Malta Today

Sat,20 Dec 2025 10:07:58 +0100
Marco Mengoni stars at Calleja Christmas concert
Audiences defied the pouring rain to see Marco Mengoni on stage at the Joseph Calleja Christmas Concert

Sat,20 Dec 2025 06:59:00 +0100
A decree during mediation remains valid despite no action instituted within stipulated time
A maintenance order is still valid, although separation proceedings were not instituted within two months from the end of mediation

Sat,20 Dec 2025 06:31:00 +0100
Gaffarena’s Żebbuġ ‘sheep farm’ set for refusal
The Planning Authority’s Development Management Directorate has recommended the refusal of an outline application seeking to sanction existing structures and convert them into a sheep farm on a rural site in Triq it-Tnax ta’ Mejju, Żebb...

Sat,20 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100
PA set to sanction Polidano’s illegal works in Balzan
The permit would regularise works related to two permits revoked by the EPRT and the law courts as well as additional works undertaken without any authorisation

Fri,19 Dec 2025 17:53:18 +0100
Putin says Russia will not start other wars if it is respected
Russian President Vladimir Putin again said he was willing to end the conflict peacefully but did not seem keen on compromises

Fri,19 Dec 2025 17:46:35 +0100
World peace and global harmony: A utopian dream?
With such a grim baggage, can mankind ever dream of a lasting, just world peace and global harmony?

Fri,19 Dec 2025 16:50:29 +0100
Police arrest 46 living or working in Malta illegally
In a statement, police said that the arrests were made during inspections in Marsa and Paola, as authorities stopped a number of cars

Fri,19 Dec 2025 14:26:52 +0100
Momentum warns rising debt interest costs are draining public funds
Political party Momentum has warned that Malta is spending €261 million a year on interest payments alone, arguing that rising debt servicing costs are threatening investment in public services and long-term economic sustainability

Fri,19 Dec 2025 12:48:37 +0100
Woman suffers grievous injuries in Mosta traffic accident
A 70-year-old woman from Mosta was hospitalised with grievous injuries after being struck by a car in a traffic accident on Independence Avenue on Friday morning

Fri,19 Dec 2025 10:28:41 +0100
Gozo Channel to suspend ferry crossings on Christmas and New Year
Gozo Channel will suspend its ferry service for three hours on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, with passengers advised to plan ahead as several midday crossings will not operate

Fri,19 Dec 2025 10:17:18 +0100
Moviment Graffitti launches crowdfunding to appeal db tower height increase
Moviment Graffitti launches crowdfunding campaign to finance a legal appeal against a Planning Authority decision that allows an additional 13 storeys on the controversial db project in Pembroke

Fri,19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Marsaxlokk hotel gets green light amid policy twists
The hotel foresees the addition of two set back floors and a basement. The case officer sites ‘regeneration’ policy to over-rule height and zoning restrictions

Thu,18 Dec 2025 17:47:21 +0100
Msida flyover causes more congestion instead of easing traffic, opposition says
The Nationalist Party claims the newly opened flyover has worsened traffic problems in the area, calling it a 'monstrosity' that exposes planning failures

Thu,18 Dec 2025 16:48:01 +0100
White Rocks national park project moves forward as officials gather public ideas
Minister Dalli says government collecting proposals to create spaces ‘by the people, for the people

Thu,18 Dec 2025 16:37:56 +0100
Commuters aged up to 30 years old can give up driving licence for €25,000 from January
Under the initiative, participants will receive €5,000 per year over five years, provided their driving licence remains suspended for the entire duration. The scheme will operate on a first-come, first-served basis

Thu,18 Dec 2025 15:16:54 +0100
Metsola: EU at ‘critical moment’ for lasting Ukraine peace
European Parliament President tells EU leaders that diplomatic efforts have brought bloc closer than ever to peace deal

Thu,18 Dec 2025 14:32:28 +0100
Savoury puff pastry Christmas tree
A festive, flaky puff pastry Christmas tree filled with creamy cheese, cured meats and seeds, perfect for entertaining and sharing during the holidays as a pleasing appetiser, by Yesenia Consoli 

Thu,18 Dec 2025 14:29:52 +0100
EU plan to use seized Russian assets to aid Ukraine requires Malta to provide €170 million in guarantees
Sources familiar with the matter tell MaltaToday that Malta is not backing the plan as it would risk the national debt spiraling out of control

Thu,18 Dec 2025 13:23:21 +0100
PA approves redesigned Cresta Quay hotel
PA also renews original Villa Rosa permit, giving Anton Camilleri a fall back if his high rise plans do not materialise

Thu,18 Dec 2025 12:42:28 +0100
Prime Minister hails EU efforts to combat cyber, hybrid threats
The Prime Minister was speaking during a summit in Brussels

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