Politics · National NewsMalta's Record Parliament Falls Short of Constitutional Promise for Women
26 women MPs elected in Malta—a record—but still 5 seats short of the 40% constitutional target. What's blocking parity and what comes next.
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Environment · PoliticsMalta's Recurring Summer Crisis: Why Quick Fixes Matter More Than Mega-Projects
Sewage-contaminated beaches, power cuts, and traffic gridlock plague Malta every summer. Learn why residents need quick fixes now, not decade-long projects.
Politics · National NewsMalta's Parliament Reaches Record Female Numbers as Gender Quota Adds 12 Women
Malta's Parliament expands to 79 seats as gender mechanism adds 12 women MPs, bringing female representation to 26—the highest ever but still short of 40% target.
Politics · National NewsPN Leader Alex Borg Faces Mandatory Confidence Vote After Narrowing Labour Gap
Nationalist Party holds mandatory leadership vote June 20 after narrowing gap with Labour. Alex Borg seeks confirmation as PN leader. What's at stake for Malta's opposition.
Environment · PoliticsKalkara's 7,000-Year-Old Cart Ruts Face Development After PA Rezoning
PA approves 27 apartments on Kalkara's 7,000-year-old cart ruts site after controversial rezoning. How Malta's planning system handles protected heritage sites.
National News · PoliticsMalta's Overpopulation Crisis: Housing Costs Soar, Traffic Gridlock Worsens, and Services Break Down
Malta's population density surges to 1,817 per km². Housing costs up 175%, traffic costs €770M yearly. Here's what residents need to know.
National News · PoliticsMalta's Justice System Failed Bernice Cassar: New Reforms Aim to Protect Future Victims
Malta introduces electronic tagging and faster hearings after femicide victim Bernice Cassar's death exposed systemic judicial delays. Key reforms explained.
Economy · PoliticsMalta Gains Priority Access to EU Funding for Housing, Energy, and Blue Economy Under New Island Strategy
Malta gains priority access to EU funding for housing, energy & blue economy under new 2026 island strategies. What residents should know about these changes.
Tourism · PoliticsMosta Residents Win Victory on Guesthouse: Rooftop Bar Rejected by Planning Commission
Mosta residents secure planning win as Commission orders guesthouse redesign, scrapping rooftop bar amid noise concerns in Urban Conservation Area.