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Yorgen Fenech trial Day 2: Daphne 'was killed in a brutal and cruel manner' - prosecution

After nearly nine years, the trial of Yorgen Fenech for the assassination of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia has officially begun. The first witnesses are set to be heard today,...

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Without Yorgen Fenech's role, Daphne would not have been killed, prosecutor tells jury

Nearly nine years after the assassination of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, the prosecution on Thursday presented jurors with its detailed account of why it believes businessman...

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Ian Borg gets higher rate of approval than Abela at PL general conference

Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg obtained a higher rate of approval than Labour leader Robert Abela at the party's general conference being held this week. Labour media One said that the Prime...

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latest comment from Joezborg, 02/07/2026 09:52: Ian Borg gets higher rate of approval than Abela at PL general conference....... Hekk sew . Mela lewwel ghaddih Alex Borg. Issa mess ukoll lil Ian Borg . Lil min? Robert Abela

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Speaker tells PN MP solution needs to be found on security provided outside Parliament

The Speaker of the House, Carmelo Abela, said he will be conducting meetings so that "the required balance between protecting the security of the building, Members of Parliament, employees, and all...

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LESA beach patrols return for summer with officers deployed across Malta's busiest beaches

The Ministry for Home Affairs and Security has launched the 2026 edition of the LESA Beach Patrols initiative, with Community Officers set to return to some of Malta's busiest beaches throughout the...

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Teenagers hospitalised following Attard collision

A 16-year-old and a 13-year-old were hospitalised early this morning after the car they were travelling in crashed into an abandoned building in Attard. The accident occurred at approximately...

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When people choose to give back, communities grow stronger

Every organisation has figures it is measured by. In the world of financial services, these are often financial indicators, like capital, performance, growth and resilience. But behind every strong...

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Vatican declares Society of St Pius X in schism, excommunicates bishops and invalidates sacraments

The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X in schism, excommunicating its bishops...

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Sliema cat killer loses appeal against prison term and landmark 40-year animal ban

A man who admitted to luring and killing cats in Sliema and assaulting two police officers has lost his appeal against a two-year effective prison sentence and a landmark 40-year ban on keeping...

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Government doubles daily grant for youths volunteering abroad

Minister for Inclusion and the Voluntary Sector Julia Farrugia, has announced that all youths applying for the Youth Voluntary Overseas (YVO) scheme to do volunteering experiences abroad will see...

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Updated: 11-year-old boy driving pickup truck crashes into group of Thai monks, killing 9

An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck into a group of monks on a pilgrimage walk in northeastern Thailand on Thursday, killing nine...

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UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption

Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally apologized Thursday for the British state's role in separating tens of thousands of unmarried mothers from their babies, a practice that lasted for decades...

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TMID Editorial: Fighting financial crime requires more than words

The publication of the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit's annual report should serve as a reminder that the fight against money laundering is never over. While Malta has travelled a considerable...

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Eurobarometer report shows higher anxiety levels among Maltese, PN says

The Nationalist Party has said that higher levels of anxiety among Maltese people, as shown in recent Eurobarometer results reflect a deteriorating quality of life in the country. According to...

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latest comment from Memphis Belle, 02/07/2026 09:32: What do you expect after another loss for the PN supporters at the polls ??

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Alex Borg only applicant for PN leader post

The Nationalist Party's Electoral, Records and Data Commission said Wednesday that the only expression of interest received for the leadership post was that of Alex Borg, the incumbent. As...

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latest comment from Divi, 01/07/2026 20:43: it-Tama ghal Malta Nadifa u Umana

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Couple caned for kissing on TikTok in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province

A young couple in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province were publicly caned on Thursday after an Islamic Shariah court convicted them of violating Islamic law by kissing during a TikTok...

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Investigation finds no contamination at Salini Bay

The Environmental Health Directorate, in collaboration with the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), has found no contamination of seawater at Salini Bay. Following an immediate site...

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BBC Concert Orchestra returns to Malta for ABBA and Bee Gees tribute

The BBC Concert Orchestra is set to return to Malta for its seventh consecutive year, promising its most ambitious production to date with a spectacular one-night tribute to legendary bands ABBA and...

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Defying Pope Leo XIV and risking schism, traditionalists go ahead with Latin Mass consecrations

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics directly defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent Wednesday, dismissing the resulting excommunications by declaring it was a...

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US beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep World Cup dreams alive

Belgium come back from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at World Cup

Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo

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US beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep World Cup dreams alive

Folarin Balogun scored his third goal of the World Cup before being sent off with a red card in the second half, and Malik Tillman converted on a free kick to give the 10-man United States a 2-0...

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Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo

England handled the pressure and is now headed to Mexico City. Harry Kane ensured England avoided an early exit from the inaugural 48-team World Cup by scoring two second-half goals in a...

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Trial over Daphne Caruana Galizia murder opens as jury hears indictment against Yorgen Fenech

The trial of Yorgen Fenech, who stands accused of complicity in the murder of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, begins today. Caruana Galizia was killed in a car bomb attack near...

