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Etna Eruption Halts Malta-Catania Flights

Jul 23 2024 Share

Flights between Malta and Catania have yet again been halted and disrupted due to Mount Etna erupting for a second time this month.

The iconic Sicilian volcano erupted early on Tuesday morning, with videos of the natural phenomenon happening live going viral all over social media.

Three Maltese flights between Malta and Catania have already been affected.

Flight FR367 from Malta to Catania, scheduled for 1:35 pm, was redirected to Trapani. Passengers will travel by coach from Trapani to Catania. The return flight from Catania, FR368, has been cancelled.

Additionally, flight FR1565, originally set to travel from Vienna to Catania, was rerouted to Malta, landing at 11:07 am. The flight then departed Malta at 1:10 pm and is currently en route to Palermo.

It has also been confirmed by the Catania Airport, that the airport will be shutting down and suspending flight operations due to eruptions and ash emissions.
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Biden Vows to “Work Like Hell” in his Last Few Months

Jul 23 2024 Share

Joe Biden vowed that he is “going to be working like hell” in his final months as US president to campaign for Ms Harris to be his successor.

“I’m not going anywhere,” Mr. Biden said. “I know yesterday’s news was surprising and hard for you to hear,” he went on, “but it was the right thing to do. I know it’s hard because you poured your heart and soul into me to help us win this thing.”
Biden has not been active in the public view lately ever since his positive test for COVID-19, however the White House Physician said that he was recovering well and that his symptoms are “almost completely resolved”

Mr.Biden showed his determination to get his message across by mentioning the phrase “not going anywhere” three times during his four-minute talk. He also states that he wanted to put his remaining time as president to use by fighting for more child care, lowering the cost of prescription drugs, stem climate change and end the war in Gaza. He is expected to host a meeting later on this week at the White House with the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and showed optimism that a cease-fire is within reach.

Mr.Biden, however, gave no further explanation of his decision to withdraw from the race, but expressed his gratitude towards his “amazing team” and told them to shift their focus on Ms.Harris.

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Armed Forces Of Malta Assist Two In Distress At Għajn Tuffieħa

Jul 23 2024 Share

Further to an earlier rescue operation, an Armed Forces of Malta maritime asset was deployed to assist two individuals reported to be in difficulty at Ghajn Tuffieha. The rapid response ensured the safety and well-being of those involved.

The Armed Forces urge the general public to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary risks. Your safety is a top priority, and cooperation is essential in maintaining a secure environment for everyone. Stay safe and cautious while enjoying Malta’s beautiful coastal areas.

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More Tourists Visit Malta In 2023 Compared To 2022

Jul 23 2024 Share

A recent study completed by the National Statistics Office revealed how the number of inbound tourists coming to Malta increased significantly in 2023 compared to 2022.

The numbers went from 2,286,597 inbound tourists in 2022 to a whopping 2,975,670 tourists arriving in Malta in the year 2023. This large increase of tourists most likely has to do with the further easing of Covid-19 restrictions.

It was shown that 61.3% of these tourists came to Malta using low-cost airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air.

The total number of tourists visiting Malta on average stayed 6.6 nights, down by 0.5 nights in 2022, and had a total estimated expenditure of  €2.5 billion.

Inbound tourists visiting only the Gozo and Comino region amounted to 158,378 tourists, an increase of 22.7% over 2022.

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