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Hotels and homes evacuated on Greek island of Crete as wildfire burns out of control

A fast-moving wildfire whipped by gale-force winds burned through the night and into Thursday on Greece's southern island of Crete, prompting the evacuation of more than 1,500 people from hotels and...

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Prime Minister inaugurates the Buġibba Breakwater and Ferry Facilities Project

Prime Minister Robert Abela on Wednesday inaugurated the breakwater and ferry landing project in Buġibba, reaffirming "the government's commitment to strengthening domestic sea...

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Breaking: Liverpool star Diogo Jota dies in car accident, aged 28, two weeks after his wedding day

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died following a car crash in Spain at the age of 28, Portuguese media report. Jota had reportedly been travelling in a car with his brother Andre,...

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New law establishes State responsibility for public officials in civil cases

Justice Minister Jonathan Attard on Wednesday presented a new bill which aims at legally protecting persons who occupy public roles and in public entities, by establishing State responsibility which...

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Life Network Foundation presents 11,571 submissions against government plans for euthanasia

The Life Network Foundation today concluded its campaign related to the government's eight-week consultation on voluntary assisted euthanasia, which came to an end today. As part of Oqtol...

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€1.3 million paid up for Mater Dei health services in 2025 by 1,787 third-country nationals

A sum of just over €1.3 million has been collected from third-country nationals using Mater Dei Hospital's medical services as of 2025 so far, Health Minister Jo Etienne Abela revealed in...

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Updated - Traffic, dust and frustration: Chris Bonett promised a lot but delivered a little, PN says

Three months have passed since Minister Bonett gave us a presentation lasting over an hour and a half explaining how he was going to solve the traffic problem. Today, when we were meant to start...

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latest comment from Jojo, 02/07/2025 13:28: Taht IL pn kellek IL hadiemma Tal gvern Iraqqu IL panu bil qara ahmar kull triq nirrangawa b naqa tarmac U traffic ma kienx izzomm tajjeb hekk..? U IL gvern MIT 2013 jiranga it toroq tinsiex sammut forsi kont ghadek secondary.. f kollox tmaqdru iva ? Hu hsieb IL kap u IL qasma fil partit umbad ohrog f triq u maqdar

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TMID Editorial - St Julian’s: From coastal charm to urban chaos

Once a quaint fishing village defined by boats bobbing in a quiet bay and narrow streets lined with limestone houses, St Julian's has now morphed into a symbol of urban excess and systemic neglect. In...

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Azzopardi allegedly pressured accused in false residence permits case to testify in Identità probe

Jason Azzopardi has landed himself in hot water after recordings of him allegedly influencing a man accused of issuing false residence permits were played out in court. ...

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Malta to send 250 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism is sending 250 tonnes of flour to the people of Gaza in coming weeks, as Malta’s total humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people over the last five...

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Updated: Two men arrested after two robberies in nine hours

Two men armed with a knife made off with an undisclosed amount of cash from an outlet in Sliema early on Wednesday, the police said. The hold-up took place in the Strand, Sliema, at 2am. Two...

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15,000 fewer Maltese youths aged 16-30 in 2023 when compared to 2013

Malta's Minister for Finance, Clyde Caruana, shared demographic data in Parliament on Wednesday relating to the number of Maltese youths aged 16-30. This data illustrates that the number of Maltese...

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Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and urges Hamas to accept deal

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and warned Hamas to accept the deal before conditions worsen. Trump announced the...

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Nearly 90,000 Maltese women in workforce as of January 2025, up 35% since December 2013

According to figures derived by Jobsplus, 89,841 Maltese women were in employment as of the end of January 2025. This marks a 35% increase since the end of December 2013, when this figure stood at...

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Man dies while swimming at Ghadira Bay

A man has died while he was swimming at Ghadira Bay in Mellieha on Tuesday afternoon, the police said Wednesday. The man, aged 55, of Mellieha, found himself in difficulty while swimming at...

