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14 May 2025, Wednesday

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Abela trying to put pressure on courts to exonerate ‘Joseph Muscat and his clique’ – Repubblika

The NGO Repubblika has accused Prime Minister Robert Abela of trying to put pressure on the courts in order for them to exonerate Joseph Muscat “and his clique” from the serious charges...

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PA application to turn Villa Sans Soucis into elderly home suspended as amended plans requested

A planning application to turn what is reputed to be Malta's most haunted house into an elderly home has been suspended at the request of the project's architect after the Superintendence of Cultural...

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Gafa should have used the tool of interrogation in hospitals deal case, Aquilina says

Robert Aquilina, Fondazione Falcone's representative in Malta, has hit out at Police Commissioner Angelo Gafa, saying that the Commissioner should have conducted interrogations in the hospitals deal...

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Vince Muscat tried to claim €1 million reward for information on Caruana Galizia murder via lawyer

Vince Muscat, who is one of the convicted hitmen behind the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, told a trial on Tuesday that his lawyer had tried to claim the €1 million reward on offer for...

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Law report: Interpretation of ‘pre-existing medical condition’ clauses in travel insurance policies

On 5 February 2025, the Court of Appeal (in its inferior jurisdiction), delivered its final judgment in the case of 'D.M. v X Insurance' which related to an appeal filed by X Insurance (the...

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Maksar gang trial: 'I don't have the guts to shoot', Vince Muscat tells court

Vince Muscat, known as il-Kohhu, told a trial by jury that he does not have the guts to shoot. He was testifying in the trial by jury of the four men charged with the murder of Daphne...

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Students lament University decision to lay off casual part-time lecturers

Students at the University of Malta (UoM) have expressed "deep concern and dismay" over a recent decision implemented by the University to terminate the contracts of "casual part-time...

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10 songs win a place in the Eurovision final but 5 are sent home as the music contest heats up

Competition in the 69th Eurovision Song Contest kicked off Tuesday, with sauna-loving Swedish entry KAJ gaining a place in the final and five countries going home after the first of two...

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Malta is European leader in LGBTIQ+ rights for 10th consecutive year, government says

Malt ranked first on the 2025 Rainbow Map released by ILGA-Europe, which is the leading European organisation advocating for LGBTIQ+ rights, the government said. The map benchmarks 49...

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TMID Editorial: A tragedy in the Med

A tragedy occurred in the Mediterranean this week. Four people, including two small children, died during a migration voyage. "Following a mayday alert by the European Border and Coast Guard...

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There were over 12,500 property transactions in 2024, an increase over previous year

There were over 12,500 property transactions in 2024, valued at €3.5 billion, marking a 3.4% increase from the previous year, a government statement read. Minister for Justice and Reform...

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While remaining completely neutral, we must not be naïve

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Gozo’s autonomy debate: Two visions, one island

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The Maltese language course for EU institution employees

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Workers Day and Malta’s conservative forces

ECHR finds no breach of human rights in Patrick Spiteri’s arrest in Malta

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has found no breach of Patrick Spiteri's rights in his arrest. In 2008 Spiteri was charged with fraud, misappropriation of funds and forgery of public...

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2,225 reported cases of domestic violence in Malta in 2024

Minister for Home Affairs Byron Camilleri has said that across the year 2024, the police received 2,225 reports of domestic violence. This equates to around six reports everyday. He was...

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70-year-old motorcyclist grievously injured in crash

At around 11:15 a.m., the police were informed of a traffic accident in Triq l-Imġarr, Għajnsielem, Gozo. The police went to the scene, and from preliminary investigations, it emerged...

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Trailer too high for bridge in Paceville, traffic chaos ensues

As if we do not have already enough traffic problems, a trailer this morning was unable to continue its journey because it is higher than the bridge in Triq Santu Wistin, St. Julian's. The...

