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11 November 2026, Wednesday

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Block of 54 apartments planned a stone’s throw away from scheduled Knights-era villa

A block of 54 apartments, 8 penthouses, and 71 underground garages is planned just a stone's throw away from a scheduled Knights-era villa in Zejtun. Plans have been filed to construct a major...

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Labour and PN voters agree on best and worst Budget measures

Voters for Malta's two main parties read Budget 2027 very differently, but agree on which measures they value most and least, according to the third release in the Esprimi Budget Barometer 2027...

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PA caps height and sets tighter development limits for Qrendi site

The Planning Authority's Executive Council said Wednesday it has deferred its decision on PlanningControl application PC/59/20 in Qrendi for six weeks, giving the applicant anopportunity to submit...

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Major Peter Ripard dies aged 89, nearly 16 years after Transport Malta bombing

Major Peter Ripard, a respected road safety expert who survived a notorious 2010 bombing at Transport Malta's offices, has passed away at the age of 89 following health complications at Mater Dei...

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Fewer road accidents, casualties in third quarter 2026 – NSO

During the third quarter of 2026, both road traffic accidents and casualties decreased when compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Road traffic fatalities amounted to four, the...

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Woman remanded in custody after court hears she was turned away from shelters over her dog

A homeless woman was remanded in custody on Wednesday, after being charged with living in idleness and vagrancy, with the defence insisting that she had repeatedly been turned away from shelters...

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CCTV footage helped police retrace Marsa murder accused’s movements, court hears

Police retraced the movements of murder accused Isaac Asare through Marsa using CCTV footage after he was seen following Miriam Azzopardi into a field and later emerging alone. Azzopardi was...

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Three people arrested in Gozo following drug trafficking investigation

Three individuals - two men aged 75 and 41, and a 57-year-old woman, all residing in Gozo - were arrested following an intensive drug trafficking investigation, the police said Wednesday. Police...

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Students with medical needs but no learning difficulties to get support from medical professionals

Students with medical conditions or physical disabilities who do not have learning difficulties will be able to receive assistance from specially trained medical professionals during school hours...

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TMID Editorial: Malcolm Paul Agius Galea is in the wrong job

Culture Minister Malcolm Paul Agius Galea's comments regarding the sector he is politically responsible for are a cause of concern. Saying that the experience so far has been "traumatic" does not bode...

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Law report: Force majeure, prior fault and proof of losses

On 27 January 2026, the Civil Court (First Hall) (Court) held in the case of Supreme Travel Limited v. The Vessel "Desperado", that the Turkish-flagged yacht that drifted into Maltese waters under...

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Blogs & Opinions

Emmanuel J. Galea

Cold air, cold comfort

Frans Camilleri

Insane law

Alfred Sant

Med security

Katya De Giovanni

Who supports the teacher?

Romilda Zarb

World Fertility Day: The journey behind the numbers

Ivan Castillo

A budget that left you waiting in traffic

Emmanuel J. Galea

Heard in Gozo, lost in Castille

Frans Camilleri

Is small better?

Ivan Bartolo

Social justice must respect those who pay for it

Michael Briguglio

Protests and their outcomes in Europe

‘Court’s hands are tied’: Magistrate calls for drug law reform after fatal ecstasy incident

A magistrate has called for changes to Malta's drug legislation after rejecting a man's request to have his drug trafficking case dealt with under special drug court provisions, despite acknowledging...

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Peter Agius calls for mandatory EU islands impact test on new legislation

The European Parliament's Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO) Committee today held an exchange of views on the challenges faced by EU islands, following an initiative by MEP Peter...

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Updated (2): Elderly man who died after being hit by truck in Żurrieq identified as Pietru Grixti

An elderly man has died after being hit by a truck in Żurrieq earlier this morning. Authorities were informed of a serious incident along Triq Wied Iż-Żurrieq at around...

