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Man Grievously Injured After Falling During Roof Work

Man Grievously Injured After Falling During Roof Work
Apr 9 2024 Share

Yesterday, at around 1700hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed in a residence in Pjazza Sir Luigi Preziosi, Floriana.

Police convened immediately on site and preliminary investigations showed that a 29 year old man resident of Birżebbuġa had fallen after some slabs he was on collapsed whilst on the roof.

Members from the Civil Protection Department were called onto the site, along with a medical team. He was later taken to Mater Dei Hospital for further care and was certified as having suffered grievous injures.

Police investigations are still ongoing.

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Local Artist’s Maltese Door Mug Appears On CNN Live

Local Artist's Maltese Door Mug Appears On CNN Live
Apr 9 2024 Share

A mug showcasing the colourful and traditional doors of Malta has made an appearance on CNN Live, as it sat on the desk of News anchor Brianna Keilar.

 

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‘Sharing Malta’s culture and colours has always been my mission, and thanks to Brianna, we’ve reached a wider audience’, wrote Stephanie on Instagram.

 

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Stephanie loves including traditional Maltese art forms in her works, whether it’s beach towels, bookmarks, tableware or, of course, mugs!

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1st Maltese Presidency Of OSCE Conference Held In Malta

1st Maltese Presidency Of OSCE Conference Held In Malta
Apr 9 2024 Share

The annual conference on anti-Semitism commenced in Malta under the auspices of the OSCE, marking the first such gathering during Malta’s presidency of this international organization. Ian Borg, Malta’s Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, currently serving as Chairperson-in-Office of the OSCE, stressed the urgent need for a collective response against anti-Semitism and all forms of intolerance and discrimination. Minister Borg emphasized adherence to OSCE’s fundamental principles of equality, tolerance, non-discrimination, and respect for all individuals irrespective of their beliefs or ethnicity.

Highlighting the global threat posed by anti-Semitism, religious intolerance, and xenophobia, Minister Borg called for proactive measures and educational initiatives to enhance understanding and acceptance. He also reflected on Malta’s historical role in sheltering Jewish refugees during World War II. Minister Borg commended the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) within the OSCE for its efforts in promoting human rights protection and thanked his Special Representatives for Tolerance and Non-Discrimination.

Minister Borg concluded by urging collective commitment towards creating a world free from fear and discrimination. The conference in St. Julian’s saw participation from 47 delegations representing 57 OSCE-affiliated countries. Key speeches were delivered by OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid, ODIHR Director Matteo Meccaci, and other OSCE officials. Minister Borg also engaged in bilateral meetings with prominent figures including US Special Representative Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt and Israel’s Ambassador Zeev Boker, among others.

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Over 25% Of Mt Carmel Patients Suffer Substance Abuse

Over 25% Of Mt Carmel Patients Suffer Substance Abuse
Apr 9 2024 Share

During a parliamentary session on Monday, Health Minister Joe Etienne Abela disclosed that over 25% of the patients at Mount Carmel Hospital are affected by substance abuse.

This information was revealed in response to a query from PN MP Ian Vassallo regarding the proportion of hospital patients admitted due to substance use.

Abela specified that 25.75% of the hospital’s current patient population has a history of substance use. Situated in Attard, Mount Carmel Hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient mental health services.

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