Taylor Swift Officially World’s Richest Female Musician

Oct 7 2024

Taylor Swift has officially become the world’s richest female musician, with an estimated net worth of $1.6 billion, surpassing Rihanna, who has a net worth of $1.4 billion.

Swift made her debut on Forbes’ billionaire list earlier this year, with her wealth continuing to grow due to her massive “Eras Tour” and the popularity of her music catalogue.

Forbes attributes $600 million of her fortune to royalties and touring, with another $600 million coming from her catalogue, which includes her re-recorded albums like “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” outselling the original.

Additionally, Swift has earned $125 million from real estate and reportedly made $100 million from Spotify royalties in the past year, boosted by her albums “Midnights” and the re-release of “1989.”

Bloomberg noted that Swift became a billionaire in October 2023, largely thanks to her record-breaking tour and concert film.

In other news, Swift completed the UK and European leg of her tour in August and will resume in Miami on October 18. Swift has also endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, a move that sparked backlash from Donald Trump, who publicly criticised her on social media.

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St Cajetan Statue Returns To Hamrun After Vatican Pilgrimage

Oct 7 2024

Ħamrun’s statue of St Cajetan has officially returned to its home locality in Malta after having been transported to Rome for the 500th anniversary of the Theatine Order founding.

Upon its return, the statue was rushed up the stairs of the Ħamrun church as is custom during the village feast.

During its stay in Rome, Pope Francis visited the statue and prayed in front of it.

The statue was placed in the Basilica of Sant’Andrea della Valle in Rome and later on the iconic St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

Earlier this month, the life-size statue was taken to Rome, accompanied by nearly 1,000 locals. This marked the first time the papier-mâché statue had left the parish since its completion by sculptor Carlo Darmanin in 1885.

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Great Pink Annual Bike Ride To Raise Health Awareness

Oct 7 2024

On Sunday morning, hundreds of motorbikes lined the ring road around Baviera for The Great Pink Annual Bike Ride, an event aimed at raising awareness about the importance of health and self-care.

The ride encouraged participants remain mindful of one’s health and check oneself often so as to catch anything that might need medically looking to.

‘No matter where you are on your path; If you’ve never done a self-check, start today. If you’re facing a cancer diagnosis, fight with all your strength. If you’re a survivor, live boldly. If you’re hesitant to confront these issues, open your heart and mind to empathy.’

Proceeds from the event will support the second Cancer Community Outreach Project in collaboration with the Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre, as well as fund local cancer NGOs and their initiatives.

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Man At Risk Of Dying After Falling On Rocks In Sliema

Oct 7 2024

Yesterday, at around 1900hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed near Qui Si Sana Bay, Sliema.

Preliminary investigations showed that a man, whose identity is still unknown, fell onto the rocks.

A medical team was called on site and transported the man to Mater Dei Hospital. He was later certified to have suffered serious injuries.

Investigations are still ongoing.

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