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31 October 2026, Saturday

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Qrendi residents gatecrash garden opening in protest over major residential project

Activists and local residents gatecrashed the official inauguration of a newly opened garden in Qrendi, confronting Environment Minister Miriam Dalli over a proposed massive residential development in...

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Momentum reveals 22 questions asked in survey commissioned by Yorgen Fenech's uncle

A survey commissioned by Raymond Fenech, the uncle of businessman Yorgen Fenech, asked respondents whether they believed the businessman ordered the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia and whether they...

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Saint James marks major milestone for private healthcare with specialised heart procedures

Three specialised heart procedures that were previously only available through Malta's public health service have just been successfully performed at Saint James Hospital, marking a first for the...

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Employer bodies say economic transformation requires careful calibration of policies

The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry, the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA), the Malta Chamber of SMEs and the Malta Employers' Association (Malta Employers) said...

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21-year-old charged with terrorism-related offences after probe into alleged travel to Syria

A 21-year-old man from Żabbar has been charged with four terrorism-related offences following an investigation that began after police received confidential information about a Maltese national...

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Prosecution tells jurors: 'Lorin Scicluna cannot escape responsibility for Cisse murder'

The prosecution argued that Lorin Scicluna cannot escape responsibility for the murder of Lassane Cisse simply by claiming that his co-accused, Francesco Fenech, was the person who fired the fatal...

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More tourists but lower per capita expenditure in first 9 months – NSO

Inbound tourists for the first nine months of 2026 amounted to 3,599,493, an increase of 17.0 per cent over the same period in 2025, the NSO said Friday. Total nights spent by inbound tourists went up...

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Updated: Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV is poised to make history by becoming the first pontiff to vote in a secular election after requesting a mail-in ballot for next week's US midterm elections, international media...

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PN says Budget offers no answers on Malta’s growing quality of life concerns

The Nationalist Party has criticised the government for failing to address Malta's growing quality of life concerns in its latest Budget, describing it as lacking vision and a clear direction for the...

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Pepper spray triggered Paceville nightclub panic, but safety failures worsened injuries, court finds

A man who discharged pepper spray inside a crowded Paceville nightclub more than a decade ago has been given a suspended prison sentence after the Court of Appeal reversed his earlier...

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Maltese-flagged pleasure yachts secure privileged access through US ports, Ministry announces

The Ministry for Sustainable Mobility announced what it called "a historic achievement for the maritime sector" as, for the first time, pleasure yachts registered under the Maltese flag will be able...

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Schools to get €6m air-conditioning investment as government tackles poor PISA results

Education Minister Byron Camilleri has acknowledged that Malta's performance in the latest PISA assessment is unsatisfactory, as he outlined a series of budget measures aimed at improving literacy,...

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Health Minister launches seasonal vaccination campaign – ‘Less Flu, More You’

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health, Ian Borg, launched the Seasonal Vaccination Campaign 2026/2027, which will begin on Monday, 2 November 2026. The campaign will offer vaccination...

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Netanyahu’s party claims election 'stolen' as results show him losing majority

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's party on Thursday amplified unsubstantiated allegations that Arab-led parties had "stolen" the election, potentially with foreign assistance, as final...

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Lassana Cisse trial: defence urges jury to ignore Yorgen Fenech controversy

Defence lawyer Edward Gatt has urged jurors in the trial of Lorin Scicluna, accused of killing Lassana Cisse, to disregard allegations and criticism directed at jurors who served in the separate trial...

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At end Q3, government debt at nearly €12bn – NSO

At the end of September 2026, Central Government debt stood at €11,956.6 million, an increase of €846.4 million when compared to 2025, the NSO said Friday. The increase reported under Malta...

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Ceiling of Valletta shop collapses

Emergency services rushed to South Street in Valletta on Friday morning following reports that the internal ceiling of a shop had partially collapsed. The incident happened at around 10:20 am...

