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4 April 2025, Friday

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Soldier dismissed, another demoted after AFM drug heist

An Armed Forces of Malta soldier has been dismissed and another has been demoted following the conclusion of an inquiry into the drug heist from an army compound in Safi last month. More than 100...

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No ethics breach over PM’s licence racket comments; Commissioner warns of ‘defending clientelism’

The Standards Commissioner found that Prime Minister Robert Abela did not breach ethics with comments he had made back in 2023 over the driving licence racket scandal, "even if that opinion could be...

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Abela told Standards Commissioner he may change law if Cassola keeps filing ‘frivolous complaints’

Prime Minister Robert Abela told Standards Commissioner Joseph Azzopardi in a letter during the latter’s investigation into a complaint filed by independent politician Arnold Cassola that should...

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10 cases of abuse by Church personnel in 2024 ‘substantiated’

The Safeguarding Commission within the Archdiocese of Malta found that allegations made in 10 of the 41 cases of alleged abuse against minors and vulnerable adults concluded in 2014 were...

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Ornis committee accepts proposal to open spring hunting season for Turtle-dove

The Ornis Committee, during a meeting on Wednesday, accepted the FKNK's proposal to open a spring hunting season on Turtle-doves, BirdLife Malta said. It said that it was accepted "with the...

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Comino described in British media as 'some run-down favela in some forsaken country'

Comino has been described in the British media as a rat infested nightmare that 'resembles a run-down favela in a forsaken country'. An article which first appeared on The Telegraph and was later...

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latest comment from Matthew Gatt, 03/04/2025 13:17: A magical island, reduced to a pigsty so that some people can make money.

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Labour MEPs vote ‘in favour of Maltese SMEs’

The Labour Party said in a statement on Thursday that its MEPs had Parliament voted in favour of the stop the clock Commission proposal as regards the dates from which Member States are to apply...

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Government does not have a long-term plan to address traffic problems – PN

Despite government announcing a number of measures to curb traffic in the country, it does not have an effective long-term plan, the PN said on Thursday. PN MPs Mark Anthony Sammut and David...

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PN has no interest in addressing country’s current traffic needs, PL says

The Labour Party said that the PN has no credibility when it comes to traffic, and has no interest in fixing the country's current needs in this sector. The PL said that if there is a party which...

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Abela continues to protect himself while silencing the people, PN says; PL responds

Robert Abela's Government continues to prioritise its own interests and those of its inner circle, rather than putting forward solutions to the country's challenges and standing up for the Maltese and...

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Fourth edition of the National STEM Community Fund launched, a 300% increase in allocated funds

The National Working Group on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) involvement officially launched the fourth edition of the National STEM Community Fund for 2025. This...

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Tariffs and inflation

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The weakness of strength

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Mqabba: abandoned by the state institutions

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The resignations conundrum

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Long term vision to address over-population needed

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Valletta is not a museum: it is, and must remain, a real city

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Urgent: joint effort in defence

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MEP Peter Agius highlights EU opportunities for Gozo connectivity

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Hungary welcomes Netanyahu and announces it's quitting top war crimes court

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Hungary's capital early Thursday to red carpet treatment despite a warrant for his arrest issued by the world's top war crimes...

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latest comment from Paul bermon, 03/04/2025 15:22: Neither the United States or Israel are signatories to the ICC but both give positive comments for any warrants they put out for Russia and Africa. As both have killed millions of civilians between them they cant join

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Repubblika to open a constitutional case against magisterial inquiry reform

A group of protestors gathered outside Parliament on Wednesday, to make their voices heard against a bill that will change the way magisterial inquiries are requested. A vote on the bill is set...

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latest comment from Divi, 03/04/2025 14:34: tal- "helsien"

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Malta to host Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Ministerial on Employment and Labour

Three years after the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Ministerial on Employment and Labour in Marrakech, the Ministry for Home Affairs, Security, and Employment announced that Malta will host the...

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Trump announces sweeping new tariffs to promote US manufacturing, risking inflation and trade wars

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced far-reaching new tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners - a 34% tax on imports from China and 20% on the European Union, among others -...

