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21 October 2026, Wednesday

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EY attractiveness survey shows ‘genuine opportunity’ for Malta – EY managing partner

EY's country managing partner for Malta, Ronald Attard, stated that this year's results demonstrate a "genuine opportunity" for how Malta could proceed economically in the future. This year's EY...

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EY survey: Malta’s attractiveness to foreign investment rises slightly to 81%

Investor confidence in Malta has risen marginally to 81%, according to EY's annual Malta Attractiveness Survey for 2026. Malta's attractiveness to foreign direct investment (FDI) has improved slightly...

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Live: Lorin Scicluna trial - Accused cries during graphic evidence in Lassane Cisse murder trial

The trial by jury of former AFM soldier Lorin Scicluna, accused of the racially motivated murder of Ivorian national Lassane Cisse Souleymane, continues today, with further witnesses set to...

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‘Our challenge is to ensure economic success becomes human progress,’ Alex Borg tells EY conference

At the annual EY conference on Wednesday morning, Opposition leader Alex Borg stated that everyday life can grow more difficult as an economy can grows larger, and hence, the challenge on the cards...

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Deficit, debt rise sharply in Q2 2026 – NSO

In the second quarter of 2026, the General Government recorded a deficit of €344.1 million, with debt at €11,977.2 million, the NSO said Wednesday. Between April and June 2026, total...

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Three-year jail term upheld for man who stole gold jewellery at night club

A man has had his appeal dismissed by the Court of Appeal after attempting to reduce a three-year prison sentence for a series of thefts at UNO night club at Ta' Qali. Judge Neville Camilleri upheld...

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Ex-police officer identified behind AI attack, activist Robert Aquilina claims

Former president of civil society group Repubblika, Robert Aquilina, has publicly accused a former police sergeant of being behind a deepfake AI image created to target and dehumanise him. In a...

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PM says productivity, innovation, better use of tech must drive next stage of economic growth

Prime Minister Robert Abela believes that the next phase of Malta's economic growth must be driven increasingly through boosted productivity, innovation, and better uses of technology such as...

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Government announces package to tackle Oriental Hornet surge and support beekeeping

The government said Tuesday it has approved a national action plan to address the sharp increase in the Oriental Hornet population and its impact on apiculture, agriculture, and public...

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Malta’s renewable energy share climbs to 18.8% in 2025, 'continuing strong growth'

The government said Wednesday Malta continued to make significant progress in its transition towards cleaner energy, with renewable energy sources accounting for 18.8% of the country's energy...

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Hungarian police arrest Orbán-era central bank governor on suspicion of fraud and abuse

Hungarian police arrested the country's former Central Bank governor on Wednesday, a significant step in the new government's pursuit of suspected financial abuses during the rein of Viktor...

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The meaning of words

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Planning

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The budget cannot be a shopping list

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Plenty of housing grants. But where are the affordable homes?

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Mental health begins with understanding people’s lives

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Malta's PISA results: When economic priorities and educational responsibilities collide

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Resetting the model

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Ronnie ‘Is-Sufu’ Azzopardi appeals court ruling refusing to overturn life sentence

Convicted murderer Ronald Azzopardi, known as Is-Sufu, has filed an appeal against a constitutional court ruling that rejected his bid to overturn a life sentence for the 2005 Żejtun car bombing...

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France has a proud tradition of protesting, and sometimes people lose their heads

No nation does mass protests quite like France. When the French fight high fuel taxes, they don yellow vests and march. When angry farmers want better pay, hundreds of them drive tractors down...

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Lassana Cisse murder trial: Emergency calls, witness accounts detail aftermath of fatal shooting

The trial by jury of former Armed Forces of Malta soldier Lorin Scicluna, accused of the racially motivated murder of Ivorian national Lassane Cisse Souleymane, continues today with the prosecution...

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Malta Book Festival theatre shows bring Maltese books for young readers to life

Angele Galea, Amelie Calleja Agius and Matteo Camilleri Testa will feature in the theatrical adaptation of Ella at the Malta Book Festival

Organised by the National Book Council and taking place at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre, Ta' Qali between 4-8 November, the Malta Book Festival invites visitors from all walks of life, with...

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John Cassar, accused of murdering his mother, faces separate harassment charges

John Cassar, who is also accused of murdering his mother and attempting to murder his father during an incident in Mqabba on 15 October, has pleaded not guilty to separate charges of harassing his...

