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European Commission’s case against Malta’s golden passport’s scheme to be decided next week

The European Court of Justice is set to decide on the European Commission's case against Malta's citizenship-by-investment scheme on Tuesday. Malta's citizenship-by-investment scheme - which is...

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Thousands rush to St Peter's Square for Pope Francis' funeral, a ceremony he helped reimagine

Tens of thousands of people poured into St. Peter's Square starting at dawn Saturday to honor Pope Francis with a farewell ceremony reflecting his priorities as pope and wishes as pastor:...

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Schembri public aides carry out constituency work, but ethics breach not proven

Economy Minister Silvio Schembri was found to have used taxpayer-funded persons of trust for constituency work, but the parliamentary Standards Commissioner concluded there is insufficient evidence to...

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In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn't he return?

Jorge Mario Bergoglio, born in Buenos Aires, never set foot in his homeland after becoming Pope Francis in 2013. That left many of the faithful in Argentina feeling puzzled and snubbed by the...

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Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

Pope Francis chose his place of burial in St. Mary Major Basilica, near an icon of the Madonna that he revered, because it reflects his "humble, simple and essential'' life, the...

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Maksar gang trial - Prison call tapping led investigators to Melvin Theuma, jury hears

The jury trial of brothers Robert and Adrian Agius, known as the 'Ta' Maksar' brothers, along with Jamie Vella and George Degiorgio who are accused of the murders of investigative journalist Daphne...

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A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican

Hours after Pope Francis' death was announced, Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a short message on X: "Rest in peace, Pope Francis. May his memory be a blessing." Several hours later, it was...

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Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal, dies

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died. She was 41. Giuffre...

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About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

More than 250,000 people paid their last respects to Pope Francis over three days of public viewing by ordinary mourners, church and political leaders that ended Friday, when his coffin was...

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Inauguration of a winch room and service pillars at St Thomas Bay

The Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Animal Rights, Alicia Bugeja Said, inaugurated a new infrastructural project at Marsaskala Port. The project includes a Winch Room and...

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Trump and Zelenskyy among dignitaries converging on Rome for funeral of Pope Francis

Heads of state and royalty will start converging on Rome on Friday for the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican's St. Peter's Square, but the group of poor people who will meet his...

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BCRS addresses video of man cheating machine, says such acts constitute theft

BCRS Malta Ltd has stated that it is aware of a post circulating on social media depicting a man repeatedly violating the regulations and intended use of one of its machines. The man in the video...

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Pope Francis saw environmental and climate issues as moral concerns

Few moments in Pope Francis' papacy better exemplify his understanding of climate change and the need to address it than the rain-soaked Mass he celebrated in Tacloban, Philippines, in...

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Have you seen this man?

The police are looking for Vilson Zhuka, who is wanted in relation to an ongoing investigation. Anyone with any information, is asked to contact the Police by sending a message via this page or...

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Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much

The papacy of Pope Francis ended with the same core doctrine for LGBTQ+ people that he inherited: The Catholic Church still rejected same-sex marriage and condemned any sexual relations...

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Government debt at nearly €10.8 billion at end March – NSO

At the end of March 2025, Central Government debt stood at €10,794.1 million, an increase of €844.4 million when compared to 2024, the NSO said Friday. The increase reported under Malta...

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President leaves for Rome, Speaker to serve as Acting President

President Myriam Spiteri Debono left Malta this morning for Rome, where she will be attending the funeral of Pope Francis tomorrow. She will return on Sunday. In her absence, Speaker Anglu...

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Tuna fishing season begins

The tuna fishing season has begun, with the first tuna catch having been brought into St Paul's Bay on Wednesday, the Parliamentary Secretariat for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Animal Rights...

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Acting President Anglu Farrugia attends Anzac Day commemoration

Acting President of Malta Anglu Farrugia attended the Anzac Day commemoration on Friday at the military cemetery in Pieta, the Office of the President stated. Farrugia was welcomed by Australian...

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Liverpool must wait to clinch Premier League title after Arsenal draw with Palace

Milan ruin Inter's treble bid with derby win to reach Italian Cup final

Man City score late winner to beat Aston Villa 2-1 and boost Champions League hopes

Inter struggle at Bologna again and are left level with Napoli atop Serie A

Liverpool need one more win to secure the Premier League title after beating Leicester 1-0

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead

McTominay meets Conte's demand and lifts Napoli level with Serie A leader Inter

Unheralded O'Reilly stars again for Man City as Villa thrash Newcastle in Premier League

Max Verstappen takes pole in Saudi Arabian qualifying after Lando Norris crashes

Archbishop Scicluna to attend funeral of Pope Francis

Archbishop Charles Scicluna leaves Malta today to attend the funeral Mass of His Holiness Pope Francis, which will be held tomorrow, at 10am in St Peter's Square at the Vatican, the archdiocese said...

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Public Works to undertake regeneration project at the Parish Centre in Safi

From a neglected Parish Centre in Safi, the Department of Public Works will be working on a holistic regeneration project for the Centre, aiming to restore it as the natural hub for the Safi...

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TMID Editorial: Urban spaces and green projects

It was good to hear that the government's major urban greening proposals are still on the cards, although some plans have changed. During an interview published in The Malta Independent on...

