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14 May 2025, Wednesday

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PA application to turn Villa Sans Soucis into elderly home suspended as amended plans requested

A planning application to turn what is reputed to be Malta's most haunted house into an elderly home has been suspended at the request of the project's architect after the Superintendence of Cultural...

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No place for ‘czars’ to rule over judges in democracy, Repubblika says on constitutional reform

Civil Society NGO Repubblika is opposing a government-proposed constitutional reform to introduce a new standards czar to oversee the conduct of magistrates and judges. Repubblika said in a...

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Pope vows every effort to work for peace in regions where Christians persecuted, forced to flee

Pope Leo XIV vowed to take "every effort" Wednesday to work for peace in the Middle East and Ukraine and to actively promote the spirituality and traditions of the eastern rite churches, those...

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Free childcare service launched for victims of crime while they testify in court

The Victim Support Agency (VSA) has launched two new support services for victims of crime and domestic violence. One of the services ensures that a victim who needs to appear in court as a...

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People implicated in breach of money laundering rules have no place leading MSE, PN says

The Minister for Finance has no issue with the fact that the Executive Chairman of the Malta Stock Exchange, Joseph Portelli, a government appointee, is implicated in a company linked with money...

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Malta is European leader in LGBTIQ+ rights for 10th consecutive year, government says

Malt ranked first on the 2025 Rainbow Map released by ILGA-Europe, which is the leading European organisation advocating for LGBTIQ+ rights, the government said. The map benchmarks 49...

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TMID Editorial: A tragedy in the Med

A tragedy occurred in the Mediterranean this week. Four people, including two small children, died during a migration voyage. "Following a mayday alert by the European Border and Coast Guard...

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Live: Degiorgio brothers weren't happy with payment for Caruana Galizia murder, witness tells court

The Degiorgio brothers were not happy with the payment for Daphne Caruana Galizia murder, Vince Muscat, known as il-Kohhu, said today in court. "Were the Degorgio brothers satisfied with the...

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‘Super One 2’ once again found guilty of bias, PN says

The Broadcasting Authority has once again reprimanded what is supposed to be the national broadcaster, finding it guilty of being unbalanced and partial in the way it attempted to censor the...

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10 songs win a place in the Eurovision final but 5 are sent home as the music contest heats up

Competition in the 69th Eurovision Song Contest kicked off Tuesday, with sauna-loving Swedish entry KAJ gaining a place in the final and five countries going home after the first of two...

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Law report: Interpretation of ‘pre-existing medical condition’ clauses in travel insurance policies

On 5 February 2025, the Court of Appeal (in its inferior jurisdiction), delivered its final judgment in the case of 'D.M. v X Insurance' which related to an appeal filed by X Insurance (the...

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Abela trying to put pressure on courts to exonerate ‘Joseph Muscat and his clique’ – Repubblika

The NGO Repubblika has accused Prime Minister Robert Abela of trying to put pressure on the courts in order for them to exonerate Joseph Muscat “and his clique” from the serious charges...

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Vince Muscat tried to claim €1 million reward for information on Caruana Galizia murder via lawyer

Vince Muscat, who is one of the convicted hitmen behind the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, told a trial on Tuesday that his lawyer had tried to claim the €1 million reward on offer for...

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There were over 12,500 property transactions in 2024, an increase over previous year

There were over 12,500 property transactions in 2024, valued at €3.5 billion, marking a 3.4% increase from the previous year, a government statement read. Minister for Justice and Reform...

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ECHR finds no breach of human rights in Patrick Spiteri’s arrest in Malta

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has found no breach of Patrick Spiteri's rights in his arrest. In 2008 Spiteri was charged with fraud, misappropriation of funds and forgery of public...

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Gafa should have used the tool of interrogation in hospitals deal case, Aquilina says

Robert Aquilina, Fondazione Falcone's representative in Malta, has hit out at Police Commissioner Angelo Gafa, saying that the Commissioner should have conducted interrogations in the hospitals deal...

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Maksar gang trial: 'I don't have the guts to shoot', Vince Muscat tells court

Vince Muscat, known as il-Kohhu, told a trial by jury that he does not have the guts to shoot. He was testifying in the trial by jury of the four men charged with the murder of Daphne...

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Students lament University decision to lay off casual part-time lecturers

Students at the University of Malta (UoM) have expressed "deep concern and dismay" over a recent decision implemented by the University to terminate the contracts of "casual part-time...

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Ronald Mizzi reappointment is a blow to justice and good governance, PN says

The Nationalist Party said Tuesday it considers Robert Abela's decision to reappoint Ronald Mizzi as Permanent Secretary to be an irresponsible act that further erodes accountability, transparency,...

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Brazil sign Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti 1 year ahead of 2026 World Cup

Torrential rain fails to halt Inter's pursuit of leaders Napoli as gap cut to one point

Arsenal and Newcastle to meet in Premier League showdown as Champions League race intensifies

Hamrun make it three league titles in a row after beating Birkirkara 1-0 in final

Lazio snatch draw against 10-man Juventus in Serie A

Haaland returns yet Man City stumble to leave Champions League hopes in doubt

San Giljan beat Sliema on penalties to win BOV winter league

Man United, Tottenham reach Europa League final, one win away from Champions League

PSG reach Champions League final and will face Inter for elusive title

2,225 reported cases of domestic violence in Malta in 2024

Minister for Home Affairs Byron Camilleri has said that across the year 2024, the police received 2,225 reports of domestic violence. This equates to around six reports everyday. He was...

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70-year-old motorcyclist grievously injured in crash

At around 11:15 a.m., the police were informed of a traffic accident in Triq l-Imġarr, Għajnsielem, Gozo. The police went to the scene, and from preliminary investigations, it emerged...

