Malta Today

Fri,23 Jan 2026 11:01:21 +0100
Marsaskala residents warn against ‘quick fixes’ after storm damage
Residents’ group says coastal protection must be guided by science and long-term planning, not social media proposals or political interests

Fri,23 Jan 2026 09:58:42 +0100
President appoints new judge and three magistrates following judicial selection process
Charmaine Galea is appointed to the Superior Courts, while Franca Giordmaina, Patrick Valentino and Claudio Zammit join the Inferior Courts

Fri,23 Jan 2026 09:11:18 +0100
Women’s lobby slams delays in free contraception and morning-after pill rollout
Malta Women’s Lobby says emergency contraception remains inaccessible through public health services, despite promises and national strategy commitments

Fri,23 Jan 2026 09:05:40 +0100
Special allowance for frontline workers after Storm Harry
Civil Protection, public cleansing and other emergency workers who went beyond the call of duty during the storm will receive a one-off recognition payment, PM says

Fri,23 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Planning board to decide on demolition of Shell fuel depot
The Planning Authority’s case officer has recommended approval for the dismantling and demolition of the former 31st March petroleum installation in Birżebbuġa

Thu,22 Jan 2026 19:05:26 +0100
Property Price Registry launched to boost transparency in housing market
A new registry based on verified contract data aims to give buyers, banks and policymakers clearer insight into real property values in Malta and Gozo

Thu,22 Jan 2026 18:07:11 +0100
Delayed murder trials deny victims timely justice, Daphne Foundation warns
The Daphne Foundation says systemic court delays are leaving families waiting years for justice, after a wilful homicide case went to trial 17 years after the killing

Thu,22 Jan 2026 17:08:48 +0100
Voluntary organisations affected by Storm Harry urged to register for government support
Voluntary groups that suffered damage during this week’s storm are being asked to submit claims so assistance can be assessed and allocated

Thu,22 Jan 2026 16:37:25 +0100
Man given probation and treatment order over Marsa stabbing
The 25-year-old was charged in 2022 for stabbing another man near his home in Marsa

Thu,22 Jan 2026 16:04:25 +0100
Government pledges support and regeneration projects after storm damage
Prime Minister Robert Abela says government will help affected families and businesses and launch regeneration works in coastal areas hit by Storm Harry

Thu,22 Jan 2026 15:54:34 +0100
Updated | ARMS rejects PN claim that 50,000 accounts were affected by billing error
ARMS insists only a small percentage of customers were impacted by the eco-contribution issue, as it waits for the outcome of an independent audit ordered by the ministry

Thu,22 Jan 2026 15:45:29 +0100
Court finds State breached Robert Aquilina’s fundamental rights, orders compensation
Civil Court finds State guilty of breaching the fundamental rights of notary and ex-Repubblika President Robert Aquilina over unfair treatment at hands of tribunal deciding on freedom of information requests for list of police nominees to FIAU board...

Thu,22 Jan 2026 15:15:20 +0100
Government expands high-priority scholarships for social work students
The government announces new high-priority and prescribed scholarships at the University of Malta and MCAST to support students training as social workers

Thu,22 Jan 2026 15:08:22 +0100
Two men seriously injured in separate traffic accidents
Two men are seriously injured in separate traffic accidents in Żurrieq and Marsaskala on Thursday morning

Thu,22 Jan 2026 14:12:18 +0100
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Thu,22 Jan 2026 13:49:46 +0100
Severe delays for Gozo Channel ferry as service recovers from Storm Harry
Backlogs after two days of suspended crossings left heavy vehicles queuing at both harbours, with some passengers waiting over two hours to return to Gozo

Thu,22 Jan 2026 13:08:16 +0100
Man conditionally discharged after admitting possession of drugs in St Julian’s club
He admitted to possessing mephedrone, ecstasy and ketamine at the club last September, with the court taking into account his clean criminal record and the small quantities involved

Thu,22 Jan 2026 12:54:42 +0100
Heroin trafficking case sent back to criminal court after 17 years
The Court of Appeal dismissed a challenge over alleged errors in the accused’s name, ruling that any defects had been remedied

Thu,22 Jan 2026 12:52:49 +0100
Woman found guilty of murdering partner in 2021 loses appeal
Mayumi Santos Patacsil who in August 2025 was found guilty of killing her partner at their Mellieħa home has appeal quashed

Thu,22 Jan 2026 12:32:16 +0100
PA regularises Polidano’s illegalities in listed Balzan garden
NGO representative lashes out at ‘build now, sanction later’ mentality perpetuated by permit issued on Thursday  

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