I keep being astonished at how some people believe they will achieve an impact simply by repeating complaints about the Labour administration. Obviously they have an ongoing critical agenda against...

Much greater efforts are needed. In theory, almost everybody agrees with this but when it comes to putting that belief into practice, difficulties arise. The battle to protect the environment is being...

"Christmas is a bit like an emotional magnifying glass. If you feel loved and happy, Christmas will make you feel even happier and more loved. But if you feel alone and unloved, the magnifier gets to...

You can tell a lot about a leader based on how he reacts to crises and criticism.  Bad leaders react with great rage, they thirst for vengeance, they attack their adversaries, they accuse their...

As 2024 ends, Gozo stands at a crossroads, reflecting on progress while grappling with unfinished projects and persistent challenges. The island's development continues to inspire hope, but much work...

A development planning application for another supermarket, this time on the outskirts of Żurrieq, has been submitted to the Planning Authority for its consideration (application PA7684/24). The...

As is boringly customary at this time of year, we tend to look back on the year being laid to rest. We, or some of us, dip into an imaginary crystal ball to see what 2025 has in store for...

I had just woken up and, as usual, turned on the internet to see what had happened since I'd been asleep. At first I thought they were running a 9/11 film. Then I slowly realized this was not New...

Remember the word Esperanto? Those of you of my generation will surely have amply heard and read about the hype way back in the '70s about the attempt to promote and establish a universal language....

At the 50th anniversary celebrations of Malta as a Republic, I delivered a speech to a large and enthusiastic audience in St George's Square, Valletta. I recalled how 50 years ago, albeit in...