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20 May 2025, Tuesday

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Government presents law introducing Commissioner for Standards of Judiciary

Minister for Justice and Reform of the Construction Sector Jonathan Attard on Monday launched a proposed bill to amend the Constitution of Malta, a judicial reform aimed, in his words, at...

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Belgian authorities want to question PL MEP Daniel Attard over Huawei bribery case

Belgian authorities have filed a request to question Labour Party MEP Daniel Attard as part of a wider investigation involving allegations of bribery by Chinese technology company Huawei. In a...

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Updated: Attard ‘shifting blame onto his assistant’, PN says; PL replies

The Nationalist Party has said that PL MEP Daniel Attard is already trying to “shift the blame onto his assistant” after it emerged that Belgian authorities are seeking to question him in...

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TMID Editorial - Electricity cable chaos: A symptom of poor planning

The current frenzy of electricity cable laying across Malta is a glaring reminder of what happens when long-term infrastructure planning is neglected. The sudden rush of works in densely populated...

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The UK and the EU announce new deals and renew ties, 5 years after Brexit

Britain's government said Monday it has struck new agreements with the European Union on boosting defense cooperation, easing food trade and border checks, as the two sides met for the first formal...

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WasteServ rejects ‘deceptive assertions’ on waste management plant; PN, PL react

The alarming scale of misinformation spread about the proposed Thermal Treatment Facility at Magħtab has prompted WasteServ to refer the matter to the Commissioner for Standards in Public Life,...

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Supersubs give Brighton thrilling win over Liverpool

Substitute Jack Hinshelwood scored with his first touch of the ball and gave Brighton a thrilling 3-2 win over Liverpool on Monday and kept alive its slim chance of European football. If...

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Trump says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks will begin immediately following call with Putin

Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" begin ceasefire negotiations, President Donald Trump said Monday after separate calls with the leaders of both countries meant to spur progress toward...

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Malta to donate to world’s largest refugee camp in Jordan, Prime Minister announces

Malta will be making a donation to the world’s largest refugee camp, which is situated in Jordan, Prime Minister Robert Abela announced during a visit to the camp. During an official visit...

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latest comment from R F, 19/05/2025 15:00: Our primeminister is very compassionate and helpful with refugees and migrants as long as they are not on our doorstep requesting to enter Malta.

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Malta and Jordan seal new deals to boost ties in tourism, energy, education and culture

Malta and Jordan have signed a number of new agreements that will lead to greater cooperation and joint efforts across several different sectors, including tourism, energy, education, and...

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Government ‘passive’ in the face of soaring prices, PN says; PL reacts

Prices in Malta are continuing to rise at a faster rate than in many other countries, the Nationalist Party said Monday. The latest statistics released today by the National Statistics Office show...

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More testimonies heard in Maksar gang trial, now in fourth week

More testimonies were heard Monday in the ongoing trial by jury, now in its fourth week, of the four men charged with the murders of Daphne Caruana Galizia and Carmel Chircop. The accused are...

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Malta School Games 2025 finals kick off with 2,000 students competing

The finals week of the Malta School Games 2025 officially commenced today with a vibrant ceremony at the Basketball Sports Complex in Ta' Qali, launching the concluding stage of a months-long national...

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550 new allocations of social housing during 2024, Housing Authority annual study shows

There were around 550 new allocations of social housing during 2024, Social Accommodation Minister Roderick Galdes said on Monday during a press conference in Valletta, as he spoke about the Housing...

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TMID Editorial: History repeats itself

History has a strange way of repeating itself - particularly when it comes to politics. The situation in the Għargħur local council that developed this week is one such instance as...

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‘Mental health is a fundamental right’ – Commissioner Glenn Micallef

Malta's European Commissioner Glenn Micallef said that mental health is a fundamental right, and is a reality that "we cannot ignore". He cited figures showing that one in two young people today...

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latest comment from Rachel Borg, 19/05/2025 09:41: He should look into the case of the Maltese table tennis athlete who is excluded from the national team, in favour of foreign visa players.

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Plans for Iklin ODZ fuel station again recommended for refusal after series of appeals

A proposed fuel station on Triq tal-Balal in Iklin has been recommended for refusal for a second time, with the Planning Board planning to hear the application on Thursday. The applicant is...

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Former US President Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his office said Sunday. The finding came after the 82-year-old reported urinary symptoms, which led doctors to...

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At Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass and beyond, Jewish leaders show hope in Jewish-Catholic relations

Jewish leaders got up-front seats at Pope Leo XIV's inauguration Mass. An American rabbi there and other representatives saw that as a hopeful sign for an upswing of Catholic-Jewish relations...

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Supersubs give Brighton thrilling win over Liverpool

Serie A title race between Napoli and Inter goes to final day and possibly further

Hibernians beat ten-man Stripes to win FA Trophy and a place in European football

Arsenal secure return to Champions League on day of farewells for Everton and Vardy

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen wins F1's Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix to end Piastri's streak

Retegui completes comeback to make Atalanta history

Crystal Palace pull off FA Cup upset by beating Man City 1-0 in final

Piastri on pole for Emilia-Romagna GP as Ferrari struggles

Aston Villa and Chelsea win at home and raise Champions League hopes

Bologna end 51-year wait for a major trophy by beating Milan to win Italian Cup

UK looks to reset EU relations 5 years after Brexit

The U.K. and the European Union will meet in London on Monday to discuss closer ties in their first official summit since Brexit. The meeting between U.K. Prime Minister Keir...

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Let Leo be Leo: Why calling new pope ‘Ljun’ just doesn’t sound right

There are few things more enduring in Maltese media than the tradition of translating papal names. It's one of those quaint but consistent practices that say more about our culture than we perhaps...

