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Adrian Delia says the Prime Minister must go: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes Opposition Leader Adrian Delia who said in parliament that this is ‘the hour of the people’ as large crowds were forming outside parliament to express their anger. Delia…

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Caruana Galizia middleman granted presidential pardon: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent leads with a government statement announcing that the suspected middleman in the Caruana Galizia murder has been granted a presidential pardon in exchange of information on the case.…

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Prime Minister receives unanimous support by PL MPs: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports that Prime Minister Joseph Muscat received the unanimous backing of his parliamentary group in an internal vote of confidence. The paper says that several MPs argued for…

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Government does not exclude Yorgen Fenech pardon: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reveals that the government is considering offering a presidential pardon to 17 Black owner Yorgen Fenech about the Caruana Galizia murder, following the pardon granted to suspected middleman Melvin…

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Government rejects debate in parliament on Caruana Galizia investigations: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes Opposition Leader Adrian Delia who said that the country deserves better than a government that ‘will not listen to the people’. Delia was speaking after a request for…

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Malta – Daphne Caruana Galizia’s Assassination – Review and Update

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Labour Party feeling internal pressure: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today says that the government is under pressure by Labour Party activists to remove Kith Schembri. The paper claims that the Prime Minister is adamant that he will not…

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Yorgen Fenech requests presidential pardon: The Headlines – The Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday reports that businessman Yorgen Fenech requested a presidential pardon in exchange for information. Prime Minister Joseph Muscat is taking the advice of the Attorney General and…

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PM likely to step down in the coming months: The Headlines – The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times says that Labour Party insiders believe that leader Joseph Muscat plans to step down within the next six to nine months. Developments in the Caruana Galizia case,…

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Anxiety within Labour Party ranks: The Headlines – Illum

Illum claims that there is a growing sense of unease among Labour Party insiders over the ‘dramatic events’ in the Caruana Galizia case. The paper says that calls for Leader…

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Opposition call for urgent parliamentary sitting refused: The Headlines – Il-Mument

Il-Mument reports that the Leader of the Opposition requested an urgent parliamentary sitting on Saturday to discuss the latest revelations in the Caruana Galizia case. The government turned down the…

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Signs that institutions are functioning well: The Headlines – It-Torċa

It-Torċa says that the latest arrests in the Caruana Galizia case and Minister Chris Cardona’s questioning by the police show that the institutions are effective. The paper also says that…

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Caruana Galizia case is the biggest investigation ever: The Headlines – Kulħadd

Kulħadd describes the Caruana Galizia probe as the biggest criminal investigation in Malta’s history and says that the case is expected to encounter further complications. The paper reports that investigators…

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Adrian Delia meets President to discuss national situation: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that Opposition Leader Adrian Delia requested an emergency meeting with President George Abela. Delia is arguing that Prime Minister Joseph Muscat should not interfere in roles beyond his…

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Investigators mulling plea bargain with Yorgen Fenech: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent reports that investigators are considering plea bargaining with Yorgen Fenech after he was arrested for a second round of questioning on Friday. The paper says it is not…

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Thousands demand justice outside Castille: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports that an anti-corruption protest in Castille square on Friday evening drew thousands of people demanding political responsibility for Daphne Caruana Galizia’s murder. The protest was organised by…

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New people surface in the Caruana Galizia case: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that new names have emerged in the investigation into the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia. The paper quotes unofficial sources who said that the police are corroborating new…

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Speaker promises heightened security: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to House Speaker Anġlu Farrugia who said he will take steps to ensure ‘more security’ following protests outside parliament on Wednesday. The paper shows damages to Owen Bonnici’s…

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Yorgen Fenech released on bail: The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Independent reveals that businessman Yorgen Fenech who was arrested on Wednesday has been released on bail after just under 48 hours in police custody. The paper says that Fenech…

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PA turns down AUM development proposal: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports that the Planning Authority board unanimously turned down a development application by the American University of Malta. The plans were strongly opposed by residents in Cottonera and…

