Newspaper Review

Works at SR Technics hangar halted following the discovery of a Neolithic temple– Illum

Illum speaks to former president of the PN Executive Council Mark Anthony Sammut about the result of the vote of confidence in Adrian Delia. Sammut said the PN leader still…

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Gozitan businessman Joseph Portelli in bid to buy the former Jerma hotel for €90 million – Malta Today

Malta Today says that, even though a win for Adrian Delia, the result of the vote further exposes the opposition to his leadership within the PN. Delia urged those who…

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Ombudsman is mulling legal steps against the government regarding the contract with Vitals Global Healthcare – The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times carries the results in Adrian Delia’s vote of confidence: 67.7 percent of the 1,.380 party councillors voted for the leader to stay, 22 votes were invalid, and…

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Adrian Delia increased the votes in the General Council by 50 percent – Il-Mument

Il-Mument says that Adrian Delia increased the votes in the General Council by 50 percent, compared to the share he won during the leadership contest in 2017. The paper…

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Infrastructure Malta CEO Frederick Azzopardi says some claims about the consequences of the Central Link project are either exaggerated or untrue – The Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday leads with PN Leader Adrian Delia announcing that he won a vote of confidence by the party’s General Council. Two-thirds of the members in the…

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Nomination of Helena Dalli to European Commission considered a positive step for new President von der Leyen– L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont quotes an article by three members of the PN General Council describing party leader Adrian Delia as an ‘albatross around the party’s neck’. The paper says…

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EU Affairs and Equality Minister Edward Zammit Lewis to give up any roles he was awarded – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent questions newly appointed EU Affairs and Equality Minister Edward Zammit Lewis about government consultancy positions. Zammit Lewis said he will follow the ministerial code of ethics and…

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PN describes claims of missed payments by PN leader Delia as a ‘cowardly and personal assault’– In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes a PN statement dismissing claims of missed payments by Adrian Delia and describing them a ‘cowardly and personal assault’ on Adrian Delia. The statement said that the attacks…

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PN Leader denies former wife’s claims that he missed home loan repayments – The Times

The Times leads with a rescue operation by the Armed Forces rescuing 76 migrants from the sea and bringing them safely to land. Meanwhile another 150 migrants are reported…

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No Minister will be suspended pending the magisterial inquiry into deal with Vitals Global Healthcare – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent leads with a statement by the Office of the Prime Minister that Ministers Konrad Mizzi, Edward Scicluna, and Chris Cardona, will not be suspended pending the magisterial…

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MHRA suspects there may be over 3.000 unregistered holiday apartments in Malta – Business Today

Business Today publishes an interview with Hotels and Restaurants Association president Tony Zahra who said there may be over 3.000 unregistered holiday apartments in Malta. Zahra said that while the…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says he wants a young, alive and enthusiastic party – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia who said he wants a young, alive and enthusiastic party that is ready to change the country. Interviewed on Net TV, Delia reminded…

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UK corruption investigation into a business relationship between De la Rue and South Sudan. – The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly leads with a UK investigation into a business relationship between De la Rue and South Sudan. The Serious Fraud Office suspects corruption has taken place in…

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Equalities Minister Helena Dalli nominated as Malta’s next EU Commissioner by Prime Minister Joseph Muscat. – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont carries a story about an Italian woman who was kidnapped in Floriana by two men from Somalia and driven to Ħal Far where she was repeatedly raped. The…

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Woods had already been questioned by the police in connection with the disappearance of Charlene Farrugia – The Times

The Times says that John Paul Charles Woods had already been questioned by the police in connection with the disappearance of his then girlfriend Charlene Farrugia, in 2008, but…

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Malta Dairy Products to raise milk prices by up to 11 cents – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that Malta Dairy Products is to raise milk prices for consumers by up to 11 cents from this Monday. The company said in a statement that the change…

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Investigation into allegations that patients’ information leaked to funeral directors from MDH – The Times

The Times reports that the Planning Authority board will tomorrow decide on a proposal for a new fuel station in Attard. The development, which would take up 3,000 square meters…

