A recent report reveals that Malta’s air contains more than twice the recommended levels of pollutants set by the World Health Organization (WHO). According to the 2023 World Air Quality Report released by Swiss air quality technology company IQAir on Tuesday, Malta averaged 12 micrograms of fine particles per cubic meter last year. These fine particles, which measure just 2.5 millionths of a meter (PM2.5), include pollutants like sulfates, black carbon, nitrates, and ammonium, and are approximately one-fiftieth the width of a human hair. (Times of Malta)
Half of Maltese population trusts info if backed by data
According to a Eurobarometer survey commissioned by the European Commission, Malta is among six EU member states where more than half of its population tends to trust information when it is supported by statistics and data. In Malta, specifically, 21% of respondents express a significantly higher level of trust in information supported by statistics compared to statements lacking data, while 29% indicate a slightly higher level of trust. Alarmingly, 19% exhibit a lower level of trust in information supported by statistics, while 26% state that the presence or absence of data does not affect their level of trust. (Maltatoday)
Man poises as education official to steal gold coins from museum
Justin Mallia, aged 25 and hailing from Bormla, was detained in custody after allegedly stealing two gold French-era medals from the Maritime Museum in Birgu this Monday. Facing charges of aggravated theft, possession of the unlawfully acquired government-owned medals, and defrauding the Maritime Museum, Mallia also stands accused of violating three bail decrees, the most recent of which was issued earlier this month. Mallia potentially faces forfeiture of €20,800 in bail funds. (The Malta Independent)
