The Malta Independent

28 April 2024, Sunday

‘Radical’ MEP candidate tells PN to go ‘back to basics’ as it has become more centre-left

Self-described “radical” and independent MEP candidate Edwin Vassallo said that if the Nationalist Party wants to regain its relevance, it has to “go back to basics” as...

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The good and bad of 20 years of EU membership: Gonzi, Sant reflect

Twenty years ago, on 1 May 2004, Malta joined the European Union as a member state, effectively ending more than two decades of confrontation which saw the Nationalist Party pushing for accession...

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‘Local councils were not stripped of their responsibilities’ – PS Keith Azzopardi Tanti

Contrary to public perception and the way some mayors are speaking out, “local councils were not stripped of their responsibilities,” according to the Parliamentary Secretary for Youth,...

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There is no doubt that the EU is getting transformed into a defence union – Alfred Sant

PL MEP Alfred Sant believes that the EU is getting transformed into a defence union. On Wednesday, Malta will mark 20 years of European Union membership, having officially joined on 1 May 2004....

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‘Gozo will be the model of new sustainable development for our country’ - Abela

Gozo will be the model of sustainable development in the country, Prime Minister Robert Abela said during a speech closing the Labour Party's General Conference on Sunday. The Conference was...

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AFM rescues two people who were in difficulty at sea

On Sunday morning, the Armed Forces of Malta received a 112 call, as 2 persons found themselves in difficulty at sea at Wied iż-Żurrieq and needed assistance. The Malta...

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Premier League: Hamrun demolish Floriana to be crowned champions

Hamrun Spartans demolished Floriana 5-0 to be crowned Premier League champions....

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Past 20 years have shown that decision to join EU brought substantial benefits – Lawrence Gonzi

The past 20 years have shown that the people’s decision for Malta to join the European Union in 2004 brought substantial benefits, former Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi has said. On...

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TMIS Editorial: Voter abstention and the power of incumbency

It was not really a surprise that, two years ago, Malta registered the lowest turnout for a general election since Independence. In March 2022, only 85% of the registered voters gave their...

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Government ‘purchased’ 298 beds in private homes for elderly people in 2023

The government last year “purchased” 298 beds in the private sector to address a growing waiting list of elderly people who seek to enter homes specifically catering to their needs, the...

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Three arrested in drug investigation

Three people were arrested as after being found to be in possession of different drugs, the police said. "Following information regarding the alleged suspects, on Friday, the police stopped a...

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Russia renews attacks on the Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones at southern Russia

Russia launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine overnight, in attacks that appeared to target the country’s energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia said its air defense systems had...

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Residents, activists unite against rampant take-up of public spaces by commercial interests

Today, activists from Moviment Graffitti and FAA joined forces with different residents’ groups, including the Sliema Residents Association, the Valletta Residents, the Marsascala Residents...

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Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as a planned Rafah offensive looms

Hamas said Saturday that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as Egypt intensified efforts to broker a deal to end the months-long war and stave off a planned...

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Police officers rescue woman trapped in house fire

Police officers rescued a woman who was trapped in a house fire on Thursday, the police said in a statement on Saturday. The blaze occurred at 5.30pm in Raymond Caruana Street, Guzja. Upon...

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Too many wrongdoings happening systematically and frequently, Chamber of Commerce says

The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry on Saturday highlighted the importance of good governance, and insisted that the country needs to move from lip service and words on paper, to...

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latest comment from J.Degabriele, 27/04/2024 12:12: Downhill all the way.

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Justice and Peace Commission urges dignity for workers amid AI advancements

On this year's Workers’ Day, the Justice and Peace Commission emphasises the critical need to address the implications of generative AI technologies on the workplace and workers’...

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

Floriana St. Publius Pharmacy, 48, Miratur Street; Ħamrun Thomas' Pharmacy, 796, St. Joseph’s High Street; Żebbuġ Plaza Pharmacy, 86, High Street; Birkirkara Herba Pharmacy, 166,...

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Miserable runs continue for Juventus and injury-hit Milan in 0-0 draw in Serie A

Klopp-Salah spat mars Liverpool's latest setback in EPL; Sheffield United is first team relegated

Premier League: Hamrun demolish Floriana to be crowned champions

Man City beat Brighton 4-0 to stay on course for another Premier League title

Atalanta beat 10-man Fiorentina 4-1 to reach Italian Cup final vs Juventus

Liverpool's Premier League title hopes hit by 2-0 loss to Everton; Man United survives another scare

Havertz scores 2 as Arsenal rout Chelsea 5-0 to cement Premier League lead

Juventus require late goal to beat Lazio 3-2 on aggregate and reach Italian Cup final

Serie A title, second star and derby: Inter takes it all with win over Milan

Premier League: Some hopes left in Valletta’s desperate struggle

Engerer confirms he will not contest EP election, says country needs change

Labour MEP Cyrus Engerer confirmed what has been known for the past months – that he will not contest the upcoming European Parliament elections. Engerer became an MEP in 2020 to replace...

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latest comment from Mick Jackson, 27/04/2024 13:19: Best decision he's ever made, jump before you're pushed. By tomorrow no one will even know your name!

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LESA officer injured in Msida traffic accident

An officer of the Law Enforcement Systems Agency was injured on Saturday morning in a traffic accident in Msida. The police said the accident took place in Rue d’Argens, Msida, at...

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Miserable runs continue for Juventus and injury-hit Milan in 0-0 draw in Serie A

AC Milan and Juventus prolonged mediocre runs as they played out a 0-0 draw in Serie A on Saturday. The result in Turin could leave the Bianconeri nervously looking over their shoulders at the...

