Tunnel projects still running late as traffic congestions worsen

Nov 17 2021

Despite governmental sources stating that the ongoing tunnel projects are nearing completion, the traffic congestions forming on the roads suggests otherwise.

Just 3 days ago, the Malta Independent was informed by an Infrastructure Malta spokesperson that the tunnel works are still ongoing months beyond their initial target dates of completion.

The projects seek to upgrade four of Malta’s main tunnels in Kirkop, Santa Venera, Tal-Qroqq and Ta’Giorni. They kicked off back in August of 2020 and IM predicted the completion date as being June 2021.

Flash forward five months from the set date and the tunnels are not yet complete. The major works, including repairs to tubes and underground networks seem to be finished off. However, the full completion still needs more weeks.

The forming of traffic has prompted many to take to social media and express their concerns as they spend hours after a long day of work stuck in their vehicles.

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15-year-old Nick overcomes every challenge with a bulletproof mindset

Nov 17 2021

Bulletproof Culture caught up with Nick Mercieca, a 15-year-old superstar who has overcome every challenge through discipline and hard work.

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Nick was diagnosed with Spina Bifida at birth – a rare condition where the spinal cord doesn’t develop properly.

Despite being restricted to a wheel-chair, Nick has proven against all odds that with the right mindset you could achieve anything. He is able to perform some calisthenics movements that some people only dream of.

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Training in karate, weights and calisthenics, Nick recounts in his Bulletproof video how with the right mentors and belief in oneself he turned his condition into a strength.

His strength was praised as phenomenal, constantly training and inspiring others to take on the challenge themselves towards becoming who they want to become.

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Parliament discussions on responsible cannabis use bill begin

Nov 17 2021

The House of Representatives started its discussion in the stage of the Second Reading of the Bill to create an authority on responsible cannabis use.

Owen Bonnici, the Minister for Equality, Research and Innovation, said that the Government is not afraid to change and has already carried out reforms like this it is time for Malta to stop hurting people by treating them like criminals.

To date, whoever wanted cannabis for personal use had to buy from drug traffickers who do not care whom they sell to.

The Minister said that the law, which was introduced in 2015, meant that whoever consumes a small amount of cannabis would appear in front of a tribunal and does not go to jail. The next step, said Bonnici, is to remove the fine on those who use cannabis for personal use controllably.

Explaining the 20 points included in the reform, Bonnici highlighted that whilst the management of a workplace has the right to impose its own rules, there should not be any persecution.

Opposition MP Claudette Buttigieg criticised the bill because it does not indicate which four plants can be grown at home.

She also warned against an environment of ‘anything goes’ wherein children would consider such consumption normal. The Bill does not also stipulate how far away from a school a house that grows cannabis can be situated.

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Drake & Kanye West squashing their beef is just the kind of energy we need right now

Nov 17 2021

In one of the most unlikely twists in the global music scene, hip-hop titans Kanye West and Drake seem to have reconciled their recent issues and shared a couple of snaps at Drake’s home for the Canadian artist’s birthday.

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Kanye West shocked fans on both sides of the squabble after posting a picture with Drake & J Prince captioned with a dove emoji. Instagram along with sharing some videos of acclaimed comedian Dave Chappelle toasting to the artists’ reconciliation after wishing Drake a happy birthday. What followed is a light-hearted video of the two sharing a wholesome moment.

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Kanye had previously asked Drake to join him for a December event in Los Angeles, stating that “It’s time to put it to rest” after a number of episodes dating back to 2018 when Kanye-associate Pusha T put out one of the most devastating diss tracks in recent history ‘The Story of Adidon’ aimed at Drake’s son and relationship with ghostwriters and his father.

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