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14 July 2026, Tuesday

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12 fined, 8 short-lets shut down in Swieqi as government moves on irresponsible tourist behaviour

Twelve people were fined a total of approximately €2,000, paid on the spot, after police shut down a noisy gathering in a Swieqi apartment block, in an operation that also saw the Malta Tourism...

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Guns, bombs, leaks, and €150,000: Convicted hitman details how Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed

Prosecution witness Vince Muscat, known as il-Koħħu, on Monday gave the jury a detailed account of how the plot to assassinate journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was organised, telling jurors...

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TMID Editorial: Let people retire with dignity, not penalties

For years, the unfairness of Malta's early retirement rules has been pointed out by employer bodies, trade unions, civil society, affected workers and, more recently, by Opposition MP Ivan Bartolo....

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Yorgen Fenech trial: Vince Muscat details negotiations and surveillance in Daphne murder plot

The trial by jury of Yorgen Fenech is to resume this morning with further testimony on the extensive digital investigation which enabled investigators to trace the plot leading to the assassination of...

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Worker seriously injured on University of Malta construction site

A 47-year-old man from Żabbar is in serious condition after suffering injuries in an accident at a construction site located within the precincts of the University of Malta in Msida. The...

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Plans for five-star tourist complex at ODZ British barracks site recommended for refusal

Plans for the construction of a five-star tourist complex at an ODZ British-era barracks site in Mosta have been recommended for refusal by a Planning Authority case officer. The application,...

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Over 3,300 sites stop-work orders issued by OHSA and BCA in four months

More than 3,300 stop-work orders were issued against construction sites across Malta between February and May this year, as authorities stepped up action against those working without a permit or in...

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Parking is country’s biggest problem on the roads, not travel times, says Transport Minister

The Minister for Sustainable Mobility, Chris Bonett, told Parliament on Monday that "our biggest challenge moving forward" is not the time taken to travel from one location to another, but...

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US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran early Tuesday morning, hours after President Donald Trump said Washington is "reinstating" a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump separately...

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ITS launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on skills, digitalisation and tourism quality

The Institute for Tourism Studies has launched a new strategy for 2026 to 2030 aimed at improving training, modernising courses and strengthening links with Malta's tourism industry. The strategy...

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Watch: Swieqi mayor writes to PM after new video shows disorderly conduct in short-let properties

The mayor of Swieqi, Noel Muscat, has written directly to the Prime Minister Robert Abela demanding "determined and effective legislation and enforcement" to tackle the disorder plaguing the locality,...

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Blogs & Opinions

Frans Camilleri

More women, more productivity

Alfred Sant

Technical skills

Katya De Giovanni

Beyond survival: Crohn's disease changed my life, not my purpose

David Spiteri Gingell

Of truth: The generation that climbed (Part 3)

Ivan Bartolo

Rising property prices: Economic growth or an affordability crisis?

Gejtu Vella

Strengthening the MCESD: A stronger voice for social dialogue in Malta

Emmanuel J. Galea

Gozo: Charging in the dark

Frans Camilleri

Dim the sun, seed the clouds

Michael Briguglio

Can we cope without air conditioners?

Mark Said

Migrants still denied full family rights

€1.4 million invested in the second phase of the Wied Inċita project in Attard

A further 7,000 square metres of land at Wied Inċita in Attard are being regenerated through a €1.4 million investment as part of plans for a public park covering more than...

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Tender issued for the implementation of the European Digital Identity Wallet

The Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA) has issued a call for tenders for the implementation of Malta's European Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet, marking an important milestone in the country's...

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TMID Editorial: The rise in dangerous scams

The face of crime has changed. The modern digital age has brought with it much good, but - as with anything - there are negative consequences as well. One of those is a change in the type...

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MGRM says Pride remains necessary as Malta’s LGBTIQ community continues to push for equality

A Malta Gay Rights Movement (MGRM) co-chair has rejected claims that Pride is no longer necessary, arguing that it continues to fulfil several important roles as it can serve as an advocacy platform...

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New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' dies at 78

Sam Neill, a smoothly elegant and versatile actor whose career moved from art film to blockbuster as he dodged velociraptors in "Jurassic Park" to playing Holly Hunter's husband in "The Piano," has...

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Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people

A huge fire tore through a beer hall in Bangkok overnight into Monday, killing at least 27 people and injuring dozens before firefighters brought the blaze under control. Footage shared...

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PN should target non-voters as route to government, says Nationalist MP

Nationalist MP Julian Borg said that the PN's greatest opportunity to increase its electoral support lies among the more than 50,000 registered voters who abstained from voting in the last election,...

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GWU calls for twice-yearly COLA increases as the current system ‘no longer reflects reality’

Malta's cost-of-living adjustment should be reformed so that workers receive compensation twice a year instead of waiting for one annual increase, General Workers' Union secretary general Kevin...

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Sports

Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals

England score in World Cup match with Norway after ball appears to hit camera cable over field

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals

South African midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25 two weeks after playing in World Cup

Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edge Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Mbappé has a goal and an assist as France beat Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Joseph Portelli acquires Italian football club Ars et Labor Ferrara, formerly known as SPAL

How smaller football clubs use data to recruit smarter

Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals with shootout win over Colombia

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals

‘Why give 10 million images to an astronomer?’ UM project trains AI on radio sky

A University of Malta-led project is using artificial intelligence to help astronomers analyse vast numbers of radio telescope images, in a bid to uncover patterns and anomalies in the universe that...

