New survey suggests declining support for both major political leaders

Oct 9 2022

A new MaltaToday survey shows that trust in both Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition leader Bernard Grech continues to decline, albeit it being worse for the latter leader.

Support for the Labour Party declined by around three points to 39.4% since July of tis year. However, the Nationalist Party showed a loss of six points since July, going down to 19.9%. This makes it the worst result under Grech’s leadership.

The trust rating of the Prime Minister dropped seven months into the signing in of his new mandate, dropping to below the 50% mark. This mean Abela’s trust rating sits at 46.9% whereas Grech’s sits at 18.1%.

Abela’s trust rating is still relatively high when compared to those of the PN leader. Meanwhile, the number of people dissatisfied with both political parties seems to be ever on the increase as 22.6% said that they will not vote. This is an increase of 8 points since July. 31.1% said they trust neither leader, which is an increase of seven points since July.

The losses for the two main parties was not mirrored by the alternative ADPD, which saw an increase by more than one point to reach 3.2%.

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Source: MaltaToday

Man grievously injured whilst competing in obstacle race

Oct 9 2022

A 30-year-old man resident of Gżira has suffered grievous injuries after he was injured during an obstacle course race in Għajn Tuffieħa.

Police were informed of the incident at around 1630hrs yesterday, and preliminary investigations showed that the man suffered grievous injuries during the last part of the race whilst sliding down one of the last challenges.

The man was taken to Mater Dei Hospital by Malta Red Cross who were present at the scene of the incident. He was later certified as having suffered grievous injuries.

Investigations are ongoing and an inquiry has been opened.

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Massive €90,000 donation to Puttinu Cares during special event

Oct 9 2022

Puttinu Cares took to social media to reveal that James Caterers, with the support of Convenience Shops and Malta Healthcare Caterers Ltd, Suppliers and Friends raised the whopping amount of €90,000 for the NGO.

The surprise financial aid was given to Puttinu Cares during a party organised by the companies donating, and will go to help many people, especially children, suffering from diseases such as cancer.

The NGO thanked all those involved in the generous donation, saying that ‘well done is not enough to describe the support that you always showed us. Thank you from the bottom of our heart for your generosity.’

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Photo Source: Puttinu Cares

Diet and exercise for Garfield, Malta’s fattest rescued hedgehog

Oct 9 2022

Garfield (yes, she was named after the cartoon cat who loves lasagne) is the fattest hedgehog to ever be rescued by local volunteers. Given her excessive weight and the complications that come with it, Garfield has been given a challenge by her loving owners.

Weighing in at 2.2kg, which is almost double the size of a typical hedgehog, Garfield came to the care of volunteers last month after being found in Pieta unable to walk and with her hind legs bleeding.

Wildlife Rescue Team Malta have been keeping the public updated with Garfield’s progression, having already gone down to 1.5kg from the previous weight.

‘She is finally able to lift herself up enough to scratch with her hind legs, her legs are showing when she walks, and her walking speed is increasing’ explained the NGO.

However, should she roll up and find herself on her back, she is still unable to roll back on her tummy. She will now be strengthening her muscles at the 1.5kg weight so that she avoids saggy skin if she loses weight without gaining muscle.

You can do this Garfield! We believe in you!

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Source: Wildlife Rescue Malta FB