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Malta With Highest Population Density Amidst European Countries

Malta With Highest Population Density Amidst European Countries
Apr 9 2024 Share

According to a recent infographic shared by @theeuropeancorrespondent featuring Our World In Data 2024 statistics, Malta stands out at the top spot with a remarkable population density of 1,677 people per square kilometre.

This significantly surpasses the next country on the list, The Netherlands, which has 525 people per square kilometre, less than one-third of Malta’s density.

Explaining Malta’s high population density, the page noted that being one of the world’s smallest countries with limited available land for expansion has naturally led to a concentration of population in a compact space.

Migration patterns, economic opportunities, and urbanisation have also contributed to the density observed in Malta today, the page explains.

In stark contrast, Iceland occupies the opposite end of the spectrum with just four people per square kilometre. Following Iceland are northern European and Scandinavian countries like Norway, Finland, Sweden, Latvia, and Estonia, which also boast low population densities compared to Malta.

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Pedestrians Walk On As Crates Dangle Overhead In Sliema

Pedestrians Walk On As Crates Dangle Overhead In Sliema
Apr 9 2024 Share

In Sliema, a concerning incident unfolded when a contractor failed to secure a large load of around 20 blue crates dangling perilously over pedestrians at the Fortina development.

Shocked bystanders witnessed this hazardous scene on Saturday morning, with the crates suspended approximately 12 floors up.

Photographer Rene Rossignaud captured footage of the crates supported precariously by a wooden palette and two straps, highlighting the absence of adequate safety measures.

According to Times of Malta, Fortina Investments reportedly and promptly issued an apology, acknowledging the oversight, while the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) initiated an investigation into the incident.

The footage revealed that although some metal barriers were placed, the area was not fully cordoned off, endangering unaware pedestrians passing underneath. Rossignaud noted ongoing crate transfers without proper safety protocols, contrasting with previous instances where the area had been properly secured.

Fortina Investments emphasized safety as a priority and expressed regret over the lapse, vowing to prevent such occurrences in the future.

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Total Solar Eclipse Stuns North America

Total Solar Eclipse Stuns North America
Apr 9 2024 Share

During a total solar eclipse, a swath of North America was enveloped in darkness as the moon obscured the sun completely for over four minutes in certain locations along its path from Mexico, through the United States, and into Canada.

 

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Thousands of people and amateur astronomers did not pass up this opportunity, as the next total solar eclipse will take place on August 12th 2026 but will be viewable from the Arctic, eastern Greenland, Spain and Iceland.

 

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Unfortunately for us Maltese, the next total solar eclipse will take place 64 years from now on the 21st of April 2088. However, next year, on the 7th of September, Malta will be able to witness a total lunar eclipse.

 

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But if you still want to get a taste, a partial lunar eclipse will take place on the 18th of September 2024!

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Original 10c Superman Comic Sells For $6 Million

Original 10c Superman Comic Sells For $6 Million
Apr 8 2024 Share

A historic 1938 comic showcasing Superman’s debut fetched an astonishing $6 million at auction, marking it as the most expensive comic ever sold, reported by Heritage Auctions, the auction house responsible for the sale.

This particular issue, Action Comics No. 1, introduced Superman to the world for a mere 10 cents per copy 86 years ago, shaping the course of comic book history.

Described by Heritage Auctions Vice President Barry Sandoval as the “most important, impactful comic book ever published,” Action Comics No. 1 played a critical role in defining the Golden Age of comics and influencing the medium’s evolution.

Despite its age, the comic remains in remarkably good condition, boasting vivid colors with minimal wear at the top. Only two other unrestored copies are known to be in better condition, out of an estimated surviving total of just 100 from the original 200,000 print run.

The story, penned by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, unfolds Superman’s origin as an alien child sent to Earth to escape his planet’s destruction, introducing iconic characters like Lois Lane.

This issue’s exceptional value is evident from individual loose pages fetching up to $60,000 each. Previous sales of similar comics have set records, with one selling for $3.25 million in 2021 and another private sale in 2022 fetching $5.3 million for Superman #1.

Superman’s enduring legacy has transcended comics, making him an iconic figure in American pop culture, inspiring movies, books, toys, and more.

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