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The Malta International Arts Festival returns between the 16 and 25 June 2023

The Malta International Arts Festival returns between the 16 and 25 June 2023
May 25 2023 Share

The Malta International Arts Festival, organised by Festivals Malta, has become a staple event within the local and international community, known for its eclectic programme of events that champions local artists while introducing audiences to world-class performances set in unique venues.

This year, the MIAF will uphold its tradition of going beyond the conventional by hosting events at unique heritage sites, particularly within an underground water cistern dating back to the 16th century and on a two-masted vessel set to panoramic views of the Grand Harbour … what more can you ask for?

International highlights include Guilhem Desq’s mesmerising hurdy-gurdy solo extravaganza and percussionist Luís Bittencourt with a spellbinding installation for vibraphone, glass tubes and dripping water.. The Javus Quartet from Salzburg, supported by the Austrian embassy in Malta, will perform a stunning programme of string quartets choreographed by Ido Gidon and Justin Roy Barker as part of the MAD – Music & Dance residency programme which connects international artists with local talent.

Local productions include Dik is-Siġra f’Nofs ta’ Triq – a collaboration with Teatru Malta and two collaborations with Heritage Malta: ARTI – full immersion – a son et lumière installation of Maltese visual arts: and Garments of the Grand Masters which combines an exhibition of historical garments of the Knights of Malta with a live piano recital. The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Michael Laus presents Beethoven’s 6th symphony “Pastorale” and Piano Concerto No. 2 by Dmitri Shostakovich featuring prominent Greek pianist Konstantinos Destounis. Last but not least, the festival will also feature B’Riħ Jew Riefnu a theatrical performance which explores local rites and traditions associated with death.

MIAF isn’t just a festival … it is an “experience” where Malta becomes the stage and the backdrop. We highly suggest you’re part of this experience and get your tickets from www.festivals.mt/miaf. You won’t regret it.

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Car overturns in Imdina Road, Qormi

Car overturns in Imdina Road, Qormi
May 25 2023 Share

Footage sent to this newsroom shows an overturned car in Imdina Road, Qormi. 

It is unclear as of yet what caused the accident and whether anyone was injured. Two other vehicles can be seen having crashed into each other with the other vehicle flipped over as pedestrians look on.

MaltaDaily reached out to police and it was confirmed that an ambulance has arrived on site. More information as story progresses. 

 

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Heavy traffic has also been reported, with drivers urged to avoid the area. 

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270kg of cocaine hidden in banana containers intercepted

270kg of cocaine hidden in banana containers intercepted
May 25 2023 Share

Following a profiling exercise at the Freeport Terminal, Customs Malta selected several container units for an X-ray scanning, two of which showed inconsistencies and were referred for a physical inspection.

The containers were loaded with bananas and were in transhipment from Ecuador to Koper, in Slovenia.  With the assistance of police officers from the Drug Squad, Customs officers unloaded the cargo and retrieved 170 packets from one unit, and another 100 packets from the second unit all weighing 1kg each and containing a substance suspected to be cocaine.

The Duty Magistrate was informed, and an inquiry was appointed to report and investigate the case further.

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Rescue operation after person finds difficulty at Cirkewwa dive site

Rescue operation after person finds difficulty at Cirkewwa dive site
May 25 2023 Share

Earlier this morning, the Malta Rescue Coordination Centre received a call through 112 by a civilian who reported a person in difficulty at a dive site close to Cirkewwa. 

RCC Malta immediately dispatched its assets to the location, and successfully rescued the diver to safety. 

The diver was handed over to medical personnel at Mġarr, Gozo, fur further assistance. All other divers from the same group have swum safely to shore and have been accounted for. 

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