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Updated: 43-year-old man reported missing found safe and sound

A 43-year-old man, has been reported missing to the Police. Jonathan Farrugia was last seen in the St Julian's area and was wearing an orange shorts and a white t-shirt. He has a tattoo on the...

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of a prostitution-related offense

Sean "Diddy" Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop's most celebrated figures...

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National Council of Women Malta opposes euthanasia and calls for national commitment to palliative care

The National Council of Women Malta (NCW) has declared its "principled opposition to the legalisation of euthanasia." The Council maintains that the deliberate ending of human life is...

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latest comment from Cilia Debono Emanuel, 02/07/2025 13:59: Prosit National Council of Women . Congratulations for your logically sound , dignified and high moral stand against euthanasia.

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Video of LESA officers using cocaine is a snapshot of the reality in our country, PN says

The public rightly expects that officers whose job it is to ensure safety on our roads are in a condition to perform that duty, the Nationalist Party said Wednesday. It is unacceptable that, in...

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latest comment from Michael Walter, 03/07/2025 07:38: Quite agree. The list of those included should be magistrates,politicians,judges.In fact everyone in public office.If they have nothing to hide,there should be no objection from them.

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Breaking: Liverpool star Diogo Jota dies in car accident, aged 28, two weeks after his wedding day

Guirassy scores twice and Dortmund advance at Club World Cup with 2-1 win over feisty Monterrey

Gonzalo García's header powers Real Madrid past Juventus 1-0 and into Club World Cup quarterfinals

Al Hilal stun Manchester City 4-3 in Club World Cup on Marcos Leonardo's extra-time goal

Fluminense get early goal to knock out Inter in Club World Cup Round of 16

Harry Kane scores twice as Bayern Munich beat Flamengo 4-2 to advance in Club World Cup

Mighty PSG set sights on another trophy with a dominating win over Messi's Inter Miami

Lando Norris holds off Oscar Piastri to win Formula 1's Austrian Grand Prix

Nkunku's extra-time goal sparks Chelsea to weather-delayed 4-1 win over Benfica in Club World Cup

Paulinho scores in extra time to give Palmeiras a 1-0 win over Botafogo at the Club World Cup

Man grievously injured as car crashes into wall

A man was grievously injured on Tuesday evening when he lost control of the car he was driving and crashed into a wall, the police said. The man, an Albanian aged 22, and a resident in Zebbug,...

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Malta Public Transport unveils 100 new buses in €28 million upgrade

Malta Public Transport on Wednesday announced the replacement of 100 buses in its fleet with new buses. This significant €28 million investment goes beyond the concession agreement requirements,...

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ADPD–The Green Party says euthanasia document ‘too narrow’

ADPD on Wednesday criticised the government's consultation document on assisted voluntary euthanasia for being overly narrow and lacking depth. It treats the issue as merely a legal procedure, failing...

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Moviment Graffitti submits input supporting introduction of assisted voluntary euthanasia

Moviment Graffitti said it has submitted its feedback to the Government's proposal on assisted voluntary euthanasia, affirming its support for the right of individuals to choose to end their...

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Psychiatrists oppose euthanasia law, say necessary structures are not in place for it

At this point in time, Malta does not have the legal, clinical, or institutional structures required to safely and ethically implement such a law, The Maltese Association of Psychiatry (MAP) said in a...

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Swimming ban at Marsascala lifted

The swimming ban at Marsascala's Fajtata Bay has been lifted. The bay had been closed for swimming on Monday, two days after it had been awarded the blue flag for its water quality. In a...

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Momentum proposes new laws to end government secrecy and enhance transparency

Political party Momentum has announced a set of new laws aimed at ending the secrecy around politicians' wealth and how public money is spent. The proposal is a reaction to the fact that the Prime...

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TMID Editorial: Heat waves becoming the norm

As summer kicks in, major heat waves have become the norm, and Europe right now is going through one. Heat waves across southern Europe earlier this week pushed temperatures above 40 C in...

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Introduction of mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals postponed by one year

The government said Tuesday it is postponing the introduction of the mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals, from the originally planned date of 1 January 2026, to 1 January 2027. The...

