Change in leadership will not on its own be a solution for the PN’s troubles – Andrew Azzopardi A change in leadership will not on its own be a solution for the PN's troubles, Andrew Azzopardi told The Malta Independent on Sunday. "But it might be part of a solution." This newsroom spoke to... Comments (0) Share
Roberta Metsola’s defining decision: Why she could have said yes As the Nationalist Party braces for yet another leadership transition following the resignation of Bernard Grech, all eyes turned to Roberta Metsola. The current President of the European Parliament... Comments (1) Share latest comment from Jason silvio, 15/06/2025 07:20: Hadd ma hu indispensabli, l unika mod li jinaqghad IL pn hu li jsib ideal komuni bejn IL fazjonijiet kollha! IL movement Sabu l ideal komuni hokli dhari u nhokklok tijghak mbghad Ghada naraw u l poplu kunten!nahseb f cirkostanzi bhal dawn lanqas l arkanglu San Mikiel mhux bizzejed Bhala kap ta l oppozizjoni New Comment Reply Click to rate 0 0
Roberta Metsola’s defining decision: Why she ultimately said no There were equally compelling reasons why Roberta Metsola chose to decline the PN leadership at this time. The romantic notion of political redemption and national service must have been weighed... Comments (0) Share
Israel and Iran trade strikes for a third day as hundreds reported dead Israel unleashed airstrikes across Iran for a third day Sunday and threatened even greater force as some Iranian missiles evaded Israeli air defenses to strike buildings in... Comments (0) Share
PM announces that masterplan for Grand Harbour regeneration being drafted, says PN in Chaos Prime Minister Robert Abela announced on Sunday that an international firm of experts has been appointed to draft a plan that will lead to the regeneration of the Grand Harbour. Abela, during a... Comments (0) Share
Nearly 800 participants take part in first edition of ‘10KM L-Istrina Palace Run’ in aid of MCCF The first edition of the 10KM L-Istrina Palace Run was successfully held, bringing together nearly 800 participants who ran from Verdala Palace to San Anton Palace, in a new initiative in aid of the... Comments (0) Share
Family disputes: ‘Mandatory reporting system is being abused’ – FSWS CEO The CEO of the Foundation for Social Welfare Services (FSWS) Alfred Grixti warned that the mandatory reporting system is being abused, particularly by couples involved in disputes and seeking... Comments (0) Share
Controlled demolition operation of Paceville site completed The controlled demolition operation at the site in Paceville where a four0storey building collapsed last Wednesday has been completed. In a statement Sunday, the Building and Construction... Comments (0) Share
How Robert Abela and Bernard Grech changed course on Manoel Island The Manoel Island saga dominated the month of May and the start of June, as a petition calling for it to be turned into a national park gathered thousands of supporters - enough to ultimately prompt... Comments (0) Share
Updated: Robert Aquilina takes back Fondazione Falcone role, but refuses return to Repubblika Robert Aquilina has reassumed his position as the Fondazione Falcone representative in Malta, he announced on Sunday morning. He has also accepted to return to the foundation's General Council... Comments (1) Share latest comment from Jojo, 15/06/2025 17:57: Issa issemi ohra Paolo borselino NGO U falcone jitlaqa U Mela issa drajnieh New Comment Reply Click to rate 0 0
‘New leader will have my support,’ Grech appeals for people to unanimously back his successor Outgoing Nationalist Party leader Bernard Grech has appealed for everyone to get behind whoever is named as his successor as PN leader over the coming months. He stated that as the new leader... Comments (0) Share
Paris Saint-Germain thump Atlético Madrid 4-0 in an impressive Club World Cup opener Fabián Ruiz and Vitinha scored in the first half, and Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain opened Club World Cup play with a 4-0 victory over Atlético Madrid on Sunday. PSG... Comments (0) Share
Gattuso named Italy coach as the Azzurri aim to avoid missing out on a third straight World Cup Former hard-tackling midfielder Gennaro Gattuso was named Italy coach on Sunday, tasked with reviving the country's already-flagging World Cup qualifying hopes. Gattuso replaces Luciano... Comments (0) Share
20 blood donors recognised by President of Malta on World Blood Donor Day 20 blood donors - 12 women and eight men - were recognised for their regular blood donations for World Blood Donor Day. The donors were each given a silver plaque by the President of Malta,... Comments (0) Share
