27

Jun

MV Lifeline to enter Maltese harbours on Wednesday; 234 persons on board to be taken by 8 countries; MV Lifeline to be impounded and NGO investigated

The charity boat Lifeline docked at Malta on Wednesday evening, bringing to an end a saga which had more than 200 migrants stranded at sea for six days. Permission for…

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27

Jun

Martina Caruana receives The Queen Young Leaders Award

Martina Caruana received the Queen’s Young Leaders Award for the work she is doing to support women to assume leadership roles by raising awareness of the challenges and barriers that…

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26

Jun

Lifeline set to dock in Malta; Italy to take some of the migrants – Giuseppe Conte

ANSA - Premier Giuseppe Conte said Tuesday that Malta has agreed to let the Lifeline dock there while Italy is set to receive some of the migrants that it has…

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24

Jun

Ledger Projects Signs Collaboration Agreement with The Bitfury Group

Maltese company Ledger Projects today announced it has signed a partnership with the Bitfury Group to build innovative blockchain solutions in Malta. Bitfury, the world’s leading full-service blockchain technology company,…

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24

Jun

QuoVadis Europa on Migration? Political Views from Malta

  Malta’s Prime Minister said that Europe is yet again facing uncertain times not because of too much Europe but because of too little of it. This is not simply…

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23

Jun

MV Lifeline Media reports update

History repeats itself as a second vessel is rejected from docking - just days after the Aquarius was stranded for a week. We try to present you a status update…

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22

Jun

€4,000 presented by Malta Institute of Accountants to Dar tal-Providenza

A total of €4,000 have been presented by the Malta Institute of Accountants to Dar Tal-Providenza. The donation included also donations by the Institute’s members during the past month and…

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22

Jun

Malta should open its ports for Lifeline – Matteo Salvini

Times of Malta : Malta should open its ports to a sea rescue ship carrying 239 migrants, Italy's far-right deputy prime minister threatened on Friday morning. The Lifeline is now in…

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21

Jun

MEAINDEX – A needed vital link for the Maltese corporate world eco-system launched

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17

Jun

Catania’s prosecutor accuses Malta ‘of systematically refusing the use of its ports for the migrant landings”

La Sicilia: The prosecutor of Catania Zuccaro "gave his blessing" to the setup of international hotspots and warned that if the "traffic dimensions" of desperate people are conditioned by the answers…

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17

Jun

Enthusiasm high amongst the participants of the 10th edition of the BOV Volleyball Marathon in aid of Dar Tal-Providenza

Commitment, passion and love for the cause are the key values which drive the 60 persons who are currently doing the 24 hour trial for the BOV/Marigold Foundation volleyball marathon…

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16

Jun

Italian and Maltese Foreign Affairs Ministers meet following migration clash

The Malta Independent: The Italian and Maltese foreign ministers met following a clash over a migrant rescue boat that escalated into a European-wide showdown. The Italian foreign ministry said that Italy's…

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16

Jun

22 Maltese Young People Receive “DUKE OF EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL GOLD” AWARD

The Gold Award has been awarded to 22 young people who successfully completed the five stages in The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. The ceremony was held at San Anton…

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14

Jun

Money laundering, the IIP scheme, Daphne Caruana Galizia’s murder and other related issues under the EU lens during Commisioner Jourová’s visit to Malta

The following dispatch is based on reports from The Times, The Malta Independent, & MaltaToday and Politico. European Commissioner for Justice Vĕra Jourová said there were gaps in Malta's implementation…

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14

Jun

ACCA and MIA hold joint conference about future challenges for the accountancy profession

Current and future issues facing the accountancy profession will be the main focus at the annual joint conference organised by the ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and the…

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14

Jun

10th edition of the BOV Marigold Volleyball Marathon for Id-Dar tal-Providenza officially launched

The 10th edition of the BOV Marigold Volleyball Marathon for Id-Dar tal-Providenza was officially launched earlier today. The 53-hour long marathon will kick off on Friday 29th June at 18.30…

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14

Jun

Merlin Publishers launch Maria Grech Ganado’s FRAMED, a collection of incisive, poignant poetry

In the movie Dead Poets Society, the charismatic teacher, John Keating tells his students: "We don't read and write poetry because it's cute. We read and write poetry because we…

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13

Jun

Maltese Government to Italian Minister Toninelli: “Baseless and frivolous attempt to try to impinge on the sovereignty of a neighbouring country”

MaltaToday: The Maltese government described a statement by Italian Infrastructure Minister Danilo Toninelli, who hails from the Movimento Cinque Stelle as 'a baseless and frivolous attempt to try to impinge on the…

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13

Jun

According to EU Commission, Malta acted according to international rules

The Malta Independent : EU Commission President Jean Claude Juncker told Prime Minister Joseph Muscat that according to the Commission’s appraisal, Malta behaved according to international rules in the Aquarius case.…

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13

Jun

Malta and France Prime Ministers discuss latest developments in the Mediterranean

