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Corporate Dispatch Malta Newspaper Review

Good morning, These are the headlines from Malta’s Newspapers: Malta Today says that Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has accepted a request for a meeting by the Caruana Galizia family over…

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Corporate Dispatch Malta Newspaper Review

Good morning, These are the headlines from Malta’s Newspapers: The Times leads with the setting up of a public inquiry into the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia as recommended by…

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Corporate Dispatch Daily Newsfeed Roundup

Good Evening, These are the salient news reviewed and covered today: NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio Drops Out Of 2020 Presidential Bid Some Of The Climate Change Protests Around…

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Formal request by PN for the Parliamentary Accounts Committee to investigate severance packages to FSA employees – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon leads with a formal request by the Nationalist Party for the Parliamentary Accounts Committee to investigate severance packages that were reportedly offered to Financial Services Authority employees. In-Nazzjon covers an interview…

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Caruana Galizia family say they would not accept to be ‘blackmailed by public servants’ – The Headlines: The Times

The Times follows the case of a priest accused of involvement in the theft of sacred works of art from a convent in Valletta. Fr Deo Debono was instructed to…

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Customs Department reported the third-highest rate of confiscated items among EU states – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to community members in Fr Debono’s parish who expressed surprise at the accusations. Many spoke about the priest’s dedication and disposition, other were dismayed at the cancellation of…

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Environment Minister Jose Herrera says dumping construction waste at sea would be a last resort – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent speaks to Environment Minister Jose Herrera about recent comments by the Prime Minister about dumping construction waste at sea. Herrera said he had floated the same idea but…

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Corporate Dispatch Malta Newspaper Review

Good morning, These are the headlines from Malta’s Newspapers: The Independent speaks to Environment Minister Jose Herrera about recent comments by the Prime Minister about dumping construction waste at sea.…

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Corporate Dispatch Daily Newsfeed Roundup

Good Evening, These are the salient news reviewed and covered today: Gantz Rejects Netanyahu’s Offer For A Unity Government Buckingham Palace Expresses ‘Displeasure’ At Cameron’s Comments Widespread Fires In…

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Priest involved in the theft of sacred works of art from an Augustinian convent – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon covers an interview with PN Leader Adrian Delia by journalist Brian Hansford. Delia criticised the government for overtaking authorities and independent institutions putting thousands of jobs at risk. In-Nazzjon says that…

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Less than half of Foreign Direct Investment in Malta is genuine – The Headlines: The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly quotes an international study which finds that 40 percent of Foreign Direct Investment worldwide is classified as ‘phantom’. The paper says that less than half of…

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CoE’s Human Rights Commissioner writes to Prime Minister to drop pending libel suits against the Caruana Galizia family – The Headlines: The Times

The Times reveals that the Council of Europe’s Human Rights Commissioner, Dunja Mijatovic, has written to Prime Minister Muscat to drop pending libel suits against the Caruana Galizia family. In…

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Government studying possibilities of operating long-haul routes without Air Malta – The Headlines: Business Today

Business Today reveals that the government is studying possibilities of operating long-haul routes without having to rely on Air Malta. Government says that the national carrier remains the preferred option…

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Prime Minister says that the government is considering dumping construction waste in designated sea zones – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent covers a meeting between the government and the Malta Developers’ Association. Prime Minister Joseph Muscat said that the government is considering dumping construction waste in designated sea zones.…

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Commissioner for Standards in Public Life found no basis to investigate Keith Schembri on loaned money to Progress Press – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that the Commissioner for Standards in Public Life found no basis to investigate allegations that Keith Schembri loaned money to Progress Press before he was appointed OPM Chief…

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Corporate Dispatch Daily Newsfeed Roundup

Good Evening, These are the salient news reviewed and covered today: Turkish Seismic Exploration Vessel ‘Oruc Reis’ In The Eastern Mediterranean Research Area UK Supreme Court Hearing On Proroguing Parliament…

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Education Commissioner confirms plans to recruit foreign teachers to make up for the shortage – The Headlines: The Times