Malta’s wetland reserves: Giving birds a place to raise their young In the northern part of Malta, three special places - Simar, Għadira, and Salina - are helping birds do something very important: raise their young. These wetland nature reserves, managed by... Comments (0) Share
George Russell holds off Max Verstappen for Canadian GP win as McLarens collide George Russell won his first race of the Formula 1 season as the Mercedes driver held off defending race winner Max Verstappen at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday. It was the fourth victory of... Comments (0) Share
Man grievously injured during apartment fight A British man was injured in a fight in a Paceville apartment. At around five o'clock on Sunday morning, the police were informed that a person had suffered injuries during an argument that took... Comments (0) Share
TMIS Editorial: Malta needs a strong Opposition Malta stands at a critical juncture. In spite of scandals continuing to tarnish the Labour government and trust in institutions steadily eroding, the Labour Party remains the country's dominant... Comments (0) Share
Reuse centres attract over 30,000 visitors, generate €110,000 for environmental projects Four centres across Malta and Gozo have diverted items from landfills while funding environmental initiatives. The country's Reuse Centres have attracted around 30,000 visitors and... Comments (0) Share
The timeless wisdom of a father At 87 years old, Richard Gatt sits peacefully in his room at Villa Messina, a facility operated by CareMalta, where he reminds us that Father's Day isn't just a date on the calendar. It's a... Comments (0) Share
Israel targets Iran's Defence Ministry headquarters as Tehran unleashes deadly missile strike Israel launched an expanded assault on Iran on Sunday, targeting its energy industry and Defence Ministry headquarters, while Tehran unleashed a fresh barrage of deadly strikes. The simultaneous... Comments (0) Share
'The party belongs to the members': Adrian Delia speaks out amid PN leadership speculation Adrian Delia has broken his silence amid growing speculation about the Nationalist Party (PN) leadership race, stating that any decision to lead the party again must be rooted in reflection, not in... Comments (0) Share
Four arrested in major drug trafficking and organised crime operation In a major overnight police operation targeting drug trafficking and organised crime, four individuals - three men and a woman - were arrested after being found in possession of a substantial quantity... Comments (0) Share
George Russell mocks Max Verstappen's penalty as he takes pole for Canadian GP The feud between George Russell and four-time reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen could continue at the Canadian Grand Prix after the two locked up the front row in Saturday... Comments (0) Share
My commitment cannot be divided: Metsola rules out PN leadership bid European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has ruled herself out of the Nationalist Party (PN) leadership race, days after Bernard Grech unexpectedly stepped down as party leader. In a statement... Comments (19) Share latest comment from J. Bianchi, 15/06/2025 07:02: She is the president of an irrelevant parliament. Don't you see that the EU is nowhere to be considered by the US, Russia, China and now even by Israel. Right now the EU is discussing the 18th sanction package against Russia. The previous 17 had no effect since Russia increased the bombings on Ukraine instead of reducing. Do you know how many sanction packages the EU has issued against Israel? 0.....not even one. And you are praising this booth licker. New Comment Reply Click to rate 0 0
Failures in construction system putting lives and Malta’s reputation at risk – Malta Chamber The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry on Saturday expressed, yet again, its deep concern following the collapse of another building, this time in Paceville earlier this... Comments (0) Share
The Club World Cup is finally up and running - and football may never be the same After more than a year of uncertainty and criticism, the Club World Cup kicked off in Miami on Saturday and football may never be the same. At least that's what FIFA president Gianni... Comments (0) Share
Death toll in Indian plane crash climbs to 270 as search teams find more bodies Search and recovery teams continued scouring the site of one of India's worst aviation disasters for a third day after the Air India flight fell from the sky and killed at least 270 people in Gujarat... Comments (0) Share