Dust from Saharan set to affect Malta next week.
Higher-than-usual levels of Saharan desert dust are expected to reach Malta between Sunday, March 23, and Thursday, March 27, 2025, according to reports from www.bnazzi.com.
Dust levels are expected to peak from Monday to Wednesday March 24th-26th.
The dust event is caused by a low-pressure system over North Africa, driving strong winds that lift desert dust across the Mediterranean.
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Flights to Heathrow cancelled due to fire in airport.
Investigators continue to believe the fire was not the result of a deliberate act, but stress inquiries are at an early stage
The Heathrow fire has left more than 16,000 homes without power.
A Heathrow spokesperson said,”To ensure the safety of our passengers and staff, we have no choice but to close Heathrow until 11:59 PM on 21 March 2025.”
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Police have arrested a 36 year old Indian man in connection with an attack at Mater Dei Hospital.
The arrest follows an ongoing investigation into the stabbing of a 41 year old Indian nurse who was grievously injured yesterday evening with a sharp object by a male nurse.
The suspect fled the scene after the altrecation but authorities have now confirmed his location and apprehended him.
The male nurse is currently in custody for further questioning and is expected to be arraigned in court in the coming days.
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A 41 year old nurse from India was grievously injured in an alleged attack at Mater Dei Hospital yesterday evening.
The nurse was reportedly attacked with a sharp object by a male nurse, also from India, who fled the scene.
Mater Dei Hospital confirmed the incident and is closely monitoring the nurse’s condition.
The hospital is cooperating fully with police to ensure a thorough investigation and emphasised its commitment to a safe, respectful environment for all staff and patients, condemning any form of violence or inappropriate behaviour.
Police investigations are still ongoing.
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by Stefan Azzopardi
