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6 October 2026, Tuesday

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Nathaniel Attard breaks silence after PN dismissal

Former Nationalist Party (PN) communications director Nathaniel Attard has broken his silence following his abrupt dismissal, issuing a reflective statement on his decades of service to the...

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PM Abela continues to refuse to act against organised crime - Repubblika

Prime Minister Robert Abela yesterday reiterated his refusal to introduce legislation specifically designed to combat mafia-style organised crime, Repubblika said Tuesday. His argument has...

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Abela stresses peace and trust in institutions at UN, while Borg challenges government’s credibility

Prime Minister Robert Abela has defended Malta's role on the international stage, highlighting the country's positions on the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, artificial intelligence, climate change and...

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Russia reports a worker at a Siberian plague institute got pneumonia from an unknown cause and died

Russian authorities have quarantined a hospital and are monitoring contacts of an employee at a plague research institute in Siberia who contracted pneumonia of an "unknown" cause. Local state TV said...

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TMID Editorial - Rising turnover, falling profits: Malta must protect its businesses

The fact that 37% of family businesses in Malta reported higher turnover but lower profits between 2022 and 2025 should be a cause for concern. It is an indication that growth in sales does not...

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Nathaniel Attard removed as Nationalist Party communications director

Nathaniel Attard has been removed from his position as communications director for the Nationalist Party (PN), The Malta Independent can confirm. Reports of Attard's dismissal surfaced on social...

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Over 13,000 students begin new academic year at University of Malta

More than 13,000 students will attend the University of Malta during the 2026/27 academic year, including more than 5,500 new students starting their university studies this year. The figures...

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Man found guilty of murder after fight over whiskey in Marsa, sentenced to life in prison

Amo Frank Kwaku has been jailed for life after jurors on Monday found him guilty of stabbing 23-year-old Isaac Kwabena Kyere to death in Marsa in 2021. Jurors found him guilty by an 8-1 vote...

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Robert Abela says he will not support any proposal that labels Malta as a 'mafia state’

In a debate that ensued following a ministerial statement in Parliament, Prime Minister Robert Abela said he has ruled out introducing a specific criminal offence for mafia association, saying such a...

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Jeffrey Archer, bestselling British novelist and scandal-ridden politician, dies at 86

Bestselling British author Jeffrey Archer, whose career as a politician was derailed by a perjury conviction, has died. He was 86. Archer died "suddenly and peacefully" at his home Monday, a day...

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Sicilian port authorities intercept 377 exotic animals bound for Malta

Italian financial police and customs agents at a Sicilian port intercepted a Maltese man attempting to smuggle 377 live exotic animals toward Malta, marking one of the most substantial wildlife...

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Blogs & Opinions

Frans Camilleri

Minimum wages conundrum

Alfred Sant

The voice of the party members

Mark Bajada

From protecting prices to securing Malta’s energy future

Kevin Aquilina

The July amendments to the Administrative Justice Act (II)

Marilena Gauci

Setting the next stage

Romilda Zarb

Don’t miss a beat: Putting prevention at the heart of Malta Vision 2050

Emmanuel J. Galea

Crowning what we bury

Frans Camilleri

Us vs them

Katya De Giovanni

Malta does not only need an education conference – it needs the courage to act

Jerome Caruana Cilia

Back to school: Malta needs more than another fresh start

Zidane and Mancini get first home wins in charge of France and Italy in Nations League

France left it late to beat Belgium 4-1 in the Nations League as Zinedine Zidane got his first home win as the national coach on Monday. Substitutes Désiré Doué, Rayan Cherki...

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PN leader meets MUT ahead of Budget: ‘Education sector needs clear strategy’

Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg met the leadership of the Malta Union of Teachers on Monday and said that there is a need for a clear strategy for the education sector which is developed through...

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Prime Minister meets Association of Catering Establishments in Budget consultation meeting

At Auberge de Castille, Prime Minister Robert Abela held a pre-Budget 2027 consultation meeting with members of the Association of Catering Establishments (ACE). During the meeting, ACE...

