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Are Teens Being Targeted by Cosmetic Giants? As teenagers stroll through Valletta’s bustling streets, clutching shopping bags filled with the latest beauty products, it’s easy to overlook the implications of their purchases. Recent investigations in Italy have sparked a discussion about the ethics of marketing cosmetics to minors, specifically focusing on major brands like Sephora…

A Routine Check Turns Into a Major Drug Bust On a quiet Tuesday evening in Valletta, the historic streets were bustling with tourists, unaware of the drama unfolding just a few blocks away. The police had set up a routine check when they stopped a 37-year-old man from Birkirkara, leading to a discovery that would…

The Arrest That Shook a Local Community On a sunny afternoon in Paceville, a bustling hotspot for nightlife, a man was apprehended with 6 grams of cocaine. The arrest, which took place outside one of the popular clubs on Triq San Miguel, has raised eyebrows in a community that often grapples with the darker sides…

Are Minors the New Target in Beauty Marketing? Imagine walking down the bustling streets of Valletta, where the aroma of pastizzi fills the air and vibrant shopfronts beckon with their colourful displays. Among them, the chic allure of Sephora stands out, its sleek windows showcasing the latest in beauty. But how far should these brands…

A Routine Stop Turns into a Major Drug Bust On a sunny afternoon in St. Julian’s, a seemingly ordinary traffic stop spiraled into a significant drug-related incident. A 31-year-old man was apprehended by local police after he was found in possession of 6 grams of cocaine, leading to charges of intent to sell. This incident…

Do Young Faces Need Makeup? Italy’s Investigation into Sephora and LVMH Picture this: a bustling shopping avenue in Valletta, where the vibrant mix of history and modernity comes alive. Parents stroll with their children, some peeking into chic boutiques, while teens giggle and eye the latest fashion trends. But what if those same teens were…

Caught in the Act: A Drug Bust on the Streets of Valletta On the bustling streets of Valletta, just a stone’s throw from the majestic St. John’s Co-Cathedral, a 29-year-old man found himself in a precarious situation. Officers from the Drug Squad apprehended him while he was allegedly attempting to sell six grams of cocaine….

A Local Encounter with the Law Last week, a routine patrol on the bustling streets of St. Julian’s took a sharp turn when officers discovered a 25-year-old man with 6 grams of cocaine. This incident, which unfolded near the busy nightlife district, raises questions about the ongoing challenges of drug use and trafficking in Malta—a…

A Controversial Decision Unraveled Last week, the news broke that a permit allowing the uprooting of over 700 trees on Comino was revoked. For many, this was not just another bureaucratic twist; it was a sigh of relief echoing across the island. The permit, initially issued in the shadows, sparked outrage among environmentalists and locals…

Trump’s Deadline and Regional Tensions The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow passage that sees a staggering 20% of the world’s oil trade, has once again become the focus of international attention. Recently, former President Donald Trump issued remarks that have stirred the waters, pushing for a deadline that could reshape the dynamics in this critical…

The Reversal of a Controversial Decision Imagine standing on the serene shores of Comino, surrounded by the vibrant greens of over 700 trees that have stood sentinel over the island’s natural beauty. What if overnight, a secretive permit allowed their uprooting? This was the alarming prospect that faced Malta’s smallest inhabited island when news broke…