A large crowd marched through Malta’s capital, Valletta, demanding justice for investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, who was killed in a 2017 car bombing. The protest followed the recent acquittal of businessman Yorgen Fenech, who had been accused of complicity in her murder. Civil society groups and rights activists criticised the verdict, with protesters
An ash cloud from Sicily’s Mount Etna volcano drifted over Malta on Tuesday, forcing airlines to cancel flights during the peak summer tourism season. Malta International Airport said volcanic ash over the islands had caused significant disruption to air travel. By mid-afternoon, 19 flights had been cancelled, while several others faced major delays. Passengers travelling
Voting began in Malta’s parliamentary elections on Saturday, with opinion polls indicating that Prime Minister Robert Abela’s ruling Labour Party is on track to secure a record fourth consecutive term in office. Abela called the snap election a year ahead of schedule, citing the need to address future challenges arising from global uncertainty. Malta enters […]
Italian authorities are considering how to handle a damaged Russian liquefied natural gas tanker, Arctic Metagaz, which is drifting in international waters in the Mediterranean Sea after an alleged drone strike. The vessel, carrying LNG from Murmansk in northern Russia, was reportedly attacked by Ukrainian naval drones, though Ukraine has not claimed responsibility. The
The European Commission has clarified that member states may use the European Social Fund to provide free abortion services to women traveling from EU countries with restrictive laws. The announcement followed the “My Voice, My Choice” citizens’ initiative, which gathered over one million signatures urging the bloc to ensure equal access to safe and legal […]
In a move which can be considered as a breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of Malta journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, a renowned businessman, Yorgen Fenech, who was booked in connection with the case recently, has approached the president of the country, seeking a presidential pardon in exchange of a important lead he can […]
The resignations of high profile political leaders, including Maltese Prime Minister Joseph Muscat’s top aid Keith Schembri, Tourism Minister Konrad Mizzi and Economy Minister Chris Cardona, in connection with the investigation into the murder of acclaimed Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia known for her fearless articles against corruption has jolted
Triggering several speculations, the Maltese police have booked a leading businessman, Yorgen Fenech. The arrest has been done in an adventurous manner. The police have chased the yacht, in which he was travelling, in a petrol boat. Not only have the police arrested the businessman, but also they have conducted a thorough search inside the […]
The Lampuki Pie is a tasty Maltese food. It is a delicious pie made with the lampuki (mahi-mahi) fishes. Ingredients: 500g prepared puff pastry or shortcrust 1½kg lampuki fish (mahi-mahi fish) Flour, for coating 2 sliced onions Cooked peas 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped 1 small cauliflower or broccoli, half boiled 1kg fresh spinach, cleaned […]
Gale-force winds lashed Malta early on Sunday morning, uprooting trees, demolishing walls and damaging power lines, but no injuries were reported. There occurred several destruction across the country as a result of these high winds. The wind had a high speed of 101km/h. Trees were uprooted, walls got toppled and seafronts flooded in the violent […]









