Malta
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Mosta Doctor Paul Chetcuti Caruana, Targeted by 1977 Letter Bomb, Dies Aged 77
Dr. Paul Chetcuti Caruana, a Mosta-based doctor, has passed away at the age of 77. He was previously targeted by a letter bomb in 1977, which was intended for him but tragically killed 15-year-old Karin…
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Julio Iglesias Faces Sexual Assault Allegations from Former Employees
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias, 82, is facing serious allegations of sexual assault and human trafficking from two former female employees. The women, who worked at Iglesias’ Caribbean mansions in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas…
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Malta’s Delicate Diplomatic Balancing Act in a Turbulent Global Order
Malta, a small island nation in the Mediterranean, is navigating a complex web of international relations amidst a shifting global landscape. As major powers like the US, China, and Russia jockey for influence, Malta’s diplomatic…
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Teeny Malta in the Crossfire A History of Survival and Resilience
Malta, a tiny island nation in the Mediterranean, has a rich and tumultuous history of being caught in the middle of great power struggles. From ancient Phoenicians and Romans to medieval knights and modern-day superpowers,…
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Appeal Against db Group Tower Extension Moves Ahead After Crowdfunding
An appeal against the db Group’s tower extension project is moving forward after crowdfunding efforts. The db Group, led by Silvio Debono, is behind the Hard Rock Hotel Malta project, a €300 million development that…
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Shakes Malta
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Calabria in southern Italy early Saturday morning, shaking residents across Malta. The quake occurred in the Ionian Sea at a depth of around 52-65 kilometers, with…
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Vintage Bus Crash: Driver Falls Ill, Bus Smashes into Parked Vehicles
A vintage bus crashed into several parked vehicles in Malta after the driver fell ill at the wheel. The incident occurred when the driver suddenly lost consciousness, causing the bus to veer out of control…
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Standards Commissioner Slams Abela’s Stance on Cabinet Assets Disclosure
Malta’s Standards Commissioner has criticized Prime Minister Robert Abela’s refusal to publish cabinet members’ asset declarations, calling it a “step backwards” for transparency. Abela’s government has been accused of undermining accountability by not making these…
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Mid-Priced Rentals Proving Unaffordable for €40k Earners
A recent study has found that most mid-priced rentals are unaffordable for individuals earning around €40,000 per year. The research highlights the growing issue of housing affordability, particularly in major European cities where rents are…
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Għajn Dwieli Tunnel Closure Due to Rockfall Raises Concerns Over €2.2m Upgrade
The Għajn Dwieli tunnel in Cospicua, Malta, has been closed for over 24 hours due to a rockfall, sparking concerns about the effectiveness of a recent €2.2 million upgrade. The tunnel, a key access route…






