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The AKI x Paradiso Bar Takeover & Masterclass This Friday!

The AKI x Paradiso Bar Takeover & Masterclass This Friday!
Jan 16 2024 Share

AKI is upping the local mixology scene by collaborating with some of the best bartenders in the world.

And now they are excited to invite you to a night of mixology magic with Paradiso – listed as one of the world’s best bars, located in Barcelona, Spain.
From a masterclass showing some of the cocktails that put Paradiso at the top of the 50 Best Bars to an AKI bar takeover tasting some of these bespoke cocktails carefully crafted by Giacomo Giannotti.

Originally from Tuscany, Giacomo Giannotti grew up in the family gelateria. Following his passion for mixology, he decided to fly first to London, to settle then in Barcelona. In 2015,  he opened Paradiso – currently 4th best bar in the world for The World’s 50 Best Bars 2023 and was ranked as the #1 on The World’s 50 Best Bars in 2022. As his latest project, in 2022 he opened Monk, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar just a stone’s throw from Paradiso. Paradiso is currently, awarded as one of the World’s 50 Best Bars currently ranked at #4 in 2023 and was ranked as #1 in 2022.

The event will take place this Friday 19th January 2024, with the guest masterclass at 18:00hrs and the bar takeover at 20:00hrs.

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Emmy Awards 2023: The Bear, Beef & Succession Dominate

Emmy Awards 2023: The Bear, Beef & Succession Dominate
Jan 16 2024 Share

At the 75th Emmy Awards, three standout shows, “Succession,” “The Bear,” and “Beef,” dominated their respective categories, almost sweeping the drama, comedy, and limited series races. 

“Succession” and “The Bear” secured six wins each, while “Beef” closely followed with five trophies. Hosted by Anthony Anderson, the event featured reunions of iconic shows like “Cheers,” “The Sopranos,” and “Ally McBeal,” along with nods to current hits.

“Succession” claimed outstanding drama series, with key cast members winning individual awards. “The Bear” triumphed as outstanding comedy for its debut season, earning accolades for lead actors and creator Christopher Storer. 

“Beef” secured outstanding limited series, with Steven Yeun and Ali Wong winning lead actor and actress awards, respectively, and creator Lee Sung Jin honored for writing and directing.

HBO led in nominations with “Succession,” “The Last of Us,” and “The White Lotus.” “Ted Lasso” from Apple dominated the comedy category, while Netflix’s “Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” excelled in the limited or anthology series categories. 

The night featured emotional moments, including recognition for Christina Applegate and Niecy Nash-Betts, and tributes to past and present television favorites.

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“Monster” Nun Allegedly Abused Children At Lourdes Home, Għajnsielem

2 Women Testify On Severe Abuse By Nuns At Lourdes Home
Jan 16 2024 Share

In a constitutional case against the State, survivors detailed harrowing abuse at the Church-operated Lourdes Home in Għajnsielem, managed by the Dominican Sisters.

Testimonies from two women outlined sexual abuse, severe beatings, and mistreatment by the nuns, including instances of isolation and constant fear. 

One of the women recounted being coerced into inappropriate activities with a priest by Sister Josephine, while the other described Sister Josephine as a “monster” and revealed exposure to indecent acts during confession.

The survivors are pursuing compensation from the state and highlighted communication gaps, such as one of the women discovering her mother’s death two years late. The revelations exposed the destruction of files and documents related to their time at the home, raising concerns about accountability and justice.

The alleged abuse at Għajnsielem home spans decades, acknowledged by the Church in 1999, but gaining public attention in 2006. Despite a Church commission finding evidence of misconduct, subsequent inquiries faced denial and closed cases.

Survivors faced challenges in exposing the abuse, including denied access to medical files and document destruction. Investigations ensued, with a 2011 police probe into abuse claims against two nuns from Lourdes Home. The survivors’ pursuit of justice and acknowledgment is set to continue, with the case resuming in March.

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MCAST Students Unsure Of Graduation Due To No Agreement

MCAST Students Unsure Of Graduation Due To No Agreement
Jan 16 2024 Share

In a message from MCAST, Swieqi local council candidate and student Jordan Galea Pace spoke about the ordeal MCAST students currently find themselves in.

Due to no agreements between the MUT and the government, directives at MCASt currently mean that students will not have their marks handed to them, leaving them in limbo as to whether they will graduate or move on to the next year. 

 

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Galea Pace has said that it is unfair on students to get stuck in the middle of the inability to strike a deal, whilst also acknowledging the plight of teachers who have been negotiating for two years for better working conditions. 

Galea Pace, with the support of his fellow students, called for the a resolution to the negotiations so that the students can fairly carry on with their education. 

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