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Maltese football: A blend of tradition and digital excitement
Malta Today
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Maltese football is a vibrant mix of historical passion and modern digital engagement, captivating fans and players alike. The local leagues are thriving, fueled by community support and technological advancements. The enthusiasm for football in...
Michael Briguglio appointed lead author for key Mediterranean Climate Report
Gozo News
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July 9, 2025
Prof Michael Briguglio has been officially appointed as Lead Author of Chapter 2 – Drivers of Change: Climate, Environment, and Socio-Economics – for the upcoming Second Mediterranean Assessment Report (MAR2) by the Mediterranean Experts on...
MEP Peter Agius urges EU to enforce environmental standards in Malta
Malta Today
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MEP Peter Agius has urged the European Commission to take firmer action to ensure that Malta meets EU environmental standards, highlighting ongoing issues such as sewage spills, air pollution, and controversial waste management projects. Agius...
Malta as a financial bridge connecting European capital to Africa’s growth in 2025
CNBC Africa
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July 8, 2025
In 2025, as global economic landscapes evolve, Malta is carving out a significant role as a bridge between Europe and Africa—a burgeoning market primed for investment. The convergence of private equity and venture capital flows signals a growing...
APS Talk sheds light on bird conservation in Malta
The Malta Independent
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APS Bank recently held the 36th session in its APS Talks series, titled 'Protecting Nature: Birds, Habitats and Beyond'. The talk featured Nicholas Galea, Head of the BirdLife Malta Ringing Scheme, who shared insights into his lifelong commitment...
Malta leads discussion on digital transformation and emerging risks in insurance
The Malta Independent
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Malta is positioning itself at the forefront of innovation in the insurance industry, taking a leading role in shaping how the sector responds to digital transformation and emerging global risks such as cyber threats and climate change. These...
Concept Stadium marks seven years of continued support for Hospice Malta
The Malta Independent
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As Hospice Malta concluded its 12-hour fundraising telethon on Sunday, 6 July, Concept Stadium marked seven years of continued support to the NGO. Over the years, Concept Stadium, as a leading creative agency and marketing advisory hub, has...
Over 40% of Irish people feel at risk of dangers posed by climate change
Breaking News from Ireland
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More than 4 in 10 Irish people feel they are directly at risk of dangers posed by climate change while 2 in 3 believe the Irish government is not doing enough to tackle the issue, according to research published by the European Commission. A new...
Children put forward proposals on Malta Vision 2050 to the Prime Minister
The Malta Independent
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Eleven children were welcomed at Castille by Prime Minister Robert Abela to put forward proposals towards the Malta Vision 2050, the Department of Information said Tuesday. Abela, who was accompanied by Minister for Education, Sport, Youth,...
Sustainable Tourism in the Mediterranean | International Conference "Paths that Last" in Split
Tornos News
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July 7, 2025
The International Conference entitled "Paths that Last" was held with great success on 25 and 26 June 2025 in Split, Croatia, focusing on strengthening cooperation between cross-border and transnational Interreg Programmes with the aim of...
BOV and University of Malta seal five-year strategic collaboration
Times of Malta
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July 8, 2025
Bank of Valletta (BOV) and the University of Malta (UM) have entered into a strategic five-year agreement aimed at strengthening collaboration on joint research initiatives and providing new career opportunities for students. This partnership...
Malta needs urgent reforms in waste management, European Commission says
The Malta Independent
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Urgent reforms and investment are needed in waste management to move away from Malta's reliance on waste disposal in landfills, the European Commission said Monday. In particular, the country relies greatly on landfill of municipal waste and...
Malta strengthens its role as global capital for women’s empowerment
Times of Malta
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July 7, 2025
Malta took centre stage on June 17 as a global force for gender equality during the SIGEF Women Summit 2025, hosted at the historic Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta. Organised by the Horyou Foundation and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable...
EU invests €2.8bn in sustainable transportation projects
Industrial News
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July 7, 2025
The European Commission has selected 94 transportation projects to receive nearly €2.8bn (US$3.3bn) in EU grants under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF). By modernizing railways, inland waterways and maritime routes across the trans-European...
The Mediterranean Magic of Malta
Country Life
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July 7, 2025
Almost every time the tectonic plates of human history have shifted between east and west Malta has had a part to play, making it one of Europe’s most strategically important places. From the days of its sophisticated prehistoric civilisations —...
What’s on in Malta and Gozo this week: July 7 to 13, 2025
Times of Malta
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July 7, 2025
Malta Jazz Festival This year’s edition of the annual jazz extravaganza is taking place between July 7 and 12, with the main action happening at Ta’ Liesse (Quarry Wharf), Valletta. Programme highlights include Cuban artist Lukmil Pérez and his...
€480,867 raised by Hospice Malta in support of palliative care services
Gozo News
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July 7, 2025
€480,867 has been raised by Hospice Malta in support of palliative care services during the 2025 fundraising telethon, Hajja sal-Ahhar – celebrating an overwhelming wave of community support by the families of Malta and Gozo, together with...
Hyatt Regency Malta hosts exclusive media dinner
Times of Malta
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July 7, 2025
Hyatt Regency Malta welcomed members of the media to an exclusive dinner held at Seed, the hotel’s signature restaurant, celebrating its innovative culinary direction centred on seasonality and the finest local ingredients. The evening served as...
Sustainable, but stil challenging
The Malta Independent
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"Malta moves closer to achieving UN sustainability goals," screamed some newspaper headlines last week, when the United Nations released its annual report on its Sustainable Development Goals around the world. The important qualification was that...
Malta’s ELT sector has stagnated despite rise in tourist arrivals – NSTS director
The Malta Independent
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For more than a decade, Malta's English Language Teaching (ELT) sector has seen little progress. Despite the number of schools growing to around 34, the flow of international students coming to the islands to learn English has stalled, remaining...