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Updated: KSU ‘pushes NGOs out of Freshers’ Week’ by imposing fee

NGOs say that they have been pushed out of the University of Malta's Freshers' Week after a fee was imposed by the Kunsill Studenti Universitarji for their participation,. In a statement on...

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Over 8,000 students start at MCAST as college marks 25 years

More than 8,000 students are beginning or continuing their studies at MCAST this year as the college marks its 25th anniversary, with Prime Minister Robert Abela saying vocational education is central...

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Din l-Art Ħelwa celebrates Europa Nostra Heritage Champions Grand Prix at Verdala Palace

Din l-Art Ħelwa (DLĦ) celebrated a momentous achievement: the receipt of the prestigious Heritage Champions Grand Prix from Europa Nostra. The celebratory ceremony was held at Verdala Castle...

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A full-time parliament could entice more young people and women to politics, Opposition MP says

Opposition MP Eve Borg Bonello believes that Malta's part-time parliament is keeping many young people and women from contesting elections as candidates. She told The Malta Independent that a...

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Two traffic police officers cleared over Marsa flyover overtime fraud

Two police officers have been cleared of fraud-related charges in separate but linked cases following an investigation into alleged overtime abuse during the Marsa Junction construction. Alessio...

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Sports

Zidane and Mancini get first home wins in charge of France and Italy in Nations League

Portugal stay perfect without Ronaldo in Nations League, Germany held by Greece

Teuma strike puts Malta on brink of Nations League group victory

Verstappen beats Antonelli to win F1's Bahrain GP in Malaysia as Russell retires

Ballon d'Or rivals Yamal and Kane star for Spain and England in Nations League wins

Verstappen takes his first pole position of the year at F1's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

Lewandowski and De Bruyne shine in Nations League as Italy hold France to draw

Man City lodge 'comprehensive' appeal after guilty verdict in financial rule-breaking scandal

Nations League: Malta rues missed chances in frustrating draw with Gibraltar

Klopp celebrates 1st Germany win and Portugal moves on from Cristiano Ronaldo in Nations League

Shaping the future of learning: Malta Union of Teachers unveils 2027 Budget proposals

As Malta looks toward the future of its educational landscape, the Malta Union of Teachers has put forward a comprehensive set of budget proposals for 2027. Centred on strengthening the...

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Fondazzjoni Sebħ, Ministry for Social Policy sign three-year agreement

Fondazzjoni Sebħ has entered into a new agreement with the Ministry for Social Policy and the Family, which will support the ongoing running of its aftercare services, separate statements from...

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Suspended jail term for man who assaulted pregnant ex-partner

A 23-year-old from Senglea has been handed a two-year suspended prison sentence after admitting to assaulting and injuring his pregnant former partner. The accused cannot be named due to a court...

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Spain's prime minister calls early elections as pressure mounts over housing crisis

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced early elections Monday after his government suffered a bruising legislative defeat last week on emergency measures related to the country's...

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Birgu to light up with 45,000 candles for ‘Birgu by Candlelight’

Birgu will once again be illuminated by around 45,000 candles for 'Birgu by Candlelight', which is the highlight of Birgufest 2026, the Ministry for Local Government and Public Works said in a...

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Pope Francis' diaries to be published next month, revealing reflections on Vatican years

Journal entries kept by Pope Francis before and during his papacy will be published this fall for the first time. Image, an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, announced...

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WasteServ warns of monthly battery fires as it rolls out national campaign on proper disposal

Fires caused by batteries thrown out with household waste are occurring every month, leading WasteServ to launch a nationwide campaign warning the public of the risks posed to workers, emergency...

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TMID Editorial: Parliament deserves reforms

Parliament meets again today for the first time since breaking for its summer recess at the end of July, as the iconic building in Valletta once again becomes a hive of activity. Within a few...

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Only 43% of professional qualification applications approved by Malta, EU average at 82%

Only around 43 out of every 100 applications for recognition of professional qualifications were approved by Malta in 2023, compared to 82% across the whole EU. The figures were presented by...

