Новости за 09.09.2017

A Conservative peer has implored parliamentarians who voted Remain to stay true to their convictions as thousands of anti-Brexit demonstrators marched on Westminster. A sea of blue and yellow Remainers amassed outside the Houses of Parliament, days after politicians returned to parliament following the summer recess. It comes as MPs are set to vote on the repeal bill, formally known as the EU (Withdrawal) Bill, on Monday for the first time, amid concerns over the progress of Brexit negotiations. Addressing the crowds in Parliament Square... Читать дальше...

Gzira United registered their third consecutive win stretching their perfect start for the season, after beating Tarxien Rainbows 2-1 at the Tedesco Stadium.  The Maroons gained foothold of the match from the early minutes but both Andrew Cohen and Emmanuel Okoye failed to convert their chances. Nonetheless, they forged ahead past the half-hour mark when Amadou Samb converted from the penalty spot after he was floored by Christian Cassar. Early in the second half, Okoye nailed the ball into the base... Читать дальше...

Alex Muscat missed a penalty for Sliema as they held Balzan in a tight affair that ended in a predictable draw. Sliema contained their opponents well, restricting Balzan to the odd attack down the left. Alfred Effiong instigated the move which Carlos de Fiori Mendes finished off with a powerfully-struck shot which ended just wide. Sliema’s response was immediate when new boy Jefferson made a good run into the box before floating a dangerous shot-cum-cross that flew tantalizingly across the face of goal but found no takers. Читать дальше...

Hurricane Irma pounded Cuba's northern coast and barreled toward Florida's Gulf Coast as authorities scrambled to complete an unprecedented evacuation of millions of residents hours before the storm lashes the state. Irma, one of the fiercest Atlantic storms in a century, was expected to rip through the Florida Keys archipelago on Sunday morning. It will make landfall on the Florida peninsula somewhere west of Miami on a track that would take it up the state's west coast, including Tampa, forecasters said. Читать дальше...

A series of 16 photos inspired by Pope Francis’ call to appreciate our surroundings and environment, has opened in Għarb. Organised by the Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary, the photographic exhibition by Daniel Cilia of Gozo’s landscape is being held on the occasion of the Month of Prayer for the Care of Creation, which was launched by Pope Francis. In his encyclical on ecology Laudato sì the Pope had insisted that “our common home is like a sister with whom we share our life and a beautiful mother who opens her arms to embrace us”. Читать дальше...

As the country debates the decriminalisation of prostitution, a drop-in centre works behind the scenes with women in prostitution who have no one to turn to. Rita Bonello, manager of Dar Hosea, spoke to Sarah Carabott. None of the women who have crossed paths with Rita Bonello ever wanted to remain in prostitution, contrary to common perception that such a practice is taken up willingly. “The women there tell us they feel like toilets: used and then flushed. Although I don’t want to make a sweeping statement... Читать дальше...

Political leaders were among those attending this afternoon's Gay Pride march in Valletta. The traditional event, the first since gay marriage was legalised in Malta, was celebrated by hundreds as the capital was covered in rainbow colours.  Prime Minister Joseph Muscat and Opposition leader Simon Busuttil were among those attending the march held around St George’s Square, which saw several participants sporting make-up and dancing to the loud music. "I'm here to celebrate diversity. Everyone can... Читать дальше...

A motorcyclist sustained grievous injuries following a traffic accident in Marsascala this afternoon.  The victim, a 30-year-old Briton who lives in Marsascala, was injured after his motorbike collided with a Toyota Landcruiser, driven by a 24-year-old.  The incident happened at 2.45pm in Triq il-Qaliet, Marsascala. An ambulance rushed the Briton to Mater Dei Hospital where has was certified to be suffering from serious injuries.  Police are investigating.

A lack of an effective integration policy and years of neglect from the authorities are to blame for recent incidents involving Marsa open centre residents, according to African refugee and migrant communities. The remarks were made in reaction to a story published yesterday by Times of Malta which said that this facility was due to be closed and all migrants relocated to Ħal Far. The plan is in line with a pledge made by the Labour Party in its June 3 election manifesto to close down the Marsa open centre. Читать дальше...

Hurricane Irma is lashing Cuba with strong winds and heavy rain after devastating several Caribbean islands, but capital Havana has been spared so far. It was the first category five hurricane to hit Cuba in decades. It weakened to category four by Saturday morning but is expected to strengthen again as it approaches Florida. Times of Malta reporter Philip Leone Ganado said the hurricane had caused extensive damage to buildings and tourists were forced to evacuate in other parts of Cuba.  "People... Читать дальше...

A fifth of the Maltese people live alone, compared to a third across the European Union, Eurostat figures show. According to data just released by the European Union’s statistics office, 20.2 per cent of the Maltese population consisted of single adults living alone last year. The EU average stood at 33.1 per cent, making such type of household the most common across the member states. While Malta’s figure is the lowest in the EU ranking, last year’s figure still marked seven percentage points higher when compared to 10 years earlier. Читать дальше...

