Over 2,400 Fines Issued For Phone Use While Driving In First 3 Months Of 2025

Apr 23 2025

A total of 2,493 fines were issued to drivers caught using their mobile phones while driving in the first three months of 2025, according to data released by the Local Enforcement System Agency (LESA).”

The use of mobile phones behind the wheel was the most frequently penalised traffic offence in the first quarter of the year. It was followed by violations related to continuous white lines, which accounted for 1,168 fines during the same period.

Not wearing seatbelts also remained a persistent issue, with 857 fines handed out in the first three months of the year. Meanwhile, offenses involving the safety of children in vehicles, though significantly lower in number, still saw 65 fines issued — highlighting ongoing concerns about child passenger protection.

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Malta With 3rd Lowest Median Age Among EU Countries

Apr 23 2025

According to new data released by Eurostat, Malta had the third lowest median age at 39.8, with the median age of the EU’s population set at 44.7 years as of January 2024.

The country with the highest median age was Italy at 48.7 years, followed by Portugal and Bulgaria (both 47.1 years), and Greece at 46.9.

The lowest was registered in Ireland at 39.4 years, followed by Luxembourg at 39.7 years.

12.3% of Malta’s population was aged between 0 and 14 in 2024, a drop from 14.4% in 2014.

Meanwhile, 69.3% of the Maltese population was aged between 15 and 64, followed by 18.4% of those aged 65 and over.

The study found that ‘the population of the EU on 1 January 2024 was estimated at 449.3 million people. Children aged between 0 and 14 years made up 14.6% of the EU’s population, while people considered to be of working age (15 to 64 years) accounted for 63.8% of the population.’

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EP President Roberta Metsola Interviewed On Rai’s TG2 On Pope Francis’ Legacy

Apr 23 2025

In an interview with Rai’s Tg2, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola confirmed that she will attend the Pope’s funeral in Rome.

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Speaking in Italian, Metsola recounted her cherished memories of meeting the pontiff, saying that together they spoke about peace and hope.

Her presence underscores the significance of the occasion on both a spiritual and political level, as global leaders prepare to pay their final respects.

Interviewed by the director Antonio Preziosi, Metsola said, “I join millions around the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. I had the privilege and honour of meeting Pope Francis last October. A conversation that will stay in my heart, always. We spoke about the need to keep humanity at the heart of everything we do.”

“I will never forget his contagious smile that touched the hearts of whoever met him. The People’s Pope was more than a spiritual leader. He was a global voice for those who are often forgotten and for justice.”

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Today Is World Book Day

Apr 23 2025

April 23rd is World Book Day, also known as World Book and Copyright Day or International Day of the Book.

This is an annual event organised by UNESCO which aims to promote reading, publishing, and copyright.

The very first World Book Day was celebrated in 1995, and continues to be recognised on that same day.

On the occasion, UNESCO select a World Book Capital for one year, with the city carrying out a program of activities to celebrate and promote books and reading.

In 2024, Strasbourg was designated as the World Book Capital.

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