Nina Zammit

Thousands of unexploded WWII bombs remain buried across Malta. Learn what to do if you find one and why construction sites are triggering discoveries.

EU's Entry/Exit System causing major delays at European airports. Learn how Malta Airport will be affected, what the September 2026 postponement means for your travel.

Damaged Russian LNG tanker adrift near Malta threatens desalination plants and tourism. EU sanctions complicate salvage efforts as Mediterranean faces ecological disaster.

Danish tourist punched in face 90 minutes after landing in Malta road rage case. Driver receives suspended sentence—what this means for traffic safety.

Malta transitions from energy subsidies to offshore wind & solar by 2028. Second Italy link, rooftop solar grants, and what rising bills mean for residents.

Malta's aquaculture sector faces scrutiny over coastal contamination. Learn why weak penalties and poor transparency fuel public distrust of the industry.

Russian oil tanker drifts abandoned 100km+ from Malta after March explosion. Authorities fear vessel carrying gas and fuel could explode, seek EU help.

Real-time soil moisture and disease forecasts now available to Maltese farmers. Save 25-35% water and increase yields with precision agriculture data.

Yellow wind alert issued for Malta through 9pm. Expect ferry delays, flight turbulence at airport, and disruptions across coastal areas tonight.

140 vintage vehicles gather at Dar Tal-Providenza on Thursday, March 19 for Old Motors Club charity event. Classic car show raises funds for Siġġiewi disability home.

Arctic Metagaz tanker threatens Malta's water security. Discover how a single spill could cripple desalination plants supplying 57% of drinking water within days.

Gozo runway tenders launch soon with flight school and drone jobs promised, but Xewkija faces noise until 1 AM. Archaeological approval may delay start.

Malta removes 7 million kg of waste from White Rocks in major cleanup. The 45-hectare coastal site will become a national park with no development allowed.

Free community garden in Kirkop with treehouses, herb zones, and rainwater irrigation opens April 2026. First green space for 2,200 residents.

Learn how Malta's heritage trust Din l-Art Ħelwa protects your neighbourhood from overdevelopment and preserves property values through conservation advocacy.

Planning Authority rejects unauthorized development near Il-Maqluba. How Malta's enforcement gaps let illegal structures persist in protected areas.

Explore Paola's new Tony Bezzina Garden—a €1.2M green space with European skatepark, solar power, and a preserved WWII air-raid shelter for residents.

Malta's €250M annual energy subsidies mask fossil fuel dependency. EU enforcement begins over missed building renovation plans. What residents should know by 2026.

Malta's Animal Welfare Directorate investigates Mtaħleb Wildlife Park over hand-feeding violations. New 2024 regulations could result in license revocation. What residents need to know.

Malta invests €2 million to rebuild Għar Lapsi after Storm Harry devastation. Access and safety restored while preserving the site's rustic character for locals.

EU carbon pricing adds €654,000 weekly to Malta freight costs—€16.5M annually. How the emissions trading system affects your grocery bills in 2026.

Grace Borg's theft case exposes security risks for Malta households employing cleaners. Learn vetting practices and protection strategies recommended by experts.

Malta eliminates suspended sentences for fatal crashes involving alcohol or drugs starting March 2026. Recent case shows old system's leniency ending for impaired drivers.

Luqa resident's viral tale of flying his 110cm Baby Jesus statue home on Ryanair seat 33D. The booking chaos that confused airport staff and charmed Malta.

Jet2 flight LS1877 from Bristol makes emergency landing at Malta airport after pilot falls ill. Co-pilot takes control, lands safely. All passengers unharmed.

€1.5 million Mercedes seized in Xewkija after US tip-off exposes how stolen luxury cars reach Malta and the legal risks facing buyers who lack due diligence.

KM Malta Airlines launches Palermo flights May 30—three weekly evening departures to Sicily. Plus daily Catania service. New Sicily gateway for Malta residents.

First sperm whale stranding in 30 years signals conservation crisis. Learn why Mediterranean populations are critically endangered and what residents should know about safety risks.

Northbound Sta Venera tunnel closed after car-motorcycle crash. Use Marsa Junction or Hamrun routes. No reopening timeline yet—check alternatives before traveling.

Padel courts being built without permits on Manoel Island ahead of government takeover. Residents demand transparency on development plans for Malta's future public park.

Malta government finalizes deal to reclaim Manoel Island as public park by March 2026. Car-free waterfront space includes Fort Manoel cultural hub and green areas for residents.

Nearly 300 Y-plate drivers suspended in Malta's toughest crackdown. Facial recognition and digital payments coming 2026. Here's what passengers and drivers need to know.

Two FKNK hunters fined €3,000 in Sicily for illegal wild boar hunting were reinstated after just 9 months—revealing gaps in Malta's cross-border enforcement.

Floating entertainment venue Noma Island licensed for Comino's protected waters. 350-guest platform sparks environmental concerns for Malta's marine ecosystem.