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Ronald Mizzi reappointment is a blow to justice and good governance, PN says

The Nationalist Party said Tuesday it considers Robert Abela's decision to reappoint Ronald Mizzi as Permanent Secretary to be an irresponsible act that further erodes accountability, transparency,...

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Partit Momentum aligns with European Democratic Party, within Renew Europe EP group

The Momentum Party has announced that it has been welcomed into the European Democratic Party. Within the European Parliament, all elected MEPs stemming from the European Democrats (PDE/EDP) join...

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Trump and Pope Leo are now Earth's most powerful Americans. They lead in different roles and realms

The motto of one newly elected American world leader: " Fight! " The other introduced himself to the world with his first public word as pope: " Peace." The contrast between President Donald...

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French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault and given 18-month suspended sentence

A Paris court on Tuesday found actor Gérard Depardieu guilty of having sexually assaulted two women on a 2021 film set, giving him an 18-month suspended prison sentence. The...

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Brazil sign Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti 1 year ahead of 2026 World Cup

Torrential rain fails to halt Inter's pursuit of leaders Napoli as gap cut to one point

Arsenal and Newcastle to meet in Premier League showdown as Champions League race intensifies

Hamrun make it three league titles in a row after beating Birkirkara 1-0 in final

Lazio snatch draw against 10-man Juventus in Serie A

Haaland returns yet Man City stumble to leave Champions League hopes in doubt

San Giljan beat Sliema on penalties to win BOV winter league

Man United, Tottenham reach Europa League final, one win away from Champions League

PSG reach Champions League final and will face Inter for elusive title

Ronald Mizzi reinstated as Permanent Secretary, despite ongoing court case

Ronald Mizzi has been appointed as the Permanent Secretary within the Office of the Prime Minister, despite the ongoing hospitals deal court case. Mizzi is one of the persons facing charges in...

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‘EcoHive project has strong element of greenwashing,’ PN MP raises alarm over EcoHive incinerators

PN MP Claudette Buttigieg criticised the government's proposed EcoHive project in Magħtab, warning that it is being falsely portrayed as an environmentally friendly initiative, when in reality,...

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MIDI says master plan for Manoel Island contemplates huge open spaces

MIDI said Monday that the master plan for Manoel Island contemplates huge open spaces earmarked for the public. Replying to a statement issued by activists calling for the revision of the plan,...

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St Lawrence Church hidden gems open to the public

For the second consecutive year, St Lawrence Church of Vittoriosa is showcasing its' hidden gems which are normally not accessible to the general public during the year. This is an opportunity to...

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Lions found illegally kept in Naxxar relocated to approved facility in Rabat

Four lions and a leopard discovered in a building near the Għallis area in Naxxar last December without the necessary permits have been relocated to a secure site in Rabat, with authorities...

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New York Times reports Pope Leo XIV has Maltese ancestry

Findings regarding Pope Leo XIV's familial roots appear to indicate that the pontiff's great-grandfather was Maltese, the New York Times reports....

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latest comment from Mario Tabone-Vassallo, 12/05/2025 14:00: PROSIT, harbitli din. Intkom biss gibtuha.

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Jeremy Harbinson to testify remotely in Vitals criminal proceedings

Court expert Jeremy Harbinson will be allowed to testify remotely in criminal proceedings related to the Vitals hospitals concession. In a decree issued on Monday, Magistrate Rachel Montebello...

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TMID Editorial: Commitment to dignified end-of-life care

The recent presentation of Malta's National Palliative Care Strategy 2025-2035 - incidentally just days before a national consultation exercise on a form of euthanasia was launched - marks a pivotal...

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62 rescued in Maltese S&R zone, four die in Med migration voyage

Four people, including two small children, have died during a migration voyage in the Mediterranean, a German charity involved in their rescue said. The nonprofit group RESQSHIP said that dozens...

