29 March 2026
Ukraine Steps Up Strikes on Russian Baltic Infrastructure
Russia reports a fire at a major Baltic port following what it claims was a Ukrainian strike, continuing Ukraine's intensified campaign of retaliatory attacks on Russian infrastructure.
Motorist hospitalised after car ends up in Black Valley field
A motorist has been hospitalised after their car left the road and ended up in a field in the Black Valley area. The cause of the crash and the driver's condition remain unknown as authorities investigate.
Sabalenka Completes 'Sunshine Double' with Second Straight Miami Open Title Over Gauff
Aryna Sabalenka captured her second straight Miami Open title with a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 victory over Coco Gauff on Saturday, completing the prestigious 'Sunshine Double' by winning both Indian Wells and Miami. The triumph makes Sabalenka only the fifth woman to achieve this feat, joining an elite group of tennis legends. Despite Gauff's previous dominance in hardcourt finals and a history of competitive head-to-head matchups, the world number one's commanding performance proved decisive.
Ignore our celebrations, we respect Bosnian team, says Italy's Dimarco
Italy's Federico Dimarco has clarified that his teammates meant no disrespect to Bosnia and Herzegovina after being caught celebrating their penalty shootout victory over Wales. The wing-back insists Italy have full respect for their opponents ahead of Tuesday's crucial World Cup qualifier in Zenica, while acknowledging the controversy has added extra motivation for the Bosnian team.
Empty Timelines: How Malta's Politicians Use 'Coming Days' to Avoid Real Deadlines
Malta's politicians from both government and opposition use vague 'coming days' and 'coming weeks' timelines to announce policies without real accountability. An analysis of recent pledges — from mass transport plans to hospital expansions — reveals a shared structural weakness that makes it impossible to verify whether promises are kept.
Malta's Wealth Per Capita Now Matches Sweden, PM Abela Claims
PM Robert Abela claims Malta now matches Sweden in national wealth per person, highlighting economic progress. The announcement came alongside news of plans to electrify Gozo's bus fleet, reflecting the government's dual focus on prosperity and green transport.
GO's €25 Million Cable Investment Puts Malta on the Global Digital Map
GO's €25 million PEACE cable investment has fundamentally reshaped Malta's digital connectivity, providing an independent route to France and Europe that bypasses traditional Italy-based connections. The new subsystem makes GO the only Maltese operator with three submarine cables, significantly improving performance for financial services and gaming while strengthening the island's resilience as a global digital hub.
Richard E. Grant Brings Hollywood to Malta for New Documentary Series
Hollywood comes to Malta as award-winning actor Richard E. Grant films a new documentary series on the islands. The British performer is capturing our landscape, history, and iconic landmarks for his upcoming project.
Local Runner's Epic Journey: Zach Vella Powers Through First Week of 2,700km London-to-Malta Challenge
Ultra-endurance runner Zach Vella has covered 356km in the first week of his 2,700km "Miles from Home" challenge from London to Malta, aiming to raise €120,000 for YMCA Malta's homeless services. Expected to arrive in mid-May after crossing the Swiss Alps and Italy, Vella maintains an average of over 50km daily to complete the six-week journey.
Malta's Wealth Paradox: Why Per-Capita Gains Aren't Reaching Kitchen Tables
Malta's per-capita wealth may match Sweden on paper, but household purchasing power is stagnating as shipping costs squeeze prices and food bank demand surges. We investigated why prosperity metrics don't match lived experience.
British Runner Kerr Eyes Historic Mile Record
British Olympic medallist Josh Kerr will attempt to break Hicham El Guerrouj's 27-year-old world record for the mile at the London Diamond League on July 18. The 28-year-old, fresh off winning his third world title in indoor 3,000m, says targeting the historic mark is something he feels confident about pursuing.
Elio Lombardi, Malta's Prolific Filmmaker and Author, Dies at 92
Elio Lombardi, the prolific Maltese filmmaker and author who shaped the island's cultural landscape for decades, has died at age 92. His career included notable achievements such as meetings with internationally renowned directors and contributions that spanned both cinema and literature.
Alex Borg Accuses Government of Dividing Business Community as Developers Escalate EU Housing Complaint
Business leader Alex Borg has accused the government of deliberately splitting the business community, as property developers file a complaint with EU authorities over housing policies. The escalation signals growing tensions between the private sector and government over development and planning regulations.
PN to Unveil Mass Transport Plans 'In Coming Days', Says Alex Borg
Opposition leader Alex Borg has pledged that the Nationalist Party will unveil comprehensive mass transport plans in the coming days, with a commitment to launch the first main transit route within five years of taking office [1][2]. Borg positioned the PN as a prepared alternative to the current government, highlighting additional proposals including a €5,000 Child Trust Fund for newborns and VAT reductions for catering establishments [1].
PN Plans Mass Transport Overhaul – Details Coming 'in Days', Borg Says
Opposition leader Bernard Borg has promised the Nationalist Party will release plans for a new mass transport system 'in the coming days'. The announcement comes alongside the party's pledge to establish a €5,000 trust fund for every newborn.
The Digital Divide: Why Malta's €25m Cable Boom Isn't Reaching Beyond Valletta
While GO's €25 million PEACE cable investment genuinely positions Malta as a digital hub, the infrastructure boom masks a structural failure: ordinary workers outside Valletta lack clear pathways into the high-value digital jobs supposedly transforming the economy. Without parallel investment in apprenticeships, training pipelines, and geographic opportunity distribution, Malta's claimed wealth-parity with Sweden remains concentrated among those already positioned to benefit.
Historic Ban: Israeli Police Block Latin Patriarch from Palm Sunday Mass at Holy Sepulchre
Israeli police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday, marking the first such incident in centuries. The church leaders called the ban a severe violation of religious freedom and the centuries-old Status Quo arrangement. The incident reflects broader concerns about restrictions on Christian worship in Jerusalem.
Hospital Emergency Expansion Works to Begin 'in Coming Weeks', PM Abela Pledges
PM Abela has promised emergency department expansion works at the National Hospital will begin in the coming weeks. The announcement, while concrete in timeline, has sidestepped wider healthcare infrastructure concerns facing the island.
Seven Injured After Car Ploughs Into People in UK Incident
Seven people were injured after a man drove a car into them in a UK incident. A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Martin Takes MotoGP Lead After Thrilling US Sprint Victory
Jorge Martin claimed the MotoGP championship lead with a dramatic sprint victory at the US Grand Prix, overtaking Francesco Bagnaia on the final lap. The Aprilia rider's comeback from seventh on the grid was marked by multiple crashes, including pole-sitter Fabio Di Giannantonio and Marco Bezzecchi, securing Martin's record-extending 17th sprint win.