National News · PoliticsLuqa Drug Arrest: Court Grants Bail Despite 120g Heroin Seizure
49-year-old granted bail after 120g heroin seized in Luqa. Police found €19,000 cash at Għaxaq and Tarxien homes. Details on charges and court conditions.
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Politics · National NewsMalta's Prison Security Crisis: Inmate Internet Access and Lawyer Surveillance Expose System Failures
Life prisoner found with internet-connected laptop at Corradino prison. Lawyers' confidential meetings allegedly recorded. Major security breaches raise justice concerns.
Environment · PoliticsMalta's Climate Ranking Paradox: How Aircraft Registry Skews EU Emissions Data
Malta ranks worst in EU climate data due to aircraft registered here but flying globally. Why the 169% emissions spike doesn't reflect local reality.
Immigration · PoliticsEU's New Migration Pact Ignores Root Causes—What That Means for Malta
EU's 2026 Migration Pact focuses on borders, but experts warn conflict, climate, and aid cuts drive arrivals. What Malta residents need to know about the impact.
Politics · National NewsTania Flats Investigation Concludes: Developers May Face Fines and Criminal Charges
BCA completes Tania Flats Paceville collapse investigation. Developers, contractors may face €50,000 fines, criminal charges. Key findings for Malta residents.
Culture · PoliticsMalta Approves Residential Tower Next to 400-Year-Old Church Ruins, Heritage Experts Sound Alarm
Planning Authority approved 17.5m residential buildings beside Grade 1 protected Siġġiewi church ruins. Heritage experts warn of permanent damage to site.
Economy · PoliticsEU-US Tariff Deal Passes Final Test: What Malta Importers Need to Know Before 2026
EU ratifies US tariff deal ahead of Trump deadline. Malta importers face mixed impact: relief on cars, but steel tariffs remain at 50%. What changes for your business.
Politics · EconomyMalta Navigates US-Iran Peace Deal and Mediterranean Tanker Crisis as Twin Maritime Challenges
Malta pushes for Gulf peace deal and EU crackdown on risky Russian tankers in Mediterranean. What diplomatic moves mean for island's shipping-dependent economy.
Environment · PoliticsMalta's Construction Boom Forces Sweeping Regulatory Reforms
Malta faces construction surge with 40% more permits approved. New waste recycling rules and building pauses take effect by 2028. How reforms aim to restore quality of life.