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5 June 2025, Thursday

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Guilty verdict: A step closer to justice – Daphne Caruana Galizia family

Today's verdict convicting Robert Agius and Jamie Vella of complicity in Daphne's assassination brings us a step closer to justice, the family of the slain journalist said. "We are grateful to...

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BREAKING: Maksar gang found guilty of murders of Daphne Caruana Galizia and Carmel Chircop

George Degiorgio, Jamie Vella, Adrian Agius, and Robert Agius have all been found guilty in relation to charges on the murders of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia and lawyer Carmelo...

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Courts did their job, government must do its duty – Bernard Grech; Metsola says fight will continue

The courts have completed their job and now it is up to the government to do its duty, Nationalist Party leader Bernard Grech said Thursday. Reacting to the guilty verdict in the trial by jury...

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Updated: Man dies after drowning in Gozo, victim identified as firefighter

A man has died after drowning in Gozo, police said on Thursday. The police said that it was informed of a request for assistance around Ras ir-Reqqa in the limits of Żebbuġ in Gozo at...

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Robert Abela’s attack on Eddie Fenech Adami: shameless hypocrisy, PN says; PL replies

Robert Abela has found himself cornered, and just as he always does when he's under pressure, instead of shouldering responsibility for his own failures, he's shamelessly gone on the offensive -...

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First phase of €37 million environmental project replacing Sant’Antnin Plant in Marsaskala begins

The Ministry for the Environment, through WasteServ, has officially launched the first phase of a major €37 million greening project that will transform 23,800 square meters of land into a green...

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ECB cuts benchmark interest rate by quarter point as Trump tariffs threaten economy

The European Central Bank cut its benchmark interest rate for an eighth time, aiming to support businesses and consumers with more affordable borrowing as U.S. President Donald Trump's trade...

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Standards czar dismisses allegations against Toni Bezzina, Robert Cutajar, Ivan Castillo – PN

The Nationalist Party has said that the Commissioner for Standards in Public Life has dismissed allegations made against three of its MPs: Toni Bezzina, Robert Cutajar, and Ivan Castillo. The...

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Application for Ta’ Qali Sports Village withdrawn

An application for the construction of a sport village complex in Ta Qali has been withdrawn after the planning board on Thursday made it clear that it was going to reject the application. The...

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Manoel Island: MIDI says it is open to scrutiny by the Lands Authority and government

MIDI plc said Thursday it is open to scrutiny by the Lands Authority and the government on the Manoel Island development, saying however that "it is not in default" on its obligations under the deed...

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Every domestic violence case ‘should be dealt individually’, but all ‘should be treated seriously’

Every case of domestic violence should be dealt with individually according to the facts of the case. Nonetheless, all should be treated seriously, ensuring consistency in the proceedings whilst doing...

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Jurors start to deliberate on Caruana Galizia and Chircop murders

After six weeks of testimony, cross-examinations, and courtroom moments, the jury trial of those accused of murdering Carmel Chircop and Daphne Caruana Galizia moved into its final phase on Thursday...

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PM criticises past Manoel Island deal, says he is tasked with dealing with consequences

Prime Minister Robert Abela has come out openly criticising the 2000 concession of Manoel Island and Tigné Point to the MIDI consortium, saying that the agreement, made under former Prime...

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New scholarship launched for post-secondary student athletes

Education Minister Clifton Grima has launched a new scholarship aimed at supporting students pursuing a post-secondary course leading to the Matriculation Certificate, while also undergoing structured...

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TMID Editorial: Why CEO wellbeing demands urgent attention

Behind the titles, boardroom decisions, and sharp suits, an alarming reality shadows the lives of many CEOs and senior leaders. According to a recent study presented at the conference 'Who is Taking...

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Gaza: Over 150 Maltese academics, activists, accuse Metsola of complicity through silence

More than 150 Maltese and Malta-based academics, artists, writers, journalists, and activists have publicly condemned European Parliament President Roberta Metsola for what they describe as her "timid...

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Malta 'looks forward' to balance between traditional heritage, innovation to protect biodiversity

During a regional conference in Athens, Greece, on the protection of the marine environment in the Mediterranean, the Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Animal Rights, Alicia...

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Biker injured in hit-and-run accident

A biker was injured on Wednesday evening after being involved in a collision with a vehicle whose driver kept on going, the police said. The accident took place in Kennedy Drive, St Paul's Bay,...

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Chaos in court after 12 homeless people charged with loitering, begging

Twelve homeless people, including several foreign nationals and two Maltese citizens, were brought before a magistrate on Tuesday amid a loud and chaotic scene in court, as they faced accusations of...

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Ronaldo leads Portugal to Nations League final with its first win over Germany in 25 years

Simone Inzaghi resigns as Inter coach amid Saudi interest

PSG fans raise the roof as triumphant players hold aloft Champions League trophy

Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix ahead of McLaren teammate Norris to extend F1 lead

2 fans died and an officer is in a coma after Champions League celebrations in France

Inter feel pain of another Champions League final defeat but pride remains

From Galacticos to glory: How Luis Enrique transformed PSG into Champions League winners

Exuberant PSG fans celebrate club's first Champions League title with police on alert

Paris Saint-Germain rout Inter 5-0 to win the Champions League for the first time

GSSE conclude: Malta bags 55 medals, 13 of which gold

University Social Work Department condemns retired bishop’s remarks undermining abuse victims

The Department of Social Policy and Social Work at the University of Malta expressed deep concern at recent public remarks made by retired bishop George Frendo on a live television programme, in which...

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Skills pass required for all hospitality and tourism workers as from January 2026

As per Subsidiary Legislation 409.22, starting January 2026, the Skills Pass will be compulsory for all individuals working within the hospitality and tourism industry across Malta, including Maltese...

