The Malta Independent

5 December 2023, Tuesday

Jean Paul Sofia: Civil case filed seeks ‘full justice’, aims to prevent other deaths

With the support of the Public Interest Litigation Network, the parents of Jean Paul Sofia have filed a case for moral and material damages in Malta’s civil courts against the five individuals...

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latest comment from Vassals, 04/12/2023 10:20: Between 2010 and 2022 at least 49 workers were killed while working on construction sites. That is an average of more than one per month! Drastic action urgently required but the authorities seem unconcerned about this tragic state of affairs.

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Degiorgio brothers refuse to testify once again in Joseph Muscat libel

Jailed hitmen George and Alfred Degiorgio have remained steadfast in their decision to not testify in ongoing proceedings in a libel case filed by disgraced former Prime Minister Joseph...

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Man seriously injured after falling from three-storey height

A man was seriously injured when falling from a three-storey height, the police said on Monday. The accident occurred at 2.30 pm, on Triq Carlo Manchè in Gzira. Preliminary investigations...

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Recent incident of prisoner attempting self-harm triggered ‘intense’ review within CSA

A recent incident which saw a prison inmate trying to harm himself while serving time has triggered an intense review of the Correctional Service agency, Prisoner Welfare Commissioner Steve Libreri...

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New Mater Dei machinery can treat kidney stones without need for surgery or anaesthesia

A new type of machinery that will be able to treat patients suffering through an episode of kidney stones without the need for surgery or anaesthetic has been unveiled at the Urology Department within...

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50% of measures from 2022 Child Guarantee National Action Plan have been implemented

More than 100 social measures that form part of the Child Guarantee National Action Plan have been implemented across four main areas. From the measures implemented, 29 relate to social...

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latest comment from Danika Vella, 04/12/2023 17:39: Yes but did the number of children experiencing all forms of deprivation fall because the fertility rate is decreasing and all the while the population has increased (with proportionally more adults being added than children given that most workers who relocate to Malta don't come with their family and children)? What are the absolute numbers here? - because that might give a better indication that proportions.

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Number of incoming tourists up by more than 31% in first 10 months – NSO

Total inbound tourists for October 2023 were estimated at 313,705, an increase of 31.1 per cent when compared to the corresponding month in 2022, the NSO said Monday. During the month under...

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Height of proposed ODZ Naxxar elderly home reduced as project faces PA Board again on Thursday

The height of an elderly home which is being proposed on Outside Development Zone land in Naxxar has been reduced as the project application goes before the Planning Authority’s Board again on...

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latest comment from Joe Mallia, 04/12/2023 14:43: There is always a political link when ODZ projects are involved. How on earth can the case officer justify the permit for such development which will ruin more of what is left of our countryside?

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MOU for more investment in technological devices for visually impaired people signed

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Foundation for Information Technology Accessibility (FITA) and the Malta Trust Foundation on Monday. This agreement aims to provide more...

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Over €37.5 million in pharmacy fees as part of the POYC scheme since 2021

Over €37.5 million in pharmacy fees as part of the POYC scheme has been paid out since 2021. Nationalist MP Jerome Caruana Cilia asked Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health Chris...

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Preparations underway for another edition of Christmas in the Park at the Salini National Park

An illuminated pathway, Santa's grotto, a live nativity scene, sustainable Christmas crafts, food and live performances by renowned artists will turn the Salini National Park into a magical Christmas...

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Israel expands Gaza ground offensive, vows to hit the south with 'no less strength' than the north

Israel's ground offensive expanded to every part of the Gaza Strip, its military said Sunday, as it ordered more evacuations and vowed to hit south Gaza with “no less strength” than the...

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latest comment from il Bumbardun, 04/12/2023 12:41: The objective is obvious. The Israelis want to seize the whole Gaza strip and kick the Palestinians out into the Negev desert as they tried to do and failed by seducing the Egyptian president. Time for the whole Muslim world to rise and defend the Palestinians.

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Malta4Life collecting signatures to call for referendum on Malta’s recent abortion law changes

Malta4Life, a pro-life organisation has launched its campaign to collect signatures calling for an abrogative referendum, to scrap the legal amendments introduced earlier this year to Malta's...

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latest comment from C Xerri, 04/12/2023 12:27: Malta4Life are indirectly confirming what I have been writing for some time that the amendments to the Abortion Law has actually introduced, albiet in very extreme cases, abortion in Malta.

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Wied Żnuber: Government planning to add 30,000sq.m. to ODZ as ‘buffer zone’

The process to amend the local plans regarding the Wied Żnuber area, to change a volume of land designated as being within the Hal Far Industrial Estate to an Outside Development Zone, will start...

