VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Maltese beekeepers are calling for state intervention to locate and monitor colonies of the Asian hornet, whose unprecedented presence is threatening bee populations across the island. Industry professionals are urging authorities to coordinate a structured and sustained response, warning that the consequences of the infestation could extend beyond their specific sector, potentially jeopardizing Malta’s food security and agricultural production. The severity of the situation is highlighted by the destruction of 30 hives at an apiary in Birzebbuga, resulting in estimated losses of around €30,000. According to the beekeepers, locating and monitoring the colonies requires a coordinated effort involving Civil Protection personnel, the armed forces, and industry representatives. They point to the Italian experience as a potential model, noting that Civil Protection authorities there have been equipped to intervene in specific cases.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “I see a team under construction, but one that is growing; five players have arrived and seven have left, and little by little we are beginning to understand what they can offer us, while they are learning what it means to wear this jersey. We are on this journey with the desire to achieve the club’s objectives.” This is what Diego Pablo Simeone told Sky Sport on the eve of the Champions League clash against Manchester United.

“Cholo” is in his 16th season at the helm of Atlético Madrid and retains his trademark infectious enthusiasm—a spirit he has also passed on to Jonathan David, the Canadian forward who arrived from Juventus after a difficult season but has immediately settled in well with the Colchoneros. “He has made a great impact—three goals and an assist in four games. He brings something to the game that we didn’t have before, and he does a tremendous job for the team, including defensively. We followed him with interest when he was at Juventus last year, as well as during his time in France, where he played exceptionally well and scored a lot of goals,” Simeone explained. “When he arrived, we told him we wanted to see the player who had impressed in France, and that we would help him get back to being the key player he truly is.”

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PAMPLONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – A second managerial change has taken place in the Spanish Liga. Following the move at Valencia (Aguirre replacing Corberan), Osasuna has also decided to dismiss its manager in favor of a new appointment. After yesterday’s defeat away at Betis (a 5-2 loss to the Seville-based side), the Pamplona club sacked Luis Miguel Ramis; during his eight-game tenure, he had secured eight points—the result of two wins, two draws, and four losses. Osasuna has turned to Jagoba Arrasate, who has signed a contract running until June 30, 2029. He knows the club well, holding the record for the second-highest number of matches managed in the history of the “Rojillos” (256 games). He returns to Pamplona after having managed Mallorca.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS) – Malta recorded the second-highest standardised dementia death rate among people aged 65 and over in the European Union in 2023, according to figures published by Eurostat.

The country registered 389 dementia-related deaths per 100,000 elderly inhabitants, narrowly trailing the Netherlands, which recorded the EU’s highest rate at 392.

The figures form part of a wider Eurostat report examining deaths linked to mental and behavioural disorders across the bloc.

Approximately 210,000 people died from mental and behavioural disorders in the EU in 2023, accounting for 4.3% of all deaths recorded during the year.

Dementia was the leading cause of death within this category, representing 84% of all deaths attributed to mental and behavioural disorders.

Across the EU, the standardised dementia death rate among people aged 65 and over stood at 174 per 100,000 inhabitants.

In contrast, Romania, Bulgaria, Slovakia and Slovenia recorded the lowest rates, with each reporting fewer than five dementia deaths per 100,000 elderly inhabitants.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Andy Burnham has stated that he will release details of his meetings with Manchester City’s senior management in response to a request from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch. Following the verdict finding the club guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules, Burnham—who served as Mayor of Greater Manchester until June—had expressed concern that the Emirati owners might decide to sell the club.

“The Leader of the Opposition asked me to publish details of my meetings, something I am happy to do and will do,” Burnham announced on the “Rest Is Politics” podcast. “I will make absolutely public all the activities I undertook while working with them in my previous role as Mayor of Greater Manchester. In reality, none of these meetings are recent. I only had one significant meeting, in fact, and that was in 2021.” Burnham’s earlier remarks had alarmed other Premier League clubs, who feared political interference regarding the appeal process.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Egypt signed 20 agreements and memoranda of understanding with South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia during President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s Asian tour, which took place from October 6 to 11. The head of state announced this upon his return to Cairo. According to the broadcaster Al Qahera News, the agreements cover various areas of cooperation, with a particular focus on boosting trade and rebalancing the trade balance between Egypt and the three nations.

