World
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Community in Turmoil Over Quarry Operations “We’re Living in a Dust Bowl”
Residents of a community near a quarry are expressing their frustration and anger over the significant amounts of dust generated by the quarry’s operations. The quarry, which employs many local residents, has been a source…
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State-Church Partnership Aims to Deliver Affordable Housing
A groundbreaking partnership between the Maltese government and the Catholic Church is set to bring hundreds of discounted homes to the market by 2028. The initiative, which aims to address the country’s housing needs, will…
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Stricter Criteria Introduced for Vintage Vehicle Classification
The Indian government has announced new guidelines for the classification of vintage vehicles, aiming to preserve the country’s automotive heritage while ensuring road safety and environmental protection. According to the revised criteria, vehicles aged 50…
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PM Robert Abela Defends Corradino Reappointment Amid Lands Authority Controversy
Prime Minister Robert Abela has come to the defense of Jason Corradino, the chair of the Lands Authority, following criticism over his reappointment despite a damning court judgment that highlighted significant flaws in the authority’s…
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Government to Thoroughly Review Euthanasia Feedback, Says Prime Minister
Prime Minister Robert Abela has stated that it will take “months” to thoroughly review and consider the feedback received on the government’s consultation on euthanasia. The government launched a public consultation to gather opinions and…
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Firefighters Battle Grass Fire in San Ġwann-Swieqi Valley
Firefighters are currently tackling a grass fire in the San Ġwann-Swieqi valley. While specific details about the fire’s size and containment efforts are not available, firefighters in similar situations have been using strategic containment methods,…
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Swiss Authorities Refuse to Disclose Bank Details in Vitals Investigation
The Swiss authorities have denied a request from Maltese authorities for bank details related to the Vitals Global Healthcare (VGH) investigation. The VGH scandal involves allegations of corruption and wrongdoing in the privatization of three…
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Tensions Escalate as Israel Strikes Yemen, Gaza, and Lebanon
Early Monday, shortly after Israeli soldiers conducted airstrikes directed at three ports and a power station in the Gulf country, Israel’s military announced that two missiles had been released from Yemen. Though inquiries continue, early…
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Maltese Cyclists Embark on 1,000km Berlin–Salzburg Ride for Cancer Research
Maltese Cyclists set out 1,000 km ride from Berlin to Salzburg for cancer research. Support for cancer research is being provided by a group of Maltese cyclists now in Germany participating in the ALIVE 2025…
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Thailand’s Prime Minister Suspended Over Leaked Call With Cambodian Leader
Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been suspended from her duties pending the outcome of an ethics investigation triggered by a leaked phone call with a senior Cambodian politician. The country’s Constitutional Court accepted a…