Olive Oil Price Skyrockets in EU: 75% Increase Since 2021

Nov 3 2023

In 2023, food prices in the European Union continued to rise, following significant increases in 2022.

Data from the second and third quarters of the year indicated a slower rise in the prices of certain items. In September 2023, compared to January 2021 and 2022, the prices of eggs, butter, and potatoes in the EU were higher but had slightly moderated from previous months.

However, the cost of olive oil consistently increased, reaching a 75% rise from January 2021 to September 2023. Potato prices had surged by 53% in September 2023, with a peak in June 2023 at 60% higher.

Egg prices, 37% higher than January 2021, stabilised in the first half of 2023 and slightly decreased in August and September.

Butter prices reached a peak in December 2022, rising by 44% compared to January 2021, and then gradually decreased, remaining 27% more expensive in September 2023.

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Man Drops Cocaine Sachet Whilst Signing Bail Book… Then Released On Bail

Nov 3 2023

A 38-year-old man, who was charged with attempting to bribe a witness into giving false testimony, has been released on bail for the eighth time.

Terence Cini, from Qormi, was also charged with cocaine possession and violating seven sets of bail conditions. The prosecution opposed bail due to Cini’s criminal record, but his defense lawyers, Franco Debono, Rene Darmanin Alfred Abela, argued that he was innocent and challenged the credibility of the laboratory used for drug testing.

Despite the objections, the court granted Cini bail once again, requiring him to sign a bail book three times a week, observe a curfew, and provide a deposit and personal guarantee for his release.

Whilst at the Qormi Police Station on October 8th, Cini reportedly dropped what was found to be 4.95g of cocaine. CCTV footage held by the police found that a sachet fell out of the man’s pocket.

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Mercury Towers Unveil Official Opening Date: 10th November 2023

Nov 3 2023

After months of anticipation, Mercury Towers have unveiled the date of the massive project’s opening, welcoming the public to get a first look on November 10th, 2023.

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In a sleek, recently-posted reel hyping up the opening of Malta’s tallest tower, members of the Mercury Towers team are seen preparing to welcome shoppers to a brand new experience.

As seen in the reel, shops will include K-Optics, Lacoste, Levi’s, Longchamp, Lowes, Maje, Mango and more.

The question remains: are you ready?

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Dimitar Berbatov Has Wholesome Fan Meeting Whilst Walking In Valletta

Nov 3 2023

After being spotted cruising along the coast of Kemmuna, Bulgarian football legend has once again been spotted strolling through Valletta, even engaging with Manchester United fans in the process.

Whilst filming what seems to be a Manchester United-related campaign decked in the Red Devils’ signature clothing, the former striker even found some time to chat with a fan and sign his United shirt.

The campaign likely revolves around the promotion of the Maltese Islands as part of Visit Malta’s partnership with the Premier League side in order to boost tourism towards the country.

Are you a Berbatov fan?

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