University of Malta Projects Secure €400,000 to Advance Water and Energy Sustainability

Dec 10 2024

Two University of Malta projects, Teamwire and MaltaVGSS, received €400,000 through the Energy and Water Agency’s (EWA) R&I investment scheme.

Energy Minister Miriam Dalli presented the grants alongside Pro-Rector Prof. Inġ. Simon Fabri, Faculty of Science Dean Prof. Emanuel Sinagra, and Faculty of Engineering Dean Prof. Inġ. Andrew Sammut. EWA Chief Policy Officer Inġ. Charles Buttigieg also attended.

Minister Dalli stressed the importance of research and innovation for Malta’s sustainability goals, highlighting the projects’ practical solutions.

Inġ. Buttigieg commended the consistent interest in EWA’s calls, noting the potential for local research to achieve international impact. Prof. Fabri reaffirmed the University’s commitment to advancing research that addresses real-world challenges.

Teamwire, a collaboration with Italy’s Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, focuses on developing electromagnetic detection systems for underground water pipe leakage management, aiming to enhance infrastructure reliability.

MaltaVGSS, led by the University of Malta and ReEnergy Ltd, seeks to create a Virtual Grid Support Service, integrating renewable energy and battery storage systems to reduce infrastructure strain.

Since 2020, the R&I scheme has invested over €2 million in 15 projects tackling energy and water challenges, reinforcing Malta’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.

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Corpse In Suitcase Reportedly Male; Investigations Ongoing

Dec 10 2024

Initial investigations by police indicate that the corpse found in a suitcase floating at sea off the Sliema waterfront is likely male.

The police are treating the case as murder, with Times of Malta reporting that police suspect the victim to have been killed recently and the body placed in a bug and dumped at sea in a completely different location.

An autopsy is set to be carried out on Tuesday to identify the body. Meanwhile, after the news broke at around 2pm yesterday, members of the Armed Forces of Malta continued searches on the seabed for any possible evidence.

A magisterial inquiry has been launched as investigations continue.

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Malta Filmed Gladiator II Nominated For 2 Golden Globes

Dec 10 2024

Malta filmed Gladiator II has been nominated for two Golden Globes for the 82nd edition of the awards, taking place on January 5th 2025.

Most of the film was shot in Malta, with the film being nominated for ‘Cinematic and box office achievement’ as well as for ‘Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Film’ for Denzel Washington.

Among the first mentioned award nominations are Inside Out 2, Wicked, Deadpool & Wolverine, Alien: Romulus, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, The Wild Robot and Twisters.

Meanwhile, Washington will be going up against the likes of Edward Norton for ‘A Complete Unknown’, Kieran Culkin for ‘A Real Pain’ and more.

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Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Officially The Highest-Grossing Tour In History

Dec 9 2024

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has made history by becoming the highest-grossing tour of all time in its nearly two-year run, surpassing previous records set by other major artists and even her own.

The tour, which spans multiple albums and showcases a variety of musical styles, has captivated audiences worldwide and has now hit a milestone no other tour has reached before. As of 2024, the tour has grossed over $2.7 billion, making it the highest-grossing tour of all time for a second year in a row. Swift’s tour sold over 10 million tickets, making her the solo performer who sold the most tickets of all time.

Swift’s ability to connect with fans through an immersive experience, combining elaborate visuals and stage designs, and a diverse setlist, has contributed to its unprecedented success.

The Eras Tour cemented her legacy as one of the most influential artists in modern history.

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