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27 March 2025, Thursday

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Azzopardi presses for inquiry into Gozo Minister as judge is reminded of past ruling

The judge presiding over Jason Azzopardi's appeal for an investigation into Gozo Minister Clint Camilleri was confronted with her own ruling from two decades ago, when she had triggered a magisterial...

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Auditor General to investigate the Magħtab waste incinerator contract

The Auditor General has accepted a request made by Opposition Members in Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to investigate the public call process for the waste incinerator project in...

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Health worker describes ‘shock’ incident that killed nursing aide

A health worker who was in an ambulance which hit and killed a man last May described his shock when he felt the "bang" while assisting an elderly person inside the cabin of the vehicle. Eric...

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French president says not all European allies agree on a proposed force for Ukraine

France and Britain will continue to forge ahead with plans to deploy troops in Ukraine to secure an eventual peace deal with Russia but only some other nations want to take part, French President...

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Din l-Art Ħelwa deeply concerned regarding 'recent threats directed at BirdLife'

Din l-Art Ħelwa (DLH) has expressed deep concern regarding the recent threats and acts of intimidation directed at BirdLife Malta, a dedicated conservation organisation committed to the...

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Claim that opportunity exists for government to terminate Manoel Island concession is false – MIDI

The claim that the development of Manoel Island is at a crossroad and that the opportunity exists for Government to terminate MIDI's concession is false and misleading, MIDI said in a...

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Geologists file judicial protest demanding to be included in BCA consultative council

The Chamber of Geologists has filed a judicial protest, demanding to be included in the Building and Construction Authority's consultative council. The judicial protest was signed by lawyer Mark...

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Updated: Tourist submarine sinks off Egypt's coast, leaving 6 dead, while 38 are rescued

Six people died and nine others were injured after a tourist submarine sank in the popular Egyptian Red Sea destination of Hurghada, two municipal officials said Thursday. They were speaking on...

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PM visits Santa Marija Community Rehabilitation Programme for drug and alcohol abuse

Prime Minister Robert Abela visited the Santa Marija Community, where a rehabilitation programme provides support for individuals struggling with substance dependence, including drugs and...

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20% of the Msida Creek Project Completed, government says

20% of the Msida Creek project is complete, just over four months after work began, Minister for Transport, Infrastructure, and Public Works Chris Bonett said. The work, which is divided into...

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Residents treated for smoke inhalation after Fgura fire

A number of persons were treated for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in a residence in Fgura on Thursday, the police said. The fire broke out just after 6am in a residence in Cospicua...

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The Malta Airport Foundation sponsors the restoration of the Siege Bell Memorial

The Malta Airport Foundation is supporting Heritage Malta with the restoration of the Siege Bell Memorial in Valletta through the sponsorship of works on the second phase of an ongoing...

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Record number of 21 Maltese successfully treks to Everest Base Camp together

A group of 21 Maltese trekkers have achieved a remarkable feat by collectively reaching Everest Base Camp, marking the largest Maltese expedition to accomplish this challenge. Led by Ryan Mex by...

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Only migrants who qualify for asylum status merit stronger protection, PM says

Only migrants who qualify for asylum status deserve protection from a human rights point of view, Prime Minister Robert Abela said. Fielding journalists' questions after stating that the European...

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latest comment from Paul bermon, 27/03/2025 08:20: When MaltaToday asked him to clarify who exactly merits having their human rights strengthened, which Abela replied, "Those who merit asylum." So Bob the Builder will decide? he is on the slippery path to oblivion

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Macron says a proposed European force for Ukraine could 'respond' if attacked by Russia

French President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that a proposed European armed force for possible deployment in Ukraine in tandem with an eventual peace deal could "respond" to a Russian attack if...

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Woman jailed after pleading guilty to importing 1kg of cocaine

A woman from Brazil was sentenced to five and a half years in jail after she pleaded guilty to importing one kilogramme of cocaine in her stomach and genitals. Tainara Fernandes Da Silva, 22,...

