Magnitude 5.1 quake off southern Italy felt across Malta
An early-morning earthquake in the Ionian Sea woke residents in several Maltese localities, with seismic monitors in Rome and at the University of Malta detecting the strongest...
Malta Women's Lobby condemns reputation laundering of convicted sex offenders
The Malta Women's Lobby says that attempts to improve the public image of individuals who have been found guilty by the courts do not promote justice or healing, and may...
Looking back 2025 | Israeli drone attack exposed Malta’s defence weaknesses

There was one incident in May 2025, which brought home the stark truth that neutrality on its own is not the magical cloak that shields Malta from calamity. A...

There was one incident in May 2025, which brought home the...

Cold, cloudy start to the new year with isolated showers expected

Mostly cloudy skies, isolated showers and a sharp drop in temperatures are...

Mostly cloudy skies, isolated showers and a sharp drop in...

Smokers caught outside of designated zones in Golden Bay, Ramla l-Ħamra face €150 fines

The measure, announced last September, will allow authorities to fine smokers €150 if they smoke outside of designated smoking areas

The measure, announced last September, will allow...

Campaigners release interactive map showing significance of Manoel Island

The map categorises the island’s features into archaeological and built heritage, terrestrial and marine biodiversity, and social elements such as...

The map categorises the island’s features into...

Unprecedented increase in pushbacks from Malta’s SAR zone

Malta Migration Archive records 242 distress calls in first six months of the...

Malta Migration Archive records 242 distress calls in first...

Looking Back 2025 | How the Maksar gang trial exposed Malta’s darkest gangland chapter

The trial began on 24 April, more than four years after the arrests. Over six weeks, jurors heard testimony from 157 witnesses, reviewed CCTV footage, phone...

The trial began on 24 April, more than four years after the...

Looking back 2025 | Alex Borg: Enthusiasm surges but gravitas lags

Alex Borg’s first 100 days as Opposition leader have been marked by...

Alex Borg’s first 100 days as Opposition leader have...

Labour Party pays tribute to Karin Grech on 48th anniversary of her death

Prime Minister Robert Abela says Grech’s memory remains relevant today as atrocities continue in nearby countries

Prime Minister Robert Abela says Grech’s memory...

Looking back 2025 | Robert Abela: U-turns, balancing acts and hyperbole

Robert Abela still offers a steady pair of hands on the economy but when it comes to foreign affairs, political direction and managing the side effects of...

Robert Abela still offers a steady pair of hands on the...

2025: The year of unfinished business

It was a year of change in several aspects. But not just. Key events were sandwiched between controversies that were intense and relatively short-lived....

It was a year of change in several aspects. But not just....

Home Affairs Minister flies to Tripoli for remembrance ceremony held for Libyan General

Muhammad Ali Ahmad Al-Haddad was among eight people who died in a plane crash a few days ago in Turkey

Muhammad Ali Ahmad Al-Haddad was among eight people who...

Volunteers hand out 350 meals to people and families in need

For many beneficiaries, the volunteers were the only visitors they received on...

For many beneficiaries, the volunteers were the only...

WATCH | L-Istrina collects €5.7 million in aid of Community Chest Fund

Over €5.7 million donated during 30th edition of annual Boxing Day fundraiser

Over €5.7 million donated during 30th edition of...

Alcohol consumption stable as tobacco use continues to decline, survey finds

General Population Survey shows changing patterns in substance use, with increases in alcohol consumption among women and continued concerns over risky drinking

General Population Survey shows changing patterns in...

Law enforcement officers collect and distribute food to those in need

Initiative, now in its sixth year, sees members of the disciplined forces...

Initiative, now in its sixth year, sees members of the...

'The sweetness of Malta depends on the sweetness of our hearts,' Archbishop says in Midnight Mass

Archbishop Charles Scicluna says Maltese society remains one in which mutual kindness is valued but urged that this should be lived not only in...

Archbishop Charles Scicluna says Maltese society...

Christians the world over are celebrating Christmas

Malta joins Christmas celebrations as Caritas hosts people who are alone for...

Malta joins Christmas celebrations as Caritas hosts people...

Archbishop warns of detachment through social media, AI misinformation

Archbishop Charles Scicluna expresses concern regarding the emergence of AI and the potential for mass misinformation

Archbishop Charles Scicluna expresses concern...