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Car and motorcycle collision in St Paul's Bay leaves man grievously injured

A biker was injured on Tuesday morning following a crash with a car in Burmarrad, limits of St Paul's Bay. The Police were informed of a traffic accident on Burmarrd Road at 9.30am Officers...

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Updated: British comedian and children's author David Walliams accused of sexual misconduct

A joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News has published allegations against comedian and author David Walliams, including grooming teenage fans, having sex with a 17-year-old girl, and...

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Mater Dei staff member accused of sexually harassing female colleague granted bail

A 41-year-old staff member at Mater Dei Hospital has been granted bail after pleading not guilty to sexually harassing a woman who also works at the hospital. The Maltese citizen of Pakistani...

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Bomb-making instructions, ISIS searches found in terrorism suspect's possession

Police investigating 21-year-old terrorism suspect Daniel Spiteri uncovered online searches for ISIS-related material and extremist Islamic preachers, as well as notebooks containing bomb-making...

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Fewer final deeds of sale, more promise of sale agreements in October – NSO

In October 2026, the number of final deeds of sale and promise of sale agreements relating to residential property amounted to 1,217 and 1,408, respectively. In October 2026, the number of final...

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Sports

YoHealth Malta Premier: Sliema deliver a major blow to Valletta as title race gathers momentum

McLaren's Lando Norris wins Formula 1’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Mercedes clinches constructors’ title

Fermín López scores twice for Barcelona, Inter beat Como to narraw gap at top of Serie A

Man United stage another stunning comeback to draw 4-4 with Aston Villa in the Premier League

Man City suffer third straight Premier League loss at Forest and Arsenal open 6-point lead

Norris earns pole for Sao Paulo GP as grid shaken up by penalties for engine changes

Bournemouth stay perfect in Europa League, Milan stunned at home, Leverkusen beaten by Marseille

Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal

Champions League: Real Madrid pull off another comeback, Liverpool upset by Fenerbahce, Como score 9

‘Putting the cart before the horse’: PN slams lack of investment in vet training, animal hospital

The Nationalist Party has criticised the government over what it described as a lack of investment in veterinary services and animal welfare, highlighting the continued closure of the animal hospital...

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At least 12 people killed and dozens hurt in crashes on a foggy Bulgarian motorway, minister says

Thick fog on a motorway in eastern Bulgaria caused two major crashes that killed at least 12 people and injured dozens on Tuesday, a government minister said. Dense fog on the motorway linking...

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Pope meets with survivors of clergy abuse in Argentina as Church deals with legacy, ongoing cases

Pope Leo XIV met with survivors of clergy abuse on Monday during his visit to Argentina, a country that has been reckoning with the Catholic Church's legacy of sex abuse and cover-up, including...

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Over 2,100 sign MEIA's open letter calling for the Culture Minister's resignation

More than 2,100 artists, cultural workers, organisations and members of the public have signed the open letter launched by the Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) asking Prime...

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Hungarian authorities detain Viktor Orbán's younger brother for suspected human trafficking

Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's younger brother was taken into police custody on Monday, the new prime minister said, part of a probe into suspected human trafficking and...

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New ‘Malta Sport Hub’ to strengthen sports associations and enhance athlete wellbeing

The establishment of the 'Malta Sport Hub', a new programme focused on the mental wellbeing of athletes, is among the key initiatives announced by the Minister for Education and Sport Byron Camilleri...

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Man arrested at Malta International Airport over 1.5kg of cannabis resin capsules

A 45-year-old Moroccan man was arrested at Malta International Airport in connection with the alleged smuggling of 150 capsules filled with suspected cannabis resin, the police said...

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€3 million restoration project ongoing at San Anton Gardens

Conservation, maintenance and restoration works are ongoing at San Anton Gardens as part of a project costing more than €3 million, aimed at safeguarding one of Malta's most historically and...

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ADPD-The Green Party submits FOI request for eco-tax agreement between government, MHRA

ADPD-The Green Party said Tuesday it has submitted a request under the Freedom of Information Act for a copy of the agreement between the Government and the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association...

