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Updated (2): Man who went naked in Żebbuġ fountain gets suspended sentence, leaves Malta

A 51-year-old Estonian man has admitted appearing naked in a public fountain in Żebbuġ after allegedly taking up a €200 bet with friends. Rainer Korgesaar, who has no fixed address...

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Man charged with assaulting police officers after Valletta altercation

A 32-year-old man was remanded in custody after pleading not guilty to charges that include assaulting police officers during an incident in Valletta on 30 September. James Manfrè, who...

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Enemalta to install Malta-Gozo electricity cable after summer of power cuts

Enemalta said Saturday it has launched the first stage of the procurement process for the manufacture and installation of two new 33kV submarine electricity cables between Malta and Gozo. This...

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Second interconnector approaches completion amid 12-day switch-off of first link

Malta's energy interconnector with Sicily will be switched off for 12 days for safety measures as work on the second link continue, a statement issued by Interconnect Malta and Enemalta said...

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Christa Pike on a ventilator and unconscious after failed Tennessee execution, attorneys say

Christa Pike was placed on a ventilator and remained unconscious in a hospital in the hours after her failed execution in Tennessee, her attorneys said in a court filing Friday. Hospital staff,...

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18 youth, student organisations concerned by killing of protected birds

S-Cubed - representing 18 youth and student organisations - said Friday it is deeply concerned by last month's reports of protected birds being illegally shot across Malta. As a science student...

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FlyDubai co-pilot who nearly crashed plane was barred from flying by Oman over extremism concerns

The FlyDubai co-pilot who officials said nearly crashed a Tel Aviv-bound flight with 182 people aboard was barred from flying by his native Oman over concerns he had adopted extremist views, a person...

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Repubblika says justice for Daphne requires action, not just remembrance

Repubblika president Vicki Ann Cremona has accused the Valletta Local Council of refusing to engage with the organisation over its request to display posters commemorating assassinated journalist...

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Educational sector 'poorer than ever': MUT slams tribunal ruling on Mario Mallia dismissal

The Malta Union of Teachers (MUT) has declared the educational sector poorer than ever following an Industrial Tribunal decision that deemed the dismissal of former St Albert the Great College...

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TMID Editorial: Traffic needs solutions that outlive legislatures

Traffic is one of those problems that cannot realistically be solved within the confines of a single legislature. Governments and Ministers may change, and priorities may shift, but decisions...

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BA must enforce impartiality across all television and radio stations - Momentum

The Nationalist Party is right to raise serious questions about political balance at PBS, but if the Broadcasting Authority is genuinely going to enforce Malta's broadcasting laws, as it should, then...

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1921 achievements bring with them a responsibility to protect democracy today – Speaker

Speaker of the House of Representative Carmelo Abela said that our country's 1921 constitutional achievements bring with them a responsibility to protect democracy and strengthen institutions. He...

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Sixth edition of the Animal Honours Awards celebrates dedication to animal welfare

The Parliamentary Secretariat for Animal Rights hosted the sixth edition of the Animal Honours Awards, marking the culmination of the Malta Animal Awareness Week. This annual initiative celebrates...

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Joseph Farrugia returns Ġieħ ir-Repubblika award following Yorgen Fenech acquittal

Former Malta Employers' Association director general Joseph Farrugia has returned his Ġieħ ir-Repubblika award in protest against Yorgen Fenech's acquittal on all charges related to the...

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Lewandowski and De Bruyne shine in Nations League as Italy hold France to draw

Veteran stars took center stage in the Nations League on Friday with Robert Lewandowski and Kevin de Bruyne leading Poland and Belgium to victories thanks to multi-goal performances. Italy also...

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Nearly eight tonnes of floating waste collected from Malta’s coastal waters

The Federation of Maltese Aquaculture Producers (FMAP) has collected nearly eight tonnes of floating waste, together with an additional 25,550 litres of oily liquid, from Malta's coastal waters during...

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Updated: PA orders removal of unauthorised restaurant structure in Sliema

The Sliema Residents Association has called on authorities to urgently intervene over an alleged takeover of public land by a new restaurant at the corner of Annunciation Street and the Ferries in...

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Industrial peace and social dialogue key to social progress, Prime Minister says

Prime Minister Robert Abela emphasized the crucial role of industrial peace and social dialogue in ensuring that economic growth translates into tangible social progress during a pre-budget...

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PL Conference opens: Government to shield public from uncertainty - Borg

The first session of the Labour Party's General Conference was held on Friday evening, ending with speeches by Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Leader for Parliamentary Affairs Ian Borg and Deputy...

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Lewandowski and De Bruyne shine in Nations League as Italy hold France to draw

Man City lodge 'comprehensive' appeal after guilty verdict in financial rule-breaking scandal

Nations League: Malta rues missed chances in frustrating draw with Gibraltar

Klopp celebrates 1st Germany win and Portugal moves on from Cristiano Ronaldo in Nations League

Potential sanctions against Man City could range from fines to expulsion from the Premier League

Man City guilty of almost all the 115 financial charges, Premier League says in explosive verdict

Nations League: Yamal helps Spain extend unbeaten run in homecoming game. Gordon, Kane lead England

Transformed Italy records dominant win in Nations League, Olise gives France late win

Klopp endures first loss in charge of Germany after unprecedented victory for Greece

Malta prepares for Gibraltar clash with 2-0 win over Liechtenstein in friendly

Excerpts from minutes of past Cabinet meetings will be exhibited for the first time

Auberge de Castille will be open to the public today as part of Notte Bianca activities and all those visiting the Office of the Prime Minister will have the opportunity to view four excerpts from...

