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4 September 2026, Friday

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Archbishop asks: Has Malta ‘fallen to the seduction of money’?

Archbishop Charles Scicluna on Friday said that there have been "too many accounts" of rich businessmen buying influence; politicians and public officials being corrupted; policemen assisting...

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Prosecution to appeal Yorgen Fenech acquittal

The prosecution will appeal Yorgen Fenech's acquittal in the jury trial over the masterminding of Daphne Caruana Galizia's assassination. The appeal is expected to challenge aspects of the jury...

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De La Salle's Brother Edward dies, aged 102

De La Salle College has announced the death of Bro. Edward Galea, who dedicated more than seven decades of his life to education, faith and service. Born in Żabbar on August 16, 1924, Bro....

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President speaks of Malta’s diminishing fertility rate to close State of the Nation address

The President of the Republic of Malta, Myriam Spiteri Debono, concluded Friday's State of the Nation conference with an address that centred around Malta's diminishing birthrate. The 2026 State...

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Borg urges Abela to guarantee independent investigations after Yorgen Fenech trial

Opposition Leader Alex Borg on Fridat called on Prime Minister Robert Abela to publicly guarantee the independence of a police investigation into evidence that emerged during the trial over the...

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Updated: Alex Borg attempt to discuss motion on Daphne inquiry rejected by government

Parliament this morning is to debate the verdict in Yorgen Fenech's trial over the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The debate was proposed by Opposition Leader Alex Borg, who...

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Growing optimism on having a better life in a year’s time – 2026 State of the Nation survey

Over half of respondents (52.3%) in this year's State of the Nation survey believe that they will be living a better life this time next year. This is a 5.3% increase on the same question last year...

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True justice for Daphne must extend to who ordered, financed, covered up murder - Metsola

The President of the European Parliament, Maltese MEP Roberta Metsola, stressed that true justice extends beyond those who executed the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia and that it must also encompass...

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Government ignoring journalists’ fears and refusing to protect them, PN says

The shocking statement by the Minister responsible for broadcasting, Malcolm Paul Agius Galea exposes a Government that is insensitive and completely detached from reality, the Nationalist Party said...

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Abela accuses Borg of politicising Daphne murder verdict, defends independence of institutions

Prime Minister Robert Abela on Friday accused Opposition Leader Alex Borg of attempting to politicise the acquittal of Yorgen Fenech in the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, insisting that...

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‘It is not true’: Matthew Caruana Galizia disputes Abela claim over meeting with family

Matthew Caruana Galizia has disputed the government's account of contact between Prime Minister Robert Abela and his family, saying the Prime Minister did not speak to his father following Yorgen...

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Green bonds investment continues to drive upgrades to Malta's water network

Over the past year, the Water Services Corporation (WSC) completed eight major water infrastructure projects across Malta and Gozo, funded through the Green Bonds, the Energy Ministry said...

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Private family doctors can now prescribe four more government-funded medicines

Private family doctors who are specialists in family medicine can now prescribe four additional medicines available through the Government Formulary, allowing eligible patients to access treatment...

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‘Respect for jury does not mean institutions worked as they should,’ Repubblika tells Abela

Civil society NGO Repubblika has told Prime Minister Robert Abela that respecting the jury's verdict in Yorgen Fenech's trial does not mean it believes Malta's institutions worked as they should,...

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Court sends Fenech trial testimony to police to consider action against others, government replies

The Criminal Court has instructed police to examine testimony given during Yorgen Fenech's murder trial to determine whether it contains evidence that could lead to criminal proceedings against other...

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latest comment from RF, 03/09/2026 13:21: Let us be realistic. Any jury of a political person will have the same verdict. No reluctant person will put his family at risk for a pittance.These cases should be tried by a judge otherwise they will be waste of time and resources.

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AFM called in after suspicious package found in Ħamrun

The Armed Forces of Malta have been called in to Ħamrun after a package was found in Qormi Road, prompting a security operation on Friday afternoon. Police confirmed that a suspicious...