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40% reduction in complaints over a two-year period for the Cleansing and Maintenance Division

During a conference organised by the Cleansing and Maintenance Division for local councils, it was explained that more than 870 residential streets are being cleaned daily. Present at the...

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Watch: BirdLife Malta submits request for protection to Police Commissioner

BirdLife Malta has submitted a formal request for police protection to Police Commissioner Angelo Gafa following "escalating threats and intimidation", the NGO stated on Wednesday. Speaking...

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latest comment from Joe Tabone Adami, 27/03/2025 06:36: And, barefacedly enough, FKNK is accusing Birdlife of hindering it from taking 'necessary action' against those among the 'scientific researchers' members who break the laws! Whom do you think you are kidding, mister??

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TMID Editorial: The silent struggles

Suicide remains one of the most devastating crises in modern society. The impact is felt far beyond the individual, spreading to families, communities, and society as a whole. Each life lost to...

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Neptunes WPSC expands with major investment in Ta’ Qali indoor pool

Who has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup?

Argentina secure World Cup spot and then celebrate it with a 4-1 victory over archrival Brazil

Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini acquitted again at second trial of financial wrongdoing at FIFA

England underwhelms against Latvia in World Cup qualifier win

Swiderski double downs Malta in World Cup qualifier

Spain and France need penalty shootouts to join Germany and Portugal in Nations League semifinals

Thiago Motta fired as coach of slumping Juventus; Igor Tudor named as replacement

Updated: McLaren's Oscar Piastri takes F1 Chinese Grand Prix win; both Ferraris disqualified

Haaland helps Norway start its World Cup qualifying campaign with 5-0 rout

Housing first-time buyers scheme applications open

Applications for the first-time buyers scheme are now open, Social and Affordable Accommodation Minister Roderick Galdes stated during a press conference. The minister said that first-time buyers...

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Employment watchdog investigation uncovers €200,000 in unpaid wages for couriers

Dozens of fleet operators affiliated with popular food delivery platforms Bolt and Wolt were charged with breaching employment laws, resulting in over €200,000 in unpaid wages to couriers. A...

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latest comment from Rachel Borg, 27/03/2025 09:48: Good work.

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Repubblika requests magisterial inquiry into unexplained payments to former Transport Malta CEO

NGO Repubblika on Wednesday said it has filed a sworn application in Court requesting a magisterial inquiry following reports over unexplained payments to former CEO of Transport Malta James...

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Cost of living continues to rise as Government 'rejects' solutions, PN says

Now more than ever, it is becoming increasingly clear how out of touch the Labour Government is with the daily realities and hardships of Maltese families and the growing challenges they face,...

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latest comment from Frans Camilleri, 26/03/2025 14:43: Right. And how would the PN stop it from rising? In the same way it failed to do between 1998 and 2012? Not taxing COLA does not stop the cost of living from rising but merely compensates for the rise.

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EU funded project ‘Second Chance: Empowering First-Time Offenders’ launched

A new EU-funded project, 'Second Chance: Empowering First-Time Offenders', was launched on Wednesday. The project aims to bring about a positive change in the behaviour and lives of young people...

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Trump places 25% tariff on imported autos, expecting to raise $100 billion in tax revenues

President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was placing 25% tariffs on auto imports, a move the White House claims would foster domestic manufacturing but could also put a financial...

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Hospitals deal case: Jeremy Harbinson to be requested to testify through rogatory procedure

Court-appointed expert in the Vitals magisterial inquiry Jeremy Harbinson will be called to testify in proceedings through rogatory procedure. Criminal proceedings related to the hospitals...

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BOV announces profit before tax of €302.4m and gross dividend payout of €130.7m

Bank of Valletta achieved a record performance for financial year 2024, with profit before tax of €302.4 million, representing a growth of 20.2% when compared to FY2023. This was announced during...

