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Popularity Of Baby Names Barbie And Ken Explodes

Popularity Of Baby Names Barbie And Ken Explodes
Aug 10 2023 Share

We might soon have to welcome a new generation of kids named Barbie and Ken, following the huge success of the recently released hit film by Greta Gerwig. 

According to a baby-naming website, Nameberry, searches for the names Barbie and Ken have skyrocketed as the movie continues to break record after record. 

Since April, searches by expecting parents considering Barbie, which is short for Barbara, shot up by a whopping 603%. 

Barbie was already a popular name back in the 1960s, given that the doll was released in 1959. The popularity dropped, with the name Ken, a shorter version of the Scottish name Kenneth, retaining its popularity throughout the years. 

Following the Barbie Movie release, the name Ken was searched by more than 293% the normal rate. 

Following the portrayals by Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, it seems as though we might see a resurgence in the names, bringing the iconic meme phrases ‘Hi Barbie’ and ‘He’s just Ken’ closer to reality. 

Would you name your kids Barbie or Ken?

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The Sun Describes Malta As Amsterdam On The Sea

The Sun Describes Malta As Amsterdam On The Sea
Aug 10 2023 Share

The Sun, a popular British tabloid, just published an article describing Malta as the country where young holidaymakers can find good food, cheap booze and legal weed. 

Malta was also described as ‘Amsterdam-on-sea’, given how the Netherland’s iconic city is normally associated with stereotypes Malta is, according to this article, taking on. 

‘WITH racy dance shows, boozed-up Brits and the sickly sweet smell of cannabis filling the air, this European holiday hotspot might sound a little familiar.’

‘But it is not the infamous red light district of Amsterdam, where millions of tourists flock each year for legal joints and X-rated thrills.’

‘In 2021, the picturesque island – situated between Sicily and the North African coast – became the first EU country to legalise the cultivation and personal use of cannabis.’

‘The landmark ruling has led to dedicated drug shops popping up alongside the countless nightclubs in Paceville – a party district with rowdy nightlife to rival Magaluf.’

‘Just a few hundred metres from the strip, where twenty-somethings party hard into the early hours, is a booze and cigarette shop that sells pre-rolled joints.’ 

‘Malta, a former favourite of families and the elderly, has emerged in recent years as the Med’s new Party Central.’

‘Young Brits are flocking here on the three-hour flights from London to take advantage of some of the lowest prices in Europe and drinking games organised by party groups.’ 

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Love Islanders Share Photos From The Villa Part 2

Love Islanders Share Photos From The Villa Part 2
Aug 10 2023 Share

The Love Island Malta contestants have started sharing some of the photos they snapped whilst in the villa. 

Taking to social media, the contestants started sharing some of their most memorable moments they personally immortalised in photos. 

 

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Here’s a look at what the contestants got up to behind the scenes!

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Local Altar Boy Meets Pope Francis In Vatican Trip

Local Altar Boy Meets Pope Francis In Vatican Trip
Aug 10 2023 Share

Nathan Żammit, a Maltese altar boy from Parroċċa Santa Luċija, has just returned from a trip to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. 

There, Nathan had the opportunity to meet Pope Francis as well as Gozitan Cardinal Mario Grech. 

The parish church shared on social media how this was a very special trip for Nathan, giving him the chance to offer his service in helping various priests and cardinals during mass at the Basilica. 

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