Adrian Delia pledged to hold the government responsible for every job which is being lost because of nepotism is he is elected Opposition leader next week.  The PN leadership contender said he had met with several workers who lost overtime benefits and allowances simply because preference was being given to Labour's inner circle.    Dr Delia said he would hold the government responsible for the losses sustained by the self-employed because of incompetence in administering EU regulations, which was... Читать дальше...

A 60-year-old woman sustained serious injuries when she fell down the stairs of her residence in Mqabba, the police said.  Medics and police rushed to the scene of the incident in Triq il-Katakombi around 11.15am. The victim was rushed to hospital in an ambulance.  Police are investigating.

Manchester City took advantage of Sadio Mane's controversial sending-off to thrash Liverpool 5-0 in an eventful Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium. Mane was shown a straight red card in the first half for a high challenge on Ederson that led to the City goalkeeper being carried off on a stretcher. City were already leading at that point through Sergio Aguero but Gabriel Jesus and substitute Leroy Sane then both struck twice in a commanding performance. City later reported that Ederson was... Читать дальше...

A total of €180,000 was donated to 21 band clubs thanks to a culture fund.  The initiative was spearheaded by the Culture Ministry through a competitive process administered by Arts Council Malta in collaboration with the Association of Maltese Bands.  Minister Owen Bonnici explained how band clubs are voluntary organisations that play an important role in our communities, both by teaching music as well as through the added value they provide to villages and communities.  The minister explained how... Читать дальше...

Russia's Defence Ministry criticised German Defence Minister Ursula von der Leyen, saying it was bewildered by her assertion that Moscow planned to send more than 100,000 troops to war games on NATO's eastern flank this month. On Thursday, the German defence minister said the war games, code named Zapad or "West", were a clear "demonstration of capabilities and power of the Russians". "Anyone who doubts that only has to look at the high numbers of participating forces in the Zapad exercise: more... Читать дальше...

The Labour has no long-term economic plan for the country and measures need to be taken to avoid a property bubble, Nationalist leader contender Chris Said has said.  "Should I be entrusted with taking the PN forward as leader, I will ensure a robust economic plan over two stages – the period 2022 running to 2030, and subsequently from 2030 to 2040," he said, outlining his economic vision.  Dr Said will go head-to-head against Adrian Delia on September 16 in an election to succeed Simon Busuttil. Читать дальше...

Randolph De Battista has been appointed as the Labour Party's new chief executive, after a number of years serving in Brussels.  The lawyer worked in Malta's permanent representation in Brussels and was also a member of the negotiating team with chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier. Dr De Battista had served in the PL's communication team before 2013.  "Together with the party leadership and administration, we will continue working to ensure the Labour Party remains the most organised and strongest party in Malta," he said. Читать дальше...

Firefighters were called in to put out a fire which enveloped a cash van on The Strand in Gżira.  Police said nobody was injured when the fire was sparked in the front part of the van owned by a private security company. It is not known whether the van was carrying any cash at the time.  Police are investigating.

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A 60-year-old Valletta man died at Ħandaq shooting range this morning in what police believe was a firearm accident.  Police said preliminary investigations suggested the man had a "technical problem" with his gun and ended up being hit by a bullet. They were called to the scene at 11am.  An ambulance took the man to Mater Dei hospital, where he passed away some time later.  An inquiry into the case is underway.

Italy's defence minister has said there is "some basis" to allegations by two American students that they were raped in Florence by Carabinieri policemen. The two women, aged 19 and 21, have said they were raped in the early hours of September 7 after they were given a lift home from a nightclub in the Italian city by a Carabinieri police patrol. The two policemen have denied the accusations. Italian media say the police were called to the nightclub after a fight broke out on the premises. The students... Читать дальше...

Nationalist Party leadership contenders Adrian Delia and Chris Said both held separate meetings with construction lobbyists, the Malta Development Association said today.  In a statement, the MDA said the meetings had been held at the request of the two candidates and had turned out to be "fruitful."  Dr Delia told the MDA that he wants a long-term plan running to 2050 and that he considered the construction sector to be one of the country's most important economic sectors. READ: Early voters go... Читать дальше...

Should 16-year-olds vote in the general election or be candidates in local elections?These are the questions the government is asking as it seeks feedback to extend the voting rights of 16-year-olds to national elections, including the European Parliament ones. The four-week public consultation process was unveiled this morning by parliamentary secretary Julia Farrugia Portelli, accompanied by parliamentary secretaries Clifton Grima and Silvio Parnis. READ: Do you want your 16-year-old to vote? But there is no rush to change the law... Читать дальше...