Police Officers In Yesterdays Operation To Be Given Assistance

Aug 13 2024

The Malta Police Union has voiced strong support for the officers involved in yesterday’s tragic incident, which led to the death of Nicolette Ghirxi and the alleged aggressor. The Union is committed to providing full assistance to the officers as they navigate the aftermath of this situation.

Following a murder in Birkirkara and a subsequent search for the suspect, the officers were compelled to use lethal force. The Union stresses that their actions were aimed at protecting public safety and that a thorough investigation will show these actions were justified.

In recognition of the emotional and psychological impact on the officers, the Union will ensure they receive comprehensive support and resources. They call on the community for patience and understanding as the investigation unfolds, reaffirming their dedication to supporting the police force in their role of serving and protecting the public.

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Nearly 1 Million People Passed Through Malta International Airport In July

Aug 13 2024

Last July, the Malta International Airport welcomed in an unprecedented 951,861 passengers. This is a significant 12.2% increase from the passenger volume of July 2023.

This result also confirms July 2024 to be the busiest month in Malta International Airport’s history, as the first ever month to surpass 900,000 passenger movements.

The airport received 214 arriving and departing flights on its busiest day of the month, which fell on Thursday 25^th July.

The top market was Italy with a total of 242,385 passenger movements and to accompany that statistic the most popular airport was Rome Fiumicino with a total of 57,399 passenger movements.

After Italy the top markets were the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Poland.

Poland is the fastest growing market within the top 5, growing by a massive 51.4% since last year.

To date this year the Malta International Airport has seen a staggering 5,017,275 passenger movements, a 17.1% total increase from 2023.

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Eleven Arrested In Major Human Trafficking Operation

Aug 13 2024

Eleven people were arrested in Malta on Monday in a human trafficking operation by the police. The arrests followed weeks of intelligence gathering by the Vulnerable Victims Squad and the Financial Crimes Investigation Unit.

Raids were conducted simultaneously in Birkirkara, Gżira, St Paul’s Bay, Siġġiewi, Fgura, Gudja, Paola, Żebbuġ, and Senglea. Those arrested include eight Maltese nationals—seven men and one woman—as well as a Romanian man and woman.

Police seized a significant amount of cash and various valuable items during the raids. The suspects are being held in the Floriana police lock-up.

Magistrate Philip Galea Farrugia is leading an inquiry into what is believed to be an organized crime ring involved in human trafficking. The investigation continues.

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Miley Cyrus Pays Tribute To Hannah Montana After Becoming Youngest Disney Legend

Aug 13 2024

Superstar Miley Cyrus paid tribute to her breakthrough role of Hannah Montana in her speech after becoming the youngest ever Disney legend.

The 31-year old got emotional and teary as she was accepting the award at the D23 expo, stating “I had gotten a taste of what my life could be, and from that moment on, I did not want anything else,”

“I stand here still proud to have been Hannah Montana,” she continued. “In so many ways, this award is dedicated to Hannah and all of her amazing loyal fans, and to everyone who has made my dream a reality. To quote the legend herself, ‘This is the life.’ “

Hannah Montana is arguably Disney Channel’s most iconic character in their television history and it is clear to see how much playing Hannah Montana meant to Cyrus.

Cyrus was among 14 artists honored as Disney Legends this year, artists which included legends such as Angela Bassit, Jamie Lee Curtis and Harrison Ford all being awarded the award too.

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