Gżira Balcony Fall: Man in Critical Condition After Three-Storey Plunge Emergency services rushed to a Gżira apartment block on Saturday evening, following reports of a man falling from a third-floor balcony. The incident, which occurred around 8 PM, has left the victim in critical condition at Mater Dei Hospital. Residents Shocked by Late-Night Horror Neighbours…
MEP David Casa: Future PN Government’s Gaming Tax Veto Imagine this: you’re strolling down Republic Street, Malta’s bustling commercial hub, and you overhear a group of locals discussing the latest political buzz. The conversation turns to the EU’s proposed online gaming tax reform, and one name keeps cropping up – MEP David Casa. He’s made…
Abela’s Praise: Malta Tops EU Growth Forecast Standing before the grand facade of the Auberge de Castille, Prime Minister Robert Abela beamed with pride as he announced, “Malta is the best in class.” His words echoed through the historic streets of Valletta, carrying a sense of accomplishment that resonated with the island nation. EU’s Growth…
Żabbar’s Cultural Coup: Council Steps In to Save Hompesch Theatre Imagine the Hompesch Theatre, a grand old dame of Żabbar, standing silent and forlorn, her once vibrant stage now a dusty echo chamber. This was the grim reality facing one of Malta’s most historic theatres until Żabbar Local Council stepped in to save it from…
Case Dismissed: DJ Back on the Decks at Gianpula’s In the heart of Rabat, the usually bustling streets around Gianpula’s nightclub have been a little quieter these past months. The reason? The high-profile case involving DJ Mark Zammit, a regular at the popular club, had cast a shadow over the local nightlife scene. But last…
Delia’s Math Challenge: “Where’s Your Calculator?” In the heart of Malta’s Parliament building, a scene unfolded that had more in common with a math classroom than a political forum. Opposition Leader Bernard Grech challenged Finance Minister Clyde Caruana to provide a breakdown of government costs, to which Caruana retorted, “Where’s your calculator?” This exchange, captured…
Delia’s Math Challenge: “Where’s Your Calculator?” In the cutthroat world of Maltese politics, a simple question can sometimes pack a punch. On Tuesday, Opposition Leader Bernard Grech found himself on the receiving end of such a query. “Where’s your calculator?” quipped Finance Minister Clyde Caruana, as the two faced off in Parliament. The Budget Backdrop…
Five Talking Points from Abela and Borg’s Xtra Debate Malta’s political scene was abuzz last night as Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition Leader Bernard Grech faced off in the first of their pre-election debates, hosted by Xtra. The atmosphere at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta was charged, with both leaders eager to make…
Why Gozo’s Historical scene Must Be Protected Imagine standing atop Ġgantija Temples, the sun dipping below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the ancient megalithic structures. This view, this history, is what makes Gozo unique. But it’s under threat. Let’s explore why protecting Gozo’s historical scene is not just important, but urgent. Uncovering Gozo’s…
Justice Served a Decade Later: Air France, Airbus Found Guilty in 2009 Crash In the heart of Paris, a courtroom fell silent as the judge uttered the words, “Guilty of involuntary manslaughter.” The verdict, a decade in the making, brought a somber closure to the families of the 228 victims who perished in the 2009…
Nurses’ Warning: Mount Carmel’s Refurbished Garden Poses Patient Safety Risks Picture this: A patient, frail and disoriented, wanders away from their bed at Mount Carmel Hospital, drawn towards the newly refurbished garden. The sun is shining, the scent of Mediterranean herbs fills the air, but the garden’s beauty belies a dangerous reality. This is the…
Air France 447: Justice Served a Decade Later In the quiet Maltese town of Mellieħa, the sun sets over the Mediterranean, casting a golden glow over the bay. Little does the peaceful scene hint at the storm that brewed 12 years ago, 35,000 feet above this very sea. Today, justice has finally been served for…
