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Sat,17 Jan 2026 10:46:43 +0100
Momentum celebrates first anniversary, promises to stay close to the public
Momentum looked back on its first year, describing it as, 'full of hard work, bold ideas, and unwavering action in defence of transparency, accountability, and citizens’ rights in Malta'

Sat,17 Jan 2026 10:27:27 +0100
Right to develop airspace vs rights of owners of underlying tenements | Andrew Drago
A recent Court of Appeal judgment clarifies the limits of an airspace owner’s right to build where underlying apartment owners enjoy rights over the roof

Sat,17 Jan 2026 10:24:41 +0100
Disused agricultural land next to Burmarrad petrol station earmarked for five-storey development
A mixed-use development comprising of a showroom, gym, spa, restaurant and rooftop padel court is being proposed on a plot of disused agricultural land next to the Burmarrad petrol station

Sat,17 Jan 2026 07:15:25 +0100
CPD urges caution as hail blankets Rabat in white overnight
Civil Protection Malta is advising the general public to exercise extra caution on the roads following reports of heavy hail across the island

Fri,16 Jan 2026 21:42:03 +0100
Abela promises Fort San Salvatore back in public hands
One of the few private fortifications in Malta looks set to be returned back to the State

Fri,16 Jan 2026 16:48:37 +0100
PBS defends decision not to allow Rhiannon repeat performance after in-ear monitor complaint
Public broadcaster says technical checks found no fault during Malta Eurovision Song Contest semi-final, adding that contest rules only allow repeat performances in exceptional cases of verified technical failure

Fri,16 Jan 2026 16:37:43 +0100
Management failures drove plan to transfer dogs to Italy: animal welfare commissioner report
Chronic management shortcomings at Malta’s Animal Welfare Directorate shelter were the root cause of a controversial plan to transfer 20 dogs to Italy, according to report by the Commissioner for Animal Welfare • Commissioner government t...

Fri,16 Jan 2026 16:02:23 +0100
Strong winds expected to sweep over Malta on Monday
Strong winds expected to batter the Maltese Islands early next week, with forecasters warning near-gale to gale-force conditions could develop, particularly on Monday and Tuesday

Fri,16 Jan 2026 13:59:06 +0100
Noel Azzopardi not insane at time of New Year’s Day shooting, but deemed unfit for trial
A jury has ruled that Noel Azzopardi was not insane when he shot dead Eric Borg on New Year’s Day 2024, but also found he is currently unfit to stand trial

Fri,16 Jan 2026 13:56:49 +0100
Disconnecting to connect
Amid all-time high levels of job stress and burnout across much of our workforce, the move seems like a step in the right direction

Fri,16 Jan 2026 13:55:47 +0100
Nicole Tabone: I stay motivated by reminding myself that for every down, there is always an up
7 questions for... artist Nicole Tabone

Fri,16 Jan 2026 13:07:53 +0100
Climate activist seeks funding for 12,000km walk from Malta to India
​Jaydip Lakhankiya was studying hotel management when a discussion on sustainable tourism intrigued him and led him down a rabbit hole of research on climate change

Fri,16 Jan 2026 12:24:20 +0100
Man who crashed into vehicles while allegedly drunk gets bail
Man granted bail over drunk driving and bail breach charges

Fri,16 Jan 2026 12:05:32 +0100
What has made themed slot games so popular?
From cinematic storytelling and rich visuals to interactive bonus features and mobile access, themed slot games have reshaped casino play into an immersive entertainment experience that appeals to a wide range of players

Fri,16 Jan 2026 12:00:15 +0100
Wild fennel and hazelnut pesto
Earthy, aromatic, and deeply Mediterranean, this wild fennel and hazelnut pesto is one of the recipes from Daniel Pisani’s new book, The Mediterranean Island Kitchen, capturing island simplicity, seasonal foraging and the nourishing flavours o...

Fri,16 Jan 2026 11:54:36 +0100
Court acquits Joseph Camilleri of aggravated drug possession charges
Man charged with drug possession following a police search linked to a 2012 theft investigation acquitted after court rules the case was not proven beyond reasonable doubt

Fri,16 Jan 2026 10:14:24 +0100
Southern residents can now apply for government’s Irrinova Darek scheme
Homeowners and tenants in 16 southern localities can apply for renovation grants of up to €15,000 under the latest round of the government’s Irrinova Darek scheme

Fri,16 Jan 2026 09:32:28 +0100
Man acquitted of drug charges as court finds insufficient evidence linking him to seized substances
Magistrates’ court acquits man who faced drug trafficking and possession charges dating back to 2013, ruling key evidence was inadmissible and that the prosecution failed to establish a clear link between the accused and the drugs found during...

Fri,16 Jan 2026 09:18:30 +0100
Venezuela’s opposition leader presents her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
Nobel Committee says Peace Prize is not transferable

Fri,16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Migrant families favour English, heritage languages as Maltese takes back seat
Migrant families in Malta continue to maintain their heritage languages at home, but English dominates daily life, while Maltese remains comparatively limited, a new study shows

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