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This Maltese-crafted gin is the taste of summer and we’re in love

This Maltese-crafted gin is the taste of summer and we're in love
May 17 2022 Share

There are gin-lovers, and then there are those who haven’t yet discovered Islands8. As the summer starts to approach, the thought of an ice-cold gin under the Maltese sun permeates the air and when that gin is local, it tastes so much better.

Islands8 co-founders Annabel & George

Islands8 co-founders Annabel & George

The first of its kind, Islands8’s Maltese-crafted recipe is made from eight indigenous botanicals, hand-picked for their fragrant herbal aromas to give the gin a smooth, refreshing taste; the true taste of Malta. Born from the founders’ love of Malta’s rich culture and diverse flavours, the gin incorporates juniper berries & marjoram, thyme, rosemary, sage, dill, aniseed, fennel and mint to make a bold & tasteful choice for gin lovers & newcomers alike.

Islands8 is a truly distinctive gin, crafted to suit everyone’s tastes whilst offering a one-of-a-kind flavour, characteristic of the Maltese islands. Whether it’s a hard-earned sundowner on the rocks or a refreshing cocktail for a special occasion, Islands8 is for individuals who appreciate quality yet yearn for undiscovered magic; and this is your sign to try Islands8.

4-time national cocktail competition winner and world cocktail champion, Panos, at The Still, Balzan.

4-time national cocktail competition winner and world cocktail champion, Panos, at The Still, Balzan.

With its superior quality, close links to Europe and fidelity to the taste of Malta, it seems like Islands8 has nowhere to go but up and with plans to develop delicious new recipes with even more unique and versatile flavours, we can definitely vouch for it.

With a little inspiration and a big dream, Islands8 launched at The Still in Balzan and shows all signs of eventual growth into an industry leader with focus, determination, and perseverance – so this summer, #drinkmaltese and try Islands8!

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Multiple victories by Maltese athletes during Special Olympics

Multiple victories by Maltese athletes during Special Olympics
May 17 2022 Share

Local athletes competing in the Special Olympics have been mounting medal after medal, proving that hard work and determination has produced some of the very best on the island. 

First off, Malta went on to win the first-ever unified Waterpolo demonstration game in the history of the Special Olympics. 

The Maltese athletes won 10-4 against an international selection after it was organised on the sidelines of the Special Olympics Malta Invitational Games 2022. But that was not all as another star absolutely owned the 25m Butterfly.

Mark Zammit Cutajar won the gold medal during the swim, whilst also winning silver in the 25m freestyle final and silver in the 25m medley final. He was an absolute star in the water, pulling off an amazing feat with insane positive energy. 

The games kicked off on Saturday 14th May and will run until Wednesday 18th May. It is a time to show what the Maltese are truly made of and highlight inclusivity during the games. 

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Oliver Scicluna appointed CEO of ‘Agenzija Sapport’

Oliver Scicluna appointed CEO of ‘Agenzija Sapport’
May 17 2022 Share

Former Labour MP Oliver Scicluna has just been appointed chief executive officer of Agenzija Sapport. 

Taking on the role officially as of Wednesday, Scicluna will be replacing Ruth Sciberras, who held the post for three years. 

The agency falls under the Ministry for Inclusion and Social Wellbeing, which is under Minister Julia Farrugia Portelli’s ministry. Scicluna has vast experience in the social sector, having served as commissioner for the rights of people with disability. 

Taking to social media, Minister Julia Farrugia Portelli wished the new CEO all the best for his service. She also thanked Ruth Sciberras for her own passion for her role and said that she will be given a new one in the coming days. 

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Malta refusing to coordinate rescues NGO hits out

Malta refusing to coordinate rescues NGO hits out
May 17 2022 Share

A boat filled with up to 450 migrants at sea have lands safely in Italy in the port of Pozzalo after it was revealed that Malta was refusing to coordinate a rescue mission. 

Roberto Ammatuna, the Sicilian port-town’s mayor, announced the arrival and said that it was inevitable that the good weather brought by summer would prompt new arrivals over the season’s course. 

‘It is now without question that a European military force in the Mediterranean but be ever present. The rescue of thousands of human lives cannot be the sole prerogative for some NGOs only.’ 

The boat sailed inwards from 30 miles out of Portopalo by Italian finance police. Another 57 asylum seekers were landed in Lampedusa, while another 145 are expected to arrive in August after being rescued by the Sea Watch 4 rescue ship. 

Meanwhile, Malta was accused of having refused to intervene in a rescue of two boats with over 500 lives. Malta’s armed forces remained unresponsive, the migrant rescue charity Alarmphone alleged. 

The island failed to coordinate or carry out rescues after two cases earlier this week, where people in Malta’s search and rescue were only recused due to the intervention of merchant vessels and NGO boats. Alarmphone said that in the case of another boat of 26 people, the AFM was actively encouraging merchant vessels not to respond to the distress signals of the people on board. 

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