The Malta Independent

25 April 2024, Thursday

PM says that healthcare discussions require ‘national convergence’ of opinions

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

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Presidential pardon offered to those who received social benefits illegally

A Presidential Pardon is being offered to those who received social benefits illegally as part of a racket fronted by, amongst others, former Labour Party MP Silvio Grixti, the government announced on...

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latest comment from Mick Jackson, 25/04/2024 13:46: I was wondering when the crucifixes were going to be erected outside parliament, obviously too many required, hence the pardons.

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Labour deputy mayor charged with threatening mother

Pembroke’s deputy mayor was remanded in custody on Thursday, accused of threatening and intimidating his mother in what the court was told was a drug-fuelled rage. Omar Elaref Arab, 32,...

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PA revokes sheep farm permit in Bahrija

A sheep farm built in an Area of Ecological Importance (AEI) in the Bahrija area back in 2020 has had its development permission revoked earlier today by the Planning Board, the PA said...

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11 years ago, Valletta was in a ‘disastrous state’ – Prime Minister

Prime Minister Robert Abela said Thursday that the investment government has made towards Valletta has transformed the capital city, which was found to be in a “disastrous state” 11 years...

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latest comment from Joey Falzon, 25/04/2024 13:22: Imma kif hux....dan salva lil-Belt mill qerda!!!!! Ahjar jaraw x'ghamlu bil-muzika w storbju lejl u nhar

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If prosecution against Keith Schembri allowed to become time-barred, 'there must be consequences'

MEP David Casa has told the European Commission President Urusla Von der Leyen that stronger action in required from the EU to address the collapse of the rule of law in Malta. “So...

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latest comment from Harold Hare, 25/04/2024 12:01: At long last. Its high time that the EU started taking note of this.

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Three arrested for drug trafficking

Three men were arrested in connection with drug trafficking after being caught red-handed with drugs on Wednesday afternoon. Police said that it received a report of a group of people in Swatar...

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Three fined €26,000 over 2016 death of 19-year-old construction worker

Three men have been fined €26,000 between them in connection with the death of a 19-year-old construction worker, who died in 2016 after falling from a height at a building site in...

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latest comment from J.Degabriele, 25/04/2024 13:00: So now we know. That's what a human life costs.

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Over 10% of Maltese 11-year-olds have drunk alcohol

A World Health Organisation (WHO) report based on data from 280,000 children in the world has found that over 10% of Maltese children aged 11 have had alcohol. 10% of Maltese 11-year-olds who...

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APS Bank plc register pre-tax profit of €5.0 million by end March

APS Bank plc on Thursday said that it had registered a pre-tax profit of the €5.0 million at Group level in the first quarter of 2024, down from €7.9 million in the corresponding period...

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Cassola launches campaign for EP election

Arnold Cassola today launched his campaign as an independent candidate in the upcoming elections for the European Parliament. Cassola presented his political manifesto, which is built around four...

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Joseph Muscat says Malta's healthcare system is not sustainable

Former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has said that the healthcare system in the country needs to change, as 'it is not sustainable'. Muscat was responding to a question posed by The Malta...

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latest comment from J.Degabriele, 25/04/2024 13:01: Well. He brought it about with the unsustainable huge numbers of people on the island.

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Malta Public Transport offers special services for Fireworks Festival and enhanced routes for 1 May

Malta Public Transport is planning to provide various public transport options for attendees of the upcoming Fireworks Festival on 30 April and actvities happening on 1 May. Similar to last...

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Architect charged over thefts from Grand Master's Palace

An architect has been remanded in custody after she was accused of stealing three vases and a clock from inside the Grand Master’s Palace during the swearing-in ceremony of President...

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latest comment from Vani, 25/04/2024 10:08: Heard a good one that I can't wait to share. There is a certain prominent person who goes gaga over heritage, especially Maiolica. Same person is known to having somehow acquired a piece of Maltese history, with the tacit blessings of the authorities. One wonders what a search inside this person's property would reveal! After all once a thief, always a thief!

