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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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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 secures €12.35 million in EU funding for onshore power at Freeport
Malta Today
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Malta has secured €12.35 million in EU funding for the second phase of its onshore power supply project at the Malta Freeport, following a competitive selection process under the European Commission’s Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Transport...
Malta secures EU funding for second phase of onshore power supply project at Malta Freeport
The Malta Independent
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The Ministry for Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects, together with the Malta Freeport Corporation, said Saturday it has secured EU funding for the second phase of the provision of onshore power supply within the Malta Freeport. A project...
€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...
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...
Malta Ship Registry launches new Commercial Yacht Code 2025
Gozo News
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July 4, 2025
The Malta Ship Registry has announced the launch of the new Commercial Yacht Code (CYC) 2025, following an in-depth internal review and extensive consultation with industry stakeholders. Transport Malta explained that the revised Code reflects...
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 —...
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 role of the Malta Public Service in advancing sustainable development
Times of Malta
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July 7, 2025
Malta ranks 24th out of 167 countries, with a score of 79.3% in the recently published Sustainable Development Report 2025, a notable improvement from its 36th place and 77% score in 2024. This 12-place leap highlights Malta’s growing...
Malta launches first fixed ocean observatory off Grand Harbour
Times of Malta
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July 4, 2025
Malta’s first fixed ocean observatory has been officially launched 3.7km off the coast of the Grand Harbour, providing researchers and authorities with a powerful new tool to monitor marine and weather conditions in real time. The observatory,...