Malta Today: Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat said on Tuesday evening that he had discussed the latest developments in the Mediterranean with French President Emmanuel Macron. In a tweet, the Prime…

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12

Jun

Macron accuses Italy of “cynicism and irresponsibility”

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday accused Italy of "cynicism and irresponsibility" over its refusal to take in hundreds of migrants stranded on a rescue ship in the Mediterranean. Macron…

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12

Jun

Aquarius received Italian supplies. MSF says people should be disembarked in nearest port and transferred to Valencia

MSF Twitter Feed: The Aquarius received supplies, coordinated by #Italian Rescue authorities. The intention of the Italian MRCC is to transfer some people from the #Aquarius to Italian ships &…

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12

Jun

Aquarius remains stranded in the Mediterranean despite offer from Valencia. Trip deemed too risky

EURONEWS: An NGO ship with more than 600 rescued migrants aboard remains stranded in the Mediterranean despite an offer of safe harbour in the Spanish port of Valencia. The crew of…

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11

Jun

Aquarius – Update from MSF Twitter Feed

UPDATE: MSF Twitter Channel: Spanish MRCC in contact with Aquarius to offer Valencia as a safe port of disembarkation. MSF welcomes this gesture of humanity but it would require four…

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11

Jun

Maltese Prime Minister thanks Spain after ‘Italy broke international rules’, argues this is a European issue.

Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat thanked Spain's Prime Minister for allowing the Aquarius to dock in Valencia. He also said that Malta will be sending fresh supplies to the vessel,…

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11

Jun

Malta’s President: Malta and Italy have to work together and challenge divisive tactics and populist theories that stimulate hate.

TGCOM: The President of the Republic of Malta, Marie Louise Coleiro Preca, said that "Italy and Malta are two neighbouring states of Europe and have to work together on migratory flows rather…

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11

Jun

UNHCR to Malta and Italy – Bring Aquarius passengers to land, deal with wider issues later

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency,  appealed to concerned governments to allow the immediate disembarkation of hundreds of people stranded in the Mediterranean since Saturday aboard a rescue ship, the Aquarius.…

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11

Jun

Palermo’s Mayor says he would allow Aquarius in his city and adds Salvini “is violating international law”

The Guardian: Leoluca Orlando, the mayor of Palermo, said he would allow a rescue boat with 629 on board to dock in the Sicilian capital. Orlando said: “Palermo in ancient…

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11

Jun

Monday’s Morning Briefing

Good morning A rather hot day as temperatures are expected to reach the 30 degree mark on the Celsius scale, which at times will feel like 34 degrees. The main…

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11

Jun

Maltese Prime Minister insists Malta is acting in full conformity with its international obligations. Italy’s Prime Minister accuses Malta of its ‘umpteenth unavailability’.

The Prime Minister of Malta, Joseph Muscat, and the Prime Minister of Italy, Giuseppe Conte, had a telephone conversation on the developing situation of the vessel Aquarius on Sunday evening.…

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10

Jun

“If a heartless minister lets pregnant women, children, the elderly, human beings die at sea, the port of Naples is ready to welcome them, we are human.” – The mayor of Naples

TGCOM - "If a heartless minister lets pregnant women, children, the elderly, human beings die at sea, the port of Naples is ready to welcome them, We are human, with…

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10

Jun

Malta should stick to its position on immigration – Dr Tonio Borg

The Sunday Times of Malta Migrants should be taken to the closest port of call, even if they were saved in the search and rescue zone of a neighbouring country,…

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10

Jun

Italy closes its ports to migrants, insists Malta should take them despite being rescued closer to Lampedusa

The Malta Independent: The Italian government is insisting that Malta takes in 629 migrants that were rescued near Libya on Sunday morning, saying that its ports were closed. The migrants…

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09

Jun

Microsoft launches 21st Century Classroom Project in Malta

Microsoft Malta, through its Microsoft Innovation Centre today launched its 21st Century Classroom project. This project, an investment by Microsoft of around €50,000 will kick off in the next scholastic…

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07

Jun

€15-20 million worth of cannabis resin seized in the Mediterranean Sea in what the Guardia di Finanza link to a dangerous Maltese criminal organisation

Italian police agents seized over 10 tonnes of cannabis resin worth up to €20 million in a dramatic high-seas operation, police said on Thursday. Italy's Guardia di Finanza (GDF) finance…

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07

Jun

The importance of Social Dialogue, Economic Performance and Governance stressed by Malta Employers’ Association Director General during the 107th session of the International Labour Conference

Malta is a good example of how strong tripartite social dialogue structures have contributed to economic growth. The social partners were key players in the debate to join the European…

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06

Jun

Contrary to Argentinian media reports, Malta won’t play against Argentina

Sources close to the Malta Football Association denied a report on Mundo Albiceleste quoting Fox Sport (Argentina) which said that the Maltese national team was a potential opponent of the Argentinian national team, after the decision…