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New Premier League explained: ‘New format will not be damnation or salvation of Maltese football'

The new format being proposed for Malta’s Premier League “will not be the damnation or salvation of Maltese football”, Malta Premier League chairman Joseph Muscat told the media in a...

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latest comment from R F, 25/04/2024 12:27: I hope that the Premier League clubs will not be used as washing machines to launder money from Muscat and friends!

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TMID Editorial: The bizarre hunting situation

A few days have passed since, in an interview published in The Malta Independent on Sunday, BirdLife highlighted the anomaly that exists in matters related to hunting. BirdLife president Daryl...

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latest comment from Raymond Gerada, 25/04/2024 11:11: We had a Prim Minister turning President as soon as he decided to end his political career! Putin style!

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Gozo Bishop calls out race to riches in homily

Gozo Bishop Anton Teuma has highlighted his wish to see society return to Christian values during a homily he delivered at St George's Basilica, calling out today's race to riches. He would...

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‘By Monday things will be clear,’ Muscat says on whether he will contest MEP elections

Former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has left people guessing as to whether he will contest the upcoming European Parliament elections, saying that “things will be clear” by Monday –...

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latest comment from RF, 25/04/2024 02:59: Were it not for the long outstanding need for him to be criminally investigated on the many scandals under his watch in just 6 years, he would be irrelevant and best ignored and forgotten.

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BA finds PBS guilty of bias in multi-hour programme on President’s swearing-in

The Broadcasting Authority has found PBS guilty of bias it its multi-hour programme regarding the swearing-in ceremony of new President Myriam Spiteri Debono. The BA was acting on a complaint by...

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latest comment from Vani, 24/04/2024 17:47: And? Shall we now remove this President, appoint another President, and hold a balanced event on national Tv? How is the BA going to right this imbalance? The usual fine paid out of our taxes?

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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

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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

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Man United back in another FA Cup final against Man City after narrowly avoiding humiliation

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People accused of serious crimes do not belong in the public service - Repubblika

NGO Repubblika said Wednesday that it does not understand the government's decision to bring back employees accused of serious crimes after their suspension from public service. Repubblika was...

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latest comment from Anthony Alamango, 25/04/2024 08:40: But not when a Mafia State runs the country !!!

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No break-ins reported in Swieqi this year, police say in right of reply

The Malta Police Force has said that there were no break-ins reported in Swieqi this year, up until 18 April in a right of reply to an editorial carried by The Malta Independent earlier this...

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

Jurgen Klopp’s hopes of a dream send-off were left in tatters after a 2-0 loss at Everton dealt a major blow to Liverpool’s Premier League title bid on Wednesday. Goals from...

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Delivery of voting documents by police officers

The Electoral Commission notifies those persons whose name appears in the Electoral Register published on 20 April, 2024, subject to additions, deletions and corrections ordered by the...

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Malta EP Office again calls for immediate suspension, revision of BA directive on Metsola

The European Parliament Office in Malta has again penned a letter to the Broadcasting Authority on Wednesday, calling for the immediate suspension and revision of the directive it issued regarding...

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latest comment from il Bumbardun, 24/04/2024 17:03: The broadcasting authority is wrong in this case of blatant censorship. We should be proud of Maltese upholding Malta's name and competence in important roles in world forums and the EU and not censor them. Chris Fearne, Roberta Metsola and Ian Borg fall in this category of worthy Maltese who have risen above petty and fractious local politics.

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Private property owners lease over 100 apartments to government for social housing

During the past two months, a significant number of property owners have enrolled in the innovative government subleasing initiative, “Nikru biex Nassistu”, to lease more than 100...

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latest comment from Victor Bonello, 25/04/2024 06:30: Is there a public list of who these owners are and the rental price? Which yard stick is used to calculate the rent?

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20 shortcomings related to food service in elderly homes pinpointed in authority inspections

The Elderly Persons Standards Authority has conducted a total of 254 inspections in elderly homes between January and March of 2024, noting 272 shortcomings, 20 of which were related to the food...