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Pope's doctor recounts Francis' last moments in newspaper interview

Pope Francis' doctor found the pontiff with his eyes open and breathing normally, but unresponsive when he was called to the Vatican early Monday morning, the Italian newspaper Corriere della...

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Malta pays its last respects to Francis Zammit Dimech

The funeral of Francis Zammit Dimech, Acting President, and former Nationalist Minister and MP, was held on Thursday afternoon at the Balluta Parish Church in St Julian's. Zammit Dimech, who was...

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NGOs denounce re-appointment of Perit Elizabeth Ellul as chairperson of a Planning Commission

A coalition of environmental non-governmental organizations on Friday raised serious concerns regarding the recent re-appointment of Perit Elizabeth Ellul as Chairperson of a Planning Commission that...

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Malta Public Transport to provide special services for Festa Frawli and Fireworks Festival

Malta Public Transport is announcing special public transport arrangements for the upcoming Festa Frawli and Fireworks Festival events. For those planning to visit the Festa Frawli in Mġarr,...

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Trial of Maksar brothers, Jamie Vella, George Degiorgio over Chircop, Caruana Galizia murders begins

A jury has been selected and proceedings have officially begun in the trial of four men accused of the murders of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia and lawyer Carmel Chircop. The...

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Updated: Planning Authority approves development of hotel and bungalows on Comino

The proposed development of a 140-bed hotel and 16 bungalows was approved by the Planning Authority on Thursday, with the vote passing 8-1, despite the Ghajnsielem Local Council declaring that they...

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latest comment from John, 24/04/2025 19:06: Absolutely every environmental group representing the country’s citizens said don’t do it but government says go ahead. Is there any place you won’t ruin? Please God if you do exist kindly save us from Bob the builder and friends!

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St James Hospital targeted by ‘sophisticated’ cyber attack

St James Hospital Group on Thursday said that it had been the target of a “sophisticated cyber-attack” which was immediately contained. In a statement, the company which runs St James...

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Government debt at nearly €10.8 billion at end March – NSO

BOV launches Investment Funds Campaign

PM Abela announces novel policy initiative to provide support to innovative startups

MaltaPost to issue special stamp dedicated to Pope Francis on Saturday

Nearly 81,000 foreigners study English in Malta in 2024 - NSO

RS2 bids for HSBC Malta, aims to revive Mid-Med Bank brand

Finance Minister says HSBC Malta takeover ‘cannot take forever’

BOV champions sustainability on Earth Day 2025

New €8 million bypass to be built between Zabbar and Kalkara

Ride a flying carpet to 2050

European Commission’s case against Malta’s golden passport’s scheme to be decided next week

Thousands rush to St Peter's Square for Pope Francis' funeral, a ceremony he helped reimagine

Schembri public aides carry out constituency work, but ethics breach not proven

In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn't he return?

Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

Maksar gang trial - Prison call tapping led investigators to Melvin Theuma, jury hears

A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal, dies

About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

Inauguration of a winch room and service pillars at St Thomas Bay

Trump and Zelenskyy among dignitaries converging on Rome for funeral of Pope Francis

BCRS addresses video of man cheating machine, says such acts constitute theft

Pope Francis saw environmental and climate issues as moral concerns

Have you seen this man?

Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much

Government debt at nearly €10.8 billion at end March – NSO

President leaves for Rome, Speaker to serve as Acting President

Tuna fishing season begins

Acting President Anglu Farrugia attends Anzac Day commemoration

No injuries in Gzira explosion

‘Halal is not the problem, our exaggerated consumption of meat is’ – Animal Welfare Commissioner

Vatican keeps St Peter's open all night for public viewing of Pope Francis due to strong turnout

Health Ministry launches national palliative care strategy for next ten years

PM Abela announces novel policy initiative to provide support to innovative startups

Court rules in favour of Jason Azzopardi in abortion libel case

Stivala loses libel case against Cassola

Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg co-chairs the inaugural session of the Malta-UAE Joint Commission

Nearly 81,000 foreigners study English in Malta in 2024 - NSO

Archbishop Scicluna to attend funeral of Pope Francis

Public Works to undertake regeneration project at the Parish Centre in Safi

TMID Editorial: Urban spaces and green projects

Pope's doctor recounts Francis' last moments in newspaper interview

Malta pays its last respects to Francis Zammit Dimech

NGOs denounce re-appointment of Perit Elizabeth Ellul as chairperson of a Planning Commission

Malta Public Transport to provide special services for Festa Frawli and Fireworks Festival

Trial of Maksar brothers, Jamie Vella, George Degiorgio over Chircop, Caruana Galizia murders begins

Updated: Planning Authority approves development of hotel and bungalows on Comino

St James Hospital targeted by ‘sophisticated’ cyber attack

MaltaPost to issue special stamp dedicated to Pope Francis on Saturday

TMID Editorial: Supporting children beyond the family home

Residents strongly oppose Magħtab incinerator during public consultation meeting

Updated: Former PL secretary general Jimmy Magro found guilty of corruption

President, Prime Minister, Opposition Leader to attend Pope’s funeral

Man pleads guilty to killing Żurrieq jeweller in 2023 burglary