Malta Police Force welcomes fleet of 20 brand new SUVs for Rapid Intervention Unit

Jun 29 2021

The Malta Police Force has welcomed another fleet of 20 brand new upgraded vehicles for the Rapid Intervention Unit within the Police Force through an investment of €900,000.

A Facebook post by The Malta Police Force revealed that they will get new SUV type vehicles which can withstand more rough terrain and as a result, provide faster response to less-accessible areas.

@maltapolice today inaugurated 20 new upgraded vehicles for the Rapid Intervention Unit with an investment of over…

Posted by The Malta Police Force on Monday, 28 June 2021

Security features include barrier shields and polycarbonate back seats, which are tailor-made modifications particularly designed for the Malta Police Force.

Police Commissioner Angelo Gafà revealed that this investment is being made to provide “a more professional service, while also ensure the wellbeing and safety of our officers.”

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WATCH: Vaccine developer Dame Sarah Gilbert receives emotional standing ovation at Wimbledon

Jun 29 2021

One of the lead scientists who developed the Astra Zeneca COVID-19 vaccine was given an unexpected standing ovation during a Wimbledon tennis game.

University of Oxford’s Sarah Gilbert was involved in the research that led to the vaccine and while the spectators’ standing ovation was also addressed to health workers, the biggest round of applause was directed at Gilbert.

Earlier this month, the 58-year-old Professor Gilbert was also given the title of ‘Dame’ by Queen Elizabeth II.

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Neil Agius & partner get engaged prior to world record attempt swim

Jun 29 2021

In another heart-warming twist to Neil Agius’ story, prior to his expedition between Linosa and Malta, the activist was proposed to by his partner Lara, to which he said yes.

A social media post on Agius’ page stated called the beautiful moment ‘another layer of excitement to this already epic expedition’, shedding light on such a motivating moment for the endurance swimmer before his circa-55-hour swim.

Agius had originally planned to break the record for Longest Open Water Swim in a journey from Tunisia to Malta, but changed course due to weather conditions, where he will be going for roughly the same distance with his departure from Linosa.

You can track Neil’s journey here.

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Simon Cowell convinced he can bring back One Direction

Jun 28 2021

Simon Cowell has expressed that he can bring back together international favourite boy band One Direction. Having formed the group on X-Factor 11 years ago, the record executive has predicted that the boy band will return together sometime in the future. In a conversation with Mirror Online, the judge stated that the singers could be convinced to reunite and provide fans with another run of their favourite music.

Cowell said that if he could get into a room with them he could possibly persuade them. ‘But I [Cowell] think they should do it, definitely. I would love it to happen. And the fans, of course, would love it.’ The group took their break after announcing the news in 2015, months after Zayn Malik parted ways with the other four. Recording their fifth album ‘Made in the A.M., the boys went on hiatus. But hopes are up following the mogul’s comments. Who knows, maybe we’ll be treated to some new music by all of them soon.

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