Economy · PoliticsMalta's Maritime Jobs Boom: Free Training Stipends and Simpler Business Rules Ahead
PN proposes €1.3B maritime growth plan with student stipends, streamlined regulations, and 20,000+ jobs. What it means for your future in Malta.
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National News · PoliticsCourt Upholds 8-Year Sentence for Shop Worker Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse
Court of Appeal upholds 8-year prison sentence for man convicted of sexually abusing 10-year-old at Mosta shop. Final ruling addresses retail safeguarding gaps in Malta.
Politics · National NewsADPD and Momentum Form Alliance to Challenge Malta's Two-Party System
ADPD-Momentum alliance offers Malta voters third option with construction moratorium, mandatory government transparency, housing reform for May 30 ballot.
Transportation · TourismNew Sliema-Gozo Ferry Launches May 5: Cheaper Commutes, Faster Tourism Access
New fast ferry connects Sliema to Gozo from May 5. Gozitans pay €2.25, tourists €8.50. 75-minute journey transforms inter-island travel for Malta.
Politics · TransportationGozo Commuters to Save Hundreds on Ferry Fares Under Labour's New Plan
Labour promises free Gozo ferry for pedestrians if re-elected in 2026—but only if you leave your car behind. Plus €150 extra fast ferry support.
Politics · National NewsDoctor Turned Politician Franco Mercieca Enters Election Race Amid Ethics Questions
Eye surgeon Franco Mercieca announces 2026 comeback bid for Malta's 12th District, 12 years after resigning over conflict-of-interest rules.
Culture · TourismWalk Through Malta's WWII History: Free Military Mtarfa Event May 17
Explore Malta's wartime past at Military Mtarfa on May 17. Free access to historic cemetery, field kitchen, restored vehicles, and hands-on learning with volunteer historians.
Health · TechMalta Company Develops Breakthrough Blood Test for Early Cancer Detection
Maltese firm Omnigene advances breakthrough blood test for early cancer detection. Validation underway for technology analyzing tumour vesicles from tiny samples.
Environment · CultureValletta Green Festival 2026: 11-Day Floral Corridor From City Gate to Parliament
Valletta's 11-day Green Festival 2026 runs April 30-May 10. Free family workshops, eco market, and 80,000 plants transform City Gate to Parliament. No tickets.