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Speaker again says citizens should be given remedy when parliamentary privilege is abused

The Speaker of the House of Representatives again said - as he has said several times since being appointed to the post - that the time has come for Maltese citizens to have a right to remedy when a...

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Man dies after being caught between two vehicles

A man has died after being caught between two vehicles on Saturday, the police said. The accident took place at 7.30am in the Hal Far industrial estate. The police were called for assistance...

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Blue Lagoon still 'choked' as no enforcement system in place to cap limit - Graffitti

The Blue Lagoon on Comino is still under threat as no enforcement system is in place to limit visitors, as promised by the government, NGO Graffitti said Saturday. Minister Ian Borg promised that...

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How the Vatican manages money and where Pope Leo XIV might find more

The world's smallest country has a big budget problem. The Vatican doesn't tax its residents or issue bonds. It primarily finances the Catholic Church's central government through donations that...

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Political trust and engagement among Maltese hits record low - State of the Nation survey

Public interest in politics has plummeted to its lowest point in five years, with just 30.8% of Maltese saying that politics is important in their lives, down from 48.3% in 2021. At the same...

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latest comment from ACassar, 07/06/2025 05:39: Live entertainment and reality shows are the food for many. Lejber knows this very well and readily provides them, ensuring distraction from valid politics in the process. PN, please note.

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It’s not criminal to be homeless, ADPD says

Having a roof over your head is a right. But in a capitalist society like Malta, this right is also subject to speculation, ADPD said Saturday. There is no control over rent and the...

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Aġenzija Żgħażagħ opens space in Gozo to help and promote youth participation

Aġenzija Żgħażagħ has inaugurated a new space in Gozo where this agency intends to continue assisting and promoting active participation amongst Gozitan youths. This...

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Musk could lose billions of dollars depending on how spat with Trump unfolds

The world's richest man could lose billions in his fight with world's most powerful politician. The feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump could mean Tesla's plans for self-driving...

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TMID Editorial - Electoral district changes: Striking a balance between fairness and familiarity

Malta's electoral map is set for a shake-up. As Parliament gears up to debate the Electoral Commission's proposed redistricting plans, the nation faces a familiar, yet deeply consequential issue: how...

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Politics must place people at the centre – Bernard Grech at State of the Nation conference

During the fifth national conference for the State of the Nation survey on Friday afternoon, Opposition leader Bernard Grech called for a fundamental change in how politics is conducted in Malta....

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Government must continue to invest more vigorously in education, Prime Minister says

There must be a continued and vigorous investment in education, which is the best tool to see more people in Malta succeeding and for children to be able to seize the best economic opportunities and...

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Ministry announces €1 million investment into vehicles that can suppress grassfires

The Ministry for Home Affairs has announced an investment of €1 million into the Civil Protection Department for 10 vehicles designed to fight grassfires in the countryside. Through this...

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Marsascala Primary School hosts animal protection awareness activity

An activity was organised at Marsascala Primary School to raise awareness about animal welfare with young students. The Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries, Aquaculture and Animal Rights, Alicia...

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Joseph Cuschieri must be removed immediately from his post as CEO of Project Green, PN says

The Nationalist Party is calling for the removal of Joseph Cuschieri from the post of Oroject Green CEO after the Court of Appeal today confirmed the ruling handed down last September by the...

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latest comment from RF, 06/06/2025 15:26: He will probably be removed from Project Green and soon given another phantom but plum job elsewhere. He has been through it already from MGA to MFSA to Project Green.

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Haaland scores again as Norway crush Italy in World Cup qualifier and Croatia cruise

Erling Haaland scored and Norway humbled Italy 3-0 for the first time in 25 years in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup on Friday. Haaland collected a through ball from playmaker Martin Odegaard...

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Archdiocese raises €31,485 in aid of Myanmar, over €700,000 in 3 years

The Archdiocese of Malta announced that over a period of eight weeks, the Maltese and Gozitan people have raised €31,485 for the people of Myanmar who have been suffering greatly following a...

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Joseph Fenech to be inaugural CEO of Projects Gozo Ltd

The Ministry for Gozo and Planning has announced that Joseph Fenech will be the inaugural CEO of Projects Gozo Ltd. Once set up and functioning, Projects Gozo will be focused on managing and...

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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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latest comment from Santana, 05/06/2025 20:50: When will the mastermind, plotters and initiator undergo trials?

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‘Project Greed’ continues to fatten the pockets of Abela’s friends, PN says

Robert Abela has never shied away from using public funds to reward those who serve his interests, and now he has done it again with Daniel Micallef, the Nationalist Party said Friday. Abela is...

