The Malta Independent 3 July 2025, Thursday
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PN is to Labour what Kerensky was to Lenin

Sunday, 29 June 2025, 08:49 Last update: about 6 days ago

Since the late 1970s the Nationalist Party has sought as its main ideological beacon Christian Democracy and subsequently established strong links with Italy's Democrazia Cristiana. Over the span of...

The population ageing time-bomb

Sunday, 29 June 2025, 08:14 Last update: about 6 days ago

In Malta, as in other advanced countries, a combination of rising life expectancy and falling birth rates is putting pressure on pension systems. By 2050, the number of people aged 65 years and over...

Transforming the Maltese tourism experience through technology

Sunday, 29 June 2025, 08:12 Last update: about 6 days ago

As a Mediterranean jewel, Malta is renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. Yet, in an era defined by rapid technological advancement, the Maltese tourism sector faces...

Euthanasia: an open heart and a humble mind

Sunday, 29 June 2025, 08:09 Last update: about 6 days ago

The national debate on euthanasia has now entered an interesting juncture, as more people have started to gain interest in the delicate subject, and form an opinion. Surely, it is one of those topics...

Manoel Island saga - the way ahead

Sunday, 22 June 2025, 08:08 Last update: about 13 days ago

The development of Manoel Island was destined not to happen. It was first touted for development by Labour Prime Minister Karmenu Mifsud Bonnici, who wanted to give the island which had been abandoned...

Assisted Voluntary Euthanasia

Sunday, 22 June 2025, 07:50 Last update: about 14 days ago

Assisted Voluntary Euthanasia or as it is known in some jurisdictions, Medical Aid in Dying, is a medical practice that allows a terminally ill, mentally capable adult with a prognosis of six months...

That sense of impending doom

Sunday, 22 June 2025, 07:41 Last update: about 13 days ago

According to a recent Gallup poll, the Maltese are the fourth biggest worriers in the world   ̶   close to two-thirds (63%) reported feelings of worry.  In addition, more...

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