Malta’s green reckoning renewed: Civil society brings environment back to top of agenda

In the face of renewed legislative controversy that risks having a disastrous, and even permanent, impact on the environment, civil society has brought Malta's green reckoning back to the top of the agenda - whether the country's political forces...

TMIS Editorial - From fireworks to fairy-tales: How Labour spun away environmental rights

When the Opposition recently proposed entrenching the right to a healthy environment in Malta's Constitution, Labour's reaction was wrapped in spin so absurd that it is insulting to the intelligence of the public. Rather than debating the proposal...

The high cost of climate change

As global temperatures climb, weather systems are changing swiftly and extensively, making events such as droughts, hurricanes, floods, and heat waves more intense and unpredictable. Extreme weather events that may have hit just once in our...

We offered a hand of friendship, but government turned its back on the environment

The scene has been set. While we are seeing a united, energised Opposition bench which is setting the national agenda, sadly, the government is retrenching to its comforts of old, adopting a fierce siege mentality we haven't seen in a long while....

The case for a three-year re-enrolment cycle for Malta’s automatic enrolment pension plan

David Spiteri Gingell Sunday, 12 October 2025, 07:35 Last update: about 2 days ago Malta is, finally, planning to roll-out an auto-enrolment (AE) pension system. As stated in previous articles, this is a positive development set to secure better...

Sea slime article earns Times of Malta journalist top sustainability prize

Times of Malta journalist Marc Galdes won the sustainability in journalism award as part of the first Sustainable Development Action Awards. Galdes was recognised for his article highlighting the issue of slime emanating from an offshore fish...

The right to a healthy environment | Mark M. Scerri

Mark M. Scerri is a lecturer in environmental sciences I don’t hold a high opinion of the environmental credentials of either major political party, and in my view they are both jointly responsible for the current mess we are in. The mess is a...

Malta’s sun without power

Emmanuel J. Galea Saturday, 11 October 2025, 05:55 Last update: about 41 minutes ago Malta enjoys almost three hundred days of sunshine each year, yet it lingers at the bottom of the European Union's renewable energy table. This paradox shocks...

Winners of the first Sustainable Development Action Awards announced

The Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness on Friday presented the first Sustainable Development Action Awards, recognising outstanding contributions to sustainability across Malta. Organised by the Sustainable Development...

Morningstar DBRS confirms Malta ranking at A, but highlights deterioration of rule of law

DBRS Ratings GmbH (Morningstar DBRS) on Friday confirmed Malta's Long-Term Foreign and Local Currency - Issuer Ratings at A (high). At the same time, Morningstar DBRS confirmed Malta's Short-Term Foreign and Local Currency - Issuer Ratings at R-1...

Populist work promises may destabilise the labour market – Malta Employers

As the Islands approach a general election, in the scenario of an acute shortage of workers, the Malta Employers' Association called on political parties to remain vigilant against unsustainable populist promises. The association said it is...

Environmental police patrols starting after hunting hours, BirdLife claims

BirdLife Malta’s 2025 Raptor Camp has once again highlighted the scale of illegal hunting in Malta, with 242 incidents recorded in less than a month, between 12 September and 5 October. Despite operating with an average of just three teams per...

Abela and Borg agree Malta needs new mass transport system

Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition leader Alex Borg agreed that both sides of the House must work together to address Malta’s traffic problem through the implementation of a new mass transport system. This was agreed upon on Friday during...

Experience a five-night all-inclusive island escape in Malta with flights included

Orbis Travels is offering an exceptional five-night all-inclusive escape to Malta from just £179 per person, making this the perfect opportunity to trade dreary skies for endless sunshine without breaking the bank. Available from October 2025...

Valletta Convention marks 30 years as Malta hosts European Heritage Heads Forum

Malta this week hosted the 19th meeting of the European Heritage Heads Forum (EHHF), marking the 30th anniversary of the Valletta Convention - the European Convention for the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage. The event, organised by the...

Valletta Resounds: The Caravaggio Experience marks 100th performance at St John’s Co-Cathedral

Valletta Resounds: The Caravaggio Experience celebrated its 100th performance on Friday, 3 October 2025, at the Oratory of St John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta. Produced by Udjenza under the artistic direction of Toni Attard, the production first...

A European country with a 'sunny climate and stunning beaches' named one of the best places for expats

Greece may not be the first place that comes to mind for those looking to start a new life abroad, but a travel expert has shared why it is worth considering. Not only does it boast beautiful coasts and pleasant temperatures, but it also has great...

Over €33 million spent to strengthen Malta’s sports scene in 7 years, Education Minister says

Minister for Education and Sport Clifton Grima said that the government has channelled over €33 million in direct funding to local sports associations in seven years, a milestone marked by the launch of SportMalta's new 'Let's Move Malta'...

Only Labour can guarantee Maltese pastimes and traditions

The resistance to the Nationalist Party's constitutional bill by various stakeholders was fierce and understandable. Had it gone through, it would have created an unprecedented threat to numerous pastimes and Maltese traditions. We stopped it...

Climate disasters have "eaten up" 1% of the Bulgarian economy in 2025

Since the beginning of the current year, Bulgaria has experienced record heat waves, a series of devastating fires, and a new disaster just days ago – catastrophic floods that claimed human lives. Climate change already has its price – and it is...