Sliema and Mellieħa mayors oppose floating 350-guest venue. Environmental risks, noise concerns, and coastal impact explained for Malta residents.

Motorcyclists account for only 5-8% of Malta traffic but suffer 35% of casualties. Learn about the infrastructure gaps and legal implications affecting riders.

Farm slurry forced Gozo's water treatment plant offline, halting recycled water production. Costs mount for farmers and residents during peak season.

Planning Authority approves 41,000 sq m development in Mosta's Tad-Dib area. What residents face: three-storey buildings, parking strain, and phased construction timeline.

Msida flyover in Malta opens seafront access Tuesday. Direct route eliminates detours but disruptions continue through 2027. Essential updates for Malta commuters.

St Julian's waterfront project faces heritage and environmental objections. Learn how residents can protect Balluta Bay's archaeological sites and marine habitats.

Malta's Iklin tarmac plant emits toxic fumes affecting thousands. Councils escalate to EU Parliament seeking enforcement and health protection for residents.

18 deaths on Malta roads in 2025—a 50% increase despite fewer crashes. Learn danger zones, peak risk times, and how to stay safe driving in Malta.

Four-car crash in Sta Venera tunnel stalls thousands. Aging infrastructure leaves no backup routes. Defensive driving tips and what to expect until 2027.

European Parliament demands Malta enforce police-monitored sound limiters in bars and clubs. What residents and venue operators need to know about incoming noise regulations.

Malta's light pollution grows 10% yearly, risking EU action. Learn how dark-sky laws could cut energy costs 30%, boost tourism, and restore stargazing by 2026.

Malta's vintage vehicle certification process halted after committee dissolved January 26. Classic car owners face indefinite delays with no replacement body in sight.

PN pledges mass transport overhaul starting within 100 days. Learn how smart parking, logistics hubs, and new metro could save commuters 200+ hours yearly.

Malta's planning reforms prioritize developer profits over community needs. Learn how regulatory changes impact housing, green spaces, and your neighborhood.

A 37-year-old Msida cyclist was hospitalized after colliding with a concrete mixer on Valley Road in Birkirkara. Police investigations continue.

Malta's White Rocks site cleared of 600 tonnes of waste. Coastal areas opening soon as abandoned complex transforms into national park.

Malta residents: apply by 24 March for up to €5,000 in Storm Harry relief, prepare for road closures, and submit your ideas for Għar Lapsi’s rebuild by 24 February.

After eight goats and sheep vanished from a Ta’ Qali pen, the owner is offering a €2,000 reward. Learn how Maltese farmers can boost security and join patrols.

Luxury cars vanished after fake tow orders at Valletta’s Marriott garage. Learn contract clauses, GPS trackers and insurance tweaks Maltese drivers can use to stop copycat thefts.

EU carbon fees and port redevelopment risk spiking Malta’s supply chain costs and emptying shelves. Learn what residents and businesses can do.

Malta is pressing Brussels for an ‘island clause’ to ease the new EU maritime carbon levy, limit import-price hikes and safeguard port jobs—find out what’s at stake.

Uptake data for Malta’s €25k, five-year licence surrender scheme remain secret, leaving drivers aged 18-30 unsure whether giving up their cars is worth the cash.

A Maltese court jails a 20-year-old for 5 years 8 months after a violent assault left a 3 cm eyebrow scar on the victim. Details of the judgement inside.

Malta Planning Authority’s new Class 25 fast-track permit lets Storm Harry-hit owners rebuild in days. Submit feedback by 4 March to help shape the final rules.

Discover how a dawn motorcycle crash in Għasri, Gozo spurs urgent road-safety upgrades, higher bike-insurance premiums and traffic changes for commuters.

From Friday, the eastbound Msida Creek flyover lane cuts rush-hour trips by 6 mins. Drivers: expect a sharp skatepark curve and unfinished drainage.

A 1.5m void has closed the Tower Road stairs on Sliema promenade, forcing 180m detours. Repairs begin soon; expect dust and noise along Malta’s seafront.

After a 17.6% waste surge to 3.5 M tonnes, Malta will roll out new disposal charges, pay-as-you-throw levies and bin fines. Learn how these changes could hit Maltese household budgets.

Gozo’s Ta’ Ġordan lighthouse road delay has halted climate monitoring, cut sunset tours by 15% and could cost Maltese taxpayers €340,000—find out more.

A 17-year jail term for hiding 15 kg of cocaine on the Pozzallo ferry sees Malta Customs extend car checks, while AML rules make landlords and garages report cash.

After a 35-year-old Rabat woman was injured in a dawn rollover on Malta's Central Link, drivers face lane closures, insurance surcharges and safety upgrades.

Stalled planning reforms in Malta risk late permit revivals and unchecked construction while you fight appeals—learn how Malta homeowners can safeguard their property today.

High winds force Malta Carnival 2024 floats off Valletta streets this Sunday, but dancers, bands and contests continue—check official updates before you go.