Malta to reach over half a million COVID-19 doses administered mark

May 27 2021

Deputy Prime Minister and Health Minister Chris Fearne announced today on social media platforms that Malta will be reaching over half a million COVID-19 doses administered. That puts the vaccination rollout at 500,000 doses administered, with 200,000 people having received both doses of the vaccine.

The successful vaccination rollout has led to the easing of measures, easing of pressure on Malta’s healthcare systems and even a massive decrease in COVID-19 spread and deaths. With over-16s being able to apply for their vaccine, Malta has also become the first EU country to reach herd immunity.

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Photo Source: Chris Fearne FB

Ariana Grande’s white wedding gown dazzles the internet

May 27 2021

Following the news that star Ariana Grande has tied the knot in an intimate and private wedding ceremony with her then-fiancee-now-husband Dalton Gomez, the wedding was confirmed on social media through Grande’s stunning wedding photos. The wedding, which took place at her Montecito, California home, was made even more elegant with Grande’s Vera Wang custom made silk dress.

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The 27-year-old donned a white gown with a low swooping back and leg slit, complete with a sculpted neckline. The dress was accompanied by a white mini bag and patent platforms. There were allegedly just 20 guests at the wedding, with Grande’s parents walking her down the aisle.

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Photo Source: arianagrande IG

Belgium suspends Johnson & Johnson vaccine for under 41s

May 27 2021

Belgium suspended the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday following the death of one person who received the shot. The suspension concerns people under 41-years-of-age, with the Belgian government stating that it was asking for urgent advice from the European Medicines Agency.

The case concerns a woman who was vaccinated through her foreign employer outside the Belgian system and died last week after developing ‘serious thrombosis and reduced blood platelets.’ No more information was given except for the fact that she was under 40.

The one-shot vaccine was being used in Belgium for elderly with reduced mobility and homeless due to its one-shot administering. This roll-out will continue, with the under-41 suspension being analysed.

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Arms dealer denied bail after finding faulty firearm in car

May 26 2021

Aaron Cassar, 41, was arrested on Tuesday after police discovered an unlicensed and loaded pistol in his car boot. In view of his criminal record, Cassar was deemed untrustworthy after he was targeted by members of Major Crimes Unit in his hometown of Birzebbuga following anonymous information about a suspected arms deal was given to authorities. The gun was found loaded with two bullets inside the luggage boot, but Cassar plead not guilty to the unlawful possession.

He also plead not guilty to breaching bail conditions handed down by the Criminal Court in 2017. Cassar was allegedly arraigned four years ago as one of three involved in a failed arson attack at the Marsa home of Deniro Magri. Magri was also separately charged over the fatal shooting of one of the suspected arsonists.

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Photo Source: Malta Police Force Communications