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Updated (3): Mighty and meek bid farewell to Pope Francis as he is remembered as pope of the people

Tens of thousands of people poured into St. Peter's Square starting at dawn Saturday to honor Pope Francis with a farewell ceremony reflecting his priorities as pope and wishes as pastor:...

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Trump pays his respects to a pope who publicly and pointedly disagreed with him, meets Zelenskyy

President Donald Trump on Saturday was among more than 50 heads of state and other dignitaries attending the funeral of Pope Francis, where he paid his respects to the Roman Catholic...

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Schembri public aides carry out constituency work, but ethics breach not proven

Economy Minister Silvio Schembri was found to have used taxpayer-funded persons of trust for constituency work, but the parliamentary Standards Commissioner concluded there is insufficient evidence to...

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latest comment from Mark Debono, 26/04/2025 09:43: Wow what a shock,not par for the course here but to be fair the puppet put in his place to do their bidding is doing a grand job?

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In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn't he return?

Jorge Mario Bergoglio, born in Buenos Aires, never set foot in his homeland after becoming Pope Francis in 2013. That left many of the faithful in Argentina feeling puzzled and snubbed by the...

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The Latest: Francis is remembered as a ‘pope among the people’ in his funeral Mass

As many as 200,000 people are expected to attend Pope Francis' funeral in St. Peter's Square as he is being laid to rest Saturday. While dignitaries are on hand, prisoners and migrants will usher...

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Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

Pope Francis chose his place of burial in St. Mary Major Basilica, near an icon of the Madonna that he revered, because it reflects his "humble, simple and essential'' life, the...

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latest comment from Richard Caruana, 26/04/2025 08:00: They always conveniently forget the *Vigorously encouraged8 donation to see the body.

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European Commission’s case against Malta’s golden passport’s scheme to be decided next week

The European Court of Justice is set to decide on the European Commission's case against Malta's citizenship-by-investment scheme on Tuesday. Malta's citizenship-by-investment scheme - which is...

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latest comment from Raymond Gerada, 26/04/2025 06:14: A similar scheme is being introduced in the USA right now.

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Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal, dies

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died. She was 41. Giuffre...

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TMID Editorial: Debates on development

Should a previous development existing in a particular place or site be a pretext for that site to remain developed or be re-developed? That's one of the most significant principles that is held...

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About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

More than 250,000 people paid their last respects to Pope Francis over three days of public viewing by ordinary mourners, church and political leaders that ended Friday, when his coffin was...

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Inauguration of a winch room and service pillars at St Thomas Bay

The Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Animal Rights, Alicia Bugeja Said, inaugurated a new infrastructural project at Marsaskala Port. The project includes a Winch Room and...

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Trump and Zelenskyy among dignitaries converging on Rome for funeral of Pope Francis

Heads of state and royalty will start converging on Rome on Friday for the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican's St. Peter's Square, but the group of poor people who will meet his...

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BCRS addresses video of man cheating machine, says such acts constitute theft

BCRS Malta Ltd has stated that it is aware of a post circulating on social media depicting a man repeatedly violating the regulations and intended use of one of its machines. The man in the video...

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latest comment from Mike Gatt, 25/04/2025 20:00: Can’t imagine what would have happened if this guy stole €400 million of healthcare funds instead of the 10cent coupons of BCRS. I’m sure the police would make the time to investigate this one. Justice is blind, seems like only for parliamentarians.

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Pope Francis saw environmental and climate issues as moral concerns

Few moments in Pope Francis' papacy better exemplify his understanding of climate change and the need to address it than the rain-soaked Mass he celebrated in Tacloban, Philippines, in...

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Maksar gang trial - Prison call tapping led investigators to Melvin Theuma, jury hears

The jury trial of brothers Robert and Adrian Agius, known as the 'Ta' Maksar' brothers, along with Jamie Vella and George Degiorgio who are accused of the murders of investigative journalist Daphne...

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A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican

Hours after Pope Francis' death was announced, Israel's Foreign Ministry posted a short message on X: "Rest in peace, Pope Francis. May his memory be a blessing." Several hours later, it was...

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Government debt at nearly €10.8 billion at end March – NSO

At the end of March 2025, Central Government debt stood at €10,794.1 million, an increase of €844.4 million when compared to 2024, the NSO said Friday. The increase reported under Malta...

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latest comment from missawt, 25/04/2025 14:42: Do you remember when Labour (in opposition) used to tell us that every child born carries so much burden of govt. debt on its shoulders.

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President leaves for Rome, Speaker to serve as Acting President

President Myriam Spiteri Debono left Malta this morning for Rome, where she will be attending the funeral of Pope Francis tomorrow. She will return on Sunday. In her absence, Speaker Anglu...

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latest comment from Mark Debono, 25/04/2025 10:37: A puppet standing in for another puppet and both are there for who they know and what they know maybe?

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Liverpool must wait to clinch Premier League title after Arsenal draw with Palace

Milan ruin Inter's treble bid with derby win to reach Italian Cup final

Man City score late winner to beat Aston Villa 2-1 and boost Champions League hopes

Inter struggle at Bologna again and are left level with Napoli atop Serie A

Liverpool need one more win to secure the Premier League title after beating Leicester 1-0

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead

McTominay meets Conte's demand and lifts Napoli level with Serie A leader Inter

Unheralded O'Reilly stars again for Man City as Villa thrash Newcastle in Premier League

Have you seen this man?

The police are looking for Vilson Zhuka, who is wanted in relation to an ongoing investigation. Anyone with any information, is asked to contact the Police by sending a message via this page or...

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Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much

The papacy of Pope Francis ended with the same core doctrine for LGBTQ+ people that he inherited: The Catholic Church still rejected same-sex marriage and condemned any sexual relations...

