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PN demands prison reform after second suicide-related inmate death in 2021

PN demands prison reform after second suicide-related inmate death in 2021
Aug 18 2021 Share

After a prison inmate at Corradino Correctional Facility who attempted suicide died eight days following the incident, a national outcry and inquiry into the prison’s leadership was ignited. So much so that the Opposition Party, heralded by Bernard Grech, called for the immediate removal of the prison’s current leadership. The Nationalist Party is demanding comprehensive prison reform to protect the lives of inmates whilst also respecting the prison’s role as a rehabilitation facility. 

The PN said that both Minister Byron Camilleri and the current prison administration have lost all credibility to carry out the aforementioned requirements of a prison. The attempted suicide prompted the launch of a board captained by psychiatrist Anton Grech to review suicide prevention measures at the correctional facility. 

The passing of Colin Galea is the second loss related to suicide in Malta’s prison this year alone. 29-year-old Kim Borg attempted suicide in prison this June and died three weeks later. Coupled with images released by Xarabank host Peppi Azzopardi of the inhumane so-called ‘single room’, the prison is currently facing public criticism and proposals by the Opposition to consider various reforms. 

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Photo Source: Wikipedia, Bernard Grech FB, Colin Grech FB, Byron Camilleri FB

One of Malta’s favourite catering companies opening doors in Sliema

One of Malta’s favourite catering companies opening doors in Sliema
Aug 18 2021 Share

Renowned as prime caterers for events in Malta and for their delicious confections, Busy Bee will be opening its third outlet in Triq ix-Xatt,Sliema. The household name already has hubs in Msida and Mriehel, with this extension bringing their savouries and excellent services to a new location. 

Busy Bee boast experience and professionalism when it comes to attending and providing for wedding ceremonies and other events. And if you’re just looking for a relaxing and taste-bud satisfying time, their menus offer everything from hot beverages, crepes, signature cannoli and even refreshing ice creams. And now, Sliema will be receiving the Busy Bee treatment. 

Here’s what went down last time we visited Busy Bee!

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Photo Source: Duncan Friggieri, Busy Bee FB

Cikku Fenech Land Rover to be restored in new garden renovation

Cikku Fenech Land Rover to be restored in new garden renovation
Aug 17 2021 Share

As the abandoned field which once belonged to fugitive Cikku Fenech prepares for a million-euro renovation, parliamentary secretary for citizenship and communities Alex Muscat called for the renovation of the derelict Land Rover. Muscat stated that the vehicle should be restored for the benefit of the garden, having had a rather infamous history and being the vehicle used by Cikku to sell vegetables. 

Valletta Cultural Agency head Jason Micallef criticised the plan and highlighted how the people of Mosta remember the Land Rover for all the wrong reasons, such as being left in the middle of roads with no one daring to speak to Cikku. 

Micallef stated how the garden should not even be named after Fenech, as this would send an ugly message to future generations. He pointed out how Fenech’s story does not deserve glorification for several reasons. 

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Photo Source: Alex Muscat FB

Here’s everything we know about Kanye West’s album ‘DONDA’

Here's everything we know about Kanye West's album 'DONDA'
Aug 17 2021 Share

Beyond being one of the most prolific and controversial artists in music history, Kanye West has garnered a reputation of having the worst track records with album roll-outs and by the looks of it, his latest project ‘DONDA’ is no different.

Named after his late mother with the same name, DONDA will serve as a follow-up to Kanye’s 2019 project ‘Jesus is King’, an album which many called his worst one to date.

With Kanye being Kanye, delays and viral moments are expected in the build-up towards the hopeful release of his latest works, but here’s everything we know so far about DONDA.

He’s living at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium until he finishes it

Amongst the most viral and talked about moments of the DONDA album build-up was the reveal of Kanye West’s room within Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz stadium, in which he is living in until he finishes the album.

Reports have also emerged that Kanye is like spending $1 million per day to stay at the stadium until the album is done.

West shared an image of his room within the 71,000-seat stadium, where he also hosted the record-breaking listening party, in which he also has a twin bed, a television, a small closet and a private chef.

 

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It has already broken a handful of records

In addition to the absolutely mind-boggling price tag on staying at the stadium, the second Donda listening party went on to become Apple Music’s most-watched livestream in history.

Also impressively, sources have revealed that the second listening party raked in over $7 million from in-person merchandise sales; close to the same amount that Kanye’s Yeezy x Gap coat made in one night.

It’s packed with features

No stranger to collaboration, Kanye West has worked with everyone from Bon Iver to Elton John, Daft Punk to Gesaffelstein and everything in between, with DONDA expected to keep up the feature momentum.

Reports and leaks have revealed that the album may include features from Travis Scott, Jay-Z, Roddy Rich, Lil Durk, Lil Baby, Baby Keem, Don Toliver, Pusha T and even a late entry from The Weeknd.

Delays are a given

Despite initially being scheduled for release in July 2020, DONDA seemed to have got lost in the fold, with the subsequent release date being after Kanye’s first listening event at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where once again it failed to drop.

This repeated itself on August 5 where the album remained unreleased following the second party, with fans increasingly eager for the release after every minor change; including Apple Music updating the album’s description on their platform.

From alleged previews on Beats by Dre ads to the occasional controversial tweet from fellow artists and producers, the roll-out of DONDA is as stressful as it gets.

Kanye and Drake could be playing the waiting game

With Drake seeming to be in the same boat as Kanye when it comes to delays on his latest album ‘Certified Lover Boy’, many are suspecting that the two rap superstars are waiting for each other to drop the album so as to not clash in stream rates and numbers. Despite Kanye and Drake reportedly being in good terms, a streaming battle would mean good money for their shared label Universal Music Group and fans would definitely enjoy music from their favourite artists.

Tag someone who can’t wait for Kanye’s new album.

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