WATCH: “Next months are definitely not going to be easy”, Miriam Dalli says in CNN interview

Jul 28 2022

Following the agreement reached between the Council of Ministers within the European Union, Malta’s own Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli took a brief moment to speak with international news platform CNN to discuss the importance within the context of the European Union’s economy and energy supply.

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While Malta was exempt from the vote, 27 EU states agreed in principle to the voluntary agreement to reduce gas consumption. Dalli highlighted how the swift decision was taken in light of the urgency of the matter.

“The situation is what it is and when you are faced with such a challenging situation, I believe that the options in front of us are either to be prepared for what might happen or let things be and then find a situation which is in your hands which might be major and more massive than you would have actually been able to cater for”, Dalli told the CNN reporter.

Dalli went on to highlight that “it is showing that the EU is preparing itself for any eventualities, even considering also that the next months are definitely not going to be easy.” The Minister concluded a recent social media post by stating that this approach is being taken while attempting to protect Maltese citizens from the negative impact of the increase in energy prices well assuring autonomy and security in the provision of energy.

Are you at all concerned by the looming energy crisis?

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WATCH: “Does my life not matter to you?” 12-year-old slams abortion ban in passionate speech

Jul 28 2022

A 12-year old girl has become a public hero recently after she performed a passionate speech against the recent US abortion ban. The highlight of her speech for many was when she furiously asked the hearing “Does my life not matter to you?”

This hearing in West Virginia came after the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Roe v Wade ruling.

In the hearing many activists, religious personnel, citizens and medical professionals were present to showcase their opinion on the contentious subject and expressing their concerns about abortion policies currently under consideration for the state.

The girl who has now made the rounds on social media is 12-year old Addison Gardner from Buffalo Middle School in Kenova. She told the hearing

“If a man decides that I’m an object, and does unspeakable, tragic things to me, am I, a child, supposed to carry and birth another child? Am I to put my body through the physical trauma of pregnancy? Am I to suffer the mental implications? A child who had no say in what was being done with my body? ”

“Some here say they are pro-life. What about my life? Does my life not matter to you?”

Sebastian Vettel announces retirement from Formula One

Jul 28 2022

Legendary F1 driver Sebastian Vettel has announced that this season will be his final Formula One season ever. This comes after a tough few years with an underperforming Ferrari and Aston Martin.

The fan favourite announced this sad news to his Instagram, something he created only yesterday. He posted a nearly 3 minute video where he first and foremost announced his retirement and went on to talk about his desire to be more involved with his friends.

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The German driver is renowned as one of the best drivers to ever grace the sport. He won 4 World Driving Championships in a row for Red Bull before moving onto Ferrari where he constantly challenged the dominant Mercedes cars.

These last few seasons have not been his best but he still managed to showcase his class and talent with the underperforming Aston Martin and Ferrari in his last few seasons with the Scuderia.

In his video he says

“I believe in change and progress and that every little bit makes a difference. I am an optimist and I believe people are good. Next to racing, I have grown a family and I love being around them. I have grown other interests outside Formula 1. My passion for racing and Formula 1 comes with lots of time spent away from them and takes a lot of energy.”

“Committing to my passion the way I did and the way I think it is right, does no longer go side by side with my wish to be a great father and husband. The energy it takes to become one with the car and the team, to chase perfection takes focus and commitment.”

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Spain’s government releases body positivity campaign ahead of summer

Jul 28 2022

Spain’s equality ministry has started a body positivity campaign ahead of summer, to encourage women of all shapes and sizes to enjoy the beach and not be worried to how their body looks.

The campaign poster features five unique and different women enjoying themselves on the beach with the slogan “Summer is ours too,”. Social services minister Ione Belarra stated that “All bodies are beach bodies,” and “All bodies are valid and we have the right to enjoy life as we are, without guilt or shame. Summer is for everyone!”

Antonia Morillas, head of the Spanish women’s institute and the organisation behind the initiative also stated that physical expectations not only affected women’s mental health and self esteem but also denied them of their rights.

In a tweet alongside the campaign poster Morillas wrote “Diverse bodies, free of gender stereotypes, occupying all spaces. Summer also belongs to us. Free, equal and diverse,”

The campaign however was not liked by everybody. Left-wing leader Cayo Lara said the campaign was absurd and trying to “create a problem where it doesn’t exist” which forced Podemos one of the parties in power to hit back saying “If bodies bother you, you can stay home tweeting.”

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