The Malta Independent 12 November 2026, Thursday
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Why Comino must remain a refuge for birds

Sunday, 30 August 2026, 08:30 Last update: about 3 months ago

Comino is one of the most important refuges for birds in the Maltese Islands. Even at just 2.8 km2, its continuous extent of natural habitats is exceptional for the Maltese Islands. Across the...

Chamber of Advocates backs higher pay for jurors

Sunday, 30 August 2026, 08:00 Last update: about 3 months ago Katrina Cassar

The Chamber of Advocates has made clear that while it will not be drawn into the wider debate over Malta's jury system at this stage, it has no reservations about one immediate reform: jurors should...

Employers reject twice-yearly COLA, warn of wage and price shocks

Sunday, 30 August 2026, 07:30 Last update: about 3 months ago Semira Abbas Shalan

Malta's main employer organisations have rejected a proposal for the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to be made twice a year, warning that more frequent increases would create uncertainty for...

Pharmacies open today 9am to 12pm & 4 to 7pm

Sunday, 30 August 2026, 06:50 Last update: about 3 months ago

Valletta Regent Pharmacy, 70, Triq Merkanti; Marsa Vivien Pharmacy, Triq Patri Magri; Żebbuġ Brown's Pharmacy, 47, Vjal il-Ħelsien; Birkirkara Mackie's Pharmacy, Triq L. Casolani, Ta'...

Ukrainian diver dies in Sliema

Saturday, 29 August 2026, 21:30 Last update: about 3 months ago

A 48-year-old Ukrainian diver tragically died while diving off the coast of Sliema, near the Exiles area, after experiencing difficulties underwater, TVM reports. Emergency services, including...

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