As the Republic Day long-weekend approaches, weather forecasts are showing a cloudy week ahead for the Maltese islands.
Temperatures are only predicted to go as high as 19 degrees Celsius and are set to drop to 11 degrees Celsius. Thursday 12th is also expected to bring in rain showers, making it the 10th rainy in December.
However, the maximum weather temperature is forecasted to be higher than that of the previous weekend.
Will the gloomy weather be affecting your weekend?
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A dismembered body found in a suitcase floating near the Gżira promenade on Monday is thought to belong to a man in his 40s or 50s, police have revealed to Times of Malta.
The suitcase was spotted in the water and retrieved by police around 2 pm.
Investigators believe the crime occurred recently, as the body showed no significant signs of decomposition. They also noted that the suitcase was inadequately weighted, causing it to float and become visible.
Despite the dismemberment, investigators are examining the victim’s facial features for potential identification.
An autopsy scheduled for Tuesday is expected to provide crucial forensic evidence that may help identify the perpetrator.
The body and suitcase were retrieved from the water and secured in a body bag for further investigation. A magisterial inquiry is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the gruesome discovery.
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A 3,400-mile transatlantic tunnel connecting London and New York may sound like sci-fi, but it’s a real concept sparking debate among futurists and engineers. This bold vision involves high-speed trains zooming under the Atlantic in just 54 minutes, replacing a seven-hour flight with a near-instant commute.
However, the challenges are as massive as the idea itself. With a staggering $19 trillion (€23 trillion) price tag and no existing technology to make it work, the project remains far from reality. Still, it’s a glimpse into a future where engineering pushes the boundaries of global connectivity.
One idea envisions trains hurtling through vacuum tubes at over 3,100 mph, while others imagine jetpack-like propulsion systems. Practicality aside, proposals for the tunnel include embedding it beneath the ocean floor, constructing an above-seafloor conduit, or creating a submerged floating tunnel anchored by cables 49 meters underwater.
Even with the green light, the scale of this endeavor is daunting. For context, the 23.5-mile Channel Tunnel took six years to build. At 3,400 miles, the transatlantic tunnel would requires massive amounts of resources and decades of construction.
While it’s unlikely we’ll see this project completed in our lifetimes, it’s an exciting testament to how far means of transport have evolved over the years and the possibilities of future innovation.
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The already oft-visited St Lucia’s Street has become a Christmas wonderland, fully decorated with Christmas trees, baubles and lights, to bring people into the atmosphere of the holidays.
@loiblverena Tried the viral Restaurant in Malta, location at the end✨ #maltatiktok #reisetipps #visitmalta #beautifuldestinations #fyp #lovemalta #christmas
All of Valletta is transformed into a Christmas city when the holidays come around, and the beloved streets, filled with venues, is no exception.
Have you visited it yet?
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Source: @loiblverena TikTok