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John Paul Charles Woods had already attacked two other women before Charlene Farrugia’s murder– L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont also writes about the case and says that suspect John Paul Charles Woods had already attacked two other women before. Charlene Farrugia’s sister told the paper her family was…

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Investigators are still trying to establish the motive behind murder of Charlene Farrugia – Malta Today

Malta Today follows the case of Charlene Farrugia whose remains have been found outside Valletta after 11 years since her sudden disappearance. The paper says investigators are still trying to…

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The Parliamentary Assembly for the Mediterranean will relocate its headquarters from Malta – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent reveals that the Parliamentary Assembly for the Mediterranean will relocate its headquarters from Malta by January. Secretary General Sergio Pazzi, who is already operating from Bucharest, was…

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Seven in ten employers expect labour costs to rise this year: The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent quotes a report by the Malta Employers Association indicating that shortage of employees and rising property prices are pushing up labour costs. More than three-fourths of employers…

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Details of horrific killing in St Paul’s Bay surface: The Headlines – The Times of Malta

The Times leads with emerging crime details after the discovery of human remains believed to be a young woman who disappeared in 2018. Police understand that the suspect killed the…

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Police investigating clue linked to murder case: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon covers the story of human remains found outside Valletta but says that the Criminal Investigations Department is proceeding with caution as it seeks to establish whether a silver necklace…

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First case of domestic violence to award compensation to victim: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports on the first case of domestic violence victim to be awarded compensation for shortcomings in the protection system. Commissioner Simone Cini expressed her satisfaction and reminded that authorities…

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Prime Minister says the country is going through an economic ‘virtuous cycle’– L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports on the launch of a campaign by the government against human trafficking ‘Human, Like You’. The paper speaks to a victim who was lured to Malta to…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says he will ‘serenely’ face Saturday’s vote by the General Council – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon follows the case of human remains discovered close to the ‘Salinos’ football pitch in Valletta last week. The paper says investigations are more complex that anticipated and the forensic…

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Government plans to open a community hub for people with disabilities in Naxxar in 2022 – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent quotes Parliamentary Secretary Anthony Agius Decelis who announced government plans to open a community hub for people with disabilities in Naxxar in 2022. The €32 million…

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Climatic studies predicting that Malta’s climate will become more similar to that in the Middle East – The Times

The Times leads with climatic studies predicting that Malta’s climate will become more similar to that in the Middle East. James Ciarlo from the National Institute of Oceanography and…

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‘Tragic’ phenomenon of students skipping Matsec exams: The Headlines – It-Torċa

It-Torċa speaks to Professor Carm Borg about a new ‘tragedy’ in the educational sector as figures show that a large number of students did not sit for their Matsec exams.…

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Rejected local councillor may find himself MP: The Headlines – Illum

Illum leads with a Central Bank directive that it says will make it more difficult to apply for home loans, particularly for second homes. The paper speaks to Finance Minister…

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Moody’s upgrades Malta rating: The Headlines – Kulħadd

Kulħadd says the PN MEP Roberta Metsola nominated a Hungarian MEP as Vice Chairment of the European Parliament, before withdrawing it when it was clear the candidate, a member of…

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US pressuring Maltese suspect to divulge information: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today reveals that the US is applying pressure on Darren Debono who is facing charges for fuel smuggling. The former national team footballer said that the American embassy is…

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Hindrance by party members will not be tolerated – PN Leader: The Headlines – The Malta Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday carries an interview with former PN Executive Council president Mark Anthony Sammut who warned the party is facing a ‘total meltdown’ at the next general election.…

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PN Electoral Commission dismisses claims of unfair process: The Headlines – Il-Mument

Il-Mument carries a feature about the PN extraordinary General Council being held on Saturday and quotes leader Adrian Delia who says that internal unity and reforms will bring the party…

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A third of eligible voters in the PN General Council changed: The Headlines – The Sunday Times of Malta

