XBOX Release Edible Chocolate Controller Ahead Of Wonka

Nov 14 2023

As the eagerly awaited premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures’ Wonka approaches, Xbox is celebrating the iconic chocolatier’s comeback with a unique gaming experience.

In an unprecedented sweepstakes starting November 13, fans have the chance to win an edible Xbox Controller crafted entirely from 100% pure chocolate and adorned with a signature gold wrapper.

Designed with a custom burgundy-colored aesthetic inspired by Wonka’s classic coat from the film, the chocolate controller includes five additional truffles crafted to enhance the Xbox gaming experience with Wonka-inspired flavors.

These include “Achievement Hunting” with energy-boosting ingredients, “Button Smasher” infused with espresso, “Your Citrus Sidekick” featuring orange notes inspired by Xbox Game Pass titles, “Xtra Kick” blending sweet and spicy elements, and “Wonka for the Win” made of 100% pure chocolate.

Beyond the chocolate delights, Xbox has created a movie-inspired Xbox Series X and storefront display for select sweepstakes winners. The limited-edition console mirrors Willy Wonka’s chocolate store, though, unlike the edible controller, the gaming system is not intended for consumption.

To participate in the Wonka-themed sweepstakes for these delectable prizes, enthusiasts can enter by following Xbox on X (formerly Twitter) and retweeting the company’s official sweepstakes tweet. The giveaway runs from November 13 to December 14, leading up to the premiere of the Timothée Chalamet-starring film on December 15.

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173,848 Locals Went On Holiday In The Past 3 Months

Nov 14 2023

In the third quarter of 2023, the total number of outbound tourists reached an estimated 248,094, marking a substantial 28.3% increase compared to the same quarter in 2022. These tourists collectively spent 1,817,893 nights abroad.

Holiday purposes accounted for the majority of outbound trips, with 173,848 journeys, followed by 41,342 trips for visiting friends and relatives. The age group between 25 and 44 years comprised the largest segment of outbound tourists at 44.2%, followed by those aged 45-64 years at 27.6%.

Outbound travel towards both EU and non-EU countries saw significant growth, with increases of 26.5% and 35.1%, respectively, compared to the corresponding quarter in 2022. Italy retained its position as the most favoured destination, capturing 38.9% of the total tourist trips.

Total nights spent by outbound tourists surged by 30.5%, exceeding 1.8 million nights, with 57.7% of guest nights occurring in rented accommodation establishments. The average length of stay for outbound tourists was 7.3 nights.

The estimated expenditure by outbound tourists during July to September witnessed a notable uptick of 37.1%, reaching €241.4 million, equivalent to an average expenditure of €973 per capita.

For the first three quarters of 2023, the total outbound tourist trips rose by 41.3%, totalling 595,717, while total nights spent increased by 38.3%, surpassing 4.1 million nights. Resident tourists’ overall estimated expenditure stood at €538.7 million, marking a substantial 50.1% increase compared to the same period in 2022.

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47 Year Old Man Dies After Being Hit By Car In Żejtun

Nov 14 2023

A 47 year old man resident of Qrendi sadly lost his life after being involved in a traffic accident at around 0745hrs of this morning in Triq Tal-Barrani, Żejtun.

Preliminary investigations showed that the victim had been hit by a Toyota Vitz driven by a 26 year old man resident of Naxxar.

The victim was given preliminary medical aid on site before being transported to Mater Dei and certified as having suffered serious injuries.

Unfortunately, the victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. Police investigations are ongoing as a magisterial inquiry opens into the case.

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Alex Borg Urges Police Commissioner To Act On Gozo Crime

Nov 14 2023

Taking to social media, Nationalist MP Alex Borg reiterated his appeal for authorities and the police force to take proper and further action when it comes to crime in Gozo.

Sharing images of a broken-into car as well as bloody pavements following what were reportedly violent altercations.

‘We are far from the utopia of a Gozo of villages’, wrote Alex Borg on Facebook. He critiqued police commissioner Angelo Gafà for only providing statistics on robberies and not criminal reports.

Borg invited the police commissioner to visit Marsalfron and Xlendi along with him and to listen to what the residents there have to say.

‘Let them convince you what their worries are as they did to me whilst forcing you to understand that you have a twisted perception of reality coming from sitting behind a desk.’

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