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Man who died in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq boat accident identified as Keith Caruana

The man who died after a boat ran aground off Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq on Sunday evening has been identified as Keith Caruana, 48, from Mellieħa. His 14-year-old son was also seriously...

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Business

BOV webinar helps businesses navigate international sanctions

Sicilia Outlet Village welcomes the festive season with Christmas magic and winter sales

Lidl launches international Christmas campaign: Discovering the magic of enjoyment is more to value

Is AI behind redundancies in Malta's iGaming sector?

EY National Tax Conference revisits the history and evolution of taxation in Malta

BOV Foundation launches funding call to build financial confidence

Lidl Malta emphasises local agriculture, food security, and sustainable retail

Block of 54 apartments planned a stone’s throw away from scheduled Knights-era villa

Labour and PN voters agree on best and worst Budget measures

PA caps height and sets tighter development limits for Qrendi site

Major Peter Ripard dies aged 89, nearly 16 years after Transport Malta bombing

Fewer road accidents, casualties in third quarter 2026 – NSO

Woman remanded in custody after court hears she was turned away from shelters over her dog

CCTV footage helped police retrace Marsa murder accused’s movements, court hears

Three people arrested in Gozo following drug trafficking investigation

Students with medical needs but no learning difficulties to get support from medical professionals

TMID Editorial: Malcolm Paul Agius Galea is in the wrong job

Law report: Force majeure, prior fault and proof of losses

‘Court’s hands are tied’: Magistrate calls for drug law reform after fatal ecstasy incident

Peter Agius calls for mandatory EU islands impact test on new legislation

Updated (2): Elderly man who died after being hit by truck in Żurrieq identified as Pietru Grixti

Car and motorcycle collision in St Paul's Bay leaves man grievously injured

Updated: British comedian and children's author David Walliams accused of sexual misconduct

Mater Dei staff member accused of sexually harassing female colleague granted bail

Bomb-making instructions, ISIS searches found in terrorism suspect's possession

Fewer final deeds of sale, more promise of sale agreements in October – NSO

TMID Editorial: PBS has a duty to educate, not to sink into vulgarity

Casa wins backing for stronger European Social Fund

YoHealth Malta Premier: Sliema deliver a major blow to Valletta as title race gathers momentum

Culture minister does not understand the sector – MEIA

Eco-contributions to fund tourism infrastructure under new ‘Refresh’ plan

€60 million reverse osmosis plant planned for Ħal Far to produce 40 million litres of water daily

‘You can’t have your cake and eat it’: No plans to allow early retirees to be able to work - Caruana

€1.25 million invested to distribute fresh local milk in schools

Russell Brand is sentenced to 10 1/2 years in British prison for rape and sexual assault

‘Putting the cart before the horse’: PN slams lack of investment in vet training, animal hospital

At least 12 people killed and dozens hurt in crashes on a foggy Bulgarian motorway, minister says

Pope meets with survivors of clergy abuse in Argentina as Church deals with legacy, ongoing cases

Over 2,100 sign MEIA's open letter calling for the Culture Minister's resignation

Hungarian authorities detain Viktor Orbán's younger brother for suspected human trafficking

New ‘Malta Sport Hub’ to strengthen sports associations and enhance athlete wellbeing

Man arrested at Malta International Airport over 1.5kg of cannabis resin capsules

€3 million restoration project ongoing at San Anton Gardens

ADPD-The Green Party submits FOI request for eco-tax agreement between government, MHRA

Man who died in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq boat accident identified as Keith Caruana

Police recruitment age could rise from 39 to 50, Bedingfield says

Culture Minister says artists must follow ‘norms,’ calls first months in office ‘traumatic'

Higher tourist eco-contribution the least welcome Budget measure – survey

Labour Party buys Birżebbuġa club after court ordered it to vacate property

‘You’re a liar’: Woman accused of animal abuse, fraud shouts at activist during cat café testimony

Four Romanian men jailed over Valletta pickpocketing spree