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11 July 2025, Friday

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Updated: Developers say Comino project will lower density, as NGOs file appeal

The Comino hotel project will be lowering density, reduce footprint and restore land, the developers insist in the wake of the appeal filed by various NGOs, contesting the Planning Authority's...

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83% of Maltese believe corruption is widespread in Malta, Special Eurobarometer finds

A Eurobarometer survey has found that 83% of Maltese believe that corruption is widespread across the Maltese islands. In contrast, 69% of respondents from other EU Member States, on average, believe...

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Council of Europe notes improvements at migrant centres, but criticises ‘carceral’ environment

A Council of Europe committee noted improvements in Malta's migrant open and closed centres - but also criticised an overly "carceral" environment, meaning that the environment being offered to those...

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Former PL government official speaks of 'wreckless squandering' by Minister Bonnici, PN says

The chaos within Labour continues to grow, the Nationalist Party said. "The accusations made by Neville Gafà against Minister Owen Bonnici have not been denied by Robert Abela. On the...

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JRS Malta and aditus welcome Council of Europe report ‘confirming concerns over detention conditions

Aditus and JRS Malta welcomed the recently published report by the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CPT). "The report...

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2025 Skolasajf launches with around 12,000 students

This year’s edition of Skolasajf has begun, with around 12,000 students attending, the Ministry for Education stated. The ministry said that this year’s Skolasajf is centred around...

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For the Labour Government, marketing comes before substance, PN says

On the same day that the National Statistics Office (NSO) announced that Malta's population has now surpassed 574,000 people - with one in every three people in Malta now being a foreigner - the...

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Labour 'admits PN was right on waste collection', PN says

The Nationalist Party has said that the Labour Party has finally admitted that the PN was right when it comes to waste collection. “Apart from traffic, our country has another major problem...

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Matthew Farrugia appointed as chairperson of the Sustainable Mobility Consultative Committee

The members and chairperson of the Sustainable Mobility Consultative Committee have been appointed, the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure, and Public Works stated, with Matthew Farrugia being...

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Young man dies in fall from hotel balcony

A young man died early this morning after falling from a hotel balcony, the police said Friday. The accident happened in Spinola Road, St Julian's, at 4am. The man, aged 25 from England,...

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Lilu King granted bail, again

Mohammed Ali Ahmed Elmushraty, also known as 'Lilu King', was once again granted bail subject to a number of conditions including a deposit of €40,000 as well as a personal guarantee to the tune...

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Blogs & Opinions

Owen Bonnici

Culture and the arts at the heart of our communities

Alfred Sant

Tobacco

Mark Said

Reflections on police day

Alfred Sant

The maritime sector

Kevin Cassar

Why Labour keeps winning (and why it might lose)

Emmanuel J. Galea

Gozo and Labour’s 2022 manifesto - Three years on

Darren Carabott

AFM: Underfunded, demotivated and mismanaged

Valerie Visanich

Surprise Surprise: The Labubu Lore

Carmel Cacopardo

Over-tourism: is it worth it?

Mark Said

The rising phenomenon of ‘situationship’

Process to reform Industrial Tribunal underway

The process leading to the reform of the Industrial Tribunal is now underway, the Parliamentary Secretariat for Social Dialogue announced on Friday. The goal of this reform is to ensure that...

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MEIA criticises low screening fees for local filmmakers at Mediterrane film festival

The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) has criticised the low screening fees for local filmmakers at the Mediterrane Film Festival, while noting the 'exorbitant fee paid to the...

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European allies step up plans for future Ukraine stabilization force, with US attending meeting

Countries prepared to provide troops for a post-ceasefire force in Ukraine agreed to set up a headquarters in Paris for a rapid deployment after hostilities end in Russia's war on its...

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Implementation of Labour Migration Policy to start from 1 August, with new controls

The first phase of Malta's new Labour Migration Policy will come into effect on 1 August, with 20 key measures set to be implemented as the government moves to tighten controls, fight abuse and...

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TMID Editorial: Sending the wrong message

Robert Abela's government is once again sending the wrong message, and once again it comes in relation to the case of the death of Jean Paul Sofia. Abela had already gotten himself into a public...

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Speaker Farrugia addresses parliamentary meeting on Ukraine’s recovery in Rome

The Speaker of the House of Representatives of Malta, Anġlu Farrugia, delivered two interventions today during the Parliamentary Meeting held in the margins of the 4th Ukraine Recovery Conference...

