Moviment Graffiti activists force back construction machinery in Dingli

Moviment Graffiti activists protests force back construction machinery in Dingli

Mar 22 2021

Moviment Graffiti took to FaceBook to update the public about the current construction and ensuing protest that took place in Dingli. With live footage from the scene, protesters were seen literally wrestling back against machinery as they attempted to stop the development in a field.

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With police attempting to calm the situation down, the protesters did more than just hold placards as they joined farmers and residents in the protest whilst maintaining to social distancing measures. They stated that 300 year old Carob trees will be destroyed and a medieval church endangered if the development continues. Moviment Graffiti have reported that machinery left the scene of construction and that they will remain vigilant on location to ensure work does not resume.

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Off-white launches ‘Keep Safe’ bucket hat equipped with visor

Mar 22 2021

COVID-19 has inevitably affected our attire, making masks and visors a mainstay. Off-White has managed to make these essential protective gear fashionable as they release their new ‘Keep Safe Bucket Hat’. Accompanied by a visor, the hat sports the iconic brand logo and selling at up to $560.

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The new fashion statement has certainly captivated the attention of many with some loving it and others not quite sure of how they feel. One thing is for sure however – masks are not going away anytime soon given the pandemic’s overstayed welcome. And it seems Off-White has understood that and tried to incorporate it for all those who want to sport safety in a fashionable way.

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AstraZeneca claims vaccine is 80% effective for elderly with no risks

Mar 22 2021

AstraZeneca has stated that COVID-19 vaccine is 80% effective at preventing the virus in the elderly. Following its US phase III efficacy tests, it was also added that there is no risk of blood clots after the rumours circled around the vaccine. The vaccine proved to be 79% effective at preventing symptoms in the overall population and 100% effective at preventing sever disease and hospitalisation.

After several countries had paused or advised against using the AstraZeneca vaccine due to blood clot fears, the US trials included 32,449 participants of which two thirds received the jab. Many countries have resumed the vaccinations with AstraZeneca vaccines.

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Europe could achieve herd immunity by July

Mar 22 2021

A EU commissioner stated that Europe might achieve herd immunity against COVID-19 by July. This is due to the incoming vaccines speeding up the continent’s sluggish rollout of jabs. This news serves as a glimmer of hope as other countries have had to reinstate several restrictions as the infections seem to be on the rise. EU commissioner Thierry Breton posited July 14th as a symbolic date to aim for.

He also stated that vaccination is the only weapon we have agains the pandemic as France is implementing lockdown, and frustrations manifested into weekend demonstrations into multiple countries. Despite complications arising with blood clot rumours associated with AstraZeneca, more vaccines seem to be on the way as the battle against COVID-19 continues.

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