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latest comment from RF, 01/07/2026 18:06: I never believed that the reason for the heinous murder was the leakage of information about Mr Fenech the uncle. This is like an attractive lass saying that her aged boyfriend is her uncle. I more believe the uncle represented a high government official.

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‘Let’s not use statistics to give ourselves a false sense of security,’ PN MP says on drug use

Opposition MP Frank Anthony Tabone told Parliament on Wednesday that the country should not comfort itself through recent statistics that indicate that Maltese youths are least likely, among all...

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Din l-Art Ħelwa calls for immediate protection of Malta's last surviving Maħras

Din l-Art Ħelwa is deeply concerned about the deteriorating state of the historic Maħras Ta' Tabibu in St Paul's Bay - believed to be the last surviving medieval look-out post in the Maltese...

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latest comment from S. Camilleri, 02/07/2026 02:02: So many agencies with fancy names who merely stand and watch our heritage crumble before their very eyes.

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Belgium come back from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at World Cup

Belgium overturned a two-goal deficit and scored from the penalty spot deep into extra time to beat Senegal 3-2 on Wednesday in the biggest comeback of the World Cup so far. Senegal held a 2-0...

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Seven caught misusing relatives’ Blue Badges at Mater Dei car park

Enforcement officers from the Commission for the Rights of Persons with Disability (CRPD) identified seven cases, during a single inspection, where blue badges were being used by relatives of persons...

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No mention of Bonett as Kurt Farrugia breaks silence on Transport Malta departure

After dismissing recent "speculation" surrounding his departure from Transport Malta, newly-appointed Residenza Malta CEO Kurt Farrugia notably made no mention of Transport Minister Chris Bonett in a...

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latest comment from onDmove, 01/07/2026 08:12: ... and what is his salary now? Any bump up?

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Daniel Attard named best MEP for sustainable tourism at European awards

Labour MEP Daniel Attard has been named best MEP in the field of sustainable tourism at this year's MEP Awards. The award was presented during a ceremony held on Wednesday, which recognised MEPs...

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Controversial five-storey development in Qrendi recommended for approval

A contentious residential project in Qrendi, featuring a five-storey development integrated with a historic 1911 farmhouse, has been recommended for approval by the Planning Authority (PA) case...

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latest comment from J.Degabriele, 01/07/2026 14:20: The PA has A LOT to answer for!

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Yorgen Fenech trial Day 2: Daphne 'was killed in a brutal and cruel manner' - prosecution

Without Yorgen Fenech's role, Daphne would not have been killed, prosecutor tells jury

Ian Borg gets higher rate of approval than Abela at PL general conference

Speaker tells PN MP solution needs to be found on security provided outside Parliament

LESA beach patrols return for summer with officers deployed across Malta's busiest beaches

Teenagers hospitalised following Attard collision

When people choose to give back, communities grow stronger

Vatican declares Society of St Pius X in schism, excommunicates bishops and invalidates sacraments

Sliema cat killer loses appeal against prison term and landmark 40-year animal ban

Government doubles daily grant for youths volunteering abroad

Updated: 11-year-old boy driving pickup truck crashes into group of Thai monks, killing 9

UK formally apologizes for state's role in forcing unwed mothers to give up babies for adoption

TMID Editorial: Fighting financial crime requires more than words

Eurobarometer report shows higher anxiety levels among Maltese, PN says

Alex Borg only applicant for PN leader post

Couple caned for kissing on TikTok in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province

Investigation finds no contamination at Salini Bay

BBC Concert Orchestra returns to Malta for ABBA and Bee Gees tribute

Defying Pope Leo XIV and risking schism, traditionalists go ahead with Latin Mass consecrations

Schoolgirl receives Pope John XXIII Goodness Award

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Waterpolo investigation clears players of match-fixing but 12 charged with betting violations

Three new councillors elected in casual elections for elected MPs, two spots left vacant

Heritage Malta launches fashion exhibition inspired by the Grand Master’s Palace tapestries

Sailing icon and RMYC Honorary President John Ripard Snr dies, aged 96

Court of Appeal sends Villa St Ignatius Hotel case back to tribunal

MTA’s Birgu Regeneration Project earns prestigious international recognition

US beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep World Cup dreams alive

Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo

Trial over Daphne Caruana Galizia murder opens as jury hears indictment against Yorgen Fenech

‘Let’s not use statistics to give ourselves a false sense of security,’ PN MP says on drug use

Din l-Art Ħelwa calls for immediate protection of Malta's last surviving Maħras

Belgium come back from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at World Cup

Seven caught misusing relatives’ Blue Badges at Mater Dei car park

No mention of Bonett as Kurt Farrugia breaks silence on Transport Malta departure

Daniel Attard named best MEP for sustainable tourism at European awards

Controversial five-storey development in Qrendi recommended for approval

Special edition of the Valletta Local Food Festival returns

Two Dutch men arrested in connection with drug trafficking

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