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Three-legged horse statue ‘Żieme’ touches base in Krakov, Poland

Aug 8 2021 Share

Austin Camilleri’s three-legged horse statue titled ‘Żieme’ has developed a reputation of one of the hottest art pieces ever to come out of the Maltese islands and it has officially touched base in Plac Ducha, a square in Krakow, Poland.

‘Żieme’ has resumed its European tour following a travel hiatus imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic and will remain in the Polish square until the end of September after leaving the Kalmar Konstmuseum in Sweden earlier this year.

Internationally known for his artistic prowess, Austin Camilleri is a local artist who works on installations, paintings and sculptures and has also worked on various books and theatre stages as well.

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Edward Zammit Lewis apologises to Labour voters; warns of fake leaflet making rounds

Aug 8 2021 Share

Following the recent controversy surrounding certain WhatsApp messages and comments made towards Labour voters, Justice Minister Edward Zammit Lewis has issued a statement regarding another ongoing issue within the Eighth District.

The Minister reported that a leaflet with a fraudulent signature of his own is being distributed within the district and categorically denied his and his team’s involvement in the distribution of such a leaflet, calling it an ‘organised campaign of political assassination’.

Għadni kemm ġejt infurmat li hemm fuljett qarrieqi li qiegħed jintbagħat fuq it-Tmien 8 Distrett, liema fuljett jidher…

Posted by Edward Zammit Lewis on Saturday, 7 August 2021

 

The Minister went on to say that he has ‘remained with his mouth shut for many days’ but highlighted that such an act exceeds the limit of political decency, and while apologising to Labour voters for certain comments which ‘were taken out of context’, promised that he will still be of service to the people and party.

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6 dark cartoon theories to blow your mind

6 dark cartoon theories to blow your mind
Aug 7 2021 Share

If the Pixar Theory didn’t ruin your childhood enough, here are 6 more concepts about cartoons which are the stuff of pure nightmares…

Spongebob Squarepants is set in a nuclear wasteland

This one states that Bikini Bottom, the humble abode of many characters such as Spongebob, Patrick Star and Squidward Tetnacles, is the result of nuclear fallout from above the sea. This is why the sea creatures can talk, create complex societies and engage in all sorts of shenanigans.

Ed, Edd n’ Eddy is set in Purgatory

This one is where it starts to get officially horrific. All the characters from Ed, Edd n’ Eddy seem to come from a different period of time – Johnny and Rolf seem to be ripped straight out of the 1940s, whereas Kevin hails from the 90s and Naz rocks a 60s vibe. The theory states that the teens are all dead and in purgatory, stuck in ground-zero with no way to interact but through the lifestyle they’re use to. 

Winnie the Pooh and Mental Health 

Fans really went all out with this one as Christopher Robin, the human character of Winnie the Pooh, is stated to be suffering from Schizophrenia. All the other animal characters are simply personalities in his imagination, each representing mental illnesses. Piglet represents anxiety, Tigger portrays ADHD, Rabbit has OCD and Winnie suffers from an eating disorder. 

Scooby-Doo is set during an economic depression

We will never hear the phrase ‘If it wasn’t for those meddling kids’ the same ever again. This theory states that the world is suffering economically and this is why many people have hoarded their treasures and decided to dress up as monsters in a dystopian future to scare away intruders. The Mystery Gang simply come from a well-off family and go around ruining poor people’s hopes for economic stability. 

The Flintstones and the Jetsons exist simultaneously 

The two Hanna-Barbera shows are said to be existing in the same timeline – one is a privileged, upper class society with mind-boggling technology whilst the Flintstones are the poor, un-advanced people living as if in the Stone Age. The animals too are synthetic creations, which would explain why characters speak to them. 

Danny Phantom and Timmy Turner are the same person

These two shows were created by the same person – but fans dug even deeper. They came up with an idea wherein Timmy, about to lose his parents as he grows up, makes one final wish. He changes his reality into one where he gains superpowers to keep his life interesting, with the Fairy World turning into the Ghost Zone. Some characters even show traits of other characters from the same TV show. 

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Amelia Earhart: Achievement and Mystery

Amelia Earhart: Achievement and Mystery
Aug 7 2021 Share

The first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, Amelia Earhart is an inspiration to women all across the world. Her achievements and feats rack up in her, rather unfortunately short, 39-year lifespan. Born July 24th 1897, Earhart wrote best-selling books about her experiences and even set up the Ninety-Nines, an organisation for female pilots. 

The spirit of adventure seemed to run deep within the Earhart family as she and her younger sister Grace Muriel Earhart (nicknamed ‘Pidge’) spent their free time climbing trees, hunting rats, and even belly-slamming their sleds downhill. When the Spanish flu pandemic hit Toronto in 1918, Earhart became a patient herself after having engaged in nursing duties at a hospital.

Chronic sinusitis impacted Earhart’s flying and activities significantly but she spent her time recovering by reading poetry, studying mechanics and even playing the banjo. Visiting an air field around that same time period, a pilot in a World War I ace dived towards her and her friend in an attempt to frighten them. Earhart stood her ground, instead feeling as if the aircraft ‘spoke’ something to her. 

The life-changing trip on an aircraft came in 1920 when famous air racer Frank Hawks gave her a plane ride. This experience solidified her passion to start flying herself, saving up to start flying lessons as she worked various jobs. The rest is history. 

Following the first solo flight across the Atlantic by Charles Lindbergh in 1927, a pilot by the name of Amy Guest expressed interest in being the first woman to do so. This was not meant to be however as the trip proved too dangerous, with Guest deciding to sponsor the flight instead. Earhart received a phone call in April 1928, asking her to undertake the voyage. 

Earhart did not pilot the flight that day, stating that she felt ‘like baggage’, assured she will try it herself one day. On May 20th-21st 1932, a 34-year-old Earhart set off from Harbour Grace Newfoundland and following 14 hours and 56 minutes of northerly winds, icy conditions and mechanical problems, Earhart landed in a pasture at Culmore, north of Derry, Northern Ireland. 

Receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross from Congress, the Cross of Knight of the Legion of Honour from the French Government and the Gold Medal of the National Geographic Society, Earhart’s fame grew. She went on to fly many other solo flights, acquiring fame and connections along the way. Her last flight was to come on July 2nd, 1937.

Earhart’s last flight has been the source of much speculation and even conspiracy theories. This is because, on her flight towards Howland Island as she attempted to circumnavigate the globe, Earhart contacted a coast guard via radio to report she was running low on gas. What happened next, no one knows.

There have been several expeditions in the past 20 years trying to locate the plane wreckage. Researchers studied the last radio transmissions to pinpoint a location, but nothing of significant evidence was produced. Ignoring the wild speculations surrounding her, Earhart made history with her achievements, proving to be an inspiration to women, pilots and every adventure fanatic. 

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