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26 June 2025, Thursday

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Trump says US and Iranian officials will talk next week as ceasefire holds

Israel and Iran seemed to honor the fragile ceasefire between them for a second day Wednesday and U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that American and Iranian officials will talk next week, giving...

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Over-tourism issues in Malta highlighted in article on British media

Over-tourism issues experienced in Malta were highlighted in an article on the British news outlet Express, as tourism experts spoke about "unsustainable" numbers and the need for better...

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Alex Borg says he wants to bring many more youths to PN; sees his age ‘more as an advantage'

PN MP Alex Borg said he sees his age more as an advantage than a disadvantage, when giving a comment to this newsroom about his decision to contest for the role of PN Leader. Borg, on Tuesday...

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Bezos and Sanchez arrive in Venice as protesters say their wedding highlights wealth inequality

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez arrived in Venice, Italy, on Wednesday ahead of their star-studded weekend wedding, which has galvanized an assortment of protesters. Bezos waved...

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Ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to hold as Trump vents frustration with both sides

A fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel appeared to hold Tuesday after initially faltering, and U.S. President Donald Trump expressed frustration with both sides, saying they had fought...

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Government proposes new laws to protect vulnerable adults and ensure autonomy

The government has launched a public consultation on two draft laws that aim to significantly enhance the rights, autonomy, and protection of persons with disabilities and vulnerable adults, the...

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Court of Appeal upholds decision finding Jason Azzopardi’s comment about Carmelo Abela libellous

PL MP Carmelo Abela's libel case victory over lawyer Jason Azzopardi has been confirmed on appeal. The Court of Appeal has upheld a decision that ordered Lawyer Jason Azzopardi to pay €7,000...

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latest comment from emmanuele grech, 25/06/2025 13:47: U ejja, kif jista jkun. Mela Jason jigdeb ?? 😂

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Lawyer Aron Mifsud Bonnici charged with money laundering, tax evasion

Lawyer Aron Mifsud Bonnici has been charged with money laundering and making false tax declarations after a four-year police probe into his transactions. The 51-year-old lawyer, who is also...

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Minister calls for ‘culture change’ on alcohol consumption, as public consultation launched

Social Policy Minister Michael Falzon on Wednesday called for a national "culture change" in the way alcohol is consumed in Malta, as he launched a six-week...

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latest comment from Jason silvio, 26/06/2025 04:47: About time! U hu hsieb id droga u l vizzju tal loghob! Tistaw tintefaw tahdmu kolla fuqgha ghax hemm x tghamel! Mi snin 70 sal gurnata mqadsa tal llum falejtu biss kien min kien fil gvern!

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Youth, peace, and people-centred reforms at heart of PM address in Strasbourg

Prime Minister Robert Abela on Wednesday stated that Malta views young people not only as the future but as the leaders driving today's positive change. Focusing on the priorities of Malta's...

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Judge denies request for leniency in Sliema double murder trial

The judge presiding over the Sliema double murder trial has rejected a defence request to allow jurors to consider leniency in sentencing for one of the accused. Viktor Dragomanski, 42, a Serbian...

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Updated: Three in hospital after collision on Regional Road

A collision between a motorbike and a car on the Regional Road caused traffic mayhem on Wednesday morning. The police said the collision took place at 7.10; no more details are available...

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Alex Borg to contest PN leadership spot

MP Alex Borg will be contesting the for the Nationalist Party leadership, the Gozitan politician announced Tuesday....

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Church schools to launch Maltese language and culture projects through new agreement

The Secretariat for Catholic Education and the Centre for the Maltese Language (ĊIM) have signed an agreement aimed at introducing some of the Centre's initiatives in Church schools. The...

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TMID Editorial: Polluted beaches a threat to public health

Summer has barely begun, and already three of Malta's popular beaches have been closed to swimming due to pollution. This is deeply concerning, not only because it disrupts the public's enjoyment, but...

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819 individuals diagnosed with skin cancer from January to June 2025

Health Minister Jo Etienne Abela said that the number of individuals diagnosed with skin cancer from January 2025 to 15 June 2025 was 819. Abela was replying to a parliamentary question made by...

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Updated: People will have to fork out €840,000 for ‘Labour Party’s theft’, PN says; PL responds

The Labour was found guilty by the Constitutional Court of unlawfully retaining private property for use as a political club, the Nationalist Party said. "The Labour Party should be ashamed to...

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Delia says he brings experience, fresh perspective; states PN internal situation changed since 2020

PN MP Adrian Delia said that he is convinced that the situation inside the PN has changed from his first stint as leader of the party, which had seen internal division. ...

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Application filed by db Group to raise height of towers planned on former ITS site

The db Group has filed a Planning Application to raise the two towers that were approved on the former ITS site by 6 and 7 floors. The proposal includes the addition of 76 apartments and 6 duplex...

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Delap scores his first Chelsea goal in 3-0 win over Esperance in Club World Cup

Palmeiras come back to tie Inter Miami 2-2, sending both teams to Club World Cup round of 16

Kenan Yildiz scores twice in Juventus’ 4-1 win in Club World Cup

Inter end Urawa's Club World Cup hopes with a win on 2 late goals

Flamengo score 3 second-half goals to stun Chelsea 3-1 at the Club World Cup

Botafogo stun Champions League winners PSG 1-0 in Club World Cup

70% favour care over assisted suicide, survey shows

70% of Malta residents prefer palliative care that ensures a natural, pain-free death over assisted suicide, while nearly half admit they would consider ending their life early through euthanasia to...

