Repubblika on Monday morning filed constitutional proceedings against Magistrate Nadine Lia over her refusal to recuse herself from the NGO’s challenge case against the police.The rule of law NGO is requesting the court to force the Police Comm...

A man who was hit by a motorcycle last week has succumbed to his injuries, police said on Monday.The man – a 62-year-old from Fontana – sustained life threatening injuries last Monday after he was hit by a motorbike in Republic Street at ...

LONDON — In a first official statement since the queen’s death, her grandson Prince Harry has hailed her as a “guiding compass” and praised her “unwavering grace and dignity.The personal statement, posted Monday on Harry...

Ukraine kept the counteroffensive momentum in its war against Russia going Monday, saying it liberated one village after another and claiming that in one region it pushed the invaders back right up to the border.“In some areas of the front, our...

For many people around the world, the word corgi is forever linked to Queen Elizabeth II.Princess Diana once called them a “moving carpet" always by her mother-in-law's side. Stubby, fluffy little dogs with a high-pitched bark, corgis were the ...

When the hearse carrying Queen Elizabeth II’s body pulled out of the gates of Balmoral Castle on Sunday, it marked the monarch’s final departure from a personal sanctuary where she could shed the straitjacket of protocol and cer...

Director general of the Malta Employers’ Association (MEA) Joseph Farrugia cannot foresee a scenario where inflation will go back down to 1% in the foreseeable future.In an interview with The Malta Independent on Sunday, Farrugia was asked for ...

The recent controversy regarding loud music being played in Valletta establishments late at night is now under control, the capital city’s mayor Alfred Zammit said, adding that residents were misguided on the government's legal notice. The Malt...

Former Valletta mayor Paul Borg Olivier has challenged his successor to “unplug (your) earphones” with regard to the noise levels at night in the capital city.Borg Olivier, who served as Valletta mayor between 1999 and 2008, was referring...

Queen Elizabeth II’s flag-draped coffin slowly processed through the rugged Scottish countryside Sunday on a final days-long journey from her beloved Balmoral Castle to London. Mourners packed bridges and city streets and lined rural roads and ...

President Joe Biden marked the 21st anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, taking part in a somber wreath-laying ceremony at the Pentagon held under a steady rain and paying tribute to “extraordinary Americans” who gave their live...

Atalanta, the team that drew praise and admiration around Europe in recent seasons for its free-flowing attack and abundance of goals, is relying more on its defense these days.With Luis Muriel having just returned from injury and strike partner Duv&...

Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship with Malta is one which will live long in the memory. It was the only other country, other than the UK, in which she resided for months, a factor that was highlighted by most media outlets after the Queen&rsquo...

Jefferson De Assis scored a brace in the second half to give Gzira a come from behind victory over champions Hibernians.Although still early in the season the defeat leaves the champions in a rather embarassing position, already eight points behind H...

On Thursday 15 September, Archbishop Charles Scicluna will celebrate a de requiem mass for Queen Elizabeth II, marking a week from her death, at 6.30pm at St John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta.The congregation will be led by President of Malta George Ve...

This is not the time to take decisions that can affect the economic stability of our country, Prime Minister Robert Abela on Sunday with reference to the energy and fuel subsidiesDuring an interview on One Radio, the Prime Minister said that "this is...

The Nationalist Party said that programmes on the national television stations should carry sub-titles to enable the hearing impaired to follow. There is EU funding specifically for this, and it is as yet untapped by Malta, the PN said.While the func...

King Charles III’s son William, the new Prince of Wales, has told the First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, he will serve the country “with humility and great respect.”William was given the title when his father, the previous Pri...

14 new Covid-19 cases were registered on Sunday, and the number of active cases stands at 103.No new deaths have been reported.There have been 114,265 cases of Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic, of which 112,964 have recovered and 802 people h...

Walking out for his first Grand Slam final at age 19, Carlos Alcaraz bumped fists with fans leaning over a railing along the path leading to the Arthur Ashe Stadium court. Moments later, after the coin toss, Alcaraz turned to spri...

Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen again made light work of starting down the grid as he won the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday to leave him within touching distance of a second successive title.Verstappen now has a 116-point lead over Char...

The 13th edition of Rockestra and the first one held outdoors at the MFCC in Ta' Qali saw the organizers salute the memory of Queen Elizabeth II and commemorated World Suicide Prevention Day, a government statement read.The President of Malta, George...

Four separate traffic accidents have left four people with grievous injuries, several police statements show.At 6.30pm on Saturday evening, a traffic accident occurred on Vjal l-Isadium Nazzjonali in Attard. A bicycle ridden by a 47-year-old from Att...

A tender issued by the authorities to service the Sir Anthony Mamo Oncology Centre (SAMOC) was awarded to a company that does not fit all the criteria, a letter sent to the Director General of the Department of Contracts by PN MPs Adrian Delia and Al...

As cultures shift, so do generations. Unlike previous ones, millennials and Gen-Z seem flattered by the idea of thrifting. In the past, people used to shop at charity shops because they could not afford otherwise; the current young cohort seems to be...

On the same day that people were protesting in the streets, the government announced that after two years of reduced programmes, there will be a return of the Notte Bianca in full on the first weekend of October.Last Tuesday, NGO Repubblika organised...

The European Investment Bank Group, which comprises the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF), has supported the Maltese economy since 1979 and has backed projects in the country for nearly €1 billion since then, ...

King Charles III was formally proclaimed sovereign of the United Kingdom on Saturday, as officials unveiled details of the meticulously choreographed ceremonies that will culminate in the state funeral of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Sept. 19.I...

Russia’s Defense Ministry announced Saturday that it's pulling back troops from two areas in Ukraine’s eastern Kharkiv region where a Ukrainian counteroffensive has made significant advances in the past week.The news came after days of ap...

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron turned his attention from the new head of state to the new head of government on Saturday evening.He sent condolences to Britain’s Prime Minister Liz Truss and said that ties between France and the...

Malta celebrates Pride March in Valletta after a two-year absence because of the Covid-19 pandemic.Pride Week is held for the LGBTIQ+ community to have the opportunity to unite and celebrate civil rights.In her message for the day, parliamentary secr...

Britain’s new monarch is named King Charles III — but that was not inevitable.Charles Philip Arthur George could have chosen another royal name when he took the throne after the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday. While th...

Charles became king immediately upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Thursday. He was officially proclaimed King Charles III on Saturday during a ceremony at St. James's Palace in London, and many more formal steps will follow until h...

The police, with the assistance of the Detention Services, have continued their work with raids linked to irregular immigration, the Ministry for Home Affairs, Security, Reforms and Equality said in a statement. The work continued early on Saturday m...

Valletta: Royal Pharmacy, 271, Republic Street; Ħamrun: The Cross Pharmacy, 859, St Joseph High Road; Żebbuġ: Tal-Grazzja Pharmacy, Franġisk Farrugia Street; Birkirkara: St Anne Pharmacy, 24, Misraħ Sant’Elena; San ...

Eternal rivals and neighbours Floriana and Valletta crossed swords in the main match from the fourth day of the BOV Premier League. A goal by Kemar Reid four minutes from time gave a derby win to Floriana over Valletta with the Greens leapfrogging th...

For a team that lost its captain, all-time leading scorer and defensive stalwart in the offseason, Napoli has filled in the holes masterfully.With every match, it seems, the southern club discovers a new weapon.After midfielder Pi...

Good as she’s been this year, Iga Swiatek came to the U.S. Open unsure of what to expect.She complained that women use different, slightly lighter, tennis balls than the men do at Flushing Meadows, where she’...

By early afternoon, the scent of thousands of lilies and roses floated in the air outside Buckingham Palace. But the pilgrims kept arriving, bearing still more bouquets and notes of endearment addressed to the only queen most have ever known.The scen...

