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25 May 2025, Sunday

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Patient admissions at Mater Dei Hospital surpass 100,000 in 2024 – what’s next?

In 2024, Mater Dei Hospital (MDH) received 104,886 patient admissions, Parliament has been informed. This meant that for the first time, the total number of admissions into the national hospital...

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Improve palliative care system before legalising euthanasia, Hospice Malta says

Palliative care needs to be improved before the government considers the introduction of voluntary assisted euthanasia, two of Hospice Malta's health professionals said....

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From the White House to the Vatican: Is Pope Leo the Church’s answer to Trump?

The Pope is not merely a spiritual shepherd to the world's 1.4 billion Catholics; he is also a political figure whose influence radiates beyond the Vatican's walls. Throughout history, the papacy has...

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Government turns its back as families continue to struggle with rising cost of living - PN

For the second time in a week, figures published in recent hours by the National Statistics Office (NSO) confirm the growing daily burdens faced by the Maltese people, the Nationalist Party said...

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latest comment from Zoe Rose, 24/05/2025 14:00: Well . As a person that truly don't care about politics. I'm absolutely not labour or nationalist. I can honestly say. I'm better of now then under Gonzi. Electric prices are stable....fill my car has been the same these last 5 years. And my disability pension has gone up every year . So if the PN. Want to get into power again. I think they need a better strategy

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Newcastle Disease confirmed in poultry population in Malta

Newcastle Disease has been confirmed in a population of poultry in Malta. In response, comprehensive measures have already been implemented to control and eradicate the disease from the bird...

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Four arrested in connection with drug importation and trafficking

Four individuals were arrested on Friday in connection with the importation, trafficking, and possession of illegal drugs following two separate police operations, the police said Saturday. The...

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

Valletta Chemimart Pharmacy, 20/21, Triq ir-Repubblika; Ħamrun Darwin Pharmacy, 152, Triq il-Kbira San Ġużepp; Qormi Brown's Pinto Pharmacy, 43, Triq San Bastjan; Birkirkara Honest...

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'He listened to me': Victims of an abusive Catholic group say Pope Leo XIV helped when others didn't

Pope Leo XIV made plenty of enemies helping dismantle a powerful Catholic movement whose leaders physically, sexually, spiritually and psychologically abused members. As Leo's past...

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9 of a doctor's 10 children are killed in Israel's latest strikes in Gaza

The bodies of 79 people killed by Israeli strikes have been brought to hospitals in the past 24 hours, Gaza 's Health Ministry said Saturday - a toll that doesn't include hospitals in the...

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‘Maksar brothers scapegoated in Caruana Galizia murder’, defence lawyer tells jurors

A defence lawyer in the trial of four men accused in relation to the murders of lawyer Carmel Chircop and journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia argued in court that Robert Agius, his client, was used as a...

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latest comment from Steve Magri, 24/05/2025 14:00: They will burn in hell

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Blue Lagoon swimming zone extended

Team Blue Lagoon has expanded the designated swimming zone of the Blue Lagoon, extending the main central area while adding two nearby inlets, now exclusively reserved for swimmers as well, the Malta...

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PM visits Ta’ Dbieġi Crafts Village and Equine Therapy Centre in Gozo

Prime Minister Robert Abela visited the Ta' Dbieġi crafts village in Għarb and the multi-functional equine therapy centre Dream of Horses in Gozo, highlighting the contribution of both...

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latest comment from Steve Magri, 24/05/2025 14:06: I’m sure he had time to go to xlendi and marsalforn and see the blocks of flats all around in what were once typical fishing villages

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Biker in hospital after Marsa crash

A biker was taken to hospital after the bike he was riding was involved in a collision with a car in Marsa, the police said. The accident happened in Aldo Moro Road at 7.15am. The biker, a...

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Repubblika files legal protest against Neville Gafa over clean-up attempts at Daphne memorial

Anti-corruption NGO Repubblika has filed a judicial protest against former OPM official Neville Gafa, accusing him of attempting to undermine a long-standing civic protest at the Great Siege Monument...

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New agreement signed to shift street cleaning to off-peak hours

In a move aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving efficiency, the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works has announced a new agreement that will see street cleaning...

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Ousted Għargħur mayor requests probe by Auditor General into allegations made against her

Former Nationalist mayor of Għargħur, Helen Gauci, today formally requested that the Auditor General investigate the allegations made against her by the Labour Party following her removal...

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Milan beat last-place Monza amid widespread protests over poor season

Milan beat last-placed Monza 2-0 in its final match in Serie A on Saturday amid widespread protests. Matteo Gabbia scored with a second-half header at the San Siro then Joao Felix...

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Lando Norris qualifies on pole for Monaco GP in record time

Lando Norris beat the Monaco track record, his main Formula 1 rival and a local hero to take pole position on Saturday. Perhaps most importantly, Norris made a breakthrough in his own...

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Digitised evolution of Malta’s map from 1896 to 1927 launched

During the Public Service Expo 2025, currently being held by the Public Service at the EXPO Village in Ta' Qali, Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works Omar Farrugia officially launched the...