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Police chief ‘categorically and unequivocally denies’ allegations made by Aquilina

Police Commissioner Angelo Gafa has denied the allegations made by Robert Aquilina, Fondazione Falcone's representative in Malta. Aquilina had accused Gafà of undermining the criminal...

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latest comment from Michael Walter, 13/05/2025 11:40: That depends on who the person is !

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Is our education system ready for 21st century skills?

GO declares Malta a ‘True Fibre Island’

HSBC Malta Foundation supports the 6th edition of the Primary STEM Challenge

GO declares Malta a 'true fibre island'

STMicroelectronics Facility becomes EU’s first advanced manufacturing backend plant

Moneybase launches free SEPA Instant payments

MESGA consultative council of future generations meets BOV

Atlas Healthcare and IVALIFE host webinar on pensions and auto-enrolment

Abela trying to put pressure on courts to exonerate ‘Joseph Muscat and his clique’ – Repubblika

PA application to turn Villa Sans Soucis into elderly home suspended as amended plans requested

Gafa should have used the tool of interrogation in hospitals deal case, Aquilina says

Vince Muscat tried to claim €1 million reward for information on Caruana Galizia murder via lawyer

Law report: Interpretation of ‘pre-existing medical condition’ clauses in travel insurance policies

Maksar gang trial: 'I don't have the guts to shoot', Vince Muscat tells court

Students lament University decision to lay off casual part-time lecturers

10 songs win a place in the Eurovision final but 5 are sent home as the music contest heats up

Malta is European leader in LGBTIQ+ rights for 10th consecutive year, government says

TMID Editorial: A tragedy in the Med

There were over 12,500 property transactions in 2024, an increase over previous year

ECHR finds no breach of human rights in Patrick Spiteri’s arrest in Malta

2,225 reported cases of domestic violence in Malta in 2024

70-year-old motorcyclist grievously injured in crash

Trailer too high for bridge in Paceville, traffic chaos ensues

Ronald Mizzi reappointment is a blow to justice and good governance, PN says

Partit Momentum aligns with European Democratic Party, within Renew Europe EP group

Trump and Pope Leo are now Earth's most powerful Americans. They lead in different roles and realms

French actor Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault and given 18-month suspended sentence

Parliament unanimously passes new cannabis legislation amendments

Robert Aquilina accuses Police Commissioner of undermining hospitals corruption inquiry

Maksar gang trial: Vince Muscat confronted with previous testimony

Malta Further & Higher Education Authority says it still holds the status of affiliate with ENQA

Two grievously injured in Sannat fight

Government must shoulder responsibility for yet another failure in education – PN

Runway operations resume following incident involving a light aircraft, MIA says

Brazil sign Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti 1 year ahead of 2026 World Cup

Planning application filed for run-down cinema in Birkirkara to be restored and turned into gym

Ronald Mizzi reinstated as Permanent Secretary, despite ongoing court case

‘EcoHive project has strong element of greenwashing,’ PN MP raises alarm over EcoHive incinerators

MIDI says master plan for Manoel Island contemplates huge open spaces

St Lawrence Church hidden gems open to the public

Lions found illegally kept in Naxxar relocated to approved facility in Rabat

New York Times reports Pope Leo XIV has Maltese ancestry

Jeremy Harbinson to testify remotely in Vitals criminal proceedings

TMID Editorial: Commitment to dignified end-of-life care

62 rescued in Maltese S&R zone, four die in Med migration voyage

Police chief ‘categorically and unequivocally denies’ allegations made by Aquilina

‘Strong polarisation always works against the PN’ – Mark Anthony Sammut

Rejection of Malta’s higher education regulator by EU quality register ‘a damaging blow’ - Momentum

Pope Leo XIV urges release of imprisoned journalists, affirms gift of free speech and press

Daniel Meli wins legal battle to avoid extradition to US

US and China take a step back from sky-high tariffs and agree to pause for 90 days for more talks

‘We are not asking for expropriation of Manoel Island, but for a contract renegotiation’ - activists