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Malta: Too little, too late – Forum Unions Maltin about COVID-19 measures

Malta: Too little, too late – Forum Unions Maltin about COVID-19 measures

The authorities should implement stronger COVID-19 measures, such as the temporary closure of establishments where people have to congregate indoors, Forum Unions Maltin said on Monday. On Friday, the government said that…

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France to fight cannabis use with €200 on-the-spot fines

France to fight cannabis use with €200 on-the-spot fines

France’s new prime minister announced plans on Saturday to introduce on-the-spot fines for some drug offences amid mounting concern about over-stretched policing after a series of violent episodes in urban…

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Maltese night-life zones have become more dangerous than ever before – Malta Independent on Sunday

Maltese night-life zones have become more dangerous than ever before – Malta Independent on Sunday

Areas synonymous with night-life, such as Buġibba and Paceville, have become more dangerous than ever before, with daily occurrences of brawls, drugs, and prostitution now normalised, sources familiar with the…

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ECJ: National law enforcement authorities may access individuals’ personal information held by telecoms companies

ECJ: National law enforcement authorities may access individuals’ personal information held by telecoms companies

Europe’s highest court ruled today that national law enforcement authorities may access individuals’ personal information held by telecoms companies if such data-gathering does not seriously infringe their privacy rights. In…

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Balancing Preparedness and Prudence to mitigate Risks of the Iran-Gulf Conflict on Malta

Even without a direct security threat, the economic ripple effects of the Iran-Gulf conflict could r...

Flights Halted Across Middle East, Thousands Left Stranded in Widening Crisis

The attack on Iran by the United States and Israel disrupted flights across the Middle East and beyo...

More strikes aimed at Iran after Khamenei’s death, Waves of blasts heard over Dubai, Doha for second day

Israel said on Sunday it launched another wave of attacks on Iran, as Iranians grappled with uncerta...

Trump Announces US Attacks on Iran as Israel Unveils Operation ‘Lion’s Roar’

The United States has begun what President Donald Trump described as “major combat operations” insid...

UPDATED: Israel, US launch attacks on Iran

Israel said it launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran on Saturday, pushing the Middle East into ...

Malta News Briefing – Saturday 28 February 2026

Morning Briefing Government Debt Climbs Despite Narrower DeficitMalta’s consolidated fund recorde...

Rían, Lily most popular baby names in Ireland last year

Rían was the most popular name in Ireland for boys, while Lily was the most popular girls' name last...

Deaths surge on Mediterranean migration corridor to historic high — UN

The start of this year has been the deadliest on record for migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea,...

Malaysia police launch probe into alleged plot to topple government

Malaysia's top police official said on Friday authorities were investigating an alleged conspiracy t...

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Friday 27 February 2026

Updated 1300 DIER Recovers €1.5m in Unpaid Wages After 1,000 Investigations: Malta’s workers’ rig...