VisitMalta Officially Launches Military Tourism Segment

Nov 11 2024

On November 9th, VisitMalta introduced Malta’s Military Tourism segment at an event held at St. Anne’s Chapel within Fort St. Elmo in Valletta, organised in collaboration with Heritage Malta.

This new tourism offering highlights Malta’s significant military history and is designed to appeal to visitors interested in military heritage.

The event took place at St. Anne’s Chapel, a site of historical importance commemorating the efforts of six knights of the Order of St. John who defended the chapel and Fort St. Elmo during the Great Siege of 1565.

Notable attendees included Carlo Micallef, CEO of the Malta Tourism Authority; Minister for National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government Owen Bonnici; and representatives from Heritage Malta, among other key stakeholders.

Featuring fortifications, war cemeteries, and memorials, Malta’s military tourism segment provides opportunities for visitors to explore the islands’ strategic historical sites and understand their role in global military history.

According to Carlo Micallef, this new segment aims to offer visitors “authentic, meaningful experiences that connect them to the rich history of our islands,” aligning with VisitMalta’s strategy to position Malta as a destination with depth and cultural resonance.

The Military Tourism segment enhances Malta’s tourism offerings and builds partnerships with organisations such as Heritage Malta and the Commonwealth War Graves Association, giving visitors access to a distinct aspect of Malta’s heritage.

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Winners Of The 2024 MTV EMAs Announced

Nov 11 2024

The 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) results are in! Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the EMAs returned to the U.K., with Manchester’s Co-op Live hosting this year’s global music event on Sunday, Nov. 10.

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Taylor Swift led nominations, scoring seven nods, including categories for best artist, best video, best pop, and biggest fans. Close behind, Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, and Sabrina Carpenter each garnered five nominations in categories like best song, best video, and best artist.

New contenders also shone this year: Ayra Starr, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, LISA, and first-time nominees Chappell Roan and Tyla each received four nominations, further intensifying the competition.

First-time nominees Kehlani and Tinashe were among 19 artists celebrating their debut at the MTV EMAs.

Did any of your favourite artists win?

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Malta Football National Team Have 2 Crucial Games Ahead!

Nov 11 2024

The Malta National Football team are gearing up for their next two matches, with the first match set for the 14th of November 2024 at the National Stadium, Ta’ Qali – that’s this Thursday!

The Maltese will be facing Liechtenstein under the guidance of coach Davide Mazzotta, who last week unveiled his team for the upcoming campaign.

Following their match against Liechtenstein, the Maltese will face Andorra on Tuesday 19th November at the same stadium, and will greatly need the support of their local supporters.

Tickets are already available for anyone who wishes to attend the matches at the Ta’ Qali arena and cheer on the team, who have been training tirelessly for their upcoming calls.

Will you be attending? Get your tickets here.

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MEP Thomas Bajada Cals For New Sustainable Economic Model For Europe

Nov 11 2024

MEP Thomas Bajada has called on nominated Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis to create an economic model for Europe that prioritises environmental standards and sustainable well-being over short-term profit.

Speaking at a European Parliament hearing organised by the ECON and JURI Committees, Bajada emphasised the need to balance long-term social prosperity with economic goals. He highlighted the role of Eurostat in providing essential data, which he argued is crucial for shaping informed, impactful policies.

“We need to bridge the gap between economic metrics that prioritise immediate profits and those that secure our collective future,” said Bajada, urging for data-driven decision-making to support sustainable economic policies.

In response, Dombrovskis expressed willingness to expand Eurostat’s statistical measures if needed but stopped short of making concrete commitments, a gap that Politico Europe pointed out.

Bajada, agreeing with the critique, pledged to keep this issue at the forefront once the new Commission is in place.

Beyond economic sustainability, Bajada addressed other urgent matters, pressing Commissioner Roswall on water resilience in vulnerable island regions and asking Commissioner Kadis about illegal and unregulated fishing practices and third-country aggression in the Mediterranean.

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