Public spending is economically and socially vital. It is not an economic liability, as some nowadays claim.  Rising public spending has been part of economic growth for over 100 years and has...

In a world that often celebrates loud success, public recognition, and visible achievement, there exists a quieter form of heroism - one that unfolds behind closed doors, away from headlines and...

The Gozo Business Chamber (GBC) has engaged in a significant European discussion. They responded to the European Commission's request for input on an EU island strategy. Their document is ambitious,...

I first heard the words "quality tourism" in 1981. I was fifteen years old. Someone in a suit said Malta needed to attract a better class of visitor - one who would spend more, stay longer, and treat...

The political conversation is in full swing in Malta, as the country edges closer to another general election. We all know how politics can be rather divisive in a small island where people feel a...

The Common Sense Census: Media Use by Kids Zero to Eight published in the US in 2005 is an eye-opener to all educators and parents as it sheds light on the trends in screen time of children aged zero...

The connection between the principle of open justice and the reporting of court proceedings is not merely functional. It follows that the principle of open justice is inextricably linked to the...

During the past days and weeks, we have been bombarded by persistent rumours on the possibility of an early election. At the time of writing, these have intensified. Different dates have been...

It is important to correct the current massive imbalance of the news we receive for we are continually being led to draw the wrong conclusions, even the most balanced among us. Let me begin with...

Career breaks were first introduced in Belgium in 1985, offering employees the option to either reduce their working hours or temporarily step away from work altogether. Since then, similar measures...