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Malta: Major investment project in private sector sees lowering of GDP forecast

A delay in a single “major investment project in the private sector” has seen the Central Bank of Malta lowering the entire country’s Gross Domestic Product forecast for the year…

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IoScoot celebrates a year of growth

IoScoot is celebrating its first anniversary. It’s been one year since the electric motorbike-sharing service was launched in Malta in 2018, introducing an innovative mobility solution to the Maltese islands.…

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GRTU deputy president Philip Fenech says that Airbnb has become an intrinsic part of Malta’s tourism sector – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent quotes Archbishop Charles Scicluna who, during the Santa Marija mass in Mosta on Thursday, prayed for the migrants stranded at sea waiting for Europe to ‘open the gates…

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Man rescued from a rubber boat by the Armed Forces on Monday recounts his journey – The Headlines: The Times

The Times publishes an interview with a man rescued from a rubber boat by the Armed Forces on Monday. Mohammed Adam Oga, from Ethiopia, said that he was the sole survivor…

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‘Worrying conditions’ are effecting patients as well as staff at Mount Carmel hospital – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon speaks to an unnamed health professional who says that the situation at Mount Carmel hospital is being ignored by the government. The source says that the ‘worrying conditions’ are having…

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Industrial relations between HSBC employees and the bank is in a critical situation – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont carries a story about a 28-year-old woman from the Ivory Coast stranded on the Ocean Viking rescue ship. The mother of six says she would rather die at sea that…

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Woman seriously injured, others injured in multiple car collision in Gozo

A woman was seriously injured in a traffic accident on Triq l-Imġarr Ghajnsielem, Gozo at 1am. Newsbook reports that the victim, who is a foreign national, has not been identified…

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25 persons arrested by Maltese Drug Squad after possession of drugs during ‘entertainment’ activities

Twenty five persons aged between 17 and 42 have been arrested by the Drugs Squad Police during the night in Rabat, Malta. These people were found in possession of what…

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No control over pesticides used in imported agricultural produce – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to a mother-of-three about challenges single-parents face in finding a job. The 28-year-old talks about prejudice that people carry, assuming that single-parents want to live off social welfare.…

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Price of Panadol tablets will increase by about 13 cents – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that nurses and staff at Mount Carmel face everyday challenges as more wards are being closed down instead of being renovated. The paper says that management is pressuring…

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Mount Carmel hospital set up beds in corridors in response to the shortage of wards – The Headlines: The Times

The Times says that Mount Carmel hospital set up beds in corridors in response to the shortage of wards. The Union of Midwives and Nurses instructed members to refuse adding…

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Ryanair is relocating bases in France, Italy and Germany to Malta – The Headlines: The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly reveals that Ryanair is relocating bases in France, Italy and Germany to Malta, incorporating them into the recently established Malta Air. Staff taxation advantages is a…

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Commissioner for Animal Welfare Dennis Montebello calls for an end to horse street racing – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent quotes Commissioner for Animal Welfare Dennis Montebello who called for an end to horse street racing, a tradition in Victoria. He argued that asphalt and tarmac surfaces…

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Malta: 45 year old Briton in critical condition after falling off hotel balcony

A 45-year-old Briton is in critical condition after falling off a hotel balcony in the early hours of Thursday. The man, the police said, fell off the balcony on the…

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On this day…

1920 Polish troops commanded by Józef Piłsudski defeat the Soviets at the Battle of Warsaw (Miracle upon the Vistula) 1942 SS Ohio enters Grand Harbour of Malta - Malta was on…

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Open Arms heading towards Lampedusa after Italian court orders lift of ban

There was a breakthrough this evening on the predicament of 115 immigrants who have been stranded on board the vessel Open Arms for 13 days. The regional administrative court (TAR)…

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Malta: 81 year old man, reported missing, found dead

Today at around 1605hrs the Police were informed that their assistance was needed since a person was found laying on the ground in the limits of National Road in Blata…

