Instagram Down For Thousands Of Users Worldwide

Mar 22 2024

According to outage tracking website Downdetector.com, Meta Platforms’ Instagram suffered a significant outage affecting thousands of users. At its peak, more than 5,000 users in the United States reported difficulties accessing the popular photo-sharing platform.

This recent incident comes on the heels of a widespread outage earlier this month, when both Facebook and Instagram experienced worldwide issues on March 5th. Users encountered problems with logging in, being unexpectedly logged out, and experiencing trouble refreshing pages. Some users were even prompted to change their passwords.

During the March 5th outage, Facebook experienced over 550,000 reports of disruptions, while Instagram faced approximately 92,000 reports at its peak. These outages, lasting for more than two hours, were attributed to technical issues.

Downdetector compiles outage reports from various sources, including user-submitted errors, to monitor service disruptions across platforms.

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Malta Hold Draw Against Slovenia With Two Goals

Mar 22 2024

In a thrilling friendly match at the National Stadium, Malta faced off against Slovenia, ultimately settling for a 2-2 draw.

Despite a shaky start that saw Slovenia take an early lead due to defensive errors, Malta bounced back in the second half. With increased pressure and determination, they turned the game around with goals from Matthew Guillaumier and Steve Pisani.

However, Slovenia’s Benjamin Sesko dashed Malta’s hopes of a victory with a brilliant equalizer. Despite this setback, Malta’s performance showcased their growth as a team in recent months, offering hope for the future.

Coach Michele Marcolini made strategic changes, bringing in players like Steve Pisani and Juan Corbalan to fill in for absentees.

Despite Slovenia’s dominance in parts of the game, Malta fought hard, creating chances and showing resilience. Ultimately, Sesko’s impressive strike ensured the match ended in a draw, but Malta’s spirited performance left fans proud and optimistic.

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Source: TVM News

Myriam Spiteri Debono Could Become Malta’s Next President

Myriam Spiteri Debono Officially Sworn In As Malta's 11th President

Mar 22 2024

Former speaker Myriam Spiteri Debono emerges as the leading candidate for Malta’s next President, according to sources from Times of Malta.

With a background as a notary and a history of involvement in Labour politics, she notably served as the first female speaker of parliament during the late 1990s.

Recognized for her moderate socialist beliefs, Spiteri Debono’s nomination by Prime Minister Robert Abela received no objections from opposition leader Bernard Grech.

The PN parliamentary group is expected to grant approval shortly. If confirmed, Spiteri Debono will assume office on April 4, succeeding George Vella.

In response to inquiries, Spiteri Debono emphasized the importance of an official announcement and parliamentary consensus. Despite previous nominations, such as for the Standards Commission job, she remains committed to her newfound presidential candidacy. Notably, she has garnered respect across party lines for her acknowledgment of pressing issues, including the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

The nomination’s approval would conclude months of speculation regarding the presidency. Various other candidates, including European Commissioner Helena Dalli and current Speaker Anglu Farrugia, have been considered.

Constitutional amendments now require a two-thirds majority for presidential appointments, marking a significant change from previous procedures.

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Foreign Man Found Dead In Gżira Residence

Mar 22 2024

Yesterday, 21st March 2024, Police received a report of a deceased person in a Gżira residence and convened immediately on site to initiate investigations.

NET News was informed that, along with the Forensics Division, the police learned that the deceased person was a foreigner who was found dead in a house in Triq Moroni, Gżira.

The police informed NET News that the man had reportedly died a natural death, but police investigations re still ongoing.

Other sources informed NET News that in the house where the body was found there were around 15 residents living in unison. None of the persons living there realised the person was dead as they suspected they were asleep.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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Source: NET News