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Updated: Students, lecturer accused of ethical hacking granted presidential pardon

Three University of Malta students and a lecturer, who faced criminal charges after revealing security vulnerabilities in an app with good intentions, have been granted a Presidential pardon under...

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Business

MBR 2024 Report: A milestone year of digital innovation and regulatory excellence

National Lottery unveils new Super5 game format

Kebab Factory Introduces 10% Student Discount for Language School Study Squad

All is set for the BOV Volleyball Marathon of id Dar tal Providenza

BOV Foundation supports conservation of Giuseppe Briffa masterpieces

Reef Hotel & Spa opens in Marsalforn - Gozo's Boutique Resort

Kave Home Malta celebrates two years and web launch in style

HSBC Malta Foundation backs Malta-Sicily archival symposium

Atlas Insurance celebrates graduation of 19 women through FIDEM Skill-Up Programme

Limited-time offer on unit-linked personal pension plans

Hotels and homes evacuated on Greek island of Crete as wildfire burns out of control

Prime Minister inaugurates the Buġibba Breakwater and Ferry Facilities Project

Breaking: Liverpool star Diogo Jota dies in car accident, aged 28, two weeks after his wedding day

New law establishes State responsibility for public officials in civil cases

Life Network Foundation presents 11,571 submissions against government plans for euthanasia

€1.3 million paid up for Mater Dei health services in 2025 by 1,787 third-country nationals

Updated - Traffic, dust and frustration: Chris Bonett promised a lot but delivered a little, PN says

TMID Editorial - St Julian’s: From coastal charm to urban chaos

Azzopardi allegedly pressured accused in false residence permits case to testify in Identità probe

Malta to send 250 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza

Updated: Two men arrested after two robberies in nine hours

15,000 fewer Maltese youths aged 16-30 in 2023 when compared to 2013

Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and urges Hamas to accept deal

Nearly 90,000 Maltese women in workforce as of January 2025, up 35% since December 2013

Man dies while swimming at Ghadira Bay

Updated: 43-year-old man reported missing found safe and sound

Sean 'Diddy' Combs acquitted of most serious charges, convicted of a prostitution-related offense

National Council of Women Malta opposes euthanasia and calls for national commitment to palliative care

Video of LESA officers using cocaine is a snapshot of the reality in our country, PN says

Scheme launched to ensure access to 24/7 emergency veterinary service

PN leadership contenders meet ‘to find common ground’ – reports

Motor Insurance Directive and compensation funds: Amendments to Maltese Law and European development

Updated: Diver who was rescued on Sunday dies in hospital

Over 30 NGOs join appeal to invest in palliative care, not assisted suicide

PM says situation in Gaza is ‘a humanitarian tragedy’; PN accuses Abela of another u-turn

Speaker rules that Kullhadd must issue correction in media reporting decision

Gonzalo García's header powers Real Madrid past Juventus 1-0 and into Club World Cup quarterfinals

Guirassy scores twice and Dortmund advance at Club World Cup with 2-1 win over feisty Monterrey

Man grievously injured as car crashes into wall

Malta Public Transport unveils 100 new buses in €28 million upgrade

ADPD–The Green Party says euthanasia document ‘too narrow’

Moviment Graffitti submits input supporting introduction of assisted voluntary euthanasia

Psychiatrists oppose euthanasia law, say necessary structures are not in place for it

Swimming ban at Marsascala lifted

Momentum proposes new laws to end government secrecy and enhance transparency

TMID Editorial: Heat waves becoming the norm

Introduction of mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals postponed by one year

Updated: Students, lecturer accused of ethical hacking granted presidential pardon

Barcelona records hottest June in over 100 years, Eiffel Tower closed because of heat

Three wardens dismissed after snorting cocaine – reports

Law on compulsory licence for operators in the construction sector comes into force

Montenegro Deputy PM emphasises importance of resolving Možura case during meeting with Malta’s AG

Declaration prepared by Malta on strengthening protection of children from sexual abuse adopted

Widow of man killed in Bidnija issues tribute