The Maltese football community is mourning the loss of Antonio P. Briguglio, a highly respected former international referee who leaves behind an enduring legacy in the sport. Beginning his career in 1961, Briguglio quickly rose through the ranks to become one of the island's most prominent officials, characterized by his professionalism and deep knowledge
The Aquatic Sports Association has said that there is no prima facie evidence of any match fixing or coordinated illegal activity that would require criminal investigation, after a report stated that several water polo players were caught placing bets on matches. The Times of Malta reported on Monday that up to 15 local players and officials could
The Environmental Health Directorate has urged people not to swim in the area off Dawret il-Qalb Imqaddsa, Birżebbuġa, because of a sewage outflow traced to private residences in Triq it-Tankijiet. An abatement notice has been issued and legal action has been initiated against the owner. At this stage, the duration of the contamination cannot be calculated,
Priests and religious of Malta gathered for an in-service course at the Archbishop’s Seminary in Rabat from May 25 to 27, where they reflected on communion in preparation for the implementation phase of the pastoral plan of the Maltese archdiocese, which was issued on Pentecost. The theme was chosen in view of the challenges the diocese is facing,
The Monin Cup 2026 Malta Edition was held on May 27 at AX ODYCY. Highlighting the skill, creativity and innovation emerging from Malta’s new generation of bartenders, the event was hosted by Farsons Beverage Imports Company Ltd in collaboration with Monin. Fourteen participants competed in this year’s edition, highlighting the increasing level of expertise
The Ministry for Health, together with the Cancer Care Pathways Directorate within the Office of the Chief Medical Officer, commemorated National Cancer Survivors Day through a national conference held at the Aula Magna, Valletta Campus of the University of Malta. “This is a celebration of life that is observed not only in our country but around the
A 36-year-old Nepalese man has been reported missing to the police in Gozo. Police said that Prashuram K.C. was last known to be in the area of San Lawrenz and is currently being searched for by authorities. An appeal shared by the police urged anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact the police, even confidentially, through Police
A 36-year-old Nepalese man, Prashuram K C, has been reported missing. He was last seen in the area of San Lawrenz, Gozo, the police said. Anyone having information should contact the police on 21 224001 / 119 or call at the nearest police station.
Casual elections for the PN MP’s will be held across seven electoral divisions to fill vacant seats in Malta’s House of Representatives, the Electoral Commission has announced. The elections were called after Stephen Spiteri, Mark Anthony Sammut, Conrad Borg Manché, Adrian Delia, Rebekah Borg, Joseph Giglio and Alex Borg ceded their seats in the Third,
A volunteer diver had a rare encounter with a great white shark in the Mediterranean Sea last month, as researchers warn the species may be edging towards extinction in the region. Derk Remmers was diving for the NGO Healthy Seas when he came face to face with what is believed to be a great white shark between Tunisia and Sicily. “The shark was pretty
A 38-year-old man was fined €7,323 on Monday after he pleaded guilty to driving without a licence and breaching bail conditions. Matthew Zarb was stopped at a police roadblock in Birkirkara in the early hours of Monday when officers noticed that his car was being driven without lights. The officers recognised Zarb, who was out on bail. He told them
A Birżebbuġa resident has slammed the police for failing to act after a man was caught on CCTV defecating and urinating in the entrance to his apartment block on Saturday morning. Footage of the incident shared to social media shows the man walking into the entrance of a residential block before pulling down his trousers and underwear and defecating
The Electoral Commission has announced the opening of nominations for a series of casual elections to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives across five electoral districts following the ceding of seats by elected Members of Parliament. In a statement on Monday, the Electoral Commission said that casual elections for the seats vacated by Nationalist
A photograph showing a man sitting on the edge of the rooftop structure of the Q2 residential block at Tigné Point has renewed concerns about security and antisocial behaviour in one of Malta’s most exclusive residential developments. The image, taken from a distance, shows an individual perched on the edge of a cantilevered rooftop section several
MGRM has strongly condemned comments made by PN MP Conrad Borg Manché during a recent interview published by MaltaToday . In a detailed statement shared online, MGRM said Borg Manché’s remarks “betray a fundamental misunderstanding of why Pride exists,” insisting that “Pride is, and must always remain, fundamentally political.” The organisation rejected
The casual election to fill parliamentary seats vacated by Nationalist MPs elected from two districts will be held on Tuesday, June 16, the Electoral Commission said. Seats have been vacated by Stephen Spiteri (third district), Mark Anthony Sammut (10th), Conrad Borg Manche’ (fifth), Adrian Delia (seventh), Rebekah Borg (seventh), Joe Giglio (tenth)
Żejtune, the latest feature film by Maltese filmmaker Alex Camilleri, celebrated its North American Premiere on Saturday at the Tribeca Film Festival in Manhattan, where it is competing in the festival's International Competition. Director Alex Camilleri, producers Oliver Mallia and Ramin Bahrani, lead actress Michela Farrugia and actor Nenu Borg were
Żejtune celebrated its North American premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival in New York City on Saturday. The latest feature by Maltese filmmaker Alex Camilleri is currently competing in Tribeca’s International Competition, one of the festival’s most prestigious sections. Director Alex Camilleri, producers Oliver Mallia and Ramin Bahrani,
The second edition of the 10km L‑Istrina Palace Run, in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund, will take place on June 14. This year’s route will take participants on a 10‑kilometre run from San Anton Palace to the President’s Palace in Valletta. Details of the event were announced during a press conference held by President Myriam Spiteri Debono.
Matthew Camilleri is set to take on a 50-kilometre walk across Malta and Gozo in support of Richmond Foundation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta) The challenge, titled Il-Mixja, will see him walk from Birżebbuġa to Għarb on 13th June, covering two islands over an estimated 10 hours. Camilleri announced the initiative