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Frontex releases video showing the moment stranded migrants were spotted from the air

Video released on Wednesday by the European Union’s border agency Frontex reveals the moment when two men were first spotted lying aboard a dinghy floating in the Mediterranean. On Monday,…

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National Council for the Elderly criticises the government for neglecting the elderly – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon publishes an interview with Peter Paul Bonnici representing the National Council for the Elderly who said that pensioners have to make do to get by until the end of…

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Woman captured on video being pelted with eggs at a bachelor’s party is known to authorities as a vulnerable person – The Headlines: The Times

The Times quotes a UN Refugee Agency statement warning of a ‘race against time’ as 500 migrants aboard two rescue ships remain stranded at sea. The EU Commission also urged…

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UN is investigating North Korea over a series of cyber-attacks targeting 17 countries, including Malta – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent reveals that the United Nations is investigating North Korea over a series of cyber-attacks targeting 17 countries, including Malta. The €13 million hacking attempt on Bank of…

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Transport Malta is adding another 130 charging points for electric vehicles – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to Parliamentary Secretary for Animal Welfare Clint Camilleri about the new horse-carriages regulations introduced last month. Camilleri said that frequent inspections are being carried out and most operators…

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Court rejects Debono’s attempt to block Maltese goverment from pursuing UN sanctions

Alleged fuel smuggler Darren Debono's attempt to block the Maltese government from pursuing UN sanctions against him has been dismissed by the courts. In a judgment handed down yesterday Mr…

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A man died at sea and was found… too late

An Armed Forces of Malta maritime rescue mission found one man dead and another in a critical condition aboard a rubber dinghy at sea. Both men were trying to cross…

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Degiorgio brothers request evidence of phone taps – The Headlines: The Times of Malta

The Times reports that Alfred and George Degiorgio, accused with the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, demand evidence to be presented within 24 hours that their phones where tapped by…

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EU Summit on migration heading to Malta – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reveals that an EU summit on migration will be held in Malta in September. Experts in the field from Germany, France, Italy and Malta will take part in technical…

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Parliament committee turns down discussion on trees – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon reports that the government side blocked requests by the opposition to discuss the destruction of trees in the Parliamentary Committee on Environment and Planning. The government argued that the…

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PA proposes limit on number of fuel stations – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent says that a public consultation exercise will be launched for the third time about the fuel station policy after changes have been made to the original proposals.…

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One migrant dies, other one saved by Armed Forces from a Dinghy off Malta’s shores

A man died, while another on was rescued from a dinghy by the Armed Forces of Malta. On Monday the Armed forces were asked to assist two persons who were…

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Malta: Eritrean Man dies after being found unconscious in sea at Tigne

A man died after being found unconscious in the sea at Sliema this afternoon, the police said. The police were called for assistance after the man, from Eritrea, was found…

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Malta: Man in critical condition after stabbing incident in Luqa Pastizzerija

52 year old man from Birżebbuġa is in danger of dying after he was stabbed while at a pastizzeria in 9th April Street, Hal-Luqa. Police said that at around 11.00am…

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Economist Gordon Cordina says that while the economy keeps growing at a fast pace we need to make sure is it sustainable for everyone – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to economist Gordon Cordina following Malta’s A (High) rating by credit rating agency DBRS. Cordina said that while the economy keeps growing at a fast pace we need…

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Irregular fuel invoices claimed for refund by prison wardens – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon reports cases of irregular fuel invoices claimed for refund by prison wardens for the purchase of diesel from jerry-cans. The paper says that authorities have not investigated the practice…

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73 persons reported missing this year still not found – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent reveals that the police received 373 reports for missing persons this year, with 73 still not found. The police explained that many of those that remain missing…

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Malta IT Agency detected a cyberattack on one of the government’s web hosting facilities – The Headlines: The Times

