Culture · National NewsŻafżifa: Malta's Hard Look at Economic Displacement and Buġibba's Transformation
Maltese film Żafżifa opens May 13 at Embassy, Eden & Citadel cinemas, exploring Buġibba's transformation and lives displaced by economic change.
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Health · National NewsMalta Announces Free Weight-Loss Drug Program for 2,000 Diabetic Patients
Malta's new €5M weight-loss drug program offers free GLP-1 medications to diabetic patients with severe obesity. No out-of-pocket costs, includes dietary support and endocrinology oversight for eligible residents.
National News · TransportationMalta's Notorious Repeat Offender Gets Sentence Cut Days After New Traffic Laws Take Effect
Malta's most notorious repeat traffic offender gets sentence slashed under old laws, just weeks after parliament enacts tougher reforms for drunk driving deaths.
Culture · National NewsAttard's Former Railway Station Master's House Becomes Malta Biennale Art Gallery
Attard's 1903 railway station master's house restored as Axis art gallery, opening for Malta Biennale 2026. Historic railway cottage now showcases contemporary art.
National News · Other NewsLarge Garage Fire Contained in Iklin, No Injuries Reported
Civil Protection Department contained a large garage fire in Iklin Sunday involving six fire stations. No injuries reported in the Triq G. Curmi incident.
Transportation · National NewsTwo Children Seriously Injured in Ħal Far Crash: What It Reveals About Malta's Road Safety Gaps
3 and 5-year-old boys seriously injured in Ħal Far motorcycle-bicycle crash. Investigation reveals enforcement gaps in Malta's child transport laws. Essential info for parents.
Culture · National NewsMalta's Annual Scout and Guide Parade Draws 5,000 Participants
Malta's annual Scout and Guide parade brought 5,000 young people and volunteers to Valletta's streets, showcasing the island's active youth movement.
Economy · National NewsMalta Development Bank Secures €44M in New EU Funding for SMEs and Green Projects
Malta Development Bank secured EU access, unlocking €44M for SMEs, green energy, and affordable housing—how residents and businesses benefit.
National News · EnvironmentManoel Island Padel Courts Halted After 29,000-Strong Petition for Public Park
Planning Authority halts illegal padel courts on Manoel Island after 29,000-strong petition. The fight for Malta's last green space as a public park, not private sports venue.