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Process to appoint new PN leader to begin on 22 June

The process to appoint the new leader of the Nationalist Party will kick-off on 22 June, the party said in a statement on Wednesday night. The statement came after an Executive Committee meeting...

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Building collapses in Paceville, police say there were no injuries

Part of a building in Paceville has collapsed. Net News is reporting that so far no injuries have been reported. This is a breaking news story and will be updated shortly...

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PN, Metsola exploring options as party seeks Grech’s successor

Speculation is rife just over 24 hours since Bernard Grech announced his resignation as Nationalist Party leader, with the party and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola understood to be...

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Roberta Metsola hints she’ll stay in Brussels, not return to Maltese politics - Politico

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola hinted Wednesday she will remain in her current post as pressure mounts for her to take the reins of the Maltese Nationalist Party. "I have a...

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latest comment from R F, 11/06/2025 15:19: Dear Dr Metsola, your country needs you. If you are in politics for your own personal interest, then well and good, but you will not get my vote come next European Parliament elections. If you are really in politics to serve Malta and it's people, then you should not let this opportunity pass by. Once you will get this county where it really belongs, then Europe will be your next destination, be it as President or as part of the European Commission representing Malta. Please Malta needs you. The PN even more. No matter who is the next leader, except for you, the party will continue to shrink and lose supporters, becoming an irrelevant party in a few years.

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Pressure ‘piles up’ on Metsola as PN seeks solution after Grech’s resignation

Pressure is piling up on European Parliament President Roberta Metsola to take over the reins of the Nationalist Party as it seeks a solution after the resignation of Bernard Grech from the leadership...

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Il-Kollettiv calls for an end to public land concessions

Civil society group il-Kollettiv has called for an end to the system whereby massive plots of public land, including fortifications and historical buildings, are handed out to developers through an...

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Passing out parade for 73 new recruits at AFM

Seventy-three new soldiers, including ten women, have officially joined the Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) after taking the oath of allegiance during a passing out parade. The ceremony marked the...

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Water Services to increase number of solar farm projects from 8 to 14, Miriam Dalli says

Miriam Dalli - the Minister for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness - told Parliament on Wednesday that thanks to "successful implementation," the Water Services Corporation (WSC) will be...

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The quicker Metsola takes a decision, the better it would be for the party, PN sources say

Many within the PN are urging the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, to contest and take over the reigns of the Nationalist Party, PN sources told this newsroom, adding that the...

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latest comment from Memphis Belle, 11/06/2025 15:40: At least the PN supporters must learn to keep traitors far away from our shores not bring them over to take part in our political system .. EU Hypocrisy Laid Bare: Germany Grants 13,000 Passports to Russians in 2024 While Malta Is Vilified

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Man grievously injured in courtroom

A man was grievously injured in court on Wednesday. On Wednesday morning at 11.30am, police assistance was requested after an argument occurred during a court case in one of the...

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Ryan Callus offers seat to new PN leader if not already an MP

Nationalist MP Ryan Callus has offered his parliamentary seat to the new PN leader if he or she is not already in the House. In a post on Facebook, Callus said that he had "given careful thought...

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1,199 final deeds of sale signed in May, NSO data shows

In May 2025, the number of final deeds of sale and promise of sale agreements relating to residential property amounted to 1,199 and 1,378, respectively, the National Statistics Office said. This...

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Abela does not exclude calling early election; says any decision will be in 'national interest'

Prime Minister Robert Abela has not excluded calling an early election, saying that any decision will be in the national interest. He was responding to questions from journalists outside...

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Bernard Grech resigns as PN leader, says change in leadership 'best solution'

Opposition leader Bernard Grech is set to announce his resignation today. Grech will make his decision public on the party's media....

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latest comment from Steve Magri, 10/06/2025 13:46: I would suggest joe muscat for a re boot. Who will take command of a sinking (sunk?) ship

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Law report: Cross-border wars: CJEU clarifies jurisdiction rules in BSH v. Electrolux

On 25 February 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a pivotal ruling in BSH Hausgeräte GmbH v. Electrolux AB (Case C-339/22), addressing jurisdictional issues in...