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06

Jun

Newspaper Review – Wednesday 6th June ’18

Good morning Today's Newspaper review follows. In today’s MaltaToday we read that Gżira mayor Conrad Borg Manche has warned developers his council will not stop attacking abuse and urged them…

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05

Jun

Maltese 17-year-old without driving licence fatally hits a cyclist in Bielawa, Poland

TVN Warsawa reports that a 17-year-old citizen of Malta, who was driving without licence, fatally hit a cyclist in Bielawa, near Warsaw,   The accident occurred on Powsińska St. before 17.00 on…

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03

Jun

A quaint street in Zabbar gets colour and life

A quaint street, which links two main squares in the Maltese town of Zabbar is currently adorned with an installation of colourful hanging umbrellas. These umbrellas provide life and shade…

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03

Jun

Newspaper Review – Sunday 3rd June

Malta’s newspapers cover a myriad of topics. The salient points include the ongoing investigations in Daphne Caruana Galizia's murder and the investigations carried by Magistrate Aaron Bugeja on the Egrant…

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02

Jun

Editors’ Perspectives – 2nd June

The Malta Independent’s  editorial writes about accountability. Entitled Sorry seems to be the hardest word, the edtiorial takes the cue from Pope Francis’ sorry following the Chilean sex scandal and…

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02

Jun

Newspaper Review – Saturday 2nd June ’18

The traffic accident in which a cyclist was killed near the new Kappara Junction features prominently on all local newspapers. In-Nazzjon and The Malta Independent report the incident. L-Orizzont carries…

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01

Jun

France’s Officier de la Légion d’honneur Presented to Joseph Bugeja, Maltese-French Chamber of Commerce President

French President Emanuel Macron has bestowed the very prestigious Officier de la Légion d’honneur to Joseph Bugeja, President of the Maltese French Chamber of Commerce. The honour was presented by the…

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01

Jun

Editors’ Perspectives

The Times puts the spotlight on the controversial granting of the warrant to the law graduates who have been found guilty of criminal offence. Titled <<Protect the ‘noble profession>> the…

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01

Jun

Today’s News Paper Review – Friday 1st June 2018

L-Orizzont lead story refers to comments by the Malta Tourism Authority Executive Chairman Gavin Gulia about the expectations for tourism this summer. The report states that this summer Malta is…

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31

May

Ktieb ġdid tal-Professur Joe Friggieri

Wara s-suċċess mill-kritiċi u l-qarrejja tal-ktieb tan-novelli ‘Nismagħhom Jgħidu’, Joe Friggieri jagħtina ġabra ta’ 23 novella ġdida fil-ktieb ġdid ‘Il-Gżira l-Bajda u Stejjer oħra’. Dan il-ktieb ġie ppubblikat u mniedi…

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31

May

Editors’ Perspectives – 31st May 2018

The editorial of The Malta Business Weekly analyses the current situation in Italy. Entitled <<Italians must combat threat to their sovreignity>>  focuses on the current situation in Italy and presents…

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31

May

Newspapers’ Review – Thursday 31st May 2018

The Malta Business Weekly reports that the latest European Commission’s annual Justice Scoreboard show that while there is progress, the country is still lagging. The reports argues that government went…

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31

May

Thursday’s Morning Briefing

Good morning, A number of stories are covered on today's Maltese newspapers. The government of Malta has signed an agreement with the World Health Organisation on technical help for a…

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31

May

Strategy, vision and passion! – A coffee with Frederick Micallef, Databyte.

By the end of this year, DataByte will be launching two flagship products in line with their strategy to becoming strong players with delivering cloud software solutions: a further improved…

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30

May

Newspapers’ Review – Wednesday 30th May 2018

<<M’hemm l-ebda bużżieqa fis-suq tal-proprjeta’>> is the title of the leading story of L-Orizzont. The report focuses on an interview with economist Mark Bamber about the property sector. He argues…

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29

May

Malta’s Newspaper Review – 29th May, 2018

Good morning, Tuesday's Newspapers Reviews follows. Don't forget to support the local press and buy the newspapers from your local newsagents. (more…)

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28

May

What’s on today’s newspapers?

Good morning, Today's newspapers review follows. The Malta Independent quotes Dr Etienne Muscat, Maltese Association of Psychiatry Treasurer, who says that mental health in Malta in not a priority to…

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27

May

Malta’s Newspaper Review – 27th May, 2018

Good morning, Sunday's Newspapers Reviews follows. Don't forget to support the local press and buy the newspapers from your local newsagents. (more…)

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26

May

Editors’ Perspectives

The editorial of The Times entitled <<An unwarrented decision>> argues that The President and the Minister of Justice should put the decision to go ahead with granting warrants to two…

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26

May

Malta’s Newspaper Review – 26th May, 2018

FRONTPAGES The Times carries a warning by the Malta Employers Association that reliance on foreign workers could push the population up to 700,000 in a few years. The frontpage story…

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