The Times also asked the Prime Minister about any intention to resign, to which he insisted that he is completely focused on his job. The paper says speculation that Muscat will…

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Upcoming budget will place a stronger emphasis on pensioners and the housing sector – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that the upcoming budget will place a stronger emphasis on pensioners and the housing sector. Finance Minister Edward Scicluna said that the government is aiming at achieving another…

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A PN government will guarantee that institutions function independently of the government– The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon features a series of ‘scandals’ involving public entities and says that a new story emerges every day. The paper investigates the Gozo fast ferry contract, golden handshake agreements at the…

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PM Joseph Muscat refuses to comment on whether he will step down – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent reports that two Italian coast guard officers will stand trial next month over the 2013 tragedy in which 268 migrants, including, 60 children, lost their lives at sea.…

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Two school bus drivers are accused of defiling a minor – The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today leads with comments by Prime Minister Joseph Muscat indicating that the government will launch an independent inquiry into the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia before the deadline…

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MFSA governor protests ‘abusive’ severance package: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reveals that a governor at the Financial Services Authority filed a judicial protest to block the watchdog’s CEO from offering a golden handshake to its COO following public disagreement.…

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PN Leader raises alarm over poverty: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon leads with an address by PN Leader Adrian Delia who said that poverty is a challenge present ‘in every category in society’ and needs to be seriously addressed. Delia…

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Environment Minister rejects MDA demands for dumping sites: The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Independent quotes Environment Minister Jose Herrera who described expectations by the developers’ association for the government to provide dumping sites ‘a fallacy’. The minister said that the construction sector…

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New authority against financial crime set up: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont announces the launch of a national agency against economic crimes. Finance Minister Edward Scicluna, however, insisted that the fight against money laundering is bigger than any single authority or…

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Corporate Dispatch Daily Newsfeed Roundup

Good Evening, These are the salient news reviewed and covered today: Italian Police Arrest Juventus Ultra-Groups Members For Extortion, Money Laundering And Violence President George Vella In Private Audience…

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Prime Minister says that the government is committed to expanding the middle class – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont also quotes the Prime Minister who said that he will continue to concentrate on the economic success of the country. Turning to the budget, Muscat said that the government…

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Malta Tenant Support founder says legislation should next tackle overcrowding in housing units and quality control – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent says that the Planning Authority Board will on Thursday decide on an application to build a car showroom adjacent to a fuel station on ODZ land in Tal-Barrani,…

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PN celebrates the 55th anniversary of Independence Day – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon reports on a series of events organised by the PN to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Independence Day. On Sunday the party held a sports activity, a horse show, and…

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Prime Minister quells rumours that he is about to step down after the budget is passed – The Headlines: The Times

The Times reports that Prime Minister Joseph Muscat quelled rumours that he is about to step down after the budget is passed. The paper says it was the only reference Muscat…

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Helena Dalli speaks about the challenges ahead – The Headlines: The Malta Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday publishes an interview with designated EU Commissioner for Equality Helena Dalli. She said that, in her experience, stereotypes are a bigger challenge than equality as a…

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Joseph Muscat dismisses imminent departure rumours – The Headlines: Illum

Illum says that Joseph Muscat insisted with the Labour Party Executive that he has no intention of stepping down after the budget. The paper said that members of the executive welcomed…

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Thousands of people join Pride in Valletta – The Headlines: Kulħadd

Kulħadd features the Pride march in Valletta on Saturday which attracted thousands of participants. Prime Minister Joseph Muscat said that the event this year is even more meaningful with the recent…

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Suspicious transfers emerge in Satabank probe: The Headlines – The Sunday Times of Malta

The Sunday Times says the Satabank investigation has uncovered transfers to the same company by suspected fuel smugglers and a high-profile criminal lawyer. The information has been passed to the Financial…

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Rise in violence on parents: The Headlines – It-Torċa

It-Torċa reports on a ‘novel phenomenon’ of violence on parents by their children. A social worker said that there are currently 130 such cases before Aġenzija Appoġġ and that incidents…

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Grim outlook for the Malta Freeport – The Headlines: Il-Mument