The ERA Board approved the impact assessment reports in relation to the demolition and redevelopment of the Mellieħa Bay Hotel.The approval was given in a public meeting held on Friday.The Board noted that the development had improvements made f...

Queen Elizabeth II has been depicted on British banknotes and coins for decades. Her portrait also has been featured on currencies in dozens of other places around the world, in a reminder of the British empire's colonial reach.So what happens n...

Charles Leclerc will be looking to reignite the Formula One championship race on his home track after clinching pole position for Sunday's Italian Grand Prix.Runaway points leader Max Verstappen will again have to try and fight his way to the front &...

A worker was injured on Saturday morning after falling off a ladder, the police said.The accident took place in an establishment in St Joseph High Road Hamrun at 9am.The worker, a 49-year-old man of Zurrieq, was taken to hospital with grievous injuri...

There were 23 new Covid-19 cases reported on Saturday, as the number of active cases is back at 100.Figures released by the health authorities show that 114,251 cases have been registered in Malta, with 112,953 people who recovered.The number of deat...

“Creating Hope Through Action” is the theme chosen by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for World Suicide Prevention Day 2022. This day is important because each death by suicide is potentially preventable. By raising awareness at all l...

Two men are in critical condition after the bike they were on crashed into a roundabout in San Gwann.The accident took place on Tal-Balal Road at 4.30am on Saturday.The two men, a 30-year-old from Nepal and another who is still to be identified, were...

“The Crown,” Netflix's acclaimed series about Queen Elizabeth II and her family, has paused production due to the monarch's death.A spokesperson for the series said production was paused on Friday “as a mark of respect” a...

During last year’s budget reading, Finance Minister Clyde Caruana announced that the process for licensing building contractors should be started. We are a month away from the next budget reading and there are a lot more questions than answers ...

King Charles III vowed in his first speech as monarch Friday to carry on Queen Elizabeth II's “lifelong service,” as Britain entered an uncertain new age under a new sovereign. Around the world, the queen's exceptional reign was commemora...

Across the globe, the death of Queen Elizabeth II has prompted reflections on the historic sweep of her reign and how she succeeded in presiding over the end of Britain's colonial empire and embracing the independence of her former dominion...

A court has granted bail to More Supermarkets owner Ryan Schembri, who was charged with financial crimes following his extradition to Malta, after having fled the islands in 2014 and leaving a €40 million debt in his wake.Schembri, was brought t...

Bells tolled across Britain on Friday and mourners flocked to palace gates to honor Queen Elizabeth II as the country prepared for a new age under a new king. Around the world, her exceptional reign was commemorated, celebrated and debated....

Flags were flying at half-staff on landmarks in Australia on Friday as people expressed sadness at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.Australian Governor-General David Hurley and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed condolence books in Ca...

17-year-old Shakira Degabriele has been reported missing, the police said.She was last seen in Siggiewi wearing black shorts and a striped blue and red top in Siggiewi. She has long black hair.Anyone with information is asked to pass it on to the pol...

The Nationalist Party has taken aim at the government for 'remaining silent' when faced with the human trafficking problem.In a statement, the PN said that it spoke with a firm voice in Parliament about the problem of human trafficking in the country...

An urgent meeting of European Union Energy Ministers was held today in Brussels to address the extraordinary situation of energy prices and to continue to discuss possible measures that can mitigate the effects of this situation.Addressing the Energy...

22 new Covid-19 cases were registered on Friday, as the number of active cases dropped to 90.There have been a total of 114,228 cases in the country since the start of the pandemic, of which 112,940 people have recovered. A total of 802 people have d...

The European Union on Friday intensified its mission to shield the population from dramatically increasing energy prices that threaten to plunge millions into cold and poverty over the winter as tensions mount with Russia over the war ...

A new simulator for the Armed Forces of Malta costing €1.3 million was inaugurated by Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri at the army’s barracks in Hal Far.The simulator is aimed at improving shooting training in basic, advanced, static ...

