Malta
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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…
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Gozo School Incident 13-Year-Old Attacked by Fellow Student
A disturbing incident occurred at a school in Gozo, Malta, where a 13-year-old student was attacked by a fellow student with a sharp object. The attack, which happened during school hours, has raised concerns about…
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Gozo Welcomes Record 150,000 Visitors Over Christmas and New Year
Gozo, the charming Maltese island, has just wrapped up a festive season like no other, with a whopping 150,000 visitors flocking to its shores over Christmas and New Year. The island’s reputation as a haven…
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Roberta Metsola Named Among Corriere della Sera’s Women of the Year
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has been recognized as one of Corriere della Sera’s Women of the Year, a prestigious list that highlights influential women who have made a significant impact. Metsola’s steadfast support for…






