What Happens To The Used Wimbledon Tennis Balls?

Aug 9 2024

Wimbledon, one of the world’s most prestigious tennis tournaments, uses about 55,000 tennis balls each year. But what happens to these tennis balls after the tournament? Surprisingly, many are recycled into cosy homes for field mice, offering them safe shelters in the wild.

During the two-week tournament, approximately 1,700 tennis balls per day are provided to the courts for practice and matches. While some of these balls are sold to fans, many used balls are donated to the UK Wildlife Trust, where they find a new purpose.

The process of turning used tennis balls into homes for field mice is simple yet effective. A hole is cut into each tennis ball, hollowing out the interior, which creates an accessible and secure shelter for the mice. These repurposed balls are then placed in the wild, where they offer much-needed protection against harsh weather conditions and predators.

Field mice often struggle to find safe homes in nature due to factors like flooding and farming practices. The structure of tennis balls mimics the natural materials they use, making them an ideal alternative. This innovative recycling method not only benefits the mice but also promotes environmental conservation. Wimbledon’s tennis balls thus serve a new purpose, contributing to both wildlife protection and sustainability

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Immigration Authorities Falsely Raids Elderly Women’s House

Aug 9 2024

Nationalist Member of Parliament Darren Carabott revealed on his Facebook page that immigration authorities mistakenly raided the home of an elderly woman in Marsa, acting on incorrect information while attempting to apprehend individuals living in Malta illegally.

Carabott shared that the family reached out to him personally, detailing how the authorities forcefully broke down the door. Upon realizing their mistake, they failed to contact the family about the damage caused, merely repairing the traditional antique Maltese door with two screws and a piece of wood.

He also noted that the family only learned about the raid from their neighbors, as the authorities did not reach out to them directly.

Carabott emphasized that this incident highlights the prejudice faced by families living in such areas and stressed the importance of acting on accurate information and addresses.

He concluded by expressing relief that for a few months the elderly woman has not been living alone in the house, imagining the fear she would have experienced had she been alone when law enforcement forcefully entered her home.

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“Kien l-akbar unur li nservi lill-Prim Ministru Robert Abela” – Ronald Vassallo

Aug 9 2024

After four years as the Head of Communications for the Labour Party—a role he was appointed to in 2020 following Robert Abela’s election at just 23—Ronald Vassallo has announced his resignation.

Although Vassallo has chosen not to disclose the reason for his resignation, he expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Robert Abela, as well as to the various workers, volunteers, and party activists in his Facebook post. He went on to describe the headquarters as his “second home.”

Vassallo is the latest in a series of high-profile resignations within the Labour Party following the June elections. Other notable departures include PL deputy leaders Chris Fearne and Daniel Micallef, policy consultant Alexander Balzan, OPM communications consultant Claire Azzopardi, Labour Party CEO Randolph De Battista, and OPM head of secretariat Glenn Micallef. As the party navigates this period of change, further movements are expected as Abela and the Labour Party leadership work to appoint new figures to ensure the party’s continued renewal and strength.

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Leonid McKay Appointed Labour Party CEO: Abela Confident in New Leadership

Aug 9 2024

Leonid McKay has been appointed as the new CEO of the Labour Party, following Randolph De Battista’s departure from the role. The announcement was made through a social media post by Prime Minister and Labour Party leader Dr. Robert Abela, just a day after De Battista stepped down. Dr. Abela expressed his satisfaction with McKay’s appointment, stating that he is confident McKay will excel in the role, noting that his capabilities and values speak for themselves.

McKay, a seasoned public sector leader, brings a wealth of experience to the position, having served in various high-profile roles. His career includes leadership positions such as CEO of Jobsplus, CEO of the Authority for the Responsible Use of Cannabis, and executive head of the Housing Authority. A sociology and social policy graduate, McKay was also the director of Caritas Malta from 2014 to 2018, where he contributed significantly to the social sector.

As McKay steps into his new role during a period of significant transition for the Labour Party, the party expressed gratitude to Randolph De Battista for his contributions as CEO.

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