Photo Story: Parade of the samba schools in Rio de Janeiro

A member of Unidos Do Viradouro samba school takes part in a parade at the Samba Catwalk during the carnival of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, early 23 April 2022.

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Tom Cruise confirmed to return as Maverick in Top Gun 3

17th April 2026

Tom Cruise will return to his role as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in a third Top Gun movie, Paramount confirmed at CinemaCon this week. The 61-year-old action star first played the chara...

EU needs energy union to compete with US and China, Eurogroup chief says

17th April 2026

A European energy union is a prerequisite to other reforms that the European Union is planning to stay competitive against the U.S. and China, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, the chairman of the e...

Malta News Briefing – Friday 17 April 2026

17th April 2026

Morning Briefing Malta emissions falling, not rising, Central Bank report says Malta’s greenhouse gas emissions are falling rather than rising, according to a new report by the Cen...

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 16 April 2026

16th April 2026

Updated 1200 Watchdog Urges Government to Curb Non-Productive Spending: The Malta Fiscal Advisory Council has urged the government to limit further spending increases, particularly on...

MEPs close in on position on EU budget negotiations

14th April 2026

The European Parliament is moving closer to finalising its position on the EU’s next long-term budget, setting the stage for a key institutional milestone in shaping the 2028–2034 Multia...

EP Approves Stronger Rules For Managing Failing Banks Across Bloc

14th April 2026

EU lawmakers have approved new rules aimed at strengthening how failing banks are managed, extending protections to a wider range of institutions and depositors across the bloc. The p...

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Airlines cancel flights, ground planes as jet fuel shock hits Europe

17th April 2026

The jet fuel crisis caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is forcing major European airlines to cut flights and ground planes amid a looming supply crunch. International Energ...

Spain and Portugal see surge in tourist bookings amid Middle East travel concerns

16th April 2026

Spain and Portugal are experiencing a surge in late spring and summer flight and hotel bookings as millions of travellers steer away from ‌war-affected destinations and hubs in and arou...

What Talexio’s “Employee Approved Workplace” Certification Reveals About Workplace Culture in Malta

14th April 2026

“A company’s workplace culture praised by management, needs to be taken with caution. But when the recognition comes directly from employees, that carries greater weight,” says JONATHAN ...

EP Approves Stronger Rules For Managing Failing Banks Across Bloc

14th April 2026

EU lawmakers have approved new rules aimed at strengthening how failing banks are managed, extending protections to a wider range of institutions and depositors across the bloc. The p...

GO Introduces Giga-Speed Internet as Standard for Maltese Businesses

15th April 2026

In line with its mission to drive a truly digital Malta, GO plc is making giga-speed internet the entry point for all business customers, with six months completely free for new Business...

What Talexio’s “Employee Approved Workplace” Certification Reveals About Workplace Culture in Malta

14th April 2026

“A company’s workplace culture praised by management, needs to be taken with caution. But when the recognition comes directly from employees, that carries greater weight,” says JONATHAN ...

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