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TMID Editorial: Welcomed as workers, treated as outsiders

Malta has spent years relying on foreign workers to sustain its economic growth, fill vacancies across essential sectors and keep businesses operating, yet the very people who have become...

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Updated: Paola mayor's asset freeze by developer lifted after strong backlash

Paola mayor Jason Silvio has said his personal bank accounts were seized following legal action by a developer after the local council appealed a Planning Authority decision concerning a development...

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latest comment from RF, 29/10/2026 19:01: Wasn't the garnishee order applied or signed by a lawyer? Are there such supposedly professional people who resort to such tactics? Can't they distinguish between personal and official actions?

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Late own goals help Inter beat Venezia 2-0 in Serie A while Milan lose 4-2

Lazio rout Sassuolo 6-2 to stay top of Serie A, humiliating cup exit for Espanyol

Arsenal embarrassed in penalty-shootout loss to 4th-tier Fleetwood in English League Cup stunner

YoHealth Malta Premier - Spartans stun leaders Valletta

Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or and Putellas wins her third

Kimi Antonelli wins US Grand Prix and tightens his grip on historic F1 title chase

Man United humbled by Bournemouth to leave Carrick's job under threat, Liverpool beat Brighton

Mbappé leads Real Madrid to 2-1 win over Barcelona in clasico, Bayern back on top in Germany

Man City fall at Aston Villa and Arsenal move level on top of the Premier League

Roma hold Napoli to dramatic draw and Dortmund beat Frankfurt ahead of Bayern clash

Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and 'X-Men' fame, dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, the classically trained actor who added Shakespearean gravitas to the "Star Trek" and "X-Men" franchises, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following "a...

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Over €100 million earmarked for digitalisation as Economy Minister presents economic initiatives

More than €100 million is earmarked for digitalisation and artificial intelligence under a package of 10 economic initiatives presented by Economy Minister Silvio Schembri. The measures,...

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European Central Bank head resigns, allowing search for successor to begin before French election

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will resign nine months before the end of her term, a move that opens the way for European leaders to choose a successor ahead of France's...

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PN says businesses and families should not pay for government’s economic failures

The Nationalist Party has argued that Maltese and Gozitan businesses and families should not bear the costs of what it described as the Labour government's failure to plan for population...

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latest comment from Memphis Belle, 29/10/2026 19:49: The PN is to good to be true by saying , businesses and families should not pay for government’s economic failures,it is possible that the PN did not analysed and understood the budget measures announced in favour of the families and businesses...

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Rosianne Cutajar meets educators on tackling disinformation and polarisation in schools

Minister for Equality and Civil Rights Rosianne Cutajar met with educators and school administrators participating in training on how educational institutions can be better prepared to address...

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Governance consultant urges non-EU workers to strike for a week

Governance consultant David Spiteri Gingell has urged trade unions and the Third-Country National (TCN) Alliance to coordinate a week-long strike for non-EU workers. The proposal aims to...

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latest comment from C Xerri, 29/10/2026 17:03: When did the Government state that foreign workers were dispensible? Is withdrawing some concessions, while leaving them more important concessions, like free health and educational service a sign that the Government was stating that foreign workers were dispensible?

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Spain reckons with 2nd deadly train crash of the year ahead of national election

Spain's second high-speed rail disaster this year, a crash in which one train struck another from behind, killing 68 people, has raised fresh concerns about the safety of the country's rail...

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Joseph Portelli’s ex-business associate granted bail after entering Mercury Towers armed with knife

A former business associate of Joseph Portelli was granted bail on Thursday after allegedly entering Mercury Towers armed with a steak knife in his pocket and making his way to the offices occupied by...

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ECB holds rates at 2.5% amid rising inflation risks

The European Central Bank (ECB) has kept its three key interest rates unchanged following September's rate increase, with the deposit facility rate remaining at 2.5%, as policymakers assess renewed...

