Malta Today
Wed,17 Sep 2025 09:26:26 +0200 Joseph Muscat dismisses claims of involvement in Fortina deal
Muscat attacks NAO methodology as audit reveals Fortina land deal undervalued by millions
Wed,17 Sep 2025 08:36:32 +0200 Pilots’ association rebuffs MHRA criticism, calls for renewed talks with KM Malta Airlines
ALPA rejects MHRA’s claims over pilots’ industrial action, insisting it has acted responsibly and continues to call for talks with KM Malta Airlines
Wed,17 Sep 2025 08:27:51 +0200 52-year-old man from Żurrieq seriously injured in Żabbar traffic accident
The victim was hit by a car in a Żabbar parking area late on Tuesday night and taken to Mater Dei Hospital with serious injuries
Wed,17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0200 Another deal, another scandal but where is Labour’s outrage, remorse?
The least we expected from government in the circumstances was an expression of remorse accompanied by outrage at the deceit, the lies, the vitiated process, flagged by the NAO. Unfortunately, we heard nothing of that, which makes us question whethe...
Wed,17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0200 Case officer recommends refusal of rebuilding Mellieħa hotel ruins
The Planning Authority’s case officer has recommended the refusal of Mizzi Estates’ plans to redevelop the derelict Festaval Hotel in Mellieħa, citing a lack of crucial traffic and environmental studies that prevented a full assessment ...
Tue,16 Sep 2025 20:42:49 +0200 Hollywood legend Robert Redford dies
Redford's breakout stage role came as the self-important lawyer Paul Bratter in Neil Simon’s comedy Barefoot in the Park.
Tue,16 Sep 2025 20:35:40 +0200 Direct flights between Malta and New York slated for 2026
Delta Air Lines confirms plans for an initial schedule of three weekly flights between June and October 2026
Tue,16 Sep 2025 19:38:02 +0200 No one injured as airport bus catches fire
The Malta International Airport said that its operations remain unaffected, and no passengers were on board the bus
Tue,16 Sep 2025 18:33:22 +0200 Fortina denies it has agreed to ‘pay the difference’ following NAO investigation
The Fortina Group denies Jason Azzopardi’s claim it has agreed to pay the difference in compensation due, for removal of conditions on Sliema land, after NAO investigation • Calls for any decision taken by parliament to be 'in li...
Tue,16 Sep 2025 18:22:52 +0200 CrediaBank to acquire HSBC Malta for €200 million
CrediaBank will present minority shareholders with the option to sell their shares at €1.44 per share
Tue,16 Sep 2025 17:18:50 +0200 Parliament begins discussing tougher penalties for driving illegalities
Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri says concerns raised over zero-tolerance approach to cannabis, and how a blanket policy could be unfair people using prescription medication or medical cannabis, will be considered and discussed at committee sta...
Tue,16 Sep 2025 15:53:30 +0200 Man drowns in Blue Lagoon
A 43-year-old British man has died after getting into difficulty while swimming at the Blue Lagoon in Comino, despite rescue efforts by emergency teams
Tue,16 Sep 2025 15:39:22 +0200 Opposition wants government to go to court to recover Fortina millions
Opposition insists all those accountable for the Fortina deal should be investigated and government should open legal proceedings to recover the €16 million discount
Tue,16 Sep 2025 15:16:53 +0200 EU urges Israel to halt Gaza ground offensive
The European Union has urged Israel to halt its ground invasion of northern Gaza, warning of worsening humanitarian disaster, as Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza City and the UN accuses Israel of committing genocide
Tue,16 Sep 2025 14:58:34 +0200 Blue Lagoon set for major overhaul under new rehabilitation proposals
The proposed rehabilitation of Comino’s Blue Lagoon would remove kiosks from the shoreline, expand swimming zones and restore 35,000 square metres of garigue
Tue,16 Sep 2025 14:28:47 +0200 Rabat murders: Priest recalls anguish of victims’ relatives
A priest who rushed to the scene of the Baħrija double murder told court he was stopped from giving the last rites, recalling the smoke, commotion, and the visible anguish of victims’ relatives
Tue,16 Sep 2025 14:18:11 +0200 Man granted bail after allegedly embezzling €1.1 million from former employers
The man was released from arrest against a €30,000 deposit and €60,000 personal guarantee. The name of the accused and the company where he was employed were subject to a publication ban
Tue,16 Sep 2025 14:16:56 +0200 Chris Deguara and Daniel Micallef discuss challenges facing new PN leader Alex Borg
PN mayor Chris Deguara and former PL deputy leader Daniel Micallef discuss Alex Borg’s first week in office on TVM’s Xtra
Tue,16 Sep 2025 13:58:58 +0200 Updated | Ian Borg convenes National Audit Office Accounts Committee to discuss Fortina scandal
The committee's discussion is set to begin on 6 October
Tue,16 Sep 2025 13:51:46 +0200 Bidnija road rage shooting: Inspector describes LESA vehicle damaged by gunfire
Police outline the aftermath of the fatal shooting, including scattered bullets, bloodstains, and damage to a patrol car, as the accused pleaded not guilty