SportMalta’s Let’s Move Malta Winter Programme 2026/27 is officially open for bookings, offering a wide range of sporting and physical activity opportunities for children, teenagers and adults across Malta and Gozo. The Winter Programme will run from 12 October 2026 until 30 April 2027. This year’s programme continues to build on SportMalta’s commitment to making […] SportMalta’s Let’s Move Malta Winter Programme 2026/27 is officially open for bookings, offering a wide range of sporting and physical activity opportunities for children, teenagers and adults across Malta and Gozo. The Winter Programme will run from 12 October 2026...

Technology has transformed our lives in ways that few of us could have imagined ten or twenty years ago. Today, we communicate, work, learn and access news through digital channels. Social media is no longer simply a space where we share photographs or communicate with friends; it has become an integral part of how our […] Technology has transformed our lives in ways that few of us could have imagined ten or twenty years ago. Today, we communicate, work, learn and access news through digital channels. Social media is no longer simply a space where we share photographs or communicate...

It’s been a very hot summer indeed, and at the Journal we’re doing our very best to give you a well deserved break from the intense political content of the electoral campaign. Today we’re making a small exception because we smell a ‘rat’… Veteran and prominent journalist Noel Grima is claiming to have been kicked […] It’s been a very hot summer indeed, and at the Journal we’re doing our very best to give you a well deserved break from the intense political content of the electoral campaign. Today we’re making a small exception because we smell a...

Malta’s public finances have taken a major step forward. In 2025, the general government deficit fell to 2.2% of GDP, down from 3.4% in 2024 and comfortably below the European Union’s 3% reference value. At the same time, government revenue increased by more than €736 million, while the deficit narrowed by almost €249 million. For […] Malta’s public finances have taken a major step forward. In 2025, the general government deficit fell to 2.2% of GDP, down from 3.4% in 2024 and comfortably below the European Union’s 3% reference value. At the same time, government revenue increased by more than €736...

Science in the City 2026 will once again bring science and research closer to the public through a programme combining research, art, education and creativity. Held under the theme “Research, Resist, Reimagine”, this year’s festival will explore how research can help people better understand the world around them, challenge existing ideas and systems, and imagine […] Science in the City 2026 will once again bring science and research closer to the public through a programme combining research, art, education and creativity. Held under the theme “Research, Resist, Reimagine”, this year’s festival will explore how research can help...

… inside the Neurodivergent Home Behind the closed doors of thousands of homes lies a profound, often unheard but harsh reality: the overwhelming emotional, physical, and financial toll of caring for a loved one with a neurodevelopmental or neurodegenerative condition like autism or dementia. While these caregiving journeys are often fuelled by deep, unconditional love, they are also scarred by chronic sleep […] … inside the Neurodivergent Home Behind the closed doors of thousands of homes lies a profound, often unheard but harsh reality: the overwhelming emotional, physical, and financial toll of caring for a loved one with a neurodevelopmental or neurodegenerative...

With Parliament’s approval of the constitutional amendment recognising disability as a protected characteristic, Malta has taken one of the most significant steps forward for disability rights in its modern history. More than simply a historic legal reform, the amendment represents the latest milestone in six years of sustained progress in strengthening the rights, opportunities and […] With Parliament’s approval of the constitutional amendment recognising disability as a protected characteristic, Malta has taken one of the most significant steps forward for disability rights in its modern history. More than simply a historic legal reform, the...

On 27 July 2026, the European Union officially brought the AI Omnibus Package into force across all Member States, including Malta. While this marks an important milestone in Europe’s approach to Artificial Intelligence, it is equally important to understand what it is—and what it is not. The AI Omnibus is not a new Artificial Intelligence […] On 27 July 2026, the European Union officially brought the AI Omnibus Package into force across all Member States, including Malta. While this marks an important milestone in Europe’s approach to Artificial Intelligence, it is equally important to understand...

It would be so easy to attribute it, in true ageist fashion, to me getting older.  “It’s natural, you start to forget things.” Meaning: “It is your fault but we understand” … And yet life today is an endlessly swelling stream of things to forget, things you are expected to do quickly and in line with other people’s perceptions of efficacy and timeliness. I cannot but […] It would be so easy to attribute it, in true ageist fashion, to me getting older.  “It’s natural, you start to forget things.” Meaning: “It is your fault but we understand” … And yet life today is an endlessly swelling stream of things to forget, things you are...

What happens when a planning permit is issued, construction starts immediately, and an appeal is only decided months later? Under Malta’s current planning system, that question has often left appellants with little more than a moral victory. By the time a decision is handed down, the development may already be complete. As pledged in Labour’s […] What happens when a planning permit is issued, construction starts immediately, and an appeal is only decided months later? Under Malta’s current planning system, that question has often left appellants with little more than a moral victory. By the time a...

First reading of Bill to be presented in parliament During a news conference on the reform of planning appeals, Prime Minister Robert Abela said that the first reading of the reform would be presented in Parliament, while the public consultation process will remain open until August 18. Abela has launched a one-month public consultation on […] First reading of Bill to be presented in parliament During a news conference on the reform of planning appeals, Prime Minister Robert Abela said that the first reading of the reform would be presented in Parliament, while the public consultation process will remain...

Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the 2026 final, thanks to Ferran Torres’ goal in the 106th minute. After a goalless 90 minutes, Spain maintained control for much of the match and eventually found the breakthrough during extra time. Torres converted from close range after […] Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the 2026 final, thanks to Ferran Torres’ goal in the 106th minute. After a goalless 90 minutes, Spain maintained control for much of the match and eventually found...