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Boxing fans could be in for another major showdown this December, with former world champion Joe Cordina reportedly agreeing terms to face legendary Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao.

Prime Minister Robert Abela has announced “Malta Miegħek” as the theme for the government’s upcoming Budget, placing families, financial stability and future opportunities at the centre of its message.

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With Malta’s Budget just days away, environmental activist Raniero Borg has made an unexpected discovery beneath the waves.

Hundreds of guests and personalities celebrated the launch of Cyana, Hard Rock Hotel Malta’s new Greek restaurant on the 11th floor, with an evening of Aegean flavours and panoramic rooftop views.

The countdown is officially on for Mark Laurence Zammit and Deborah Francalanza, with the couple now exactly one year away from their wedding day.

Malta’s sixth form students are being encouraged to turn their ideas into real businesses as Junior Achievement Malta launches its 2026/27 Company Programme.

Samba rhythms, dazzling costumes and spectacular parades, discover the magic of Rio Carnival on an unforgettable 15-day Brazilian adventure with ROCS Travel in February 2027.

People in Malta who are passionate about protecting the environment have an opportunity to become part of a European-wide movement tackling climate change.

Prime Minister Robert Abela has stressed that Malta’s growing short-term rental sector must not negatively affect the quality of life of people living in residential communities.

Maltese households collectively saved more than €2.5 billion in 2025, as new figures reveal that disposable income and consumer spending both increased over the year.

Finance Minister Clyde Caruana has hinted that Malta’s upcoming Budget will be different from previous years, with a greater focus on tackling long-standing issues rather than simply introducing more financial benefits.

At just 11 years old, Beppe Caruana is preparing to represent Malta at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026 this Saturday, with his song “Blue Bird”.

Malta’s Beverage Container Refund Scheme (BCRS) has officially surpassed 900 million containers collected since its launch, as the government announces new measures aimed at making recycling machines more reliable and accessible.

More than half of the children receiving counselling through The Malta Trust Foundation’s Blossom Project are dealing with difficulties at home, with some as young as four years old.

Eurovision Song Contest 2026 winner DARA is officially in Malta, as preparations ramp up for this weekend’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest.

The seven-spot ladybird, known in Maltese as nannakola tas-seba’ tikki, may be a familiar sight to many, but Malta Ranger Unit says the insect is far less common than it once was.

Plans to build a 13-storey hotel above the historic Palazzina Vincenti in St Julian’s have been deferred rather than rejected, prompting criticism from environmental organisation Flimkien għal Ambjent Aħjar (FAA).

For many Maltese travellers, a London shopping break means Oxford Street, bags in both hands and a hotel somewhere nearby.

Mayors and regional presidents from across Malta and Gozo have met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, in what has been described as a historic first for Maltese local government.

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Malta has welcomed some of the world’s leading chefs and food industry professionals for a major international gastronomy event, marking the first time the prestigious Food on the Edge symposium has been held outside Ireland.

One of Malta’s most iconic hotels has once again earned international recognition, with The Phoenicia Malta being crowned Europe’s Leading Landmark Hotel at the prestigious World Travel Awards for the second consecutive year.

A driver has been jailed for three and a half years over a 2019 Gozo crash which led to the death of a woman who was thrown from his jeep.

A Maltese driver has shared a heartwarming rescue story after discovering a tiny kitten trapped inside his car’s engine compartment while driving, urging motorists to check their vehicles as temperatures begin to drop.

Plans to transform the historic Palazzina Vincenti in St Julian’s into a 13-storey hotel have been deferred by the Planning Authority.

More than 450 MEPs have backed proposals by Maltese MEP Peter Agius aimed at giving young people from Malta and Gozo better access to Erasmus+ opportunities, including measures addressing the higher cost of travelling from islands.

An emotional moment unfolded in Strasbourg as Matthew Caruana Galizia and Corrine Vella watched on while this year’s Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism was accepted at the European Parliament.

Malta’s attractiveness as a destination for foreign investment has continued to improve, with 81% of investors viewing the country positively, according to this year’s EY’s Malta Attractiveness Survey.

Team Yandex claimed their second consecutive BLAST SLAM title as Malta hosted some of the world’s top Dota 2 teams.

Malta’s Junior Eurovision representative Beppe is getting ready for the big night, with newly released rehearsal footage offering fans their first look at how his performance of Blue Bird will come together on stage.

One of Malta’s most significant Modernist buildings could be given a new lease of life as a public cultural space, with the Kamra tal-Periti calling on authorities to strengthen protection for Palazzina Vincenti in St Julian’s.

Malta’s growing hornet problem could pose a danger not only to bees but also to stray cats, prompting discussions on how to better protect animals and the volunteers who care for them.

Pope Leo XIV has been declared cancer-free following surgery to remove part of his right lung, with doctors confirming that he will not need chemotherapy or any other additional treatment.

Patients in Gozo requiring urgent medical treatment can now reach Mater Dei Hospital faster, thanks to a new helipad built directly within the grounds of Gozo General Hospital.

A Swedish MEP has hit out at the way Malta’s rule-of-law debate unfolded in the European Parliament, accusing politicians of using justice to score political points and turning the institution into a “Mickey Mouse Parliament”.

Prime Minister Robert Abela has criticised two Nationalist Party MEPs, accusing them of damaging Malta’s reputation following their interventions in the European Parliament.

Maltese MEPs traded sharp accusations in the European Parliament during a heated debate on Malta’s rule of law, the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia and the state of the country’s institutions.

Two journalists have been recognised by the European Parliament for their 18-month investigation into migrant detention centres in Albania, uncovering concerns over transparency, public spending and human rights under an agreement with Italy.

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Get ready for a night of live music, food and entertainment as Campus Fest takes over the University of Malta this Friday.

Police were called to a family home in Mqabba on Thursday afternoon after reports of a wounded man outside the property.

Malta’s Civil Protection Department has officially inaugurated its renovated headquarters at Ta’ Kandja, following a €1.5 million investment aimed at improving the country’s emergency response capabilities.

A 38-year-old woman was grievously injured in a traffic accident in Mqabba this morning.

Malta must put political differences aside and unite in the fight against drugs, drug trafficking and organised crime, the Malta Council for Economic and Social Development (MCESD) has urged.

A local photographer has captured a striking image of isolated thunderstorms developing over Malta last night, including storm formations identified as supercells.

Django 7X has been crowned the overall winner of the 2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race, securing the prestigious trophy following a demanding 606-nautical-mile journey around Sicily.

Mary Grace Cassar, the woman who was allegedly killed by her son John, will be laid to rest this Friday, 23rd October.

Malta’s government debt increased by €789 million in 2025, reaching €11.41 billion, even as the country’s annual deficit narrowed considerably compared to the previous year.