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Momentum calls for higher minimum wage, vacant property tax, and economic reform

Momentum has published its Pre-Budget Document 2027, outlining a wide-ranging series of economic and social proposals designed to build a fairer Malta, support working families, and improve the...

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TMID Editorial: Promoting electric cars means removing the obstacles

The government has been encouraging people to switch to electric vehicles, presenting them as a cleaner and more sustainable alternative to conventional cars. But if it is serious about making this...

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Waste collection in Northern Region has become unsustainable, regional council says

Waste collection services across several localities in Malta's Northern Region have become unsustainable due to persistent shortcomings by the contractor, despite repeated complaints and calls for...

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Sports

PSG beat Barcelona in Champions League thriller as Liverpool complete rousing comeback

Parma and Torino bang in Serie A goals as Spurs finally win in England

YoHealth Malta Premier: Valletta edge Sliema in dramatic style as Marsaxlokk pile on the pressure

Goal from halfway line helps surprise package Brighton win 5-0 as Arsenal leave it late at Forest

Mbappé stars as Madrid beat Sevilla 4-1, Freiburg's 1st Bundesliga loss, Lazio beat Juventus

Haaland keeps on scoring as scandal-hit Man City wins again in Premier League

Yamal takes centre stage for ruthless Barcelona, PSG win ahead of Champions League showdown

Raimondo scores hat trick for Frosinone in Italy; Frankfurt end winless drought at home

Sunderland score late to beat Torreense in Europa League; Milan, Leverkusen; Bournemouth win

PSG pile more woe on scandal-hit Man City in Champions League, Real Madrid leave it late in Rome

Law report: Can remuneration paid to co-branding partners circumvent interchange fee caps?

Interchange fees form part of the costs merchants incur when accepting card payments and may ultimately affect the prices paid by consumers. Regulation (EU) 2015/751 on interchange fees for card-based...

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From France to Albania, social unrest is setting Europe's streets ablaze

Rising fuel costs, discontent with the state of schools, declining public services and a housing crisis are fueling an autumn of protests in Europe. Crowds have protested for weeks in major...

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latest comment from Solomon Grundy, 20/10/2026 20:52: Indeed we heard in the Maltese press last week that parents are encouraging their children to seek a better quality of life abroad!

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Johann Buttigieg’s transfer of company directorship to son is lame joke; fire him from PA - NGOs

Yesterday's statement by Planning Authority Johann Buttigieg that he has transferred the directorship of a private company operating in the planning sector to his own son is simply a gimmick, NGOs...

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latest comment from RF, 20/10/2026 12:27: Is Johan Buttigieg such an idiot to think we are such fools to believe he has no further interest in his company? Only by being booted out of PA can we have some reassurance that corruption in PA has been addressed.

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Chinese Embassy donates €45,000 for multisensory space at Mater Dei

The Chinese Embassy in Malta will donate €45,000 towards the development of a multisensory space for children at Mater Dei Hospital's Emergency Department, aimed at providing a calmer...

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Watch: Planning Authority removes unauthorised paving outside Stivala Sliema restaurant

Planning Authority officials removed illegally laid paving outside developer Carlo Stivala's Piccolo Padre restaurant on the Sliema Strand early on Tuesday morning. The early-morning action comes...

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latest comment from RF, 20/10/2026 12:36: Once elegant Sliema raped by unscrupulous developers with equally corrupt officials in government authorities.

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MCESD calls for united national effort against drugs and organised crime

The Malta Council for Economic and Social Development (MCESD) has called for a united national effort to combat drugs and organised crime, stressing that the government's commitment must be followed...

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latest comment from John, 21/10/2026 06:31: Malta has a major drugs problem. BUt, surprise, surprise You never hear politicians prioritise tackling this issue.

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PSG beat Barcelona in Champions League thriller as Liverpool complete rousing comeback

Paris Saint-Germain was too powerful for even Lamine Yamal's magic as it ended Barcelona's 11-game winning run to top the Champions League table on Tuesday. A thrilling end to the game with four...

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Oil spill causes heavy traffic at Qormi roundabout

An oil spill at the Tas-Srieken roundabout, also known as Tal-Imgħallaq, between Qormi, Luqa and Żebbuġ, has caused heavy traffic. TM Alert, Transport Malta's official road update...