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Former Prince Andrew files a legal action to quash warrants that led to searches of his residence

Britain's Former Prince Andrew has filed a legal action to quash warrants that led to searches of his residences. A judicial spokesperson confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor had filed a...

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Business

Neuralta Brain Power - Advanced Support for Brain Health

Can we learn from Softbank’s AI adventures?

BOV Fund Services marks 20 years of growth

Young leaders prepare to meet European decision-makers through JCI European Know-How Transfer

Malta Institute of Accountants holds 62nd AGM

EY Engage 2026 explores the building blocks of the AI-ready enterprise

Farsons Group delivers stable growth and increases interim dividend

db Group forecasts €104 million EBITDA as St George’s Bay enters operation

Microsoft launches a new Copilot, bringing AI, delegation and app creation together

Lidl Malta renews support for St Jeanne Antide Foundation

Nathaniel Attard breaks silence after PN dismissal

PM Abela continues to refuse to act against organised crime - Repubblika

Abela stresses peace and trust in institutions at UN, while Borg challenges government’s credibility

Russia reports a worker at a Siberian plague institute got pneumonia from an unknown cause and died

TMID Editorial - Rising turnover, falling profits: Malta must protect its businesses

Nathaniel Attard removed as Nationalist Party communications director

Over 13,000 students begin new academic year at University of Malta

Man found guilty of murder after fight over whiskey in Marsa, sentenced to life in prison

Robert Abela says he will not support any proposal that labels Malta as a 'mafia state’

Jeffrey Archer, bestselling British novelist and scandal-ridden politician, dies at 86

Sicilian port authorities intercept 377 exotic animals bound for Malta

Zidane and Mancini get first home wins in charge of France and Italy in Nations League

PN leader meets MUT ahead of Budget: ‘Education sector needs clear strategy’

Prime Minister meets Association of Catering Establishments in Budget consultation meeting

Updated: KSU ‘pushes NGOs out of Freshers’ Week’ by imposing fee

Over 8,000 students start at MCAST as college marks 25 years

Din l-Art Ħelwa celebrates Europa Nostra Heritage Champions Grand Prix at Verdala Palace

A full-time parliament could entice more young people and women to politics, Opposition MP says

Two traffic police officers cleared over Marsa flyover overtime fraud

Updated: Matthew Caruana Galizia warns of judicial system ‘collapsing bit by bit’

Teuma strike puts Malta on brink of Nations League group victory

Should Parliament decrease MPs’ allotted speaking time?

Żibel calls for reform of household waste system as summer tourism strains collections

From ‘nibbejkja’ to nowhere: How Malta is toasting its own tongue

Abela promises ‘solid Budget which reflects the realities of today’

GDP growth is not enough if people remain at risk of poverty, Alex Borg says

Portugal stay perfect without Ronaldo in Nations League, Germany held by Greece

Three arrested in separate drug-related cases

Shaping the future of learning: Malta Union of Teachers unveils 2027 Budget proposals

Fondazzjoni Sebħ, Ministry for Social Policy sign three-year agreement

Suspended jail term for man who assaulted pregnant ex-partner

Spain's prime minister calls early elections as pressure mounts over housing crisis

Birgu to light up with 45,000 candles for ‘Birgu by Candlelight’

Pope Francis' diaries to be published next month, revealing reflections on Vatican years

WasteServ warns of monthly battery fires as it rolls out national campaign on proper disposal

TMID Editorial: Parliament deserves reforms

Only 43% of professional qualification applications approved by Malta, EU average at 82%

Former Prince Andrew files a legal action to quash warrants that led to searches of his residence

Father and son in hospital after ceiling collapses in Marsa

‘Disgusted’ PN MP says lack of justice for Daphne Caruana Galizia is ‘beyond humiliating’

TMIS Editorial: Abela’s call for trust must begin at home

Equality beyond Pride: Building a more inclusive society

Man charged with assaulting police officers after Valletta altercation

Updated (2): Man who went naked in Żebbuġ fountain gets suspended sentence, leaves Malta