VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The film industry is becoming a powerful engine for Malta’s economy, creating jobs and attracting substantial foreign investment. This was the central theme at a national conference organised by the Malta Film Commission at Fort Ricasoli, aimed at building a strong, inclusive, and sustainable sector.

Government officials, creative industry leaders, educators, and business representatives gathered to explore how Malta can further develop its film industry to benefit the entire population—from technicians to producers—while continuing to appeal to international filmmakers.

Industry expert Dustin Chodorowicz highlighted Malta’s potential, stating that small countries can carve out a unique niche in the global film sector. He praised Malta’s stable economy and its ability to invest in both physical infrastructure and skilled workers, making it an attractive filming destination.

Film Commissioner Johann Grech emphasised the industry’s positive economic impact, noting that Malta is now consistently selected for international productions. Grech also stressed the importance of ongoing training, with 75% of Maltese film workers upgrading their skills through programmes funded by a portion of the cash rebate offered to foreign productions.

Arts Minister Owen Bonnici underlined the sector’s resilience, especially in the face of challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. He revealed that Malta currently hosts eight active productions and has attracted 169 productions in recent years, generating over €635 million in investment, including major Hollywood projects.

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LEIPZIG (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – From the failed renewal with Werder to the subsequent fired, to then arrive at the bench of Leipzig. Ole Werner is officially the new coach of the Red Bull club. Werner has signed a two-year contract until June 30, 2027.

Last May 27, he was fired by Werder who did not appreciate his no to the renewal proposal, a month after signing with the club that has Jurgen Klopp as coordinator of the technical area. “Ole is a young, promising and extremely ambitious coach and we will have the opportunity to grow together – club’s CEO, Marcel Schäfer, said -. We have been following him for a long time and are happy to have him with us. Ole embodies a clear playing philosophy based on ball possession, quick transitions, pressing, tactical flexibility and a courageous, determined and combative attitude. Together we will work hard to bring Leipzig back on the road to success”.

“I am very happy to be the coach of this club – Werner added -. We share the same ideas on the style of play and working methods and for me it was easy to accept the offer of a club that historically plays a bold and attacking football, recognized at international level”.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – For the Catalan press it is the decisive step, but in reality for Athletic Bilbao little changes. According to “El Chringuito de Mega”, which is reported by Mundo Deportivo and Sport, Nico Williams has communicated to the Basque directors that he intends to leave the club and move to Barcelona.

The position of the red and whites does not change: payment of the entire amount of the termination clause (58 million) or nothing will be done. According to Mundo Deportivo, between 1 and 2 July the requested amount will be paid and Nico Williams will officially become an azulgrana player.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Nottingham Forest is looking for reinforcements in Italy. Coming off an excellent season that ended with seventh place and qualification for the Conference after having also fought for the Champions League, the English club, ESPN writes, is close to Timothy Weah and Samuel Mbangula. According to the US broadcaster, an agreement has already been reached with Juventus for a total of 22 million, but to finalise the transfers, it will be necessary to wait for the agreements between Nottingham and the two Juventus players.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – He didn’t have his best seasons in Paris, he still had an impact, but his feeling with Psg never reached high levels. However, he had a good relationship with some teammates and in 5 days he will face them, in Atlanta, in the round of 16 of the Club World Cup. Lionel Messi and PSG will meet again in a “rendezvous” that in France conquers the front pages of newspapers and sports websites.

“For us and also for me, on a personal level, it’s fantastic to meet Leo again. I spent two years with him, that is, with the greatest player in the world. Obviously we will do everything to beat him, he has already won so many titles and we want to go all the way”, says PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after the 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders and regarding the match against Inter Miami in the round of 16.

Achraf Hakimi is on the same wavelength. “I played with him for two years at PSG and we had a lot of fun. It’s nice to meet him again, but on the pitch there are no friends, he will want to win and we will too”, the words of the former Inter winger.

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MILAN (ITALPRESS) – Theo Hernandez will leave Milan. The French player in the last few hours has accepted the offer of Al-Hilal, a team coached by Simone Inzaghi. Theo has already informed Milan of his decision and desire to accept the move to Saudi Arabia. All that remains is for the two clubs to reach an agreement on the transfer fee, Al-Hilal could close around 25 million euros.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Crystal Palace is taking a step towards Europe. At the beginning of the month, the club – which by winning the FA Cup final against Manchester City had earned a place in the next Europa League – had been received by UEFA regarding multi-club ownership rules that put their participation in the cups at risk.

John Textor holds 43% of the club but is also a majority shareholder of Lyon, which will play in the Europa League next season. Not even the hypothesis of relegation to the Conference was feasible: David Blitzer owns shares in both the English club and Broendby, and UEFA in these cases gives priority to the team that has placed better in the championship, it would be the Danes who play in the third continental competition.

But Crystal Palace may have solved the problem: american billionaire Woody Johnson agreeing to buy John Textor’s 43% stake in the club, an investment of over 220 million euros, according to BBC.

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LEEDS (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Jaka Bijol leaves Udinese. Leeds announced in a statement the permanent arrival of the 26-year-old Slovenian defender from the Friulians, who has signed a contract until 2030. Bijol is coming off a season that saw him collect 37 appearances and two goals between the league and the Italian Cup.

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NAPLES (ITALPRESS) – Dries Mertens has decided: it’s time to say enough with playing football. At 38, the Belgian striker, fresh from his experience at Galatasaray, will hang up his boots.

Mertens, who last June 6, when he was awarded honorary citizenship of Naples, had not yet committed himself to the future, almost involuntarily announced his retirement in a video message on social media addressed to Marek Hamsik: “I can’t wait to play my last match with you. I’ve stopped playing football but I’ll put my boots on one last time for you. You’ll always be my captain, the best I’ve ever played with. Greetings from Naples”.

The all-time top scorer with the Neapolitan shirt (148 goals in nine seasons, from 2013 to 2022), Mertens should therefore take part in Hamsik’s farewell match scheduled for July 5 in Bratislava.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – KM Malta Airlines has secured 4th place in the Best Regional Airlines in Europe category at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, held recently alongside the Paris Air Show. This is the airline’s first international ranking since beginning operations on March 31, 2024, marking a major milestone just 15 months after launch.

The Skytrax Awards, established in 1999, are the largest annual passenger satisfaction survey worldwide, collecting opinions from travelers representing over 100 nationalities. The awards cover numerous categories, including World’s Best Airline, Best Cabin Crew, and Best Low-Cost Airline.

In the Best Regional Airlines in Europe category, Aegean Airlines topped the list, followed by Air Dolomiti and Air Serbia. KM Malta Airlines proudly earned 4th place, highlighting its rapid ascent in the competitive European market.

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