A nod to the hardworking middle class
Middle class Malta will relish the cut in income tax but it will also continue to observe in silence how Robert Abela’s government discharges its functions – a tax cut...
Our vision for digitisation of Malta’s energy system
Ryan Callus
Malta’s journey toward the digitisation of energy did not happen overnight. One of the most significant milestones in recent years has been the deployment of smart meters in...
Licensed cargo agents have exclusivity only in customs restricted areas
Malcolm Mifsud

A licensed cargo agent may be allowed to pick up merchandise from restricted areas controlled by the Customs Department

A licensed cargo agent may be allowed to pick up...

How AI redefined the Nobel Prizes in 2024
Alexiei Dingli

By honouring AI contributions in chemistry and physics, the Nobel Committee has...

By honouring AI contributions in chemistry and physics, the...

When the bomb went off

The bomb that killed Daphne also ignited our collective conscience and made us realise over time that the first step for criminals to succeed is for good...

The bomb that killed Daphne also ignited our collective...

Employment in the civil service
Michael Falzon

Today, apart from the phenomenal increase in youngsters getting a University degree, jobs in the private sector are much better paid

Today, apart from the phenomenal increase in youngsters...

Chewing gum planning and politics
Saviour Balzan

It must have been 18 years ago and I can recall the phone call. “The minister would like to talk to you, he has something important to tell you.

It must have been 18 years ago and I can recall the phone...

Cartoon: 13 October 2024

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Recalibrating the economic model

With public frustrations mounting, the government faces a dilemma: Can it continue to sustain this economic growth while also addressing the growing social and...

With public frustrations mounting, the government faces a...

Building a better future for families through family law reform | Michael Falzon

This is not just a legal issue; it is a moral one, and as a government, we cannot stand by while outdated processes continue to harm our society. I am...

This is not just a legal issue; it is a moral one, and as a...

Anticipation and accountability: What Maltese citizens should expect from Budget 2025 | Ivan J. Bartolo

Let’s delve into some of the areas where Maltese citizens will expect and indeed deserve clear and impactful solutions

Let’s delve into some of the areas where Maltese...

Villa Rosa: When local plans are not cast in stone
James Debono

For the past years, the Labour government has told local communities faced with...

For the past years, the Labour government has told local...

The many October 7s

They deserve to live in peace and security as dignified human beings. They deserve a better life and leaders on all sides have a duty to make this happen

They deserve to live in peace and security as dignified...

Europe’s New AI-ge
Alexiei Dingli

Europe’s future is AI, and the stakes have never been higher. With coordinated action, strategic investments, and a commitment to innovation, the EU can...

Europe’s future is AI, and the stakes have never been...

Reading the polls
Michael Falzon

Personally, I think it is impossible for some impressive rise in Bernard Grech’s personal popularity and therefore the PN must seek an alternative who...

Personally, I think it is impossible for some impressive...

Take from Peter to pay Paul
Saviour Balzan

Caruana knows that the €100 million shortfall has to come from somewhere. He also knows that there are indications that the economy does not have the same...

Caruana knows that the €100 million shortfall has to...

Cartoon: 06 October 2024

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Bernard Grech’s long road ahead

The Opposition leader should be credited with bringing about a sense of normality to a party that witnessed a rebellion by some of its MPs in 2020 and friction...

The Opposition leader should be credited with bringing...

Censoring the conversation: KSU's appalling attack on free speech
James Debono

Removing a stand is a coercive act and a breach of constitutional rights,...

Removing a stand is a coercive act and a breach of...

‘Genuine mistake’ shows just how worryingly easy it is to dismiss the media

It is refreshing that the Chief Justice apologised for the mistake and we take his word for it that this was the fruit of miscommunication. It’s not very...

It is refreshing that the Chief Justice apologised for the...