Our commitment to a greener tomorrow | Steve Ellul
Project Green provides for a holistic vision that considers the needs of today's and tomorrow's society, firmly believing that open spaces are not merely areas but...
The weakening power of consumers
Michael Falzon
The dip is attributed to shrinking confidence in the services and retail sectors, both of which registered significantly lower scores than in previous months
All I want for Christmas is (yet another) Asylum and Migration Pact…
Raphael Vassallo

But while one would provide actual ‘relief’, for any crisis-stricken territory… where would the other leave tiny islands like Lampedusa - or...

But while one would provide actual ‘relief’,...

The Court may ask an interested party to join a court case
Malcolm Mifsud

The Court has the power to order a third party to a lawsuit to join the action,...

The Court has the power to order a third party to a lawsuit...

Cartoon: 24 December 2023

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Striking the right note for Christmas Eve 
Josanne Cassar

One could say that it is this blind optimism that “everything will be...

One could say that it is this blind optimism that...

Two friends, two destinies, one life
Saviour Balzan

They lived worlds apart; the only thing they shared was that they lived in Malta. It was great to have been your friend. Saħħiet Sandro Mallia; adieu...

They lived worlds apart; the only thing they shared was...

Looking back with pride

There may be little to toast about as 2023 comes to an end but today’s edition gives us the opportunity to revisit some of the salient issues and events...

There may be little to toast about as 2023 comes to an end...

Social cohesion is paramount
Alex Agius Saliba

The uplifting mood of the festive season stimulates us to be more compassionate with others, not least by donating to those in need

The uplifting mood of the festive season stimulates us to...

Did we really need to sacrifice the small on-board bag at that particular altar?

No. 222 - New Horizons With No Baggage

No. 222 - New Horizons With No Baggage

‘Balancing’ is the job of a circus acrobat, not a cabinet minister
Raphael Vassallo

Two small issues immediately arise, even at a glance. (On top of the third I already mentioned: i.e., that Aaron Farrugia evidently got his job description all...

Two small issues immediately arise, even at a glance. (On...

At last, a stream of light for LGBTIQ Catholics

Pope Francis has gently pushed the door to allow some light into the darkness

Pope Francis has gently pushed the door to allow some light...

What’s the point of a ‘Planning Authority’… without ‘Planning’?
Raphael Vassallo

What’s the point of even having an ‘ERA’, to begin with: when all its objections are consistently ‘overruled’ by the Planning...

What’s the point of even having an ‘ERA’,...

Did the world cop it?
Michael Falzon

Ultimately, the success of COP28 will be determined by the changes the world puts into practice in the years ahead

Ultimately, the success of COP28 will be determined by the...

Leaving our gadgets behind
Josanne Cassar

When the world doesn’t make sense any more, I wonder whether we will seek comfort and solace from our own families and fellow human beings, or whether we...

When the world doesn’t make sense any more, I wonder...

Angry notes
Saviour Balzan

To believe the Israeli government has the right to kill hundreds in retaliation for every murdered Israeli, reminds me of the way the Nazi SS would round up...

To believe the Israeli government has the right to kill...

The never-ending story | Carmelo Abela

A conflict next door is very worrying and that is why I hold this firm belief that the EU should play a major role

A conflict next door is very worrying and that is why I...

Let’s make it a fair and just transition

Transitioning away from fossil fuels will require an equally important...

Transitioning away from fossil fuels will require an...

Time is now | Charmaine Mangion

I want to see more direct collaboration between the various entities which ultimately are all working towards one common goal. This will lead to better and...

I want to see more direct collaboration between the various...

A voice for island communities | Josianne Cutajar

As a member of the Socialist and Democrats Group, I actively worked towards...

As a member of the Socialist and Democrats Group, I...