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Proof of direct contact between businessman and middleman: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that Yorgen Fenech has been granted bail and left the police depot at around 21:00 on Thursday. A second story in the paper says that there are recordings…

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Businessman Yorgen Fenech arrested: The Headlines – The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly leads with the arrest of businessman Yorgen Fenech as his yacht was intercepted by the police leaving Portomaso early on Wednesday. Investigators into the Daphne Caruana…

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Business community in Malta shocked by arrest: The Headlines – Business Today

Business Today says that the arrest of Yorgen Fenech ‘sent shock waves’ in the business landscape in Malta. The paper says Fenech stepped down as director of Tumas Group of…

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Prime Minister will not speculate on arrest: The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Independent quotes Prime Minister Joseph Muscat who said he ‘would not speculate’ on the reasons that led to Yorgen Fenech’s arrest, adding that he wanted to be cautious not…

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Caruana Galizias welcome Yorgen Fenech arrest: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports on an eventful day on Wednesday following the arrest of Yorgen Fenech, with anti-corruption protestors rallying outside Castille later in the evening. The paper says that the…

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Opposition Leader says people expect political responsibility: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

In-Nazzjon quotes Opposition Leader Adrian Delia who, in reaction to the arrest of Yorgen Fenech, said that people expect the Prime Minister to tell what he will do with Chief…

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Prime Minister says no politicians involved in Caruana Galizia murder: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont covers a statement to the press by the Prime Minister following news that Yorgen Fenech was arrested. Muscat said that from information he has, no politicians are involved in…

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Prime Minister commits to pardon for middleman in Caruana Galizia murder: The Headlines – The Times

The Times leads with an announcement by the Prime Minister that a pardon will be offered in exchange for information to a man suspected of acting as a middleman between…

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Suspect middleman has a trail of loan sharking: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today names the suspected middleman in the Caruana Galizia murder as Melvin Theuma, who works as a taxi driver. The paper says the 41-year-old has a history of court…

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Engineers raise concerns about change to professional Act – The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent quotes a statement by the Chamber of Engineers which warns that changes in the Engineering Profession Act will lower standards and might have ‘serious implications’ on general health…

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Prime Minister promises pardon in signed letter: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports that Prime Minister Muscat signed a letter promising the suspect a presidential pardon if he reveals who commissioned Daphne Caruana Galizia’s assassination in 2017. The paper says that…

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PPE Summit to present climate emergency resolution: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that PN Leader Adrian Delia will today address a summit of the PPE which is being held in Croatia. PPE leaders are expected to discuss ‘an important resolution’…

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Economic sectors reliant on non-Maltese workers: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent quotes findings by the Central Bank that several sectors in Malta depend on non-Maltese workers. Third Country nationals make up almost a third of the construction workforce while…

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Luxury Paceville hotel operating without license: The Headlines – The Times

The Times says that H Hotel in Paceville, which was opened by the Prime Minister last June, has been operating without the required license by the Malta Tourism Authority. The…

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Attorney General only handed Egrant inquiry to Prime Minister: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon follows the case in court about the publication of the Egrant report. The Attorney General denied claims that he handed copies of the inquiry to other people besides the…

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GWU Secretary General hits out against gender pay gap: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont quotes General Workers Union secretary general Josef Bugeja who said that it is ‘disgusting’ that we are still discussing the gender pay gap in 2019. Bugeja was addressing a…

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BOV fined for anti-money laundering violations: The Headlines – The Times

The Times leads with a notice by the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit informing that Bank of Valletta has been fined a total of €57,500 for two separate instances breaching anti-money…

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Cottonera residents hold another protest against AUM plans: The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Independent reports on a protest in Senglea organised by a Cottonera residents action group on Sunday against plans by the American University to expand its footprint. Activists said they…

