‘We need to find a balance’, do we? You don’t bloody say…

Raphael Vassallo

What it also means, however, is that… NO ONE is actually responsible, for any of the stuff that ever happens in Malta’s towns and villages!

Saying ‘we’re sorry for the inconvenience’, just won’t cut it

Josanne Cassar

Despite flyovers, wider roads, millions of euros and countless promises of how much our commuting time will be reduced, traffic is a topic we keep coming back to time and again...

Democracy and the tragic tale of two lost laptops

The justice system has had to deal with its fair share of credibility issues...

The justice system has had to deal with its fair share of...

Rent law amendment: Socialist PR but exploitative reality | Matthew Attard

The minister, likely after much lobbying from the MDA, has decided to remove all rent-calming measures that were in law. The most impactful was the extension...

The minister, likely after much lobbying from the MDA, has...

Mark Said

The education administration is slack, possibly corrupt, and rather helpless against the student community. There are no proper checks on the functioning of...

The education administration is slack, possibly corrupt,...

Family businesses - the bedrock of sustainable growth | Steve Ellul

Whether it's the quaint corner grocer, the sleek office headquarters, or...

Whether it's the quaint corner grocer, the sleek office...

El Hiblu 3: The trial that should have never started

We believe it is not too late for the State to do the right thing even at this...

We believe it is not too late for the State to do the right...

Eurovision is supposed to be a song contest… not a ‘declaration of principles’

Raphael Vassallo

At the moment, they’re all about whether Israel should be allowed to even compete in this year’s ESC: when that country stands accused, by large...

At the moment, they’re all about whether Israel...

Michael Falzon

In the case of the mess made by Malta Enterprise and INDIS Malta, Minister Silvio Schembri is politically responsible. Up to the time of writing, he did not...

In the case of the mess made by Malta Enterprise and INDIS...

So many want the perks of a top job… but not the accountability

Josanne Cassar

Are we surprised there are so many construction site accidents when those who...

Are we surprised there are so many construction site...

Saviour Balzan

From 16-year-old candidates to irate ministers and resignations Saviour Balzan looks back at this tumultuous week in Maltese politics

From 16-year-old candidates to irate ministers and...

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Staffing authorities with cronies, who may not have the required competence or who are simply yes-men is a disservice to society and the bona fide operators...

Staffing authorities with cronies, who may not have the...

The elements of a retrial must be cumulative

Malcolm Mifsud

When arguing for a retrial, the elements of a retrial must all exist

When arguing for a retrial, the elements of a retrial must...

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Gender equality: An imperative for societal progress | Steve Ellul

As we stand on the precipice of a new era, the importance of promoting gender...

As we stand on the precipice of a new era, the importance...

Mark Said

Many out there might be one massage away from endangering their physical wellbeing and health. The preservation of health is easier than the cure of the disease

Many out there might be one massage away from endangering...

Putting social justice on the global agenda | Josef Bugeja

Our Maltese experience through the ages has taught us how leveraging the power...

Our Maltese experience through the ages has taught us how...

The relationship between councils and government should be premised on increased autonomy for local governments

The relationship between councils and government should be...

Raphael Vassallo

There is a word, you know, to describe precisely this sort of political system. I’ll give you a hint: it starts with a ‘D'

There is a word, you know, to describe precisely this sort...

Michael Falzon

Only a leader with a very strong personality can overcome this

Only a leader with a very strong personality can overcome...