Al-Sisi thanked South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, the King of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for the welcome extended to the Egyptian delegation, noting that the hospitality received reflects Egypt’s international standing and the investment and cooperation opportunities the country offers. The President highlighted the prospects for strategic partnerships with the three countries and the role of Egypt’s developed infrastructure in attracting new investments. He also emphasized the need for rapid follow-up on the agreements reached, given the strong desire for cooperation expressed by the Asian partners.

Priority sectors include the petrochemical and automotive industries, new and renewable energy, agriculture, aquaculture, and nuclear cooperation—including involvement in the El Dabaa power plant, in which South Korea participates in certain activities. Describing the tour as a success, al-Sisi called for the swift implementation of the agreements and thanked the Egyptian people and the delegation that accompanied him during the visit.

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SAO PAULO (BRAZIL) (ITALPRESS) – Seven years after his last coaching stint, as head coach of Cameroon, Clarence Seedorf is returning to management. The 50-year-old former Dutch midfielder has been announced as the new head coach of Corinthians.

“Taking on this challenge is an honour, but also an enormous responsibility. I am here to give everything I have and build a team that fights for every ball, every minute, and every victory,” Seedorf said in his first statement.

He is expected to arrive in Sao Paulo in the coming days to replace Fernando Diniz, who was sacked on Wednesday.

Seedorf ended his playing career in Brazil, spending a year and a half at Botafogo. This will be his fifth managerial appointment. He previously coached AC Milan for 22 matches in 2014, Shenzhen from July to December 2016, and Spanish side Deportivo La Coruña for 16 games in 2018, recording just two victories. He also managed Cameroon’s national team, the Indomitable Lions, from 2018 to 2019, a spell that ended with their elimination in the round of 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “The celebrations continue… I apologize to my team and the fans.” Vinicius celebrated Real Madrid’s victory over Villarreal on Instagram, a win that came despite his sending-off, which left his teammates down to ten men in the 72nd minute after he pulled Saliba’s hair.

The Brazilian forward accepted responsibility for the red card, but also took the opportunity to voice his frustration. Shortly afterwards, he posted a collage of incidents from other matches in which opponents had fouled him without receiving any disciplinary action.

“And yet Vinicius is always the one who gets the yellow and red cards. What a disgrace,” the Real Madrid player wrote sarcastically.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – At least 109 people have died and more than 116 are missing following the tragic capsizing of a migrant boat off the coast of Djibouti on the night of October 8–9. The United Nations and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported the incident.

According to accounts provided by survivors, the vessel, which was carrying approximately 350 people, had departed from the coast of Djibouti and was heading towards Yemen.

The boat capsized near Guhere, north of the coastal city of Obock. Among the bodies recovered so far are those of 15 children. Rescue teams and local authorities fear that the death toll could rise in the coming hours as search operations at sea continue.

IOM emergency response teams are on the ground, supporting the authorities in Djibouti by providing initial assistance and medical care to survivors of the tragedy.

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ALGIERS (ALGERIA) (ITALPRESS) – Algeria is developing a national tool to detect, measure and reduce methane emissions, as part of the country’s international commitments to cut emissions and with the aim of preserving energy resources and strengthening export competitiveness. The measure was discussed at a government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb.

The new tool aims to strengthen methane emissions monitoring, improve measurement and promote reductions, while also enhancing coordination among the various sectors involved. According to the Algerian government, curbing methane emissions is a strategic priority in light of Algeria’s international climate commitments, but also in terms of protecting the country’s energy resources and maintaining the competitiveness of its exports on international markets.

The initiative also seeks to support domestic businesses in adapting to international requirements for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and to improve the environmental performance of the Algerian economy.

During the meeting, measures were also discussed to prepare for the start of construction work on the railway line towards Tamanrasset, with the aim of completing the project by the end of 2028.

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