A "major" fire broke out at two factories in Birżebbuġa on Friday evening with a thick black plume seen billowing across the sky from a certain distance over the South of Malta. A source close to the Civil Protection Department said there were "a lot of plastic materials" and gas cylinders on site making it a "dangerous" situation. Emergency services
Construction projects will be suspended for up to 10 months while planning appeals are being decided, according to a government bill presented in parliament. The current appeals system has long generated controversy for allowing construction to proceed while appeals are pending. This frequently led to absurd situations in which developments were ruled
NGO Moviment Graffitti has slammed two government Bills tabled on Friday as a sweeping assault on Malta’s planning system, accusing the authorities of bypassing public consultation, dismantling legal safeguards, and handing unprecedented power to developers. In a statement, Graffitti said the two Bills represent “a developer’s wish list” and “dismantling
Four Maltese police officers are spending the summer in the Black Sea, taking part in a Frontex maritime operation off the coast of Romania. A sergeant and three constables are stationed there between July 9 and October 1, joining officers from Portugal, Italy, Greece, Latvia, and Romania. This marks the first time Maltese police officers are participating
Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government Owen Bonnici, together with Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment Byron Camilleri, have launched a new financial aid scheme aimed at supporting voluntary organisations. This scheme provides monetary assistance specifically to help cover security and public order services for events organised
A growing international consumer movement known as Stop Killing Games is gaining traction across Europe, including Malta, where more than 2,000 people have signed in support of the campaign. The initiative is challenging the legality of video game publishers rendering games unplayable after ending official support, despite having sold them as goods
The Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe on Friday rapped the Nationalist Party for blocking rival media access to the leadership contenders, and vice versa, calling on political leaders to “demonstrate commitment to public information and media access”. In a letter addressed to ONE News editor Joseph Caruana, the OSCE representative
Elaine Mifsud’s highly anticipated first solo exhibition, Realms Of Colour, will be showcased at Gemelli Art Gallery, Ta’ Qali, from 12th to 24th September. Curated by renowned artist Fabio Borg, the exhibition presents a captivating body of work that transports viewers into vibrant, dreamlike dimensions shaped by emotion and imagination. In Realms
You might think you know Malta, small island, sunny skies, old temples, but there are loads of things that are secretly Maltese. From fluffy dogs to fizzy drinks and even famous film sets, these 23 things will surprise you. And number 18? Total mind-blower! 1. The Maltese Dog That tiny white lapdog with silky fur? Yep, the Maltese dog is named after
You might think you know Malta, small island, sunny skies, old temples, but there are loads of things that are secretly Maltese. From fluffy dogs to fizzy drinks and even famous film sets, these 23 things will surprise you. And number 18? Total mind-blower! 1. The Maltese Dog That tiny white lapdog with silky fur? Yep, the Maltese dog is named after
You can play legally at all kinds of online casinos in Malta – from those with huge welcome bonuses for newbies to sites for high rollers. It comes down to MGA-licensed operators that specialize in live dealer games and those that offer the largest catalogs of video slots. Overall, you can find plenty of Malta online casinos for every style and taste
The Nationalist Party has raised concern over the rising national debt. "Another month has passed, and once again, the National Statistics Office (NSO) has confirmed that Malta's public debt has continued to spiral. The same data also reveals a sharp increase in the government's financial deficit compared to the same period last year," the party said
Italian gastronomy took centre stage in Malta earlier this month during a trade event and awards ceremony highlighting its candidacy for UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list. Valued at €70 billion, Italy’s gastronomy sector represents more than 10 per cent of total Made in Italy exports. Speaking at the event, Italian Trade Agency president Matteo
A €600,000 investment has been announced to support voluntary organisations in organising public events across Maltese and Gozitan communities. The financial assistance scheme was launched by Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government Owen Bonnici and Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment Byron Camilleri. The scheme will run over
Neville Gafà claimed that the Nationalist Party “can’t stand that he’s back” after it was reported that he is volunteering to help Labour get out the vote in Gozo. “Let’s be honest — the Nationalist Party can’t stand the fact that I’m back assisting Labour directly on the ground,” Gafà wrote on his blog . “They know what it means. They’ve seen it before
A dilapidated battery above an area where a 22-year-old woman was killed by falling rocks is still in a dangerous state a year after her death, according to an activist who had highlighted the risk before the accident. Mirabelle Falzon died on July 19, 2024, when she was hit by falling rocks while swimming at a popular spot in an area known as Munxar,
This tiny island is full of sunshine, history and surprises – but did you know that some of Malta’s numbers are so weird they’ll make your eyebrows fly off? Get ready for Malta by the Numbers, where the facts are real and the stats are seriously wild! 1. There are more cars than people! Yep, you read that right. Malta has around 434,000 people – but
In the gaming sector, loyalty programs have evolved from simple reward systems into sophisticated tools that foster long-term relationships with players. The introduction of a unified loyalty system allows players to enjoy a seamless experience across different platforms, whether they are playing at a physical casino or online. This approach meets
The Malta Beach Soccer National Team just recorded its first ever win in the Euro Beach Soccer League earlier today. The team made history after the beat Norway 3-2 in a Division B match played at Castellammare di Stabia. Lee Joe Schembri and Daryl Micallef scored the winning goals, with Malta now set to face Romania on the 26th of July. Congratulations
The Airline Pilots’ Association (ALPA) has denied telling its members not to use KM Malta Airlines’ new fuel efficiency software, after the airline accused the union of breaching employment conditions and threatened legal action. According to the Times of Malta, in an internal email sent Friday morning, KM Malta executive chairman David Curmi informed