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Alex Borg says Abela is ‘disconnected’ from families struggling to make ends meet

Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg has said that Prime Minister Robert Abela is disconnected from the financial realities facing Maltese families, arguing that many workers are seeing their wages run...

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TMIS Editorial: Parliament must stop talking about reform and start delivering it

A new legislature always brings with it a degree of optimism. Fresh faces, renewed promises and a willingness to improve institutions often create the expectation that lessons from the past will...

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United Group celebrates 100 years of enterprise and growth

A century after its founding, United Group is celebrating 100 years of entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth - reflecting on its legacy while looking confidently towards the future. Founded in...

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Historic Valletta feast statue damaged days before Carmelite feast

A century-old statue and its historic pedestal in St George's Square, Valletta, were damaged during preparations for a film production just days before the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, prompting...

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Maltese-Canadian author brings the Great Siege to life in internationally reissued trilogy

Maltese-Canadian historical fiction author Marthese Fenech has written a trilogy that explores Malta's 16th century history, culminating in the Great Siege of 1565. The books - Eight Pointed Cross,...

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Government’s migration policy is working, Abela says

Prime Minister Robert Abela has said that the government’s population policy – the Labour Migration Policy – is working, stating that Malta has recorded its second-lowest net balance...

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FBI expert links burner phones to Daphne murder as forensic specialist details digital probe

The trial by jury of Yorgen Fenech entered its second weekend on Saturday with jurors hearing detailed technical testimony from an FBI cellular analysis expert and the court-appointed Maltese IT...

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Yorgen Fenech trial: Suspicious phone number was activated on just three occasions - FBI

Yorgen Fenech's trial moves into its second weekend, during which jurors are due to hear from experts from the American FBI after Friday's emotionally charged sitting. This testimony follows one...

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US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz; Tehran lashes out again at Gulf Arab states

The U.S. military said Sunday it had completed its latest round of airstrikes targeting Iran after hitting some 140 targets. The U.S. military's Central Command said targets included missile and...

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Business

United Group celebrates 100 years of enterprise and growth

Heatwaves, blackouts and a tourist boom

BOV quiz night brings colleagues together for a fun night

GTG strengthens its team with two new associate appointments

BOV strengthens retail network for greater customer convenience

HSBC Malta Foundation Wins 2026 ERA Corporate Award for Environmental Innovation and Sustainability

12 fined, 8 short-lets shut down in Swieqi as government moves on irresponsible tourist behaviour

Guns, bombs, leaks, and €150,000: Convicted hitman details how Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed

TMID Editorial: Let people retire with dignity, not penalties

Yorgen Fenech trial: Vince Muscat details negotiations and surveillance in Daphne murder plot

Worker seriously injured on University of Malta construction site

Plans for five-star tourist complex at ODZ British barracks site recommended for refusal

Over 3,300 sites stop-work orders issued by OHSA and BCA in four months

Parking is country’s biggest problem on the roads, not travel times, says Transport Minister

US attacks Iran and Tehran retaliates across the Middle East as both vie for control of strait

ITS launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on skills, digitalisation and tourism quality

Watch: Swieqi mayor writes to PM after new video shows disorderly conduct in short-let properties

€1.4 million invested in the second phase of the Wied Inċita project in Attard

Tender issued for the implementation of the European Digital Identity Wallet

TMID Editorial: The rise in dangerous scams

MGRM says Pride remains necessary as Malta’s LGBTIQ community continues to push for equality

New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' dies at 78

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people

PN should target non-voters as route to government, says Nationalist MP

GWU calls for twice-yearly COLA increases as the current system ‘no longer reflects reality’

Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals

England score in World Cup match with Norway after ball appears to hit camera cable over field

Three men arrested in separate drug trafficking operations

South African midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25 two weeks after playing in World Cup

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

Labour Party stays silent after local councillor’s pro-Hitler remark

St Julian's council says it was informed of PM's visit only an hour before it took place

Inspector Elliot Magro appointed Commissioner for Animal Welfare

‘Why give 10 million images to an astronomer?’ UM project trains AI on radio sky

Alex Borg says Abela is ‘disconnected’ from families struggling to make ends meet

TMIS Editorial: Parliament must stop talking about reform and start delivering it

United Group celebrates 100 years of enterprise and growth

Historic Valletta feast statue damaged days before Carmelite feast

Maltese-Canadian author brings the Great Siege to life in internationally reissued trilogy

Government’s migration policy is working, Abela says

FBI expert links burner phones to Daphne murder as forensic specialist details digital probe

Yorgen Fenech trial: Suspicious phone number was activated on just three occasions - FBI

US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz; Tehran lashes out again at Gulf Arab states

Italian music legend Peppino Di Capri dies at 87

33-year-old woman grievously injured after car plunges into field in Rabat

Archbishop Charles Scicluna marks 40 years of priesthood

Tourism problems need to be tackled before it is too late, ADPD says

Multiple New York Times reporters issued subpoenas over Air Force One reporting

Malta needs a long-term population strategy centred on people, not numbers, Momentum says