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Health · National NewsMalta bans beach smoking from Jan 2026 with €150 instant fines at Golden Bay and Ramla l-Ħamra. Over 413 indoor violations in 2025. Free cessation support available.
Tourism · EconomyMalta welcomes 4M visitors in 2025 with Q4 surge. What the 14.3% jump means for resident jobs, housing costs, and local services on the islands.
Transportation · National NewsNorthbound Sta Venera tunnel closed after car-motorcycle crash. Use Marsa Junction or Hamrun routes. No reopening timeline yet—check alternatives before traveling.
Politics · EnvironmentPadel courts being built without permits on Manoel Island ahead of government takeover. Residents demand transparency on development plans for Malta's future public park.
Tourism · HealthA swimmer rescued at Delimara raises questions about Malta's seasonal lifeguard coverage. What residents need to know about coastal safety and swimming precautions.
Culture · TourismRenowned Maltese artist Anthony Lucian Cauchi's romantic seascapes and ceramics fill Palazzo Ferreria, Valletta through March 2026. Don't miss this major exhibition.
Culture · PoliticsEvarist 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 · EnvironmentMalta 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.
Politics · National NewsMalta's Family Court gets binding custody timelines and enforcement teeth. Plus: PN proposes 1 year paid parental leave. What changes mean for families.