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latest comment from Angus Black, 11/07/2025 12:09: So refreshing to hear Anglu Farrugia advocating 'for the development of a strong legislative framework for public-private partnerships (PPPs)'. He should have said less and instead, distributed a copy of the PPP agreement signed by his government with Vitals/Steward and a subsequent 100 Million side-agreement to be paid to them by the Maltese taxpayers should the original unfulfilled agreement would be vitiated/annulled or in any way suspended by the Maltese authorities. Such agreement would have enlightened the audience how such agreements would be so advantageous to corrupt governments at the expense of their own hard working taxpayers.

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Conference League: Birkirkara win first leg with Acheampong strike

An Acheampomg goal early in the second half gave Birkirkara a slender but precious lead against Petrocub after the first leg of the first qualifying round of the Conference League. It was a...

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Population in Malta reaches nearly 575,000, up 1.9% - NSO

The estimated total population of Malta and Gozo at the end of 2024 stood at 574,250, up by 1.9 per cent when compared to the previous year, the NSO said Thursday. Males accounted for 53.1 per...

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Conference League: Birkirkara win first leg with Acheampong strike

Fabián Ruiz scores 2 goals and PSG rout Real Madrid 4-0 to reach Club World Cup final

Red Bull F1 team principal Christian Horner sacked after 20 years in charge

Neptunes WPSC dominates 2024/25 season with historic triumphs and record-breaking performances

Chelsea beat Fluminense 2-0 to reach Club World Cup final

Conference League: Jake Grech penalty gives Floriana slender lead

Lando Norris wins thrilling British Grand Prix in the rain to cut Oscar Piastri's F1 lead

Real Madrid beat Dortmund 3-2 after 3 stoppage-time goals, play PSG in Club World Cup semifinals

Doué and Dembélé score for PSG in 2-0 quarterfinal win over Bayern Munich at Club World Cup

Verstappen bests his F1 title rivals Piastri and Norris for British GP pole

‘Von der Leyen’s stance on Middle East kept me from ever giving a vote of confidence’ - Agius Saliba

Labour MEP Alex Agius Saliba confirmed on Thursday that he could not support the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen with a vote of confidence, due to her stance on the Middle...

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Updated: European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen comfortably survives a confidence vote

European Union lawmakers will hold a confidence vote Thursday on the head of the bloc's powerful executive arm, Ursula von der Leyen, with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán leading...

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latest comment from M Micallef, 10/07/2025 13:31: The outcome was so well known that it wasn't even news for the Maltese media before today! Wonder of wonders!

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Calamatta Cuschieri’s wealth management portfolio surpasses €600 million in assets

Nick Calamatta, co-CEO of Calamatta Cuschieri

"In the past ten years, we've seen a substantial rise in high-net-worth clients, both Maltese and foreign, many of whom are either residents or operate businesses in Malta. Many of them have...

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MFSA welcomes ESMA peer review on CASP authorisation and supervision

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) welcomed the publication of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Peer Review on Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) Authorisation and...

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In June, 923,374 passengers travelled through Malta International Airport

In June, 923,374 passengers travelled through Malta International Airport, with operations reaching their peak on Thursday 26th June. On this day, 35,571 passengers travelled on 218 flights to and...

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Council of Europe highlights poor physical condition of Malta’s ‘Victorian-era relic’ prison

A Council of Europe committee has highlighted the poor infrastructural condition of the Corradino Correctional Facility, describing it as "a relic of the Victorian era" which needs significant work in...

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PM delivers message of solidarity during Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome

Prime Minister Robert Abela delivered an address with a message of solidarity with the people of Ukraine during the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome. This conference, which brought together...

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Government hid that AFM’s newest patrol boat is out of action, PN says; PL responds

The PN said that it strongly condemns "the withholding of information" by the Ministry for Home Affairs, Security, and Employment regarding the state of the Armed Forces of Malta, and the Government's...

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latest comment from Angus Black, 11/07/2025 11:51: The PL's response to Darren Carabott's revelations about the P71 performance, or better, the lack of, is short and very unconvincing! Can the PM and/or his minions tell Parliament when the P71 was last in active service? A simple statement from the PM/Minister would go a long way towards determining whether Darren Carabott was telling the uncomfortable truth. Considering the PL's recent and not so recent record of half truths, outright lies, U-turns and fake news, one tends to believe Darren Carabott's version over the PL's drivel.