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Malta International Airport shareholders’ event draws record crowd of more than 350

More than 350 people attended Malta International Airport’s (MIA) annual shareholders’ event on Wednesday, marking a record turnout for the gathering, MIA said in a...

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Business

ECB holds rates at 2.5% amid rising inflation risks

Roma Outlet Village opens its doors on 6 November

Malta records 7.5 million active online gambling accounts and nearly 850,000 casino visits

Emirates honoured at Sky Media Travel Awards held in Malta

BOV raises 2026 profit guidance as nine-month earnings reach €189.6 million

How Bitcoin Pushed Its Way Over the $65,000 Marker

MBB calls for a strong EU Budget to safeguard Maltese Businesses

Total tax revenue reaches almost €7.5bn, NSO says

HSBC Malta: Strong and resilient results continued through Q3 2026

Does Europe’s low compute matters in the AI race

Qrendi residents gatecrash garden opening in protest over major residential project

Momentum reveals 22 questions asked in survey commissioned by Yorgen Fenech's uncle

Saint James marks major milestone for private healthcare with specialised heart procedures

Employer bodies say economic transformation requires careful calibration of policies

21-year-old charged with terrorism-related offences after probe into alleged travel to Syria

Prosecution tells jurors: 'Lorin Scicluna cannot escape responsibility for Cisse murder'

More tourists but lower per capita expenditure in first 9 months – NSO

Updated: Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

PN says Budget offers no answers on Malta’s growing quality of life concerns

Pepper spray triggered Paceville nightclub panic, but safety failures worsened injuries, court finds

Maltese-flagged pleasure yachts secure privileged access through US ports, Ministry announces

Schools to get €6m air-conditioning investment as government tackles poor PISA results

Health Minister launches seasonal vaccination campaign – ‘Less Flu, More You’

Netanyahu’s party claims election 'stolen' as results show him losing majority

Lassana Cisse trial: defence urges jury to ignore Yorgen Fenech controversy

At end Q3, government debt at nearly €12bn – NSO

Ceiling of Valletta shop collapses

TMID Editorial: Welcomed as workers, treated as outsiders

Updated: Paola mayor's asset freeze by developer lifted after strong backlash

Energy Minister calls for EU flexibility to protect families and businesses from energy pressures

TMID Editorial: The ‘budget conclave’ should never have been scrapped

Gozo Ministry officials acquitted over worker's death in Dwejra public toilet roof collapse

Archbishop urges young people to build safe spaces and healthy relationships at diocesan gathering

Speaker highlights mental health challenges faced by people in public life, including MPs

Lorin Scicluna in murder trial: 'It was supposed to be a cat. It ended up being three migrants'

Abela on TCN fees: ‘Which country gives all services for free?’

Rosianne Cutajar ‘not personally comfortable’ with Budget 2027 measures affecting TCNs

PN challenges government to justify Budget measures with studies and investment plans

Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and 'X-Men' fame, dies at 86

Over €100 million earmarked for digitalisation as Economy Minister presents economic initiatives

European Central Bank head resigns, allowing search for successor to begin before French election

PN says businesses and families should not pay for government’s economic failures

Rosianne Cutajar meets educators on tackling disinformation and polarisation in schools

Governance consultant urges non-EU workers to strike for a week

Spain reckons with 2nd deadly train crash of the year ahead of national election

Joseph Portelli’s ex-business associate granted bail after entering Mercury Towers armed with knife

ECB holds rates at 2.5% amid rising inflation risks

Malta International Airport shareholders’ event draws record crowd of more than 350

PM Robert Abela inaugurates €6m Buddha-Bar Malta

‘Budget 2027 is creating a country that segregates people by nationality,’ 24 organisations warn

Three consortia submit bids for new €1.8 billion geriatric hospital in Luqa

Health Minister says Budget 2027 to invest in care services that grant families peace of mind

Commemorative plaque installed inside Parliament to mark 105 years of Maltese political life

Seven hunting licences suspended or revoked between February and May 2026