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Tallinja card holders to be able to donate credit to Puttinu Cares

Tallinja card holders to be able to donate credit to Puttinu Cares
Mar 30 2023 Share

Malta Public Transport has just launched a facility to allow Tallinja card holders to apply for a refund for any residual credit on their cards – or, if they’re feeling charitable, have the option to donate the credit to Puttinu Cares. 

The refund process will be introduced in a staggered approach, starting with the Gozo cards in April 2023. 

This follows the introduction of free public transport for all Tallinja Card holders as customers gain the option of topping up their Cards to pay for Tallinja Direct services, Tallinja on Demand, as well as Valletta Ferry Services and the Upper Barrakka lift. 

During 2023, customers will be able to use their card on more services, as they become available as the credit on Tallinja Cards does not expire. 

‘Customers whose credit on their Tallinja Card amounts to less than €5 are able to spend this credit on any of the other mobility services available or donate it to Puttinu Cares Foundation. For clarity, all Tallinja Card customers will be able to donate all their Tallinja Card credit, irrespective of the amount on their card. All donations made to Puttinu Cares Foundation will be made in full, without any deductions from the credit on the Tallinja card.’ 

Customers can request their refund or donate to Puttinu based on the following schedule: From April onwards, Gozo cards; From May onwards, Child and Concession Cards; From June onwards, Adult and Student cards. 

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France may make influencers label their filtered photos

France may make influencers label their filtered photos
Mar 30 2023 Share

The French government is currently considering a proposed legislation which would require influencers to label content which is filtered, retouched or augmented in any way. 

This proposal would also ban the influencers from promoting plastic surgery as part of paid partnerships. 

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France’s Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire revealed via a Tweet on March 24th that enacting this law would help limit the ‘destructive psychological effects of filtering and retouching on internet users’ self-esteem.’ 

Despite research concerning this requiring further investigation, it is currently being reported that heavy social media use and the viewing of highly manipulated images showcasing ‘perfect’ bodies can have negative psychological impacts on young users, especially girls. 

This follows a recent social media uproar caused by the New Bold Glamour TikTok filter. 

The filter was used by millions as they highlighted how accurate the filter was, not being impacted by waving hands in front of one’s face. Many critiqued the filter for its potentially damaging effects on self-esteem. 

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UK could ban fruit-flavoured vapes to crack down on overuse

UK could ban fruit-flavoured vapes to crack down on overuse
Mar 30 2023 Share

The UK government is looking to crack down on the use of vapes and could end up even banning the fruit-favourite nicotine products. 

According to ITV, it is expected that Public Health minister Neil O’Brien will make a statement next month to call for an investigation into the issue. This could potentially bring the end for the fruity flavoured vapes after they were found to have risen in popularity, and rates of addiction, in recent years. 

Still, the UK government is keen on promoting vaping among adults as an alternative to youth. It was found by an Ash report last year that the proportion of children aged 11 to 17 using vapes rose from 4% in 2020 to 7% in 2022. 

This would follow a similar move by the Chinese government, which banned the sale of the e-cigarettes as part of a crackdown. The e-cigarettes can still be manufactured in China to be shipped around the world, but the vapes that have flavourings other than tobacco cannot be sold on the domestic market. 

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Over 15,000 e-scooter rides everyday in summer confirms Minister

Over 15,000 e-scooter rides everyday in summer confirms Minister
Mar 30 2023 Share

Transport and Infrastructure Minister Aaron Farrugia said on Wednesday revealed plans to introduce parking bays for e-scooters in various Maltese localities due to the amount of rides which take place. 

Farrugia confirmed that this proposal, which comes after the introduction of 40 parking bays in San Gwann, aims to replicate the success achieved in that locality. 

Among the localities which will get parking bays include St Julian’s, Sliema, Gżira, and Ta’ Xbiex. The Minister also confirmed that there were 15,000 daily e-scooter rides in the summer. 

This also comes after much pushback by the Maltese public as well as prominent figures, including Shadow Minister Adrian Delia, for more regulation in regards to the use of this alternative mode of transportation. 

What do you think of this new proposal?

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