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

Atalanta advanced to the Italian Cup final with a 4-1 win over 10-man Fiorentina on Wednesday to set up a meeting with Juventus for the trophy. The decisive goal by Ademola Lookman in stoppage...

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'A strong and successful Libya is indispensable for a strong and successful Mediterranean’ - Borg

Peace and security in the region require a common and equitable Mediterranean prosperity, Foreign Affairs Minister Ian Borg has said. "There is no doubt that a strong and successful Libya is an...

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latest comment from cmuscat, 24/04/2024 17:57: Jien hdimt fil Libya bejn il 1980 u l 1982...u bejn il 2009 u 2011 u dejjem kemm bhala pajjiz u kemm bhala nies kienu mill aqwa...u lilna l Maltin stmawna ta kollegiu ta hbieb... Nawgura iktar koperazzjoni ghal gid ta kulhadd.

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Updated: Minister Falzon must take responsibility over benefits racket – Repubblika, PN

NGO Repubblika said Wednesday that Social Policy Minister Michael Falzon must take responsibility over the disability benefits racket, and must stop running from the consequences of his...

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latest comment from Simon Oosterman, 24/04/2024 13:52: I predict he will not resign or be sacked because many other ministers/ministries are directly or indirectly involved and all are aware of the others' (mis)deeds.

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Business

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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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The newly-christened KM Airlines

PM says that healthcare discussions require ‘national convergence’ of opinions

Presidential pardon offered to those who received social benefits illegally

Labour deputy mayor charged with threatening mother

PA revokes sheep farm permit in Bahrija

11 years ago, Valletta was in a ‘disastrous state’ – Prime Minister

If prosecution against Keith Schembri allowed to become time-barred, 'there must be consequences'

Three arrested for drug trafficking

Three fined €26,000 over 2016 death of 19-year-old construction worker

Over 10% of Maltese 11-year-olds have drunk alcohol

APS Bank plc register pre-tax profit of €5.0 million by end March

Cassola launches campaign for EP election

Joseph Muscat says Malta's healthcare system is not sustainable

Malta Public Transport offers special services for Fireworks Festival and enhanced routes for 1 May

Architect charged over thefts from Grand Master's Palace

New Premier League explained: ‘New format will not be damnation or salvation of Maltese football'

TMID Editorial: The bizarre hunting situation

Gozo Bishop calls out race to riches in homily

‘By Monday things will be clear,’ Muscat says on whether he will contest MEP elections

BA finds PBS guilty of bias in multi-hour programme on President’s swearing-in

PN to keep on lobbying for better work conditions through dialogue and investments - Grech

Public outcry against Victoria-Marsalforn road project increases, FAA says

BCA team to investigate structure where collapsed roof caused worker’s death

EU material and social deprivation rate stands at 9.2 per cent

Judicial co-operation in civil matters and the recognition and enforcement of judgments

Man accused over social benefits racket alleges public official was heavily involved

Silvio Grixti and associates to be indicted over benefits racket

Abortion returns to the spotlight in Italy, 46 years after it was legalized

TMID Editorial: The BA’s censorship of Metsola

People accused of serious crimes do not belong in the public service - Repubblika

No break-ins reported in Swieqi this year, police say in right of reply

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

Delivery of voting documents by police officers

Malta EP Office again calls for immediate suspension, revision of BA directive on Metsola

Private property owners lease over 100 apartments to government for social housing

20 shortcomings related to food service in elderly homes pinpointed in authority inspections

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

'A strong and successful Libya is indispensable for a strong and successful Mediterranean’ - Borg

Updated: Minister Falzon must take responsibility over benefits racket – Repubblika, PN

From pop to politics, what to know as Sweden prepares for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest

Sliema roof collapse victim identified as Bari Balla, father of six

BCA CEO Jesmond Muscat resigns

KM Malta Airlines cancels Thursday’s flights to Paris due to strike in France

Victoria 2031 Foundation officially registered, to lead Gozo’s bid for European City of Culture 2031

BCA CEO resignation confirms government's incompetence in construction sector - PN