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1 June 2025, Sunday

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‘A right to die can become a duty to die’, bishops say in strong stand against euthanasia

The right to die can become a duty to die, the bishops said Saturday in a strongly-worded pastoral letter against the introduction of assistant voluntary euthanasia. What is being proposed, the...

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

Paris Saint-Germain, Champions League winner. At long last the club that was transformed by Qatari billions and bought and sold a succession of the world's greatest players in an...

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30% of Gozo businesses report better conditions, 16% report worse activity

Thirty per cent of business in Gozo reported better conditions in March, with 16% saying the situation is worse. The Gozo Regional Development Authority, and the Gozo Business Chamber on Saturday...

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No more silence: Malta Women’s Lobby stands with Pearl Vella Haber after brother’s conviction

The Malta Women's Lobby on Saturday expressed its full support and solidarity with Pearl Vella Haber, who "has bravely shared her deeply personal account of lifelong abuse at the hands of a family...

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

Malta bagged a total of 55 medals at the Games of the Small States of Europe, which came to a close in Andorra today. Of these, 13 were gold medals, the highest ever number achieved by Malta in...

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Trump and Putin want to talk business once the Ukraine war ends. Here's why it won't be easy

Hundreds of foreign companies left Russia after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, including major U.S. firms like Coca-Cola, Nike, Starbucks, ExxonMobil and Ford Motor Co. But after more than...

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Road closed for traffic as car overturns on Naxxar Road, Birkirkara

A ride-hailing cab has overturned earlier on Saturday on Naxxar Road, Birkirkara. The Y-plate vehicle is shown to have overturned on its side just before a large supermarket nearby. The road...

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Robert Aquilina questioned by police over alleged domestic incident

Former Repubblika president Robert Aquilina has been questioned by the police over an alleged domestic incident. The altercation is believed to have taken place on Friday evening took place in...

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Malta registers 22% smoking rate in 2023, slightly lower than EU average

Malta reported a smoking rate of 22% in 2023, ranking 13th among EU member states when ordered from highest to lowest prevalence, according to statistics published Saturday by Eurostat and the...

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Momentum submits official position on assisted death to public consultation

Momentum today announced it has submitted its official response to the public consultation on assisted death. The submission outlines Momentum's position on this critical issue, presented as part...

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Dogs and cats can also suffer from allergies, but there are ways to help our furry friends

About five years ago, Gail Friedman noticed her Parson Russell Terrier was constantly licking his paws and seemed super uncomfortable. "The poor dog. I would put baby socks on his feet so that he...

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recent poll

A strong government

University autonomy

The paradox of euthanasia and palliative care

Alfred Sant

The National Labour Centre

Carmel Cacopardo

Euthanasia: a public discussion long overdue

Kevin Cassar

A state of terror

Darren Carabott

Prison inmates have a debt with society, their children don’t

Valerie Visanich

Killing me softly

Emmanuel J. Galea

Ferry jam: Gozo at a standstill

Mark Said

Promising heaven on earth

TMID Editorial: Politicians should work together on carrying capacity studies

The issue of carrying capacity studies has come to the fore again, and it is a proposal which one hopes would find general agreement across the board. There were two developments in this regard...

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‘We are where we are due to the PLPN’s complicity with speculators’, ADPD says

After thousands of people have shown that they wish to see Manoel Island become a public park, the PL and PN have already said that this wish is going to be ignored, just as they have been doing for...

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Standards Commissioner for the judiciary can be introduced through a simple majority – PM

A Standards Commissioner for the judiciary can be introduced through a simple majority, Prime Minister Robert Abela said. Speaking to the press, he referred to a constitutional reform bill that...

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Government debt up by more than €900m in April – NSO

At the end of April 2025, Central Government debt stood at €10,835.1 million, an increase of €908.0 million when compared to 2024, the NSO said Friday. The increase reported under Malta...

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Poland holds a pivotal presidential runoff influenced by Trump, the far right and the war in Ukraine

Poland is set to hold a presidential runoff election on Sunday between two candidates offering starkly different visions for the country's future. The winner will succeed...

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GSSE: Artistic swimming duo Culic, Grima Buttigieg net two gold medals; Beppe Grillo wins 200m

Thea Grima Buttigieg and Ana Culic were promoted to first place in the artistic swimming duet technical routine after Malta's protest against Friday's result was upheld by the organisers. It was...

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Social Plan for the Family launched, emphasises discussions on extending maternity, paternity leave

Prime Minister Robert Abela has launched the Social Plan for the Family 2025-2030: a strategic policy framework designed to support and empower families in all their forms. This plan sets...

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Government launches call for proposals for Obesity Research Programme

The Secretariat for Youth, Research and Innovation, through Xjenza Malta and in collaboration with the Ministry for Health and Active Ageing, has launched a call for proposals for the Obesity Research...

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Sports

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

GSSE: Artistic swimming duo Culic, Grima Buttigieg net two gold medals; Beppe Grillo wins 200m

Malta girls regain promotion to League B of the Nations League

GSSE: Gold for men’s team in table-tennis

Sasha Gatt swims to her second gold medal at GSSE, this time in Women’s 400m Freestyle category

Chelsea win Conference League to complete set of UEFA titles in liftoff for American owners

Updated: Youngster Sophie St John wins two more GSSE golds for Malta in gymnastics

Luke Galea secures Malta’s sixth GSSE gold, second in karate

Two more gold medals for Malta as first day of Small Nations Games draws to a close

Fully modernised ward at St Vincent de Paul reopens its doors to 30 elderly residents

Following extensive renovation works, the St Francis 2 ward within the St Vincent de Paul Residence has reopened its doors to 30 elderly residents, both men and women. Meanwhile, works are still...

