Новости за 23.03.2016

The suspected bomb maker in the Paris attacks in November was one of two suicide bombers who targeted the Brussels airport, officials said on Wednesday. The revelation that Najim Laachraoui was among the bombers who died came as Belgians began three days of mourning for the victims of the Brussels airport and metro bombings. The country remained on high alert as authorities hunted for one of the suspected attackers seen on surveillance video with Laachraoui - who was thought to have escaped after... Читать дальше...

Belgian authorities allowed one of the Brussels killers to walk free - after being warned by Turkish officials that he was a terrorist. Ibrahim El Bakraoui, one of the suicide bombers who killed 14 people at Brussels airport, was caught in June at the Turkish-Syrian border and then deported to the Netherlands. Turkish authorities said it warned Belgium and the Netherlands he was a "foreign terrorist fighter". Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that "despite our warnings that this person was a foreign terrorist fighter... Читать дальше...

Precautions that can be taken to keep the Zika virus off Maltese shores were issued by the health authorities this evening in preparation for warmer temperatures which lead to an increase in mosquitoes The Zika virus disease is caused by a virus transmitted by aedes aldopictus mosquitoes. The health authorities referred to an app launched by the World Health Organisation and which can be accessed here. The app contained the latest news on the epidemic and prevention measures that could be taken, they said. Читать дальше...

MALTA-0, MONTENEGRO-1  An early goal proved enough for the Montenegro U-21 team to beat Malta in a UEFA U-21 Group qualifier at the Hibs Stadium. With five points from their opening five games, Malta had high hopes of increasing their tally in their first home outing in this competition but Montenegro were a step ahead with young PSV Eindhoven winger Aleksandar Boljevic by far their best player. Malta raised their game in the second half, aided by the wind, but their efforts failed to unhinge the Montenegrin defence. Читать дальше...

A woman sitting bloodied and dazed just moments after the Brussels airport bombings was one of the most haunting images from the attacks. The woman's family in India saw the photo after Tuesday's blasts. They identified her as Nidhi Chaphekar, a 40-year-old Jet Airways flight attendant and mother of two from Mumbai. "We were searching through the internet to try and get details of the blasts when we saw the pics," her brother-in-law Nilesh Chaphekar told reporters. "The first reaction was 'she's alive... Читать дальше...

The estranged wife of celebrated Ukrainian pianist Vadym Kholodenko pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to capital murder in the killings of her two children last week in her suburban Fort Worth, Texas home. Wearing a yellow jumpsuit from the Tarrant County Jail and with what appeared to be scars on her left wrist, Sofya Tsygankova, 31, said little in her first court appearance in the case. Bond was set at $1 million for each of the two counts of capital murder. Tsygankova, who faces a possible death sentence if convicted... Читать дальше...

Air Malta said today it is moving its Malta-Moscow operation to Sheremetyevo Airport Terminal E as from June 3. Its timetable will remain unchanged operating a twice weekly service departing Malta every Friday and Saturday and Moscow every Saturday and Sunday. Located northwest of central Moscow, the airport is 35 minutes away from the city centre by Aeroexpress train.

A man is refusing to leave his perch near the top of a 24-metre tree in downtown Seattle despite hours of coaxing. Authorities were alerted to the unidentified man on Tuesday morning, and he was still clinging to its branches more than 20 hours later. "Issue appears to be between the man and the tree," Seattle police tweeted. Police spokesman Patrick Michaud told The Seattle Times: "It is quite a spectacle, honestly." Mr Michaud said police want to make sure the man can get down without hurting himself... Читать дальше...

Prince Harry is to extend his trip to Nepal by six days to help rebuild a school damaged by a devastating earthquake last year. The 31-year-old said he will work with a charity group in a remote village, but would not give the location. He made the surprise announcement at the end of what was to be a five-day official visit, during which he visited earthquake-damaged heritage sites, temples and a camp where people made homeless by the April 2015 earthquake are still living. Harry arrived in Nepal... Читать дальше...

A former Manoel Theatre handyman whose job had been terminated in 2014 has filed an application asking the court to rule whether his right to a fair hearing had been breached by the Industrial Tribunal. His request follows a recent decision by the Appeal Court which ruled that the Industrial Tribunal law was unconstitutional as it did not guarantee independence and impartiality. Madam Justice Anna Felice had concluded that various articles in the law were in breach of the principle guaranteeing a fair hearing. Читать дальше...

Malta coach Pietro Ghedin is approaching tomorrow's friendly game against Moldova at the National Stadium in an upbeat mood. The Italian, who in January signed a new two-year contract to stay at the helm of the national team until the end of the 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign, spoke positively about the strength of his squad and the condition of his players during the pre-match news conference. "We have a strong squad," Ghedin told reporters. "We have more players who are playing abroad and that's a very good thing for us. Читать дальше...

Air Malta said today that as Brussels Airport was still closed, it would be operating to and from Dusseldorf airport. Passengers booked to travel on Air Malta to and from Brussels tomorrow were being automatically rebooked on this flight’ The airline was again organising surface transportation between Brussels and Dusseldorf’s airport and vice-versa. Upon arrival in Dusseldorf, coaches would take passengers to Rue Archimede, 25, B – 1000, Brussels next to the Maltese Embassy. Passengers booked on... Читать дальше...