Il-Mument says that ‘storm clouds’ are gathering over the Malta Freeport and says that employees have noticed a sharp decrease in the volume of activity. The paper says the cause…

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PL leadership hopefuls told to fall in line – The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today reveals that Prime Minister Joseph Muscat ordered Ministers Chris Fearne, Konrad Mizzi and Ian Borg to tone down their personal promotion efforts which is creating unease among the…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says government is putting the country’s heritage at risk – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia who said that the government is putting the country’s heritage at risk. Delia brought up the recent mould outbreak at the MUŻA museum as an…

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Fondazzjoni Sokkors warns against jumping to conclusions about a decline in suicide cases – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to Fondazzjoni Sokkors founder Dr Mark Xuereb who warned against jumping to conclusions about a decline in suicide cases. Xuereb said that trends take 10 to 15 years…

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Pregnant woman saved by Armed Forces from a migrant ship gives birth at MDH – The Headlines: The Times

The Times also covers the story and says that Visit Malta promotion will feature at the club’s Old Trafford stadium and on its online channels. The club’s Director of Partnerships…

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MTA signs a three-year partnership agreement with Manchester United – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent leads with the announcement that the Malta Tourism Authority signed a three-year partnership agreement with English football club Manchester United. Minister Konrad Mizzi said Malta aims to become…

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Corporate Dispatch Daily Newsfeed Roundup

Good Evening, These are the salient news reviewed and covered today: Moderately Strong Earthquake Jolts The Philippines Prague State Attorney Halts Investigation Of Suspected Fraud By Czech PM Andrej Babis…

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Malta is registering progress in the cure of cancer in adults – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont publishes an interview with Puttinu Cares Foundation president Dr Victor Calvagna who said that Malta is registering progress in the cure of cancer in adults. The paper says that…

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Malta has highest percentage in EU of people concerned about climate change – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent reports on a Eurobarometer survey showing that 92 percent of people in Malta are ‘very concerned’ about climate change – the highest percentage in the EU. The rate…

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PN will not allow the death of agriculture in Malta – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon also reports on the Moneyval assessment and says that the body of experts cast doubts on the government’s commitment to fight money laundering. The paper quotes from the report that…

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Disruption of surgeries and tests at Mater Dei hospital following strikes ordered by UĦM – Voice of the Workers – The Headlines: The Times

The Times leads with the disruption of surgeries and tests at Mater Dei hospital following strikes ordered by UĦM – Voice of the Workers. The dispute is with another union, MUMN,…

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Corporate Dispatch Daily Newsfeed Roundup

Good Evening, These are the salient news reviewed and covered today: European Commission And World Health Organization Join Forces To Promote The Benefits Of Vaccines Exiting Nuclear Power Unrealistic…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says the population growth is having a negative impact of quality of life in Malta – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia's criticism of the government's failure to plan ahead for the effects of population increase. Delia said that the growth in population is having a negative…

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Contenders for Labour Party top job eyeing a post-budget contest – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent speaks to OPM insiders who said that the Prime Minister has not discussed his resignation with the cabinet. The paper says that would-be leaders are eyeing a post-budget…

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Two new banks expected to set up in Malta by the second quarter of 2020– The Headlines: Business Today

Business Today says that CEOs of gaming companies expressed concerns about rising rentals prices and said that, left unchecked, increases could harm competitiveness. The government assured the sector that it…

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Dubai sheikh to acquire Mistra Village– The Headlines: The Times

The Times says that the former Mistra Village has been officially recognised as a ‘special designated area’ paving the way for a Dubai Sheikh to acquire the complex. The paper says…

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Air Malta pilots’ union say the delayed flight to Palermo a case of ‘mismanagement’ by the airline – The Headlines: The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly says that the Air Malta pilots’ union investigated a recent incident which delayed a flight to Palermo by 17 hours. The association concluded that the delay…

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Plans for the former Paloma Hotel in Buġibba to be converted into tourist accommodation again – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reveals plans for the former Paloma Hotel in Buġibba to be converted into tourist accommodation again. The paper says that the property will be transferred from the current Russian…

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