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University of Malta hosts Research Expo 2025

The University of Malta is hosting the Research Expo 2025, bringing together under one roof a wide range of research and innovation projects that are paving the way towards a sustainable,...

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Improved working conditions for NCPE employees through new collective agreement

The National Commission for the Promotion of Equality (NCPE) and the General Workers' Union have signed a new collective agreement for NCPE employees, which will be in effect until 2030. The...

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Malta girls regain promotion to League B of the Nations League

A Haley Bugeja goal in the final stages of the first half was enough for Malta to beat Cyprus at the National Stadium at Ta' Qali to regain promotion to League B of the UEFA Nations League. This...

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Ivan Falzon to be appointed CEO of Gozo Regional Development Authority

Former Infrastructure Malta CEO Ivan Falzon is set to be appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of the Gozo Regional Development Authority (GRDA), the government announced Friday. His...

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Bernard Grech dismisses resignation rumours, says Labour is shifting its own problems to PN

Opposition Leader Bernard Grech has dismissed rumours, which he said were fuelled by the Labour Party, that he is set to resign imminently. ...

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PM, Finance Minister responsible for another record of debt, PN says

Despite the fact that Robert Abela's Government has failed to provide any solutions to the major problems faced by the Maltese and Gozitan people, including the rising cost of living, environmental...

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25.9% of children at risk of poverty or social exclusion

In 2024, 25.9% of children in Malta were at risk of poverty or social exclusion, data issued by Eurostat shows. This percentage is the highest since 2017, when it stood at over 27%. In 2020 it...

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PN blames government incompetence for extra 100 diesel buses instead of electric vehicles; PL reacts

Due to a direct decision by the Government to withdraw EU funds that were originally allocated to public transport, instead of 100 electric buses as promised in 2023, Malta has now seen the arrival of...

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Ministers visit local manufacturing company supporting energy-efficient buildings

Government-funded schemes are facilitating the production of energy-efficient solutions to promote sustainable households and buildings, the government said Friday. This support is leading to a...

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Business

BOV holds 51st Annual General Meeting

MFSA highlights shortcomings on Malta-licensed crypto websites to protect consumers online

Farsons Group reports strong performance, announces strategic milestones for future growth

HSBC Malta supports student career development through mock interviews at St Ignatius College

BOV to issue €100 million bond at 5% coupon rate

14 companies join FinanceMalta at Money 20/20 to promote Malta’s innovation

The MFSA enhances framework regulating company directors and secretaries

Boston Multi Family Office recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025

Malta is now a land of immigration

‘A right to die can become a duty to die’, bishops say in strong stand against euthanasia

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

30% of Gozo businesses report better conditions, 16% report worse activity

No more silence: Malta Women’s Lobby stands with Pearl Vella Haber after brother’s conviction

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

Trump and Putin want to talk business once the Ukraine war ends. Here's why it won't be easy

Road closed for traffic as car overturns on Naxxar Road, Birkirkara

Robert Aquilina questioned by police over alleged domestic incident

Malta registers 22% smoking rate in 2023, slightly lower than EU average

Momentum submits official position on assisted death to public consultation

Dogs and cats can also suffer from allergies, but there are ways to help our furry friends

TMID Editorial: Politicians should work together on carrying capacity studies

‘We are where we are due to the PLPN’s complicity with speculators’, ADPD says

Standards Commissioner for the judiciary can be introduced through a simple majority – PM

Government debt up by more than €900m in April – NSO

Poland holds a pivotal presidential runoff influenced by Trump, the far right and the war in Ukraine

GSSE: Artistic swimming duo Culic, Grima Buttigieg net two gold medals; Beppe Grillo wins 200m

Social Plan for the Family launched, emphasises discussions on extending maternity, paternity leave

Government launches call for proposals for Obesity Research Programme

GSSE: Gold for men’s team in table-tennis

‘We need a fresh industrial policy,’ Metsola says

Maksar gang trial: Prosecution continues with its concluding arguments

Silver coin commemorating 450th anniversary of the Sacra Infermeria launched

Fourth European Youth Work Convention concluded in Malta

NGOs launch petition demanding enforcement of regulations on dangerous animals and zoos

Israel accepts a US proposal for a temporary Gaza ceasefire and Hamas gives a cool response

PL has trampled on its own legacy and success – former PL MEP candidate

Manoel Island, Fort Chambray among projects to put some 2,500 luxury units on market

Fully modernised ward at St Vincent de Paul reopens its doors to 30 elderly residents

University of Malta hosts Research Expo 2025

Improved working conditions for NCPE employees through new collective agreement

Malta girls regain promotion to League B of the Nations League

Ivan Falzon to be appointed CEO of Gozo Regional Development Authority

Bernard Grech dismisses resignation rumours, says Labour is shifting its own problems to PN

PM, Finance Minister responsible for another record of debt, PN says

25.9% of children at risk of poverty or social exclusion

PN blames government incompetence for extra 100 diesel buses instead of electric vehicles; PL reacts

Ministers visit local manufacturing company supporting energy-efficient buildings

Malta participates in ‘Digital for All’ Erasmus+ project

TMID Editorial: Public sector employment

Chris Cardona tells trial why he never took action on claims he led 2015 Caruana Galizia murder plot

PN says it has no confidence in any agreement that had been negotiated by Konrad Mizzi

Woman gets conditional discharge after attempt to blackmail priest for €5,000

Prime Minister slams Opposition as Grech says PN voting against judicial constitutional reform