Sanity versus insanity
Saviour Balzan
When the Amanda Muscat story hit the headlines a few days ago, we all had our opinion as to how this would impact a political survey. 
The Labour Party’s quagmire and breaching the ‘no beef’ barrier
This game of appeasement has weakened Abela’s moral authority to stand up and fight. He allowed the serpent inside and it is now encircling him and slowly tightening its grip
Abortion: a new legal perspective
Mark Said

Developing human life is sacred even before it conquers the status of personhood, and it is imperative to consider the objective value of human life from its...

Developing human life is sacred even before it conquers the...

When enforcing a foreign judgment, the Maltese Courts should not carry out a retrial
Malcolm Mifsud

In a decree issued by the First Hall of the Civil Court in Dr Malcolm Mifsud noe vs Ugor Tatlici given on 30 October 2024, the Court ruled that Article...

In a decree issued by the First Hall of the Civil Court in...

Prime Minister ignoring his own benchmark

If Prime Minister Robert Abela adopts the same benchmark he used when asking...

If Prime Minister Robert Abela adopts the same benchmark he...

A confident performance

Micallef appeared well-briefed and knowledgeable on the various cultural, educational and youth-oriented programmes and initiatives at EU level

Micallef appeared well-briefed and knowledgeable on the...

Malta's Vision 2050: A future of high-value economic niches and quality of life | Silvio Schembri

Together, we can build a future that reflects our ambitions – one where Malta is not just an island in the Mediterranean, but a global leader in...

Together, we can build a future that reflects our ambitions...

A visionless budget
Michael Falzon

This surely takes the cake in the annals of corruption in Malta and Gozo!

This surely takes the cake in the annals of corruption in...

Trump or Harris, does it really matter?
Saviour Balzan

If Trump does win, it will mean that insane and fanatical politicians backed by extremely stupid, limited, and uncultured voters can get re-elected even when...

If Trump does win, it will mean that insane and fanatical...

Cartoon: 03 November 2024

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Vision 2050: An admirable initiative but excuse our cynicism

A cynical electorate may not give too much thought to lofty ideals unless they...

A cynical electorate may not give too much thought to lofty...

Our vision for digitisation of Malta’s energy system | Ryan Callus

Malta is uniquely positioned to be a testbed for new energy technologies, given...

Malta is uniquely positioned to be a testbed for new energy...

Tribunal rules against buyer in car payment dispute, orders compensation

In a judgment in the names Astrid Parnis vs Neil Attard, a Tribunal ruled that a car buyer must settle outstanding payments and reimburse fines after failing...

In a judgment in the names Astrid Parnis vs Neil Attard, a...

Embracing AI: Preparing students for the future | Cassandra Sturgeon Delia

As an educator specialising in technology-enhanced learning, I encourage students, parents, and fellow educators to explore AI’s benefits while keeping...

As an educator specialising in technology-enhanced...

Msida Creek: Enhancing connectivity and community spaces | Steve Ellul

The Msida Creek Project is a powerful example of this commitment, and we eagerly anticipate its transformation from plan to reality

The Msida Creek Project is a powerful example of this...

The way ahead
Julia Farrugia

The reality of our work is that there is never a point of conclusion. Society evolves and our targets and pledges evolve with it, as we remain steadfast in our...

The reality of our work is that there is never a point of...

Obligatory trade union membership
Michael Falzon

However, the right of Maltese citizens to opt out of trade union membership should never be touched

However, the right of Maltese citizens to opt out of trade...

Facts vs fiction | George Pullicino

Less than 10% of the requests were accepted and today I am therefore more than ever convinced that we did well to finalise the process as we did

Less than 10% of the requests were accepted and today I am...

Another year, another strategic budget | Chris Bonett

Consistent economic growth ultimately equates to a better quality of life for...

Consistent economic growth ultimately equates to a better...

Social to the core
JP Fabri

In essence, Malta’s 2025 Budget offers valuable social support. However, to position Malta for long-term success, it is essential to complement...

In essence, Malta’s 2025 Budget offers valuable...