behind L-Għanja Tal-Poplu

Aug 1 2024

The Minister for National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government, Owen Bonnici, met with the singers, composers, authors, and committee members of Għanja tal-Poplu.

This festival, set to take place on Saturday, August 3rd, at Pjazza Teatru Rjal, will feature the participation of the Malta Concert Orchestra under the direction of Mro Joe Brown. The orchestral arrangements were made by various individuals, chosen by the participants themselves.

This year, 120 songs were submitted, from which 16 finalists were selected. The public can watch Għanja tal-Poplu live on the national station TVM on Saturday, August 3rd at 8:45 PM, with repeats scheduled for Sunday, August 4th at 2:00 PM and Wednesday, August 7th at 9:00 PM on TVM News+.

Minister Owen Bonnici wished all the finalists success in the competition and expressed his appreciation for the efforts and creativity of the singers, composers, and authors.

He noted that Għanja tal-Poplu is one of the most prestigious platforms for Maltese music, continuing to shape and promote the local musical culture.

He also emphasized the importance of supporting such initiatives, as they help safeguard and promote the Maltese language and identity through music.

This year, the festival will feature two juries: a popular jury and a professional jury, both of which will have an equal role in selecting the winning songs for the top three places. Special awards will also be given for best interpretation, best singer-songwriter, and best social theme.

This year’s special guests include Renato Micallef, who will be recognized for his contribution to Maltese music, as well as Christian Arding, the winner of the 2023 edition. The couple Joseph Galea and Antonella Galea Loffreda will be the hosts of this edition.

Here are the finalists of the 48th edition:

Kanzunetta – Kantant/a/i (Awtur, Kompożitur)

01. Jien Min Jien – Klikka (Renato Vella/ Steve Camilleri/ Malcolm Camilleri, Philip Vella)

02. Daqqa ta’ Pinna – Cherylis (Emil Calleja Bayliss, Mark Scicluna)

03. Jiena Missier – Dominic Cini (Etienne Micallef, Philip Vella)

04. Straight – Lon Kirkop (Kantawtur)

05. Bil-Jekk u Bil-Jewilla – Thea Gauci (Emil Calleja Bayliss, Mark Spiteri Lucas)

06. Fissidni – Dario Bezzina (Kantawtur)

07. Munita B’Żewġ Uċuħ – Kayley Cuschieri (Paul Ellul, Mark Scicluna)

08. Tgħanniqa – Leontine (Etienne Micallef, Dominic Cini)

09. Kanna Kanun – JAMM Band (Mark Cachia)

10. Dik L-Id – Jasmine Farrugia (Paul Ellul, Aldo Spiteri/ Bradley Spiteri/ Liam Spiteri)

11. Nafu Nħobbu Wkoll – Anna Azzopardi (Joe Julian Farrugia, Mark Spiteri Lucas)

12. Il-Poeta ta’ Ftit Kliem – Mark Tonna (Etienne Micallef, Dominic Cini)

13. Namra – Florence Aquilina (Kantawtur)

14. Inkiss Inkiss – Rachel Lowell (Emil Calleja Bayliss, Philip Vella)

15. Għażiża – Laura Bruno (Mark Spiteri Lucas)

16. Qsamt it-Triq – David Joseph Sammut (Alfred C. Sant)

This festival is organized by the voluntary organization Għanja tal-Poplu in collaboration with Pjazza Teatru Rjal. Għanja tal-Poplu is supported by the Malta Council for the Arts.

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Denzel Washington Reveals That Gladiator Sequel The Biggest Film He’s Ever Worked On

Aug 1 2024

Hollywood icon Denzel Washington has revealed that Gladiator 2 has been the biggest film he’s ever worked on.

This means that Washington’s biggest ever film will be a film filmed on one of the world’s smallest independent countries, our very own Malta!

Washington who has been in massive films and productions such as Remember The Titans, The Equalizer and Malcom X, revealed in awe that the crew managed to build the Colosseum just for the film.

The film is set to be released next November and will feature many Maltese sights as the backdrop of the Ancient Roman times that the film is situated and based in.

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