Economy · National NewsEC English Shuts Down Globally: 100 Malta Jobs Lost as Students Seek Transfers
Major language school EC English ceases global operations, affecting 100 Malta staff. FELTOM coordinates student transfers to local schools.
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Economy · National NewsMalta Property Sales Hit €407 Million as First-Time Buyer Grants Drive Demand
Malta's property market hit a record €407.3 million in August. Learn how new grants and tax breaks for first-time buyers are reshaping the housing landscape.
EconomyMalta's Workforce Hits Record High as Salaries Outpace Inflation
Malta's workforce reaches 340,000 with salaries rising 6.2%. Discover what record employment and wage growth mean for residents and job seekers in 2026.
National News · EconomyMalta's Population Boom: Why Your Commute and Rent Are Getting Worse
Former minister warns Malta's growth model is unsustainable. Residents face rising rents, traffic gridlock, and strained services as population surges.
Economy · National NewsWhy Malta's Employers Are Resisting More Frequent Cost-of-Living Adjustments
Employers push back on twice-yearly COLA proposals, citing business uncertainty, while agreeing the inflation basket may need updating for modern expenses.
Economy · Digital LifestyleMalta’s Self-Employed Parents Can Now Take 4 Months of Paid Leave
Self-employed parents in Malta can now claim up to 4 months of tax-free parental leave. Learn eligibility, payment amounts, and how to apply before May 2026.
Economy · PoliticsMalta's Power Grid Crisis: What Residents Need to Know About Summer Blackouts
Malta's aging electricity grid failed during July's record heatwave, leaving thousands without power. What residents should know about blackouts and what comes next.
Economy · ImmigrationWhy Malta Residents Are Relocating to Sicily for a Fraction of Local Housing Costs
Maltese relocating to Sicily find housing costs 70% lower, more space, and better quality of life. Real costs, ferry logistics, and what to know before moving.
Politics · TechGozo's Power Grid Crisis: Why Smart Technology is Essential to Prevent Future Blackouts
After Gozo's 26-hour blackout in August 2026, experts say automated fault detection and fiber-optic sensing are essential to prevent future island-wide outages.
Tech · National NewsMalta's €700 Research Grant Funds Teen Scientists Before They Start
Malta's €700 youth science grant funds projects upfront—ages 13-21, residents eligible. Apply by Oct 21. Mentorship included, 12-month timeline.
Tech · EconomyWhy Malta SMEs Must Add Human Oversight to AI Systems Before August 2026
Malta SMEs must implement human oversight for AI systems before EU AI Act enforcement in August 2026. Understand compliance requirements, avoid fines, and protect your business operations.
Politics · EconomyMalta's Co-Ownership Crisis: When Landlord Disputes Force Tenants Out of Their Homes
Paceville evacuation exposes Malta's condominium law gaps. Learn your tenant rights, owner responsibilities, and legal protections in property disputes.