Scarlett Johansson Spotted in Malta

Aug 18 2024

American film star Scarlett Johansson is in Malta and has been spotted at a Valletta jewellery store.

Gold Price Malta took to Facebook on Saturday to thank the actress for her presence, sharing a snap with Johansson. “It was simply a pleasure and honor to have you at our shop”, the post read, as many took to the comments to welcome the actress.

Johansson’s presence in Malta is due to her lead role on the upcoming Jurassic World film, which she is also set to produce.

The actress’s husband, SNL host Colin Jost, was also seen in Malta a few days ago as part of a gag surrounding the Paris Olympics.

This will be the second Jurassic World movie to be filmed in Malta, with the last iteration in Jurassic World: Dominion having welcomed Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and more to the island for the third-highest-grossing film of 2022.

The next Jurassic World is expected to be released in 2025.

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Watch: Maltese Racer Duncan Micallef Breaks European Speed Record

Aug 17 2024

Duncan Micallef has once again made headlines, this time by setting a new European speed record at the Scandinavian Internationals held at the Tierp Arena, an official round of the FIA European Drag Racing Championship.

The Maltese racer delivered another outstanding performance as he continues his pursuit of a second FIA European Drag Racing Championship title.

Micallef secured pole position with a remarkable time of 3.79 seconds, reaching an incredible speed of 517,24 km per hour. This achievement shattered the previous European speed record of 321.01 mph, held by Finland’s Ida Zetterström.

In addition to breaking the speed record, Micallef’s final time was 0.10 seconds faster than the previous European time record set by Zetterström, further solidifying his status as a top contender in the sport.

Beyond his accomplishments on the track, Micallef also serves as the head of the Malta Motorsport Federation and was recently elected as the chair of the FIA’s Drag Racing Commission, underscoring his extensive expertise and leadership in the world of drag racing.

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Local Sailor Discovers Large Quantity of Ghost Nets in Maltese Sea

Aug 17 2024

A local sailor has uncovered a significant environmental threat in the Maltese seas: ghost nets, which are lost or abandoned fishing gear drifting through the waters. In collaboration with Zibel Malta, this effort aims to protect and preserve the delicate marine ecosystems around Malta.

Ghost nets, often composed of durable synthetic materials, pose severe risks to marine life, entangling sea creatures, damaging coral reefs, and disrupting fragile ecosystems. These discarded nets can linger in the ocean for decades, contributing to a growing global crisis.

Organisations such as the Global Ghost Gear Initiative (GGGI) and Ghost Diving are spearheading efforts to tackle this issue on a broader scale. Their work involves retrieving hazardous nets, preventing further losses, and recycling materials to minimise their environmental impact.

Zibel Malta proudly supports these initiatives through the dedicated efforts of our volunteer divers, whose work is crucial in mitigating the impact of ghost nets and enhancing the health of our seas.

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Request For The Indigenous Goat In Malta To Be Saved From Extinction

Aug 17 2024

The Breeds of Origin Conservancy has formally requested the recognition of the indigenous Maltese goat as a critically endangered ‘Traditional Population’ and a ‘Local Breed at Risk.’ In a letter addressed to the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, and Animal Rights, Dr. Anton Refalo, the organization highlighted the breed’s historic and cultural significance, noting that it has not been properly recognized in Malta.

Although the Maltese goat was officially recorded and standardized in Italy as the Capra Maltese, local efforts have lagged. Darryl Grech, founder of the Breeds of Origin Conservancy and President of the Maltese Cooperative for Goats and Sheep (Koperattiva Maltija tal-Mogħoż u n-Nagħaġ), emphasized that the time has come to nationally recognize and safeguard this breed, which has been documented since the early 19th century.

To support their request, the organizations submitted a comprehensive document tracing the history of the Maltese goat, underscoring its importance and the need for urgent conservation measures.

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/383154153_AN_OVERVIEW_OF_THE_INDIGENOUS_GOAT_OF_THE_MALTESE_ISLANDS_THROUGH_VARIOUS_LITERATURE_-_To_officially_recognise_the_Indigenous_Goat_of_the_Maltese_islands_as_a_critically_endangered_Traditional_Populat?channel=doi&linkId=66becd12145f4d35535d5f8d&showFulltext=true

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