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Updated: Maksar gang sentenced to life in prison over Caruana Galizia and Chircop murders

This morning, Judge Edwina Grima is expected to deliver the sentence against the four individuals who stood trial in connection with the murders of Daphne Caruana Galizia and lawyer Carmel...

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latest comment from joe farrugia, 10/06/2025 16:43: Did they get a life sentence for each murder? I hope so.

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TMID Editorial: The PN’s predicament

It will be another long, hot summer for the Nationalist Party. For the third time in less than a decade, it will spend it finding a new leader to take it through to the next election. Last...

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Sammut excludes himself from PN leadership race, says one person ‘enjoys’ clear consensus for role

Nationalist MP Mark Anthony Sammut excluded himself from the race to the Nationalist Party leadership, saying there is "one person" who "clearly" enjoys a "wide consensus" and who could lead the party...

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Government files legal proceedings against MIDI over Manoel Island

The government has filed legal proceedings against the MIDI consortium over the Manoel Island concession. In a statement on Tuesday afternoon, the government said that it had kickstarted the...

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latest comment from Leli, 10/06/2025 16:52: So it took the mass of people to sign a petition for the contract to be taken out of the drawer, dusted and read?

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England booed after losing to Senegal for first defeat under coach Thomas Tuchel

World Cup 2026: Malta suffers humiliating 8-0 defeat against Holland

Italy give winning sendoff for Spalletti in World Cup qualifying; De Bruyne saves Belgium

Alcaraz produces another major comeback to win French Open final in five-set thriller against Sinner

Portugal beat Spain in penalty shootout to win Nations League

Italy's national football team coach Luciano Spalletti says he's getting fired

Kane saves England from embarrassment against Andorra in World Cup qualifying

World Cup qualifier: Malta obtains first point but still in search of first goal

Haaland scores again as Norway crush Italy in World Cup qualifier and Croatia cruise

Yamal outshines Ballon d’Or contenders as Spain beats France 5-4 in Nations League semifinal

MIDI says concession grants them 10-year extension to build Manoel Island project

The MIDI consortium has said that the correct interpretation of the concession agreement concerning Manoel Island would be that the company has a 10-year extension in order to develop the island which...

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Daphne’s family hopes world will become safer for journalists

The family of slain journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia said it hoped that the world will become safer for journalists after a court sent two men found guilty on charges related to her murder to life in...

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‘I’m listening to you and understanding you’: Franco Debono reacts to Bernard Grech’s resignation

Lawyer and former PN MP Franco Debono has hinted that he may throw his hat into the ring for the post of Nationalist Party leader, after Bernard Grech announced his resignation. Grech announced...

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England booed after losing to Senegal for first defeat under coach Thomas Tuchel

Boos rang out as England left the field after a 3-1 loss to Senegal in a friendly Tuesday which marked the first defeat of Thomas Tuchel's tenure as coach. Senegal recovered from conceding Harry...

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Malta reacts to Bernard Grech’s resignation from PN leadership

Soon after Bernard Grech announced that he is to step down as leader of the Nationalist Party on Tuesday at noon, people from the local political arena gave their reactions to either thank him for his...

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Second turtle nest, this time at Għadira

The second turtle nest of 2025 has been found at Għadira Bay, the Environment and Resources Authority said. The first was discovered in Gnejna last week. After the nest was reported,...

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Carmel Chircop’s widow thanks investigators after court judgment

Standing outside Court moments after the sentencing of four men to life imprisonment for their complicity in the murders of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia and lawyer Carmel Chircop, Chircop's widow...

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World Cup 2026: Malta suffers humiliating 8-0 defeat against Holland

Malta suffered a humiliating 8‐0 defeat at the hands of the Netherlands in Groningen on Tuesday. After taking an early lead, the Dutch were in a class of their own as they scored at will...