Heritage Malta is inviting the public to experience Għar Dalam and Borġ in-Nadur on Wednesday 21st September, a national holiday. On the day of the event, entitled Back to the Origins on Independence Day, four pre-booked tours will take pla...

The Premier League has postponed its upcoming round of matches as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, adding to the cancellation of high-profile golf, cricket and horse racing events across Britain on Friday.England's top-fli...

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, died Thursday after 70 years on the throne. She was 96.The palace announced she died at Balmoral Castle, her summer residence in ...

With Charles becoming Britain’s king, his sons and grandchildren are next in succession for the monarchy. Here are the first 15 people in order of succession:1. Prince William, the elder son of Charles and the late Princess Diana. He ...

MEP Alex Agius Saliba has obtained support for EU funding for 2023 for flagship programmes for youth, children, workers, health, and just transition recovery from the crisis and the war in Ukraine, a Labour Party statement said."Increasing inflation,...

The government will be rewarding the dedication and commitment of people, voluntary organizations and workplaces that had an active role in further strengthening inclusion in the sector of disability, Inclusion Minister Julia Farrugia Portelli said.....

Much has been said about Malta’s institutions, and many adjectives have been used to describe them.Powerless, spineless, incapable of protecting the people, unwilling to act against power and those who abuse of it are but some of those descript...

Historic re-enactors delighted people at Fort St. Angelo on Thursday, with medieval and early modern era weaponry and demonstrations on show at the historic fort.The event, captured by photographer Claire Cauchi, was organised by Heritage Malta with ...

The British monarchy’s rules state that “a new sovereign succeeds to the throne as soon as his or her predecessor dies.”That means Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest son, Prince Charles, became king immediately upon her death.However...

Prince Charles has been preparing for the crown his entire life. Now, at age 73, that moment has finally arrived.Charles, the oldest person to ever assume the British throne, became King Charles III on Thursday following the death of his mother, Quee...

Condolences poured in from around the world Thursday after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who became a global icon of calmness and fortitude through decades of political upheaval and social changes at home and abroad.Elizabeth, who had been on...

Ten things to know about the life of Queen Elizabeth II:BRITAIN'S LONGEST-REIGNING MONARCHElizabeth, who marked 70 years on the throne this year, is the oldest and longest-reigning monarch in British history. In September 2015 she surpassed her great...

The government and the Nationalist Party have paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who died today.In a statement, the government said that in her 70 years of reign, the queen gained the admiration of many, including in Malta, a country with which she ...

TORONTO — Elton John paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at his final concert in Toronto on Thursday night, saying he was inspired by her and is sad she is gone.“She led the country through some of our greatest and darkest moments with gra...

The Executive Chairman of the Labour Party’s media wing ONE Productions Jason Micallef has taken to Facebook to express discontent about apparent undermining efforts against him being undertaken by people of dubious character within the PL.Mica...

Victory Day represents Malta’s identity – an identity which today we must preserve, Archibishop Charles Scicluna said on Thursday during his feast day homily.During his Victory Day mass homily at St. John’s Co-Cathedral, Archbishop ...

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to the starting lineup but Real Sociedad still upset Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford in their Europa League opener on Thursday.After failing to secure a transfer to a Champions League club, the star striker had to set...

The European Central Bank made its largest-ever interest rate increase Thursday, following the U.S. Federal Reserve and other central banks in a global stampede of rapid rate hikes meant to snuff out record inflation that is squeezing consu...

Most businesses are expecting a drop in demand for their products or services over the coming 12 months as a result of inflation, a survey published by the Malta Employers’ Association (MEA) shows.The MEA published the results of a survey it co...

A video is doing the rounds on social media showing a man seemingly defying the laws governing road safety by standing on top of a moving bus.The video, uploaded to social media by JeanCarl Cassar shows the man, who was wearing an orange t-shirt, whi...

11 new Covid-19 cases were registered on Thursday, as the number of active cases dropped to 91.There have been a total of 114,206 cases in the country since the start of the pandemic, of which 112,917 people have recovered. A total of 802 people have...