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State school teachers worried by ongoing survey: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that teachers in primary and secondary state schools are concerned about a survey making the rounds to assess the possibility of shifting them to the public sector from…

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Adrian Delia says government lost legitimacy: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia who said that the government has ‘lost legitimacy’ on the day Keith Schembri dropped his libel case against opposition MP Simon Busuttil to avoid…

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Sadeen lost millions since AUM was set up: The Headlines – Illum

Illum reports that Sadeen Education, the company behind the American University of Malta, registered losses of more than €4 million in its first three years. The paper says that the…

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Alarm over state of school: The Headlines – The Independent of Sunday

The Independent on Sunday says that parents of children who go to the Mtarfa school are worried by the dangerous state of the building. The paper says that parts of…

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Waste facilities possibly in breach of EU directive: The Headlines – The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times speaks to senior members of the Environment and Resources Authority who cast doubts on Malta’s ability to manage the waste situation. Sources told the paper that waste…

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MCESD satisfied with rhythm of productivity: The Headlines – It-Torċa

It-Torċa quotes a report on productivity in Malta drawn by the Council for Social and Economic Development. The paper says that the document, which was prepared by experts, expresses satisfaction…

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PL deputy leaders disagree over Keith Schembri: The Headlines – Il-Mument

Il-Mument claims that the two deputy leaders of the Labour Party, Chris Fearne and Chris Cardona, clashed over Keith Schembri’s role after the Chief of Staff dropped a libel suit…

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Bill regulating bouncers delayed by two years: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today reveals that regulations for bouncers in entertainment spots were originally proposed two years ago but have been put off. A spokesperson for the Home Affairs Ministry said that…

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Regulator endorses IIP due diligence: The Headlines – Kulħadd

Kulħadd claims that a report by the by the IIP regulator ‘certifies’ the due diligence mechanisms adopted by the process, consequently dismissing criticism by the Nationalist Party. A second article…

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Woman caught taking drugs into prison: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports on a case of a young woman caught trying to smuggle drugs into prison. The paper says that the substance was discovered in the woman’s jacket after it…

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PN Secretary General urges local councillors to join protest: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Secretary General Clyde Puli who encouraged party local councillors to join an anti-corruption protest on Saturday evening. Puli said that the Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff must…

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Malta has no jurisdiction over Hurd’s Bank: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent speaks to the Foreign Affairs Ministry about claims of ship-to-ship transfers between Russia and Venezuela at Hurd’s Bank. A spokesperson for the Minister said that Malta has no…

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New members on Caruana Galizia public inquiry board: The Headlines – The Times

The Times leads with the appointment of two new members on the public inquiry into the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia. Chief Justice Emeritus Joseph Said Pullicino and Judge Abigail…

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Russia-Venezuela transfers suspected off Malta: The Headlines – The Independent

Russia-Venezuela transfers suspected off Malta: The Headlines – The Independent The Independent leads with US investigations into claims of ship-to-ship transfers between Russian and Venezuelan vessels at Hurd’s Bank, just…

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Government ministers disagree on Keith Schembri: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon claims that the Cabinet is divided over the Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff Keith Schembri, saying that many disagree with the way the situation is being handled following his…

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Testaferrata street shooting over romance: The Headlines – The Times

The Times carries a story about a man who was shot by another man when he was looking for his girlfriend in Testaferrata street, Gżira. The victim says that the…

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PN supporters call out absent Opposition MPs: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that only a third of opposition representatives were present in parliament for a speech by MP Simon Busuttil this week. The paper picks up social media posts by…

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More than 8,000 AirBnB properties in Malta: The Headlines – Business Today

Business Today carries a Central Bank study showing that there are more 8,700 properties in Malta listed on AirBnB. The report says that the sharing platform earns hosts as much…

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Steward Health Care loses millions to fuel expansion: The Headlines – The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly quotes a report by The Boston Globe claiming that Seward Health Care registered a loss of €592 million over two years, following an expansion exercise. The…

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