Xkupa Ħadra Tnaddaf – ADPD electoral campaign launched

Feb 23 2022

Carmel Cacopardo, leader of the ADPD – The Green Party, introduced the election campaign theme and slogan: Xkupa Ħadra Tnaddaf – Green Sweeps Clean.

Cacopardo said that their message is one which proposes a commitment which is respectful of our surroundings, of the ecology of which we form part. It is also a commitment in favour of ethical leadership, in favour of good governance. It focuses on the impact of bad governance on public administration.

The electoral manifesto is in the final stages of preparations and will be presented to the party’s Executive Committee for consideration and approval once concluded.

Cacopardo described it as not being ‘a Father Christmas manifesto’ which promises specific sectors individually. It will instead include proposals and electoral premisses which set to address ‘the common good and develop a better country.’

‘The party is dependent on inputs from volunteers. We have no employees. We receive few donations which in 2021 amounted to around €2,600. We will not be organising any campaign to collect funds as we do not wish to place pressures on anyone. The little that we receive is appreciated. We plan our activities within the limits of the resources which we have. The party has no loans or overdrafts. Nor do we have access to commercial companies which serve as a hiding place for the receipt of illegal donations. It is with this in mind that we start this electoral campaign.’

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250 runner applications in 12 hours for SportMalta Charity run

Feb 23 2022

SportMalta registered up to 250 applications in 12 hours from athletes who wish to participate in its charity marathon run. This was announced by the marathon’s Facebook page.

The Sport Malta Charity Marathon will be taking place on the 6th of March and was announced last week by the transport and education ministries. This is the same date which was set to see the now cancelled Malta Marathon take place. The cancelation occurred following a disagreement between Transport Malta and the organisers.

The Sport Malta marathon will be raising funds for NGO Puttinu Cares and in memory of the late doctor and renowned athlete Victor Calvagna. The oncologist passed away after being hit by a car whilst running.

Sport Malta said the route had been identified after a professional risk assessment, with the full marathon starting in Rabat at 6:30 am, followed by a half marathon in Mtarfa at 7am.

The cancellation of the Malta Marathon had sparked considerable outrage.

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€40 million investment by Malta Airport for new apron and taxiway

Feb 23 2022

A €40 million project was given the go-ahead by the board of directors of Malta International Airport on Tuesday to develop a new apron for future growth.

The Apron X project will see the development of an area which measures approximately 100,000 square meters. This is roughy comparable to the size of 14 football pitches to ensure plentiful room.

This is set to significantly improve the airports’ aircraft parking capacity as well as its ability to better handle mixed-fleet operations. Most notably, this will be targeting the peak hours of summer as the amount of inbound and outbound flights expectedly rises.

Up to seven medium-sized aircrafts or three larger ones will be able to park in Apron X, with Malta’s airport already having an additional 20 stands for aircraft on Aprons 8 and 9. Malta International Airport Chief Executive Officer Alan Borg said that they have ‘the responsibility to start taking long term decisions, even if they may appear to be at woods with the current aviation environment, that will determine the future of the local tourism industry.’

‘Today’s approval of the Apron X investment is Malta International Airport’s strongest statement yet about its confidence ion the industry’s ability to recover to pre-pandemic levels, as well as its potential to grow further and achieve new records’ he said.

The project is set to support MIA in honouring its environmental commitments through the construction of a 10,000sq metre reservoir for better rainwater harvesting and the installation of LED floodlighting systems. It will also provide for preparatory works for the electrification of parking stands, which is inline with a European Union plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Works on the project are expected to commence in the coming weeks once the Planning Authority issues a permit.

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Juventus vs Villareal ends in close draw

Feb 22 2022

Italian side Juventus managed to hold onto a 1-1 draw against Spanish side Villareal in Spain. This game was the two teams’ first leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie. The tie will conclude in three weeks time when Juventus host the Yellow Submarines in Turin in the Allianz Stadium.

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The match started perfectly for Juventus, as new marquee signing Dusan Vlahovic opened the scoresheet within 35 seconds of his Champions League debut. Many, doubted whether Villareal would be able to respond in a positive way but surprisingly they did creating many chances including a Giovanni Lo Celso deflected shot which hit the post and clever back heel from Arnaut Danjuma which forced Juve keeper to an impressive double save. The half ended with Villareal searching for a goal and the Bianconeri hoping to double their lead on the counter.

The second half saw more of the same action, with Villareal creating more chances whilst Juventus trying to control the match with their strong defense and constant counter attacks. The Spanish side found their long time coming equalizer in the 66th minute from an incredible Dani Parejo run and cool finish from the experienced Spanish midfielder. The game ended in a close 1-1 draw, with Villareal ending the game how they started searching to attack and find goals whilst Juventus kept up with their pragmatic approach.

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