Early yesterday morning, at around 0430hrs, police were informed that an argument had broken outside an entertainment establishment in Triq ix-Xlendi, Munxar, Gozo.
Preliminary investigations showed that a 56 year old Finnish man suffered some injuries during the argument.
A medical team was called on site and transported him to the Gozo General Hospital. He was certified as having suffered serious injuries.
An inquiry has been opened as police continue their investigations.
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SpaceX successfully launched its reusable Starship spacecraft and achieved a significant milestone by catching its 232-foot Super Heavy booster with giant robotic arms, known as “chopsticks.”
This marked the first attempt to return the booster to the launch tower after separating from the Starship second stage at 46 miles above Earth.
Thousands of distinct vehicle and pad criteria had to be met prior to catching the Super Heavy booster. Thanks to the tireless work of SpaceX engineers, we succeeded with catch on our first attempt. pic.twitter.com/6wa5v6xHI0
— SpaceX (@SpaceX) October 13, 2024
The booster landed back at Boca Chica, Texas, where it was securely caught in a controlled manner by the robotic arms, despite the challenges of stabilising both the rocket and the tower.
This feat represents a major advancement in rocket technology, as previous large launch vehicles, like the Saturn V, were considered expendable and would crash back to Earth.
The Starship second stage, meanwhile, continued into space before landing in the Indian Ocean, west of Australia, completing its fifth test flight. Both the booster and second stage are designed to be reusable and capable of carrying cargo and crew to the moon and beyond.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved the launch just a day before, weeks earlier than expected. SpaceX, which describes Starship as the world’s most powerful launch vehicle, has faced delays but continues to make progress, with Starship 6 already approved for its next mission.
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Amidst supporter’s chants, a Teddy Teuma penalty found the net and earned Malta a 1-0 victory against Moldova.
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With the match heading for a draw, Teuma calmly brought home the decisive spot-kick in the first minute of stoppage time, lifting Malta to the top of Group 2 in the UEFA Nations League, level on points with Moldova.
Malta had another chance to boost their goal difference when they were awarded a second penalty just minutes later. However, Teuma missed the opportunity,.
Despite this, the victory was crucial, keeping Malta’s hopes of promotion alive.
h Teuma’s composure under pressure secured a vital three points under Davide Mazzotta’s debut as Malta’s interim coach.
Basil Tuma, who made an impressive second-half debut, won the match-winning penalty. Malta now face a decisive match against Andorra, where a win and favourable results from
Moldova could see them finish top. Alternatively, they can still advance through the promotion play-offs in March 2026 if they finish second in the group.
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Charlton Mifsud, a haulier from Mqabba, was remanded in custody on Sunday after allegedly assaulting three police officers at the Sliema police station. The incident occurred Friday evening when Mifsud and his father were summoned regarding a dangerous driving report.
Upon arrival, Mifsud reportedly caused a disturbance by shouting and banging on a perspex screen. When officers attempted to calm him and requested his personal details, he refused and allegedly became violent. In the ensuing struggle, one officer sustained a fractured wrist while the other two suffered minor injuries.
Mifsud was charged with threatening and injuring the officers, resisting arrest, and grievously injuring one constable. He pleaded not guilty but was denied bail due to the serious nature of the offences and concerns about tampering with evidence.
The court also noted his history of similar offences, including drug-related crimes. His lawyer argued that Mifsud had been manhandled by the officers, but the court remained firm on its decision.
This incident follows another recent assault on police officers, prompting calls for harsher penalties for such crimes.
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