Environment · PoliticsTwo 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.
6 March 2026
Environment · PoliticsGozo has no environmental police unit. Just 39 fines vs Malta's 1,385 in 2025. Groups demand dedicated enforcement for illegal construction and trapping.
6 March 2026
Environment · PoliticsFloating entertainment venue Noma Island licensed for Comino's protected waters. 350-guest platform sparks environmental concerns for Malta's marine ecosystem.
6 March 2026
Culture · PoliticsJoseph Portelli demolished Balzan's historic Macaroni Premier factory before final permit amendment approval. Another Malta landmark lost despite heritage value and resident objections.
6 March 2026
National News · PoliticsBirkirkara school assistant head receives probation after admitting to stealing €300 from colleagues' handbags. Case exposes security gaps in school systems.
6 March 2026
Politics · EnvironmentSliema and Mellieħa mayors oppose floating 350-guest venue. Environmental risks, noise concerns, and coastal impact explained for Malta residents.
5 March 2026
Economy · PoliticsEU plans to merge European Social Fund into national programs threaten Malta's €99.3B employment support. MEP David Casa leads fight for independence.
5 March 2026
National News · PoliticsColombian woman sentenced to 11 months in jail for slapping Malta police sergeant in Paceville. Body camera evidence, criminal charges, and immigration consequences for residents.
5 March 2026