Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp resigned on Friday after a cabinet meeting failed to agree sanctions against Israel. "I see that I am insufficiently able to take meaningful additional measures to increase pressure on Israel," Veldkamp told ANP after a cabinet debate on possible sanctions against Israel was deadlocked. Last month Veldkamp declared
The Malta Community Chest Fund will be organising the second edition of the “Cycling Jack” fundraiser in memory of cyclist Jack Schiavone. The event, which is being held in collaboration with the Schiavone family, will raise funds for people in need. Schiavone, who died from cancer, was a respected and well-known cyclist who won numerous accolades
The Malta Chamber of SMEs on Friday said it is backing a government-church affordable housing scheme after its initial concerns were addressed in a “detailed review”. The chamber had initially raised concerns that the scheme “might be open for potential abuse, inefficiencies or free market interference”. In a statement on Friday, the chamber said that
The MSE Equity Price Index fell by 0.52% to 3,815.687 points as the declines in GO, Lombard, and the ordinary shares of RS2 outweighed the gains in BMIT, BOV, Computime, MIA, Malita, and Malta Properties. Meanwhile, five other equities closed unchanged as today’s trading activity in local equities amounted to €0.13 million. GO plc decreased by 7.1%
A new learning hub has opened at Corradino Correctional Facility, offering inmates more courses to support their rehabilitation. This is the second such hub to open within prison. The new facility is fully equipped with modern classrooms, a library and an art room. Inmates will be able to attend lessons and training workshops in English, Mathematics,
MaltaPost are hitting pause on all parcels and goods shipments to the US starting Saturday 23rd August, following a sudden US government executive order that scraps the duty-free threshold for international shipments. In a statement on Friday, MaltaPost said, “any final parcels and goods addressed to the US must be deposited at its head office in Marsa
Objections have been raised about two retirement homes slated to be built outside development zones in Żabbar and Marsascala. ADPD on Friday filed an objection to PA/04579/25 for a retirement home proposed to be constructed on ODZ land in the Sant’Antnin area on the outskirts of Marsascala. According to a report on Malta Today, Abela Ventures Ltd
The Malta Chamber of SMEs has expressed its support for the affordable housing initiative jointly launched by the Government and the Church, following a detailed review that addressed initial concerns raised by the SME Chamber, it said. "Although The SME Chamber acknowledges the existing gap in the market present when it comes to enabling lower-middle-income
A man who might have entered Malta illegally has been handed a suspended sentence after admitting to trying to break into a number of caravans in Ġnejna. Kromah Hassan, 25, who was born in Guinea but holds an American passport, was handed over to Migration Police after Friday’s court sitting where he pleaded guilty to charges of attempted theft, wilful
Looking for a bargain that also makes a difference? Malta’s charity shops are treasure troves where fashion finds, vintage gems, and household essentials meet good causes. Whether you’re after a retro jacket, a new book for your shelf, or simply want to shop more sustainably, these second-hand spots let you do it all while supporting local charities
Teatru Malta is just days away from opening its much-anticipated production of Ġaħan at Fort St Elmo, premiering on Thursday 28th August, a date of special significance as it also marks the birthday of the late Francis Ebejer (born 28th August 1925). This production is an adaptation of Ebejer’s final play, ‘Il-Ġaħan ta’ Binġemma.’ The piece now returns
Heraldry is the art of designing and displaying coats of arms, and it first appeared in Europe in the 12th century as a way to identify warriors on the battlefield. Malta’s own story with heraldry began in 1287, when the Santa Sofia family were given the title “Baron of Fiddien”. From then on, coats of arms became tied to noble families, sometimes
Maltese band The Busker is back with a brand-new single, “my OH my”. Following their earlier release Something in My Head , the band introduces a fresh sound, drawing inspiration from Latin Pop and Mediterranean vibes. Clocking in at just under three minutes, “my OH my” is all about rediscovering yourself, feeling good, and putting a smile back on
A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a traffic accident early on Friday morning. Police said that the accident happened in Triq Sir Anthony Mamo in Birkirkara at around 5:30am between a Nissan March and a Honda motorcycle which was being ridden by a 57-year-old man from Msida. The man was given medical attention on site before being transferred
A company that owned eight apartments within Tania which collapsed on June 11 has threatened to sue the developers, contractor and architect. High Point Limited has filed a judicial protest against Excel Investments Ltd, Excel Developers Ltd, Excel Property Trading Ltd, Mark Agius, Manuel Buhagiar, architect Glenn Zammit Cauchi and Abel Cassar De Gabriele
A podcaster removed an episode featuring an interview with a member of conservation NGO BirdLife Malta after claiming to have been threatened by a disgruntled hunter. Podcaster Sayan Cassar said he removed an interview with BirdLife Malta head of conservation Nicholas Barbara after he was threatened in person at his workplace and received insulting
As anticipation builds for this year’s Science in the City Festival, a series of pre-festival events promises an inspiring celebration of science, creativity, history, and innovation. These events are being held between the 30th August and 25th September, they showcase the powerful role community has in shaping and enriching the festival. “Our pre-festival
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an early morning collision on Friday as police continue to search for a man who was allegedly involved in the accident but ran away from the scene. A 57-year old man from Msida who was riding a Honda motorbike was involved in a collision with a Nissan March at 5.30am on Sir Anthony Mamo street in Birkirkara.
Early this morning, at around 5:30am, police were informed of a traffic accident on Sir Anthony Mamo Road in Birkirkara. Initial investigations revealed a collision between a Nissan March and a Honda motorcycle ridden by a 57-year-old man from Msida. The motorcyclist received medical assistance at the scene and was taken to hospital by ambulance, where
Podcaster Sayan Cassar deleted an interview with BirdLife Malta activist Nick Barbara and cancelled a planned interview with FKNK president Lucas Micallef after someone turned up to his workplace to make their dissatisfaction known. “Tonight, someone went to Sayan’s workplace to try and take some sort of satisfaction over the fact that we had an episode