The Sunday Times leads with the unearthing human remains outside Valletta by the police believed to be Charlene Farrugia who went missing in 2008, aged 25. A man held in…

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Real estate franchise owner Matthew Pace has resigned from the PA board – The Times

The Times asks Minister Konrad Mizzi whether his financial advisors had been appointed on the selection committee that transferred the concession of three public hospitals to Vitals. The Minister said…

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Bicycle Advocacy Group encourage Transport Minister Ian Borg to ‘get on a bike’ and try the new cycle lanes – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent quotes Tourism Minister Konrad Mizzi who urged Air Malta and its pilots to ‘sit down’ and resolve industrial issues. The minister said that law prevented the government…

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Minister Konrad Mizzi says he expects the dispute with pilots to be resolved within the coming days: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports on the situation within Air Malta with Minister Konrad Mizzi announcing plans for growth of the airline by the end of summer. Mizzi said, however, that he expects…

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Constitutional Court upholds request by Opposition Leader Adrian Delia for ministers to take the witness stand: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon leads with the decision by the Constitutional Court to uphold a request by Opposition Leader Adrian Delia for ministers to take the witness stand. Finance Mnister Edward Sciculuna, Economy…

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Verification process determining voter eligibility in the PN General Council has been finalised – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that the PA board meeting was a clear sign that no public consultation was carried out about the Central Link project. PN Deputy Leader David Agius said that…

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Some 1,400 objections have been filed against Central Link project- The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent reports the decision on the Central Link and says that some 1,400 objections have been filed against the plans. Infrastructure Malta CEO Frederick Azzopardi said that over…

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PA approves Central Link road project between Mrieħel and Rabat – The Times

The Times leads with the Planning Authority approval of the Central Link road project between Mrieħel and Rabat. The PA board voted 7-3 in favour with members representing the Opposition,…

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Judge Schembri Orland questions effectiveness of police to victims of domestic violence – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont quotes the head of Infrastructure Malta as well who, during his presentation to the PA board, claimed that for every €1 invested on the Central Link development…

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Majority of migrants found living in the stables will be deported: The Headlines – The Times

The Times also follows the story and says that the majority of migrants found living in the stables had overstayed their three-month residence permit and will be deported. One…

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PA board will today decide on the Central Link project between Mrieħel and Saqqajja: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that the Planning Authority board will today decide on the Central Link project between Mrieħel and Saqqajja. The paper says that studies suggest the new road system would…

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Airline Pilots Association is willing to resume talks with Air Malta and the government: The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent reports on a joint operation by Planning Authority officials and the police to clear stables in Marsa that were being used by some 80 migrants…

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Opposition Leader Adrian Delia warns country is being robbed of public property: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes Opposition Leader Adrian Delia who warned in parliament that big investors are dictating the rules while the country is being robbed of public property. Delia questioned the government’s…

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Jobsplus report shows Malta received 16,000 job applications by non-EU nationals between January and May: The Headlines – The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly leads with a Jobsplus report showing that Malta registered the highest growth in population in the EU, an increase of 37 for every 1,000 residents.…

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Migrant describes how he was shot in the back and left for dead on the same night of the murder of Lassana Cisse – Malta Today

Malta Today reports that the three suspects in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia have been formally charged. Brother George and Alfred Degiorgio, and Vincent Muscat are each facing…

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Unanimous agreement on question to be presented for the vote of PN General Council members – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon announces that the PN’s Executive Council unanimously agreed on the formula to be presented for the vote of General Council members later this month. The question will be: Do…

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STD experiences calls for revision of Sexual Health Policy following increase in Syphilis cases : L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to Sexually Transmitted Diseases expert Philip Carabott who said that sexual health policy in Malta needs to be revisited. Carabott revealed that cases of syphilis increased by 123…

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Justice Minister sees no contradiction in statements regarding comments on Daphne Caruana Galizia’s inquiry – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent also leads with the bill of indictment filed by the Attorney General against the three men, coinciding with the 21st month since the murder. The…

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