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PL wants to connect with 350,000 voters as it turns to mobile app for digital outreach

The Labour Party will be working to reach out to 350,000 voters as it embarks upon a two-year “listening exercise”, backed by a new mobile app which will allow people to stay up to date...

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latest comment from Divi, 20/10/2026 22:31: Kwestjonarju denju ta' xi skola Primarjha wiegeb gahan ha jtik vawcer

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Eurospin shelves nearly empty in Mosta amid Italian fuel protests

Shelves at Eurospin's Mosta branch were left nearly bare on Tuesday, with fresh produce, meat and dairy products in short supply amid protests by lorry drivers and other workers in southern...

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Business

Malta’s innovation leaders call for practical reforms ahead of Budget 2027

MIA marks the European Week for Health and Safety with launch of wellbeing champions initiative

MCCAA: The path to fair competition

Kdm. Group reinforces long-term growth strategy with Crowd Safety Management Ltd acquisition

APS Bank sustainable finance portfolio reaches €244 million

Spinola Terraces marks 10 years in St Julian's

Review highlights good practices and supervisory expectations for effective risk management

EY attractiveness survey shows ‘genuine opportunity’ for Malta – EY managing partner

EY survey: Malta’s attractiveness to foreign investment rises slightly to 81%

Live: Lorin Scicluna trial - Accused cries during graphic evidence in Lassane Cisse murder trial

‘Our challenge is to ensure economic success becomes human progress,’ Alex Borg tells EY conference

Deficit, debt rise sharply in Q2 2026 – NSO

Three-year jail term upheld for man who stole gold jewellery at night club

Ex-police officer identified behind AI attack, activist Robert Aquilina claims

PM says productivity, innovation, better use of tech must drive next stage of economic growth

Government announces package to tackle Oriental Hornet surge and support beekeeping

Malta’s renewable energy share climbs to 18.8% in 2025, 'continuing strong growth'

Hungarian police arrest Orbán-era central bank governor on suspicion of fraud and abuse

Ronnie ‘Is-Sufu’ Azzopardi appeals court ruling refusing to overturn life sentence

France has a proud tradition of protesting, and sometimes people lose their heads

Lassana Cisse murder trial: Emergency calls, witness accounts detail aftermath of fatal shooting

Malta Book Festival theatre shows bring Maltese books for young readers to life

John Cassar, accused of murdering his mother, faces separate harassment charges

Momentum calls for higher minimum wage, vacant property tax, and economic reform

TMID Editorial: Promoting electric cars means removing the obstacles

Waste collection in Northern Region has become unsustainable, regional council says

Bedingfield must account for the systems that should have protected Grace Cassar – PN

Cospicua Active Ageing Centre extends opening hours to five days a week

Man cleared of €25,600 benefits fraud after court finds he genuinely suffers from severe disability

Our children should arrive at school ready to learn, not already exhausted by the journey - PN

More trips, vehicles, passengers on Malta-Gozo transport services in Q3 - NSO

WSC using accredited testing to safeguard drinking water quality

EU unveils a new Arctic push as global warming and security threats reshape the region

Revolut investigates service outage affecting app access and features

New accessible vehicle empowers Service Dogs Malta Foundation to enhance mobility, support

Law report: Can remuneration paid to co-branding partners circumvent interchange fee caps?

From France to Albania, social unrest is setting Europe's streets ablaze

Johann Buttigieg’s transfer of company directorship to son is lame joke; fire him from PA - NGOs

Chinese Embassy donates €45,000 for multisensory space at Mater Dei

Watch: Planning Authority removes unauthorised paving outside Stivala Sliema restaurant

MCESD calls for united national effort against drugs and organised crime

PSG beat Barcelona in Champions League thriller as Liverpool complete rousing comeback

Oil spill causes heavy traffic at Qormi roundabout

PL wants to connect with 350,000 voters as it turns to mobile app for digital outreach

Eurospin shelves nearly empty in Mosta amid Italian fuel protests

Finance Minister fears that European protests are ‘first wave’ and will persist over coming months

Parliament finally begins discussing planning appeals reform

TMID Editorial: School journeys should not come at such a cost

WasteServ 'to unlock landfill capacity while safeguarding agricultural land'

Updated (2): Former AFM soldier faces trial by jury over 2019 murder of Lassane Cisse at Ħal Far

Upcoming Budget to provide peace of mind, direction, investment in people, PM says