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Man suffers burns in Mosta barbecue accident

A 50-year-old man suffered burns during an incident yesterday evening at his residence in Triq il-Ħtajriet, Mosta, the police said. At around 7.30pm, the Police were informed that the man...

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Live - One month: Yorgen Fenech trial by jury continues

It was a month ago, on 1 July, that the trial by jury of Yorgen Fenech started. Today, in the 28th sitting, more testimonies will be heard as the prosecution continues to builds its...

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During blackouts, customers told to check meters – even down stairs in the dark

People attempting to report power failures to Enemalta during recent blackouts are being told that they must first check their electricity meter before a report can be registered, a requirement that...

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€3m restoration works commence at San Anton Gardens

Conservation, maintenance and restoration works have commenced at San Anton Gardens, with an investment of more than €3 million aimed at safeguarding one of Malta's most prestigious gardens, the...

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Tens of thousands of migrants voluntarily leave after crossing into Spanish territory of Ceuta

Tens of thousands of migrants who crossed into Spain's tiny Ceuta territory returned voluntarily to Morocco on Friday, a day after the influx triggered chaos in the North African city and reignited...

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Prime Minister Robert Abela inaugurates €10 million tourism investment in Buġibba

Prime Minister Robert Abela and Minister for Tourism Jo Etienne Abela officially inaugurated the 4-star Innside by Meliá hotel in Buġibba, marking an investment of over EUR 10 million that...

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Dalli admits electricity crisis, but evades responsibility – PN; PL says PN is 'distorting facts'

After three years and €140 million in expenditure, Minister Miriam Dalli admitted during a meeting with the MCESD that the country is facing a crisis and a failure in the electricity distribution...

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Infantino abandons plans to sell World Cup profits to private equity following massive pushback

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is abandoning his divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after receiving pushback from all corners of the soccer world. Infantino's decision...

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Horse-drawn carriages will not operate when a Red Alert – Extreme Heat Warning is issued

The Parliamentary Secretary within the Ministry for Energy, the Environment and the Regeneration of the Grand Harbour, Alicia Bugeja Said, has announced a new temporary measure whereby, through...

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TMID Editorial: One month on, the speculation lingers

One month has passed since the jury trial of Yorgen Fenech began, and it is difficult to remember another criminal case that has so completely dominated the national conversation. Courtrooms...

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€1bn in debt in the election year mean higher interest costs for the Maltese people - PN

In the election year, the Labour Government increased Malta's national debt by one billion euros, the Natiinalist Party said.. This figure emerges from a statement on government finances...

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Minister Miriam Dalli asks MCESD for measures to address power cut crisis

Energy Minister Miriam Dalli has asked Malta's social partners to propose measures to address electricity disruptions and manage consumption during periods of exceptionally high demand, following the...

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GWU expresses solidarity with artists and calls for fair and timely payment

The General Workers' Union (GWU) expresses its full solidarity with the artists who were forced to seek justice through the courts in order to receive payment for their work on Divas II - The Dance...

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Jurors hear detailed account of Fenech arrest and subsequent searches

The methods used by police during the investigation into Yorgen Fenech took centre stage on Friday as jurors heard testimony about the businessman's arrest, extensive searches carried out after he was...

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Government debt edges closer to €12 billion – NSO

At the end of June 2026, Central Government debt stood at €11,929.3 million, an increase of €936.6 million when compared to 2025, the NSO said Friday. The increase reported under Malta...

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184 victims of domestic violence benefit from panic alarm device in the first year of the scheme

A total of 184 victims of domestic violence have benefited from the Domestic Violence Panic Alarm during the first year since the Government introduced the scheme, the Home Affairs Ministry said in a...

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Britain's new leader shifts power from Downing Street to Manchester with 'No. 10 North'

Britain has a new hub of power: a bland modern office block about 165 miles (260 kilometers) from the prime minister's official London office and residence at 10 Downing St. The Manchester...

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Yorgen Fenech trial: Boat captain told police Fenech planned to remain in Pozzallo

Yorgen Fenech's jury trial continues on Friday after former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri concluded three consecutive days on the witness stand, during which he spent hours being cross-examined by...

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Franco Baresi, AC Milan and Italy legend, dies aged 66

The football world is mourning the death of AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi, who has died at the age of 66 after a battle with illness. His passing was announced by AC Milan on Friday,...

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Infantino abandons plans to sell World Cup profits to private equity following massive pushback

Franco Baresi, AC Milan and Italy legend, dies aged 66

UEFA members to boycott FIFA competitions in protest of World Cup private investors plan

Euro 2020 winning coach Roberto Mancini returns to rescue Italy after third straight World Cup miss

France hires former football great Zinedine Zidane as national team coach

Andrea Pirlo out of contention for Italy job amid controversy over deal with Russian betting firm

Norris ends wait for F1 win in Hungary as Antonelli stretches championship lead

Norris snatches pole at Hungarian Grand Prix as Hamilton and Antonelli hit with penalties

60,000 cross into Spanish territory of Ceuta and at least 34 die after border breach

Some 60,000 migrants have entered Spain's Ceuta from Morocco in the past 24 hours, Ceuta's president says. That is equivalent to 70% of the city's regular population. At least 34 migrants have...

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Security in Mediterranean is a foundation for Europe’s stability and prosperity - Fearne

Minister for Foreign and European Affairs Chris Fearne called for stronger European engagement in the Mediterranean, stressing that security and stability in Europe's southern neighbourhood have...