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‘The time for vigils is now over’: Solidarity protest to replace monthly Daphne vigil

Repubblika and Occupy Justice have called a protest for 16 September following Yorgen Fenech's acquittal over the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia, saying they are "shocked and horrified" by...

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TMID Editorial: A verdict, but no closure

For 55 days, the country followed what was undoubtedly one of the most significant and closely watched criminal trials Malta has ever seen. For two months and one day, witness after witness took...

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Roderick Cassar loses two appeals over violent incidents involving murdered estranged wife

The Criminal Court of Appeal has rejected two appeals filed by Roderick Cassar, upholding separate prison sentences over two violent incidents involving his estranged wife, Bernice Cilia, just months...

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Argentina star Lionel Messi retires from international football with World Cup title and 125 goals

Arsenal win again and Malen the main man in Italy as Roma score four once more

Inter make it two wins from two, Napoli beaten at home by Como

Premier League: Fernandes hat trick inspires United's comeback win as Palmer stars again for Chelsea

Juventus bench comes to the rescue in 2-0 win over Parma

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Yorgen Fenech's uncle let off the hook as police botch prosecution

Yorgen Fenech was not the only member of his family to walk away scot-free on Wednesday. His uncle, Raymond Fenech, was acquitted at the first hurdle, when he was charged personally, rather than...

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latest comment from J.Degabriele, 03/09/2026 16:31: We've heard this before many times. Not the first time that the police slipped up badly and damaged the prosecution.

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Bail denied for man charged over viral Sliema door-knocker theft

A 47-year-old man was denied bail on Thursday after being charged with three separate thefts, including the alleged theft of a door-knocker from a Sliema residence in an incident whose CCTV footage...

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‘What happened in that room is not justice but pure evil’ – Matthew Caruana Galizia

Matthew Caruana Galizia said Thursday that what happened in the jury deliberation room "is not justice but pure evil". Writing on Facebook a day after Yorgen Fenech was acquitted on charges...

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latest comment from Memphis Belle, 03/09/2026 15:38: Yes agree and may be more than pure Evil..

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Updated: PM says Parliament to discuss Fenech verdict Friday

Prime Minister Robert Abela said the government has agreed for Parliament to be convened urgently to discuss the aftermath of the Yorgen Fenech trial, but said he hoped the debate will be carried out...

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latest comment from RF, 03/09/2026 19:02: The only appropriate site for Daphne's monument is at Castille to honour her as the most intrepid journalist that singlehandedly exposed the corrupt deals of the disgraced prime minister and his self-serving cabinet after 2013 and where her assassination must have been hatched.

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Opposition to table Daphne public inquiry recommendations in Parliament

Opposition Leader Alex Borg has announced that the Nationalist Party will table the recommendations of the public inquiry into the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia in Parliament, arguing that...

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Borg defends timing of protest, says Opposition had 'obligation' to respond after Fenech verdict

Opposition Leader Alex Borg has rejected claims that the Nationalist Party sought to gain political advantage from the acquittal of Yorgen Fenech in the Daphne Caruana Galizia assassination case,...

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latest comment from Memphis Belle, 03/09/2026 15:37: If Borg is after Daphnys justice he must start to respect her and her family first and may be after start to look ,how he can score some political points, he is not even thinking that the prosecution can file an appeal...

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Muscat says Daphne public inquiry should have been held after Fenech trial

Former prime minister Joseph Muscat said Thursday the public inquiry into the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia should have been held after the murder trial rather than before it, arguing that...

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latest comment from joe farrugia, 03/09/2026 12:55: Corrupt Joseph Muscat should stop being so cocky. The trial itself confirmed even more forcefully the amount of corruption and sleaze which was allowed to fester under his watch.

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Malta needs new criminal offences after what emerged in Fenech trial – Jason Azzopardi

Lawyer Jason Azzopardi, who formed part of the parte civile representing Daphne Caruana Galizia's family in Yorgen Fenech's trial, has called on the government to immediately introduce three new...

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Alfred Sant wants name of Mediterranean Sea to be changed to ‘Sea of Malta’

Former Labour Prime Minister and leader Alfred Sant has suggested that the Mediterranean Sea's name should be changed to "Sea of Malta". Writing in The Malta Independent today, Sant praises US...

