In the last three state elections in Germany, the extreme right got the largest number of votes in one state and the second largest in the other two. In the Austrian general elections they again got...

A few weeks back, Prime Minister Robert Abela announced that Malta's middle class is in for a pleasant surprise as the government is planning to announce the biggest tax cut in the country's history...

The claim is made that Israel’s absolute priority must be to protect its security, indeed its right to exist. But with the events of the past few years, the country is reaching the stage at...

Last Sunday the country was shocked to see the footage of two police officers being attacked and violently assaulted during the course of their duty. The viral videos had everyone asking, how did we...

Robert Abela suffered a rare public challenge to his attempted domination of the party. Alex Sciberras, known for his close proximity to Joseph Muscat, defeated Robert Abela's chosen candidate Norma...

In Gozo, visiting the seaside and experiencing the fresh face of Gozitan hospitality have really got me thinking. Many of you have experienced something similar: restaurants rarely close on Mondays or...

No accidents or mishaps have been reported in the past days as a result of the first rainwater downpours. This does not however signify that all is well. A quick look at our streets, when it is...

At the time of writing, the Mediterrane Film Festival is being promoted on the national broadcaster, as it was set to be aired on Friday night at prime time. I have no doubt that by the time you will...

Malta's leading newspapers have their fair share of political cartoons and caricatures, week in and week out. I make it a point not to miss out on any one of them. Why? Just as much as they can be...

What is honesty or dishonesty in a politician? Is it possible for a politician to be honest at all? The question goes to the heart of democracy. When Maltese voters write off politicians as dishonest,...