Malta ranks in 51st place in terms of IQ reveals new survey

Jul 5 2022

A new survey and research by ‘World Population Review’ has placed Malta in 51st place when it comes to overall IQ in 2022.

According to a 2019 study by researchers Richard Lynn and David Becker at the Ulster Institute, it was found that the highest average IQ scores in the world belong to Japan, and it was carried on to 2022.

IQs are measured with standardised tests and receiving a score that ranks their intelligence level. IQ also typically reflect the quality of education and resources available to a people’s geographic region.

Japan, with a ranking of 106.49 in IQ, was closely followed by Taiwan, Singapore and Hong Kong. However, China takes the top of the list when it comes to top 10 smartest countries based on students’ test scores in maths, reading and science.

Malta placed between Barbados and Myanmar, with an a score of 91.27 with its 444,033 population in 2022.

However, the research also points out that IQ isn’t the only way to measure intelligence. Seeking out the smartest countries in the world, IQ might have nothing to do with the ranking.

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June 2022 was the hottest Maltese summer in 100 years

Jul 5 2022

According to reports by weather Facebook page ‘It-Temp Madwarna’, June 2022 was a record-breaking month with two scorching heat waves at the start and end.

The first summer month and the sixth month of the year, June 2022 recorded not a single droplet of rain as the sun radiated intense heat onto the islands.

It was found that June 2022 had maximum temperatures 4.2°C hotter than the average 28.2°C, with the minimum temperatures being around 3.2°C higher than the average 18.9°C.

The highest recorded temperature for the month was 39°C on the 28th of June, whereas the lowest temperature was recorded at 19°C during several dawns during the middle of the month.

No rain was recorded during the month of June, ranked at 0% of the average 4.2mm, and no storm was recorded either. Several days began with a low hanging mist as well as a repeated occurrence of desert dust settling over the island.

The month was relatively calm when it came to wind force, as only two days were registered with over Force 5 winds. The highest wind force was registered at Force 7 on the 10th of June. The sea temperature also soared from 20°C to around 23°C by the end.

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Love Island Gemma’s MALTESE EX makes headlines across the UK

Jul 5 2022

Love Island has quickly become one of the most popular TV series across the globe for its chaos and heated story lines, but this time round a Maltese person is involved in the drama.

27-year-old Neil Farrugia has made headlines across the UK after sharing his feelings on former girlfriend and current Love Island star Gemma Owen. After having to deal with some romantic turbulence of her own before setting her sights on fishmonger Luca Bish, her Maltese ex Neil Farrugia appeared on multiple UK tabloids expressing his opinion on the couple.

In a New Magazine exclusive, Farrugia was quoted saying “Luca’s not Gemma’s type… we still have positive vibes’, with OK! magazine publishing an article titled Love Island’s Gemma’s ex thinks he could ‘turn her head back’ as Luca ‘isn’t her type’.

Farrugia stated that Owen, who is the 19-year-old daughter of former professional footballer Michael Owen, is not only ‘drop dead stunning’ but has a ‘super personality’, going on to argue that would try his best to turn her head in his direction if he joined the show as a bomb shell.

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NGO reveals how to know when a local bat needs help

Jul 5 2022

Taking to social media, Wildlife Rescue Team Malta revealed that due to the current prolonged heatwave, they have been receiving numerous calls related to bats throughout the week.

The NGO listed a number of scenarios wherein bats would be in need of help. Of these, the NGO listed cases where bats are brought in by cats, often with damage done to wings, or when they are found on the floor.

‘A bat never goes to rest on the ground, therefore in these cases the bat definitely needs to be checked.’

The NGO added that a bat would need help if they are trying to fly but failing to do so or if baby bats are found on the floor. ‘Our bats are very small, adults are rarely more than 5cm long. A baby is the size of a 10c coin. Never attempt to feed yourselves as they are extremely sensitive.’

The NGO urged the public to immediately call the emergency number 99999505 and, if possible, place the bat in a small ventilated box until the staff arrive.

‘If a bat is on the outside and flying, it’s ok and does not need to be picked up.

If a bat has entered your house, close the door of the room to contain in one area, and open the curtains and windows to the outside. MONITOR to know if it has flown out. Sometimes it takes even up to 30 minutes for them to find the opening.’

The NGO also urged people to place water bowls in a house’s outdoor areas as bats, along with birds and other wildlife, will be struggling with the heat.

‘Donations are always welcome and can be sent by bank transfer or Revolut transfer on our Wildlife IBAN MT18 VALL 2201 3000 0000 4002 353 8289 , Swift code VALLMTMT.’

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