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latest comment from Joseph Galea, 04/09/2026 07:40: How right he is. Has to be named so since we use it as our garbage bin. Of dreams and nightmares. Nice long week-end to those who bridged it.

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Five swimmers caught in difficulty at Blue Grotto, two rescued by CPD

Two swimmers were rescued by the Civil Protection Department after a group of five became lost at sea while swimming in the Blue Grotto area, the department said on Thursday. Rescuers from Fire...

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Business

The BOV Foundation supports restoration of 18th century painting at Marsa Parish Church

HSBC Malta partners with FinanceMalta and MFSAC to showcase Malta’s financial services in London

RSM Malta appoints Ludwig Micallef as Director for Digital Transformation & AI

ETS review: Towards decarbonisation with connectivity and resilience

Israel election could unlock new business opportunities

Archbishop asks: Has Malta ‘fallen to the seduction of money’?

Prosecution to appeal Yorgen Fenech acquittal

De La Salle's Brother Edward dies, aged 102

President speaks of Malta’s diminishing fertility rate to close State of the Nation address

Borg urges Abela to guarantee independent investigations after Yorgen Fenech trial

Updated: Alex Borg attempt to discuss motion on Daphne inquiry rejected by government

Growing optimism on having a better life in a year’s time – 2026 State of the Nation survey

True justice for Daphne must extend to who ordered, financed, covered up murder - Metsola

Government ignoring journalists’ fears and refusing to protect them, PN says

Abela accuses Borg of politicising Daphne murder verdict, defends independence of institutions

‘It is not true’: Matthew Caruana Galizia disputes Abela claim over meeting with family

Green bonds investment continues to drive upgrades to Malta's water network

Private family doctors can now prescribe four more government-funded medicines

‘Respect for jury does not mean institutions worked as they should,’ Repubblika tells Abela

Court sends Fenech trial testimony to police to consider action against others, government replies

AFM called in after suspicious package found in Ħamrun

‘The time for vigils is now over’: Solidarity protest to replace monthly Daphne vigil

TMID Editorial: A verdict, but no closure

Roderick Cassar loses two appeals over violent incidents involving murdered estranged wife

Metsola: ‘Daphne’s pen is still mightier than their swords’

Watch: Alex Borg calls Prime Minister’s silence following Fenech verdict ‘shocking’

Alex Borg asks Speaker to urgently convene Parliament following Fenech verdict

Public consultation opens on Malta’s 2026-2031 financial capacity strategy

Malta must now confront what the trial exposed, Repubblika says

Clients must be informed of service charges before they order, competitions authority says

WSC issues EU funded tender for new reverse osmosis plant at Pembroke

Jury acquits Yorgen Fenech in Daphne Caruana Galizia murder trial

After Fenech’s acquittal, Caruana Galizia family says ‘justice denied’

Yorgen Fenech's uncle let off the hook as police botch prosecution

Bail denied for man charged over viral Sliema door-knocker theft

‘What happened in that room is not justice but pure evil’ – Matthew Caruana Galizia

Updated: PM says Parliament to discuss Fenech verdict Friday

Opposition to table Daphne public inquiry recommendations in Parliament

Borg defends timing of protest, says Opposition had 'obligation' to respond after Fenech verdict

Muscat says Daphne public inquiry should have been held after Fenech trial

Malta needs new criminal offences after what emerged in Fenech trial – Jason Azzopardi

Alfred Sant wants name of Mediterranean Sea to be changed to ‘Sea of Malta’

Five swimmers caught in difficulty at Blue Grotto, two rescued by CPD

Three arrested in connection with stolen jewellery spree in Ta' Qali

Hard Rock Hotel Malta celebrates star-studded grand opening in St George's Bay

TMID Editorial: Good news for councils, but Gozo needs an answer

A car bomb does not build or order itself, PEN Malta says

PN stages silent protest after Fenech acquittal, Borg to seek urgent convening of Parliament

‘Assassin’, ‘trash’: Fenech heckled as he leaves court after murder acquittal