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Supporters no longer able to buy beer around World Cup stadiums in Qatar

Supporters no longer able to buy beer around World Cup stadiums in Qatar
Nov 18 2022 Share

Only two days before the Qatar World Cup’s opening match, a decision by FIFA has ruled that supporters will not be able to buy Budweiser beer.

Due to the beer brand being a FIFA sponsor, it was previously the only alcoholic beverage available at the World Cup stadiums.

As a result of this decision, those in attendance will not be allowed to consume alcohol within the stadium and its perimeter, with all beer sales points removed from the World Cup’s facilities.

It was previously stated that Budweiser was to be on sale within the stadium’s perimeters three hours before kick-off and one hour after the final whistle, with the decision ultimately revoked due to Qatar’s concern on the impact of alcohol sales on people who do not practice drinking culture.

Alcohol will still be on sale at designated fan zones, but many have expressed dissatisfaction and concern with FIFA’s alleged loss of control on the tournament, citing a “lack of communication and clarity from the organising committee towards supporters.”

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Malta’s women come together to launch book celebrating female success stories

Nov 18 2022 Share

A number of women came together in Parliament on Friday to celebrate the launch of the book ‘Resilient Women: Conversations about mastering life’, a publication which gathers the experiences of 15 women from different walks of life.

Edited by Stephanie Fabri, Professor Andrew Azzopardi, Professor Vincent Cassar and economist Kirsten Cutajar Miller, the publication and subsequent documentary celebrate the life trajectories of women who became successful in their objectives despite many obstacles.

Stories include those of women coming from the business sector, politics, religion, social work, physiotherapy and more.

The book can be found in all leading bookstores from today, with the documentary to be aired on TVM.

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Manchester United plan to sue & ban Cristiano Ronaldo following controversial interview

Manchester United plan to sue & ban Cristiano Ronaldo following controversial interview
Nov 18 2022 Share

Following the aftermath of Cristiano Ronaldo’s controversial two-part interview with Piers Morgan, Manchester United have assembled a legal team to sue the Portuguese player for alleged breach of contract.

The issue likely means that the Portuguese superstar will never play for Manchester United again, with reports suggesting that Ronaldo has been asked not to return to the United training base after his World Cup performance with Portugal in Qatar.

 “Manchester United has this morning initiated appropriate steps in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent media interview. We will not be making further comment until this process reaches its conclusion”, a club statement read.

Mere hours after Ronaldo’s interview aired on Piers Morgan Uncensored, a mural with the player’s likeness removed from Old Trafford’s facade. While the timing of the issue seems to make sense, the club had confirmed that the stadium’s branding had to be changed ahead of the Rugby League World Cup final.

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WATCH: Car bursts into flames & explodes in San Gwann, leaving trail of fire

WATCH: Car bursts into flames & explodes in San Gwann, leaving trail of fire
Nov 18 2022 Share

Newly-surfaced footage shows a car leaving a trail of fire after it burst into flames and exploded in San Gwann.

The incident took place in Triq Felic Borg, San Gwann at around quarter past midnight, with a car visibly disintegrating as a result of a large flame.

 

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Two shop facades and five other vehicles were affected by the fire, with multiple San Gwann residents evacuated from their homes as a safety precaution.

No injuries were sustained and police investigations are currently under way.

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