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Trailer too high for bridge in Paceville, traffic chaos ensues

As if we do not have already enough traffic problems, a trailer this morning was unable to continue its journey because it is higher than the bridge in Triq Santu Wistin, St. Julian's. The...

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Ronald Mizzi reinstated as Permanent Secretary, despite ongoing court case

Ronald Mizzi has been appointed as the Permanent Secretary within the Office of the Prime Minister, despite the ongoing hospitals deal court case. Mizzi is one of the persons facing charges in...

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‘EcoHive project has strong element of greenwashing,’ PN MP raises alarm over EcoHive incinerators

PN MP Claudette Buttigieg criticised the government's proposed EcoHive project in Magħtab, warning that it is being falsely portrayed as an environmentally friendly initiative, when in reality,...

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Partit Momentum aligns with European Democratic Party, within Renew Europe EP group

The Momentum Party has announced that it has been welcomed into the European Democratic Party. Within the European Parliament, all elected MEPs stemming from the European Democrats (PDE/EDP) join...

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Trump and Pope Leo are now Earth's most powerful Americans. They lead in different roles and realms

The motto of one newly elected American world leader: " Fight! " The other introduced himself to the world with his first public word as pope: " Peace." The contrast between President Donald...

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French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault and given 18-month suspended sentence

A Paris court on Tuesday found actor Gérard Depardieu guilty of having sexually assaulted two women on a 2021 film set, giving him an 18-month suspended prison sentence. The...

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New York Times reports Pope Leo XIV has Maltese ancestry

Findings regarding Pope Leo XIV's familial roots appear to indicate that the pontiff's great-grandfather was Maltese, the New York Times reports....

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latest comment from Mario Tabone-Vassallo, 12/05/2025 14:00: PROSIT, harbitli din. Intkom biss gibtuha.

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Jeremy Harbinson to testify remotely in Vitals criminal proceedings

Court expert Jeremy Harbinson will be allowed to testify remotely in criminal proceedings related to the Vitals hospitals concession. In a decree issued on Monday, Magistrate Rachel Montebello...

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Business

Bank of Valletta offers the Guaranteed Investment Plan 2028 to its customers

Bank of Valletta extends its support to the Karl Vella Foundation

Is our education system ready for 21st century skills?

GO declares Malta a ‘True Fibre Island’

HSBC Malta Foundation supports the 6th edition of the Primary STEM Challenge

GO declares Malta a 'true fibre island'

STMicroelectronics Facility becomes EU’s first advanced manufacturing backend plant

Moneybase launches free SEPA Instant payments

MESGA consultative council of future generations meets BOV

Atlas Healthcare and IVALIFE host webinar on pensions and auto-enrolment

PA application to turn Villa Sans Soucis into elderly home suspended as amended plans requested

No place for ‘czars’ to rule over judges in democracy, Repubblika says on constitutional reform

Pope vows every effort to work for peace in regions where Christians persecuted, forced to flee

Free childcare service launched for victims of crime while they testify in court

People implicated in breach of money laundering rules have no place leading MSE, PN says

Malta is European leader in LGBTIQ+ rights for 10th consecutive year, government says

TMID Editorial: A tragedy in the Med

Live: Degiorgio brothers weren't happy with payment for Caruana Galizia murder, witness tells court

‘Super One 2’ once again found guilty of bias, PN says

10 songs win a place in the Eurovision final but 5 are sent home as the music contest heats up

Law report: Interpretation of ‘pre-existing medical condition’ clauses in travel insurance policies

Abela trying to put pressure on courts to exonerate ‘Joseph Muscat and his clique’ – Repubblika

Vince Muscat tried to claim €1 million reward for information on Caruana Galizia murder via lawyer

There were over 12,500 property transactions in 2024, an increase over previous year

ECHR finds no breach of human rights in Patrick Spiteri’s arrest in Malta

Gafa should have used the tool of interrogation in hospitals deal case, Aquilina says

Maksar gang trial: 'I don't have the guts to shoot', Vince Muscat tells court

Students lament University decision to lay off casual part-time lecturers

Ronald Mizzi reappointment is a blow to justice and good governance, PN says

MIDI says master plan for Manoel Island contemplates huge open spaces

TMID Editorial: Commitment to dignified end-of-life care

St Lawrence Church hidden gems open to the public

62 rescued in Maltese S&R zone, four die in Med migration voyage

Lions found illegally kept in Naxxar relocated to approved facility in Rabat

Police chief ‘categorically and unequivocally denies’ allegations made by Aquilina

Parliament unanimously passes new cannabis legislation amendments

Robert Aquilina accuses Police Commissioner of undermining hospitals corruption inquiry

Maksar gang trial: Vince Muscat confronted with previous testimony

2,225 reported cases of domestic violence in Malta in 2024

70-year-old motorcyclist grievously injured in crash

Trailer too high for bridge in Paceville, traffic chaos ensues

Ronald Mizzi reinstated as Permanent Secretary, despite ongoing court case

‘EcoHive project has strong element of greenwashing,’ PN MP raises alarm over EcoHive incinerators

Partit Momentum aligns with European Democratic Party, within Renew Europe EP group

Trump and Pope Leo are now Earth's most powerful Americans. They lead in different roles and realms

French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault and given 18-month suspended sentence

New York Times reports Pope Leo XIV has Maltese ancestry

Jeremy Harbinson to testify remotely in Vitals criminal proceedings

Malta Further & Higher Education Authority says it still holds the status of affiliate with ENQA

Two grievously injured in Sannat fight

Government must shoulder responsibility for yet another failure in education – PN

Runway operations resume following incident involving a light aircraft, MIA says

Brazil sign Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti 1 year ahead of 2026 World Cup

Planning application filed for run-down cinema in Birkirkara to be restored and turned into gym