Additional resources would be necessary to help SMEs embark on the digital transformation journey to improve competitiveness and performance, spur innovation and enhance productivity, the European Investment Bank vice-president Gelsomina Vigliotti sa...

An 87-year-old man who was hit by a motorcycle on Wednesday morning has died of his injuries in hospital, police said.The accident took place in Ghajn Dwieli Road at 8.30am on Wednesday.The 87-year-old Paola resident was hit by a Honda driven by a 54...

The Finance Minister has provided so much food for thought in his address to the social partners on Tuesday as the government makes its final preparations for the presentation of the budget for 2023.Minister Clyde Caruana said that the government wil...

A planning application that will see 26 apartments added on to an “already enormous block” filed by developer Joseph Portelli’s business partner Mark Agius has been approved by the Planning Authority, Moviment Graffitti said.The app...

The European Commission has given the green light for Malta’s first operational package of European funds for the period between 2021 and 2027.The Parliamentary Secretariat for European Funds said in a statement that the first package approved ...

Queen Elizabeth II has been placed under medical supervision because doctors are “concerned for Her Majesty’s health," Buckingham Palace said Thursday, as members of the royal family traveled to Scotland to be with the 96-year-old monarch...

Energy Minister Miriam Dalli on Wednesday played down the significance of an agreement signed between Azerbaijani state energy company SOCAR and the government through Konrad Mizzi, saying that it was an agreement to ensure that the country had a sec...

Magistrate Nadine Lia has rejected a request from the NGO Repubblika to recuse herself from hearing their case against the police and Attorney General for not charging directors related to Pilatus Bank.In a decree handed down on Tuesday, which was pu...

A Dutchman has been arrested by police after he was found in possession of substances believed to be cocaine and heroin which were worth a total of around €1.5 million.Police said in a statement that they had been observing the man – a 42-...

The Authority for the Responsible Use of Cannabis has said that the putting up of board such as the one in the photo is prohibited by law.The Malta Independent received a photo of an advertising board which has been affixed close to Manoel Island, in...

A group of 61 migrants picked up by a cargo ship from a crippled vessel in the central Mediterranean have safely reached Crete hours after a severely ill child on the freighter died while being airlifted to the Greek island, authorities said Wednesda...

Like he did with Joseph Muscat and Keith Schembri, PM Robert Abela is defending Konrad Mizzi, PN leader Bernard Grech said on Wednesday.In an interview on the PN's media, Grech explained how Abela not taking action means that he is defending Mizzi. A...

A long-time criticism of the Champions League group stage? Too many lopsided mismatches as the wealth gap between clubs fuels competitive imbalance on the field.Tell that to favored Liverpool and Eintracht Frankfurt after their heavy losses Wednesday...

23 new Covid-19 cases were registered on Wednesday, as the number of active cases dropped to 93.There have been a total of 114,195 cases in the country since the start of the pandemic, of which 112,904 people have recovered. A total of 802 people hav...

A public consultation on the National Strategy for the Environment 2050 was launched on Wednesday by the Ministry for the Environment and the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA).The strategy encapsulates the core objectives of the government mo...

The World Cup edges closer and closer and at this point most national teams already have an idea of how they want their sides to look from a tactical and personnel perspective and England are no different. The three Lions have built a strong team and...

Passenger movements at Malta International Airport exceeded the 700,000 mark in August for the first time since 2019, the airport said.In an announcement on the Malta Stock Exchange, the MIA said that 712,122 passengers travelled through the airport,...

An elderly man was critically injured when he was hit by a motorbike in Paola on Wednesday morning, the police said.The accident took place in Ghajn Dwieli Road at 8.30am.The 87-year-old Paola resident was hit by a Honda driven by a 54-year-old man o...

Thomas Tuchel was fired by Chelsea on Wednesday, only one month into the season and just days after the club concluded a Europe-high spending spree of nearly $300 million in the transfer window.The decision by Chelsea's new ownership, fronted by Los ...