Politics · EconomyMalta Spent €390K Advertising Its Budget—With No Data on Whether It Worked
Malta's government spent €390K promoting its 2026 budget, a 39% increase from 2025, but published no metrics on campaign effectiveness or public reach.
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Economy · PoliticsEU Urges Malta to Cut Energy Taxes as Oil Prices Surge
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen urges Malta to cut electricity taxes as oil prices rise following Hormuz tensions. PM Abela pledges to maintain subsidies instead. What it means for your bills.
Politics · EconomyMalta's University Professors Secure Major Pay Deal After Months of Exam Result Standoff
Malta University academics approve new collective agreement raising professor salaries to €124,000. Student exam results finally released after months-long dispute.
Health · PoliticsMalta to Debate Living Will Law Giving Residents Control Over End-of-Life Care
Malta's proposed advance directive law would let adults refuse CPR and artificial feeding. Parliamentary debate starts March 2026. Essential info for residents.
Immigration · PoliticsEU's New Return Hubs for Rejected Asylum Seekers: What Malta Residents Need to Know
EU Parliament preliminarily backs return hubs outside EU borders for rejected asylum seekers. What Malta's participation means for residents and migration policy starting June 2026.
Economy · PoliticsMalta Locks in Energy Prices Until 2027: Your Bills Stay Fixed Despite Global Crisis
Malta guarantees stable electricity, gas and fuel prices through 2027 despite Middle East conflict. Save €600 yearly vs EU average. Cross-party support confirmed.
Politics · EnvironmentMystery Padel Courts Rise on Manoel Island as Malta Races to Reclaim Public Park
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.
Culture · PoliticsMalta's History From Below: Why This Book Puts Ordinary People First
Evarist Bartolo's history book challenges Malta's official narratives with 80 fragments exploring ordinary lives. Discover history from below reshaping how residents understand national identity today.
Politics · EnvironmentManoel Island Transforms from Developer Limbo into Public Park as Malta Races March 2026 Deadline
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.