No Free Tickets For Politicians On New Airline Says Finance Minister

Oct 13 2023

Appearing on an episode of Popolin, Finance Minister Clyde Caruana emphasised his position that no free tickets will be granted to politicians as the new airline is set to launch.

Asked by the host whether the benefits that politicians had previously with AirMalta will still apply, Minister Caruana said that the new airline will be a tabula rasa.

This means a completely blank state, with the new airline not continuing any of the practices that took place under the previous national airline.

The Finance Minister, along with the Prime Minister, had revealed that the new airline will be starting as of 31st March 2024, with 17 new routes announced.

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Microchip That Makes Phone Batteries Go 1 Month Without Charging Being Developed

Oct 13 2023

Researchers at Cambridge University are developing a microchip that could potentially extend smartphone battery life to an entire month, requiring only 12 charges per year.

Vaire, a commercial entity affiliated with the university, is receiving support from the UK government to lead semiconductor innovation.

Semiconductors are deemed crucial in today’s tech-driven world. The microchip project, undertaken by skilled mathematicians, centers on designing a silicon chip processor with minimal energy consumption.

This breakthrough could reduce the demand for larger batteries, leading to significantly enhanced smartphone battery performance. While detailed information about the microchip remains limited, it holds substantial promise.

Sean Redmond, CEO of SiliconCatalyst.UK, expressed confidence in the Cambridge team’s ability to deliver on this ambitious claim, highlighting the potential for revolutionary advancements in mobile phone technology.

The microchip, over 100 times smaller than current models, draws inspiration from existing medical devices like cochlear implants. This initiative is part of a $1.5 million program aimed at transforming lives globally, including a chip designed to assist individuals with conditions like Parkinson’s disease.

Although this technology hasn’t seen significant progress in recent years, researchers are optimistic about future developments.

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Invest In Local Councils To Inspire Youth To Join Says Activist

Invest In Local Councils To Inspire Youth To Join, Steve Zammit Lupi

Oct 13 2023

Local activist Steve Zammit Lupi issued a statement addressing the recent bill which could see 16 or 17 year olds in Malta being eligible to run for local mayor.

Not a stranger to involvement in local community work, Zammit Lupi urged 16 year olds to enjoy their lives, to involve themselves in their community, organisations and band clubs, to travel to experience different people and cultures, and to study hard to achieve their goals.

He also addressed the elect adult politicians, asking them to work harder to strengthen local councils through sensible reforms.

‘If you want to be progressive then let us strengthen the operation of local councils, their resources, their funds and let us remove the partisan influence that has bothered and confused so man people.’

He asked that the chairs on the local council be reduced by half, and that a mayor’s job is taken on full-time and councillor’s work be done part time. ‘That way, we raise the level’.

‘This way, when the youth become adults they are seriously inspired to be of service to the localities because the system genuinely wants to you to get involved.’

In a separate comment on the post, Zammit Lupi revealed that he speaks with other councillors elected in various localities.

‘Do you know what they tell me? That they are sad and frustrated that they do not find resources to work with and that there is no sincere space. They give up or get confused. They say it is not worth it. This hurts me.’

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Fight Breaks Out In Marsalforn; Alex Borg Calls For Enforcement

Oct 13 2023

Nationalist MP Alex Borg took to social media to report on a fight that had taken place in Marsalforn.

After having issued various posts on safety in Gozo, Borg posted another instance of altercations taking place in Marsalforn, Gozo.

‘Another sad scene. Let’s not keep going on like this. Honourable Byron Camilleri, this is not a perception but a reality that takes place everyday.’

Borg has been vocal about the issue, even calling out Minister Byron Camilleri to join him in asking whether residents feel safe.

The PN MP had reported how 5 robberies had taken place in Gozo in one night, and had even earlier shared a video of an altercation which had taken place in the same locality.

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