Yellow Warning Issued As Strong Winds Hit Malta

Apr 16 2024

A yellow warning has been issued by the Meteorological Office as strong winds have hit the Maltese islands.

According to Facebook page Maltese Islands Weather, an east to east southeast Force 6 to 7 wind will continue until late morning, but calming down later on in the afternoon.

Isolated showers also hit the islands, with most of it depositing fine desert sand as well as hazy air.

As for temperatures, today is set to feel like a hot 21°C, with lows reaching 15°C. The same forecast is being expected for the next few days up until Friday, albeit with less hot temperatures.

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Concert Celebrating 45 Years From Jum Il-Ħelsien

Apr 16 2024

A concert celebrating 45 years from Malta’s acquisition of freedom will be held on the 23rd of April at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta.

The concert will be held on the occasion of Malta transforming from a military base for the British forces into its own self-governing nation.

The concert, free of charge, will featuring some of the best local talent under the artistic direction of Maestro Paul Abela.

Minister for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici, alongside Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government Alison Zerafa Civelli, highlighted the importance of Malta’s perseverance to establish a free and democratic society led by the Maltese themselves.

‘I have to note how, through a sense of discipline, the event was announced following Good Friday and Easter as well as the swearing in of a new President of Malta’, wrote Minister Owen Bonnici.

Book your place here!

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Għar Dalam, Borġ in-Nadur & National Archives Open Days!

Apr 16 2024

Following the success of April 7th’s Open Day at the Domvs Romana, National Museum of National History & St Paul’s Catacombs, the Ministry for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government is opening up more cultural sites for the public to enjoy for free!

On the 20th of April 2024, visitors are invited to Għar Dalam and Borġ in-Nadur – sites rich in their historical value as they transport you to a prehistoric Malta.

Located in Birżebbuġa, the sites offer some of the oldest man-made structures not just in Malta but the whole world, as well as the remains of various fauna which trekked the islands.

But it doesn’t stop there as the following day, on the 21sr of April, visitors are being invited to the National Archives, housed in Hospital Street, Rabat.

There you can take a literal look into the past through the various documents stored for historical learning and get a glimpse of how the Maltese once lived!

So make sure to mark your calendars for these two days centred around historical and cultural enrichment.

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Scientist Explains Why McDonald’s Coke Tastes Better Than Regular Coke

Apr 15 2024

Many McDonald’s patrons argue that the best part of their meal isn’t the Big Mac or Chicken McNuggets, but rather the uniquely satisfying taste of a cold Coca-Cola from the restaurant. The appeal of McDonald’s Coke, including the crisp Diet Coke sipped through a rapidly softening paper straw, has become a popular consensus among customers.

The question of why McDonald’s Coke tastes so distinctive has been addressed by food scientist Abby Thiel, who explained the phenomenon to Parade.

According to Thiel, it boils down to the quality of water used in the soda. McDonald’s employs rigorous water filtration processes to remove chlorine, which can cause a disinfectant taste, and adjusts the hardness of the water, which affects the drink’s acidity. They also remove iron to prevent color and flavor defects, ensuring a consistent and high-quality beverage.

McDonald’s itself has noted on its website that it adheres closely to Coca-Cola’s guidelines to maintain the quality of its fountain drinks. The syrup and water are pre-chilled before they enter the dispensers, and the water is filtered, all to ensure that every sip is refreshing. These steps confirm why many believe McDonald’s serves a superior version of Coca-Cola.

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