The Malta Independent 10 November 2026, Tuesday
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A politics built on personalism

Wednesday, 8 July 2020, 08:14 Last update: about 7 years ago Michael Asciak

When the Partit Nazzjonalista (PN) adjourned and ratified its statute last week, it did so in a very democratic environment at all the stages of the process. There was a free debate and...

Does Malta need more Russian tourists?

Tuesday, 7 July 2020, 09:58 Last update: about 7 years ago

Let's start with the latter, the traditional ones, and take a global picture: Why out of 17 million people leaving Russia for holidays per year, only 30,000-50,000 opt to come to Malta? I should say...

Mask Challenge competition for children

Tuesday, 7 July 2020, 09:20 Last update: about 7 years ago

Coronavirus has affected us all dramatically but some more than others. The difficulties faced by some families are quite heartbreaking. Even though the situation appears to be easing, it is important...

Top 3 reasons why you should study Maltese history in context

Tuesday, 7 July 2020, 09:18 Last update: about 7 years ago

There is much more to Maltese history than knowing when or where significant events occurred. It is about facts and stories, themes and personal accounts, inquiry and analysis. The richness of the...

A biased Planning Authority

Tuesday, 7 July 2020, 09:15 Last update: about 7 years ago John Ebejer

20 September 2018 is a day of shame for the Planning Authority. It was the day the PA held a public meeting and approved the ITS-DB development at St George's. The decision was subsequently reversed...

Appreciation: Charles Borg

Tuesday, 7 July 2020, 09:13 Last update: about 7 years ago

The passing away of our friend Charles Borg has brought back many childhood memories. Decades ago I got to know him at Xlendi where I used to spend some days with my family. Alas, those were the good...

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