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latest comment from Evelyn Grech, 25/04/2025 18:24: No Pope can change Church Doctrine and the punishment for this is Hell! St. Paul further warned that even if an Angel came down from Heaven and tried to remove a coma from the Bible, he will be condemned!

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Archbishop Scicluna to attend funeral of Pope Francis

Archbishop Charles Scicluna leaves Malta today to attend the funeral Mass of His Holiness Pope Francis, which will be held tomorrow, at 10am in St Peter's Square at the Vatican, the archdiocese said...

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Public Works to undertake regeneration project at the Parish Centre in Safi

From a neglected Parish Centre in Safi, the Department of Public Works will be working on a holistic regeneration project for the Centre, aiming to restore it as the natural hub for the Safi...

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TMID Editorial: Urban spaces and green projects

It was good to hear that the government's major urban greening proposals are still on the cards, although some plans have changed. During an interview published in The Malta Independent on...

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Tuna fishing season begins

The tuna fishing season has begun, with the first tuna catch having been brought into St Paul's Bay on Wednesday, the Parliamentary Secretariat for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Animal Rights...

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Acting President Anglu Farrugia attends Anzac Day commemoration

Acting President of Malta Anglu Farrugia attended the Anzac Day commemoration on Friday at the military cemetery in Pieta, the Office of the President stated. Farrugia was welcomed by Australian...

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NGOs denounce re-appointment of Perit Elizabeth Ellul as chairperson of a Planning Commission

A coalition of environmental non-governmental organizations on Friday raised serious concerns regarding the recent re-appointment of Perit Elizabeth Ellul as Chairperson of a Planning Commission that...

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latest comment from S. Camilleri, 25/04/2025 12:53: "The re-appointment of Johann Buttigieg as CEO of the Planning Authority and now of Perit Ellul only reinforces the perception that the government is being unduly influenced by developers, the NGOs said." Amen. And it by now it goes beyond perception, much, much, further.

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Malta Public Transport to provide special services for Festa Frawli and Fireworks Festival

Malta Public Transport is announcing special public transport arrangements for the upcoming Festa Frawli and Fireworks Festival events. For those planning to visit the Festa Frawli in Mġarr,...

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Trial of Maksar brothers, Jamie Vella, George Degiorgio over Chircop, Caruana Galizia murders begins

A jury has been selected and proceedings have officially begun in the trial of four men accused of the murders of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia and lawyer Carmel Chircop. The...

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Government debt at nearly €10.8 billion at end March – NSO

BOV launches Investment Funds Campaign

PM Abela announces novel policy initiative to provide support to innovative startups

MaltaPost to issue special stamp dedicated to Pope Francis on Saturday

Nearly 81,000 foreigners study English in Malta in 2024 - NSO

RS2 bids for HSBC Malta, aims to revive Mid-Med Bank brand

Finance Minister says HSBC Malta takeover ‘cannot take forever’

BOV champions sustainability on Earth Day 2025

New €8 million bypass to be built between Zabbar and Kalkara

Ride a flying carpet to 2050

Updated (3): Mighty and meek bid farewell to Pope Francis as he is remembered as pope of the people

Trump pays his respects to a pope who publicly and pointedly disagreed with him, meets Zelenskyy

Schembri public aides carry out constituency work, but ethics breach not proven

In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn't he return?

The Latest: Francis is remembered as a ‘pope among the people’ in his funeral Mass

Pope's burial place reflects his 'humble, essential' life, Rome's poor will pay him a final tribute

European Commission’s case against Malta’s golden passport’s scheme to be decided next week

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal, dies

TMID Editorial: Debates on development

About 250,000 mourners pay last respects to Pope Francis over 3 days of public viewing

Inauguration of a winch room and service pillars at St Thomas Bay

Trump and Zelenskyy among dignitaries converging on Rome for funeral of Pope Francis

BCRS addresses video of man cheating machine, says such acts constitute theft

Pope Francis saw environmental and climate issues as moral concerns

Maksar gang trial - Prison call tapping led investigators to Melvin Theuma, jury hears

A deleted condolence after pope’s death revealed tension between Israel and the Vatican

Government debt at nearly €10.8 billion at end March – NSO

President leaves for Rome, Speaker to serve as Acting President

Pope's doctor recounts Francis' last moments in newspaper interview

Updated: Planning Authority approves development of hotel and bungalows on Comino

Malta pays its last respects to Francis Zammit Dimech

St James Hospital targeted by ‘sophisticated’ cyber attack

No injuries in Gzira explosion

‘Halal is not the problem, our exaggerated consumption of meat is’ – Animal Welfare Commissioner

Vatican keeps St Peter's open all night for public viewing of Pope Francis due to strong turnout

Health Ministry launches national palliative care strategy for next ten years

PM Abela announces novel policy initiative to provide support to innovative startups

Have you seen this man?

Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much

Archbishop Scicluna to attend funeral of Pope Francis

Public Works to undertake regeneration project at the Parish Centre in Safi

TMID Editorial: Urban spaces and green projects

Tuna fishing season begins

Acting President Anglu Farrugia attends Anzac Day commemoration

NGOs denounce re-appointment of Perit Elizabeth Ellul as chairperson of a Planning Commission

Malta Public Transport to provide special services for Festa Frawli and Fireworks Festival

Trial of Maksar brothers, Jamie Vella, George Degiorgio over Chircop, Caruana Galizia murders begins

Court rules in favour of Jason Azzopardi in abortion libel case

Stivala loses libel case against Cassola

Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg co-chairs the inaugural session of the Malta-UAE Joint Commission

Nearly 81,000 foreigners study English in Malta in 2024 - NSO

MaltaPost to issue special stamp dedicated to Pope Francis on Saturday

TMID Editorial: Supporting children beyond the family home