Malta
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Maltese Among Happiest in EU With Current Taxes
According to the most recent Flash Eurobarometer on taxation by the European Commission, nearly half of Maltese people would preserve taxes and public services, making Malta among the most staunch proponents of the current state…
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Man Jailed for Stalking and Forcing His Way Into Woman’s Home in Swieqi
Following a guilty plea to stalking a woman, forcing himself into her Swieqi apartment, and exhibiting behaviors with sexual connotations, a Sudanese man has been sentenced to one year in prison. Last month under arrest,…
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Mexico Rejects US Military Action Against Cartels
The Mexican government has strongly pushed back against reports suggesting that US President Donald Trump wants to deploy the US military to battle cartels operating in Mexico. Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized her commitment to…
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Wildfire Forces Closure of Mount Vesuvius to Tourists
A massive wildfire raging on the flanks of Mount Vesuvius in Italy has led to the closure of all hiking routes up the volcano near Naples to tourists. The national fire service has deployed 12…
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Driver Five Times Over Alcohol Limit in Fatal Valletta Accident
A driver who killed a pedestrian in Valletta was found to have been driving with a blood alcohol level five times over the legal limit. The National Traffic Authority has confirmed that the driver was…
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UNHCR Malta Scales Back Operations Amid Global Funding Crisis
The UN refugee agency, UNHCR, Malta office is scaling down some of its activities since the organization is fighting a terrible worldwide funding shortfall. Although UNHCR will keep an operating presence in Malta, some supporting…
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Mechanic Accused of Stealing Vehicles After Roadside Fixes
A 43-year-old television mechanic, identified as R Kamalakannan, was arrested in Tirupur for allegedly stealing vehicles. According to the police, Kamalakannan would often repair vehicles, including cars and two-wheelers, and in some cases, he would…
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A Stark Contrast Between Two Laws Highlighting the Differences
The recent juxtaposition of two laws has brought to light a striking contrast between their underlying philosophies, applications, and implications. On one hand, one law appears to prioritize individual freedoms and autonomy, while on the…
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Sliema Council’s Initiative to Promote Respectful Attire
The Sliema council has taken a proactive approach to encourage visitors to dress modestly by installing signs that urge people to wear “respectful clothing”. The initiative aims to promote a sense of decorum and consideration…
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Malta’s Prime Minister Pledges Record-Breaking Budget
Malta’s Prime Minister, Robert Abela, has made a bold promise to deliver “the best budget in history” this year, raising expectations among citizens and businesses alike. Abela’s commitment to crafting a budget that surpasses all…