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Planning Authority to sanction irregularities at Montekristo once €1.8 million is paid

The Polidano group welcomed today's decision by the Planning Authority to approve the changes made over the years at Montekristo Estate in Hal Farrug, which has worked hard to establish itself as...

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latest comment from RF, 10/07/2025 14:07: Illegalities should never be sanctioned for any amount let alone for a pittance. How much of it will actually be paid? I am proud to have never set foot in that ostentatious structure not even when invited to friends' events. Golden gate next to industrial estate. What bad taste!

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78-year-old grievously injured after being hit by car

A 78-year-old man from Siġġiewi was taken to Mater Dei Hospital at around 6.30am on Thursday after being injured in a traffic accident in Triq Dun Manwel Zammit,...

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Business

MFSA welcomes ESMA peer review on CASP authorisation and supervision

Calamatta Cuschieri’s wealth management portfolio surpasses €600 million in assets

Infrastructure at Goldman Sachs Alternatives completes acquisition of Melita Limited

Malta leads discussion on digital transformation and emerging risks in insurance

APS Talk sheds light on bird conservation in Malta

BOV and University of Malta seal five-year strategic collaboration

Concept Stadium marks seven years of continued support for Hospice Malta

Kebab Factory Welcomes Bolt Drivers with Exclusive In-Store Savings

Malta’s Aki to launch in London this September

A leaders’ perspective to AI: Realising its full potential at the workplace

Updated: Developers say Comino project will lower density, as NGOs file appeal

83% of Maltese believe corruption is widespread in Malta, Special Eurobarometer finds

Council of Europe notes improvements at migrant centres, but criticises ‘carceral’ environment

Former PL government official speaks of 'wreckless squandering' by Minister Bonnici, PN says

JRS Malta and aditus welcome Council of Europe report ‘confirming concerns over detention conditions

2025 Skolasajf launches with around 12,000 students

For the Labour Government, marketing comes before substance, PN says

Labour 'admits PN was right on waste collection', PN says

Matthew Farrugia appointed as chairperson of the Sustainable Mobility Consultative Committee

Young man dies in fall from hotel balcony

Lilu King granted bail, again

Process to reform Industrial Tribunal underway

MEIA criticises low screening fees for local filmmakers at Mediterrane film festival

European allies step up plans for future Ukraine stabilization force, with US attending meeting

Implementation of Labour Migration Policy to start from 1 August, with new controls

TMID Editorial: Sending the wrong message

Speaker Farrugia addresses parliamentary meeting on Ukraine’s recovery in Rome

Conference League: Birkirkara win first leg with Acheampong strike

Population in Malta reaches nearly 575,000, up 1.9% - NSO

In June, 923,374 passengers travelled through Malta International Airport

78-year-old grievously injured after being hit by car

Britain and France try again to tackle English Channel migrant crossings

Opposition backs government proposal to protect public officials in civil cases

PL MP calls for rubbish to be collected twice daily in summer as Sliema faces garbage crisis

EU rule of law report finds Malta still lagging behind on key reforms, Repubblika says

Biker grievously injured in Regional Road accident

Standards Commissioner says abuse by persons holding state office should be a criminal offence

Over 2,000 employees work remotely or through teleworking in 6 ministries

‘Von der Leyen’s stance on Middle East kept me from ever giving a vote of confidence’ - Agius Saliba

Updated: European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen comfortably survives a confidence vote

Calamatta Cuschieri’s wealth management portfolio surpasses €600 million in assets

MFSA welcomes ESMA peer review on CASP authorisation and supervision

In June, 923,374 passengers travelled through Malta International Airport

Council of Europe highlights poor physical condition of Malta’s ‘Victorian-era relic’ prison

PM delivers message of solidarity during Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome

Government hid that AFM’s newest patrol boat is out of action, PN says; PL responds

Planning Authority to sanction irregularities at Montekristo once €1.8 million is paid

78-year-old grievously injured after being hit by car

Moratorium on sea urchin collection extended by another two years

The Labour Government wants to silence those who appeal planning decisions – PN

Fabián Ruiz scores 2 goals and PSG rout Real Madrid 4-0 to reach Club World Cup final

Burning of fossil fuels caused 1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave, study estimates

Former PL secretary Jimmy Magro arraigned for fraud

Red Bull F1 team principal Christian Horner sacked after 20 years in charge