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Sports

Milan beat last-place Monza amid widespread protests over poor season

Lando Norris qualifies on pole for Monaco GP in record time

McTominay and Lukaku goals lead Napoli to Serie A title and Conte's 'most unexpected' trophy

Tottenham beat Man United 1-0 for Europa League title to end long trophy drought

Omar Marmoush scores stunning goal as Kevin De Bruyne says goodbye to Man City

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

Kyiv comes under large-scale Russian drone and missile attack with explosions heard throughout city

Ukraine's capital came under a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack early Saturday with explosions and machine gun fire heard throughout the city, forcing many Kyiv residents to take shelter...

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From Square to Square: New cultural initiative to bring life to town squares

A new national initiative titled "From Square to Square" has been launched in Malta, aiming to transform public squares into vibrant hubs of cultural and artistic activity. This project is set to...

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McTominay and Lukaku goals lead Napoli to Serie A title and Conte's 'most unexpected' trophy

The two players who Antonio Conte wanted more than any others secured Napoli its second Serie A title in three years on Friday. Scott McTominay scored with an...

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Maksar trial: Defence goes on the offensive against star witness

Defence lawyers in the Maksar gang trial went on the offensive on Friday as they tried to shed doubt on the credibility of prosecution star witness Vince Muscat. Robert and Adrian Agius –...

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Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple as his trade war intensifies

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a 50% tax on all imports from the European Union as well a 25% tariff on Apple products unless iPhones are made in America. The threats, delivered over...

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'Together for Comino' – Organisations seek public support to appeal approval of hotel project

Ten organisations are seeking the public's support to appeal against the shameful approval of PA/04777/20, which involves the development of a 140-bed luxury hotel, 16 villas, and 44 swimming pools on...

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Man grievously injured after falling down apartment shaft

A man was grievously injured after falling down a shaft from height of around three storeys. The incident occurred at around 12.30pm, when the police were informed that their assistance was...

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TMID Editorial: A new initiative to support voluntary organisations

Earlier this week, a volunteer bank was launched to connect professionals and companies with voluntary organisations in need of professional support. This initiative, called ProACT - PROviders...

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Over 12,000 families to receive €6.8m in educational support

The government on Friday announced a second round of financial assistance aimed at families with children pursuing post-secondary or tertiary education. This initiative is intended to provide...

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First study on miscarriage leave and workplace productivity presented

A socio-economic study commissioned by economist Jonathan Spiteri has confirmed that the introduction of miscarriage leave is a wise decision, as this type of leave would result in less productivity...

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Business

Malta is now a land of immigration

Two BOV VISA cardholders make their way to Barcelona

The EU Single Market Strategy presents an accurate diagnosis, but the cure lies in political will

HSBC Malta Foundation supports Life Network Foundation’s Campaign

Concept Stadium joins Maltese delegation at GITEX Europe 2025 in Berlin

Money meets vision: FPEI celebrates its 10-year anniversary at upcoming event

Patient admissions at Mater Dei Hospital surpass 100,000 in 2024 – what’s next?

Improve palliative care system before legalising euthanasia, Hospice Malta says

From the White House to the Vatican: Is Pope Leo the Church’s answer to Trump?

Government turns its back as families continue to struggle with rising cost of living - PN

Newcastle Disease confirmed in poultry population in Malta

Four arrested in connection with drug importation and trafficking

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

'He listened to me': Victims of an abusive Catholic group say Pope Leo XIV helped when others didn't

9 of a doctor's 10 children are killed in Israel's latest strikes in Gaza

‘Maksar brothers scapegoated in Caruana Galizia murder’, defence lawyer tells jurors

Blue Lagoon swimming zone extended

PM visits Ta’ Dbieġi Crafts Village and Equine Therapy Centre in Gozo

Biker in hospital after Marsa crash

Repubblika files legal protest against Neville Gafa over clean-up attempts at Daphne memorial

New agreement signed to shift street cleaning to off-peak hours

Ousted Għargħur mayor requests probe by Auditor General into allegations made against her

Milan beat last-place Monza amid widespread protests over poor season

Lando Norris qualifies on pole for Monaco GP in record time

Digitised evolution of Malta’s map from 1896 to 1927 launched

Updated: PN expresses concern as 19 young Maltese are leaving Malta every day; PL replies

A Norwegian man awoke to find a grounded cargo ship had narrowly missed his home

Three collective agreements signed during this year’s Public Service Expo Village

Celebrating 50 years of the National War Museum

Bomb joke at airport lands man in the dock

'We offer weight of history, wisdom of survival, and hope of solidarity', Speaker says

Youth Advisory Forum presented changes to assisted voluntary euthanasia before Cabinet, PM says

At least 60 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza as Israel lets minimal aid in

TMID Editorial: Mental health as a fundamental right

Kyiv comes under large-scale Russian drone and missile attack with explosions heard throughout city

From Square to Square: New cultural initiative to bring life to town squares

McTominay and Lukaku goals lead Napoli to Serie A title and Conte's 'most unexpected' trophy

Maksar trial: Defence goes on the offensive against star witness

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple as his trade war intensifies

'Together for Comino' – Organisations seek public support to appeal approval of hotel project

Man grievously injured after falling down apartment shaft

TMID Editorial: A new initiative to support voluntary organisations

Over 12,000 families to receive €6.8m in educational support

First study on miscarriage leave and workplace productivity presented

12,000 students and 1,600 educators visit the Public Service Expo Village 25

Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling foreign students

ADPD calls for long-term, sustainable urban transport solutions

Northbound traffic at a standstill as a result of road works

Government stand on Manoel Island ‘less than convincing’, Alfred Sant says

Lilu King back in custody after AG appeals bail decision