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Controversial magisterial inquiry reform bill passes final vote; Opposition votes against

The government's bill regarding a magisterial inquiry reform passed a third reading stage vote in parliament on Tuesday, with 37 MPs voting in favour, and 30 voting against. The Nationalist Party...

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latest comment from Summer Shade, 03/04/2025 07:32: That place looks very crammed, very short of an honorable place. It was already too small and yet the genius ex Prime Minister increased the number of members in Parliament. They're so close to each other, god forbid there's a scuffle.

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Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 3,085 as more bodies found

The death toll from the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar nearly a week ago rose Thursday to 3,085 as search and rescue teams found more bodies, the military-led government said,...

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PN MPs walk out of Parliament during vote on motion to censure Karol Aquilina

A motion to censure Nationalist Party MP Karol Aquilina and in support of the work of Speaker Anglu Farrugia was passed in parliament on Wednesday, with 37 voting in favour and none voting...

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US 'reciprocal' tariffs against dozens of nations draw dismay, calls for negotiations

Sweeping new tariffs announced Wednesday by U.S. President Donald Trump provoked dismay, threats of countermeasures and calls for further negotiations to make trade rules fairer. But...

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Liverpool beat Everton 1-0 to restore 12-point lead in the Premier League

Saka scores in Arsenal win on return from injury; Forest beat United thanks to Elanga's wonder goal

Premier League: Zibo brace puts Wanderers in Top Six

Serie A title race down to Inter and Napoli after Atalanta lose again

Man City rally to beat Bournemouth and reach FA Cup semifinals but Haaland goes off injured

Tudor's toss leads to a goal in successful debut as Juventus coach

Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest advance to FA Cup semifinals

TMID Editorial: The crucial role of volunteers

The recent announcement of the launch of a public consultation exercise on the National Strategy for the Voluntary Sector represents a significant step towards recognising and strengthening the...

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Joseph Muscat’s mobile phone wiped clean three weeks before police raid, court told

Former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat's iPhone was wiped clean weeks before police raided his home and seized it, a court heard on Wednesday. Muscat also used Google to twice search for information...

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latest comment from John Tonna, 03/04/2025 08:23: In a post-covid world, it is wise to wipe clean all things you touch

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Government uses Parliament to trample on people’s rights, PN says after vote; PL defends position

The public was once again given clear proof of a Government that uses Parliament to trample on people's rights and to try to silence any voice that holds it to account, The Nationalist Party has...

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Liverpool beat Everton 1-0 to restore 12-point lead in the Premier League

Diogo Jota scored the goal that settled the Merseyside derby on Wednesday and kept Liverpool's Premier League title challenge on track. The Portugal international's second-half strike sealed a...

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PN says PL electoral districts revision will ‘weaken residents’ voice’; PL responds

The Nationalist Party has said that the Labour Party’s proposed revision of electoral districts will weaken residents’ voices rather than strengthening them as it will split multiple...

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latest comment from RF, 02/04/2025 20:40: Reducing the number of districts or making Malta one district would not give rise to such obvious gerrymandering. The number of elected candidates should also be slashed.

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Joseph Muscat had things to hide, afraid of serious consequences, Repubblika says

Former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat had things to hide and is afraid of serious consequences, NGO Repubblika said. It was reacting to a court sitting during which it was revealed that he had...

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The EU Parliament has transparency problems. Marine Le Pen's case is a window into what's wrong

The conviction of one of the most powerful figures of the European far right for embezzling EU Parliament funds has sent shockwaves around the continent and beyond. But Marine Le Pen's...

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Opposition refuses to take part in PM’s ‘April Fool’s Day farce’, PN says

On Tuesday, the Opposition refused to participate in Prime Minister Robert Abela's April Fool's Day charade, the Nationalist Party said in a statement. Its representatives walked out of a meeting of...

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Bernard Grech makes last appeal for vote against controversial magisterial inquiry reform bill

Opposition Leader Bernard Grech made his last appeal for a vote against the government's controversial magisterial inquiry reform bill, ahead of the vote which will take place in Parliament Wednesday...

