First patient in the world diagnosed as suffering from ‘climate change’

Nov 10 2021

A Canadian seventy-year-old woman has become the first patient in the world to be suffering from ‘climate change’.

Doctors are saying that heatwaves and poor air quality were responsible for the patient’s worsening conditions. Dr Kyle Merritt examined the senior citizen who suffered from asthma when they arrived at the emergency department in Nelson, British Colombia.

Dr Merritt was prompted to make his first climate change clinical diagnosis, telling Glacier Media that ‘if we’re not looking at the underlying cause, and we’re just treating the symptoms, we’re just gonna keep falling further and further behind.’

The patient was treated during the hottest heatwave in Canadian history last June, when temperatures reached a whopping 49.5 degrees Celsius, killing almost 500 people.

This is worrying considering Canada is known for harsh winters, not heat waves.

The doctor is hoping that other physicians would see such a diagnosis and consider cutting a straighter line between health and climate change. According to WHO, climate change will kill 250,000 people annually between 2030 and 2050.

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Young Maltese activist highlights ‘drastic difference’ during COP26 climate rally

Nov 10 2021

COP26, a name which dominated global headlines for uniting world leaders and activists in the name of climate change and the means by which to address it. The 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference held in Glasgow welcomed leaders from all over the world including Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela as well as KNZ International Official Nigel Caruana and Director of Climate Change and Sustainability Steven Bajada.

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The aim of the conference was to address the Earth’s current climate change situation and establish agreements on a global level in order to mitigate and control issues which are drastically affecting countries around the world. Glasgow welcomed thousands of people including climate activists Greta Thunberg and Sir David Attenborough but KNZ’s Caruana highlighted his concern with the stark difference between the youths marching the streets and the ’emotionless’ politicians and negotiators “disillusioned by bureaucracy.”

In a recent Instagram post, Caruana shed light on the difference between the youths marching the streets of Glasgow “pouring their soul into cries for justice” while inside parties “inside parties sure that the word ‘justice’ is not written in the document, exempting them from payment.” While the young climate activist praised the COP26 summit for certain aspects, it is the difference between the youth and decision-makers which worries him. He highlights that the summit lacks malicious intent but the “submission to incremental change within the broken system” fails to give him hope for a brighter future for the Earth’s climate.

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The COP26 led to the establishment of the COP26 Coalition summit, a widespread response of activists who share Caruana’s sentiments and wished to issue a response against the backdrop of the ‘disillusioned bureaucracy’ happening behind closed doors. The voices of these concerned activists did not only hit the streets of Glasgow but shook the world with its bold approach towards the addressing of climate change.

KNŻ’s role in the matter is to represent young people who are frustrated with the effort, or lack thereof, being made towards the environment whilst giving a voice to the youths who wish to express their concerns during the COP.

Do you agree with these young activists? Let us know in the comments!

Photos: Nigel Caruana / BBC

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Gozo described as ‘Golden’ by world renowned news portal ‘The Guardian’

Nov 10 2021

It’s not a mystery that Gozo has the cultural heritage and natural beauty to go down as one of the world’s most beautiful spots. And international news portals seem to agree, calling Gozo a ‘holiday in itself’.

‘The smaller, quieter – and often-overlooked – island has much to offer, from sandy coves to slow roasts and honey-coloured houses.’ The article showers praise upon the island, highlighting everything tourists can do on the little island.

With ‘soft, golden limestone of the buildings [lighting] up the island against a crisp blue sky’ being a highlighted description of Gozo, it’s no wonder the news portal is fascinated by the island.

Tourism has just kicked back into action following the COVID-19 pandemic, and it seems Malta and Gozo are both capturing the wander lust of many around the globe.

The article even details some of the exquisite dishes, horse-riding activities and the history of the island throughout the ages, serving as international promotion to the mesmerising Gozo.

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Prison director Alex Dalli suspends himself following inmate suicide

Prison director Alex Dalli suspended following inmate suicide

Nov 10 2021

Prison director Alexander Dalli, retired army official, has suspended himself today after a meeting with home affairs minister Byron Camilleri.

An inmate was found dead inside his prison cell at the Corradino Correctional Facility this morning.

The 35-year-old Indian male is suspected of having committed suicide. A magisterial inquiry has been launched, with the Corradino inquiry getting a two-month extension.

Malta has the highest suicide rates in prisons – standing at 25.2 per 10,000 inmates. It also had the highest growth rate in incarceration between 2019 and 2020 (15.2% increase).

This comes after several NGOs and activists called for his resignation and/or suspension. Graffiti activist Andre Callus called him a dangerous individual and Repubblika said he must take political responsibility for these deaths.

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