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‘I was fighting for my life’: Indian pilot hailed as hero recalls FlyDubai cockpit attack

The Indian airline captain who helped thwart an apparent attempt to crash a FlyDubai flight described Friday how he fought for his life in the minutes after his co-pilot stabbed him and the...

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Speaker emphasises importance of a Parliament closer to the people in Gozo meetings

The work of Parliament must go beyond its walls; we must broaden collaboration and participation so that parliamentary work is more closely connected to the realities of society," Speaker of the House...

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Arkansas gem hunter says he found what may be a $1 million diamond

Jack Pearadin is the first to admit that his diamond-hunting hobby hasn't paid off, despite sifting rocks for more than a dozen years. But earlier this year, the Navy reservist and his friend...

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Three-year-old allegedly tried to stop father during attack on mother

A three-year-old boy allegedly tried to protect his mother as his father attacked her inside their home, a court heard. The 47-year-old man was arraigned under arrest over the incident, which...

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First dual-chamber leadless pacemaker implant performed in Malta

Malta has performed its first dual-chamber leadless pacemaker implant at Mater Dei Hospital, marking the introduction of a newer form of cardiac technology that allows patients to receive pacing...

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Agreement between MCESD and University of Malta to strengthen cooperation in research

The Malta Council for Economic and Social Development (MCESD) and the University of Malta signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will strengthen collaboration between the two institutions across...

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First of 12 oil tanks dismantled at San Luċjan as site regeneration moves forward

The first of 12 former oil storage tanks at San Luċjan, Birżebbuġa, has been dismantled as work continues to clear and decommission the site ahead of its planned regeneration, the...

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Labour hits out at PN over decision not to publish pre-budget document

The Labour Party has criticised Opposition Leader Alex Borg for confirming that the Nationalist Party will not publish a Pre-Budget Document ahead of the Budget, saying the decision leaves the...

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Valletta bartender handed suspended sentence over assault causing grievous injuries

A 45-year-old bartender living in Valletta was handed a suspended prison sentence on Thursday after pleading guilty to charges stemming from an assault that left another man grievously...

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Business

BOV Fund Services marks 20 years of growth

Young leaders prepare to meet European decision-makers through JCI European Know-How Transfer

Malta Institute of Accountants holds 62nd AGM

EY Engage 2026 explores the building blocks of the AI-ready enterprise

Farsons Group delivers stable growth and increases interim dividend

db Group forecasts €104 million EBITDA as St George’s Bay enters operation

Microsoft launches a new Copilot, bringing AI, delegation and app creation together

Lidl Malta renews support for St Jeanne Antide Foundation

Malta Freeport Terminals and Medelec complete major upgrade of primary distribution substation

IZIGROUP surpasses €1bn in turnover

Updated (2): Man who went naked in Żebbuġ fountain gets suspended sentence, leaves Malta

Man charged with assaulting police officers after Valletta altercation

Enemalta to install Malta-Gozo electricity cable after summer of power cuts

Second interconnector approaches completion amid 12-day switch-off of first link

Christa Pike on a ventilator and unconscious after failed Tennessee execution, attorneys say

18 youth, student organisations concerned by killing of protected birds

FlyDubai co-pilot who nearly crashed plane was barred from flying by Oman over extremism concerns

Repubblika says justice for Daphne requires action, not just remembrance

Educational sector 'poorer than ever': MUT slams tribunal ruling on Mario Mallia dismissal

TMID Editorial: Traffic needs solutions that outlive legislatures

BA must enforce impartiality across all television and radio stations - Momentum

1921 achievements bring with them a responsibility to protect democracy today – Speaker

Sixth edition of the Animal Honours Awards celebrates dedication to animal welfare

Joseph Farrugia returns Ġieħ ir-Repubblika award following Yorgen Fenech acquittal

Lewandowski and De Bruyne shine in Nations League as Italy hold France to draw

Nearly eight tonnes of floating waste collected from Malta’s coastal waters

Updated: PA orders removal of unauthorised restaurant structure in Sliema

Industrial peace and social dialogue key to social progress, Prime Minister says

PL Conference opens: Government to shield public from uncertainty - Borg

Malta calls for closer EU ties with southern Mediterranean

Government to focus on sustainable careers for artists and creative professionals

Eight projects awarded €150,000 through President’s Fund for Creativity

Alex Borg calls for education service to better meet students’ and educators’ needs

Two British nationals arrested at airport on drug trafficking suspicions

Għar Lapsi ramp rebuilt as works to repair Storm Harry damage continue

GWU strengthens representation among courier workers

Number of tourists up by nearly 15% in August - NSO

TMID Editorial - The uncomfortable truth: Malta’s energy subsidies are unlikely to last forever

Excerpts from minutes of past Cabinet meetings will be exhibited for the first time

‘I was fighting for my life’: Indian pilot hailed as hero recalls FlyDubai cockpit attack

Speaker emphasises importance of a Parliament closer to the people in Gozo meetings

Arkansas gem hunter says he found what may be a $1 million diamond

Three-year-old allegedly tried to stop father during attack on mother

First dual-chamber leadless pacemaker implant performed in Malta

Agreement between MCESD and University of Malta to strengthen cooperation in research

First of 12 oil tanks dismantled at San Luċjan as site regeneration moves forward

Labour hits out at PN over decision not to publish pre-budget document

Valletta bartender handed suspended sentence over assault causing grievous injuries

Court dismisses Maltapost bid to overturn €10,000 postal delivery shortfall charge

In-flight attack on FlyDubai pilot puts aviation security measures under fresh scrutiny

Economic growth must translate into better incomes, quality jobs and strong public services - GWU

Man City lodge 'comprehensive' appeal after guilty verdict in financial rule-breaking scandal

Chief Justice urges government, Opposition to find ‘mature’ solution for his successor

Archbishop urges judiciary to put truth at the heart of justice