Malta

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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European Commission issues series of infringement decisions against Member States, including Malta

In its monthly package of infringement decisions, the European Commission pursues legal action against Member States for failing to comply with their obligations under EU law. These decisions, covering various…

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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: Man suffers from grievous injuries after falling off a truck

A 43-year-old man has been hospitalised following a fall in Triq Lapsi, Siġġiewi, today, 24 July, 2019 at about 1355hrs. Preliminary investigations by the District Police found that the man,…

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Helena Dalli nominated as Malta’s European Commissioner

European Affairs and Equality Minister Helena Dalli has been nominated for the post of European Commissioner. A Department of Information statement said that during the past days, Prime Minister Joseph…

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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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Motorcyclist suffers grievous injuries after accident in Zurrieq

Today at around 0250hrs, the Police were informed that their assistance was needed in Valletta Road in Zurrieq. The Police went immediately onsite where preliminary investigation showed that an impact…

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MISCO introduces innovative programme in strategic marketing

MISCO launched a new Level 6 Award in Strategic Marketing offering a mix of lectures and real-world practice using a revolutionary learning platform. This qualification is accredited by the National…

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Bolt International terminates agreement with Maltese operator

Net News revealed that Bolt International terminated the agreement with the company which used to operate the service in Malta. The letter states that Bolt International (formerly TAXIFY) took the…

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Court upholds Air Malta’s request to prohibit pilots’ industrial actions

A civil court has upheld an Air Malta’s request for a warrant of prohibitory injunction against the pilots’ union, ALPA, barring its members from resorting to industrial action. Air Malta…

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Suddenly we are half a million – Michael Falzon

On the occasion of World Population Day on July 11, the National Statistics Office (NSO) published the latest Maltese population figures. Many were shocked to learn that in 2018 our…

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NGOs raise €20,000 in crowdfunding to appeal Central Link project permit

The crowdfunding campaign organised by a number of NGOs to fund an appeal of the Central Link project permit has been successful, with the required €20,000 being raised in less…

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Malta: UK’s most wanted criminal to be extradited to Britain

UK citizen Christopher Guest More will be extradited to his homeland to face trial for murder, after the Court of Criminal Appeal definitively rejected his challenge to the European Arrest…

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Bravo teams with Scouts in clean-up and tree planting initiative

A group of around 30 scouts from the Stella Maris College Scout Group, together with their Scout Leaders, have recently undertaken cleaning activities in Gharghur, in the area better known…

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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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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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EC President starts visit in Malta

The relationship between Malta and the EU Commission has never been as good as it is now, outgoing Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said on Monday. Speaking at Castille, Juncker said…

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Details on Charlene Farrugia’s murder revealed – Former boyfriend jailed for hold-up

A woman who disappeared 11 years ago is likely to have been killed in her apartment before her body was dismembered and transported to Valletta in her own car. Her…

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Microsoft Increases Focus on iGaming Sector

Mr Adrian Gatt has been appointed Business Development Manager for Microsoft in Greece, Malta and Cyprus with a specific focus on the iGaming industry. “My position is not just for…

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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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Maltese-registered cruise ship rescues over a hundred migrants near Greece

A Maltese-registered cruise ship sailing close to the Greek mainland has rescued more than a hundred migrants, the country's coast guard said on Sunday. The migrants were picked up by the…

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Various people hospitalised after cabin cruiser collides with dinghy off St. Paul’s Islands

Various people were hospitalised after an accident at sea. One News reports that a Cabin cruiser collided with a dinghy off St Paul's Islands. A medical team from Mater Dei…

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Man in critical condition after Boat capsizes off Gozo

Today at around 1715hrs, the Police were informed that their assistance was needed at sea between Xlendi and Dwejra Gozo since a boat overturned. The Police went on site where…

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Caruana Galizia’s murder is an indelible mark on Malta – Bishop Galea Curmi

Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Galea Curmi said that the brutal assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia as a black shadow on Malta and said that if the mastermind behind the assassination…

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European Commission President Jean Claude Juncker will visit Malta on Monday

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker will be in Malta on Monday and Tuesday on an official visit, the government said. He will have talks in Castille with Prime Minister Joseph…

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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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Malta: Man hospitalised after hit-and-run accident in Luqa

The police are investigating a hit and run incident in Luqa. Newsbook reports that a man was injured and had to be hospitalised following an accident which involved a vehicle and…

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95% of Maltese want that ‘laws and rules’ apply in an equal way to everyone

95% of Maltese find it personally important or essential to them that the same laws and rules apply equally to every person, including all public authorities, irrespective of their personal…

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“Human, like you” Campaign against human trafficking launched

The government has launched a national campaign against human trafficking. The campaign, entitled Human, like you, aims to increase the awareness of the general public on the international challenge of…

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Malta: Hold-up arrest leads police to solve 2008 murder – Man expected to be arraigned in connection with the case

Investigations by the Police of Malta led to discovery of the remains of a body in the vicinities of Valletta, which the police believe is linked to a murder which…

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Moody’s upgrades Malta’s credit rating to ‘A2 stable’

International agency Moody’s has upgraded Malta’s credit rating to A2 stable, the government said in a statement. It had been 11 years since this agency had upgraded Malta’s rating. 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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