Taylor Swift Officially Joins Forbes’ Billionaire List

Apr 3 2024

Taylor Swift has recently joined the ranks of the world’s wealthiest individuals, marking her debut on the Forbes World’s Billionaires List with a net worth of $1.1 billion.

Alongside her, Sam Altman, the creator of the AI chatbot ChatGPT, also entered the list with a net worth of $1 billion. LVMH’s Bernard Arnault and his family lead the chart with an estimated wealth of $233 billion.

The number of billionaires has reached a record high of 2,781, collectively owning $14.2 trillion in wealth. Swift’s rise to billionaire status comes not only from her music career but also from her influence in other areas, such as boosting NFL viewing figures by attending games.

The majority of the top 10 richest individuals are from the US, with technology industry leaders dominating. Elon Musk follows Arnault as the second richest person with $195 billion, while Jeff Bezos ranks third.

Despite global economic uncertainty, the wealth of billionaires has continued to grow significantly, with a 255% increase over the past decade. The US maintains its lead in billionaire numbers, followed by China and India.

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Here’s What Will Happen Thursday As Malta Gets A New President

Apr 3 2024

This Thursday, Malta will experience something that only happens every 4/5 years – Malta will be getting a new president. Dr Myriam Spiteri Debono’s oath taking ceremony will take place tomorrow April 4th 2024 during a special Parliamentary sitting at Valletta’s Presidential Palace.

Dr Myriam Spiteri Debono is expected to exit her private residence in Birkirkara at 09:15hrs. From there she will make her way to St John’s Co-Cathedral for a mass led by Malta’s Archbishop Charles Scicluna.

At around 11:00hrs, the president elect, along with her husband, will make their way to St George’s Square. The public will be invited to welcome the president along the road to the palace.

Dr Myriam Spiteri Debono is expected to take her oath of appointment at around 12:15hrs, with the oath being signed & confirmed by speaker Anġlu Farrugia. Dr Myriam Spiteri Debono will then make her first address as the new President of Malta, before addressing the public from the palace’s balcony.

A flypast by the Armed Forces of Malta’s Airforce will greet the new president and Prime Minister Abela. The ceremony will end with the placing of flowers on the War Monument, before the President enters San Anton Palace.

The public and organisations are urged to raise a Maltese flag on the day of appointment.

Will you be attending?

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Drunken Man Pees On Floor On 1st KM Malta Airline Day

Apr 2 2024

According to court proceedings detailed by Times of Malta, a man admitted in court to urinating on the floor of a KM Malta Airlines plane after disobeying cabin crew orders to wait for the bathroom.

German national Andreas Heize, 49, was on a flight from Berlin when he asked to use the bathroom during the seatbelt sign.

Despite crew instructions to wait, Heize became aggressive and relieved himself on the carpeted floor. Witnesses observed his actions, leading to his arrest upon arrival in Malta.

He was found to be intoxicated and pleaded guilty, expressing regret. Magistrate Joseph Gatt sentenced him to a three-month suspended jail term after considering submissions from both sides.

Despite learning it was Heize’s birthday soon, Magistrate Gatt warned him to avoid further misconduct, emphasizing the consequences of repeated offenses.

Lawyer Adriano Spiteri represented Heize in court. The incident occurred on the airline’s inaugural day of service, drawing attention to the importance of following flight protocols and maintaining decorum while traveling.

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New Airline Ordered To Include Maltese, Prime Minister Says

Apr 2 2024

Prime Minister Robert Abela stated on Tuesday that KM Malta Airlines must ensure its cabin crew can speak Maltese, particularly when he flies with the national carrier.

Abela’s comments came in response to criticism over the airline’s decision to drop Maltese proficiency as a requirement for cabin crew hires, a move aimed at broadening the pool of prospective recruits.

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The Nationalist Party condemned this decision, labeling it “shameful” for a national carrier not to prioritize the country’s primary language. In response, Abela emphasized the importance of treating the Maltese language with respect and safeguarding it in state agencies.

A spokesperson for KM Malta Airlines assured that at least one cabin crew member on each flight would speak Maltese, with a commitment to adopting Maltese as the airline’s first language.

Abela also expressed the need for government buildings and projects to use Maltese in signage, stressing the importance of preserving the language’s unique identity. While no specific examples were mentioned, the emphasis was placed on valuing and safeguarding the Maltese language.

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