School receptionist accused of sexual abuse of security staff

Sep 20 2021

A school receptionist has been arraigned on charges of sexually harassing up to 3 members of security staff which were all stationed on school premises. The accused, Joseph Borg, 61, is a Marsascala resident who plead not guilty to the charges of committing non-consensual sexual acts, harassment and requesting sexual favors from the three different individuals. With the school not identified in the proceedings, the court was told by Inspector Joseph Busuttil that the accused had been asking for sexual favors from three female staff members.

He had allegedly also rubbed himself against one of the victims. The accused’s lawyer, Robert Piscopo, requested bail but the prosecution objected, arguing that there was a big problem with the witnesses. With five witnesses in total, four having worked with him, Piscopo argued that each case had to be dealt with on its individual merits. Piscopo pointed to Borg’s clean criminal record, saying that if he were given conditions, the accused would work with them. The defence also pointed out that the accused had just been diffused from hospital but Magistrate Ian Farrugia denied bail, citing the early stage in proceedings and the fear of the accused approaching witnesses.

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PN promises better and more help for cancer patients

Sep 20 2021

The Nationalist Party issued a statement highlighting how cancer patients and their families a better quality life. In a news press conference, the Opposition Party spoke about how, despite charity being a noble act, cancer treatment has become too dependent upon the goodwill of people, groups and initiatives. This has led to loss of hope among cancer patients, says the party, and worse, inefficient resources to receive the required treatment. Health spokesperson Stephen Spiteri, spokesperson for social politics and the family Claudette Buttigieg and electoral candidate Ian Vassallo brought forward a number of proposals to be undertaken by a Nationalist government in terms of cancer treatment.

The first objective listed is to give the best biological cure to the cancer patient, followed by other such measures – the allocation of necessary financial aid to give free treatment through first-line medicine; the constant updating of latest medicine with the patient not having to depend upon other entities; the foundation of a drug fund so as to avoid patients having to endure bureaucracy and; the widening of access to supportive medicines to reduce the effects of medication. The second objective entails prevention before it is all too late, followed by holistic aid to reduce the patient and family suffering.

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Sarah paves the way for body-positivity in the local model industry

Sep 20 2021

Freelance model and blogger Sarah managed to land, and absolutely slay, an opportunity to model at Miss Universe Malta for the Piccinino Fashion Show last Friday. Speaking to this newsroom, Sarah revealed how she had been working immensely hard for the past couple of years to try and break into the modelling industry. However, as a size 14 model and not meeting the height requirement, this proved immensely difficult for Sarah. She nonetheless did not give up on her goal, seeking to help aspiring models just like her. Having suffered from mental health issues throughout her teenage years, mostly because of how she looked, she found a way to love herself and her body.

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Fast forward to last Friday and Sarah managed to break through the fashion barriers. She realized how the struggles she endured were mainly due to the lack of representation in the fashion and modelling industry. But now, as she paves the way for future models, she has managed to make connections in the scene and received an amazing reaction as she dominated the catwalk. Sarah, who is also a proud owner at the ‘hobblilekinnifsek’ store, will be making huge waves in the industry ahead!

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‘Sport is my life’ says Keith Demicoli on new ‘Game On’ show

Sep 20 2021

For his very first weekly show of ‘Game On’, local star Ben Camille interviews, and challenges, beloved newscaster Keith Demicoli about what role sport played in his life. In the 20 minute interview jam-packed with in depth conversations with Demicoli and fun challenges, the guest reveals how sport contributed to his becoming a newscaster. Keith speaks about how, despite it not being super obvious, his love for sport has helped him overcome challenges out in the world.

Keith tells the audience how sport showed him how life is a constant challenge which one must continuously strive to be better at. Practicing physical activity also helped Keith clear his mind when in moments under pressure and how to be able to learn and take criticism from those who have mastered the craft one wishes to succeed in. Keith was also presented golden opportunities because of sport, something which is reflective of the practice itself. And that’s not all, because you get to watch Demicoli and Ben Camille compete with a game of bottle-flip burpees!

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