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31 May 2025, Saturday

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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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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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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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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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‘We need a fresh industrial policy,’ Metsola says

Malta need a fresh industrial policy, one that brings AI into the picture, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said. She discussed how it can be made easier for Maltese businesses to...

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Silver coin commemorating 450th anniversary of the Sacra Infermeria launched

The Central Bank of Malta, in collaboration with the Mediterranean Conference Centre, has launched a commemorative silver coin marking the 450th anniversary of the construction of the historic Sacra...

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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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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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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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Maksar gang trial: Prosecution continues with its concluding arguments

Prosecutors on Friday continued delivering its closing address to jurors in a trial of the 4 men charged with the murder of Caruana Galizia and Chircop. The trial has now been going on for more...

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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

Fourth European Youth Work Convention concluded in Malta

The fourth European Youth Work Convention, which was held at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta, has successfully concluded following three days of discussions, workshops, and exchanges...

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

Israel has accepted a new U.S. proposal for a temporary ceasefire with Hamas, the White House said Thursday. U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, expressed optimism earlier...

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

A new wave of high-end residential developments is set to inject over 2,500 luxury units into Malta's property market over the coming years, an industry panel event heard earlier this month. The...

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TMID Editorial: Public sector employment

The number of registered full-time workers in the public sector has risen from 47,687 in December 2018 to 53,529 in December 2024, data from the National Statistics Office shows. This means that in...

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

Vuci ghall-Annimali (Voice for Animals) and Animal Liberation Malta have launched a petition demanding the enforcement of Malta's dangerous animals and zoo regulations, the NGOs stated on...

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

Somewhere along the way in the last decade, the Labour Party "began trampling on its own legacy and success," former Labour MEP candidate Clint Azzopardi Flores writes today. In his column on The...

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latest comment from Anne R Key, 29/05/2025 11:01: As if this government gives two hoots about Meritocracy! It made it their mission to destroy academics and professionals and have them replaced by absolute nincompoops - elevating same to Senior Managers and Directors. And people still wonder as to why this massive brain drain is taking place - USTHU!

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Malta participates in ‘Digital for All’ Erasmus+ project

Malta is participating as a national partner in the Erasmus+ 2023 'Digital for All' project, a government statement said. This initiative aims to improve digital literacy among persons with...

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

Former government minister Chris Cardona on Thursday testified before a jury trial and told jurors why he had never taken action against claims that he was responsible for a plot to assassinate...

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Sports

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

Sasha Gatt swims her way to Malta’s third GSSE gold

Malta nets second gold in Andorra GSSEs as Women’s Doubles team triumphs in table tennis

Malta wins first gold medal at Small Nations Games 2025 as Jessica Vella triumphs in karate

Man City, Chelsea and Newcastle secure Champions League spots as angry Villa miss out

Juventus secure Champions League berth with wild win at relegated Venezia

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

The PN said that it has no confidence in any agreement that had been negotiated by Konrad Mizzi. The Opposition referred to media reports which state that the Government has sold its shares in...

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

Prime Minister Robert Abela launched a tirade directed towards Opposition leader Bernard Grech on Wednesday evening after the PN head declared that his Nationalist Party intends to vote against the...

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latest comment from ACassar, 29/05/2025 12:22: Way to go. Two can play at the same game.

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GDP rises 5.4% in first quarter of 2025 – NSO

Provisional estimates indicate that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the first quarter of 2025 amounted to €5.5 billion, registering an increase of €283.5 million, or 5.4 per cent, when...

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Official: Lands moves from Zrinzo Azzopardi to Bonnici, as Byron Camilleri stays put

Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri is set to be moved away from the Home Ministry as part of a Cabinet reshuffle expected to be announced today, The Malta Independent has learnt. Camilleri has...

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latest comment from Steve Magri, 29/05/2025 03:37: Did zrinzo’s planned land registry reform irk some people ?

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Malta made significant progress in managing irregular migration in recent years, minister says

Malta made significant progress in managing irregular migration in recent years, Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment Byron Camilleri said. Minister Camilleri held a meeting with Dr...

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

A 62-year-old woman from Luqa was handed a conditional discharge after admitting in court to attempting to blackmail a priest for €5,000 by threatening to spread false rumours about him. The...

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

Swimmer Sasha Gatt won her second gold medal at the Small Nations Games. She came first in the Women's 400m Freestyle swimming with a time of 4:17.52. She won her first gold medal on...

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Bernard Grech calls for greater investment in University research facilities

PN Leader Bernard Grech visited Latnija Cave in Mellieħa, and called for the necessary investment to be made in the Department of Archaeology at the University of Malta - now that this site is...

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Metsola reaffirms commitment to Transatlantic Alliance and Strategic Agreement with the USA

President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola underlined the urgency and responsibility of both the EU and the US to reach a balanced and forward-looking deal. "We are working until the...

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Government issues precautionary notice regarding Vitamin D supplement ‘FOLIDI’

As a precautionary measure, the Environmental Health Directorate notice said that individuals who are currently in possession of the vitamin D supplement "FOLIDI" are strongly advised not to consume...

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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

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

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

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

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

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

‘We need a fresh industrial policy,’ Metsola says

Silver coin commemorating 450th anniversary of the Sacra Infermeria launched

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

25.9% of children at risk of poverty or social exclusion

Ivan Falzon to be appointed CEO of Gozo Regional Development Authority

Maksar gang trial: Prosecution continues with its concluding arguments

Fourth European Youth Work Convention concluded in Malta

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

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

TMID Editorial: Public sector employment

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

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

Malta participates in ‘Digital for All’ Erasmus+ project

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

90% of CEOs report high workload, 77% high stress, study reveals at leadership wellbeing conference

TMID Editorial: Labour’s European judge nomination crisis

7th edition of the Saving Our Blue Campaign launched

Minister Attard highlights importance of competitive, stable, and sustainable property market

Federal court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law

Two areas in Sant’Antnin Park fitted with sports circuits for children

Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration after leading effort to slash federal government

Alpine village is largely destroyed when a Swiss glacier collapses

Agreement signed to provide direct support to children and young people with disabilities

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

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

GDP rises 5.4% in first quarter of 2025 – NSO

Official: Lands moves from Zrinzo Azzopardi to Bonnici, as Byron Camilleri stays put

Malta made significant progress in managing irregular migration in recent years, minister says

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

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

Bernard Grech calls for greater investment in University research facilities

Metsola reaffirms commitment to Transatlantic Alliance and Strategic Agreement with the USA

Government issues precautionary notice regarding Vitamin D supplement ‘FOLIDI’

‘Newcastle Disease now under control,’ Agriculture Minister Anton Refalo affirms

Robert Abela bows to pressure from his own ministers, PN says

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

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

Malta set to receive al-Najjar family as soon as they are fit to travel – PM

Get ready for several years of killer heat, top weather forecasters warn