WATCH: Maltese streets overwhelmed by floods; annual phenomenon was much stronger this year

Nov 29 2021

This year’s excessive rain and floods have affected individuals and businesses across the country but the phenomenon was reportedly much stronger this year. In villages like Marsaxlokk, the coast took to the streets due to varying atmospheric pressure.

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The aforementioned pressure opened the waves and made them stronger over the weekend, so much so that certain vendors were unable to set up their stand or had to dismantle whatever they already had set up due to overwhelming amounts of sea water.

Consultant in Ocean Research Professor Aldo Drago told TVM this phenomenon is something which occurs annually but was much stronger this year. This was noted particularly by the instruments which measure air pressure and water level and reportedly has nothing to do with the tide or the weather but is called a ‘meteo tsunami’. This is due to atmospheric gravity, which is movement in the atmosphere.

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HSBC bank manager under investigation over suspicions of theft from client loan accounts

Nov 29 2021

The Malta Police Force is currently investigating a former HSBC bank manager who was fired after being suspected of stealing money from client loan accounts. Times of Malta reports that the ex-manager is suspected of siphoning money from loan balances granted for reasons such as home improvement.

The individual in question would fake invoices and receipts as if they were coming from clients, without anyone’s knowledge. Clients who would complain about the unauthorised withdrawals would have their complaints directed towards the same individual suspected of the fraud.

Another source reported that the ex-manager would withdraw funds from a different client account to compensate for the suspicious withdrawals from one client’s account.

Police investigations are currently ongoing.

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7 good reasons to wake up at 5am | by Ed’s Common Sense

Nov 28 2021

The phrase ‘the early bird catches the worm’ is thrown around a lot nowadays but many fail to understand the true benefits of waking up early and truly seizing the day. Clinical psychologist and psychotherapist Dr. Edward Curmi joins us this week to introduce us to the benefits of waking up at 5am.

Dr. Edward Curmi is also the author of 2 self-help books titled Ed’s Common Sense.

1. You will feel more motivated for the rest of the day

2. It teaches you punctuality and self discipline

3. It reminds you that you are capable of doing anything

4. You can get a lot of things done without interruptions whilst everyone sleeps

5. Ironically, your brain and memory function much better in the early hours of the day

6. An early rise is more likely to put you in a good mood and promote healthy well-being

7. It’s the perfect time to go do exercise and add yet another positive activity in your life

Do you plan on waking up at 5am from now on?

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Jadon Sancho scores first Premier League goal as Chelsea rescue a point

Nov 28 2021

Chelsea player Jorginho scored a penalty to salvage a point against Manchester United. The game was very tight with Chelsea having more of the ball but Manchester United being more efficient with their chances. The highlights of the game where Jadon Sancho’s highly anticipated first ever Premier League goal and Jorginho’s goal after his clamorous mistake that led to Sancho’s goal.

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The first half was all Chelsea. Chelsea had many opportunities to take the lead an but they couldn’t find the net. Chelsea were dominating the possession stats but their defence were sometimes getting hurt by Manchester United’s pacy attackers. Manchester United had their midfield to blame again, not connecting enough with their attack.

The first goal of the game was against the run of tide, with Jadon Sancho capitalizing on Jorginho’s miscontrol of the ball. The goal was coolly finished with Jadon taking his time before finishing instead of passing it to Marcus Rashford. The second half like the first, featured more of Chelsea despite them being down one.

Jorginho’s chance for redemption came in the 70th minute, when Chelsea were awarded a lifeline after United defender Aaron Wan Bissaka kicked Thiago Silva in the box. The Italian midfielder converted his penalty, equalizing the score and salvaging Chelsea a point. The game ended in a draw with both set of fans wanting more from their teams.

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