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TMID Editorial: Labour’s PAC gamble

Parliament may have gone into summer recess, but the work in its committees - particularly its Public Accounts Committee (PAC) - continues. The first PAC meeting of this legislature was held on...

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Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain

President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza, but many hurdles, conditions and long timelines remained to wind down...

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Fenech trial: Muscat bodyguard's gun discharged in presence of PM's wife, Schembri says

Keith Schembri is expected to return to the witness stand on Thursday for the third consecutive day of testimony in the trial by jury of Yorgen Fenech. The defence set to begin its long-awaited...

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PM announces electricity and water service charges for fishermen to fall by up to 57%

Electricity and water service charges for fishermen will be reduced by up to 57%, Prime Minister Robert Abela announced during a visit to Marsaxlokk on Friday. Full-time and part-time fishermen...

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BirdLife claims major win for turtle-doves in Sicily

The Sicilian Regional Administrative Court has suspended the region's pre-season hunting period, giving migratory birds a safer passage through Sicily this autumn, BirdLife said. The court...

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San Giljan waterpolo club granted planning approval for facility on reclaimed land

The Planning Authority has approved a land reclamation project along the St Julian's promenade, paving the way for the San Ġiljan Aquatic Sports Club to build an international-standard water polo...

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'Of course not': Schembri repeatedly denies murder allegations during cross-examination

Former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri on Thursday firmly denied ever asking anyone to kill either Daphne Caruana Galizia or murder middleman Melvin Theuma as defence lawyer Giannella de Marco...

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UEFA members to boycott FIFA competitions in protest of World Cup private investors plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors was hit hard Thursday by his former colleagues at UEFA, who agreed to boycott all the global soccer...

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Business

APS Bank posts record interim profit of €23.9m on the back of strong all-round growth

MeDirect delivers a profitable first half as growth accelerates

Fast Shift secures EMI Authorisation from Malta Financial Services Authority

BOV reports €119.8m profit before tax for the first half of 2026

European Commission endorses Malta's €60 million social climate plan

Chamber of Commerce urges Opposition to present credible economic vision

GO’s TOKIS investment reaches new milestone with €5m commitment to Maltese productions

James B. Holdings reports transformational year with €188.7m in revenue

BCRS Malta maintains high collection rates as more beverage containers enter the market

13 new professionals join Malta's register of insolvency practitioners

Man suffers burns in Mosta barbecue accident

Live - One month: Yorgen Fenech trial by jury continues

During blackouts, customers told to check meters – even down stairs in the dark

€3m restoration works commence at San Anton Gardens

Tens of thousands of migrants voluntarily leave after crossing into Spanish territory of Ceuta

Prime Minister Robert Abela inaugurates €10 million tourism investment in Buġibba

Dalli admits electricity crisis, but evades responsibility – PN; PL says PN is 'distorting facts'

Infantino abandons plans to sell World Cup profits to private equity following massive pushback

Horse-drawn carriages will not operate when a Red Alert – Extreme Heat Warning is issued

TMID Editorial: One month on, the speculation lingers

€1bn in debt in the election year mean higher interest costs for the Maltese people - PN

Minister Miriam Dalli asks MCESD for measures to address power cut crisis

GWU expresses solidarity with artists and calls for fair and timely payment

Jurors hear detailed account of Fenech arrest and subsequent searches

Government debt edges closer to €12 billion – NSO

184 victims of domestic violence benefit from panic alarm device in the first year of the scheme

Britain's new leader shifts power from Downing Street to Manchester with 'No. 10 North'

Yorgen Fenech trial: Boat captain told police Fenech planned to remain in Pozzallo

Franco Baresi, AC Milan and Italy legend, dies aged 66

Spain deploys military to Ceuta after thousands of people breach Morocco’s border and at least 9 die

Abela highlights business growth and social support during Gozo visits

MEIA praises ‘courage’ shown by artists taking legal action to get paid for services

Mother charged with sexual abuse of daughter and son in front of her minor kids

Almost two-thirds of businesses say Malta is moving in the wrong direction – new barometer

Three in four SMEs uncertain or unwilling to invest in coming months - PN; government rejects claim

Planning Authority rejects controversial Qormi palazzo hotel project

New public square in Attard gives priority to people over vehicles

Telemedicine Centre delivers 9,000 medical consultations every month

60,000 cross into Spanish territory of Ceuta and at least 34 die after border breach

Security in Mediterranean is a foundation for Europe’s stability and prosperity - Fearne

TMID Editorial: Labour’s PAC gamble

Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain

Fenech trial: Muscat bodyguard's gun discharged in presence of PM's wife, Schembri says

PM announces electricity and water service charges for fishermen to fall by up to 57%

BirdLife claims major win for turtle-doves in Sicily

San Giljan waterpolo club granted planning approval for facility on reclaimed land

'Of course not': Schembri repeatedly denies murder allegations during cross-examination

UEFA members to boycott FIFA competitions in protest of World Cup private investors plan

Arts Council Malta, MCAST sign creative education agreement

EcoJam turns recycled waste into music while empowering young communities

Tourist arrivals up 18% in first half of year – NSO

Five years after Daphne public inquiry, 'Malta has yet to deliver the reforms journalists need'

Government establishes Artificial Intelligence Governance Council

TMID Editorial: Public broadcasting must belong to the public