Malta is officially through to the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final. After weeks of anticipation and months of promotion across Europe and Australia, AIDAN delivered an explosive performance of Bella during tonight’s second semi final in Vienna and successfully secured Malta a place in Saturday’s final. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin
Malta has made it through to the Eurovision final after Aidan dazzled with his cinematic jazzy ballad Bella during Thursday’s semi-final. After his performance, BBC commentors Angela Scanlon and Rylan remarked that Aidan was "giving Bond" vibes. "Maybe Aidan is the new James Bond," Scanlon quipped as a small but lively group of Maltese fans waved the
Opposition leader Alex Borg said a Nationalist government would set up a joint police and army task force to tackle irregular migration, drug trafficking and human trafficking. Addressing a political activity in Paola on Thursday evening, the Nationalist Party leader said the task force would be given the resources and intelligence needed to keep Malta’s
Residents in Naxxar raised safety concerns on Thursday evening after foundations and compacted earth beneath a major construction site reportedly shifted, sparking fears that parts of the development could collapse. Times of Malta reported that police were called to the site at the corner of Triq il-Milizzja and Triq is-Seneskalk as investigations
It’s that time of the year again because Love Island Malta is officially returning to our screens in just a few days. The Season 4 islanders were revealed yesterday and they already look ready to bring the drama, flirting and chaos straight into the villa. From huge personalities to messy dating stories and iconic one liners, this year’s lineup is
Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg told supporters that Malta's future will be shaped by its citizens, as he addressed a party activity in Paola alongside fourth district candidates. "You are the protagonists of our country's future. You are the people who will determine the future of our country," Borg said during a political activity on Thursday
Robert Abela will present the Labour Party's manifesto to party delegates on Friday, the PL leader announced on Thursday. Speaking at a Labour Party event in Żebbuġ, he said the PL manifesto was "innovative" because of its focus on well-being through an index. First revealed early on in the campaign, the PL's wellbeing index will be built on 10 "dimensions",
Prime Minister Robert Abela announced a new grant scheme for parents with three children or more, with a new Labour government pledging €5,000 towards the purchase of a larger vehicle and up to €12,000 if the vehicle is electric. During a political rally in Żebbuġ on Thursday evening, Abela said that in a bid to assist larger families who face additional
People who continue working after turning 61 will be given given an additional €500 per year until they retire at 65, a newly proposed PL measure states. Announced moments ago, the measure would see this section of the population being given a total benefit of €2,000 over the course of their last four year of working. This, the PL clarified, would
The Labour Party has announced a proposal aimed at encouraging more sustainable construction projects in Malta. Under the measure, people planning to construct energy-efficient and sustainable buildings would receive a full refund on planning application fees under a future Labour Government. According to the Labour Party, the initiative is intended
The Labour Party has announced a new proposal aimed at supporting larger families with the cost of purchasing bigger vehicles. Under the measure, parents with three children or more would receive a €5,000 grant towards the purchase of a larger vehicle under a future Labour Government. The proposal also includes a larger €12,000 grant for families purchasing
Residents in Naxxar have raised alarm over the safety of a construction site after the foundations beneath a multi-storey development “suddenly gave way” on Thursday evening. Photos and video sent to Times of Malta show foundations and compacted earth beneath the development shifting, prompting fears among nearby residents that the building could collapse
The Nationalist Party accused the Labour Party of running a "campaign of darkness" and resorting to negativity after the PN announced new measures for first-time buyers and separated persons, with the PN saying Labour had "run out of ideas", a party statement said. The party was reacting after it announced proposals aimed at giving "A Fresh Start"
Transport Malta’s new national traffic control centre will begin using AI and live road data “within months” to help guide decisions on traffic management and infrastructure. The centre, which is currently undergoing upgrades before it becomes fully operational, will serve as the technological hub for monitoring and managing transport across Malta
The Food Safety and Security Authority has warned consumers not to eat dried apricots by the brand Garmello due to undeclared presence of sulphites. In a statement on Thursday, the authority said the product should not be consumed by anyone who is allergic or intolerant to sulphites since it contains sulphur dioxide “which is undeclared”. The dried
Seven boatmen have filed a judicial protest against Transport Malta and the Ministry for Transport, alleging an unregistered group claiming to represent the sector is acting as an illegal "regulator" with the authorities' blessing. The protest, filed on Thursday, claims the traditional barklori sector is being "hijacked" by an entity known as "Għaqda
Parliamentary Secretary responsible for cleansing, Glenn Bedingfield, is refusing to give details about the hundreds of workers employed with the government’s Cleansing and Maintenance Division (CMD), insisting that the information requested by The Shift is “sensitive”. Bedingfield also refused to provide details on contracts and direct orders issued
DISCLAIMER: This article contains graphic details that some readers might find disturbing A court heard horrific details of a gang rape involving five men, two of which were minors. The accused are Hussen Haj Hebbo, 18, a Syrian national residing in Żejtun and employed in construction; Mohamad Alrmo Hamdo, 18, unemployed; Redwan Alhaj Hamo Albashar
Prime Minister Robert Abela reflected on the impact that voluntary organisations, particularly Inspire Malta, have on the community. “Visited Inspire Malta ahead of today’s announcements. Our country’s voluntary organisations not only do great work for society, but also help preserve the identity of our country. We have done a lot within this sector,
Calvin Klein proudly celebrated the reopening of its Mercury store on May 2, unveiling a refreshed retail concept designed to deliver an elevated and immersive shopping experience for customers. The new store reflects the brand’s signature minimalist aesthetic while introducing a modern environment that combines fashion, comfort, and innovation. The