We asked you – our dear followers, who your favourite actress was… and here’s who you chose!
Zendaya seems to have gotten multiple votes as a follower favourite, having risen to prominence with HBO’s Euphoria but also through the Dune series, Spider-Man and Disney Channel’s Shake It Up.
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Other notable names were Black Widow Scarlet Johanson, Hermione herself Emma Watson and Katniss Everdeen Jennifer Lawrence.
Who did we miss?
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Malta International Airport anticipates reaching a historic milestone in 2024, targeting 8 million passengers by year-end, as announced during its annual traffic press conference.
The CEO, Alan Borg, disclosed the results for 2023, indicating a 6.7% increase in full-year traffic over 2019, totaling a record 7.8 million passengers.
This growth, equivalent to nearly 500,000 additional passenger movements, surpassed pre-pandemic levels, with a notable seat load factor peaking at 91.4% in August.
Despite challenges like macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds, Borg expressed cautious optimism for 2024. The Malta Tourism Authority’s Deputy CEO, Leslie Vella, praised the partnership between Malta Airport and MTA, attributing the airport’s success to their collaboration.
With the imminent 8 million passenger milestone, Vella committed to further collaboration for sustained, year-round growth in the Maltese tourism industry.
Borg also provided updates on ongoing infrastructure developments, marking 2024 as a pivotal year for Malta International Airport.
The completion of initial phases of terminal expansion, Apron X construction, and the initiation of projects like the VIP Terminal and SkyParks Business Centre 2 demonstrate the airport’s commitment to enhancing capacity and services.
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In 2023, TikTok achieved a significant milestone by surpassing $10 billion in user spending, marking a remarkable year for mobile spending.
Despite a decline in game-related spending, an 11% increase in consumer app sales was observed, attributed to the popularity of video-centric platforms such as TikTok and Disney+.
In-app spending on TikTok serves various purposes, including tipping creators and purchasing trending products. This form of monetization has become crucial for many in-app creators, who can also earn a percentage of sales generated through links shared in their videos.
TikTok facilitates easy product linking through yellow buttons at the video bottom, directing users to TikTok Shop.
The director of corporate marketing at data.ai, Lexi Sydow, highlighted the role of social apps and the creator economy in pioneering alternative monetization pathways beyond advertising.
Predictions for 2024 indicate a 150% growth in direct consumer monetization through in-app purchases, reaching $1.3 billion.
While app spending aligns with increased user engagement in streaming, advertising remains the primary revenue driver, constituting two-thirds of mobile sales in 2023.
Looking ahead, data.ai estimates a global mobile ad spending of $402 billion in 2024, reflecting the ongoing trend of heightened mobile usage, exemplified by British users spending an average of 27 hours per month on their phones in 2023.
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In a heartwarming display of community support, the recent ‘Paw Walk’ organized by Maltese athlete Jake Vella successfully raised a total of €6,094 for the Association for Abandoned Animals. The young and inspirational athlete, known for his resilience in the face of health challenges, took to social media to express his elation at the overwhelming response from the community.
Jake Vella, aged 14, has been battling Rapid-onset Obesity with Hypothalamic Dysfunction, Hypoventilation, and Autonomic Dysregulation (ROHHAD), a rare and complex condition that causes rapid weight gain despite leading a healthy lifestyle. Despite his own health struggles, Jake remains dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others, particularly abandoned animals.
The funds raised during the ‘Paw Walk’ will contribute to the welfare of animals in local shelters, providing much-needed support for their care and well-being. Jake Vella expressed his gratitude to the community for their generosity and shared his excitement about the significant amount collected to aid abandoned animals.
The ‘Paw Walk’ not only serves as a testament to Jake’s determination to make a difference but also highlights the kindness and compassion of the community in supporting worthy causes.
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