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latest comment from C Xerri, 18/05/2025 12:16: Why should we not follow other countries which actually are writing the name Leo in their own language even if in that language the word like Ljun in Maltese refer both to the English/American name Leo and a lion?

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What, why and how: Charting Malta’s soon-to-be new electoral map

Malta's electoral map is set to change, as Parliament will soon debate Electoral Commission proposals for some district lines to be re-drawn in view of population changes in the last half...

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Stricken Gaza aid ship to be towed to another port in the Mediterranean for repairs

The stricken Gaza aid ship Conscience is to be towed to another port in the Mediterranean for repairs, Foreign Affairs Minister Ian Borg said on Sunday. The Conscience became the subject of...

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Malta placed 9th in Thursday’s semi-final

Malta scraped through to the Eurovision Grand Final having finished in 9th place during Thursday’s Eurovision semi-final, the results published after Saturday’s main event...

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‘I want culture to pay the rent’ – EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef

Malta's EU Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sports Glenn Micallef said the European Union is well placed to lead a renewed effort to support cultural workers, with...

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National debt ‘not yet in the danger zone’ but certain factors could make it unsustainable by 2029

Malta is not yet in the danger zone when it comes to the national debt, but the country could find itself in that situation quickly without medium-term planning, especially if investment in renewables...

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‘The Nationalist Party has always been in favour of life’ – Bernard Grech on euthanasia debate

Opposition and Nationalist Party Leader Bernard Grech reaffirmed his part’s commitment to defending life and human dignity during an appearance on NET TV’s current affairs programme...

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latest comment from Malti ta' veru, 18/05/2025 12:36: COL crises solved the nats way! Cola increase of x euros will be tax free! PL Goverment adjusts the tax bands. The nats. Always 'taparsi' doing something!

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‘Talking about suicide will not trigger it’ – National Suicide Prevention Strategy lead author

Antonella Sammut - the lead author of the National Suicide Prevention Strategy (2025-2030) and a consultant in public mental health - wants people to be more open about discussing their mental health...

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Pope Leo XIV vows to work for unity so Catholic Church becomes a sign of peace in the world

Pope Leo XIV, history’s first American pope, vowed Sunday to work for unity so that the Catholic Church becomes a sign of peace in the world, offering a message of love and communion...

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Business

Catching up with Spain

HSBC Malta Foundation enhances Educational Access in Valletta through VR Technology

Breaking Barriers at the 18th BPW European Regional Conference and 12th Young Symposium in Valletta

Bank of Valletta offers the Guaranteed Investment Plan 2028 to its customers

Bank of Valletta extends its support to the Karl Vella Foundation

Government presents law introducing Commissioner for Standards of Judiciary

Belgian authorities want to question PL MEP Daniel Attard over Huawei bribery case

Updated: Attard ‘shifting blame onto his assistant’, PN says; PL replies

TMID Editorial - Electricity cable chaos: A symptom of poor planning

The UK and the EU announce new deals and renew ties, 5 years after Brexit

WasteServ rejects ‘deceptive assertions’ on waste management plant; PN, PL react

Supersubs give Brighton thrilling win over Liverpool

Trump says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks will begin immediately following call with Putin

Malta to donate to world’s largest refugee camp in Jordan, Prime Minister announces

Malta and Jordan seal new deals to boost ties in tourism, energy, education and culture

Government ‘passive’ in the face of soaring prices, PN says; PL reacts

More testimonies heard in Maksar gang trial, now in fourth week

Malta School Games 2025 finals kick off with 2,000 students competing

550 new allocations of social housing during 2024, Housing Authority annual study shows

TMID Editorial: History repeats itself

‘Mental health is a fundamental right’ – Commissioner Glenn Micallef

Plans for Iklin ODZ fuel station again recommended for refusal after series of appeals

Former US President Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer

At Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass and beyond, Jewish leaders show hope in Jewish-Catholic relations

Serie A title race between Napoli and Inter goes to final day and possibly further

Hibernians beat ten-man Stripes to win FA Trophy and a place in European football

Arsenal secure return to Champions League on day of farewells for Everton and Vardy

TMIS Editorial: When saying sorry is too much for our politicians

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen wins F1's Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix to end Piastri's streak

Austria's JJ wins Eurovision Song Contest with pop-opera song 'Wasted Love'; Malta 17th

Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration Mass Sunday is filled with symbolism. Here’s what you need to know

The FBI is investigating the explosion at a California fertility clinic as an act of terrorism

Cartoon 18 May 2025

UK looks to reset EU relations 5 years after Brexit

Let Leo be Leo: Why calling new pope ‘Ljun’ just doesn’t sound right

What, why and how: Charting Malta’s soon-to-be new electoral map

Stricken Gaza aid ship to be towed to another port in the Mediterranean for repairs

Malta placed 9th in Thursday’s semi-final

‘I want culture to pay the rent’ – EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef

National debt ‘not yet in the danger zone’ but certain factors could make it unsustainable by 2029

‘The Nationalist Party has always been in favour of life’ – Bernard Grech on euthanasia debate

‘Talking about suicide will not trigger it’ – National Suicide Prevention Strategy lead author

Pope Leo XIV vows to work for unity so Catholic Church becomes a sign of peace in the world

What happened in Għargħur this week repeats Mtarfa 2003 – with roles reversed

Pope Leo XIV affirms family is based on union between a man and a woman, unborn has inherent dignity

Rabat residents stand united against ‘monstrous development threatening locality’

Pharmacies open today 9am to 12pm & 4 to 7pm

Eurovision explained as the extravagant pop contest reaches its grand final

Malta embassy in Tripoli denies reports Libyan PM evacuated to Malta