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latest comment from Joezborg, 03/12/2023 18:14: So the 2006 local plans can be changed. And for the last 10 years you did nothing Prime minister and yir corrupt Labour government.

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Prison facility is on a ‘very good’ track forward – Prisoner Welfare Commissioner

Compared to the Corradino Correctional Facility of 15 years ago, Prisoner Welfare Commissioner Steve Libreri said that there has been a “considerable” improvement in supportive services,...

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Air Malta cancels all bookings for flights after 31 March 2024

Air Malta said Monday that it has cancelled all bookings for flights on Air Malta for travel on or after 31 of March 2024 and that it has refunded all direct customers the full cost (including taxes)...

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latest comment from RF, 04/12/2023 12:53: AirMalta has cancelled flights even yesterday and today to and from Munich for no reason. Saturday Munich Airport was closed because of heavy snow but it was open yesterday and today and still AirMalta did not operate flights since Saturday. It does not augur well for new company to have the same chairman who bankrupted AirMalta.

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TMID Editorial: Parliamentary changes

Parliament is the highest democratic institution in the country. It is where bills, formulating Malta’s legislative changes, are discussed and voted upon, and where politicians are able to...

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latest comment from John, 04/12/2023 11:29: Correction: Parliament is SUPPOSED to be the highest democratic institution in Malta.

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Should Malta have ‘road homicide’ legislation?

Each time a court of law rules about a traffic accident which left someone either dead or with life-changing injuries, the question that arises is whether judges and magistrates are being too lenient...

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March for Life: ‘People must be the voice of the voiceless’ - activist

The annual March for Life took place on Sunday in Valletta, and a number of speeches were delivered. "A wide-ranging group of all ages gathered at Castille on Sunday and marched a route...

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Stoppage time goal gives Floriana sole Premier League leadership

Haaland furious with referee as Man City draw with Tottenham in 6-goal Premier League thriller

Mourinho makes right moves in Roma comeback win, Inter win in Naples

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Newcastle defy long injury list to earn dominant win over Man United; Arsenal lead by 4 in EPL

Pulisic scores again as Milan beat promoted Frosinone in Serie A

Euro 2024: Group by group look at the draw for the European Championship

Titleholders Italy join Spain, Croatia in tough group at Euro 2024; Hosts Germany open vs Scotland

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Juventus go top after scoring late to beat Monza 2-1 in dramatic Italian league encounter

Air Malta flights to/from Munich cancelled on Monday too

Air Malta has announced that its flights to and from Munich on Monday have been cancelled due to heavy snow. This is the fourth consecutive day in which flights to and from this German city were...

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latest comment from RF, 04/12/2023 12:57: It is AirMalta that cancelled flights yesterday and today stranding many passengers. Munich Airport was open yesterday and today. A notice on Munich Airpport shows clearly it is the airlines that cancelled flioghts not the airport:"The flight schedule has been greatly reduced due to the airlines' cancellations. We therefore recommend that all travelers flying today or tomorrow check the status of their flight with their airline " Please don't let shoddy AirMalta fool your esteemed readers.

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Prices for local produce set to continue increasing due to a series of shortages

Due to shortages of produce experienced in the local agricultural scene, the pricings for local fruits and vegetables are expected to continue to rise in the short-term, Joe Cassar, manager of...

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latest comment from Carmelo Borg, 03/12/2023 17:06: Kollu minnu ghax il bierah tlajt ta QALI IL FARMERS MARKET il haxix kien gholi INFERN. POVRI DAWK LI GHANDHOM DHUL BAXX Gggax pastizzi u hobz bil corn oil u naqra kunserva jistaw jueklu

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14-year-old girl reported missing

Sharona Grima, 14-years-old, has been reported missing to the police. She was last seen in Santa Venera. Anyone with any information about her whereabouts is asked to call 21 224001 / 119 or head...

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Stoppage time goal gives Floriana sole Premier League leadership

Floriana are now sole leaders of the BOV Premier League after defeating arch-rivals Valletta by a solitary goal scored in stoppage time. Floriana went into this match coming from consecutive wins...

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Mourinho makes right moves in Roma comeback win, Inter win in Naples

Jose Mourinho’s pre-match accusations aimed at the referee and Sassuolo’s standout winger Domenico Berardi created plenty of controversy — and will likely result in another...

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Opposition’s list of proposals for parliamentary changes ignored for 18 months – PN whip

The government is showing a lack of respect towards the highest institution of the country, as it continues to ignore proposed parliamentary changes made by the Nationalist Party, Opposition whip...