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PN leader says there is still time to turn Manoel Island into a national park

In what appears to be a change of heart, Nationalist Party leader Bernard Grech this morning said that while there is still time and no development has as yet taken place on Manoel Island, "let us do...

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BirdLife says strategy to water down laws aimed to conserve and protect birds continues

BirdLife Malta said it was once again the only organisation standing up for birds on the Ornis Committee and the strategy to water down laws aimed to conserve and protect birds...

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Prime Minister says buying out Manoel Island concession is the only solution he excludes

Prime Minister Robert Abela told journalists that buying out the Manoel Island concession is the only solution that he excludes. "This is the only 'solution' that I will exclude: that the...

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On World Environment Day, Momentum calls to protect Malta’s ‘vanishing green heritage’

As we observe World Environment Day, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to preserve and protect our natural environment for current and future generations, Momentum said...

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Andrew Azzopardi’s radio programme axed by RTK103

Andrew Azzopardi's programme on RTK103 will be coming to an end on June 29th following a decision by Beacon Media Group, the host of the programme stated in a post on social media on...

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NGOs welcome government and Opposition’s shift in position on Manoel Island

Seven NGOs have welcomed both the government's and the Opposition's shift in positions on Manoel Island. In a statement issued Wednesday, the NGOs said that saving Manoel and returning it to the...

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PM inaugurates state-of-the-art hangar at MIA

During the inauguration of a new Falcon Aviation Engineering hangar at Malta International Airport, Prime Minister Robert Abela spoke about how our country wants to continue its commitment in the...

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Ronaldo leads Portugal to Nations League final with its first win over Germany in 25 years

Cristiano Ronaldo has led Portugal to its first win over Germany in 25 years. The 40-year-old Ronaldo captained the team and scored his 137th international goal as Portugal came from behind to...

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MIA Biennial Conference addresses key bottlenecks and opportunities impacting Malta’s future growth

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Tanseana Document Management Services Centre in Gozo

Atlas Insurance presents Digital Marketing Innovation award at JA Malta Finals and Awards night

Two Maltese students represent Malta at the European Money Quiz Finals

FinanceMalta targets industry growth beyond Europe

APS Bank holds AGM and approves key resolutions

Students encouraged to join BOV Club early and enjoy greater benefits

Malta signs an MoU with San Marino and Andorra

Four new directors appointed at Deloitte Malta

Euro to grow should dollar wane

Guilty verdict: A step closer to justice – Daphne Caruana Galizia family

BREAKING: Maksar gang found guilty of murders of Daphne Caruana Galizia and Carmel Chircop

Courts did their job, government must do its duty – Bernard Grech; Metsola says fight will continue

Updated: Man dies after drowning in Gozo, victim identified as firefighter

Robert Abela’s attack on Eddie Fenech Adami: shameless hypocrisy, PN says; PL replies

First phase of €37 million environmental project replacing Sant’Antnin Plant in Marsaskala begins

ECB cuts benchmark interest rate by quarter point as Trump tariffs threaten economy

Standards czar dismisses allegations against Toni Bezzina, Robert Cutajar, Ivan Castillo – PN

Application for Ta’ Qali Sports Village withdrawn

Manoel Island: MIDI says it is open to scrutiny by the Lands Authority and government

Every domestic violence case ‘should be dealt individually’, but all ‘should be treated seriously’

Jurors start to deliberate on Caruana Galizia and Chircop murders

PM criticises past Manoel Island deal, says he is tasked with dealing with consequences

New scholarship launched for post-secondary student athletes

TMID Editorial: Why CEO wellbeing demands urgent attention

Gaza: Over 150 Maltese academics, activists, accuse Metsola of complicity through silence

Malta 'looks forward' to balance between traditional heritage, innovation to protect biodiversity

Biker injured in hit-and-run accident

Chaos in court after 12 homeless people charged with loitering, begging

Government ‘systematically failing’ Malta on climate action, PN says; PL says PN not credible

New open green space named after Marcel Pisani inaugurated at Dar il-Kaptan

Regeneration work begins at Ġnien tal-Kmand in Qrendi

Woman who denies mushroom murders of her in-laws accepts that she served them death caps for lunch

TMID Editorial: Learning from the MCAST case

Educators targeted over tattoos amid policy vacuum

Speaker rules media report misrepresented Minister’s reply on beachwear issue

Robert Aquilina says police wanted names of sources in interrogation on Pilatus book

January-April tourist arrivals top 1 million, up 17.4% - NSO

University Social Work Department condemns retired bishop’s remarks undermining abuse victims

Skills pass required for all hospitality and tourism workers as from January 2026

PN leader says there is still time to turn Manoel Island into a national park

BirdLife says strategy to water down laws aimed to conserve and protect birds continues

Prime Minister says buying out Manoel Island concession is the only solution he excludes

On World Environment Day, Momentum calls to protect Malta’s ‘vanishing green heritage’

Andrew Azzopardi’s radio programme axed by RTK103

NGOs welcome government and Opposition’s shift in position on Manoel Island

PM inaugurates state-of-the-art hangar at MIA

Ronaldo leads Portugal to Nations League final with its first win over Germany in 25 years

Malta registers 96 dangerous animals during government amnesty

Ta’ Qali sports village plans go before PA board on Thursday, NGO calls proposal ‘disproportionate'

Law report: Acceleration clauses in personal loan agreements in context of unfair terms directive

Government ‘continues to reject’ PN’s solutions to address cost of living crisis

PL MEP Bajada seals agreement on EU regulation to tackle non-sustainable fishing by third countries

PM Abela inaugurates expansion of the Trelleborg factory