Youth.inc Awards Celebrate Young Changemakers and Future Leaders

Jul 4 2025

The Youth.inc programme, run by Aġenzija Żgħażagħ, recently held a special event, the Youth.inc Awards Night, to celebrate the efforts of young people who have shown dedication and growth, both personally and in their contribution to society.

The evening honoured participants of the Youth.inc programme, which aims to guide young people towards a purposeful and fulfilling future.

It also paid tribute to youth workers and professionals who, through their commitment and passion, create opportunities and safe spaces for development.

Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research, and Innovation Keith Azzopardi Tanti praised the values shown by these young individuals, describing them as today’s leaders, not just tomorrow’s.

He highlighted their energy, creativity, resilience, and drive to make a difference. “You are shaping our society with fresh ideas and strong values,” he said.

Azzopardi Tanti reaffirmed the government’s commitment to investing in youth-focused programmes like Youth.inc, which support the development of active and informed citizens.

He encouraged young people to participate in the Malta 2050 national consultation, reminding them that their voices matter and should be heard.

The event closed with a strong message of hope, recognising the potential of the younger generation to lead meaningful change in Malta’s future.

Photo Credits : DOI Kian Bugeja

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Man Arrested At Airport For Trafficking Cocaine In Stomach

Jul 4 2025

A 53 year old Nigerian man has been arrested at the Malta International Airport upon arrival, after he was caught hiding around a kilo of cocaine in his stomach.

He was arrested after the police, along with Customs and Detention Services, carried out inspections on passengers who had just arrived from a flight from Brussels on Wednesday evening.

During the inspections, one of the passengers raised suspicions and led to x-ray tests.

He was found to be hiding a number of capsules. He was subsequently transported to Mater Dei Hospital, where he was found to be carrying around 100 capsules of drugs suspected to be cocaine with a street value of €300,000.

The man is being held under arrest and is expected to be arraigned in court today at around 1300hrs.

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TONIGHT: The Love Island Malta Afterparty at G7 Fridays

Jul 4 2025

It’s heating up in Gianpula Main Room tonight as G7 Fridays hosts the official Love Island Malta Afterparty, and trust us, you won’t want to miss this one. 🔥

Fresh off your screens and straight into Malta’s Biggest Club Night, this year’s Love Island Malta contestants will be partying the night away at the official Love Island After Party with G7 Fridays, and it’s all going down at Gianpula Main Room.

Expect islander madness, VIP vibes, Malta’s top DJs and non-stop party energy.

Whether you’re team drama, team romance, or just here to dance till 4AM, tonight is the perfect chance to meet your favourite islanders off-screen and in party mode.

🎟️ Get your tickets at www.g7events.com – they’re flying faster than a recoupling twist.

📍 TONIGHT at Gianpula Main Room

Let’s make this a night to remember. 💫

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Virtual Reality Brings New Experiences to Elderly Residents

Jul 4 2025

Elderly residents at the Floriana Residential Home are embracing new experiences through Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technology, as part of a pilot project introduced by Active Ageing and Community Care (AACC).

Parliamentary Secretary for Active Ageing Malcolm Paul Agius Galea visited the facility to observe first-hand how the technology is being used to enrich the lives of older adults.

The initiative originated from a seminar on innovation and creativity, with AACC ensuring staff received specialised training to use the technology safely and effectively with residents.

Dr Agius Galea emphasised that the project is a clear example of how active ageing can be enhanced through modern tools that make a real difference.

“Technology isn’t replacing human interaction, it’s strengthening it. This is another step in delivering holistic care,” he said.

During the first sessions, participants experienced virtual visits to emotionally significant places such as the Parish Church of Ħaż-Żabbar, Venice, and the Vatican. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and the project is now set to expand to more care homes across Malta.

The initiative supports cognitive stimulation, social inclusion, and rehabilitation – all within a safe, enjoyable, and elderly-friendly environment.

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