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Body found in Gzira

A Body was found in Gzira, the police have confirmed, but have no further details at this time. The Times of Malta reported that the body was found in a vacant plot at around 1pm, in Luqa Briffa...

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Teenager grievously hurt after being hit by car

A teenager was grievously injured on Sunday morning when he was hit by a car in Attard, the police said. The accident took place in Ta’ Torba Street at 11.30am. The 13-year-old boy was...

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Haaland furious with referee as Man City draw with Tottenham in 6-goal Premier League thriller

Pep Guardiola said it would be fun. Manchester City's clash with Tottenham definitely lived up to the pre-match hype after a thrilling 3-3 draw at Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Not...

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A PN government would reduce non-EU worker dependence – Bernard Grech

The Nationalist Party's vision will result in the country no longer needing to depend so heavily on foreign workers, Leader of the Opposition Bernard Grech said during a General Council meeting on...

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latest comment from ACassar, 03/12/2023 15:35: Thank you. That would stop the challenge to wage competitiveness.

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db Foundation raises €27,000 for Malta Community Chest Fund during charity reception

APS Bank's CSR event-packed month

APS Bank introduces e-statements

BNF Bank achieves third-country branch authorisation in the United Kingdom

HSBC Malta wins The Banker’s Bank of the Year Award for 2023

The Malta Chamber hosts European Court of Auditors Delegation Focus on EU expenditure outcomes

MFSA sets up stakeholders panel as part of its three-year strategy

Deloitte Digital Malta elevates client solutions as HubSpot Solution Partner

Governor Scicluna meets with the European Stability Mechanism delegation

The WSC and the Union of WSC Professionals sign a new collective agreement

Jean Paul Sofia: Civil case filed seeks ‘full justice’, aims to prevent other deaths

Degiorgio brothers refuse to testify once again in Joseph Muscat libel

Man seriously injured after falling from three-storey height

Recent incident of prisoner attempting self-harm triggered ‘intense’ review within CSA

New Mater Dei machinery can treat kidney stones without need for surgery or anaesthesia

50% of measures from 2022 Child Guarantee National Action Plan have been implemented

Number of incoming tourists up by more than 31% in first 10 months – NSO

Height of proposed ODZ Naxxar elderly home reduced as project faces PA Board again on Thursday

MOU for more investment in technological devices for visually impaired people signed

Over €37.5 million in pharmacy fees as part of the POYC scheme since 2021

Preparations underway for another edition of Christmas in the Park at the Salini National Park

Israel expands Gaza ground offensive, vows to hit the south with 'no less strength' than the north

Malta4Life collecting signatures to call for referendum on Malta’s recent abortion law changes

Wied Żnuber: Government planning to add 30,000sq.m. to ODZ as ‘buffer zone’

Prison facility is on a ‘very good’ track forward – Prisoner Welfare Commissioner

Air Malta cancels all bookings for flights after 31 March 2024

TMID Editorial: Parliamentary changes

Should Malta have ‘road homicide’ legislation?

March for Life: ‘People must be the voice of the voiceless’ - activist

‘The world is experiencing a triple planetary crisis’ – Robert Abela

EU policy must take into account the realities islands like Gozo face – MEP Josianne Cutajar

TMIS Editorial: Time is up for Rosianne Cutajar

Malta recognised as a climate mobility leader - government

Cartoon 3 December 2023

25,000 private sector and self-employed workers to receive cheque for working atypical hours

Israeli offensive shifts to crowded southern Gaza, driving up death toll despite evacuation orders

At COP28 meeting, oil companies pledge to combat methane; Environmentalists call it a 'smokescreen'

COP28: PM highlights what ‘ambitious’ Malta doing to combat climate change

Air Malta flights to/from Munich cancelled on Monday too

Prices for local produce set to continue increasing due to a series of shortages

14-year-old girl reported missing

Stoppage time goal gives Floriana sole Premier League leadership

Mourinho makes right moves in Roma comeback win, Inter win in Naples

Opposition’s list of proposals for parliamentary changes ignored for 18 months – PN whip

Body found in Gzira

Teenager grievously hurt after being hit by car

Haaland furious with referee as Man City draw with Tottenham in 6-goal Premier League thriller

A PN government would reduce non-EU worker dependence – Bernard Grech

Malta records lowest values of greenhouse gas emissions per employed person in 2021

Titleholders Italy join Spain, Croatia in tough group at Euro 2024; Hosts Germany open vs Scotland

Euro 2024: Group by group look at the draw for the European Championship

Updated: Euro 2024 draw ceremony interrupted by noises in claimed social media prank

Pharmacies opening today between 9am and noon, 4-7pm

Munich Airport closure forces Air Malta flight cancellations