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latest comment from Alfred Zammit, 02/04/2025 17:32: bang on. if pn or rather when pn go to government Law should be reversed and backdated so all involved will get their due

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Winners announced for the 12th Edition of the Malta Waste Reduction Awards

Schools, public entities, NGOs, businesses, and individuals were recognised for their outstanding contributions to waste reduction during the 12th edition of the Malta Waste Reduction Awards....

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Business

Malta welcomes LOT Polish Airlines: Strengthening connectivity to Europe, Asia and North America

Innovate International Ltd becomes Fujitsu’s sole certified service partner in Malta

Should Europe focus on warfare and less on welfare?

Adriana Baldacchino wins BOV Special Prize in Science

BOV upgraded by Fitch to 'BBB' with stable outlook

MEIA elects new executive committee during its AGM

APS Bank colleagues share expertise at key industry events

Soldier dismissed, another demoted after AFM drug heist

No ethics breach over PM’s licence racket comments; Commissioner warns of ‘defending clientelism’

Abela told Standards Commissioner he may change law if Cassola keeps filing ‘frivolous complaints’

10 cases of abuse by Church personnel in 2024 ‘substantiated’

Ornis committee accepts proposal to open spring hunting season for Turtle-dove

Comino described in British media as 'some run-down favela in some forsaken country'

Labour MEPs vote ‘in favour of Maltese SMEs’

Government does not have a long-term plan to address traffic problems – PN

PN has no interest in addressing country’s current traffic needs, PL says

Abela continues to protect himself while silencing the people, PN says; PL responds

Fourth edition of the National STEM Community Fund launched, a 300% increase in allocated funds

Hungary welcomes Netanyahu and announces it's quitting top war crimes court

Repubblika to open a constitutional case against magisterial inquiry reform

Malta to host Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Ministerial on Employment and Labour

Trump announces sweeping new tariffs to promote US manufacturing, risking inflation and trade wars

Controversial magisterial inquiry reform bill passes final vote; Opposition votes against

Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 3,085 as more bodies found

PN MPs walk out of Parliament during vote on motion to censure Karol Aquilina

US 'reciprocal' tariffs against dozens of nations draw dismay, calls for negotiations

Jury trial kicks off against man charged with raping his wife

19 people filmed illegally bird trapping, Committee Against Bird Slaughter says

Government signs promise of sale agreement with owners of King’s Own Band Club premises in Valletta

ADPD says PN and PL are adjusting electoral districts to suit their needs

Government studying emerging crimes in digital security and cybersecurity

Government introduces paid IVF leave for self-employed prospective parents

20th anniversary of Saint Pope Paul John II’s death

TMID Editorial: Abela attacks media to protect allies

Yorgen Fenech claimed Keith Schembri promised him a presidential pardon, court hears

TMID Editorial: The crucial role of volunteers

Joseph Muscat’s mobile phone wiped clean three weeks before police raid, court told

Government uses Parliament to trample on people’s rights, PN says after vote; PL defends position

Liverpool beat Everton 1-0 to restore 12-point lead in the Premier League

PN says PL electoral districts revision will ‘weaken residents’ voice’; PL responds

Joseph Muscat had things to hide, afraid of serious consequences, Repubblika says

The EU Parliament has transparency problems. Marine Le Pen's case is a window into what's wrong

Opposition refuses to take part in PM’s ‘April Fool’s Day farce’, PN says

Bernard Grech makes last appeal for vote against controversial magisterial inquiry reform bill

Winners announced for the 12th Edition of the Malta Waste Reduction Awards

Man handed four-year prison sentence over 2017 road fatality

CJEU clarifies when payment period can exceed 60 days under Late Payments Directive

Nurse stabbed by colleague tells court she could not understand reason behind attack

Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and Batman star with an intense approach, dies at 65

‘History will condemn this government,’ Robert Aquilina says ahead of Wednesday’s protest

Bitcoin investor, a Maltese citizen, buys an entire SpaceX flight for the ultimate polar adventure