Over 35,000 Birth & Death Notifications Since 2018

Apr 23 2024

Every year, the Identity Malta agency office at Mater Dei Hospital registers an increased demand for its services. This reflects the agency’s commitment to ensuring that clients are at the center of every decision made, with the aim of delivering efficient and effective service.

Since the establishment of this office in 2018, nearly 35,000 birth and death notifications have been recorded, accounting for over 70% of all birth and death notifications entered into Malta’s Public Registry.

The Identity Malta agency celebrated its sixth anniversary since the opening of this office in the presence of Minister for Home Affairs, National Security and Employment Byron Camilleri, Minister for Health and Active Ageing Joe Etienne Abela, and Identity CEO Steve Agius.

Minister Camilleri stated, “The decision for Identity to begin offering its services at Mater Dei has led people to start receiving better service under one roof and in the most convenient place for them. Our commitment remains what we continue to build on this service to ensure people receive services in the most convenient place for them.”

Minister Joe Etienne Abela emphasized the importance of the Identity Malta agency at Mater Dei Hospital, where continuous and essential service is provided to citizens. “We are committed to continuing to offer quality service, being close to people and looking forward to further increasing the services offered,” concluded Minister Abela.

Identity CEO Steve Agius highlighted the agency’s commitment to offering services close to its clients. He explained that death notifications are now also being made in residential hospitals, such as San Vinċenz de Paul, following specialized training provided to staff. He also emphasized the important role this office plays in emergency cases involving newborns who may require urgent medical care outside of Malta.

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Statements Following Hibernians-Pieta Parent-Coach Fight

Apr 23 2024

Taking to social media, Stefano Fava, one of the Hibernians FC coaches who was a victim of assault during the parent-coach altercation following the team’s victory over Pieta Hotspurs FC, released a statement explaining the situation.

‘In total I was struck 4 times to the head’, he explained, ‘a couple of which were blind-sighted, which could have been much worse, but luckily, I came out fine’.

Java states that he’s never experienced anything like this in his long career being involved in youth category sports.

He revealed that towards the latter stages of the match, a Pieta player was booked by the referee for retaliation to one of his decisions.

From the side, Fava admitted to sarcastically congratulating the player with a ‘proset’. The player urged him to fight, which was followed by insults, offences and threats.

‘At no point did I behave in the same threatening manner, contrary to what has been said’, going on detail the multiple physical confrontations he and his colleagues experienced before stopping.

This follows a statement by Pieta Hotspurs FC Academy, in which they claimed that there were instances of provocation from the Hibernians-appointed videographer.

‘Such behaviour is unacceptable and goes against the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship’, wrote Pieta.

Fava did release an apology to Pieta no. 70 in case his sarcastic comments hurt him. However, he raised the question as to what would happen if such instances transpired again – ‘let’s hope this is a wake up call for everyone involved! Myself included.’

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The First Video Uploaded To YouTube 19 Years Ago Today

Apr 23 2024

Today marks the day the very first YouTube video was uploaded to the site.

Entitled ‘Me at the zoo’, the video is a short, 19 second video of YouTube co-founder Jawed Karim whilst at the San Diego Zoo in California.

He dedicates the video to pointing out the long trunks of elephants and how cool it is.

Karim co-founded YouTube with Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, with Karim explaining that the inspiration for the site was his inability to find videos of the 2004 Indian 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami as well as Justin Timberlake exposing Janet Jackson’s breast.

Suffice to say that the site has come a very long way – albeit not without controversy.

Do you have a favourite YouTube channel?

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A Rescued Dog’s Journey To Recovery!

Apr 23 2024

After having been rescued by local rights activist and volunteer Christa Cilia, Nenu has made a massive improvement in regards to his health!

Nenu had been spotted at Għar Lapsi earlier this year – starving due to malnourishment and with slim chances of survival.

However, Christa’s intervention assured not only his survival but his thriving, with the latest photos by Christa showing the dog’s rapid improvement into a healthy and adorable companion!

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