Żibel Collects Over 1000kg of Rubbish In The 2024 August Clean-Up

Aug 7 2024

Last Saturday, Żibel organized a “Land and Snorkel Clean-Up” at Paradise Bay in Cirkewwa, Malta, which lasted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This clean-up was supported by OKX.

During the 5 hours, 93.3 kg of plastic, 143.6 kg of ropes and fishing gear, 733.9 kg of wood, and 27.5 kg of mixed waste were collected by the organization members and volunteers. This resulted in a grand total of 1007.8 kg of rubbish collected, just over 1 tonne.

Żibel thanks all their sponsors and partners, as well as everyone who lent a helping hand, and expresses their excitement for the next clean-up in September.

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Six Reportedly Injured After Bowser On Minivan Crash

Aug 7 2024

Six children who were being transported in a minibus were injured after a collision with a tanker on the outskirts of Żejtun, ONE News reported.

The minibus, which had 17 people on board, was involved in the accident for some reason shortly after 1:15 p.m. on Triq il-Ħobbejża.

Medical teams and the police were called to the scene and assisted those involved.

This is a developing story.

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Source: ONE News

US 100 Meter Gold Medalist On Depression, Anxiety, Etc

Aug 7 2024

After winning the 100-meter gold medal at the Paris Olympic Games by a razor-thin margin of 0.005 seconds, Noah Lyles took to social media to share an inspiring message.

Lyles, who has asthma, allergies, dyslexia, ADD, anxiety, and depression, emphasized that these challenges do not define what one can achieve. His post resonated widely, garnering over 280,000 likes.

I have Asthma, allergies, dyslexia, ADD, anxiety, and Depression.
But I will tell you that what you have does not define what you can become.
Why Not You!

— Noah Lyles, OLY (@LylesNoah) August 4, 2024

Lyles has been open about his mental health struggles, particularly during the 2020 pandemic when he battled depression and started antidepressant medication. His candidness about these challenges has inspired many who face similar issues, reminding them that even top athletes have their struggles.

Lyles’ asthma, diagnosed at age five, significantly impacted his childhood. Frequent asthma attacks led to hospitalizations and homeschooling until his condition improved after surgery and environmental changes at home.

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Despite these obstacles, Lyles eventually joined public school, where he also contended with dyslexia and ADD.

His victory and subsequent social media post highlight that overcoming personal challenges is possible. Lyles’ journey from a child struggling with health issues to an Olympic champion serves as a powerful example of resilience and perseverance, encouraging others to pursue their dreams despite adversity.

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18 Professionals Awarded Heritage Skills Certificate

Aug 7 2024

In an official ceremony, the Minister for National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government, Owen Bonnici, presented a Heritage Skills Certificate to eighteen professionals working in the field of conservation and restoration of cultural heritage.

This Heritage Skills Certificate is being issued for the second time by the Restorers’ Warrant Board, meaning that to date, a total of 20 professionals have received this certificate.

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The certificate aims to regulate work related to activities associated with the profession of conservators and restorers, as stipulated by the Cultural Heritage Act, Chapter 445.

Minister Bonnici explained that through this Heritage Skills Certificate, granted by the Restorers’ Warrant Board, the abilities of these professionals are being recognized.

While addressing the conservators and restorers in the presence of the Restorers-Conservators Warrant Board, Minister Bonnici emphasized that since conservation and restoration work on culturally valuable objects must be carried out using the best methods, materials, care, and ethics, the Cultural Heritage Act requires that in order to perform this type of work, one must have a Warrant or a Heritage Skills Certificate issued according to the provisions of the Cultural Heritage Act.

Minister Bonnici concluded by thanking all those who have contributed over time, particularly the Chairperson of the Board, Dr. Joseph Buttigieg, and the rest of the Board, who were instrumental in recognizing these professionals by awarding them the Heritage Skills Certificate.

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