Paola Health Centre construction reaches advanced completion

Aug 14 2022

The Vincent Moran Regional Health Centre in Paola has officially reached an advanced stage of completion, with Project Manager Clint Borg explaining to TVM News on the work accomplished so far.

He revealed that the stage has been reached wherein construction is ready, including the concrete structure and the internal brickwork. Gypsum partitions are currently being mounted, with the external ramps completed and built over a once obstructing shelter.

All services are being installed and spread over six storeys. The building of the centre has taken into consideration environmental impact and it is expected that the lead certification will be awarded to verify that the design is sustainable and environmentally efficient.

Executive Head of the Medical Services Foundation (FSM) Carmen Ciantar, explained that this centre will offer a series of services, old and new.

It will be a one stop shop of services available at the Paola Health Centre as well as some which are only currently available at Mater Dei. These include ultrasounds, dental care as well as day operations which do not require hospital stays. Sexual health, mental health and nutrition will also be included in the centre’s portfolio.

The centre will also operate an emergency ambulance service for the southern parts of Malta and will have parking availably for 250 vehicles free of charge.

The project is the culmination of an investment of €40 million, 80% of which came from EU funds.

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Tom Holland returns from social media break to support mental health charities

Aug 14 2022

Fan favourite Spider-Man actor Tom Holland has been noticeably missing off social media lately, coming out with an explanation after a sudden hiatus.

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The Marvel star shared an early post on Sunday, captioned ‘Hello and goodbye’, revealing that he has had to step away from social media for the sake of his mental health.

He unpacked his decision, saying that he has lately been finding Instagram and Twitter to be over stimulating and overwhelming.

‘I get caught up and I spiral when I read things about me online and ultimately it’s very detrimental to my my mental state so I decided to take a step back and delete the app.’

His return to social media, however brief, was to inform followers about Stem 4, a charity he and his brothers sponsor at The Brothers Trust initiative.

He revealed that the reason they support the charity, which is clinically advised and contributes to helping young kids who are suffering, is because there is an awful stigma against mental health.

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‘I know that asking for help and seeking help isn’t something that we should be ashamed of, but it is something that is much easier said than done. So hopefully, these apps can be your first step towards being happier and healthier.’

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Former X Factor Malta contestant’s touching ukulele Maltese song deserves a shout out

Aug 14 2022

Singer and song-writer Brenda Debattista, better known as Bee, has a deep appreciation for the Maltese language and heritage. And this little tune performed with a ukulele blends this sentiment with her impressive musical talent.

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Many know her from her X-Factor Malta contesting, where her signature ukulele and enchanting voice left a mark on viewers, other contestants and judges alike.

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She was eventually placed in a group of 3 women under the name of ‘Reign’, making it all the way to the final six. She has since continued on with her musical journey releasing songs and sharing with us some of her deepest reflections through song.

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Celebrity Turkish chef visits Malta and jokes with local about building forts

Aug 14 2022

Celebrity Turkish chef Cuneyt Asan who specialises in meaty delicacies visited Malta and took the time to visit a wholesome video with one of the locals in Imdina.

Filming in front of a horse-drawn carriage, Asan reveals to a Maltese local that he is Turkish in a funny little skit. The Maltese then reacts by highlighting that we had to build the walls and forts of Imdina and the rest of the island to defend against the Ottoman Empire during the Great Siege of Malta in 1565.

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The video however ends with the Maltese saying ‘But now we are friends’ before the two hug it out to show all is well.

The chef, known as ’The King of Meat’. is a massive culinary celebrity, known for his special recipes and love for meat. Asan loves sharing tips and tricks to his followers, which amount to well over 421 thousand, on how to prepare a delicious steak.

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He also owns 40 restaurants and 20,000 farms whilst also employing some 2,500 workers after he started his career from scratch from a humble family.

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