All the latest news from The Malta Post — politics, economy, culture and more.
Health · PoliticsMalta's proposed advance directive law would let adults refuse CPR and artificial feeding. Parliamentary debate starts March 2026. Essential info for residents.
Culture · TourismDiscover how Gaulitana turned Gozo into a world-class opera destination. EFFE-certified festival with free events. Il Trovatore headlines 2026 edition.
Environment · National NewsFirst sperm whale stranding in 30 years signals conservation crisis. Learn why Mediterranean populations are critically endangered and what residents should know about safety risks.
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.