In the Press: 66 court bomb threats over five years | New recreational drugs being ordered, imported via internet

The Times of Malta

The Nationalist Party is backing a government-ordered investigation into structural weaknesses at Mater Dei's accident and emergency department, saying that the sooner the probe is completed, the sooner all the facts could be established. Structural tests revealed that the building was too weak to support the two extra floors planned to alleviate crowding and bed shortages.

In-Nazzjon

This newspaper reports that a few days ago, the PM's chief of staff Keith Schembri was seen picking up a passenger from the apron at the airport, thought to be of Libyan nationality, in his chauffeur-driven car. Questions sent to airport representatives went unanswered.

L-Orizzont

Forensic pharmacist Mario Mifsud has expressed concerns at new drugs that are appearing on the market, often purchased online, whose side effects and properties are not yet known. Sold by their chemical name, these drugs are used during parties and are not banned by law. Mifsud called for more study into these drugs and their effects.

The Malta Independent

66 bomb threats - including three in Gozo - were made at the law courts over the past five years, resulting in about €3,500 lost in wasted salaries each time. Each scare requires an evacuation of employees, a sweep by police dog teams and the Explosive Ordinance Disposal unit, and investigations by the police to catch the culprit.