The Times reports the Malta IT Agency detected a cyberattack on one of the government’s web hosting facilities. The paper says Russian hacker group Turla is suspected to have attempted…

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10,000 trees have been planted in one year – The Headlines: Kulħadd

Kulħadd says that three out of four people in Malta feel they are middle class, the largest rate among populations in EU countries. The paper says that the share increased…

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Expert arborist Ian Lansley describes the ecological situation in Malta as an ‘absolute nightmare’– The Headlines: The Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday says that land reclamation and embellishment works at Għar l-Aħmar in Marsaxlokk announced by Tourism Minister Konrad Mizzi have been carried out without approval by the…

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Presence of illegal laboratories in Malta manufacturing steroids – The Headlines: Illum

Illum reveals the presence of illegal laboratories in Malta manufacturing steroids. The paper investigates the operations and says that steroids are also being produced for exportation to some countries. Illum…

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People earning less than €9,000 a year rose by 16 percent – The Headlines: Il-Mument

Il-Mument reports that the number of people earning less than €9,000 a year rose by 16 percent, while those earning less than €6,000 increased by 3.5 percent. The paper says…

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Laurence Bernard from SOS Mediterranean says political negotiations should not take place while migrants are stranded at sea – The Headlines: It-Torċa

It-Torċa speaks to Laurence Bernard from SOS Mediterranean who said that political negotiations should not take place while migrants are stranded at sea. The paper says there are currently three…

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Moneyval report on Malta highlighting lack of resources allocated to the fight against money laundering – The Headlines: The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times quotes a draft Moneyval report on Malta highlighting lack of resources allocated to the fight against money laundering. The document says that authorities do not appear to…

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Studies suggest that there is a growing concern about over-tourism – The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today leads with an announcement by a US government spokesperson denying claims that the Americans are offering fuel smuggling suspects Darren Debono and Gordon Debono reprieve in exchange for…

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Corporate Dispatch Morning Briefing

Good morning, Your morning briefing with the latest headlines and news from Malta, Europe and around the world. Start Your Day Informed. British Prime Minister announced new plans in an…

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Maltese And US Government issue joint statement denying Debono allegations on spying

The government of Malta and the United States have issued a statement, denying allegations made in a court sitting earlier this week dispelling allegations about “lack of trust in key…

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Richard Gere visits migrants stranded in the Mediterranean

Carrying boxes of fruit, Richard Gere visited rescued migrants Friday on a humanitarian ship that has been struck in the Mediterranean Sea for over a week, landing smack in the…

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Government seeking external advice on public inquiry into Daphne Caruana Galizia’s murder – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent asks Justice Minister Owen Bonnici about commitments to launch a public inquiry into the killing of Daphne Caruana Galizia. The Minister said the government is seeking advice…

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Although everything seems to be fine many people are living in poverty – Fr Hillary Tagliaferro – Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon publishes an interview with Fr Hilary Tagliaferro who said that, although everything seems to be fine many people are living in poverty. The director of the Millenium Chapel says…

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Malta: Argument leaves one grievously injured – Man held for questioning

A 38-year-old man who lives in Pietà suffered some injuries after he was allegedly pushed into the glass of a window in an argument with another man. The argument took…

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GO’s True Fibre Network to reach 120,000 households by year end, Half Yearly Financial Results report operational improvements

With almost 100,000 homes and over 28,480 customers connected to Malta’s only true fibre network by the end of July, GO’s Fibre-to-the-Home rollout project is well on track to cover…

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SOS Malta claims many children have a poor quality of life because their families cannot cope with cost of living – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that Santa Luċija residents are concerned about the loss of trees to make way for new tunnels. The paper says the residents expect uprooted trees to be re-planted…

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Association of Consumer Rights demands publication of the agreement with sunbed operators in Għadira Bay – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent speaks to a Malta Airport spokesperson about the predicted effects of the strikes announced by Ryanair’s pilots in the UK. MIA sources say they have not received…

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