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latest comment from joe tedesco, 06/06/2025 12:20: THE PL GOVERNMENT IS EQUAL TO PROJECT GREED.

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Haaland scores again as Norway crush Italy in World Cup qualifier and Croatia cruise

Yamal outshines Ballon d’Or contenders as Spain beats France 5-4 in Nations League semifinal

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

Villa Rosa review fails to hide ‘shameless attempt to line the pockets of Tal-Franċiż’ – NGOs

Nine organisations strongly condemned the proposed Villa Rosa Local Plan review, describing it as “nothing more than a blueprint for large-scale overdevelopment disguised as a planning...

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latest comment from adrian borg cardona, 06/06/2025 12:25: More gifts by Robert Abela to labour's friends and donors.

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RSF calls for full justice and measures to protect journalists after Daphne murder verdict

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has called upon the Maltese authorities for full justice and strong measures to protect journalists, following the new conviction for the murder of Daphne Caruana...

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61-year-old man suffers serious injuries after falling off ladder in Lija

A 61-year-old man from Mqabba has suffered serious injuries after falling off a ladder in Lija. The man fell from around a storey high at around 10am in Triq Santa Mansweta, Lija. The ladder he...

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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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Violent turbulence hits a Ryanair flight in Germany, forcing an emergency landing and injuring 9

Severe storms in southern Germany forced a Ryanair flight to make an emergency landing late Wednesday after violent turbulence injured nine people on board, German police said in a statement...

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People are left queuing while Abela squanders public health funds, PN says

Robert Abela and Finance Minister Clyde Caruana must immediately answer for the reckless squandering of funds in what is supposed to be the public health sector, the Nationalist Party said...

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Man dies after falling from roof of his house

A 67-year-old man died early on Friday morning after falling from the roof of his house, police said in a statement. Police said that it was informed of a request for an assistance in a residence...

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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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Humanitarian vessel on aid mission to Gaza rescues 4 migrants at sea; dozens returned to Libya

A ship carrying activists, including Greta Thunberg, to Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid rescued four migrants on Thursday after they had jumped into the sea from another vessel to avoid being...

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Trump and Musk break up, and Washington holds its breath

Maybe it was always going to end this way, with two billionaires angrily posting about each other on social media, fingers flying across pocket-sized screens as their incandescent feud burned hotter...

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Business

Chamber of Engineers highlights Malta’s aerospace ambitions at 32nd Annual Conference

Sicily shows no signs of over-tourism, unlike Malta

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

Speaker again says citizens should be given remedy when parliamentary privilege is abused

Man dies after being caught between two vehicles

Blue Lagoon still 'choked' as no enforcement system in place to cap limit - Graffitti

How the Vatican manages money and where Pope Leo XIV might find more

Political trust and engagement among Maltese hits record low - State of the Nation survey

It’s not criminal to be homeless, ADPD says

Aġenzija Żgħażagħ opens space in Gozo to help and promote youth participation

Musk could lose billions of dollars depending on how spat with Trump unfolds

TMID Editorial - Electoral district changes: Striking a balance between fairness and familiarity

Politics must place people at the centre – Bernard Grech at State of the Nation conference

Government must continue to invest more vigorously in education, Prime Minister says

Ministry announces €1 million investment into vehicles that can suppress grassfires

Marsascala Primary School hosts animal protection awareness activity

Joseph Cuschieri must be removed immediately from his post as CEO of Project Green, PN says

Haaland scores again as Norway crush Italy in World Cup qualifier and Croatia cruise

Archdiocese raises €31,485 in aid of Myanmar, over €700,000 in 3 years

Joseph Fenech to be inaugural CEO of Projects Gozo Ltd

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

‘Project Greed’ continues to fatten the pockets of Abela’s friends, PN says

Call for a just, compassionate response to homelessness

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

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

State of neglect creates eyesores in Marsalforn

Application for Ta’ Qali Sports Village withdrawn

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

Yamal outshines Ballon d’Or contenders as Spain beats France 5-4 in Nations League semifinal

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

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

Villa Rosa review fails to hide ‘shameless attempt to line the pockets of Tal-Franċiż’ – NGOs

RSF calls for full justice and measures to protect journalists after Daphne murder verdict

61-year-old man suffers serious injuries after falling off ladder in Lija

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

Violent turbulence hits a Ryanair flight in Germany, forcing an emergency landing and injuring 9

People are left queuing while Abela squanders public health funds, PN says

Man dies after falling from roof of his house

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

Humanitarian vessel on aid mission to Gaza rescues 4 migrants at sea; dozens returned to Libya

Trump and Musk break up, and Washington holds its breath

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

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

Jurors start to deliberate on Caruana Galizia and Chircop murders

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

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

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