Malta Today
Thu,09 Oct 2025 09:52:11 +0200 Man in possession of 12.5g of cannabis is charged with aggravated possession
Man who was found with cannabis exceeding limit by 5.5g of cannabis is charged with aggravated possession
Thu,09 Oct 2025 08:20:41 +0200 BREAKING | Israel, Hamas agree on Gaza ceasefire
Israel and Hamas have agreed on the first phase of a ceasefire plan for Gaza that will see the release of all hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners
Thu,09 Oct 2025 06:30:00 +0200 Why do women in Malta have abortions | Isabel Stabile and Natalie Psaila Stabile
Through our work with this abortion information helpline, we’ve learned that there are many reasons for seeking an abortion. These reasons are often complex, nuanced and deeply personal. Every situation is unique
Thu,09 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0200 Fertility is falling, but babies won’t save the economy
Falling fertility is reshaping Malta’s workforce and pensions, but economists and sociologists argue the solution lies in smarter family policy, cultural change, and higher productivity
Wed,08 Oct 2025 19:40:44 +0200 Sex, drugs and unlikely friendships: Testimonies reveal complex relationship behind Birgu murder
Salvino Mangion, who is charged with the voluntary homicide of Kyle Mifsud, is granted bail, as the compilation of evidence against him continued on Wednesday • Testimonies reveal the complex relationship involving drugs and paid sex which...
Wed,08 Oct 2025 18:56:51 +0200 Man fined after cleaner was falsely registered as translator and left unpaid for nine months
Woman, who could not speak English, was officially listed as a translator at a St Julian’s guesthouse but worked as a cleaner
Wed,08 Oct 2025 18:02:11 +0200 ‘Lets show political backbone’: Zammit Lewis insists Malta withdraw from Eurovision if Israel competes
In fiery conclusion to parliamentary speech, government MP Edward Zammit Lewis wants government and House of Representatives to take clear stance against Israel competing in Eurovision, calling on Malta’s withdrawal if they are allowed to part...
Wed,08 Oct 2025 17:41:18 +0200 Aki opens its doors in central London, marking db Group’s first overseas expansion
Aki, the Japanese restaurant operated by db Group makes a splash in London as it hosts the Beckhams and the London Standard’s Party • Restaurant boasts its own art collection
Wed,08 Oct 2025 17:22:59 +0200 CrediaBank introduces new branch concept in Greece prioritising human interaction
The potential buyer of a majority stake in HSBC Malta, CrediaBank, is revamping its branches in Greece to offer better personalised services
Wed,08 Oct 2025 16:35:38 +0200 Witness describes seeing accused shocked after fatal Valletta crash
A witness tells the court that after the crash, he found one of the victims trapped in his car
Wed,08 Oct 2025 15:22:13 +0200 Electricity supply increased by 6.5% in 2024: NSO
Renewable energy production rose by 5.6% to 336.0 GWh in 2024, with photovoltaic panels accounting for 97.2% of renewable output, data by the National Statistics Office shows
Wed,08 Oct 2025 14:53:28 +0200 Man dies while swimming in Ramla l-Ħamra
He was given first aid on site by the Emergency Response and Rescue Corps, as well as a medical team sent from the Gozo General Hospital, but was certified dead shortly afterwards.
Wed,08 Oct 2025 14:29:42 +0200 Marsaskala quay eyed for new ferry landing
Infrastructure Malta presents planning application for the construction of a ferry landing waiting area in Marsaskala
Wed,08 Oct 2025 14:09:51 +0200 Unlawful detention plea rejected, but magistrate warns against ‘legal limbo’
Court calls for urgent reform of Immigration Appeals Board after detainee left waiting weeks for hearing
Wed,08 Oct 2025 13:54:49 +0200 Repeat offender handed suspended jail term after phone theft caught on CCTV
The accused was recognised from security footage as he signed the bail book at a police station near the location of the theft
Wed,08 Oct 2025 13:21:15 +0200 EU Commission warns Malta over waste, renewable energy, and VAT compliance
Brussels takes fresh action against Malta, launching two infringement procedures and issuing one reasoned opinion over breaches of EU rules on waste management, renewable energy, and VAT systems
Wed,08 Oct 2025 13:13:51 +0200 Metsola on full campaign mode as she eyes third EP President term
According to Euractiv, its sources indicate that the European People’s Party (EPP) is aiming to take advantage of the weakened socialist S&D, and nominate Metsola for a third term
Wed,08 Oct 2025 12:50:36 +0200 Hospital employee fined €1,000 for injuring nurse during altercation at Mater Dei
The 51-year-old nursing aide was found guilty of assaulting a colleague during duty hours at Mater Dei Hospital.
Wed,08 Oct 2025 12:40:20 +0200 Foreign affiliates controlled by Maltese resident companies generated €1.9 billion in net turnover in 2023
In 2023, both foreign-controlled and resident-controlled enterprises in Malta recorded a growth across most key variables
Wed,08 Oct 2025 12:37:44 +0200 Governor Scicluna addresses Mediterranean Central Banks Governors’ Conference in Cairo
This conference is part of a joint initiative aimed at fostering comprehensive dialogue on the economic and financial outlook of the Mediterranean region