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Law report: No excuses for substandard work

In a recent judgment delivered on the 6 June 2025, the First Hall Civil Court (the "FHCC"), in the case Raymond Azzopardi (the "Claimant") vs Adrian Borg (the "Respondent") presided by Madame Justice...

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Delap scores his first Chelsea goal in 3-0 win over Esperance in Club World Cup

Liam Delap scored his first goal for Chelsea and Enzo Fernández has two assists in a 3-0 win over Esperance on Tuesday night that helped clinch a round-of-16 berth in the Club World...

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Government has not yet quantified the cost for adapting to climate change, NAO says

Government has not yet quantified the cost for adapting to climate change, the National Audit Office (NAO) has said. Auditor General Charles Deguara presented the performance audit 'Climate...

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‘We must never lose sight of the lasting toll that conflicts take on people’ – Ian Borg

Behind every conflict, there are families, children and communities whose daily realities are shaped by fear, loss and uncertainty, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism...

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Italian cinema mourns Alvaro Vitali, beloved ‘Pierino’ actor

Alvaro Vitali, the iconic Italian actor and comedian best known for his portrayal of the mischievous "Pierino," passed away this afternoon in Rome. He was 75. Vitali rose to fame for his...

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Survey reveals public bus usage on the rise

Residents in Malta aged 16 and over make an estimated 1.36 million trips every day, averaging 2.8 trips per person per day across all modes of transport, a statement by Malta Public Transport said...

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Police Superintendent recounts gruesome scene in Sliema double murder trial

Police Superintendent James Grech gave chilling testimony on Tuesday as he described the horrific crime scene at the Sliema residence where Christian Pandolfino and Ivor Maciejowski were found...

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Health warning against swimming near Chalet in Sliema lifted

The Environmental Health Directorate has said that the health warning on swimming near the Chalet in Sliema has been lifted. On 18 June, the directorate had issued a warning to bathers not...

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153 people diagnosed with HIV/AIDS since January 2024, no new diagnoses since April

Health Minister Jo Etienne Abela shared on Tuesday that over the past 18 months, 153 people have been diagnosed with HIV or AIDS. Positively, the numbers reveal that no new diagnoses have been made...

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Business

Red pill or blue pill? The choice between artificial comfort and reality in the age of AI

Moneybase looks at Maltese talent for new card designs

Sicilia Outlet Village launches summer sales

BMIT Technologies posts record year as transformation strategy gains pace

APS Bank supports financial literacy on national TV

Malta Bankers’ Association convenes conference on fraud and financial crime compliance

New BOV branch opens in Mosta

Trump says US and Iranian officials will talk next week as ceasefire holds

Over-tourism issues in Malta highlighted in article on British media

Alex Borg says he wants to bring many more youths to PN; sees his age ‘more as an advantage'

Bezos and Sanchez arrive in Venice as protesters say their wedding highlights wealth inequality

Ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to hold as Trump vents frustration with both sides

Government proposes new laws to protect vulnerable adults and ensure autonomy

Court of Appeal upholds decision finding Jason Azzopardi’s comment about Carmelo Abela libellous

Lawyer Aron Mifsud Bonnici charged with money laundering, tax evasion

Minister calls for ‘culture change’ on alcohol consumption, as public consultation launched

Youth, peace, and people-centred reforms at heart of PM address in Strasbourg

Judge denies request for leniency in Sliema double murder trial

Updated: Three in hospital after collision on Regional Road

Alex Borg to contest PN leadership spot

Church schools to launch Maltese language and culture projects through new agreement

TMID Editorial: Polluted beaches a threat to public health

819 individuals diagnosed with skin cancer from January to June 2025

Updated: People will have to fork out €840,000 for ‘Labour Party’s theft’, PN says; PL responds

Delia says he brings experience, fresh perspective; states PN internal situation changed since 2020

Application filed by db Group to raise height of towers planned on former ITS site

Malta up 12 places in United Nations Sustainable Development ranking

New parking area for workers at Mater Dei Hospital

Trump ceasefire plan challenged as Israel says Iran launched more missiles

NATO leaders gather Tuesday for what could be a historic summit, or one marred by divisions

Armed Forces of Malta signs new sectoral agreement

Watch - The decline of the landline: A vanishing fixture in Maltese households

Adrian Delia officially enters race to be next PN leader, as he eyes comeback

Over 1,700 magisterial inquiries are pending, Justice Minister says

Judicial Standards Commissioner law approved; PN shoots down bulk of constitutional reforms

70% favour care over assisted suicide, survey shows

Law report: No excuses for substandard work

Delap scores his first Chelsea goal in 3-0 win over Esperance in Club World Cup

Government has not yet quantified the cost for adapting to climate change, NAO says

‘We must never lose sight of the lasting toll that conflicts take on people’ – Ian Borg

Italian cinema mourns Alvaro Vitali, beloved ‘Pierino’ actor

Survey reveals public bus usage on the rise

Police Superintendent recounts gruesome scene in Sliema double murder trial

Health warning against swimming near Chalet in Sliema lifted

153 people diagnosed with HIV/AIDS since January 2024, no new diagnoses since April

TMID Editorial: ‘The rule of developers’

Iran launches missile attacks on US bases in Qatar and Iraq

Updated: Raymond Caruana, killed 39 years ago, receives government invitation for medical screening

Noel Arrigo, a former chief justice who was at the heart of a judicial scandal, dies

Planned incinerators set to produce 27,000 tonnes of ash each year

Government ignores Ombudsman recommendations on directive restricting teachers in media appearances