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Robert Abela ‘once again attacks the media to defend further abuses by his associates’ – PN

Prime Minister Robert Abela has once again launched an attack on the independent media after it exposed yet another case of abuse by someone close to him, the PN said in a statement. "We are...

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Enemalta strengthens power distribution system in parts of Sliema, Gżira, St Julian’s

Enemalta said it is continuing to invest in the expansion and regeneration of the energy distribution system by laying 13 kilometres of new underground cables in Sliema, Gżira and St...

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Payroll & Tax Compliance for Remote Teams: What Companies Need to Know

BMIT strengthens cloud expertise with strategic AWS investment

BOV announces profit before tax of €302.4m and gross dividend payout of €130.7m

HSBC Malta marks International Women’s Day with annual donation drive

Concept Stadium rebrands with a bold new look and renewed vision

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BOV plants smiles with ‘Inħawlu Tbissima’

Text-to-Speech in Podcasting: Can AI Voices Replace Human Hosts?

BOV celebrates World Down Syndrome Day

Azzopardi presses for inquiry into Gozo Minister as judge is reminded of past ruling

Auditor General to investigate the Magħtab waste incinerator contract

Health worker describes ‘shock’ incident that killed nursing aide

French president says not all European allies agree on a proposed force for Ukraine

Din l-Art Ħelwa deeply concerned regarding 'recent threats directed at BirdLife'

Claim that opportunity exists for government to terminate Manoel Island concession is false – MIDI

Geologists file judicial protest demanding to be included in BCA consultative council

Updated: Tourist submarine sinks off Egypt's coast, leaving 6 dead, while 38 are rescued

PM visits Santa Marija Community Rehabilitation Programme for drug and alcohol abuse

20% of the Msida Creek Project Completed, government says

Residents treated for smoke inhalation after Fgura fire

The Malta Airport Foundation sponsors the restoration of the Siege Bell Memorial

Record number of 21 Maltese successfully treks to Everest Base Camp together

Only migrants who qualify for asylum status merit stronger protection, PM says

Macron says a proposed European force for Ukraine could 'respond' if attacked by Russia

Woman jailed after pleading guilty to importing 1kg of cocaine

40% reduction in complaints over a two-year period for the Cleansing and Maintenance Division

Watch: BirdLife Malta submits request for protection to Police Commissioner

TMID Editorial: The silent struggles

Organisations and communities to launch campaign for a public park on Manoel Island

Authorities stop work in Mosta construction site after roof of adjacent house collapses

Man grievously injured after being hit by car

Hiding ministers’ asset declarations shows government has something to hide - Repubblika

New SiGMA Group office building inaugurated by Prime Minister

PL says PN politicising irregular immigration issue

Court testimony nullifies Nationalist Party's lies, PL says

PN hits out at Transport Minister over Santa Luċija civic centre site, ministry denies allegations

PN supports Digital Education Strategy but calls for long-term vision

Housing first-time buyers scheme applications open

Employment watchdog investigation uncovers €200,000 in unpaid wages for couriers

Repubblika requests magisterial inquiry into unexplained payments to former Transport Malta CEO

Cost of living continues to rise as Government 'rejects' solutions, PN says

EU funded project ‘Second Chance: Empowering First-Time Offenders’ launched

Trump places 25% tariff on imported autos, expecting to raise $100 billion in tax revenues

Hospitals deal case: Jeremy Harbinson to be requested to testify through rogatory procedure

BOV announces profit before tax of €302.4m and gross dividend payout of €130.7m

Robert Abela ‘once again attacks the media to defend further abuses by his associates’ – PN

Enemalta strengthens power distribution system in parts of Sliema, Gżira, St Julian’s

Labour Party celebrates three years since last election

Nigel Vella appointed CEO of the Mediterranean Conference Centre

TMID Editorial: Access to medicinal products

Updated: Fr Fabio Attard elected Rector Major of the Salesian Order; 11th successor of Don Bosco

Malta’s defence: Is PM playing the game or being played?, PN asks

98% of Maltese believe EU Member States should be more united to face current global challenges