Politics · National NewsHow Malta Fills Council Seats Without Elections: Six Vacancies This Week
Six Maltese councils fill vacant seats using voter preferences from 2024. No public vote. Nomination deadline June 26. Learn how casual elections work.
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Transportation · National NewsGozo's New Ferry Chief Promises Free Travel, Faster Routes, and Major Fleet Upgrade
Ronald Sultana takes helm of Gozo Channel. Free pedestrian travel, new ships by 2029, and faster routes transform island transport for residents.
Politics · National NewsMalta's Ethics Crisis: How Political Loyalty Trumped Accountability
PM Abela appointed Rosianne Cutajar as Minister despite ethics breaches. The implications for democratic standards and public trust in Malta.
Politics · National News37% of Malta's MPs Weren't Directly Chosen by Voters: Why the Electoral System Needs Reform
37% of Malta's parliament entered through quotas, not votes. Discover why electoral reform is critical for better representation, voter confidence, and your voice.
Culture · National NewsMalta's Lost Gallery Archives: How a Century of Art Vanished Without a Picture
Malta's early 20th-century art exhibitions left no photographs. Discover why hundreds of artists' work vanished and what local archives hold today.
Environment · National NewsMalta's Beach Season Threatens Endangered Turtle Nesting: Here's What You Need to Know
Loggerhead turtles struggle to nest at Armier Bay. Learn how to protect endangered sea turtles and avoid hefty fines while enjoying Malta's beaches.
Economy · National NewsMalta Cuts Young Workers' Taxes to Zero, Boosts Small Business Profits and Infrastructure
Malta's government introduces zero tax on first €30,000 for young workers, 25% corporate tax for SMEs, and €100M infrastructure investment. Full details of 2026 economic reforms.
National News · PoliticsMalta's 65 New Military Recruits Boost Maritime Safety and Border Security
Malta's Armed Forces enlisted 65 new Gunners to strengthen maritime patrols, search-and-rescue capacity, and border security across Mediterranean waters.
National News · PoliticsMalta Court Replaces Prison with Probation for Disabled Sex Offender
Malta appeal court replaces 5-year prison term with probation for sex offender with severe intellectual disabilities. Ruling prioritizes treatment over jail.