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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 19 MAY 2024 5 ALMANAC Nature Notebook 919. Mediterranean Killifish WITH well over 300 species of fish occurring around our shores we are not short of marine fish, but lack of rivers and freshwater lakes means 0 species of freshwater fish. What we have are a few coastal lagoons where rain and seawater mix to form brackish pools, which vary in salinity depending on rainfall. The largest of these lagoons are at Għadira, Salina and Is-Simar nature reserves, and at all three sites lives a special fish that prefers still inland waters to choppy seas: the hardy little Mediterranean killifish (M. bużaqq). Our paucity of water bodies means that killifish are very localised in Malta, and for this reason some years ago this largely unknown species was de- clared our national fish. Thanks to its 'elevated' status, the killifish is today a protected species, as are the few sites where it occurs. Friends of the Earth Malta will hold Urban Cycling Skills training! Do you know how to cycle, have a bicycle, but need some support to feel confident to cycle Malta's busy roads? In our Urban Cycling Skills training, experienced commuter cyclists Joe Gatt and Mike Rosner will teach you about the traffic rules for bicycle users in Malta, how to po- sition yourself on the road, how to tackle busy roundabouts, and how to ensure you are visible while cycling in traffic, and more. After a pres- entation with tips, we will go out as a group by bicycle around Floriana and Valletta to practise together and build confidence on the road. The number of participants is very limited, to ensure we are a manageable group. We will cycle as a group, with instructors at the front and rear. More information and registration through this link: Victor Falzon www.birdlifemalta.org Green idea of the week 791: https://foemalta.org/event/urban_cycling_skills/ Visit Friends of the Earth's website for more information about our work, as well as information about how to join us. You can also support us by sending us a donation – www.foemalta.org/donate Don't miss this Dissipate Reality On June 1 Place: Liquid Club Kinesis unfolds 'Dissipate Reality' to mark its inception in collaboration with Dark Wave Malta, for a night that will electrify you down to the bone. This first expedition sets with an eclectic mix of artists who are, in their own way, redefining the boundaries of Industrial, Punk and Techno music. Expect to dissipate in time and space where reality becomes a mere carcass. Give nature a voice. Become a BirdLife member Is-Snin li Thoss On June 8 Place: Teatru Astra Garnering rave reviews from its run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Soho Theatre as well as nabbing a nomination in the 2023 Olivier Awards, Haylee McGee's Age is a Feeling is now set to premiere in Malta with a Maltese translation of the script by Clare Azzopardi. Produced by Udjenza under the direction of Toni Attard, this never- the-same-twice solo show performed by Clare Agius follows the ageing journey of one's life with charm, wit, honesty & vulnerability. A GOOD WEEK Good Week/Bad Week A BAD WEEK Bridgerton is back. The third season of Netflix's period drama focuses on the relationship between Penelope Featherington, played by Nicola Coughlan, and her long-time crush Colin Bridgerton, played by Luke Newton. Social media influencers with a combined Instagram following of 4.5 million people have been charged in relation to promotions of unauthorised investments. The City watchdog, the Financial Conduct Authority, has charged them over allegations they were paid to promote the scheme. Shonda Rhimes brought Bridgerton to the screen for Netflix via her production company Shondaland Those accused include Lauren Goodger, who rose to fame on reality show The Only Way is Essex, and Biggs Chris who appeared on Love Island.