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Updated (2): PN says voters were registered at Siġġiewi social housing still in shell form

The Nationalist Party in Friday accused the Labour Party of registering nearly 100 voters as residents at a housing complex in Siġġiewi which is still in shell form. The residents who were...

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latest comment from C Xerri, 27/04/2024 12:56: Are you so sure. What about the thousands of Maltese residents, who vote in Gozo as they register their ID on their Gozo "summer" residence"? Not to mention other instances.

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Fugitive who disappeared in 2018 arrested when reporting lost wallet at police station

A man who disappeared in December 2018, while on bail for armed robbery is back in custody after being recognised while filing a police report about a lost wallet. Police had been in the process...

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ADPD calls for ‘urgent action in the construction sector’

ADPD – The Green Party on Saturday about the need for action in the construction sector after another fatality on a construction site. Addressing the media in Pieta, ADPD Chairperson Sandra...

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latest comment from Mick Jackson, 27/04/2024 13:17: Shame really, URGENT and ACTION are not part of the political vocabulary here.

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Klopp-Salah spat mars Liverpool's latest setback in EPL; Sheffield United is first team relegated

Liverpool fell further out of contention for the English Premier League title on Saturday. That's perhaps the least of Jurgen Klopp's problems. Just as upsetting for the outgoing Liverpool...

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Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says

King Charles III is back. The 75-year-old monarch will resume some public duties next week following a three-month break to focus on his treatment and recuperation after he was diagnosed with an...

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Premature baby girl rescued from her dead mother's womb dies in Gaza after 5 days in an incubator

A premature Palestinian infant, rescued from her mother's womb shortly after the woman was killed in an Israeli airstrike, has died, her uncle said Friday. Sabreen Jouda died in a Gaza...

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latest comment from onDmove, 27/04/2024 07:22: Is this innocent's death any less tragic than that of the 7th of October? the only difference is that on that day 1,200 people died, whilst in the following six months thousands upon thousands of innocent lives were bombed out of existence. THAT is Jewish justice for you!

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TMID Editorial: Convergence on healthcare

Prime Minister Robert Abela earlier this week said that discussions related to healthcare in the Maltese islands must aim to result in “national convergence”, particularly with...

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Business

Levels of happiness of Gozo dwellers compared with Sámi’s score

Malta-owned Premier Capital served 85 million customers in 185 McDonald’s restaurants in 2023

Malta’s commitment to a diverse startup ecosystem highlighted during the Spring Meet-up event

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CareMalta Group appoints Matthew Vassallo as new Quality Assurance Manager

Secure investment with APS Kapital Plus 18

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Local messaging strategist celebrates five years as StoryBrand Certified Guide

Farsons celebrates Louis A. Farrugia’s Golden Jubilee

‘Radical’ MEP candidate tells PN to go ‘back to basics’ as it has become more centre-left

The good and bad of 20 years of EU membership: Gonzi, Sant reflect

‘Local councils were not stripped of their responsibilities’ – PS Keith Azzopardi Tanti

There is no doubt that the EU is getting transformed into a defence union – Alfred Sant

‘Gozo will be the model of new sustainable development for our country’ - Abela

AFM rescues two people who were in difficulty at sea

Premier League: Hamrun demolish Floriana to be crowned champions

Past 20 years have shown that decision to join EU brought substantial benefits – Lawrence Gonzi

TMIS Editorial: Voter abstention and the power of incumbency

Government ‘purchased’ 298 beds in private homes for elderly people in 2023

Three arrested in drug investigation

Russia renews attacks on the Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones at southern Russia

Residents, activists unite against rampant take-up of public spaces by commercial interests

Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as a planned Rafah offensive looms

Police officers rescue woman trapped in house fire

Cartoon 28 April 2024

Too many wrongdoings happening systematically and frequently, Chamber of Commerce says

Justice and Peace Commission urges dignity for workers amid AI advancements

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

64 new members join the Civil Protection Department

Association of Builders and Contractors to be part of Building and Construction Advisory Council

Man killed after being attacked by bull in Gudja

Foundation established to focus on cancer research, treatment in Malta

New appointments at Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, Vanessa Mangion becomes CEO

Art exhibition ‘Caritas Fest’, featuring children’s drawings, opened at Parliament building

KM Malta Airlines launches extra flights and special fares for MEP and Local Council elections

Updated: Two workers grievously injured as Floriana house roof caves in

Developers, architects, politicians together ruining residents' quality of life, FAA says

Engerer confirms he will not contest EP election, says country needs change

LESA officer injured in Msida traffic accident

Miserable runs continue for Juventus and injury-hit Milan in 0-0 draw in Serie A

Updated (2): PN says voters were registered at Siġġiewi social housing still in shell form

Fugitive who disappeared in 2018 arrested when reporting lost wallet at police station

ADPD calls for ‘urgent action in the construction sector’

Klopp-Salah spat mars Liverpool's latest setback in EPL; Sheffield United is first team relegated

Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says

Premature baby girl rescued from her dead mother's womb dies in Gaza after 5 days in an incubator

TMID Editorial: Convergence on healthcare

Animal Hospital in Ta' Qali set to re-open and offer local veterinary course

Document on Malta’s way forward in digital diplomacy published

€10 million allocated to more projects for the community, government says

The slowly evolving truth about heart disease and women

Government’s Consolidated Fund reports €41.6 million surplus in Q1 2024

TMID Editorial: Hold candidates to account