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Bernard Grech’s resignation letter published

The Nationalist Party has published the resignation letter submitted by leader Bernard Grech. Grech announced his resignation today, saying it is the best solution for the party and country at...

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A school shooting in the Austrian city of Graz leaves 9 people and the suspected gunman dead

Nine people were killed in a shooting at a school in the Austrian city of Graz on Tuesday, and the suspected perpetrator also died, authorities said. Police said they believe the assailant acted...

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Recognising dedication: Vassallo Group hosts 9th Shine Awards ahead of 80th anniversary

Concept Stadium represents Malta at London Tech Week 2025

Bank of Valletta’s role in a national maritime strategy

The winners of the Casino Guru Awards 2025 announced

Chamber of Engineers highlights Malta’s aerospace ambitions at 32nd Annual Conference

Sicily shows no signs of over-tourism, unlike Malta

MIA Biennial Conference addresses key bottlenecks and opportunities impacting Malta’s future growth

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Tanseana Document Management Services Centre in Gozo

Process to appoint new PN leader to begin on 22 June

Building collapses in Paceville, police say there were no injuries

PN, Metsola exploring options as party seeks Grech’s successor

Roberta Metsola hints she’ll stay in Brussels, not return to Maltese politics - Politico

Pressure ‘piles up’ on Metsola as PN seeks solution after Grech’s resignation

Il-Kollettiv calls for an end to public land concessions

Passing out parade for 73 new recruits at AFM

Water Services to increase number of solar farm projects from 8 to 14, Miriam Dalli says

The quicker Metsola takes a decision, the better it would be for the party, PN sources say

Man grievously injured in courtroom

Ryan Callus offers seat to new PN leader if not already an MP

1,199 final deeds of sale signed in May, NSO data shows

Abela does not exclude calling early election; says any decision will be in 'national interest'

Bernard Grech resigns as PN leader, says change in leadership 'best solution'

Law report: Cross-border wars: CJEU clarifies jurisdiction rules in BSH v. Electrolux

Updated: Maksar gang sentenced to life in prison over Caruana Galizia and Chircop murders

TMID Editorial: The PN’s predicament

Sammut excludes himself from PN leadership race, says one person ‘enjoys’ clear consensus for role

Government files legal proceedings against MIDI over Manoel Island

PM doesn’t exclude out-of-court settlement, but says MIDI will not profit on Manoel Island

Updated: MIDI 'committed to find a solution' for Manoel Island to be returned to government

Over 148,000 phone calls made to 112 in first five months of 2025

Manoel Island's future a testament to courageous civic action - Momentum

Updated: Israel says Greta Thunberg has been deported after Gaza-bound ship she was on was seized

Demolition, excavation work to stop for summer in tourist areas

TMID Editorial: How public pressure could turn the tide

Psychiatrist Mark Xuereb and former boxer Scott Dixon in the dock over forgery charges

Changes to Local Plan for the Villa Rosa area ‘raise serious concerns’ about public interest - PN

MIDI says concession grants them 10-year extension to build Manoel Island project

Daphne’s family hopes world will become safer for journalists

‘I’m listening to you and understanding you’: Franco Debono reacts to Bernard Grech’s resignation

England booed after losing to Senegal for first defeat under coach Thomas Tuchel

Malta reacts to Bernard Grech’s resignation from PN leadership

Second turtle nest, this time at Għadira

Carmel Chircop’s widow thanks investigators after court judgment

World Cup 2026: Malta suffers humiliating 8-0 defeat against Holland

Bernard Grech’s resignation letter published

A school shooting in the Austrian city of Graz leaves 9 people and the suspected gunman dead

Speaker urges Education Minister to address unanswered parliamentary questions on Mtarfa school

Malta ratifies High Seas Treaty at the UN Ocean Conference

Italy give winning sendoff for Spalletti in World Cup qualifying; De Bruyne saves Belgium

100 people in prison and 177 children made use of Marsa visiting facility since 2023

Parliament approves partial land transfer of ‘Tad-Dukkiena’ area in Luqa to Polidano

162 third-country nationals owe over €1,000 in medical bills, minister says