Police have appealed for help in tracing a little boy who helped them clear up after a crucial Premier League game between bitter rivals. After the final whistle at St James' Park and when most of the 52,000 fans had left the Newcastle United versus Sunderland relegation battle, a young fan was caught on camera clearing up police tape from outside the stadium. The boy, who appeared to be aged around 10, was filmed helping two officers pick up tape which had been used to cordon off a patch of grass beside the stadium. Читать дальше...

The funeral of Archbishop Mgr Ġużeppi Mercieca, the head of the church in Malta for 30 years, is currently taking place in Valletta. Mgr Mercieca passed away early on Monday, aged 87. Funeral Mass is being concelebrated by Archbishop Charles Scicluna at St John's Co-Cathedral and fill be followed by a cortege up Republic Street. The burial ceremony will be held privately at the Cathedral in Mdina.

The share index rebounded by 0.19 per cent to surpass the 4,500 mark for the first time since last Thursday as it closed at 4,502.657 points largely reflecting the uplift in the prices of IHI, RS2 Software and GO. Trading volumes decreased notably as just under €193,000 worth of shares changed hands across 12 equities – well below the €480,000 average daily trading registered in recent weeks. RS2 Software closed higher for the fourth consecutive session as the equity continued to rebound from recent... Читать дальше...

Security was tight at the Vatican as thousands of people gathered in St Peter's Square for the Pope's weekly general audience. Police officers used metal detectors to carry out body searches and also checked the bags of those arriving to attend. Addressing the crowds, Pope Francis denounced the "abominable cruelty" of yesterday's blasts, before leading the faithful in a silent prayer. Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the suicide bomb attacks on the Brussels airport and a metro train... Читать дальше...

Passers-by in eastern China pulled a teenage girl from under a van after she was hit by the vehicle, China's CCTV reported. Surveillance video shown by state broadcaster CCTV on Sunday showed the 16-year-old being hit while crossing an intersection in Liuan City of Anhui Province at around 6.30am local time (10.30am GMT). According to CCTV, bystanders managed to pull her out in under a minute. A doctor at the local hospital where she was treated said she suffered only minor injuries, CCTV said.

Britain's interior minister said U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was "just plain wrong" to say that Muslims in Britain were failing to report suspicious activity by extremists. "I understand he said that Muslims were not coming forward in the United Kingdom to report matters of concern. This is absolutely not the case - he is just plain wrong," Theresa May said in Britain's parliament. Earlier, Trump said in an interview with Britain's ITV television that it was "a disgrace"... Читать дальше...

Lack of understanding and professional training for doctors and teachers about issues affecting LGBT people continue to endanger their fundamental rights despite promising legislative advances, according to a new report. The EU Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) surveyed more than 1,000 public officials, doctors, teachers and police officers in Malta and 18 other EU member states about laws and policies protecting and promoting the rights of LGBT people. In Malta, the report found that although... Читать дальше...

Sliema Wanderers winger Njongo Priso’s red card in the 3-3 draw against Balzan has earned him a two-match ban. The Cameroonian, who joined the Wanderers during the January transfer window, was dismissed in the second half after collecting two quickfire yellow cards for remarks he passed towards referee Fyodor Zammit. Priso was one of five Premier League players who were sanctioned by the MFA Disciplinary Commissioner. Balzan’s Pedrinho, Hibs midfielder Bjorn Kristensen, Valletta’s Romeo Romao and Eloy Nkene... Читать дальше...

A 44-year-old cook was handed a suspended sentence today after admitting in court to attacking his shipmate with a knife and causing him grievous injuries. The incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday when Libyan national Khaled Ahmed Elfghi attacked 35-year-old Ali Mohamed Mohamed with a knife following a drunken argument. The incident took place onboard the MV Shada which was docked in a Marsa shipyard. The victim suffering a neck wound. He was immediately conveyed to Mater Dei Hospital... Читать дальше...

Teenager Jacob Cachia, more commonly known as the Titanium Man, will soon start blogging about his experiences on his recently launched website as he continues sharing his story of survival to spread hope. The 18-year-old came to national attention three years ago after battling a rare brain infection and again when, together with his mother Sarah Cachia, he started working tirelessly to try and help those going through hardships. “From the day he got out of hospital, Jacob has wanted to share his story with as many people as possible. Читать дальше...

The Muslim community in Malta has condemned yesterday's bombings in Brussels. "On behalf of the Muslim community we condemn these criminal coward attacks which not only targeted European innocent people but they also targeted Islam and Muslims in Europe who also are victims of terrorism," Imam Mohammad Elsadi said in a statement. "The terrorists by their barbaric acts are tarnishing the true peaceful image of Islam and exposing Muslims in Europe to hatred, injustice and sufferings. "They aim at destructing... Читать дальше...

Updated - Malta Public Transport reacts - The police closed roads around the Marsa Park and Ride at about 11.30am today after claims that a foreign bus passenger had shouted at a driver that he was carrying a bomb. Searches were carried out by the dog section, and bomb explosive experts were also on the scene, but the police later said it appeared there had been a misunderstanding between the passenger and the driver. Malta Public Transport in a statement said its driver reported to the control room... Читать дальше...

There was a 3.0 per cent jump in employment in the last quarter of last year when compared to the corresponding quarter of 2014, according to the Labour Force Survey. Total employment stood at 186,897 accounting to more than half the population aged 15 and over. Unemployed persons stood at 10,285 (2.8 per cent) while inactive persons totalled 164,916 (45.6 per cent). The activity rate for the quarter under review was estimated at 67.5 per cent with the highest rate recorded among persons aged 25-54... Читать дальше...